Orisha Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 What would you purchase & why? A new car or a newer car? I'm talking strictly foreign cars. mdamon7278 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ou812 Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 Hmmmm, I've seen some pretty decent 93-98 2JZ-GTE Supras on eBay. Find one in the best shape with the least mileage for around $20K, then dump the remaining 10 grand into mods.This looks pretty tempting too, just a tick under $30Khttp://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6327&item=4519501224&rd=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigpoppanils Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 Acura TSX you cant beat the equipment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest onisakura Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 Acura TSX you cant beat the equipment. I'd agree. Tina, do you want a sedan/sports car/performance? There are a lot of options now in that price range. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 20 Author Report Share Posted January 20 I'd agree. Tina, do you want a sedan/sports car/performance? There are a lot of options now in that price range.true. mmmm, well I'm open to suggestion. I want it all! um, sedan or sports, but I 'm leaning towards a sports car, but I'm not ruling out sedan. Chances are I may live in a colder place, so a sports car may not be so practical--snow & performance cars don't mix, right?? I'm Floridian, and have no knowledge of snow and their effect on automobiles.Performance? um,0 -60 in less thn 10 seconds, hugs every curve and is an absolute joy to drive. no convertables (compromises sound, unless it's a hardtop)I like options those Mini Coopers are cute, but I'm not sure it will satisfy my need for speed.I'm also curious to see what you auto junkies would pick for yourselves. Main question being new w/ less options, etc, OR newer, w/ better models & more options...? um I'm looking for a 99 - 05 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ou812 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 true. mmmm, well I'm open to suggestion. I want it all! um, sedan or sports, but I 'm leaning towards a sports car, but I'm not ruling out sedan. Chances are I may live in a colder place, so a sports car may not be so practical--snow & performance cars don't mix, right?? I'm Floridian, and have no knowledge of snow and their effect on automobiles.Performance? um,0 -60 in less thn 10 seconds, hugs every curve and is an absolute joy to drive. no convertables (compromises sound, unless it's a hardtop)I like options those Mini Coopers are cute, but I'm not sure it will satisfy my need for speed.I'm also curious to see what you auto junkies would pick for yourselves. Main question being new w/ less options, etc, OR newer, w/ better models & more options...? um I'm looking for a 99 - 05Hmmmm, from what you've described I think you would be well suited to either a Mitsu Lancer Evo or a Subaru WRX STi.Both are 4 door, sedan-type bodies, sporty, very fast (both are turbo, 0-60 in under 5 seconds, and right around 300 hp), AWD so they are good in all weather. And both are right there at the $30K mark, and yes they both high very high marks for being quite fun to drive as you can imagine.Lancer EvoSubaru WRX STiI was actually going to get the WRX myself but decided to be more practical and get a Grand Cherokee instead, will use the bike for my NFS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigpoppanils Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 Hmmmm, from what you've described I think you would be well suited to either a Mitsu Lancer Evo or a Subaru WRX STi.Both are 4 door, sedan-type bodies, sporty, very fast (both are turbo, 0-60 in under 5 seconds, and right around 300 hp), AWD so they are good in all weather. And both are right there at the $30K mark, and yes they both high very high marks for being quite fun to drive as you can imagine.Lancer EvoSubaru WRX STi good choices.if you do want something more practical, try the Subaru Forester XT Turbo or the Subaru GT Limited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 20 Author Report Share Posted January 20 keep 'em comin'! this is very educational for me The Subaru's are awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ou812 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 Dodge Neon SRT-4 - it's about $10 grand cheaperTurbo, front wheel drive, 0-60 in about 5 1/2 seconds, top speed about 155. Alot of performance for the price from what I've heard. But it is still a Neon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aa07033 Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 If we're talking used cars I'd look for a nice used S4. Although the Z71 Tahoe edition is sexy I just don't want to feel like a soccer mom.Then again if I had $30k I'd buy a nice CBR 600RR and spend the rest on my friends GTI 337.Oh and OU812 i agree with your sentiment for the SRT-4. I've driven one and I must admit I do respect the power for what it is, but not only is it a neon, it's a dodge. I'm dealing (not owning, dealing) with a '96 Avenger and believe me once all the fasteners on that interior start to go every turn and stop is a new creak, crack, or shift. I also had a '94 Neon and I decided to get rid of it. Nice to know the paint's falling off the top of the car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 20 Author Report Share Posted January 20 thank you but, um, I'm just looking for a foreign car... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pgiddy Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 Mini Cooper S, Acura TL or whatever it is, the one that comes loaded for 30k. Or a Yugo and a bike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest onisakura Posted January 20 Report Share Posted January 20 I really like the Scion TC. You can get one with leather, all the trimmings and still have money left over for mods. Matter of fact, you can order it with all the mods straight from the factory.Or the Mini Cooper S like pigdiddy mentioned. Those can actually move. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kfitz73 Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 Acura TSX Acura RSXAcura TL (Used)Honda Accord EX V6Volkswagon PassatNissan Altima SERNissan Maxima (Not sure if you can get a new one under 30k)Mazda 6Nissan 350Z (Don't those start around 27 or 28k??)Infinity G35 Coupe (used)Infinity G35 Sedan (used) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jdogg Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 thank you but, um, I'm just looking for a foreign car...Just to be very different - I'd go for the Saab 9-2x, essentially the WRX but with a much nicer interior, and almost guaranteed to not see another on the road right now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
somebitch Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 a new mini, or an rsx-s. either that or something used. i always get new because i dont want to put money into repairs but maybe i would get a used car if it was the right one for the right cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 21 Author Report Share Posted January 21 Or the Mini Cooper S like pigdiddy mentioned. Those can actually move.That's one on my list I really dig the options..you can really customize them...What I'd really like, saw it on Pimp My Ride (lol), is a little sign that says "chill", comes out like a stop sign on a school bus People need to chill when they drive!I'm considering mostly german cars it seems, but I love japanese cars too.. get new because i dont want to put money into repairs but maybe i would get a used car if it was the right one for the right cost.yup! Like I could actually buy a jaguar that's a few years old, but repairs on them are $$$. I did hear the newer models break down less. I've always wanted one. I know, not the best choice but...this choice can't be more than, say, 4 years old.and then there that new car smell experience to consider... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest onisakura Posted January 21 Report Share Posted January 21 That's one on my list I really dig the options..you can really customize them...What I'd really like, saw it on Pimp My Ride (lol), is a little sign that says "chill", comes out like a stop sign on a school bus People need to chill when they drive!I'm considering mostly german cars it seems, but I love japanese cars too..yup! Like I could actually buy a jaguar that's a few years old, but repairs on them are $$$. I did hear the newer models break down less. I've always wanted one. I know, not the best choice but...this choice can't be more than, say, 4 years old.and then there that new car smell experience to consider... Thats cause Jag is now made by ford. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 25 Author Report Share Posted January 25 yup. and mercedes is owned by chrylser, right? thanks kids, I took notes When I finally figure it out, Jackie gets shotgun!! (s**t, woman, u love cars more than me, you can drive it, cuz I know how much you can appreciate being behind the wheel) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 25 Author Report Share Posted January 25 yup. and mercedes is owned by chrylser, right? thanks kids, I took notes When I finally figure it out, Jackie gets shotgun!! (s**t, woman, u love cars more than me, you can drive it, cuz I know how much you can appreciate being behind the wheel) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 25 Author Report Share Posted January 25 yup. and mercedes is owned by chrylser, right? thanks kids, I took notes When I finally figure it out, Jackie gets shotgun!! (s**t, woman, u love cars more than me, you can drive it, cuz I know how much you can appreciate being behind the wheel) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 25 Author Report Share Posted January 25 yup. and mercedes is owned by chrylser, right? thanks kids, I took notes When I finally figure it out, Jackie gets shotgun!! (s**t, woman, u love cars more than me, you can drive it, cuz I know how much you can appreciate being behind the wheel) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orisha Posted January 25 Author Report Share Posted January 25 damn dp Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigpoppanils Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 yup. and mercedes is owned by chrylser, right? actually its the other way around.chrysler is owned by mercedes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ou812 Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 Well, not exactly. In 1998, German-based Daimler-Benz, which owns Mercedes-Benz, merged with Chrysler to form DaimlerChrysler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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