If you're looking at new cars, Audi has the "style" thing down. The A/S/RS 5 is downright sexy. The A3 is a refined GTI, IMO worth it after test driving each...the A3 is incredibly comfortable, about the same par as the highest grade GTI (well over $30k). As far as reliability they've had electronics issues in the past, the 2.7T had significant turbo oiling issues, etc. I see a lot of people on here bashing them but truly they are amazing cars. Expect to pay an "amazing" price for maintenance too though. Any specific model in mind Ben?

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Current stable:
- 2004 Mazda RALLYWANKEL
- 2007 Saturn sky redline
- 2004 Explorer...under surgery.

Past: 135i, GTI, 300E, 300SD, 300SD, Stealth