Lapres_3

So, yet another complete noobie. I spent some time reading through the forums, feel free to point me to the “newbie corner” if you have one…

Basically I’m looking for something a bit quicker than my Dodge Neon. Notice that I didn’t say faster. I’m not interested in going fast. I just LOVE being pinned to the back of my seat on 0-60 runs… I started looking at “pocket rockets” but nothing really feels right. Those cars are fast, but turbo lag takes away that awesome feeling at low speeds.
Most of those cars are too flashy for me anyhow, with their big wings and body kits.
Yeah, someone can find exceptions to each of my complaints, but then I started looking outside my price range. Enter GTO.

I have some assumptions that I would like either confirm or dismissed.

1.) A 6.0 Liter engine putting out 400hp will not be as stressed over its lifetime as a 2.4 liter putting out 260hp.
2.) This car basically has a detuned corvette engine and drive-train.
3.) This car can get 27-28mpg if not romped on.
4.) This car really doesn’t look fast. (sorry, being subjective)
5.) The engine …may… be able to run regular.

On the other hand, what do you think, after owning one for 1-2 years? Are you giving up a lease? Do you have plans on selling it in 4-5 years? IF so, what are you getting? And why?

What issues make this car difficult to live with?

Just as some background, I’m 23. Have an engineering job with no kids / wife. Expenditures = ~0. But being an engineer makes me too piratical to be fun. I’m a car guy, I love driving. But I’m not a hot-head. No, I don’t need all the power this car has, but if I could describe every dream I have ever had in one word it would be…. Overkill.


Peace.


Edit, Oh yeah, i drive stick (PERIOD)