Hi,
I've been wanting to drive a proper GT as a daily driver for the longest time now. I guess the type of car I want could be described as a luxury muscle car. But every time I zero in on some model I find something that puts me off. I either find out it's unreliable, or find out it's only available with an automatic transmission or some other problem. But I'm running out of options so I thought I would reach out others to see if I may be overlooking some model that would fit my requirements.
I would like to buy a proper GT which fits the following requirements:
1. MUST be rear wheel drive.
2. Front engine
3. Manual transmission
4. Must have a back seat or at least a 2+2.
5. Must be 2 doors. Better if coupe or fastback. But not a must. Although not interested in sedans such as a BMW 3 series or hatchbacks such as a Golf.
6. Must be a classic or older model. So nothing new. But also nothing too old. I love a GT6. But I need something more modern with at least some current creature comforts. So I'm thinking it will need to be 80's or 90's. So an young classic.
7. Would love for it to look muscular.
8. I want something reliable. Something that I won't spend more time repairing it than driving it.
9. Can't cost an arm and a leg. How much is an arm and a leg? Well if it costs as much as a new comparable car, then it's double too much.
10. Not interested in something too small. Remember this is supposed to be a proper GT. So think Jaguar XJS rather than Opel Manta.
11. Not interested on anything by BMW.
12. Minimum 6 Cyl engine. V8 even better.
13. Needs to be readily available in Europe.
14. Needs to be LHD.
Here are the cars that I have already considered but ended up being disqualified, including what disqualified them:
Jaguar XJS: V12 is only automatic, manual 6 cyl. near impossible to find. Prices are going nuts. Horror stories about reliability.
Jaguar XK8: Basically all the above but the prices are OK.
Mercedes W126 Coupe: Automatic transmission only.
Here are examples of new cars that are real and proper GTs:
Most Aston Martins
Bentley Coupe
BMW 6 series
Mercedes S-class coupe
But can't afford any of them and am looking for more of a classic ride. But just an example of what I'm looking. Not looking for small sporty cars like Porsche etc.
Cars that are almost GTs:
Mustang (not luxurious or comfortable enough)
Dodge Challenger (not luxurious or comfortable enough)
Supras (almost there but still lacks that Country Club quality)
3000GT (same as Supras)
What else is out there that would fit the bill?
Thank you for your input.
P.S. Cars that have already been suggested to me but I don't feel are right:
911
928
Peugeot 504 Coupé
Maserati 3200GT or Coupe
I've been wanting to drive a proper GT as a daily driver for the longest time now. I guess the type of car I want could be described as a luxury muscle car. But every time I zero in on some model I find something that puts me off. I either find out it's unreliable, or find out it's only available with an automatic transmission or some other problem. But I'm running out of options so I thought I would reach out others to see if I may be overlooking some model that would fit my requirements.
I would like to buy a proper GT which fits the following requirements:
1. MUST be rear wheel drive.
2. Front engine
3. Manual transmission
4. Must have a back seat or at least a 2+2.
5. Must be 2 doors. Better if coupe or fastback. But not a must. Although not interested in sedans such as a BMW 3 series or hatchbacks such as a Golf.
6. Must be a classic or older model. So nothing new. But also nothing too old. I love a GT6. But I need something more modern with at least some current creature comforts. So I'm thinking it will need to be 80's or 90's. So an young classic.
7. Would love for it to look muscular.
8. I want something reliable. Something that I won't spend more time repairing it than driving it.
9. Can't cost an arm and a leg. How much is an arm and a leg? Well if it costs as much as a new comparable car, then it's double too much.
10. Not interested in something too small. Remember this is supposed to be a proper GT. So think Jaguar XJS rather than Opel Manta.
11. Not interested on anything by BMW.
12. Minimum 6 Cyl engine. V8 even better.
13. Needs to be readily available in Europe.
14. Needs to be LHD.
Here are the cars that I have already considered but ended up being disqualified, including what disqualified them:
Jaguar XJS: V12 is only automatic, manual 6 cyl. near impossible to find. Prices are going nuts. Horror stories about reliability.
Jaguar XK8: Basically all the above but the prices are OK.
Mercedes W126 Coupe: Automatic transmission only.
Here are examples of new cars that are real and proper GTs:
Most Aston Martins
Bentley Coupe
BMW 6 series
Mercedes S-class coupe
But can't afford any of them and am looking for more of a classic ride. But just an example of what I'm looking. Not looking for small sporty cars like Porsche etc.
Cars that are almost GTs:
Mustang (not luxurious or comfortable enough)
Dodge Challenger (not luxurious or comfortable enough)
Supras (almost there but still lacks that Country Club quality)
3000GT (same as Supras)
What else is out there that would fit the bill?
Thank you for your input.
P.S. Cars that have already been suggested to me but I don't feel are right:
911
928
Peugeot 504 Coupé
Maserati 3200GT or Coupe
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