BMW's famed M3 is in its fifth generation and one of the most desired sports coupes on the planet at any price point. Previous M3 coupes are now called the M4 with an MSRP over $65,000.00 and no longer the entry model to the exclusive “Club M”.
But have no fear, as there are four generations that precede it and many argue they offer a purer driving experience for a fraction of the current model’s costs. Now if driving isn’t your thing I’d wonder why you were considering a BMW M car in the first place but I am not hear to judge, I am hear to tell so let me begin.
Now that you've decided you have the financial wherewithal to pursue a weekend fun toy, now what do you do? Well for starters you are in the right place.
Here is a four step process that will ensure you cover all the bases to find the best deal out there that delivers a great vehicle and lastly thousands of miles of fun driving. Remember, this is a weekend toy and it's purpose is pure pleasure.
Over time some age gracefully and others won’t and what you initially paid won’t matter. In other words, supercars that are bought with a king’s ransom can suffer the same fate as the domestic or import economy boxes that are bought on a shoestring budget. They all usually depreciate!
The greater the supply the lesser the demand and that impacts price. This is where we come in. PoorManRichCars.com was created to let buyers beware. Beware of the fact that luxury is closer than you think.
There has been a phenomenon sweeping our nation of car buffs and fans over the last few years that typically happens on Saturday or Sunday mornings from New York to Los Angeles called "Cars and Coffee" or some variation of that. Cars and Carburetors, Cars and Decaf, Wheels and Coffee and my guess is there are other names for these local events.
If you are considering buying a new 2017 Ford Mustang GT Fastback (coupe) it’s iconic; it’s patriotic and offers great value compared to a similar import. You’d get little argument from me but my philosophy is lease new and buy pre-owned so does it really offer that much value if you are buying?
The Aston Martin Rapide is somewhat of a conundrum. What exactly is it? Since it is an Aston Martin if you’ve never seen one you likely suspect it should be a cool car. If you’ve never witnessed one in person but have seen their more noted DB model you are probably thinking it’s got to be good looking. It’s British heritage and secret agent affiliation (James Bond 007) also comes to mind and last but certainly not least it’s “exotic”. I am of the belief that they aren’t exotic enough despite their beauty but if you define “exotic” based on limited production numbers, sexiness and priced in the stratosphere an Aston certainly qualifies. Many refer to its understated elegance and they aren’t wrong.
In the last fifteen years luxury vehicles have been scattered across almost every type of vehicle ranging from the sedan to the sports car and the SUV yet there's still one vehicle type that on face value seems to be light on luxury and that's the pick up truck. Our domestic “Big Three” surely have not been asleep at the wheel with luxury offerings in their trucks but is there really a true luxury pickup?
Many would argue that any BMW convertible would be an acceptable means of transportation and you’d get little argument from me but of all their convertible offerings there is a special one. Many of you define special in a number of ways but this kind of special is the M6 Convertible model.
Record sales have created used car inventory for all vehicles and that includes the luxury category. These luxury cars are sitting on lots and the dealers need to move them. The basic law of "supply and demand" have pushed some great brands and cars into very affordable ranges for the average guy to seriously pursue.
