Is a 2 seater realistic?

[amdhunter]

I can't seem to make up my mind about what I want to purchase. I saw a Black Audi Prestige on the streets last night, and it looked fraking gorgeous. Holy crap, I think it looks like a midget R8, and thats honestly a compliment.

I just wonder about purchasing a 2 seater as a primary car. I don't have a girlfriend (and probably won't ever get one) so I don't see any family in my future...and 90% of my driving is done by myself alone.

I do have friends that have cars, so if I never need to hang out, they are always there. I don't know if this will last forever, as we all have been moving on lately.

Anyone has/had a 2 seater? Are you disappointed? Does the "feel" ever wear out?

 

[exar333]

I use my Z as my daily driver, and it works great. Both my GF and I fit comfortably, and it has enough room to put in groceries, etc. if need be.

You can always get a cheap 2nd car later if you need to (I picked up an older Prelude) to run around in and/or carry more people if need be.

 

[amdhunter]

Originally posted by: ExarKun333
I use my Z as my daily driver, and it works great. Both my GF and I fit comfortably, and it has enough room to put in groceries, etc. if need be.

You can always get a cheap 2nd car later if you need to (I picked up an older Prelude) to run around in and/or carry more people if need be.

I also considered a Z, but I hate the way the interior looked. It was so Japanesy. I am sure the Z would dog the Audi in a race though.

 

[Merithynos]

I have a BMW Z4 as my daily driver - unless you're doing home improvement projects, what do you need a ton of space for (as a single guy)? I worried about the space issue myself initially, but other than the rare occasion when I need something over-sized (i.e. and ironing board will not fit in my car) I've never really had a problem.

 

[DivideBYZero]

I think two seaters are underrated in most cases. Sure you can't haul stuff, but if you need to do that, hire a truck/van or pay for delivery. I'm not going to drive a plumbers Van for a year for the one time I may need to buy some pipes! If you need to tow, need to dump trash, need it for work, like the style, then a pickup or similar suits, but in this case, go for your gut instinct. Anyhow, chicks love two seaters, even though you stated you don't like chicks.

 

[TehMac]

I have driven an M Coupe (2008) and yea it's a bit dodgey when it comes to 3 people who want to drive, but the car itself is tremendous fun, and the trunk is surprisingly big.

 

[BassBomb]

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
I think two seaters are underrated in most cases. Sure you can't haul stuff, but if you need to do that, hire a truck/van or pay for delivery. I'm not going to drive a plumbers Van for a year for the one time I may need to buy some pipes! If you need to tow, need to dump trash, need it for work, like the style, then a pickup or similar suits, but in this case, go for your gut instinct. Anyhow, chicks love two seaters, even though you stated you don't like chicks.

LOL!

I could live with a coupe myself, the only thing I need truck space for is occasionally my bike. But I am a sedan guy

 

[MiataNC]

I have lived with a "2-seater" for years. (Miatas, standard cab pickups, and motorcycles)

1. If you are out with friends you never get stuck hauling anyone but yourself +1
2. If you need to haul something you can always find/rent something

Present GF (future wife) has an 8 year old, so I traded in my last Miata for an RX-8 (seats 4). Not because I needed to, but because I can't stand driving her '07 Cobalt after owning/driving nothing but sports cars and bikes for years. My decision was driven (no pun intended) by ego not necessity.

 

[amdhunter]

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
I think two seaters are underrated in most cases. Sure you can't haul stuff, but if you need to do that, hire a truck/van or pay for delivery. I'm not going to drive a plumbers Van for a year for the one time I may need to buy some pipes! If you need to tow, need to dump trash, need it for work, like the style, then a pickup or similar suits, but in this case, go for your gut instinct. Anyhow, chicks love two seaters, even though you stated you don't like chicks.

I like them fine, but since 2001, I haven't even held a conversation with one -- they just instantly seem disinterested in me...

 

[amdhunter]

From what you guys said...I might go out and test drive one.

I am kinda wary since its the same (but 70HP more tweaked) engine that is in my Current Jetta. I wonder if 70HP would really make that much difference? Especially for $45k...

 

[overst33r]

Originally posted by: amdhunter
From what you guys said...I might go out and test drive one.

I am kinda wary since its the same (but 70HP more tweaked) engine that is in my Current Jetta. I wonder if 70HP would really make that much difference? Especially for $45k...

Tons of software/mods out there for the 2.0t that will make up that 70hp pretty easily. Completely different cars, but since you asked about power...

 

[exar333]

Originally posted by: amdhunter

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
I think two seaters are underrated in most cases. Sure you can't haul stuff, but if you need to do that, hire a truck/van or pay for delivery. I'm not going to drive a plumbers Van for a year for the one time I may need to buy some pipes! If you need to tow, need to dump trash, need it for work, like the style, then a pickup or similar suits, but in this case, go for your gut instinct. Anyhow, chicks love two seaters, even though you stated you don't like chicks.

I like them fine, but since 2001, I haven't even held a conversation with one -- they just instantly seem disinterested in me...

Maybe the Audi will help to change that?

 

[ayabe]

Originally posted by: ExarKun333

Originally posted by: amdhunter

Originally posted by: DivideBYZero
I think two seaters are underrated in most cases. Sure you can't haul stuff, but if you need to do that, hire a truck/van or pay for delivery. I'm not going to drive a plumbers Van for a year for the one time I may need to buy some pipes! If you need to tow, need to dump trash, need it for work, like the style, then a pickup or similar suits, but in this case, go for your gut instinct. Anyhow, chicks love two seaters, even though you stated you don't like chicks.

I like them fine, but since 2001, I haven't even held a conversation with one -- they just instantly seem disinterested in me...

Maybe the Audi will help to change that?

Just get an Audi, a fake tan, some highlights/hair gel, some large douchey sunglasses, a live strong bracelet, and perhaps a colored bandana around your wrist.

Put all this on your Facebook page...and they'll be beating down the door.

 

[Barfo]

Just make sure it isn't yellow.

 

[thescreensavers]

Just make sure its a convertible then your good

 

[Gand1]

My TT is my daily driver. My wife has the grocery getter though.

 

[thedarkwolf]

Been daily driving a miata now for 3 years and still love it. I also have a beater minivan but I use the miata for most of my grocery shopping and things.

 

[ballmode]

I have a miata and I love it even more now with a hard top on

 

[amdhunter]

Originally posted by: Barfo
Just make sure it isn't yellow.

I forget exactly what it is called, but there is a really dark grey color that Audi carries. I plan to get that. No more yellow for me...lol

 

[amdhunter]

Do you guys think the TT-S is a waste of money? I mean, a 2L engine, not even close to 300HP and 2 seats for over 45k?

That's 335 money, but I am not exactly a BMW [style-wise] fan...

 

[Gand1]

But the TT-S is more than just engine.. doesn't it have the other options for ride control and such? And you can't forget, the TT has a style all it's own.

 

[SnipeMasterJ13]

I drive my Z06 all the time and as far as I'm concerned it has an extra seat! I actually like using the two seater excuse for not having to be the driver for car pools.

That said, I do have an older Z71 pickup for winter duty, and a cheap used Cobalt for long trips. If it wasn't for snow I would have no issue driving a two seater all year round, though.

 

[DivideBYZero]

Originally posted by: amdhunter

Originally posted by: Barfo
Just make sure it isn't yellow.

I forget exactly what it is called, but there is a really dark grey color that Audi carries. I plan to get that. No more yellow for me...lol

Quitter.

 

[Fenixgoon]

Originally posted by: amdhunter
Do you guys think the TT-S is a waste of money? I mean, a 2L engine, not even close to 300HP and 2 seats for over 45k?

That's 335 money, but I am not exactly a BMW [style-wise] fan...

what about a C6 vette? f'in amazing all around.

 

[amdhunter]

Originally posted by: Fenixgoon

Originally posted by: amdhunter
Do you guys think the TT-S is a waste of money? I mean, a 2L engine, not even close to 300HP and 2 seats for over 45k?

That's 335 money, but I am not exactly a BMW [style-wise] fan...

what about a C6 vette? f'in amazing all around.

lol, I mentioned this before. For some odd reason, when I think Corvette, I think mid-50's bald fat guy. I am not 50.

I just can't see myself in one. It's too grownuppy.