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So sad we don't get the Alpine here in the US 😟 Agree though, the Porsches aren't as joyful or playful as other brands
I think about this a lot. My previous car was a BMW Z4m coupe, nearly a foot shorter in length than the Cayman it was smaller, wild, a much more overtly fun car. Less capable, less refined, cheaply built by comparison, but more fun just going for a cup of coffee and full of character.
I tried a Z4 M once but was extremely careful.
A few days after I tried a Z4 3.0 ... a bit less careful héhé 
... that was already a joy to drive. This engine is a jewel, I also had a go back then in a 630i convertible which was also a very nice experience.
... that was already a joy to drive. This engine is a jewel, I also had a go back then in a 630i convertible which was also a very nice experience.
I prefer walking on the fine line of having it all :) But it is a fine line ;) I will go back to cars at some point, a Lotus Seven or a Caterham for me. Good luck in your hunt! Best, E.
a fine line indeed... It wont work for me, financially
The suggestion is great indeed...
Have you ever heard of ULTIMA GTR?
Of course, the childhood dream car of a friend. A quick snap I took for him a month ago while driving 😀
Yes, part of the crazy small car manufacturer landscape in the UK (look at Ariel, Noble, Ginetta, Marcos, Morgan, etc. too). Some are still alive, some died, but the passion is still very very strong! Best, E.
Noble !
I had the privilege of trying out the M600 back in 2015 at Leicester. What a beast, 650 hp for 1250 kilos, fastest car I've ever driven.
see my thread:
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see my thread:
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Thanks for sharing! Indeed Noble is not very well known, but they are brilliant rare cars. Best, E.
i remember, when this beast came out they offered it two ways...
one way being fully built. The other way being as a set for you to build it. i am not sure if this is still the case or of Ultima still exists.
Is is actually correct that they use CORVETTE V8 engine?
Is is actually correct that they use CORVETTE V8 engine?
Which model have you got dear Captain? R300? R500? I searched on the forum and could not find the answer. Once one has tried a Caterham, nothing else can match it! Best, E.
My Caterham ….
It puts out around 230 bhp and weighs under 600 kgs.
The gearbox is a Caterham 6 speed manual.
Once you start this journey you start to delve into the world of upgrading as much as possible. On my car even the front grill is made from titanium.
What do you think of the lightest Caterham ?
The 3 pot turbo Suzuki , I think it only weighs 460 kilos.
Caterham’s …
Have been fitted with a selection of small engines, including motorbike engines and sequential gearboxes.
Personally I think something like a Ford Sigma or Duratec is perfectly suited when coupled with the six speed Caterham gearbox.
I agree.
Since the late 90s and the Rover K-series, all the "standard" engines provided plenty enough power. They can be modified/upgraded easily and are rather reliable. All this for a rather limited weight. Going for motorbike engines is for real racers only and limited to fun track days. And you need to be a good mechanic or know a good garage who can combine both car and motorbike worlds.
Best,
E.
Best,
E.
One more consideration …
A reasonable amount of weight well distributed is a positive thing when it comes to getting a Caterham off the line from a standing start. I’ve completed in Hill Climb and it’s definitely an advantage off the line.