[00 SS]

I was looking around at potential daily drivers when I came across the new Cobalt SS. It looks like it might be a fun comuter and be a decent AX car for DS.

Here are some of the pro's
1. 30 MPG HWY
2. 5 speed manual is good for fun and AX
3. 260 hp
4. Under 2700 pounds and could probably be closer to 2600
5. Brembos
6. FWD for winter
7. Small and manuverable
8. $23,000

Cons
1. FWD for AX
2. Small for the family
3. 5 speed manual in stop and go traffic
4. Big dorky wing (but I think it's an option)
5. 18" wheels and good snow tires don't mix well. (I don't know if 16's would fit over the brakes)
6. G8 is $31,000

I'd much rather have havce a G8, but the mileage, cost and AX potential are pushing me toward smaller cars.

[Crazy Canuck]

so i assume a motorcycle is out of the question (IMG:http://www.frrax.com/rrforum/style_emoticons/default/lmao.gif)
On a more serious note, have you considered the Mitsubishi Lancer ? or you just don't like it ?
I know its not a EVO, but it's AWD, and has "Decent" power (164hp)... but much cheaper than the SS.
There's the Subaru WRX for ~24k$... not the STI, but close in price to the SS... 224hp.
Another option is to get Kevin's MazdaSpeed6, sedan awd, turbo w/ plenty of zoom-zoom... used car, and good for your budget... wife would be happy too.