Old Cars Out, New Cars In: Bye-bye R8, C300, X5 and Grand Caravan

When I look through the list of cars you have, I see you don't have a single pickup. Now, I'm not in love with pickups and I know their sales numbers are down, but they're still a big chunk of the market. Dodge and Ford both have new full-sizers worth evaluating, for instance.

There was some discussion of picking up an older Porsche, like a 996. I think that would be fascinating...much like the M3, it would be a great performance car for the initial purchase price of $25-$30k, but how would it stand up to the test of time? What would its maintenance costs look like? Enthusiasts want to know just how much damage a 5 to 10 year old 911 could do on their wallet in the long run, and just how worth it it would be, because I think there are several of us out there who would be interested in owning one.

ZR1 (to compare to the GTR)
Insight
Fusion Hybrid (or the Mercury version)
Taurus (SHO?)
GLK350

And I know trucks are out of vogue, but you've done Silverado and Tundra and seem to enjoy having a pickup handy, so you might as well do the others - F150 and/or Ram. Maybe wait for the new V8 on the F150 though.

Oh, and sorry to double post, but a ZR1 would be an awesome long-term replacement for the R8. Similar priced car and people are dying to hear about it.

Since you'll be BMW free (and that is no way to live!), how about adding a 335d? This would also fill the hole left by the CTS. Plus, it's just an awesome car.

On a more realistic and affordable note, I would also love to see a Subaru Forester 2.5X, non-turbo. I own one and would love to read about your opinions and compare them to my own.

A Ford Fusion Hybrid is also a good option. Or a Honda Insight. Or the restyled, goofy looking but still top of the class Mazda3. I'd love to hear how that little nav works out.

Or, how about something old school (along the lines of the Ferrari 308)? Maybe a 911?

Come to think of it, why not just add all four?

You had a Mitsubishi Lancer GTS, right? How about a base model Lancer? And a Ralliart? The latter could be a sportback.

hehe

What happened to the Edge?

I second the 911 but I'd say 993 or 964. If it's watercooled, I'd say go Boxster. Shoot for a 20K Porsche...

New MazdaSpeed3, whenever it comes out

all six. whoops.

Yeah. Boxster, not 911. Cheaper is mo' better.

Or how about the $5K used sports car? Get an old Miata and tune it and beat it up on a race track now and then. The Edmunds Miata Cup team. Could be fun to watch.

I'd love to see the WRX. I know Inside Line already did a review of the car, but seeing as it is a more affordable version of the STi I'd want to know what it is like to live with. Also good would be a Lotus Elise and I'd second the idea of the new MazdaSpeed 3. The Ford Fusion and/or F-150 would be a good add. Also, I like the idea of the ZR1, you guys can see if you like it as much as Jeremy Clarkson.

In case you missed my e-mail, Chief, I'd like to see a Hyundai Genesis Coupe 2.0T plus mods. :o)

A new Mazda MAZDA3 (that's for you, Mechanic) would be cool, but I'm guessing Mazda wouldn't wanna hook ya'll up with that since the MAZDA6 is already in the fleet.

A ZR1 would be sweet, but my bowtie of choice is the Camaro SS. :o)

New Acura TL,
Jaguar XF,
New Mazda 3,
Nissan Cube (not sure if it's out yet),
New Toyota Matrix,
New Saab 9-3 XWD,
Volkswagen CC or Routan

Obviously not all of these at once, but these would all be good ones in my opinion.

Jaguar XF
Kia Soul
Used Miata or Boxster
Dodge Ram
Tesla
Camaro

A Jaguar XF would be a nice addition...

I second the Genesis Coupe 2.0T...yeah I know they already have a Genesis sedan, but they are similar in name only.

Other ideas (or seconding other ideas)...

Camaro V6 (Duh)
MazdaSpeed 3
Jaguar XF
Fusion Hybrid
< $30k 911
Honda Insight
ZR1 would be nice, but the deal with the R8 was that Audi lent it to them. Not sure they'd get the same thing from GM

-new Mazda3 and/or new Mazdaspeed3
-BMW 335d
-Volkswagen CC
-Acura TL/TSX
-I second the idea of an older 911
-Hyundai Genesis Coupe V6 Track
-Ford Fusion Hybrid
-new Ford Taurus SHO
-I know it's similar to what is leaving, but the Pontiac G8 GXP with a manual
-2010 Mustang GT

A Challanger... seems like a car with a very limited market. Unlike the GT-R and R8, the Challanger is within the reach of most people, but they don't sell many. I hope you at least get a 2010 Mustang to compare it with, and when the Camaro comes out all three at once would be awesome.

Also, a Toyota Venza with the new 2.7 liter 4 would be a good addition.

BMW 335d
Mazda 5 (that minivan thing). Just wonder if the smaller size makes it viable as a van. Looks sporty too and is available with a manual transmission.

Mazda Mazda3
Ford Fusion Hybrid
Nissan Cube
Kia Soul
Kia Koup
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Jaguar XF
Chevy Camaro

Mazda3
Jag XF
Toyota Venza
Camaro
Used 911
Ram or F-150

Acura TL or TSX
Dodge Ram
Ford Fusion Hybrid
Honda Insight
Hyundai Genesis coupe
Jaguar XF
Subaru Forester
Volvo XC60

Mazda3 (2.5L)
Jag XF
Toyota Venza
Corolla XRS
Camaro
Used 911
Ram or F-150

Ford Taurus
Kia Soul
Chevy Camaro
Fusion Hybrid
Lincoln MKS
Mazda 3
Toyota Venza
Ford F-150
Volvo XC-60
Wait for 2011 to get a Mustang.

What about...

BMW 335d- What is it REALLY like to drive around in a diesel 3-Series?

Ford Fusion Hybrid- has Detroit gotten better at this hybrid thing?

Honda Insight- The hybrid that finally makes financial sense- or does it?

2010 Toyota Prius- it's a new Prius. 'nuff said.

2010 Cadillac SRX: They've done well with the new CTS, can they extend their mojo to SUVs?

I'd also give these a try:
Lexus RX350
Jaguar XF
Volkswagen CC
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Mercedes-Benz GLK
Volvo XC60
Saab 9-3 XWD

the Edge exploded

Audi A5/S5
Audi Q5
BMW 750 Li
BMW X6 (what the heck? may as well)
BMW Z4
Chevrolet Malibu
Chevrolet Travers OR GMC Acadia
Ford Fusion/Fusion Hybrid
Ford Mustang
2010 Ford Taurus
Honda Pilot
HUMMER H3 (hey, you could get a great deal on one now...)
Hyundai Elantra
Jaguar XF Supercharged
Jeep Liberty
Kia Borrego
Kia Soul
Land Rover LR2
Lexus LX570
2010 Lexus RX350
2010 Lincoln MKZ
Mazda Tribute V6
2010 Mazda3
Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec
Mercedes-Benz GLK350
Nissan Murano
Nissan Rogue
Nissan Sentra/Sentra SE-R/Spec V
Pontiac Vibe
Saab 9-3 2.0T
Saturn Astra
Scion xD
Subaru Forester 2.5X/XT
Toyota Highlander/Highlander Hybrid
Toyota Sequoia
Toyota Venza
Volkswagen CC, 2.0T AND V6 4Motion, since you guys are fond of having multiples of the same vehicle with slightly different engines
Volkswagen Tiguan

A Forester and used 911 (no 996s please) would be cool, too. The former is keeping Subaru of America afloat. The latter is just plain cool.

Wow that's a long list.

And in alphabetical order too!

Genesis coupe
I loved someone's beater Miata (cup) idea
Jag XF for sure
$20k used Porsche
Toyota Venza as a minivan replacement

There really aren't that many interesting cars you haven't covered.

Benz GLK is a good one, there's something about it I really like.

I think you need to replace the R8 with something exotic :P

Maybe an Aston Martin Vantage or a Maserati GT!

I'll co-sign on these:
Genesis coupe
VW CC
Toyota Venza
Miata project car
New Camaro

Other than that, I'll suggest a PRHT Miata, new. Everything else that I'm interested in has either recently been in the fleet or still is.

When it's (eventually) released stateside, consider the Ford Fiesta.

Honda Insight

BMW 335d

Audi Q5
Audi A6 3.0 TFSI
BMW 335d
BMW M3 Coupe w/ auto manual
Pontiac G8 GXP 6 spd manual
Vette ZR-1
Ford F-150
Dodge Ram 1500
Porsche Cayman S with PDK PLEASE!!!
VW GTI or R32 to do some modding

Ford Taurus 3.5-liter AWD
Lexus RX350 AWD
Chevrolet Camaro V8 manual
Aston Martin DBS. Thanks.

Acura TL (NOT SH-AWD)
Ford Taurus (NOT a SHO)
Honda Insight
Jaguar XF
Kia Soul
Lexus RX350 (NO 450h...)
Mercedes-Benz GLK350
Toyota Venza (4-banger so as to provide a comparison with RX350 above)
Volkswagen Tiguan (NOT loaded so as to provide a comparison to the kinda loaded A4 wagon)
Volkswagen CC (NOT loaded...)
2010 Toyota Prius
Volvo XC60

+1: Used Porsche 911 or Boxster or Miata or MR2 Spyder

*original comment lost thanks to wonderful new comment system*

-Mustang GT Track Pack (unless there is a new engine coming for 2011 like fordracefan suggested)
-Camaro with a similar engine/price point to said Mustang and coming Challenger
-Genesis Coupe with track package
-I'll second the GTI. Edmunds seems to have largely ignored it. VW forum members claim that the reliability issues are of '90s era VWs and especially Mk4. They say Mk5 VWs are as good as anything else. Here's a chance for VW and their dealer network to break perception with reality.

Nissan Cube
Kia Soul
Taurus SHO
Fusion Hybrid
4-door GTI twin clutch
Volvo C30

Try a variation on the $25,000 Ferrari and go for a $6,000 Porsche (think 80's 944 plentiful with 60-70k miles) or $15,000 Porsche (think 928S4)

C5 Corvette
Toyota Venza I4 (Good test for the new 2.7L engine)
BMW 335d

Bugatti Veyron
BMW 335d
Saturn Astra
Volkswagen CC

I second the motion for a DSG unit. I think we can assume VW knows how to make a manual 6-speed?

Audi Q5
Subaru Forester

2010 Mustang GT Convertible
(there's no droptop in the lineup!)
Volvo XC60
Ford Fusion Hybrid
Mazda5
Porsche Panamera
Maserati Gran Turismo

Finally, how 'bout a 2005 Lotus Elise, maybe in starlight black? I'm sure you can find one close and cheap!

I suggest

Camaro SS
Any car with DSG unit
Porsche Cayman
Honda Insight
Genesis Coupe track
Used Porsche 911
Audi A5
Mustang Shelby GT500
New BMW Z4

Insight
Kia Soul
BMW 7 series

Add Mini Clubman, standard engine, manual if you must, but 6 speed auto if you're willing.

Lots of suggestions, anyone want to do a scorecard and find the top five?

Voting Subaru here (hey, what did you expect from me?).

In this order of preference:

1) All-new, yet-to-be-announced Legacy GT (or Outback)

2) Forester XS Premium

3) WRX Premium 5-door (like mine) I'd be very curious, after having the STI for a year, what you think of the WRX under similar circumstances.

- BMW 335d
- MINI Cooper or Cooper S (needs to be an automatic)
- Toyota Tacoma
- Mazdaspeed3
- VW GTI or GLI
- Lexus IS 350

Modern classic: Acura NSX - how's it holding up after all these years?

-New Dodge Ram: Looks great both inside and out, let's see if Chysler has turned a corner here. It may be too little too late though.

-Mitsu Lancer Ralliart Sportback: a mitsu/suby comparison is always interesting

-Camaro

-VW Tiguan or Audi Q5

-Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Genesis Coupe

Genesis Coupe

Genesis Coupe

Thats really all I'm interested in right now until the Camaro when it comes out.

Firstwagon-- I just did a tally. Not counting different equipment levels and model designations (you guys are so precise!) here is the top 10:

1.) Old Porche 911--13 votes

2.) Ford Fusion Hybrid--12 votes

Mazda MAZDA3/MS3--12 votes

Chevrolet Camaro--12 votes

3.) Jaguar XF--11 votes

4.) Hyundai Genesis Coupe--10 votes

5.) Toyota Venza--9 votes

Honda Insight--9 votes

6.) BMW 335d--8 votes

Dodge Ram--8 votes

7.) Ford F-150--7 votes

Ford Taurus--7 votes

Ford Mustang--7 votes

VW CC--7 votes

Kia Soul--7 votes

8.) Subaru Forester--6 votes

9.) MB GLK--5 votes

Volvo XC60--5 votes

Old Mazda Miata--5 votes

10.) Porche Boxter/Caymen--4 votes

Lexus RX 350--4 votes

VW GTI--4 votes

Acura TL--4 votes

And you accuse the editors for having an import bias!

Shoot lets go all out this time. I'd like to see a Veyron, Reventon, SLR, Carrera GT, SL65 Black, etc. J/k If a ZR1 is in the budget that would be sweet since I doubt its in GM's budget!. I think we need some AMG Mercedes in there. S65, C63, CLS63, etc. A new M3 would be nice (2 or 4 door)

altimadude00

Thanks

(oh and I never accused the editors for having an import bias)

Genesis Coupe
Forrester
Camaro
ZR-1
Highlander Hybrid
Convertibles!

2010 Chevy Camaro SS
2010 Audi Q5 w/ Quattro AWD
2009 Ford F-150
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5 XT
2009 Toyota Highlander AWD
2010 Ford Mustang GT
2010 Ford Fusion Hybrid

I didn't mean to single you out, firstwagon. There have been a couple comments about the import bias of IL. Sorry for the confusion.

They've previously posted justifications for the import bias - there's an import bias in the cars that edmunds.com users look up. They post those search stats annually.

I'd like to see an Acura and a Kia. They're brands that have taken new directions - one for the worse, and one for the better. I'd love to see if it's just hype or if it's true. TSX or TL, Soul or Forte (if it's out soon enough). Other "new" departures could include the Fusion hybrid. And how about a Lincoln? They're so off-the-radar, I know nothing about them.

No more Mitsubishi Evos pls! One is more than enough. Enough Subies, too. By the quantity of them on these pages you'd think they'd be selling like hotcakes.

An interesting one would be another Cadillac just like the one you have now. Why you ask. To see if production over the years has helped to improve the "small things". Since it's just such a great cars, except the small things, I'd love to see it get another view. And from GM a Malibu might do.

Yes, I agree w/ all above who said Fusion, Taurus, Fiesta. Get any of them, or all of them. I'd be pleased.

No Hondas, Toyotas but maybe a run of the mill Nissan. Like a Sentra.

And a good old, 10 year old Focus or Escort to see how they're going after all this time. No Civic, Corollas, Camrys or Accord of this vintage need apply pls! We know how they hold up. Would love to see an old Ford though. How about it? Could be fun and fitting for these tough economic times. And even, maybe, crossing-fingers, a little enlighting.

BMW 535

That's Kreuz Market! What are you guys doing in Lockhart, Texas?

"I didn't mean to single you out, firstwagon"

No problem. I just mentioned it because every car is an import to me as there are no Canadian car companys.

I love the best cars of every country. :)

Mazda 3
Older Miata
Older 911
Kia Soul
Toyota Venza
Honda Insight
Ford Taurus
Ford Mustang Convertible

Volvo XC60 - It would be intersting to see how effective all of the safety features actually are

Audi Q5

Mercedes-Benz GLK - The small luxury crossover segment seems to be booming with products now

Ford Fusion/Mercury Milan Hybrid - This car seems to be getting great reviews - I want to see if the quality can continue to be good over time (the Aura wasn't very good at this)

G8 must be replaced by a Camaro, and as an enthusiast I can't believe I'm saying this buy go for a V6 model. It is finally a pony car with a high-performance 6, gets great mileage, its what the non-GT G8 should have had, and the Camaro is built on Zeta II, so it is the perfect replacement for the G8.

Other than that, a Volvo or Saab would be nice. A Boxster or Cayman would be good. I'd like to see the new Mazda3 or Mazdaspeed3. For the R8 replacement, a high-end Jag or an Aston would be nice. That would bring a little bit of Britishness that seems to be missing around here. An Insight or Fusion hybrid would be good to see if hybrids finally make sense. Those are my picks.

Chevrolet Aveo
Chrysler Aspen
Dodge Caliber
Ford Focus Sedan
Honda Odyssey
Jeep Compass(FWD)
Kia Rio
Saturn Relay

Mazda5
mazdaspeed3
bmw x6
honda insight
ford fusion hybrid
2011 Stang

Volvo XC60, have you guys ever had a Volvo as a long term car?

Jaguar XF and Volvo XC60 please!

My $0.02 worth:

New Cars:
Camaro V6 - Because it will be the volume seller
Genesis Coupe 2.0T - same reason
Honda Insight - Besides better MPG's is it realy worth the extra $ over the Fit?
Kia Soul or Nissan Cube - To compare to the now-departed xB
Toyota Venza - People mover replacement for Caravan
Ford F-150 or Dodge Ram - Pickups are still a large part of the market, so there should be one in the LT fleet

Old cars:
Air-cooled 911 - kinda fits with the idea behind having the 308 GTSi QV in the LT fleet
93-98 Toyota Supra Turbo or 89-96 300ZX twin turbo - surely there's at least one unmodded one out there? I'm too young to remember these when they were new, but I'd like to see how they stack up against the 2002 M3 and even the 370Z

old 911
Mazda3
BMW 335d
Hyundai Genesis Coupe

I have a soft spot for the Challenger, so I'm stoked to see that join the fleet. As long as this is a wishlist, I'll throw the Volvo C30 out there as well because I love it for no rational reason.

Scott, Scott!

I'd like to make some suggestions!

BMW X5
Nissan 370Z
Honda Fit
Cadillac CTS

These are great cars and we need to know about them!

BMW 335d definitely!!
A BMW X6 should also be a possibility to show how indifferent and useless it is versus an X5.

VW rabbit (4 door)
BMW 335d
Scion xB
Mazda CX-7 or CX9
Chevy Cobalt or Hyundai Elantra (we need more perspective on cheaper cars in this economy)
Audi TT
A Ford or Chrysler Hybrid of some sort
Honda Insight
Toyota Corolla
VW GLI

Subaru Tribeca (compare with Edge)
Subaru Forester XT (turbocharged fun with versatility)

Audi TT quattro
BMW 335d
Dodge Ram
Ford F-150
Ford Fusion/Mercury Milan (hybrid??)
VW R32 (one of the last ones available)
Chevrolet Malibu
Porsche Boxster PDK
European Focus ST (you can buy it in Mexico)
New Mazda3
Volvo C30
Jaguar XF

I'll throw in my votes for:
BMW 335d
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Camaro
NEW 911

Oh and the ZR1. Duh.

Fusion Hybrid
2010 Mazda3 hatch

When you get a Genesis coupe you have to mod it, otherwise don't bother. 2.0T with mild mods to get the engine competitive: software reflash and maybe intake/exhaust only.

Volvo XC60
Jaguar XF
Toyota Venza
Fusion Hybrid

335d, definitely! And I'd like to see a Genesis Coupe as well. Not sure which engine. Maybe you could get the 2.0 and see if you get it to run with the Evo.

This would be my short list...

ZR1 - "Best Corvette/American Performance Car"

BMW 335d - "Best Diesel Performance"

Porsche Cayman S PDK - "Best New Porsche"

Fusion Hybrid - "Best New Hybrid"

Acura TL SH-AWD - "Best Acura"

Jaguar XF - "Best Jaguar"

Toyota Venza - "Best looking Toyota"

V6 Genesis Coupe - "Best/Most relevant Hyundai"

Dodge Challenger SRT - "Best looking new Dodge"

Cars of old...

200- Audi S4 / RS6

Dodge Viper

1993-1997 Land Rover Defender

Here is my list:
Ford Fusion Hybrid
Vw CC
Toyota Venza
Acura TL or TSX
Audi Q5 or Vw Tiguan
MB GLK
Corolla XRS

Mitsubishi 3000GT Spyder
Vw R32
Porsche Boxter
Vw TDI Beetle

Definitely get a 335d.

An A3 TDI when they come available would be nice.

Taurus SHO

Acura TSX - maybe with the V6 if its available. I have started to hate their styling, but I'm curious if they're worthwhile at all as a driver's car.

used list:
used C6 Corvette with Z51 please! (How does it compare to your similarly priced M3?)
used 996 Porsche
used NSX
used Miata

new list:
new M3 sedan
new Mazda3

Acura TSX V6/TL/RDX
Audi A5/S5/ Q5/A8 (when new model comes out)
BMW 335d
BMW 750Li
Camaro V6
Corevette ZR1
Dodge Ram
Ford F-150
Fusion/Milan Hybrid
Ford Mustang
Honda Insight
Jaguar XF
Lexus RX (RX350= great, RX450h= awesome)
Mazda 3
Mercedes GLK
Nissan Cube/Sentra/Murano
Porsche 911/Cayman with PDK (new)
Saab 9-3 Sportcombi
Taurus
Toyota Venza/ Highlander Hybrid/Prius
Volkswagen CC/Tiguan
Volvo XC60
Some type of convertibe (C70, Eos, Mustang convertible, etc.)

There are more, but other posters covered them. The main things that I want to see are Volvo and/or Saab cars! Please get something interesting! (not another variation of a car you have :P)

"used NSX"

+1

good one, 286.

Since they've all shelved the half ton diesels for now, how about a crew cab, short box 3/4 ton diesel. A lot of 1/2 ton truck owners are tempted to bump up to a 3/4 diesel to see if the fuel economy is better than a 1/2 ton gasser despite the extra weight and larger engine.

It would also be a nice test bed for some of the same mods you're putting on the EVO GSR. The aftermarket is full of intake, exhaust, chips, etc. that claim more power and better fuel economy.

I'd rather see a 1/2 ton diesel and if you could somehow talk GM into giving you (or better yet me) a test mule I'd take that too. But we've all read the words from last week...

I'll just pile on here... I'd love to see the new Mazda 3 (not especially interested in the Mazdaspeed3, though), Honda Insight, Kia Soul, Toyota Venza, and Ford Fusion Hybrid.

2010 Ford Taurus
Also maybe a pre-owned more expensive make like a star-mark Benz, certified Lexus, or something from those type of makes to see how they last and if buying a more expensive pre-owned car is really a good idea.

That's a great idea jifdin. Used 2006/7 A8's and 750's are running around $30k right now.

I thought I read earlier that a new e90 m3 sedan was in the works?

I've seen a lot of good ideas posted so most (if not all) of mine will be repeats

-Ford Taurus SHO
-Ford Fusion hybrid
-Dodge Ram or Ford F-150
-Volkswagen CC
-Audi Q5 or Mercedes-Benz GLK
-Volvo C30
-Volvo XC60
-Subaru Forester
-Chevrolet Camaro

p.s. That new Challenger looks great

I forgot to add:

Buick LaCrosse

FORD F-150.
I would like to see how Ford's quality has improved.

FORD FUSION HYBRID

woah forgot all about the mazda 3! Thats on my list too!

BMW 335d - first high performance diesel in U.S.
Tesla roadster - no explanation needed
Honda FCX Clarity - can't understand why you didn't get on Honda's list for the fuel cell mobile
Mini Cooper electric - Edmunds better be able to get on this list
Ford Fusion or Mercury Milan hybrid - best U.S. hybrid? Better than Japanese?
Chevy Camaro - the return
Ford Taurus SHO - the return
Dodge Sprinter Van - Edmunds really needs a van and this one has a Mercedes diesel
Ford F150 or Dodge Ram - Edmunds also needs a truck
Think electric car from Norway

On the used car front:

Please pick up either a 1980-1982 911 SC, a 1989 911 5-speed (had a number of improvements over the 84-88 models), or a 1995-1998 911 (those run 25-40k).

Your readers want it, you know you want it...just train your staff on how to invoke the pendulum before handing them the keys.

An old Supra or 300zx twin turbo would be cool too :)

(Or an old RX-7 turbo...)

Lastly, I don't think this has been widely recommended yet....but how about a used AMG model? I'm personally a huge fan of the C32 supercharged AMG model, but even a C55 or E55. I'd love to see how they old up a little later in life.

On the new front:

I know you don't like to do a 2006 3-series and then a practically-the-same-except-the-engine new one, but a 335d would be a great choice. Plus it's an automatic, so you'd be testing out a whole new drivetrain.

New Mazda3...but make it the Mazdapspeed 3.

I have to support a nice volvo Station Wagon of some sort.

Wait for one of the new Subarus to emerge....new Legacy or Outback, since you've done the newer body style STI.

How about a Saab? I feel like its the forgotten brand on here.

A new Gen VI GTI when it comes out.

An Audi S4 in it's "less is more" supercharged V6 format.

Nothing from Acura until they correct their evil ways (ok, maybe the 2010 TSX with 3.5 liter V6 engine....maybe).

I'll come back later once the coffee kicks in more.

Joe

I would just like to see two vehicles added the x6 and the new dodge ram.

I think you should continue to test the performance benchmark for luxury/sports coupes; that is, the M3.

So snag up a new one (E9*), and enjoy the newer, lighter 100+ hp/lter engine.
Perhaps the sedan so that you can rave about it having 4 doors, yet remaining totally track capable.

It's easy --
old NSX
old Boxster
new 335d
new GTI
new Genesis Coupe.

I think it's safe to say that Edmunds is going to acquire, without our prompting, one of the following --
Camaro
a variation of the Corvette
a Fusion Hybrid to compare to the Pious... oops, Prius

I'm going to say stay away from the used Boxster. Here's why:

The 1997-2004 models aren't exactly the well-loved Porsches of the century. Between their blander looks, underpowered earlier engines, cheaper interiors, etc....they actually have very very low resale value. Maybe a 2005+ would be ok, but would it give a real impression of what it's like to own a "used Porsche"? Perhaps.

I'd still be happy, personally, if edmunds picked up a 2005-2006 Boxster S....but I'm just sayins....

The 911 of 1978-1983 (SC), 1987-1989, 1995,1998 are all icons, desirable, air-cooled, have an engine sitting behind the rear axle, make glorious sounds, drive distinctly like an old porsche, and hold their resale value.

Joe

Audi A5/S5
Audi Q5
BMW 335d
BMW 750i/Li
Ford Fusion Hybrid
Lexus RX350/RX450
Mercedes-Benz GLK350
Porsche (Used 80's 911)
Porsche 911 with PDK
Porsche Cayman with PDK
Toyota Venza
Volkswagen CC
Volkswagen Tiguan
Volvo V70
Volvo XC60

Yeah, and just thought about it -- don't the engines grenade on those Boxsters?

335d or 750i, nuff said

1) telsa roadster
2) bmw 335d
3) audi Q5
4) Camaro SS
5) Toyota Venza

Sgude - To my knowledge, there are significant engine flaws in almost all of the water cooled Porsche engines since 1997. One of the most infamous is the RMS failure of the 2.5 liter boxsters, but there's alot of others out there too. One thing to remember is that these engines are often driven only 5000 miles a year....so alot of 1997 models are still only around 60,000 miles. It's going to take some time before they start really exhibiting their true colors.

1978-1983 911 SCs were fairly bulletproof, but I think had a valve guide weakness. 1995-1998 air cooled 3.6 liter engines are probably the safest of all....the main problem was getting clogged air injection systems from carbon build-up, which would require hard core spending to fix, but could most likely be prevented by simply driving the car as it was meant to be driven. Too many owners puttering around and babying the car along with using it as a second vehicle lead to alot of build-up.

Personally, I wouldn't want to own a Porsche made in the last 10 years without the cash or ability to do a serious engine repair at some point in the future.

Joe

since the economy is down I would like to see more focus on vehicles under $35k but I doubt that will happen. I would also like to see worthy domestic vehicles get a slot before we get a 3rd variation of some import branded product. No more BMWs in the near future. NO more boxy econo cars like the Cube that few are buying when gas is $2 a gallon. No V8s when a nice V6 is available.

Fusion Hybrid
Camaro V6
Genesis Coupe
Lacrosse
F150 or Ram
XF
Equinox

Do not buy any stupid used sports cars with high repair needs or any cars from brands that are about to be killed like Saab or Saturn.

+1 to the used 911.
+1 to a stock early 90's 300ZX twin turbo
(although didnt Sport Compact car heavily mod
on of those as a project car?)
+1 to any new Volvo

-1 to any vehicle costing over $45,000
the economy is not there at the moment....
keep it real brothers and sisters.
-1 to any acura product. It's really too bad how
they orchestrated thier own styling fall.

I would like to see:

-Older/new Honda s2000 (since its going away soon)
-Older Acura NSX
-BMW X6
-Pontiac Fiero!!! like the one from Ferris -Bueller's day off
-I like the the old porsche idea like a early 90's 9ll
- Ohh an rx-7 would be cool or maybe a 98' Eclipse GSX?
-Or How bout a late 80's MR2?

-Also (to finish up all the oldies) how bout the oldest land rover you can find. That would be sure to break down every two feet or so ;)

New cars?
-Audi A5/S5
-Nissan Rogue,
-Subaru Forester
-BMW X6

OR

I'd like to see you guys at Inside Line Import something from Europe or Asia, like a Skyline r34, or maybe a ford mondeo?

you gotta get these:

Audi s5 - this car is gorgeous
Merc glk, audi q5 or volvo xc60 - all 3 new
Lexus is-f
nissan maxima or acura tl - is it better

and bargain as if a normal customer ie u shoudl be able to get below invoice on most now these days

Jaguar XF
2010 Jaguar XFR
2010 Jaguar XKR
Audi A5

BMW 750i
Chevrolet Camaro (V6)
Ford Fusin Hybrid
Ford Taurus SHO
Honda Insight
Kia Soul
Lexus RX350 AWD
Mercedes GLK350
Nissan Cube
Porsche 911 Carrera (used 2006 or older)
Toyota Venza AWD
Volvo XC60

oh yes, get that SHO- forgot about that.

skip the Venza though- they had a camry already. Its a camry wagon with a better interior.

I know I'm a bit late to this post (that happens when you leave the country), but I'd like to see a new 911 or a late 80s used one.

even better, keep the M3. It only needs two more threads to be the most threaded car in the history of edmunds (over the Ford Gt). I think that says a lot.

Only one other person interested in a new Cadillac SRX?

I think it's a pretty important car... This is Cadillac's chance to not only have one star player (the CTS), but become a serious brand again as a whole. The crossover market itself is becoming important these days...

Considering you are getting rid of a Caddy that did pretty well during its stay, why not try out another one?

Plus the thing is stunning!

Other than that:
New ZR1 !!!!
Old Miata
Old NSX
New Camaro V6
New Tesla Roadster (Would be amazing...)
New Acura TL SH-AWD (It's brand new and no one gives it love)

09 Dodge Ram With new V8 and RAM BOX. The ram box is the most wanted feature in the new dodge ram according to many dealerships across that nations.
Fiat 300 would be cool. A look inside Chrysler's new car!
Dodge Ev Circuit or any other ev. Maybe 200C
Mazda 3
BMW 335D for Diesel like to know what Europe's been hiding.

Audi RS4
Audi S5
2010 Mustang GT
2011 Ford Fiesta (sedan/coupe)
2010 Acura TL
08 lancer Evo
Smart Car
Fiat 500
Volvo C30
new Porsche Cayenne turbo
1999 Mustang v6, just to see how they stand up after a decade :)
VW golf GTI
Lexus GS430
2010 taurus SHO
Ferrari California
new Mitsubishi Eclipse
Honda Insight
2010 Prius
Chevy Traverse
old 350z vs new 370z
BMW M5
when it becomes available, 2011 Ford Explorer
1986 toyota supra
1994 toyota supra, why not compare?
2010 Aptera 2e, that would be cool!
new Honda Accord coupe
BMW X1
2010 BMW z4
2002 BMW z8, I love this car!
2010 Porsche Panamera
Aston Martin 1-77
Aston Martin rapide
these are all just suggestions of course! :)