mjj Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 As this is a motor forum, i guess its safe to say we are all petrolheads in one way or another. So, my question to you is, what car would you be driving now, if you hadn't moved to Thailand? For me i guess it would be a BMW M3. Not the current one, the shape with the first CSL version. I guess that version stopped about 5 years ago...... Over to you.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarpSpeed Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 (edited) Too many options to list and that's going to be my biggest pleasurable conundrum once I get back later this year... An IS 250 or 300 is on the top of the list though but then again so is a Passat and many other VW products, unfortunately I lose the option of a SEAT though and that is a big disappointment.. Edited February 29, 2012 by WarpSpeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolf5370 Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 My last car in the UK was a Jaguar S-Type SE V8 in minstral blue (brand new ordered from Loxley Jaguar) with every pack except the phone (couldn't have that with the 12 speaker sterio system and sat nav - just no space of the electronics apparantly) - god I loved that car Mrs had a Dodge, also new (newer than te Jag actually, by 3 years when she got it), in ferrari red with all the gadgets (Jag had em too of course). Now I drive a beat up Lancia - it was crashed into 5 times in the first year I had it (3 years ago) - 4 times whilst parked and once when I was broadsided by an idiot overtaking on the wrong side of the road whilst turning right - I was half way around when he pulled out two cars behind and gunned it right into me! No way would I want my Jag or the Dodge here I'd constantly be in tears! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guzzi850m2 Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 If I still lived in Denmark I would be driving some old piece of shit. DK got about the most expensive car in the world, tax is + 200%, crazy stuff. Gasoline prices is in the top 5 world most expensive too, so only max 1600cc engine. Ah yes need winter tires for the cold month as well for ice/snow covered roads, they salt the roads so your car disappears under you, he-he. In that regard I don't miss my old country at all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarpSpeed Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 (edited) My last car in the UK was a Jaguar S-Type SE V8 in minstral blue (brand new ordered from Loxley Jaguar) with every pack except the phone (couldn't have that with the 12 speaker sterio system and sat nav - just no space of the electronics apparantly) - god I loved that car Mrs had a Dodge, also new (newer than te Jag actually, by 3 years when she got it), in ferrari red with all the gadgets (Jag had em too of course). Now I drive a beat up Lancia - it was crashed into 5 times in the first year I had it (3 years ago) - 4 times whilst parked and once when I was broadsided by an idiot overtaking on the wrong side of the road whilst turning right - I was half way around when he pulled out two cars behind and gunned it right into me! No way would I want my Jag or the Dodge here I'd constantly be in tears! dam_n! That car's got a target on it!! Some cars are like that magnets for others in the wrong ways.. Edited February 29, 2012 by WarpSpeed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarpSpeed Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 BTW OP not depressing in my case................ Inspirational!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spoonman Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 (edited) TF Cortina (MK V) with a turbo 4.0l engine making 500hp, shits me that I had to sell it but the storage fee's of Bt.6500 per month made it not viable to keep it. Edited February 29, 2012 by Spoonman Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
culicine Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Probably an FPV f6 - http://www.fpv.com.au/f6_showroom 310kw blown straight 6. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjj Posted February 29, 2012 Author Share Posted February 29, 2012 Warp, I had a SEAT before I left the UK. A lovely Leon Cupra R in yellow chipped for about 270 bhp. I (very) briefly thought about importing it to Thailand, until i read various threads about how (not) to do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pdaz Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 If we talking new it would be a toss up between the new Porsche Caymen R or the BMW 1 series M. Other than that I guess I'd have to pursue my interest in either a classic 911 (either mid 70's or 1980's club sport) a Caterham 7 or a classic Golf GTi.. Really is a huge choice from budget classic to 50k's worth of modern sports car.. Pretty certain I couldn't be satisfied with just one car.. Especially after being 'starved' out here in Asia for what seems like forever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MESmith Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 If I was back in UK, I'd be spending too much time on internet forums, looking into how to import my 2001 Strada from Thailand 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarpSpeed Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Warp, I had a SEAT before I left the UK. A lovely Leon Cupra R in yellow chipped for about 270 bhp. I (very) briefly thought about importing it to Thailand, until i read various threads about how (not) to do it. Lucky you, I would love to have one of those here.. The SEATs have nice lines IMO with all of the VW fun, practicality and durability... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David006 Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 not depressing at all...lol If I was back in Oz would be working..that is depressing... Probably be driving some urban tractor Landcruiser or Landrover..have to keep up appearances don't ya know... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richard_smith237 Posted February 29, 2012 Share Posted February 29, 2012 Pretty much as Pdaz - After being starved in Thailand I'd be like a kid in sweetie shop in the UK and wouldn't be satisfied with just one car... Which means I would have to resort back to an old thread with asked which 3 cars could we choose... But, Just one car... Gosh thats difficult, especially when considering in fuel and insurance costs... Range Rover Vogue - costs lots to run. Aston, Lambo, Ferarri F430 etc costs lots to insure, Classic Porsche 356 costs lots to upkeep, is a nice option, but I'd like modern safety. Realistically: Range Rover Evoque SD4 (the 4 door diesel one). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kwonitoy Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 If I still lived in Canada I'd have a Ford SVT Raptor pickup for winter and everyday driving and a ZR1 Corvette (if I could get one) or a Z06 Corvette for fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I already have the best car on the market, and I woudl hope to have the same in the US, a company car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I think I’d buy the MB SLK Roadster for my wife, not because I think it’s a good car, but it’s only $50K and she would cream looking at it and be calling and sending pictures to all her friends. I could get my money’s worth without even leaving the house! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mogandave Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 If I still lived in Canada I'd have a Ford SVT Raptor pickup for winter and everyday driving and a ZR1 Corvette (if I could get one) or a Z06 Corvette for fun. Hard to go wrong with a 'Vette, you can drive them forever and they stay in style. Also pretty economical except for insurance. Only bummer is getting in and out... The new Camaro ZL1 is worth a look at $54K as wellas w Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chantra Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 (edited) Previous car (in Hong Kong) was a Porsche Boxster S. Would still be driving it were it not for the move to Samui. Currently renting (long-term) a Suzuki Caribean. Think I prefer the Suzy... Edited for spelling Edited March 1, 2012 by Chantra Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steveromagnino Posted March 1, 2012 Share Posted March 1, 2012 I have pretty cheap tastes. BMW M 1 series JCW Mini Cooper S VW Golf R or ABT or APR fully worked one Audi RS3 Plus a classic cheap hot hatch Daihatsu Charade GTti If I had the cash, probably get a car for the sunday drive as well Maserati Gran Turismo Lotus Exige And lastly one for the work stuff when I need to move things around Some sort of pick up All up not much money at all..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackArtemis Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 (edited) Right now I am putting the emissions hardware back on my 2002 Mustang GT so I can sell her before returning to Thailand next month. Is she the best pony car around? No, The Fastest? No But I will miss her. She's been sitting for too long, gotta bring her back to life and make her shine. Maybe if the move is permanent a 1st get celica liftback with a 1uzfe will take away the pain. And if I move back to the US, I will pick up a 2013 Mustang GT. So it's not ALL bad. Edited March 2, 2012 by BlackArtemis Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackpoolbob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 My Lada Riva with the 75BHP engine, slick ride & chick magnet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WarpSpeed Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 My Lada Riva with the 75BHP engine, slick ride & chick magnet Either a comedian in disguise or have very low standards.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
farangme Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 BMW M5 would be first choice, but a fully loaded 528i would do. 528 has more than enough power for our speed limits. Posted with Thaivisa App http://apps.thaivisa.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dominique355 Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Lucky enough I have a dream car here in Thailand: AUDI S5 Sportback, with ABT Tuning to 420 HP. But I am just back from a week in cold Switzerland. So many great cars on the road there, all of which would be horribly expensive here. So what would I want to drive in Switzerland? Must have a lot of HP, and I mean a lot! (only more than enough is enough) and obviously 4-wheel drive (there is snow on the roads in Switzerland). That narrows it down to a few. How about a Ferrari FF? OK, too show-off. Well, a Benz CLS 63 AMG with 4-wheel drive, but does that exist? How about another AUDI ? Perhaps the RS5 or the S7 with this new engine they also put in the Bentley Continental? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
somtampet Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I would never buy a new car here,as i could kill a thai if he smashed my car then said solly no insurlance.. In the uk its was any car valued at 25,000gbp or lower,and one of the nicest drives for me was the Vauxhall Omega automatic. In Thailand i bought a 3 year old Hyundai,the first second hand car since i was 19,kept it for 7 years and gave it away almost for 50,000 baht to a friend.Now i find i dont need a car but will renew my thai 5 year license just in case.If i need one i rent now, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MoonRiverOasis Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Lucky enough I have a dream car here in Thailand: AUDI S5 Sportback, with ABT Tuning to 420 HP. But I am just back from a week in cold Switzerland. So many great cars on the road there, all of which would be horribly expensive here. So what would I want to drive in Switzerland? Must have a lot of HP, and I mean a lot! (only more than enough is enough) and obviously 4-wheel drive (there is snow on the roads in Switzerland). That narrows it down to a few. How about a Ferrari FF? OK, too show-off. Well, a Benz CLS 63 AMG with 4-wheel drive, but does that exist? How about another AUDI ? Perhaps the RS5 or the S7 with this new engine they also put in the Bentley Continental? Why not just a Bentley Continental? IMHO it's a great all-rounder... With Western prices, Western roads and Western traffic, I'd probably already have one.. RS5's are not that expensive in TH though - gray market ones can be had for around the 6M mark, but then again so can M3's, and so can much more practical cars (for TH) like the Cayenne - now there's a conundrum Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Presto Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I miss my saffron Volvo S70R automatic with 300 hp and sunroof ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kartman Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Mazda Carol 1st generation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sticklee Posted March 4, 2012 Share Posted March 4, 2012 The Lotus Elan I sold before coming here. 1969 S4, early version with Weber head. I probably would have finished the Europa Special restoration I was working on too so that would have been some fun to blast around in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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