Alright...I'm new around here, but I've been lurking for a while, thanks to my brother (revitup). Here is what I need...I am looking for my first car but I only have 10,000 to spend on it and I really want an Acura. For the most part, however, I'm open to suggestions, whether for an Acura or another car.

 

not that I don't already know, but what kind of stuff is a must for your car, & what kinds of thing do you not want on it? You're kinda limited on that 10K budget, but you can get some nice cars...

More info, please

 

well so far

 

well so far i have found an 01 acura tl, a 01 linclon LS, 98 lexus gs 300 and an 03
jeep grand cherokee

 

one whole response will do



I'm big on the TL & the Jeep GC, but that's mostly because I've owned one of each (as you well know).

 

oh i just realized this was charlie

 

I'm trying not to make this a pw thread - any other suggestions for OP?

 

You could get a used RSX for that price... For a first car, I'm guess a coupe is ok and that you don't need a sedan...

Lots of CL 6spds with some mileage on 'em for around $10K. I just posted a couple in our "cheap 6spd" thread:

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...=184585&page=8

They're on the east coast, but that's just an example of what's out there...

I think the CL 6spd is one of the best bangs for the buck out there on the used car market. It's 5 years old now, so it's hit the part of the depreciation curve where it's not going to lose much value from year to year (~$1K per year). It's got 260Hp, so it's powerful enough to get you in trouble, and has enough luxury so you'll ride in style. Gets decent gas mileage too...

If you still want an acura and want to spend less then $10K, look for a 1st gen CL (1997-1999)...

 

what is a pw thread

 

that's a good suggestion, GM - the CLs seem to be pretty strong cars. Which cars are the ones with wicked transmission problems?

 

that would be the 01-03 CLs and TLs with Autos if you get a stick your fine.

 

From the few you listed -- I'd get the used Lexus even though I hate the tails.

Of course, most important thing when buying used is the car's condition....So it all depends on that.

 

PW= Post whoreing, finding opportunity to post unless stuff in a thread in order to get one's post counts up. like that im doing right now.

 

exactly





and guys, he called me and told me about a 2001 Volvo S80 he's wanting. Anyone know anything about those?

 

Yes. I rented one for a few days back then, and a former secretary has one. The S80 has decent interior design, but is a slow (compared to the TL, G35, etc.) & stolid car-- boring to drive. Repair and maintenance costs are high on the S80 and reliability isn't above average (and may be below- check Consumer Reports for 2001). Used value is low for those reasons.

 

"slower" may be good for him - he's 17 & too many kids are killed by having a "faster" car they can't control. I don't know if they know much about the repair costs, but it seems like every car on the road is super-expensive to fix.

Anyone else?

 

If I remember correctly, and its been a while, but 2001 wasn't the greatest year for Volvos. I know the S60 had a lot of tranny and suspension problems. And they (S80) are very expensive to maintain. Especially one with high mileage. The new Volvo's are not the same as the old 240 DL that could get 300K on the odo. with no problem...

I'd steer clear of that car...

However, if you like that design, check into a 02 S60 T5 5Spd or a S40 1.8T. Both fun to drive (turbo) and safe for first car...and could probably be had for 10k. Check out swedespeed.com for more info on those cars.

Aldo

 

lexus SC

 

If you are paying for your own car insurance, go ask your insurance agent which car to get. Under 21, your insurance will could cost as much if more than your car note depending on what car you get. That would be my first stop!

 

For a first car I'd say get a 1st generation CL or TL. They're old enough at this point to be fairly cheap but still reliable. You don't want something like a Legend (most are too old at this point) and you don't want an Integra (dated design and often stolen).

RSX insurance is going to be through the roof for a young driver.

 

Pretty sure its 25.. I turned 21 last year and my insurance only went down about 10%

 

out of the op's choices, i'd get the tl.

you can probably find an rsx around 10k.

but i'd try to find a maxima.

 

Yup,
Goes down twice for guys once at 21 and once at 25. For girls just at 21. Point being that under 21 and a guy your pretty much fugged if you are paying for your own insurance and don't research the insurance prices before your purchase...

 

Acura GS-R Sedan hands down.

For 10K you can find a pretty damn good condition GS-R. Plenty of parts available, very very fun car to drive to.

Damn I miss my GS-R.

 

Sly...do you need a hug or somethin? Poor guy - go get yourself another GS-R, man. What are you in now?