Well I had the choice of an Evo, STI, S2000, and M3 (The AMG only came in automatics so I didnt like them) I narrowed it down to the S2000 and M3 cause they look more sporty and I do not have a family. The s2000 was fast but the M3 was faster and a headturner. As for my tastes I deff think the M3 is worth the $20,000 more I paid for it! about the plates. in florida we only need rear plates and I just got my custom plate EEVIL