Well, RX8 is sold...what next?
12-26-2007, 01:16 AM
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NTY. As much fun as this car is, I want something with more power, better MPG, etc.
As far as getting a better (im assuming more expensive) car, i'd rather not spend a ton on a new car...I have this money at my disposal, I really don't want to start getting myself into debt.
As far as getting a better (im assuming more expensive) car, i'd rather not spend a ton on a new car...I have this money at my disposal, I really don't want to start getting myself into debt.
12-26-2007, 06:03 PM
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I would get what makes sense to you. You haven't told us about your life at all so we have no way of providing any useful information other than what we would do.
12-26-2007, 08:45 PM
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So I would need something that can handle relatively bad weather, perferably better than the RX8.
O and no to the Z. I don't really like Zs and I can't have a 2 seater
12-28-2007, 09:40 AM
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Seriously doubt you'll find a used impreza or civic for 2-3k. Even if you do you will be paying for things that break. Get something taht won't depreciate much like a 04-05 WRX or an 03-04 Audi A4. Both can take some modest mods and be fun while most of the heavy depreciation has alread occured but serious maintenance is still a few years off.
12-28-2007, 12:29 PM
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In the same boat here, I am about to get out of my 8. Had three camaro's before '94, '99, '02. Waiting for the new one. I will be getting an Explorer, the wife will take it when the camaro comes out, and we will sell her escape she is currently driving.
12-28-2007, 12:51 PM
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Buy a beater, invest the rest. 2 years in a beater will make you appreciate the new Camaro more. Plus the beater could still be a servicable car to protect mighty Camaro on nasty days.
12-28-2007, 01:08 PM
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I was on a few GTI forums and as much as I like that car, I really don't think I would get it. They said that the quality has gone down from the last generation, esp when modded. And I would want to mod b/c they are a little slow for my taste..and their price
12-28-2007, 02:11 PM
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12-28-2007, 02:20 PM
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Get the MS3. ALL of my previous FWD experience was in horribly balanced cars, so I was an FWD hater. I couldn't believe I was driving FWD when I first drove this car - it's balanced about as well as I'd imagine a daily driven FWD car can be balanced.
That said, understeer and torque steer will show it's ugly head every now and again, but you will almost always be able to predict when they occur. Though, every now and again the torque limitations will suddenly disappear while turning, and torque steer will hit you pretty hard. You'll learn to be ready for this after just a few days.
Those are the only problems I have with the car. Everything else is nearly perfect - stupid-huge gobs of power, surprisingly good handling, and tons of practicality. Really can't complain about much, I'd imagine if you're looking for more power you'll be pretty happy.
That said, understeer and torque steer will show it's ugly head every now and again, but you will almost always be able to predict when they occur. Though, every now and again the torque limitations will suddenly disappear while turning, and torque steer will hit you pretty hard. You'll learn to be ready for this after just a few days.
Those are the only problems I have with the car. Everything else is nearly perfect - stupid-huge gobs of power, surprisingly good handling, and tons of practicality. Really can't complain about much, I'd imagine if you're looking for more power you'll be pretty happy.
12-28-2007, 02:21 PM
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Seriously doubt you'll find a used impreza or civic for 2-3k. Even if you do you will be paying for things that break. Get something taht won't depreciate much like a 04-05 WRX or an 03-04 Audi A4. Both can take some modest mods and be fun while most of the heavy depreciation has alread occured but serious maintenance is still a few years off.
What would you suggest I should look for around that price that would serve as a decent (relatively reliable) DD?
12-29-2007, 08:28 PM
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If you actually have 28k sitting around you should pick the car of you choice, put some money down on it, finance the rest, and then invest what money you have left over. If you invest well you'll make out much better than if you just buy a car outright. That is assuming you get a good interest rate...
12-29-2007, 09:11 PM
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http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...eadExists=true
VERY nice car right there. not too many miles for what year it is. and it looks fantastic, right in your price range
VERY nice car right there. not too many miles for what year it is. and it looks fantastic, right in your price range
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