What do you buy after the NSX?...

[donnac]

As some may see from the classifieds im currently advertising my NSX for sale, ive had it for about 18 months now and although i love it i feel it may be time for a change...only at the right price though as i have already knocked back some offers, i just dont want to give her away then regret it if i think the next car is really not all its cracked up to be

Ive been attending trackdays as a spectator with Caterhams and quite fancy an early Caterham 7 as a first track car.

Has anyone owned one before or after the NSX ? the thing the concerns me is the weather up here as i might not get the use of it as much as i would hope and also the NSX is such a great all rounder whereas the 7 is not really a road car (to me anyway).

Ive been surprised at the interest in the NSX so far, more than i anticipated tbh but im also worried if i do sell it then i may live to regret it, is the grass really greener on the otherside?

I just wondered if anyone could give me an idea of what cars they bought when they sold their NSX and if they regret it now? Not really talking about going up in price as its my weekend car but something of similar or lesser value.

I had the NSX out the other day and really fell in love with her again...

[Senninha]

I had the NSX out the other day and really fell in love with her again...

I think you've just answered your own question.

I'm not surprised you've had a lot of interest and was shocked when you put the NSX up for sale. You've invested a lot of time and TLC and yet hardly had time to enjoy it all.

If it were me, I'd ensure I had track cover and go do a few track days in the NSX.

If I were changing cars it would have to be for a very different type of car as I dont, for similar money, think you will get the same ownership benefits as the NSX offers.

Something for you to think about over your hot chocolate

regards, Paul

[donnac]

I think you've just answered your own question.

I'm not surprised you've had a lot of interest and was shocked when you put the NSX up for sale. You've invested a lot of time and TLC and yet hardly had time to enjoy it all.

If it were me, I'd ensure I had track cover and go do a few track days in the NSX.

If I were changing cars it would have to be for a very different type of car as I dont, for similar money, think you will get the same ownership benefits as the NSX offers.

Something for you to think about over your hot chocolate

regards, Paul

Hi Paul,

Thanks for the reply, i know it probably seems madness but it really wouldnt like to track the NSX, ive spent too much time and energy getting her just right i couldnt ever track her, if im going on the track i want a cheaper more track orientated car which i dont feel so protective of...thats why the Caterham was mentioned.

There is nothing concrete as yet on the buyer front and as i mentioned it will only be at a price im happy with otherwise id rather keep her safely tucked up in the garage, only to be enjoyed on nice days,

Im currently trying to convince Donna to sell her Lotus and buy a Caterham so I can use it. Ha Ha

Who knows what the future holds...

I truely cant think of another car id rather have than the NSX which is worrying other than a track car.

[gumball]

The thing with selling cars for "a change", is this is often followed by regret.
She's a hard act to follow.

[simonprelude]

Unless you are adding ££'s to the money you get from the NSX then you will miss it.

[DamianW]

Why not rent a Caterham for trackdays? They're great to drive - far better on track than a standard NSX I'm afraid to say - but I'm not so convinced by the ownership proposition.

[NoelWatson]

I'm keeping the NSX and getting a Caterham

[craigdonnelly]

Don't sell the NSX!!! I sold mine about a year ago and I still haven't bought a car to replace it. I have just been using my parents, sisters and girlfriends car.

I had to sell my NSX but I wish I still had it everyday. I can not think of another car for for under £40k that has the same pedigree, place in motoring history, reliability and gear change!

I am not in a place to buy an expensive car just now but I have come to the conclusion i will just wait and buy another NSX. If I had to buy another car I would consider a black 996 GT3 and Porsche has one just now of £43k...

but I wouldn't and just wait for another NSX.

Listen to another wise Scotsman and take test drives in other cars you fancy and compare them to your NSX and I suspect they won't come close have the same special feel. I used to love driving mine even in heavy traffic knowing when I saw a F355, F360, F430 or any 911 that they wouldn't be as good if it wasn't for the NSX and neither would the Mclaren F1.

[NSX 2000]

I'm keeping the NSX and getting a Caterham

You do know that you will have to let me have a go

[Senninha]

I'm getting a Caterham

Best car in the world for hands free doughnuts! As taught by Justin Wilson ... loads of fun