NFT: If you have up to $45k to spend on the next car

[Dante84]

Got hit this last week and may have the current vehicle totaled out, which isn't a bad thing since I'm pretty well above water on the loan/value ratio.

So, while I'm waiting to find out if we go the "totaled" route, I would need to move fast on the next vehicle.

Desired Specs
4-5 seater
4 door
Fast (300+ hp)
Looks cool
Car or SUV, not a Truck or Van

Bells/Whistles
Air Conditioned/Cooling seats (it's hot in TX)
Backup Camera
Decent interface/console

Age
Ideally not "Brand New" so I don't eat the cost driving off the lot
If 4-5 years old, then the vehicle better be worth it

Cost
Top end of budget is $45k
Can also be lower for the right car, as it would reduce current car payments


Since this happened out of the blue, what should be on my radar?

[DeepPurple]

Introduced to the U.S. market just two years back, the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia returns from a triumphant launch, bringing more style and substance to challenge the luxury car market's best brands. In the Giulia, the art of driving is front and center. Indeed, while some may find the Giulia's looks somewhat polarizing, few will quibble with the utter joy one experiences behind the wheel. Designed to challenge cars like the Audi A4/S4, the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Giulia brilliantly blends luxury, performance and features into unique sport sedan that won't break the bank.

In its most basic guise, the Giulia is a rear-wheel-drive sedan powered by turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine pumping out a very respectable 280 horsepower. And with five more trims above the base car, it only gets better the more you're willing to spend.

Of course, having only been introduced in 2017, it's difficult to know how the Giulia will hold up in the areas of long-term reliability and resale, a fair question given parent company FIAT's own struggles in this area. Then again, the Ferrari-derived 505-hp engine in the stunning Quadrifoglio trim may be enough to allow some buyers to justify the risk. The rewards certainly do.

What's New for 2019?
For 2019, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti Sport gets new 19-in wheels, while the Quadrifoglio gains a 40/20/40 folding rear seat. New options include a heated rear seat and a number of new Nero Edizione and Carbon Fiber packages.


Car and Driver Review: https://www.caranddriver.com/alfa-romeo/giulia

Since you wanted a used car, I just did a search for the State of Florida where I live for a 2018 model. I found 40 results. Car and Driver recommend the TI model, here's a 2018 Giulia Ti with 9600 miles for $28,878.



https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ckType=listing

[TLO]

Originally Posted by Munson

2015 or newer Dodge Charger, preferably with a V8. The V6 versions have just under 300 horsepower. You can also get them with AWD.

I think 2014 was the last year offered with AWD for the V8. I know they recently reintroduced AWD, but for the V6 only

[Dante84]

Originally Posted by DJ's left nut

Here's one in Dallas:

https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ckType=listing

That'd be the kind of thing I'd be looking for in that price range. About a 5 second 0-60 and that turbo will kick ass and take names if you're looking for a passing gear.

Thank you for the suggestions. On this one, I dig the turbo and the interior is nice, however, not a huge fan of the body.

I did like my old Infiniti g35 a few years back, so the fast sedan is appealing.

[Dante84]

Originally Posted by Detoxing

Honestly bro, with $45K, i'd go to an auto auction like Barrett Jackson. Production cars go stupidly cheap there. I'm talking like new-ish Masseratis going for $30K cheap.

The customs, exotics and classics get all the attention, and in turn, some damn nice production type vehicles go dirt cheap.

I always thought to myself that if i had a fat cash stash and were in the market for a car, i'd hit up a Barrett Jackson or Meccum action.

Never done one of those; do they offer financing at those events or are those straight cash buys?

[ModSocks]

Here's the latest results from Barrett Jackson.

$15K for a 2008 M6 V10 with 74K original miles. Carfax lists that as a $25K-$30K car.

https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Arch...019/06-29-2019

[Rain Man]

The requirement for four seats knocks out all of my top suggestions. Any wiggle room on that?

[ModSocks]

Originally Posted by Dante84

Never done one of those; do they offer financing at those events or are those straight cash buys?

Don't know tbh. Ive only been there as a seller. And as a seller we don't deal with that.

[Dayze]

be sure to upgrade to the Apricot Speed Package.

[chinaski]

Chevy SS? 415 Horsepower.

[Dante84]

Originally Posted by TLO

Last plug for the Charger - I bought it with 45k on it, and it was meticulously well maintained. I've put about 35k miles on it and haven't had a single thing go wrong with it. Routine maintenance and a set of tires. That's it.

They are cool; I had a base model as a rental once and enjoyed it, although it took some getting used to with the windows and visibility. That said the current vehicle is very difficult to see out of the back of.

[ModSocks]

2008 Masserati with 47K original miles went for $34K. That was a $100,000+ car brand new.

https://www.barrett-jackson.com/Even...ROPORTE-232382

[BlackOp]

Cars are a depreciating asset...terrible place to put any real money.

I'd find a nice high-end 6-10 year old car with service history, put a few grand in buttoning up the maintenance.

Let some other sucker lose his shirt for buying new...cars get beaten up.

Five years ago...I was looking into buying a used M3. They were $50-65k new in 2005...ten years later were going for $15k. Put $3k into long term maintenance...and you have a car for 30% of what it cost new.

[Hog's Gone Fishin]

Originally Posted by Hog's Gone Fishin

I've got a 93 GMC Jimmy 4X4 with 56k miles on it . Was asking $47K but I'd let you have it since your a Chiefs fan for $45K

Since I didn't get an immediate response I'm guessing you're playing hard ball. I'll take $43K

[Dante84]

Originally Posted by DeepPurple

Introduced to the U.S. market just two years back, the 2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia returns from a triumphant launch, bringing more style and substance to challenge the luxury car market's best brands. In the Giulia, the art of driving is front and center. Indeed, while some may find the Giulia's looks somewhat polarizing, few will quibble with the utter joy one experiences behind the wheel. Designed to challenge cars like the Audi A4/S4, the BMW 3 Series and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, the Giulia brilliantly blends luxury, performance and features into unique sport sedan that won't break the bank.

In its most basic guise, the Giulia is a rear-wheel-drive sedan powered by turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine pumping out a very respectable 280 horsepower. And with five more trims above the base car, it only gets better the more you're willing to spend.

Of course, having only been introduced in 2017, it's difficult to know how the Giulia will hold up in the areas of long-term reliability and resale, a fair question given parent company FIAT's own struggles in this area. Then again, the Ferrari-derived 505-hp engine in the stunning Quadrifoglio trim may be enough to allow some buyers to justify the risk. The rewards certainly do.

What's New for 2019?
For 2019, the Alfa Romeo Giulia Ti Sport gets new 19-in wheels, while the Quadrifoglio gains a 40/20/40 folding rear seat. New options include a heated rear seat and a number of new Nero Edizione and Carbon Fiber packages.


Car and Driver Review: https://www.caranddriver.com/alfa-romeo/giulia

Since you wanted a used car, I just did a search for the State of Florida where I live for a 2018 model. I found 40 results. Car and Driver recommend the TI model, here's a 2018 Giulia Ti with 9600 miles for $28,878.



https://www.autotrader.com/cars-for-...ckType=listing

Pretty cool looking, although I can't do a 4 cylinder even though it has a decent amount of hp considering.

[Hog's Gone Fishin]

My offer has a V6 Vortec engine

It's pretty bad ass. I remember doing 58 in a 35mph zone at one time.