Fun/Sporty car under 10K
07-03-2014, 12:53 PM
#41
Fahrvergnügen'd
The Mark V GTI is a good car with a fairly dated and plain interior. You really shouldn't have a ton of issues with them provided you find one that's just been driven a lot and not molested.
Looking locally, it seems like $8-10K, MT, 4-cylinder gives you the pick of Scion TCs, Audi, TTs, and 07-08 Civic Si Coupes.
Looking locally, it seems like $8-10K, MT, 4-cylinder gives you the pick of Scion TCs, Audi, TTs, and 07-08 Civic Si Coupes.
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07-03-2014, 01:01 PM
#42
I drive a Subata.
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I would personally stay away from older GTIs, if your budget is $10K.
07-03-2014, 01:15 PM
#43
'08 MX5 GT 6spd.
If you can link me the 5 that you have found, I will refrain from calling you Broccoli.
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07-03-2014, 01:17 PM
#44
Burning Brakes
07-03-2014, 01:19 PM
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07-03-2014, 01:25 PM
#46
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Alright so I'm hoping you guys can help me out here. I looking for a second car to use as my daily driver. The only requirments are:
1. Under 10K price tag
2. Manual
3. Reliable
4. Under 130K milage
5. Powerful
6. 4 Banger
7. Looks nice (I know that's subjective)
I know reliability can't be a 100% given but seeing as how most cars I'm probably looking at are gunna be in the 90k and up range, I really dont want to shell out big cash for repairs down the road.
Numbers 1,2 and 3 are the most important to me. I know the milage will vary, but I would like to steer clear from anything over 130K. If the car is really good with low milage, I'd pay a bit more. As far as number 5 goes, I want something sporty to drive. As this will be my main car to use, I would like to punch it and have some fun every now and then. Maybe something between 180-200hp. Number 7 goes with number 5. Its going to be my main car so I want something nice looking, not ricer toyish. As for the engine size, all my driving is done in the city and with my current car, I fill up 55-60 bucks a week, every week. So I would really like a 4 banger to save on gas.
I was leaning towards an Acura RSX but I wanted the 05-06 and those go for about 13-15, so no go there. I've been also looking at GTI's, Mazda 3'S, Corollas. My mind is basically everywhere and I need to narrow it down because I'm hoping to purchase said car in the coming weeks. Oh, and the cheaper the better lol
Thanks for your help ahead of time.
1. Under 10K price tag
2. Manual
3. Reliable
4. Under 130K milage
5. Powerful
6. 4 Banger
7. Looks nice (I know that's subjective)
I know reliability can't be a 100% given but seeing as how most cars I'm probably looking at are gunna be in the 90k and up range, I really dont want to shell out big cash for repairs down the road.
Numbers 1,2 and 3 are the most important to me. I know the milage will vary, but I would like to steer clear from anything over 130K. If the car is really good with low milage, I'd pay a bit more. As far as number 5 goes, I want something sporty to drive. As this will be my main car to use, I would like to punch it and have some fun every now and then. Maybe something between 180-200hp. Number 7 goes with number 5. Its going to be my main car so I want something nice looking, not ricer toyish. As for the engine size, all my driving is done in the city and with my current car, I fill up 55-60 bucks a week, every week. So I would really like a 4 banger to save on gas.
I was leaning towards an Acura RSX but I wanted the 05-06 and those go for about 13-15, so no go there. I've been also looking at GTI's, Mazda 3'S, Corollas. My mind is basically everywhere and I need to narrow it down because I'm hoping to purchase said car in the coming weeks. Oh, and the cheaper the better lol
Thanks for your help ahead of time.
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07-03-2014, 01:29 PM
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Hey broccoli, please join us in the Ramblings sub forum and start a thread. We are way nicer than this rowdy bunch.
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07-03-2014, 07:03 PM
#49
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I guess you guys are to idiotic to read between the lines, I'm assuming the OP had no idea about the Vettes gas mileage, therefore he never considered it a choice. That's the thinking of most people when they here V8. Look at that kid with a Mazda, he has no clue but thinks he does.he was wrong about the Vette and then wrong about NJ. I guess he's just bad at life and ignorant. The Vette is a great alternative to a S2000 or Miata and offers a larger aftermarket and more power while getting similar gas mileage. That's a no brainer for me and the reason I own one.
07-03-2014, 07:11 PM
#50
Burning Brakes
You guys are most likely right though, I see many people on here posting about their TLs being sports cars. For the little guys that posted about me keep eating your broccoli. You know you can't handle steak or the power of a Vette and a rwd platform. Stick to your kid cars like miatas and s2000.
07-03-2014, 07:13 PM
#51
Burning Brakes
I have already been there and I was asked to leave. Seems like you guys couldn't handle me over there. I will start a thread now though, you will recognize the title.
07-03-2014, 07:13 PM
#52
I drive a Subata.
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You guys are most likely right though, I see many people on here posting about their TLs being sports cars. For the little guys that posted about me keep eating your broccoli. You know you can't handle steak or the power of a Vette and a rwd platform. Stick to your kid cars like miatas and s2000.
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07-03-2014, 09:25 PM
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I have a friend with a race prepped Z06...and 2 race prepped Miatas, one of which has a racing pedigree fem its previous owner.
Put either on the right style course with the right driver...and the Miata will win every time.
But I don't expect ignorant vegetables to know that.
Put either on the right style course with the right driver...and the Miata will win every time.
But I don't expect ignorant vegetables to know that.
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07-04-2014, 05:06 AM
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Moderators note: this thread now seems like a lock waiting to happen. Let's all exchange ideas for the benefit of the OP and NOT critique others for outside the box contributions. We'll leave the yea or nay call up to the OP.
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07-04-2014, 07:56 AM
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a turbo 4 will in my experience return fuel economy similar to that of a V6 that is naturally aspirated so I would not rule out a V6. I routinely top 30mpg on the highway in my 02 CLS and that is a heavy car (3.5Klbs)
this is my recommendation for you 2008 accord I4 $9,995 and 66K miles
http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...nal&listType=1
if you really MUST have a manual, then this 2007 Accord with 78K and a manual will do the job for $8995
http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail...nal&listType=1
These accords still have the awsomess of the double wishbone suspension and that makes them pretty fun to drive
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07-04-2014, 12:23 PM
#59
yeah I should have looked closer but oh well, joke's on me
07-04-2014, 01:18 PM
#60
Trolling Canuckistan
If you don't see DC530 in the VIN, it's not a type S.
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07-04-2014, 05:32 PM
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07-16-2014, 11:52 AM
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This 'kid' enjoys his S2000 immensely.
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07-16-2014, 01:39 PM
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OP wants a 4 banger.
But Lesnar literally doubled it.
Get the vette.
But Lesnar literally doubled it.
Get the vette.
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07-16-2014, 01:57 PM
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Some dude
I guess you guys are to idiotic to read between the lines, I'm assuming the OP had no idea about the Vettes gas mileage, therefore he never considered it a choice. That's the thinking of most people when they here V8. Look at that kid with a Mazda, he has no clue but thinks he does.he was wrong about the Vette and then wrong about NJ. I guess he's just bad at life and ignorant. The Vette is a great alternative to a S2000 or Miata and offers a larger aftermarket and more power while getting similar gas mileage. That's a no brainer for me and the reason I own one.
I sincerely doubt you have ever seen a Vette in real life... let alone sat in one... let alone own one... but I'm positive you eat a lot of broccoli.
07-16-2014, 02:05 PM
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AutoTrader blows
when I was looking for my car it said there were 0 within 750 miles
I found 10 within 50 miles by quickly using craigslist and the classifieds in my paper.
07-16-2014, 02:16 PM
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I would hope for some long straight aways and mostly long swooping turns. when it comes to twisties, power is no longer the pinnacle of a car.
keep your power on the dragstrip and leave the driving to cars that were built to drive.
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