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After seeing Ryan’s dream car garage, I had to put some thought into what my garage would look like with unlimited money and enough garage space to house them all. I sat on the couch forever, trying to think of which cars I would own if I could only have five. There, of course, were some heavy hitters that I would not turn down, such as a Bugatti Veyron or a Koenigsegg Agera R, but at some point, I felt that these were cars that had too much hype and it was just about the money. I also tried to focus my list on five vehicles that offered the spice of life… variety.
Lotus Exige S Type 72
I have always loved the Lotus lineup’s kit car look, and the power to weight ratio is something they do right. As I am currently fascinated with my lil ole Miata, the next logical step is into a modern Lotus. And while I am not one for drag racing in particular (hence the current hairdresser-mobile), I very much enjoy tight, challenging corners, which is where the Exige S thrives.
With a starting price at only 40.332€ ($49,322), the little British Lotus Exige S Type 72 packs a significant (albeit lightweight) bang for the buck. Revving all the way to 8500RPM, the 935kg (or 8.27 Lebrons for you Americans) rocket was designed to pay homage to one of the most successful Formula One cars of all time, the Lotus Type 72 Formula One. I absolutely love the rough geometric shapes coupled with the curves in the right places. Even though Lotus is not known for having all the creature comforts of modern sports cars, they are known for their racing pedigree and their hand-made, unique vehicles.
Mercedes-AMG A 45 S
Next on my list is the Mercedes-AMG A 45 S hatchback. Since the Lotus Exige S Type 72 offers nearly zero trunk space, I would need a grocery-getter of some sort. What better than a hot-hatch with 415hp that can provide a 3.9s 0-60 time? One drives down my street from time to time, and I can always tell by the low grumble of who it is (but I do live in a small village). The way the front apron is designed stands out and makes it easily recognizable on the street, and I have been passed by far too many on the autobahn. Even though there are quite a few around my area, I still find them quite sporty and roomy, which is great considering I have a small family that cannot quite fit in a two-seater.
Mazda RX-7 FD3S
Ah, now one for the 90’s kids. It seems like most people will have at least one car with a cult following on their Top 5, and I am no different. To me, the RX-7 is an iconic and unique car. With the Wankel motor situated behind the front axle to provide a 50/50 weight distribution, the RX-7 was able to take on Porsche and other rivals. I love the lengths that people have gone through to keep the iconic FD alive, and the builds keep getting crazier. And the best part about it? It has popup headlights!
The hardest part of wanting to own one is how much they cost nowadays. It is almost impossible to find a decently kept, semi-stock example for less than the price of a new mid-range sports car.
McLaren 720S
For my supercar pick, the McLaren 720S would be my go-to. The mid-engine, 4-liter V-8, supplemented by twin-turbos, is a British masterpiece. 710hp and over 500 pounds of torque sling the 720S from 0-60mph in just 2.8 seconds. I love the way the engine pushes the carbon fiber cab, dubbed the Monocage II, forward. The exterior designers did one hell of a job mixing the hard lines with soft curves to give it a beautiful shape that is not mistaken for any other vehicle. The cockpit reminds me of a futuristic space shuttle, and the way the pillars are designed to provide a stunning unhindered view that has more line of sight than most of the vehicles I’ve owned. All in all, it would be my top pick to occupy the supercar slot in my garage.
Porsche Taycan Turbo S
Occupying the grocery-getter, the supercar, and the electric category would have to be the Porsche Taycan Turbo S. Now, you must know, it pains me to say turbo when speaking of anything purely electric, but the powers that be at Porsche decided otherwise. Having finally seen one in the wild, the Taycan Turbo S is stunning to behold. Unlike some other electric car manufacturers that will not be named, the entire vehicle looks hand-carved, and every panel and trip piece fits perfectly together. It screams quality, which is expected from Porsche. The all-white body with white rings on the wheels just gives it that extra pop that is not a typical OEM style.
Along with its gorgeous interior and exterior, it silently packs a 0-60mph time of 2.8 seconds at 781 horsepower. To me, this thing is like Jaws – it’s a four-door family car that packs a silent jet engine within… and I want one.
