Struggling with a keep it or sell it decision...
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I have a '92, thus, no passenger side airbag. I also have a forward facing seat as our daughter is 17 months, your little guy will need a backward facing seat for his first year, but it's not relevant if you can't turn off that airbag...
Anyway, tell me about your thoughts on the NSX vis a vis the 911.
Anyway, tell me about your thoughts on the NSX vis a vis the 911.
before this turns into a NSX compared to the 911 thread, I think that you have answered your own question you love the NSX and want to keep it also you don't wish to part with the "NEW" minivan, only option is to change the caddy for an auto something instead of comparing losing the caddy for something else compare losing the NSX to keep the caddy, then the choice is easy:biggrin:
Your decision is yours alone.I can only agree with you that once you go from two to three or more the nsx sits more often.If you can't justify having that equity sitting idle,then sell.If you have more of an emotional atatchment to your car then keep it.Of course there arent too many midengine exotic sports cars that will haul 3 or 4.Now win the power ball and it is Mclaren f1 time!
*I think you are asking for too much and something has to give. You want to keep the cady and the minivan, you are considering selling the NSX so your wife can drive something other than the minivan, yet you want this same car to be something to take to the track?!! 
so you are looking at automatic 911's and Maserati coupes...
An automatic does not make a good track car. You have to give something up.
What I don't know here, is what does your WIFE want? is she not happy with the minivan? do you really need a minivan? or do you like its space... sounds like you like cars and want to own one of each type to me.
If there is one reason to keep the NSX, its that the car now has zero depreciation. What other car has that... why would you want to sell that and get into a Maserati... I like those, but its money pit.
so you are looking at automatic 911's and Maserati coupes... An automatic does not make a good track car. You have to give something up.
What I don't know here, is what does your WIFE want? is she not happy with the minivan? do you really need a minivan? or do you like its space... sounds like you like cars and want to own one of each type to me.
If there is one reason to keep the NSX, its that the car now has zero depreciation. What other car has that... why would you want to sell that and get into a Maserati... I like those, but its money pit.
Turbo, your question of what does my wife want is a great one. She's fine with the status quo. This has nothing to do with her and more to do with my heartburn over having two cool cars while she has nothing she can sport around in. In any event, I hear you that the Maserati isn't a good choice and the 911 seems like it'd be a let down in some ways (esp. when I look at in the garage and see it) 
Thanks everyone for your input.
Thanks everyone for your input.
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The 01 996 to the 97 NSX won't be a bad move. However, my 91 NSX won't keep up with my 02 996.
It is interesting to park the 996 and the NSX side by side. People will spend more time looking at the NSX.
Back on track to the origin of the post. Moving from the NSX to a tip 996 will be a bandaid. If you need extra room for the childs other needs you may run out of space. You mentioned an M5 as a choice so you might want to look at an M3 as well. SMG M3's seem to be dropping in price.
Agreed. Trading the CTS-V seems to solve those problems.
P.S. -- Only get the Maserati if you really love making donations to your dealer. I spoke to someone who traded in a Maserati on a Ferrari 360 because the Ferrari was 'reliable' compared to the Maserati.
I was thinking the same thing. Even if someone does not want to drive it every day, it is good to at least know how for emergency situations.
This is Jen, Carl's girlfriend. I've been reading over these posts and thought you might want a girl's perspective.
IF YOU HAVE 3 CARS AND YOUR WIFE CAN'T DRIVE 2 OF THEM, THE PROBLEM IS THE WOMAN, NOT THE CARS!!!
Seriously, if something goes wrong with the minivan she's going to need another car anyway, so have her rent one. No need to give up your car that you love. And really, how many times has it happened that she has had an emergency and couldn't drive? If your minivan is that unrealiable, trade it in.
IF YOU HAVE 3 CARS AND YOUR WIFE CAN'T DRIVE 2 OF THEM, THE PROBLEM IS THE WOMAN, NOT THE CARS!!!
Seriously, if something goes wrong with the minivan she's going to need another car anyway, so have her rent one. No need to give up your car that you love. And really, how many times has it happened that she has had an emergency and couldn't drive? If your minivan is that unrealiable, trade it in.
If you are struggling sell it; then 3 months later you will be struggling not to hate yourself for doing so.
That struggle will end you up in therapy.
Therapy will cost you twice as much as buying your wife a car that satisfies her driving needs; which have NOT yet been defined.
She may have the car that satisfies all her driving needs in the Minivan.:biggrin:
The NSX represents a basic regression in service of the ego; a health state of equilibrium is thus maintained and will allow you to live a "near" normal life.
This compared to a life without the NSX; which is punctuated by going to weekly therapy sessions with your stability maintained by liberal doses of Lithium.
GOOD LUCK:biggrin:
That struggle will end you up in therapy.
Therapy will cost you twice as much as buying your wife a car that satisfies her driving needs; which have NOT yet been defined.
She may have the car that satisfies all her driving needs in the Minivan.:biggrin:
The NSX represents a basic regression in service of the ego; a health state of equilibrium is thus maintained and will allow you to live a "near" normal life.
This compared to a life without the NSX; which is punctuated by going to weekly therapy sessions with your stability maintained by liberal doses of Lithium.
GOOD LUCK:biggrin:
People.... When did he say the minivan is unreliable (which elicited two posts)... he says the Caddy must stay and you guys say "trade in the caddy", he says the wife will not drive a stick and you guys say "teach her to drive stick"... he says no M5 and you guys say "look at the M3 too".
IS ANYONE READING GOTTSPD's POSTS?!!!
GOTTSPD, I must say... first of all I think that your wife must be a confident woman to be totally fine with the minivan and not need something to appear "cool" with.
So really, the problem is not hers, its really more yours. You are upset of having an NSX that sits there a lot.
To me its simple. The minivan is her car... and she is fine with it. The Caddy is your daily driver, and you are fine with that.
As far as the baby, the baby is fine in either car, when you take the van either parent can drive, when you take the caddy you have to drive.
You see, there really is no problem here, but the one you are creating in your head. That is, here is an NSX that sits a lot. So the question is... should you do something about that? If you want to go to the track, the answer is a definite NO. If this is going to be a third car, which it is, what better car to have than a reliable, low maintenance, zero depreciation, sexy looking NSX.
No, your wife can't drive it. She doesn't seem to care. All three of you can't take it on a trip... you have two other cars that do that. The baby seat doesn't allow work lunches... so what... its your third car.. the track car... the toy. Something has to give with it being that.
So really the answer to me, is to do nothing. Not unless your wife has come to you and said "honey I want a more fun car". The minivan is certainly a safe car. An excellent choice for a mom that cares about her baby. She didn't come to you like many other women that need to feel cool and ask for an unsafe gas guzzling SUV instead. She is comfortable with who she is.
You are lucky to have her, a cute baby, and an NSX. Really if you are getting bored with the car, I suggest you sign up and start going to the track rather than spending your energy on finding a different car.
IS ANYONE READING GOTTSPD's POSTS?!!!
GOTTSPD, I must say... first of all I think that your wife must be a confident woman to be totally fine with the minivan and not need something to appear "cool" with.
So really, the problem is not hers, its really more yours. You are upset of having an NSX that sits there a lot.
To me its simple. The minivan is her car... and she is fine with it. The Caddy is your daily driver, and you are fine with that.
As far as the baby, the baby is fine in either car, when you take the van either parent can drive, when you take the caddy you have to drive.
You see, there really is no problem here, but the one you are creating in your head. That is, here is an NSX that sits a lot. So the question is... should you do something about that? If you want to go to the track, the answer is a definite NO. If this is going to be a third car, which it is, what better car to have than a reliable, low maintenance, zero depreciation, sexy looking NSX.
No, your wife can't drive it. She doesn't seem to care. All three of you can't take it on a trip... you have two other cars that do that. The baby seat doesn't allow work lunches... so what... its your third car.. the track car... the toy. Something has to give with it being that.
So really the answer to me, is to do nothing. Not unless your wife has come to you and said "honey I want a more fun car". The minivan is certainly a safe car. An excellent choice for a mom that cares about her baby. She didn't come to you like many other women that need to feel cool and ask for an unsafe gas guzzling SUV instead. She is comfortable with who she is.
You are lucky to have her, a cute baby, and an NSX. Really if you are getting bored with the car, I suggest you sign up and start going to the track rather than spending your energy on finding a different car.
NICE analysis of the situation Turbo. :biggrin:
Looks like therapy is over; now listen to "Doctor" :wink:
and all live happily ever after.
You've nailed it Turbo. It's my "mishegas."
I am going to keep it. Yeah, my wife is awesome! She's perfectly ok with the minivan and has NEVER suggested that we change up the cars. We'll get her another cool car at somepoint in the future.
Yesterday, my daughter and I went to lunch and I had a great time driving her around. We stopped and looked at a couple of Porsches and I was underwhelmed (she was also less than enthusiastic about the Porsches (of course, she's only 17 months, she's not entirely into cars yet)). The Porsche has virtually no "eye-candy" appeal. I think the answer is that I'm going to try to drive the NSX more!
Hi Gottspd! Glad to hear you are keeping the NSX. The 911 is very common and appearance wise is not even close IMO (I have one for another week or so). I am buying an NSX since I always loved them, rare and one of the best looking cars ever made - like the 355 Ferrari - both timeless body lines!
If you get a chance could you post a pic of the child seat in the NSX? I am having my first in a month's time and hope to drive him in the car when he is a bit older. I realize that I need to disable the airbag and have found a company that can do it http://www.airbagonoff.com
I was planning on keeping the Porsche and already bought a car seat for it however I came across a great car and she is on her way! If I need to go somewhere with the family we'll take the 4 door Mercedes!
Thanks, D
If you get a chance could you post a pic of the child seat in the NSX? I am having my first in a month's time and hope to drive him in the car when he is a bit older. I realize that I need to disable the airbag and have found a company that can do it http://www.airbagonoff.com
I was planning on keeping the Porsche and already bought a car seat for it however I came across a great car and she is on her way! If I need to go somewhere with the family we'll take the 4 door Mercedes!
Thanks, D
Keep the NSX and learn her to drive stick (might be a option)
I would keep the NSX Or get a F-Matic NSX
I would keep the NSX Or get a F-Matic NSX
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Keep the NSX and the unreliable minivan. Teach the wife to drive standard trans. Sell the Cadillac and buy a M5.
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Well if you won't dump the Caddy, and she won't budge on the driving stick thing - sounds like your NSX is going to get caught in the crossfire.
It's a shame. There is no way I'd sell my dreamcar (assuming the NSX is such) because my wife was too stubborn to learn how to drive a car instead of pressing the big GO pedal and turning. That's from a single guy though.
Good Luck. Personally I'd dump the Caddy and find a similarly powered 4 door with auto or paddles. An AMG Mercedes sounds like what I'd buy.
It's a shame. There is no way I'd sell my dreamcar (assuming the NSX is such) because my wife was too stubborn to learn how to drive a car instead of pressing the big GO pedal and turning. That's from a single guy though.
Good Luck. Personally I'd dump the Caddy and find a similarly powered 4 door with auto or paddles. An AMG Mercedes sounds like what I'd buy.
The easy thing to do is just buy her another car.
I bought my wife an M3 convertible, which she loves. We can cruise in it, take both kids etc etc. And yes we have tracked it.
Yes, I know probably not the answer you are looking for, but I understand the issues you have, and its easier to justiy buying a 4th car then it will be to justify to yourself why you sold the NSX, a few months after.
just my $.02
Hope to see you in the spring. ( IN the NSX):smile:
I bought my wife an M3 convertible, which she loves. We can cruise in it, take both kids etc etc. And yes we have tracked it.
Yes, I know probably not the answer you are looking for, but I understand the issues you have, and its easier to justiy buying a 4th car then it will be to justify to yourself why you sold the NSX, a few months after.
just my $.02
Hope to see you in the spring. ( IN the NSX):smile:
Dunno if u did some research but masers are high maintainence...it is a ferrari underneth after all. parts are still stupid expensive. new maser coupe is due out later this year and the old one will drop even more so its actually cheaper to buy two coupes and just use one for parts
911 are good if 02+. porsches do nuttin for me, u see them all over the place.
911 are good if 02+. porsches do nuttin for me, u see them all over the place.
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