Best convertible under 40k that's not a E93 M3 or Boxster

sshu · 10-06-2015, 11:22 AM

The only requirements are that it must be an automatic or dual clutch trans and under $40k. I think the E93 M3 and Boxster are the top choices but maybe I'm missing another contender.

thugmaster · 10-06-2015, 11:29 AM

Sl 55 amg. You can pick up a clean used one under 40k. Awesome car.

GabeS · 10-06-2015, 11:42 AM

Z4m?

oolas3 · 10-06-2015, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by GabeS

Z4m?

The M never came in automatic or DCT.

GabeS · 10-06-2015, 11:48 AM

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Originally Posted by m3m3mr

The M never came in automatic or DCT.

So plain Z4 35i maybe?

sshu · 10-06-2015, 12:34 PM

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Originally Posted by GabeS

So plain Z4 35i maybe?

I was thinking about the new gen Z4 35is but it weighs almost 3600lbs. No longer the lightweight like the previous Z4.

GabeS · 10-06-2015, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by sshu

I was thinking about the new gen Z4 35is but it weighs almost 3600lbs. No longer the lightweight like the previous Z4.

My original post involved a series of verts with engine swaps that would be cooler then all the others posted but then i realized some of them didnt have autos.

BloomRunsDubs · 10-06-2015, 08:29 PM

Audi S5? I know they make a rag-top convertible S5. Id never even consider one over a E93 M3 though

Flying Ace · 10-06-2015, 10:53 PM

Geo Metro

slowandfurious · 10-07-2015, 12:08 AM

370z. Mustang. Possibly Miata, but a bit underpowered. S2000 if you don't mind used. Used Corvette.

buddalun · 10-07-2015, 06:12 AM

There is really only one choice:

427 A/C Cobra.

I am not mindful of your "requirements."

sshu · 10-07-2015, 01:09 PM

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Originally Posted by buddalun

There is really only one choice:

427 A/C Cobra.

I am not mindful of your "requirements."

I always liked them. I need a low key daily driver so this doesn't really fit too well, haha. After looking around I didn't know that the 370Z roadsters are being so heavily discounted. Msrp on them are 42k-47k and they are selling for over 10k off msrp for a new one. Tempting but i'm not sure I will like as much as a M3 over the long run. The Miata will be great but if I get an auto that may suck some of the fun out of it. Mustang fits my requirements and would be fun but to get it under 40k I would need to get a used one with a solid rear axle. I'm not sure how comfortable the vette would be for a daily driver.

I miss the V8 sound after selling my E39 M5. The E93 M3 is on top of the list if I go convertible or a C63 if I want a sedan. Both sound great and have a decent trans.

RoshDawg · 10-08-2015, 04:48 PM

The new Miata. I am seriously falling in love with it. I miss having a car that I can just go flat out in corners and completely drive the shit out of every single day.

But of course not as your only car.

newoldbeemer · 10-13-2015, 01:39 AM

Get the 370Z only if you get the manual. The automatic is not that fun.

If automatic, I'd also consider a CPO Z435i.

mxa121 · 11-08-2015, 09:58 AM

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Originally Posted by sshu

.... Mustang fits my requirements and would be fun but to get it under 40k I would need to get a used one with a solid rear axle.

I miss the V8 sound after selling my E39 M5. The E93 M3 is on top of the list if I go convertible or a C63 if I want a sedan. Both sound great and have a decent trans.

Plenty of '15 Mustang GT Premium packs on Autotrader right now for under 40k with less than 5k miles. If that's the answer, go for it.

http://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-s...14826977&Log=0

CRtoE92 · 11-11-2015, 04:32 AM

S2000?

Sellout · 01-12-2016, 08:33 AM

S2000 has been mentioned a couple times now. There is no automatic S2000

bosspower · 01-12-2016, 09:48 AM

I have a E93 and its great for what it is .

Boxter would be slower even with PDK and more expesive to make a good exhaust.
I didnt fit in a Cayman ,R8 and in the M3 is just perfect, drive like a boss.

///M Kidding · 01-12-2016, 10:08 AM

Has anybody mentioned Lexus IS250C?

bosspower · 01-12-2016, 07:18 PM

that would be very slow.

Hujan · 01-12-2016, 09:01 PM

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Originally Posted by sshu

I was thinking about the new gen Z4 35is but it weighs almost 3600lbs. No longer the lightweight like the previous Z4.

Not sure that's right. I believe the curb weights for the E89 35i was in the 3400 range. Drop in some down pipes, coilovers, some Apex Arc-8s, and maybe a lighter battery and you'd be ~3300 lbs.

Bucki14 · 01-15-2016, 12:38 PM

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Not sure that's right. I believe the curb weights for the E89 35i was in the 3400 range. Drop in some down pipes, coilovers, some Apex Arc-8s, and maybe a lighter battery and you'd be ~3300 lbs.

Still heavy as hell for a s2seater.....damn convertible tops!

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RoshDawg Second Lieutenant 74 Rep 283 Posts Drives: M3 / 991 / Tundra Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Orange County iTrader: (0)	The new Miata. I am seriously falling in love with it. I miss having a car that I can just go flat out in corners and completely drive the shit out of every single day. But of course not as your only car.
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10-13-2015, 01:39 AM	#14
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bosspower Private 7 Rep 52 Posts Drives: E93 M3 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Poland iTrader: (0)	I have a E93 and its great for what it is . Boxter would be slower even with PDK and more expesive to make a good exhaust. I didnt fit in a Cayman ,R8 and in the M3 is just perfect, drive like a boss.
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