After the hit and run I had to decide whether to take the time to fix my Peugeot 205 or find someone else more willing to do the work. I have three cars in mind, help me by voting in the next car I pick!
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@LaceyFilm4 жыл бұрын
The GTA is so much more interesting than the other options.
@Birtybasset17654 жыл бұрын
Agreed, there are tons of cars out there that are faster, more reliable, more practical, cheaper to run (Megane, Golf, Audi S3, etc) but they are all 10 a penny and dull as hell.
@terryturner41163 жыл бұрын
@@Birtybasset1765 in its day it stomped the R32 etc.
@ianchambers27314 жыл бұрын
“I don’t want to spend time fixing up this lovely 205.....shall I buy this shagged out Elise that’s been smashed to pieces that needs fixing up?” Does not make any sense to me
@sr2127873 жыл бұрын
It's because he needs content for the channel he said.
@StupidBlokeStupidVideos3 жыл бұрын
Some people like wasting time, money and effort on shagged out cars,.. I’m one of them 🤷♀️.
@danmackintosh63253 жыл бұрын
@@StupidBlokeStupidVideos I'll second that... Would have made for some interesting content but maybe for someone more like us than someone who keeps practicality in mind... If I'd found the channel in time I may have voted Elise out of bloody mindedness but in all honesty I think the Alfa was always the sensible choice & I'm sure it'll provide plenty of videos in and of itself, being a middle aged italian V6...
@StupidBlokeStupidVideos3 жыл бұрын
@@danmackintosh6325 it’s bound to be an interesting line up when an Alfa is the “sensible” choice though.
@danmackintosh63253 жыл бұрын
@@StupidBlokeStupidVideos A truer word never spoken. wish I had more videos of our "sensible choice" car, it's a multiplexed '03 1.1 pug 206 transplanted with a '94 Xantia TD engine, radiator/FMIC, GTi180 flywheel/clutch and GTi gearbox, on GTi coilovers/front brakes with standard drums at the back... Mind you, the Ph2 306 DT with Ph1 nose/tail and screwed 'til it gets foggy is pretty sound as a daily too lol
@colin-hanlon4 жыл бұрын
Personally I wouldn’t go with any of them. Stick with the 80’s retro theme. Renault 5 GT Turbo. XR2/3. Astra GTE etc.
@christineayres53394 жыл бұрын
i was originally thinking of 5 GT turbo but then remembered the Uno Turbo another great hot hatch
@warwickormand1693 жыл бұрын
GTA
@MRVWolfsburg3 жыл бұрын
Here is a man with sense
@isaacsrandomvideos6673 жыл бұрын
Colin Hanlon yeah
@mikegoldstone68323 жыл бұрын
I like the '80s hot hatch theme
@dewiwilliams97333 жыл бұрын
The Alfa GTA, she'd look at home next to the prancing horse in your scarlet stable!
@bigmorph4 жыл бұрын
I’d go Alfa. Best option to replace the 205 ima as a somewhat practical daily.
@jolark22594 жыл бұрын
Porsche Cayman S is the sensible choice and that’s where I would put my own money. BUT it’s your money 😂 Go for the Alfa 💪
@harryphillipsdev4 жыл бұрын
Cayman S - I've got a Gen 1 from 2007 and it's the best car I've ever driven, late 06 onwards don't have IMS issues. If you've got the budget for a Gen 2 you'll never see bore scoring.
@Vanderveenm4 жыл бұрын
I don’t much like Alfa’s, but the 147 GTA is just so beautiful and seems like a wonderful car to own.
@johnkeenan41844 жыл бұрын
The Alfa,. That Cayman as Porsches go would not be too interesting. A banged up ex track Lotus, that would be brave!
@gzloree4 жыл бұрын
My vote is without a doubt Alfa!
@matiswiet29903 жыл бұрын
10000000000%
@duckmcf4 жыл бұрын
You obviously have an interesting definition of, “daily driver”. Of the 3 you listed, I think the Alfa is the least worst... ;-)
@johno42844 жыл бұрын
I guess a lot of it depends on what 'daily driving' you do, I run a leggy 147 GTA as a daily and other than thirst and turning circle it's no worse than most other cars of a similar age for practicality. Where it beats everything else I've tried is every time you turn the key it puts a smile on your face!
@hondacrx49093 жыл бұрын
Noel F I am daily driving Alfa Romeo cars for a while now, never had any serious problems, only if a window switch wouldn’t work, that kind of problems come out, no head gasket problems or anything like it
@woodrow_mayes4 жыл бұрын
I am a broke student , an Alfa with the Busso V6 is one of my dream cars - lest insurance prices prohibit it. May I live vicariously through your GTA?
@autoavids4 жыл бұрын
GTA all the way, it's the perfect replacement. One hot hatch for another.
@KoenigF504 жыл бұрын
My mind says Cayman all day long, better in all imaginable ways, but my heart yells BUSSO!!! gotta be really ... :)
@tond20064 жыл бұрын
I kind of feel the same!
@ApothecaryTerry4 жыл бұрын
Totally agreed- Cayman is the "best" car of the 3 and I actually like the 3.4 flat 6 sound more than a busso (as a 981S driver I may be biased, but then that is also why I bought it...the gargle as it goes past 2.5k RPM is incredible). However, the Alfa is more interesting for KZfaq, little bit crazier. Also the busso sound definitely seems easier to pick up with a mic for some reason, the Cayman never sounds good in videos I think because they tune the sound to be good right where your ears are whereas the Alfa just sounds good from anywhere.
@JerryMotorsport4 жыл бұрын
Got to be the Alfa, every petrolhead needs to have had one at one time. Yes there will no doubt be issues with it but think of all that lovely channel content. Good luck
@danmackintosh63253 жыл бұрын
Indeed so, the best I've managed so far was a pre-blown 156 T-spark that i planned to chuck a used rod and some bearings in, botch the block hole together with JBweld and run till it spewed again... But then a Scorpio ultima estate happened so it got broken, but at least I owned an Alfa even if I only ever drove it on the end of a rope bringing it home haha
@jonasf12753 жыл бұрын
alfas are sheit
@danmackintosh63253 жыл бұрын
@@jonasf1275 Didn't know they were religious at all TBF, and if they were I'd have guessed Catholicism over Islam... Live n learn lol
@jsh5901-j3f4 жыл бұрын
The Alfa - great fun - and there interesting things you can do - starting with a new diff...
@cariusx4 жыл бұрын
Alfa Romeo 147
@Rhys4Kylie4 жыл бұрын
Has to be the Alfa! I had 1 for 9 years and was the perfect daily! Complimented my 205 GTi track car well!
@NickTsiatinis3 жыл бұрын
Former 2006 Cayman S owner here. Glorious, fun car and practical too with a giant frunk and decent sized trunk. And the howl from behind when you floor it... lovely stuff! I’ll throw in a wildcard option of Mini JCW though. Four(ish) seats, light, sporty handling, lovely sound and feels faster than it is...
@animalcol13 жыл бұрын
Alfa. You won't be disappointed. And you'll know the real meaning of torque steer 🤣
@timmywatkins17024 жыл бұрын
Alfa 147, seems everyone elae has said same, good luck.
@MrGradlet4 жыл бұрын
The GTA would get my clicks way quicker than the other 2 so GTA for me
@brokenworld14 жыл бұрын
I would also choose the GTA but I would say its the (best sounding) slowest out of the three!
@cornishrider4 жыл бұрын
Cayman, why have 2 temperamental Italians in your life! 🤣
@Iwillfindonesoon4 жыл бұрын
Alfissimo! I’ve seen a v nice GTV around recently .And the sound 😍 I think it could be the start of a modern Alfa classic revival if you ride this wave of popularity.
@franklin79624 жыл бұрын
how about a gtv cup. those are nice and interesting. and very rare 1/155 i think
@ajlanm4 жыл бұрын
The Alfa, of course! But I have owned four over the last 40 years so I might be a bit bias. :-)
@ewanturner43814 жыл бұрын
147 Alfa GTA. I know you like the Cayman but Alfa will make for more interesting content me thinks. I'm not an alfa man, but the GTA intrigues :)
@Number274 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ewan! So far the Alfa is out on front!
@90senjoyer224 жыл бұрын
@@Number27 I think you need to community tab it
@ConquerDriving4 жыл бұрын
Get the Elise - I've had a VX220 for the last 5 years and you can use them regularly - lots of small jobs you can do to improve them and make them more comfortable and easy to live with. It's not my only car but I do about 4-5000 miles a year in it and it takes enough luggage for me and my other half to go away somewhere at the weekend.
@Number274 жыл бұрын
VX220 is really cool!
@DA-pn4rz4 жыл бұрын
I would say Cayman, but in the interests of variety it has to be the Alfa
@willroberts47584 жыл бұрын
Loved Pépé and the music always made me smile. He’ll live again! Alfa GTA all the way with epic intro music please! Can’t wait! Bloody good channel!
@AlfaGTA1564 жыл бұрын
Alfa GTA. Not biased of course🤪
@craigcurtis62824 жыл бұрын
Alfa! Owned with the heart rather than the head, I loved my Alfasud ti - it rusted away mind.. che sera sera
@liamcinq4 жыл бұрын
Sorry to hear about the 205 going. That Cayman in that colour is stunning.
@geertterharmsel4 жыл бұрын
Clio Williams, the only logic option after a 205 GTI.
@odl214 жыл бұрын
Or any Renault RS
@alexwilliams26774 жыл бұрын
Was going to suggest a clio Williams
@nige13584 жыл бұрын
Sorry but best version of the Clio Is the 182.
@andrewradford13344 жыл бұрын
@@nige1358 182 Trophy!!
@nige13584 жыл бұрын
@@andrewradford1334 It's actually debatable that the trophy is the quickest. Yes it was made in limited numbers so it is now desirable but was it quickest version? I have previously owned a 182 cup and never seen any article about a trophy Vs a cup
@marianito8154 жыл бұрын
I would say GTA, since you have a mid engine car already.
@RetroMotiveAdventures3 жыл бұрын
I am glad pepe is going to a good home!!! Glad a true enthusiast is getting it.
@edmurth3 жыл бұрын
The most fun car I've ever owned, back when I was 19. These little things are pure joy to drive, still miss mine 25 years later.
@Number273 жыл бұрын
Yep!! Amazing little cars!!
@andrewtempleton24074 жыл бұрын
I think you’ve answered your own question when deliberating over the three possibilities! Alfa gets my vote, Elise close second, but the Fezza kind of covers the two seat mid engined role for now. Get that 3.2 Busso sound on the channel ASAP!! 👍
@sephil4 жыл бұрын
Overwhelming! Happy to join my voice, keep it Italian with the GTA!
@charlybilloir90484 жыл бұрын
Cayman 987S hands down. It’s my daily and I absolute love it even more 3 years after buying it. You can also improve it a lot with interesting parts. It’s also very practical for a sports car.
@JanaeNilssonPiano4 жыл бұрын
I love your channel after finding it earlier this year. I really liked the 205 :( Going forward, my vote would be the Alfa. I'd love to learn more about that one as a daily.
@matthewbell19684 жыл бұрын
Well at least Pepe is going to a good home and will see the road again. Personally I'd go for a Corrado vr6 storm but since its not an option I'd plump for the Alfa 👍
@MikeyBee14 жыл бұрын
It has to be the Busso! They're going to be unaffordable in the next few years, so financially it's a no brainer as they're only going up in value! Then there's the sound from that glorious busso engine putting its power down through that q2 diff... and if that's not enough, that 3 door shell still looks gorgeous 15/20 years on !
@pdtech45244 жыл бұрын
Poor Pepe!! 😥😔 My vote is No.2 the Alfa Romeo GTA
@marney17084 жыл бұрын
Those 147 GTAs are a work of art, it gets my vote
@shikoku144 жыл бұрын
As a former 147 owner (a selespeed no less, yeah that was relatively expensive to keep going over 4 years), get the Alfa, you won’t regret it, well your wallet will, but sod that!
@gsnc20114 жыл бұрын
Alfa 147 GTA, no doubt!!!
@JohnAdams-kc8wx4 жыл бұрын
Alfa GTA. Good luck scrolling through 1.9k comments!!
@itiejim4 жыл бұрын
It has to be the Elise - if you're not convinced about the ex race car then find another one. Iconic, legendary handling and a great car to tinker with.
@80sBaby9254 жыл бұрын
Judging by comments already looks like its going to be the alfa lol
@TairnKA4 жыл бұрын
That's great, I'm not bucking the trend towards the Alfa. ;-)
@Zsanky4 жыл бұрын
Alfa, would be interesting and should make a good daily
@paulwhite90404 жыл бұрын
Alfa. I've had that engine. It's amazing.
@kevinoakes11713 жыл бұрын
Gotta be the Alfa, I have a 159 sportwagon, I’m a mechanic and always shyed away from Alfa’s due to legendary electrical issues etc but, I have to say, it’s the best car I’ve ever owned. An Alfa is a partnership, not just a car to get you from a to b, as long as you look after it, it will give you the grin factor every time you drive it, and you can’t help but look at it as you walk away from it thinking, “ wow, that’s pretty “.
@gordonmcmillan47094 жыл бұрын
"less practical than the Ferarri". Is such a thing even possible?
@tuneskramer694 жыл бұрын
Yes English sportscars...
@cdsmith19904 жыл бұрын
@@tuneskramer69 Practical =/= Reliable
@sparky48784 жыл бұрын
Gordon McMillan have you ever tried getting in/out of an Elise with the roof on? Especially the Series 1, don’t so much climb in as try and fall and fold in at once. Getting out is another world of fun.
@gordonmcmillan47094 жыл бұрын
@@sparky4878 My days of such hilarity are long past me. These days the first thing I try on a car is the drivers door aperture to see if I can get in ... and out. Everything else is way down the list.
@tomblatch15944 жыл бұрын
My two favourite brands - Alfa and Lotus! Love the look of the beaten up ex-racing Elise - thats my vote.
@Birtybasset17654 жыл бұрын
147 GTA for me please. Having owned mine for nearly 6 years I can honestly say it that it is the most addictive, interesting, fast and practical car I've ever owned.
@EugVR63 жыл бұрын
My 205's still are in my blood and its been at least 10 years since I last owned one...you are right, you cant put into words how they feel. Elise's like head gaskits but get one with the K20 engine fitted or the R32 VR6 fitted. The GTA understeers for England and the suspension is made of chocolate. The Cayman is the one but buy very wisely....my accountant loves them for track work and day to day driving, he's had 3 of them.
@simonharding15724 жыл бұрын
As nice as the lotus is if thats an everyday car getting in and out will drive you mad !
@BlatentlyFakeName4 жыл бұрын
You do get used to it. The only real discomfort is the noise. But get one with some of the extra comforts installed and they arent to bad. I used an S2 daily for months, even through winter.
@kevinseven66334 жыл бұрын
Mister Nobody. But how tall are you?
@kevat3104 жыл бұрын
For the purpose of lots of future video content, when comparing the 3 choices, my vote is the Elise.
@dalechaplin4 жыл бұрын
Whilst my head says the Cayman would be a much better car in many ways, I think the fact that you've had probably better 911's and kind have done the Porche thing makes my heart win out and go for the V6 Alfa! Best of luck and keep us posted!
@AnthonyRosbottom3 жыл бұрын
A hard choice. Going to vote for the Lotus only because it's the car that will be transformed the most. Like the influenzo, the mystery of what surprises are in store getting it in good, road-worthy condition is more interesting to me than watching cars that are 'fine' when you've bought them.
@allensearle90014 жыл бұрын
147 GTA
@NaturallyAspirated4 жыл бұрын
We have a 147 GTA and 205 GTI on our channel and we love them both equally. You have to experience the Busso - that's for sure. Get a clean one, take car of it, and you will only see its value rise!
@ollyphillips30714 жыл бұрын
I LOVE MY 147 GTA!!!!
@tom11tom114 жыл бұрын
BUSSO!!
@matthewmasters4 жыл бұрын
I'd go with the Cayman, partly because that's what I actually did but also because it is an immensely practical car with huge boot space (two full sets of golf clubs in the back, trolly in the front and space left over) that feels a little bit special to drive without being actually exotic in any way. Those 19" wheels will make the ride a bit harsh though. Believe it or not, they actually go better on 17s.
@richardgordon6574 жыл бұрын
I owned a couple of Boxster 987 some years back; great handling cars. Would be really interesting to follow the challenges of owning an older Cayman. Second choice would definitely be the Alfa. Good luck whichever way it plays out. Thanks for the ongoing entertainment your videos provide.
@andyp67244 жыл бұрын
Definitely the Cayman! 👍
@samcourt62284 жыл бұрын
Alfa GTA for me. Should be able to have fun upgrading / improving it. I like the Cayman, but they’re too obvious (I know why, but hey ho).
@superdiscount1004 жыл бұрын
GTA. Elise is way too uncomfortable, you'll get chucked around like a gingerbread man in a biscuit tin.
@jayladoo14 жыл бұрын
It's time for a Renault 5 turbo,stick with 80's retro 😜
@bispal4 жыл бұрын
Jack the Elise is quite literally the best driving car ever made and my favourite. Don't get the track car, get yourself a good basic S1 and put Nitron suspension on it and take it to Dave Andrews for a 160BHP upgrade. I know you like your steering feel and the S1 has the best of any car, you can also feel the lightness everywhere. You must have one once, you wont lose money and you will enjoy every second. I dailyed one of mine for 10 months and 12k miles no problems, commuted into central London everyday. You do need Nitrons for the Rolls Royce ride quality though....
@pwcars78734 жыл бұрын
Much better option than a race version that needs work
@philpassmore49224 жыл бұрын
Alfa 147 - everyone has to own an Alfa!
@gavinthomas73754 жыл бұрын
Said top gear,its a joking car show,if I was? you the car I would get is a fiat panda,your problems cost considerably less!fact!
@michaelcain28674 жыл бұрын
Hi jack, you should always buy a car with your heart and not your head, the Alfa will make you fall in love but will break your heart after it breaks while the Porsche will make you sleep night. Good luck Michael
@DrTheTim3 жыл бұрын
Cayman: but a 2.7 (same wonderful handling, no bore score issues, plenty enough power to be fun on public roads, two boots, and a late model is very, very unlikely to have IMS issues). I bought one and I’ve been smiling ever since.
@jonathanbolton85584 жыл бұрын
Please choose the Alfa Gta. The busso is amazing and such a great sound.
@matthieudeborbe25424 жыл бұрын
Cayman !!! (I’m sad to see Pépé go, but your almost convinced me to buy a 205 GTI)
@brixomatic4 жыл бұрын
If you want a practical, light follow-up to the 205 GTI, check out the Lupo GTI.
@KS454 жыл бұрын
Had a cti back in the day when I was 18 ! Now in my 50’s, have a GTA as a daily. Fed and watered, very reliable and still very rare. Good ones always go up in value. Mines worth more now then I paid for it 10 years ago. Now doubt the Caymen’s a great car, but once you’ve driven a decent gta with a q2 diff I’m sure you won’t regret it.
@RapideWombaticus4 жыл бұрын
Alfa - most interesting choice imo mate 💪
@StevesMachines4 жыл бұрын
I'm going to go all Brewster's Millions on this one and say "None of the above!"
@danielcroft76534 жыл бұрын
Stop posting on here and get on with that Reliant!
@wobbler63724 жыл бұрын
I agree
@StevesMachines4 жыл бұрын
@@danielcroft7653 which one? 🤣
@matthewweinle86394 жыл бұрын
Lotus Excel - imagine the fun getting all the bugs out of it.
@peronnikbeijer2133 жыл бұрын
Porsche Cayman S, best compromise for sport and daily driving
@fasthracing4 жыл бұрын
Think a Lada would make for an interesting buy!
@fasthracing4 жыл бұрын
@Jambo Think would make for an interesting video channel. Something very different.
@robertngreen64 жыл бұрын
Hope you but the Alfa, look forward to some great engine noises from the Busso!
@philip26394 жыл бұрын
Sad to see 205 go but great news it’s off to a good home. The Alfa 147 GTA is a no brainer apart from guaranteeing to putting smile on your face there will always be KZfaq content. 🙂
@nunom19734 жыл бұрын
Alfa Romeo is my vote, in Portugal we have a saying about Alfa ownership, you will be happy twice, when you buy it, and when you sell it, although they are drop dead gorgeous, if they are not spot on with maintenance history, you will be in trouble
@theopener29364 жыл бұрын
147 GTA :)
@britishagent4 жыл бұрын
Not much of a choice, sounds like you’ve already made your mind up. Either that or you set us up 👍🏼
@roelfkromhout4 жыл бұрын
Cayman. Probably the most reliable out of those three and it's still got a bunch of space. Sublime handling too.
@nippynidge4 жыл бұрын
Alfa all day long - you know you want it, it’s red, it’s Italian, it’s engine alone has so much back-story. You’ll fall in love all over again... ahhh!
@AndyWontTakeItAnymore4 жыл бұрын
Elise all day long! Have some excitement going to work!
@chuckm58744 жыл бұрын
I think in years to come you’ll say “I once had a 205 Gti, I wish I still had it” My vote goes to the Porsche, also one of the best driving cars around. Good luck.
@btilly754 жыл бұрын
I've owned 2 Elise series 2's and used them as a daily, but never a series 1. Nice to have in the summer, a pig to live with daily on a cold, wet winter's day. Have owned two Cayman S phase ones. Bore scoring and IMS isn't as big a problem as the internet would lead you to believe, and these issues can be swerved with a good inspection and proper oil. I currently have a Busso V6 in the guise of an Alfa GTV Cup, (I'm about to put it on the market if you're interested and I'm based near you). It's low miles under 60K and one owner before me and a very, very comprehensive full-service history. Oh, and I also had two 205 GTIs back in the day, both 1.9. My feeling is the cayman is the most complete. The Alfa the most special. Elise the most engaging. The Pug the most honest. With that said, an Alfa would be a must-have, especially if you've never owned a Busso.... and possibly a well-sorted cup (155 made, less on the road now).
@markdavies48644 жыл бұрын
I have owned and run each of your options as a daily driver. Elise (with sports exhaust K&N air filter) fabulous handling and sounding car but impractical in the wet- getting in and out with roof on you need to be 5" and 10 stone, you will need asbestos hands to remove whatever you put in the luggage compartment after a short drive and it will refuse to stay on the road (in either wet or dry conditions); GTA fabulous sounds but unreliable and watch for corrosion- rear window replaced twice in the same winter after remote popping of tailgate resulted in rear screen disintegrating into 1000's of pieces and after six months of use the exhaust started to corrode; Cayman S (PDK in black with sports exhaust) great handling, fabulous gearbox, faultless driving and ownership experience throughout. Head:Porsche, Heart:Lotus, Sounds:any of them
@blade43634 жыл бұрын
I would say the alpha have had one of these cars Those V6 engine’s sing beautifully
@blade43634 жыл бұрын
@@MOSSFEEN ?
@ricbrook70594 жыл бұрын
The Elise will be an absolute pain as a daily driver so that's got my vote 😂
@ricbrook70594 жыл бұрын
Oh and if you go for it I'd make sure I'd got a load more pyjamas if I was you, the door clasp pin is a real pant ripper.
@whimpychicken31044 жыл бұрын
GTA for sure. I think it’s a car that every petrol head should drive once at least, if not own at some point.
@ElectromagneticUK4 жыл бұрын
It has to be the Cayman due to the quality of the engineering alone.
@Nitro-bp2ss4 жыл бұрын
Friend has an 06 Cayman, bulletproof reliability. Sorry your 205 story ended sadly.
@bluegblueg4 жыл бұрын
Depends on the engine Cayman S of that vintage is known for issues with the engine
@brokenworld14 жыл бұрын
@@bluegblueg Don't Caymans suffer from the IMS bearing failure like 911's? Plenty on eBay which say they have had a reconditioned engine. I also just don't get them as a car, the mans Boxster is just a 911 and they aren't much bigger.
@Neomet0103 жыл бұрын
I am shedding a tear to see Pepe go. Pity the Peugeots are not an option here in the US or I would find a 205. My vote goes for the GTA as the most interesting vehicle to watch. Nothing in life is ever as beaten up as an ex-track car, and Caymans are just so......common. Have fun with your purchase!!
@machidaman4 жыл бұрын
Cayman all day. Best car there. I have always been underwhelmed by Alfa's and the Elise will be a nightmare day to day.