I've never owned a performance car and I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on an RS5.

I think I know which response I'll get on this site... but I'm in the market for a new car and I'd like to drive more of a performance car. My last car was a 2009 335i sedan which I enjoyed but was happy to give back after the lease was over. It was a sedan and I regretted not getting the coupe everyday. This next car will be a coupe. For the past two years I haven't had a car (moved to the big city, took public transit) and now I want something fun to get me around as a daily driver. I plan on owning this car for the next 5+ yrs.



What I like about the RS5 coupe:

• Looks ****ing amazing. I love the grill and from every angle it just looks great. I really like the interior as well.

• The AWD/Quattro because I'll be living in a place that will get plenty of snowfall. Like I said I've never owned a car like this and I don't want to kill myself.

• The noise it makes from the blown V8. I haven't test drove it yet but I have heard it before and it was awesome.

• I'll be in school during this time and I like the idea of having something that is a bit more subtle than a Porsche.

What I'm not sure about:

• It seems a bit pricey compared to some of its competition (C63 AMG, M4, Cayman S). The price itself isn't the issue but I'm wondering if I'm overlooking anything that might be within the $5-10k range that is a comparable or better car, that is worth spending a little more money on.

• Are the ceramic brakes worth it? $6k seems like a lot for something I might never use. Are they necessary for taking the car to a track (something I've never done before...)?

• Also, could any of you who have owned a similar car tell me when I could expect to start hitting maintenance issues? Like I said, I need this as a daily driver and don't want it stuck in the shop.

• Are winter tires a must? Or would all-seasons work? I'm new to this snow thing.

• Color scheme: I'm thinking Daytona Gray with a black interior, but I also like Suzuka. Any thoughts one way or the other?

Let me know if I've forgotten or overlooked anything. If you like another car more, convince me to buy it instead! All comments are very appreciated!