Minch00

Hi there. I currently have a '97 3.0, and would say compared to my old 94 Mustang, it's pretty fast. However, I'd really like something quicker. I'm 17, so an luxury coupe isn't really what I need in my life. I could lose the heated leather if I add around 100 horsies, you know what I mean?

I'm looking for an ungodly speed demon, that I could have some fun with. I was looking at either the Lancer Evo VIII, or maybe a WRX STi. I like the looks of both, with the Lancer edging out the STi slightly, but the STi is slightly quicker in a straight line.

I know some of you went the 350Z/G35C route, did any of you briefly consider these cars?


I'd like to know what you guys think, any suggestions/information would be appreciated.

Nashua_Night_Hawk

Go find yourself a decent CRX drop a type-r engine, then custom turbo!... Now that is freaken fast machine.

Minch00

Sorry, I can't stand Civics, especially the CRX.

It's a personal thing.

J.T.'s 3.2CL

Get something that you can controll and not kill yourself in. Keep your CL, your only 17.

CLUofI

^^^ yup it would be a waste of money to get something else.


Not to mention the insurance on a brand new $30,000, 300 hp car would be atleast 3 grand a year (assuming you have no points) for a 17 year old male.

phatpat

keep your cl, be happy with what you have...

TypeSAddict

I'm 17 and I love the luxury coupe bit. I feel sophisticated when I drive it.

Sdog2012

If you can get the STI or EVO you should definatly go for it, youll get bitches

BEETROOT

mustang cobra.

Katies99CL

i agree w/ them on the insurance issue...mine is 180 a month and i'm a 22 yr old female! granted i have been in 2 accidents, the 2nd one i totaled the car and they were both my fault...but i've only had 1 speeding ticket, that was 6 years ago too, back in 97.
Insurance is something to consider...plus going off to college...you might enjoy the added bonus of NOT having a car payment...just think about it.

i like my CL too...i'm all about a slammed luxury car...the best of both worlds, IMO

einsatz

fuck dude you're 17, be happy you have what you have and shut the fuck up.

edit: and if your acura hasn't gotten you laid, dont' think a new ricer rocket will

1killercls

BEST POST EVAR!!!!!!

Minch00

By the way, this car will be a graduation present.

So I won't be paying anything for it. But I will have to sell my CL if I am to recieve it.

Sdog2012

All the more reason to get it

bkknight369

oh shit the wrong kinda thing to say arround here bro...you're going to get flammed up the ass...

ne ways I like fast, but not too fast, for me there has to be a compromise between luxary and performance (60-40, respectively). If you have the cash and/or will get the cash, id say go for a low-end g35 sedan or coupe. Or perhaps a cl-6 speed with navi.

danny25

SRT-4 and have $10k left to mod it.

bkknight369

ps. if you really just want suscide-die-before-20 fast, id get svt cobra...doesnt necessarily have to be new to blow your balls away

Titand19

WHat happened, All the young bitches didn't come through for you?

Just get the Evo, but you'll prob kill yourself.

Blk03S

You're just asking for trouble, aren't you?

-Jon

synth19

honestly I didnt even consider the evo or sti...why? Because I think they are UGLY as fck.... sure, they are fast as hell...and would definitely smoke my Z...but sometimes its all about the bitches.

Beltfed

I respect all opinions...... but for me seeing 20 Zs a day is getting real fucking tiresome.......can't stand to look at another one.

Not to mention, 90% of them are all some form of Silver.

I'm starting to see quite a few Z verts as well.

AK_MOBBER

yeah cmon 350Z guys pick a different color other than silver.

I saw a blue one the other day that looked good

Crazy Bimmer

I would pick up a cobra, lately i been having this desire for a v8

Doc.Booty

Insurance will rape you up the ass.

Crazy Bimmer

good point.

BEETROOT

Evo and sti are the UGLIEST THINGS I HAVE EVER SEEN. The wing on the evo is ungodly large and the sti is even worse. They look like a matchbox fast and furious designed by a 5 year old. They may be fast as hell but theres more to a car than speed.

Girls laugh at guys in cars like that where I come from.

18anatak

for 30k, i'd keep my first gen cl, swap in a H22a, turbo it, and take the leftover money and build a phat ass home theater

Beltfed

Oh, and I give a fuck what Girls think of what I drive (guys that do are either retarded or have small cocks). That aside, most chicks that have seen my Evo love it. Matter of fact, I don't think one person that has seen my car disliked it. Especially those I let drive it.

Guess what, there is much more to the Evo than speed. Have you read any reviews on the car?

Rally inspired cars are right up my alley.

Bulldog01

I totally forgot about your new ride with the sigs being gone an' all. I gather you're quite pleased with it.

GreenMonster

I've noticed the same thing. It's like the BMW 3 series. Doesn't either car come in any color other then silver/grey ??

Beltfed

Beyond pleased so far......

I'm not kidding, the Evo is about the most fun I have had in a car overall.

I don't even expect the M3 to be as entertaining.

Bulldog01

Cool. My friend just put new exhaust on his STi, and he's havin' a blast with it. He says it's much more comfortable on his daily commute (about 50+ miles each way) than most people would expect. I think he likes it more than his wife's Supra TT.

I skipped Import Wars this weekend, but another cat I know was supposed to bring his Evo...I'll have to see how he ran.

Beltfed

The STi would be a breeze to live with on a daily basis, the suspension is real compliant. From what I have found so far, the Evo is fine for daily driving as well. The suspension is stiff (more so than the STi), but its smooth on most pavement.

RR32CLS

minch gets owned on every post.

Minch00

I know......I'm like the Official A-CL Owned Bitch.

But Killer has never graced one of my topics with an OWNED pic.

Does Killer think I'm not worthy enough for even an O-pic?

BEETROOT

I'm the asshole, my bad.

I just made the girls comment because other people were talking about cars girls like....

but yeah I think I was just ripping on the Evo because I am insanely jealous of its performance...4.9 0-60 stock...under 30k...

my inner hater making a quick appearance.

I still think the wing is too big, and the sti is ugly...but they are great cars...

RR32CLS

cor

that looks very illegal

Crazy Bimmer

naw, i bet she bought all those CDs

Beltfed

Without a doubt the STi spoiler is larger than the Evo's. Not just that, the STi just over 3inches shorter than the Evo. That makes the Spoiler look even bigger.

I don't dislike the STi, but like the Evo much better.....cleaner more aggressive design IMHO. Just dump the clear tail lights for the Evo VII tails.

For those that don't like the large Spoiler on the Evo, you can save $480 by going with the low spoiler (its standard).