My last car was a 3.0 V6 A4 Quattro and I loved it to bits. Practical, reliable and fun. I regret that I sold it (after 5 years and 50,000 miles) but it did pay for the scooter. The ex-wife had a 2.0 Passat and then the A4 but it was not the same car without the V6 and 4 wheel drive. But if you are looking for a fun engaging car then they are still out there and you don’t have to pay mega bucks. My car before the A4 was a Honda S2000 and I cannot say enough about that car. I have never felt so much feedback in a car as that thing. If I ran over a pea sized stone I would know about it. The engine would rev up to 9000 rpm and scream like a banshee. No driver aids, just 240hp in a very light rear wheel drive soft top.
I took my older brother out for a spin who is a long time biker (currently owns a Hond a CBR 1000) and I had him laughing manically as I whipped round bends at seemingly silly speeds. Experiencing side ways g-force in a car is an interesting experience. Jeremy Clarkson is a fan if that matters to you
Ok, I’m rambling again. Sold that car 8 years ago and I thought I was over it. I still look at the lease prices when I consider getting a car….
edit: forgot to mention the gearbox in the S2000 was a joy to use. The gear stick had a very short throw and it just snicked into gear.