change of car 'for a friend' - HELP

Actor · 07-28-2016, 07:18 AM

Eagle Speedster.....

Actor · 07-28-2016, 07:19 AM

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M5essex · 07-28-2016, 07:44 AM

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Eagle Speedster.....

interesting choice

beautiful but at £500k, a bit off budget

Actor · 07-28-2016, 11:22 AM

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interesting choice

beautiful but at £500k, a bit off budget

Other options:

BMW i8

F-type (supercharged)

Really left-field:

Ariel Atom 3.5

dhirm5 · 07-31-2016, 04:11 PM

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I just got a 16 Turbo S for over 30k off sticker. Yes its not a 17 but its tunable from mile one (I actually modded it at 79 miles) and am not looking back. Catless exhaust and a tune gets me a low 13x mph trapper and 10.xx second car that shoots flames LOL.

Curious - what tune/exhaust did you go with?

I'm seriously considering a 15 TTS; found one with the right mix of options and ridic low mileage which I'm close to pulling the trigger on.

M5essex · 08-01-2016, 06:59 PM

Nearly new fully loaded 650s spider with £40k off list is looking favourite.... Someone tell me I'm nuts and I should keep the Porsche or get the new TTS...?!?

: will I get clobbered financially more on this than I would on a new TTS bearing in mind the 650s replacement is just round the corner...?

I'm going to see the 650s this week and fear the numbers will work out and I do a deal and trade in the Porsche on an impulse...

Vic55 · 08-01-2016, 10:40 PM

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Curious - what tune/exhaust did you go with?

I'm seriously considering a 15 TTS; found one with the right mix of options and ridic low mileage which I'm close to pulling the trigger on.

I went with ByDesign (retailer) and the Kline Catless along with Cobb AP for the tune.. generally the best numbers have come from Cobb and catless exhaust. I chose Kline because I liked the note.

wujekwaldus · 08-02-2016, 01:44 AM

If this is not DD car I would pick 650S.
Lambo is getting more and more common,
Porsche is... just a porsche more common than skoda in europe.
McLaren is the most exotic here (and the best perfromance)

But,
If this should be DD car - 991.2 TS would be my choice:
- best balance between performance and comfort, AWD best for daily use etc.

Wish i had the same dilemma

ColdList · 08-02-2016, 05:47 PM

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Zero issues with the Lambo but then again, I drive it sparingly. I only know of ColdList who has owned both and is here. He will tell you the that 650 is the better performer from a roll but the Lambo has its benefits (definitely in the sound department and launching).

I would pass on the Murci, its all show but it carries that archaic single clutch tranny and is way too wild.

Easy choice 650S over Huracan for pure speed/control. Huracan for sound but that was it for me. Huracan is built better than McLaren. Always some small issues with every one I had. 12C had no issues because I traded it right away for a 650S Spider that had so many issues that McLaren replaced it with another. Mostly minor stuff but even had them with my 675LT.

Just got a new 2017 TTS Cab. Freaking amazing. I always end up back in a Porsche. Throw on a Tubi exhaust and you're done.

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Screw the Murci. Asking for trouble. Old news.

M5essex · 08-04-2016, 08:57 AM

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Easy choice 650S over Huracan for pure speed/control. Huracan for sound but that was it for me. Huracan is built better than McLaren. Always some small issues with every one I had. 12C had no issues because I traded it right away for a 650S Spider that had so many issues that McLaren replaced it with another. Mostly minor stuff but even had them with my 675LT.

Just got a new 2017 TTS Cab. Freaking amazing. I always end up back in a Porsche. Throw on a Tubi exhaust and you're done.

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Screw the Murci. Asking for trouble. Old news.

Hi ColdList,

thanks for your input. looking very much like it will be a 2016 650s spider with only 500 miles on the clock.

what type of issues did you have with your 650s? i've heard a few complain about the 675 being in the workshop more than the road and a few teething problems with the 12C, but curious what to be aware of with the 650s.

thanks

ColdList · 08-04-2016, 01:12 PM

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Hi ColdList,

thanks for your input. looking very much like it will be a 2016 650s spider with only 500 miles on the clock.

what type of issues did you have with your 650s? i've heard a few complain about the 675 being in the workshop more than the road and a few teething problems with the 12C, but curious what to be aware of with the 650s.

thanks

Lots of stuff. Coolant leaks (twice). My buddy just had this happen to him as well (as did many others). Electrical things. Common issue is the lighting fading on the air conditioning controls on the doors. Doors not closing well. Airbrake getting stuck in the fully upward position. LOADS of issues with the IRIS., etc.

I had less issues with my 675LT.

M5essex · 08-04-2016, 06:05 PM

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Hi ColdList,

thanks for your input. looking very much like it will be a 2016 650s spider with only 500 miles on the clock.

what type of issues did you have with your 650s? i've heard a few complain about the 675 being in the workshop more than the road and a few teething problems with the 12C, but curious what to be aware of with the 650s.

thanks

Lots of stuff. Coolant leaks (twice). My buddy just had this happen to him as well (as did many others). Electrical things. Common issue is the lighting fading on the air conditioning controls on the doors. Doors not closing well. Airbrake getting stuck in the fully upward position. LOADS of issues with the IRIS., etc.

I had less issues with my 675LT.

Oh shit.. Not much then!! Were mclaren good with sorting the issues out quickly and painlessly?

Are new 2016 models still prone to these problems or did they not improve them or update software to prevent them?

So you got a brand new 650s after all the issues couldn't be fixed ?

ColdList · 08-04-2016, 07:40 PM

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Oh shit.. Not much then!! Were mclaren good with sorting the issues out quickly and painlessly?

Are new 2016 models still prone to these problems or did they not improve them or update software to prevent them?

So you got a brand new 650s after all the issues couldn't be fixed ?

McLaren is McLaren. Fun to drive. Not greatest build quality. Same stuff different year-lol! Truly enjoying the Ferrari experience.

M5essex · 08-09-2016, 04:10 PM

Here she is

M5essex · 08-09-2016, 04:10 PM

Gorgeous interior.. Pick it up Friday

M5essex · 08-09-2016, 04:14 PM

The sound and drive is intoxicating. But I will be sad to see the TTS go...

M5essex · 08-09-2016, 04:15 PM

I hope I won't regret the swap too much as I'm financed to the max and locked it for some time....

thebishman · 08-10-2016, 10:12 AM

Beautiful car!!!

Db750 · 08-10-2016, 11:46 AM

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Here she is

Wow man she is an absolute beauty! Best choice by far Imo. Congrats on taking the next step up the "exotic car ladder"! Actually you may have skipped a few steps on this one - that Mac is just crazy!!

M5essex · 08-10-2016, 11:57 AM

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Here she is

Wow man she is an absolute beauty! Best choice by far Imo. Congrats on taking the next step up the "exotic car ladder"! Actually you may have skipped a few steps on this one - that Mac is just crazy!!

Cheers mate.. I am well chuffed and excited to own a British super car

M5essex · 08-13-2016, 01:48 AM

She's home...

here's collection yesterday and my Porsches last drive

M5essex · 08-13-2016, 01:52 AM

Excuse phone shots.

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08-01-2016, 06:59 PM	#28
M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	Nearly new fully loaded 650s spider with £40k off list is looking favourite.... Someone tell me I'm nuts and I should keep the Porsche or get the new TTS...?!?: will I get clobbered financially more on this than I would on a new TTS bearing in mind the 650s replacement is just round the corner...? I'm going to see the 650s this week and fear the numbers will work out and I do a deal and trade in the Porsche on an impulse... __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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wujekwaldus Private First Class 118 Rep 126 Posts Drives: 458,Huracan Spyder,G500 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Warsaw iTrader: (0)	If this is not DD car I would pick 650S. Lambo is getting more and more common, Porsche is... just a porsche more common than skoda in europe. McLaren is the most exotic here (and the best perfromance) But, If this should be DD car - 991.2 TS would be my choice: - best balance between performance and comfort, AWD best for daily use etc. Wish i had the same dilemma
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M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	Here she is Attached Images __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	Gorgeous interior.. Pick it up Friday Attached Images __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	The sound and drive is intoxicating. But I will be sad to see the TTS go... Attached Images __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	I hope I won't regret the swap too much as I'm financed to the max and locked it for some time.... __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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08-13-2016, 01:48 AM	#43
M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	Bye Porsche Hi McLaren She's home... here's collection yesterday and my Porsches last drive Attached Images __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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M5essex Lieutenant Colonel 642 Rep 1,700 Posts Drives: RR sport SVR, Vent S, 650s spi Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Essex UK iTrader: (0)	Excuse phone shots. Attached Images __________________ Current - 2016 McLaren 650s Spider, Aurora Blue Current - 2016 Range Rover Sport SVR- Black Current- 2018 Aventador S. Nereid blue Gone - 2016 F80 CP, 2015 991 Turbo S, 2016 LCI M135i. 2015 F10 CP M5. 2015 X5, 2012 E92 CP M3. 2009 E92 335i
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