Gallardo? - Page 3

**Mike R** · 20-05-2013, 11:18 PM

I can't believe you'd even mention a 355 in the same breath as the other cars (they're no faster than a CSL). I know they look pretty, but unless you're buying one for the "look at me" factor, I would have thought you'd want something with real performance.

I think out of your list, a GT3 would offer the best bang for buck value.

Craig · 20-05-2013, 11:18 PM

I've always likes the F355, I know it isnt 'fast' but it should be involving to drive and offer a nice sound track!

Also on the list is a Cayman, mega car for the money just I don't fancy taking a risk on the engine and the later DFI engined car's are going to loose too much in the next few years for my liking... trying to buy an already depreciated car!

mattCSLnut · 20-05-2013, 11:21 PM

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Matt,

Red shed has been sold

but fortunately to a close friend who is keeping it as it is, finishing off the bits I wanted to do (Team Dynamics / Exhaust) and then using it as its intended too, I have buy back rights too!

I just found I had no more love for spending money on the car after its last bump, any money spent would have been the equivalent of just putting it in the dust bin so decided it was time for a new toy, a new venture hence not wanting to buy something I've previously had.

Fair enough mate... I hear you

At least she's still being used for the intended purpose. Onward and upwards I say

Terry's Fast Pork really has your name all over it

like I've already said in the previous post. Catching him on the "willing to sell" day may prove to be more difficult.

**Mike R** · 20-05-2013, 11:22 PM

In that case, a 996 GT3 RS - before the values get too high.

Craig · 20-05-2013, 11:23 PM

Thought about this Mike, in fact again a car I looked at many moons ago when they were cheaper than they are now!

EVLEXG needs to sell me his orange 997.1 RS that to me is pure perfection.

**Mike R** · 20-05-2013, 11:41 PM

They are lovely, just the gearing on them is a bit long. They need more power (fixed with the V.2). I don't think they've stopped depreciating yet though.

Steve B · 21-05-2013, 07:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mattCSLnut

Captain "Tight Wad"

We must be related......

EVLXGE · 21-05-2013, 08:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Craig

EVLEXG needs to sell me his orange 997.1 RS that to me is pure perfection.

No chance at the moment chap

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Originally Posted by Mike R

They are lovely, just the gearing on them is a bit long. They need more power (fixed with the V.2). I don't think they've stopped depreciating yet though.

Thats the first time ive heard someone say they are underpowered. Yes the 3.8 has a bit more poke but after driving 3.6,3.8 and 4.0 I didn't feel lacking with mine. They have more than enough poke to get you in bother, certainly a lot quicker than the CSL. Saying that would I like a 3.8... of course I would but lack of orange (Not keen on the gen2 colours as much) and the 30k price increase from mine put me off. I think the Gen1 RS values are fairly steady now though.

Craig I really do think a GT3 (of some description is for you) knowing what your like with setting up your cars I dont think a gallardo is for you. Out the box a GT3 should tick most of what you want in a weekend car....Sounds good (especially with a bypass) got the looks (imo) and it handles well. Makes the CSL feel a bit soggy. Why dont you have a shot in mine when im home?

**Mike R** · 21-05-2013, 09:13 AM

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Originally Posted by EVLXGE

No chance at the moment chap

Thats the first time ive heard someone say they are underpowered. Yes the 3.8 has a bit more poke but after driving 3.6,3.8 and 4.0 I didn't feel lacking with mine. They have more than enough poke to get you in bother, certainly a lot quicker than the CSL. Saying that would I like a 3.8... of course I would but lack of orange (Not keen on the gen2 colours as much) and the 30k price increase from mine put me off. I think the Gen1 RS values are fairly steady now though.

Craig I really do think a GT3 (of some description is for you) knowing what your like with setting up your cars I dont think a gallardo is for you. Out the box a GT3 should tick most of the boxes. Why dont you have a shot in mine when im home?

Not exactly under-powered, but the tall gearing does sanitise the performance some-what and they certainly have more than enough poke to get you into bother, but obviously I'm just commenting from an ideal position.

I'd certainly NEVER chose a Gallardo over ANY GT3.......

mattCSLnut · 21-05-2013, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by Steve B

We must be related......

The Fiscal brothers, obviously

20-05-2013, 11:18 PM	#21
Mike R S6, Sport On, Traction Off Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,582 Casino cash: $17548	I can't believe you'd even mention a 355 in the same breath as the other cars (they're no faster than a CSL). I know they look pretty, but unless you're buying one for the "look at me" factor, I would have thought you'd want something with real performance. I think out of your list, a GT3 would offer the best bang for buck value. __________________ Mike R Sarcasm is just a free service I provide. Nordschleife, there's only two barriers to worry about - the ones on the left and the ones on the right . CSL number 044

20-05-2013, 11:18 PM	#22
Craig S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Guisborough Posts: 453 Casino cash: $4472	I've always likes the F355, I know it isnt 'fast' but it should be involving to drive and offer a nice sound track! Also on the list is a Cayman, mega car for the money just I don't fancy taking a risk on the engine and the later DFI engined car's are going to loose too much in the next few years for my liking... trying to buy an already depreciated car! __________________ VAG Cars - www.vagcars.co.uk - North East VAG Owners Club

20-05-2013, 11:22 PM	#24
Mike R S6, Sport On, Traction Off Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,582 Casino cash: $17548	In that case, a 996 GT3 RS - before the values get too high. __________________ Mike R Sarcasm is just a free service I provide. Nordschleife, there's only two barriers to worry about - the ones on the left and the ones on the right . CSL number 044

20-05-2013, 11:23 PM	#25
Craig S5 - Full Throttle Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Guisborough Posts: 453 Casino cash: $4472	Thought about this Mike, in fact again a car I looked at many moons ago when they were cheaper than they are now! EVLEXG needs to sell me his orange 997.1 RS that to me is pure perfection. __________________ VAG Cars - www.vagcars.co.uk - North East VAG Owners Club

20-05-2013, 11:41 PM	#26
Mike R S6, Sport On, Traction Off Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Norwich Posts: 1,582 Casino cash: $17548	They are lovely, just the gearing on them is a bit long. They need more power (fixed with the V.2). I don't think they've stopped depreciating yet though. __________________ Mike R Sarcasm is just a free service I provide. Nordschleife, there's only two barriers to worry about - the ones on the left and the ones on the right . CSL number 044