So its time to start being more responsible so I'm thinking about selling the Evo and getting something a little more luxurious.

First off here's some details on the car:
2003 Evo 8
Stock clutch (still grips like day 1)
TRE built TC
Other mods in my signature except the JICs which have since been removed for the stock suspension because the JICs are in need of a serious rebuild.
I also have aftermarket wheels, and a set of NTO+3s 18x9.5 in Silver with spacers (These were for take-off slicks for the track)
~50k miles
Alpine CDA-9835 with Ipod connector, JL 12w3v2 sub, JL Audio VR-650CSi components and VR-650CXi coaxials, w/ JL Audio e4300 amplifier. The subwoofer is powered by a JL Audio e1400D mono amp. These are all in a custom build that you can see here:




The Ipod hookup goes into the Glovebox.
I also have a recently installed Defi BF Imperial boost gauge in Amber mounted on the steering wheel column and a Defi VSD Concept II HUD w/ Oil Pressure sensor mounted on the front above the steering wheel. The control unit for both is mounted in the little cubby under the climate controls, as well as the subwoofer range knob.

How much do you think I can ask for it? Again, this is just a feeler and I'm just thinking about it (unless someone offers as much as I would really want but that won't happen). Also, I may or may not even be selling it depending on many different things (I love my Evo and I'd hate to let her go, I just want something a little more civil since I don't think I'll be doing any more track racing anymore).

The reason this is in Other Cars is because I want to know what you guys would get to replace the Evo too? I'm between two main things right now: a used Carrera 4 or a new Infiniti G35x. It doesn't have to be a sedan, but obviously coming from an Evo I still want it to be quick and nimble.

LMK what you all think!

 

wrong section?

 

Didn't read the whole thing did ya...

Here it is for people who didn't read: I put it here because I also want advice on what car to get instead (and that is the main question too)... but if the mods deem it to be in the wrong section then please move it.

 

Oh sorry , NVM....

If u want something more luxurious?....

I vote for 335i FTW!

 

AWD is fairly important since I'm here in Utah and this will be my daily driver... So is trying to keep it under or around 50k Or else the 335i would certainly be on the list, they're beautiful.

 

So, you want AWD x Luxury x Under 50k, good luck, but ill help...

2007 G35x
2007 BMW 328xi
2007 Audi a4
2007 Audi s4
2007 S40 T5 AWD
2007 S60R AWD

I know im missing some other notables, but thats all I can think of right now.

 

I didn't say it had to be new (which broadens the playing field a bit more than needing luck) but thanks for the luck anyway... Driven a 328, a4, s4, s40 t5... none of those are my taste. S4 is fast enough but feels like it weighs 100000 lbs, at least the used one I drove did, otherwise the rest are too slow, except a the two I haven't driven which may be alright. Around 50k is the key, not under, under limits me on the Carreras but I've found plenty Carrera 4s for about 40-55k... And some around 80k

 

Bump: I finally drove a '07 G35x today, so my mind is made up... If it comes down to selling the Evo then that's what I"m going for...

But the bump is for some advice on what ya'll think I should start trying to sell the car for. Or do you guys think I should part it out? Opinions?

 

go for the Carrera!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I'd do it in a heart beat

 

Yeah, me too, but the one I found is an automatic '02 with 38,000 miles on it for 38800... And it only has 300 hp and teenie tiny rear seats... Sure, its a Porsche, and I love Porsche, and someday I will have one, but it just doesn't make sense right now.

What do you guys think about trying to get 25k from my car? Think it's doable?

 

Are you getting the G35x sedan or coupe? The AWD obviously makes it the heaviest model, about a 250-300 lbs lighter than the S4 though. Good choice though, G35s are kind of sleeper cars, Porsche drivers can get a bad rep and get the porcupine joke a lot. A wouldn't mind a Porsche as a weekend driver third car, but not for DD.

As for your asking price I don't really know. How's the market for used Evos in UT? On eBay with Evos with about that many miles are selling between $17-20k. So maybe start yours out at $19k?

 

The market in Utah is definitly better than that, trade in low is at 19k. KBB retail is 25,500ish. If I do decide to sell it it isn't super important

There is only a G35x Sedan, plus the coupe won't get the new engine for a little while so it's lacking about 13 hp. And the "swell"

What's the porcupine joke? Never heard it... And this is all still pending events coming in the next month or so. My main things that need clearing up right now: Insurance cheaper or the same? How much will tax, title, and licensing be? And then whether my wheels will fit (so far everyone says they will but I'd like to be sure)... All those answers will come in the next few months. Once I get more organized and decide for sure if I'm letting the Evo go.

 

What's the difference between a porcupine and a <insert car here>? The ****** are on the inside, ha ha ha

 

ROFL, okay, staying clear of Porsches for awhile.... Though someday I do want a 911 Turbo... As soon as I make my first million that is...

Anyway guys, with lack of response on both EvoM and G35driver, and a total 50/50 split decision in my mind I'm going to wait and see how the next month or so turn out (In case anyone cares, I'm graduating college in May... The main reason for wanting to go with the G35x over the Evo is just daily driver niceity, I don't know how much time I'll have for tracking the Evo [or money anymore..] so I'm thinking maybe its time to up to the luxury sports sedan class.). So thanks for the advice so far! Any other comments are welcome.