Tom,

Might as well get the story from both sides. I am unhappy with the crossfire, in fact wish I never signed the lease, all i can say is that I am glad, that i didnt buy the thing, because the car is losing its value like crazy, at least i can walk out of this car after a couple more years. If looks are your only the concern, look no further, I myself being 21 thought i could just get by with the so-so power, and stick with the upper class looks. I was wrong. I avg around 16-17mpg, the car takes quite a bit much effort to stay ahead of the pack, or keep up with it that matter, 3-4k constant shifts is not unheard of. If you have any true performance lust in you blood run away from the crossfire, because this is not your car. The crossfire is pretty slow. Cash would be better invested in a G35 coupe. More power and yet you still have the high class look, if thats important. The crossfire does get many looks, and starts conversations, conversations with great looking young women, I think not. LOL More like middle aged men about to go through their middle life crisis. And an occasional ex-yuppie in his 325i. Thats really about all that compliment come from or ask about it. My 03 Cobra got just as much as attention, but from the younger and older crowd alike. And the power was beyond great. But I am hugely biased towards cars that can perform, and I need that oomph to please me more than looks. And that is where the crossfire lacks. As someone else stated a TT would be a great choice, they are becoming quite cheap just a year or so old. Well jmpo. Have fun and choose wisely. Don't rush into it like i did and regret your purchase.