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Have you thought about M2/M3, C6 Z06 (650HP), or a C63 S AMG?
I am capping it at 65k. Could I do more ya but do more ya but depending perspective I’m either cheap of fiscally responsible.

Also I’m mainly interested in driving enjoyment, unfortunately going from Type R to M3 will also (from a lot of others even though I have not driven the new M3 for example) So then what are we really getting? A higher end badge and more horsepower? On top of that you can’t use it on the street without going in the clink? After being in a 70k amg the build quality didn’t look even marginally better than my STI.



The car is gonna have to be super fun I believe to give up the manually. The only one I’ve heard from my brother in law who’s driven one would be the Guilia QV used at a price I want to be at, but I’m too afraid of all the reliability issues, and found out Alpha doesn’t do any certified pre owned with QVs.

Gonna drive RS3, CLA 45, IS 500, and CtV4 Blackwing. The CTV 4 sound s like the only one that would make me switch but we’ll see.
 

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I am capping it at 65k. Could I do more ya but do more ya but depending perspective I’m either cheap of fiscally responsible.

Also I’m mainly interested in driving enjoyment, unfortunately going from Type R to M3 will also (from a lot of others even though I have not driven the new M3 for example) So then what are we really getting? A higher end badge and more horsepower? On top of that you can’t use it on the street without going in the clink? After being in a 70k amg the build quality didn’t look even marginally better than my STI.



The car is gonna have to be super fun I believe to give up the manually. The only one I’ve heard from my brother in law who’s driven one would be the Guilia QV used at a price I want to be at, but I’m too afraid of all the reliability issues, and found out Alpha doesn’t do any certified pre owned with QVs.

Gonna drive RS3, CLA 45, IS 500, and CtV4 Blackwing. The CTV 4 sound s like the only one that would make me switch but we’ll see.

Also look at the new Z.
 

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I am capping it at 65k. Could I do more ya but do more ya but depending perspective I’m either cheap of fiscally responsible.

Also I’m mainly interested in driving enjoyment, unfortunately going from Type R to M3 will also (from a lot of others even though I have not driven the new M3 for example) So then what are we really getting? A higher end badge and more horsepower? On top of that you can’t use it on the street without going in the clink? After being in a 70k amg the build quality didn’t look even marginally better than my STI.



The car is gonna have to be super fun I believe to give up the manually. The only one I’ve heard from my brother in law who’s driven one would be the Guilia QV used at a price I want to be at, but I’m too afraid of all the reliability issues, and found out Alpha doesn’t do any certified pre owned with QVs.

Gonna drive RS3, CLA 45, IS 500, and CtV4 Blackwing. The CTV 4 sound s like the only one that would make me switch but we’ll see.
Share your test drive impressions with us!
 


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I am capping it at 65k. Could I do more ya but do more ya but depending perspective I’m either cheap of fiscally responsible.

Also I’m mainly interested in driving enjoyment, unfortunately going from Type R to M3 will also (from a lot of others even though I have not driven the new M3 for example) So then what are we really getting? A higher end badge and more horsepower? On top of that you can’t use it on the street without going in the clink? After being in a 70k amg the build quality didn’t look even marginally better than my STI.



The car is gonna have to be super fun I believe to give up the manually. The only one I’ve heard from my brother in law who’s driven one would be the Guilia QV used at a price I want to be at, but I’m too afraid of all the reliability issues, and found out Alpha doesn’t do any certified pre owned with QVs.

Gonna drive RS3, CLA 45, IS 500, and CtV4 Blackwing. The CTV 4 sound s like the only one that would make me switch but we’ll see.
while I haven’t driven the new type R I have driventhe last gen and both comp and non comp of the G80. The G80 has made a significant improvement in steering feel and enjoyment from the prior F80. Its more closer to Porsche then it has been in the past. While it has improved I still believe the Type R was a more fun vehicle on the road. Way quicker rack, more direct, playful, and useful power. Let alone when it’s half the price it’s a no brained.

The G80 is more of a highway cruiser think of it as the new M5. The interior is a lot nicer though, so you do get that increased luxury.

For me with these mark ups with the type R being over 55k without tax. I would rather just pay more to get an M3. Yes it’s 20-25k more but I would rather do that then pay a mark up. Yes you can get G80’s without a mark up if you order. You will wait awhile to get one but they can be had. Msrp for msrp type R all day long.
 

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Might be getting a Golf R for MSRP. Local dealer is doing a raffle. If my local dealer doesn't budge with the 14k markup I will be either getting a Golf R for MSRP or playing the waiting game.
 

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Might be getting a Golf R for MSRP. Local dealer is doing a raffle. If my local dealer doesn't budge with the 14k markup I will be either getting a Golf R for MSRP or playing the waiting game.

Smart move.
 


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Anyone looking at the V6 G70? I'd be into it except for the fact that Genesis promised 100% electric by 2025. My thinking is, why would I buy a car with an engine that won't be actively produced 3 years from now?
 

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So looks like 2023 challenger coming to Canada after all. What are peoples thoughts on this. Wait for 2024 CTR or get a 2023 challenger R/T manual? 2024 CTR is promised to me, but who knows it might fall through.

My biggest worry with Dodge is poor reliability and well smaller interior, trunk, and I'd say CTR interior is much nicer. Especially those seats.
 

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So looks like 2023 challenger coming to Canada after all. What are peoples thoughts on this. Wait for 2024 CTR or get a 2023 challenger R/T manual? 2024 CTR is promised to me, but who knows it might fall through.

My biggest worry with Dodge is poor reliability and well smaller interior, trunk, and I'd say CTR interior is much nicer. Especially those seats.

When cross shopping that's a car is never consider no matter the price.
 

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So looks like 2023 challenger coming to Canada after all. What are peoples thoughts on this. Wait for 2024 CTR or get a 2023 challenger R/T manual? 2024 CTR is promised to me, but who knows it might fall through.

My biggest worry with Dodge is poor reliability and well smaller interior, trunk, and I'd say CTR interior is much nicer. Especially those seats.
2 different class of cars. Imo no 2nd fun/weekend car should be 2 doors. If you want a cool car thats 4 doors just make it your DD.

Im obviously heavily biased because I love muscle cars but if I had to choose one it would be the Challenger. I didn't even consider getting a CTR till after I got my Mustang and saw the appeal of it. Interior definitely favors the CTR, but the R/T is an American classic. CTR is definitely more unique and special though.
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