Fun cars for $35k?
06-05-2006 | 02:00 PM
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Fun cars for $35k?
My buddy is looking for a new car to replace his 02 nissan Spec-v with 98k miles.
He wants to spend under $35k. He would like to have the seats fold down so he can put his bike in there. Or a car that has a bike rack, im sure most can come with those.
Anyways, he first wanted a SUV but i talked him out of that.
We drove so far just the Legacy GT cuz it was near by and dealers were closing. He loved it but the seats dont fold down. But there is a bike rack for it so no biggie.
I noticed you can get a CTS-V with 7k miles on it for around $34k
Wonder how insurance would be for a 26 year old though.
Anyways, what should he look at? Has to be a manual and doesnt really matter if its FWD, AWD or RWD.
Problem i have is that he likes every car he drives. So basicly i feel like i can get him to buy anything i want. :evil:
He wants to spend under $35k. He would like to have the seats fold down so he can put his bike in there. Or a car that has a bike rack, im sure most can come with those.
Anyways, he first wanted a SUV but i talked him out of that.
We drove so far just the Legacy GT cuz it was near by and dealers were closing. He loved it but the seats dont fold down. But there is a bike rack for it so no biggie.
I noticed you can get a CTS-V with 7k miles on it for around $34k
Wonder how insurance would be for a 26 year old though. Anyways, what should he look at? Has to be a manual and doesnt really matter if its FWD, AWD or RWD.
Problem i have is that he likes every car he drives. So basicly i feel like i can get him to buy anything i want. :evil:
Legacy GT Spec B can be had for $35K, or even the Legacy GT Limited wagon (and no need for a rack).
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06-05-2006 | 02:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Is the spec B worth $35k though? What makes it better than the standard GT for that price?
06-05-2006 | 02:20 PM
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For 2006, 500-unit numbered production run. For 2007, standard model trim.
+ Exclusive red leather interior
+ Navigation standard
+ Upgraded Bilstein sport-tuned suspension
+ Aluminum alloy suspension arms
+ 18in multispoke wheels (GT: 17in)
+ MOMO steering wheel
For 2006, only available in one color. It is pricey, but that red leather looks awesome. Plus, you said he was looking at 35K cars AND he liked any car he drove.
06-05-2006 | 02:34 PM
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First Drive: 2007 Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Limited and spec.B
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=115529
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=115529
06-05-2006 | 03:39 PM
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If that's the case, I say stick with the sentra, it fits the chiropractor image. lol
Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Hes a chiropractor and wants somthing to fit the image in a way. So nothing boy-racer type cars.
06-05-2006 | 04:12 PM
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Originally Posted by afici0nad0
First Drive: 2007 Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT Limited and spec.B
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=115529
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do...ticleId=115529
06-05-2006 | 04:35 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Hes a chiropractor and wants somthing to fit the image in a way. So nothing boy-racer type cars.
06-05-2006 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
My buddy is looking for a new car to replace his 02 nissan Spec-v with 98k miles.
He wants to spend under $35k. He would like to have the seats fold down so he can put his bike in there. Or a car that has a bike rack, im sure most can come with those.
Anyways, he first wanted a SUV but i talked him out of that.
We drove so far just the Legacy GT cuz it was near by and dealers were closing. He loved it but the seats dont fold down. But there is a bike rack for it so no biggie.
I noticed you can get a CTS-V with 7k miles on it for around $34k Wonder how insurance would be for a 26 year old though.
Anyways, what should he look at? Has to be a manual and doesnt really matter if its FWD, AWD or RWD.
Problem i have is that he likes every car he drives. So basicly i feel like i can get him to buy anything i want. :evil:
He wants to spend under $35k. He would like to have the seats fold down so he can put his bike in there. Or a car that has a bike rack, im sure most can come with those.
Anyways, he first wanted a SUV but i talked him out of that.
We drove so far just the Legacy GT cuz it was near by and dealers were closing. He loved it but the seats dont fold down. But there is a bike rack for it so no biggie.
I noticed you can get a CTS-V with 7k miles on it for around $34k
Wonder how insurance would be for a 26 year old though. Anyways, what should he look at? Has to be a manual and doesnt really matter if its FWD, AWD or RWD.
Problem i have is that he likes every car he drives. So basicly i feel like i can get him to buy anything i want. :evil:
Nice add on for it:
https://acurazine.com/forums/showpos...2&postcount=83
Or a WRX
06-05-2006 | 11:22 PM
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A3 2.0T - practicallity of the SUV your friend wanted, but the sportiness of a car. Problem is, it get's pricey with options.
A4 2.0T - If he hates hatchbacks and wants something a little more classy.
Legacy GT - neat car with AWD
If he's an outdoors type maybe he should consider the new "breed" of sporty small SUV's ala
Acura RDX
Mazda CX-7
Both of those drive sportingly and would easily swallow a bike and gear. I'm not on an Acura forum for no reason so I vote RDX
A4 2.0T - If he hates hatchbacks and wants something a little more classy.
Legacy GT - neat car with AWD
If he's an outdoors type maybe he should consider the new "breed" of sporty small SUV's ala
Acura RDX
Mazda CX-7
Both of those drive sportingly and would easily swallow a bike and gear. I'm not on an Acura forum for no reason so I vote RDX
06-05-2006 | 11:23 PM
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There's a used S2000 at Rusnak Audi in Pasdena, I forgot the price of it. it's not currently listed on the rusnak site. It probably needs to be added to this list of vehicles.
it was a sweet ass car
it was a sweet ass car
06-06-2006 | 12:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Sly Raskal
There's a used S2000 at Rusnak Audi in Pasdena, I forgot the price of it. it's not currently listed on the rusnak site. It probably needs to be added to this list of vehicles.
it was a sweet ass car
it was a sweet ass car
Why must you hate my threads that much to not read them.
He needs a car to fit a BIKE in it.
06-06-2006 | 02:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
Why must you hate my threads that much to not read them.
He needs a car to fit a BIKE in it.
He needs a car to fit a BIKE in it.
tell the fool to get an A3 already.
Well, then tell him to get this....
http://www.autobase.com/cgi/info.exe...&dealer=rusnak
06-06-2006 | 07:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Crazy Sellout
He needs a car to fit a BIKE in it.
Don't make me go searching for a 993 w/ a rack on the roof
Legacy wagon/outback/forester might be a good compromise instead of a SUV...
Even the Forester XT has some hp...
06-06-2006 | 07:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Whiskers
Whats wrong with a sports wagon?
Couldn't find one w/ a thule rack, but found a early 911 w/ a yakima rack instead
06-06-2006 | 10:44 AM
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Originally Posted by GreenMonster
Ain't nothing wrong w/ that... But I get the feeling that Jesals friend want's the best of both worlds... Sporty + room for a bike usually don't mix... While I don't mind making compromises (a sportwagon or minivan would work for me if I was a biker), I'm under the impression that we're supposed to come up with some really sporty ideas here...
Couldn't find one w/ a thule rack, but found a early 911 w/ a yakima rack instead
Couldn't find one w/ a thule rack, but found a early 911 w/ a yakima rack instead
