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You can get an e39 m5 for around 50k

Would be my pick. But 11-12 year old now

As Drew recommends, we've been tempted now and again to switch across to the E39 M5.

It needs to be low Kms to feel sure that you can sell it easily later on, as you Bobby concur.

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We bought this 530i Individual (2003 model) for $28K back in 2009 with only 48,000Km.

It's now done 79,000Km for an 11 yr old car. We decided to keep it for a while yet.

You're welcome to test drive her (without being considered a tyrekicker).

looking at the inevitable time-consuming/expenses regarding Direct Injection, it really narrows your choice down (or at least defines what year/model you get). Lot of unhappy chappys with RS4's and mercedes.

personally... I'd get a pulsar :P

-1 to MPS. Cobb tune and exhaust will push 160fwkws. they claim 190 at the flywheel from factory...

but would do some reading up on the newer volvos.

http://www.carsales.com.au/dealer/details/Volvo-S60-2011/AGC-AD-15268958/?Cr=0&sdmvc=1

wont need diff due to AWD, but exhaust and flash tune would make more exciting.

Tez, back off, the N1 is mine.

Bobby, get some Audi love on man, they are great cars and the S4's are big value for money, stick a set of pipes on and pull chicks.

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Thanks guys, appreciate all the help.

Not sure a Focus is for me. Great cars, but maybe a little more for someone in their mid to late 20's. Just my view.

Was after something a little more luxuirous, hence the V36.

Go test drive one and I'm fairly certain you'll change your tune.

Put a fully specc'ed (and for $50 you can tick every box) Focus ST against any 10+ year old Beemer or Audi, and the Focus will kick the shit out of it in every way.

Go test drive one and I'm fairly certain you'll change your tune.

Put a fully specc'ed (and for $50 you can tick every box) Focus ST against any 10+ year old Beemer or Audi, and the Focus will kick the shit out of it in every way.

Hate to say that I reckon the ST was quicker in the twisties than my modded R32 GTR. It has more useable power down low due to being lighter. It surprised the hell outta me, being a RWD 6 cyl traditionalist.
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I'll throw in another vote for the IS-F. I've seen 2008 models for less than $60K with less than 50000kms . Insurance is also pretty reasonable when compared to the Euros, roughly 20% cheaper for me. The MY10s are the ones to get as they have the proper LSD but they're still around the $70K mark.

S5s are going for $10-15K more for similar age/ks, definitely a stunning car but well short of the 400hp of an IS-F.

From what I've read IS-Fs have very few issues (the odd rattle mainly) where as most of the Euros I'd be reluctant to pick up unless it came with extended factory warranty.

The S5, 135i & 370Z would be my also rans.

then just put a Chevy badge on. instant reliability

I reckon a TRD sticker across the back window would make it more reliable AND better on fuel.

Is the Golf R going to be sold in Australia? It might sneak in under $50K new, and as long as you sell it before the warranty runs out you should be fine. 296hp, 4WD, 0-100 in 5.1, 4-door hatch.

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