Alireza lives in San Diego and is about to retire, but he has always loved cars. He’s shopping for something “appropriate” for his age. With a budget of up to $70,000, which car should he buy?
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I am a 70 year old man who has been interested in cars and wants to buy a car that is suitable for his age. Ideally, I’m looking for a coupe that’s fun to drive, half comfortable, half reliable. Previous cars I liked – Alfa Romeo, Triumph Tr 250 and Tr6, old Jags, mini, MG TC. I can spend up to $70,000.
Quick info:
Budget: up to 70,000 dollars
Location: City of San Diego
Daily driver: Correct
want: Look cool, comfortable, 2 doors
Do not want: Something boring
Expert 1- Tom McParland: Jaaaag
Based on the list of cars you provided, it seems like the majority of you are attracted to British cars. I say we continue that trend with a British style coupe, the Jaguar F-Type. This sports car got a lot of hype when it debuted in 2015 and has since been a bit forgotten. However, it still looks great and they drive very well. More recent models are offered with the turbocharged four-cylinder as the base model. I would avoid these and I would even recommend staying away from overkill V8 cars. The catch is the supercharged V6 that makes a lot of power and sounds great but not too loud. There are many of these well discounted in the $40,000 range, but without warranties, Jaguar might feel a bit risky to you.
This is a very nice one, certified R-Dynamic 2019 model with the correct engine and only 18,000 miles. It’s the right balance between fun, sensible comfort and which part? reliable.
Expert 2: Collin Woodard – It’s Porsche Time
Alireza, maybe you don’t need me to tell you about Porsche. It’s pretty much the default choice for anyone looking for a coupe that’s fun to drive, comfortable, and generally reliable. But if you’re considering going in a different direction without at least test driving a Porsche, I’m here to tell you not to move on too fast. A Porsche 911 won’t stand out like a Lotus Evora, but damn, they drive so well it’s hard to care.
Unfortunately for you, 911s in your price range will be around 10 years old, which is probably fine but will likely require more maintenance and repair. Instead, I say go with Cayman. To this day, the Porsche Cayman remains one of the most beautiful and capable cars I have ever had the honor of driving. It’s absolutely amazing and you’ll find plenty of options to suit your budget.
Personally, if I were you, I would go to CarMax of all places to check it out This 2021 718 Cayman because it’s only done 18,000 miles. While you’re at it, you can also check out the two 911s they also have in stock and decide if you should hop on the older but larger car. However, if you feel really spicy, you can also consider this 2012 Porsche Cayman R that Agent statement was signed by Randy Pobst.
Expert 3: Rory Carroll – What’s Cool?
At the age of 70 you surely already know that it is impossible to have a car to make a person look cool and instead you are asking for a cool car for a man of your age to own. possess. This is the correct approach.
I’ve always thought context was the key to determining how cool a car is. If a 60-year-old buys a basic C7 in Limerock green, it doesn’t seem to stand out much, perhaps leaving you a little sad or disheartened. You know what he’s trying to do, buy that thing. But if a 28-year-old buys the same car, that’s great.
Anyway, what you need, at 70 is an old Bentley Coupe. Something like a Brooklands. Or maybe something like this aston. But giving you the responsibility of maintaining a British high-performance car seems cruel. (Sorry Tom!) It can be a little less cruel to put you behind the wheel of This RS5, which if driven by our previously mentioned 28-year-old isn’t cool — but if driven by you, a 70-year-old car enthusiast, it’s absolutely amazing. with me. But, what do I know? I am 40.
Expert 4: Steve DaSilva – The Good Life
Alireza, you’ve got good taste. Alfas, Triumphs, it’s all a good time — but they are a young man’s game. At 70, do you want to track down bugs in ancient wiring? Dealing with complicated carburetors? Or do you just want something you can actually drive?
If it’s the latter, then I have the car for you: Lexus LC 500. It’s fast, reliable, comfortable and — primarily — won’t make you look like you’re trying too hard. Most middle managers during the midlife crisis make mistakes cool with young, but only one of them is achievable. You can’t go back in time, but you can buy a car that’s right for you.
That, my friend, is LC. It’s fast and gorgeous, sure, but it’s also comfortable and expensive — vehicle type does not exactly attract twentysometimes withdraw their first car loan. With LC, you’re not trying to be something you’re not. You are just Friendbut cool as hell.
