Ok what would you boys get with 10-15 grand

ArkiStan · 03-14-2003, 07:00 AM

Sorry Burz...

But I had to ask this.

MISSION: What would you boys get with 10-15 grand? Anything after 1992 or 1993. You could use the money any way you wanted. Just the car, or even mods if you've any money leftover. I want something fun, powerful and decently reliable. Could be Japanese, European or American.

attgig · 03-14-2003, 01:43 PM

yeah, depends what kind of car you wnat.

i like dakota's for trucks.
i'd get like a 2k jeep cherokee (not grand) for around 10ish...prolly a lot less...

a sedan?
maybe a 98 bmw 3series for around 15

sportscar?
maybe a 98ish mitsubishi 3000gt?

convertible?
maybe a late 90's mustang?

wagon?

maybe a late 90's volvo

u know...list goes on.

xsiled2 · 03-14-2003, 03:56 PM

1969 black chevy nova with an 8.

Burzhui · 03-14-2003, 04:10 PM

i likes them sports cars

or sporty cars

But i don't want stick, because frankly it will be a headache in NYC

bachviet · 03-14-2003, 04:13 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by attgig
yeah, depends what kind of car you wnat.

i like dakota's for trucks.
i'd get like a 2k jeep cherokee (not grand) for around 10ish...prolly a lot less...

a sedan?
maybe a 98 bmw 3series for around 15

sportscar?
maybe a 98ish mitsubishi 3000gt?

convertible?
maybe a late 90's mustang?

wagon?

maybe a late 90's volvo

u know...list goes on.

I don't think you could get a '98 BMW 328 for $15K! I wouldn't get the 318 for $15K!

psycho- · 03-14-2003, 09:04 PM

I'd say get something like this

Clipdat · 03-14-2003, 10:00 PM

94 MB c280

Red =)

ArkiStan · 03-14-2003, 10:22 PM

I was thinking passenger cars. Rather than luxury, I prefer something sporty. Something with good power and fun to drive. If it WERE possible(though I doubt it), that '98 3 series would be a good choice. I'm not a big fan of the 300GT. How about something European? Audis? Saabs? VWs? Or other types of sporty Japanese cars?

palayah8ta · 03-14-2003, 11:26 PM

Man driving stick isnt a hassle, it keeps u awake!
but if u change ur mind a 96-98 Integra GSR, 180 hp, 8K redline, pure jap vtec sexuality. ANd it comes in Both 2 and 4 doorS. WaIt theres more. Comes with power everything, cruise, AND A theft rate 2 1/2 times higher than any car on the market. Happy shopping!

Burzhui · 03-14-2003, 11:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by palayah8ta
Man driving stick isnt a hassle, it keeps u awake!
but if u change ur mind a 96-98 Integra GSR, 180 hp, 8K redline, pure jap vtec sexuality. ANd it comes in Both 2 and 4 doorS. WaIt theres more. Comes with power everything, cruise, AND A theft rate 2 1/2 times higher than any car on the market. Happy shopping!

yep they are sweet rides, but no manual

Burzhui · 03-14-2003, 11:44 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Clipdat
94 MB c280

Red =)

4 cylinder?? no thanks

Dave_7 · 03-15-2003, 12:37 AM

The 280 is a 6.

Dave.

attgig · 03-15-2003, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by bachviet

I don't think you could get a '98 BMW 328 for $15K! I wouldn't get the 318 for $15K!

ok, well, i was talking about the 318 i guess...
http://www.edmunds.com/used/1998/bmw...ontent..0.BMW*

epoxi · 03-15-2003, 02:03 PM

for 15, you can easily find a well taken care of mr2 turbo =).
but i'm happy with my 96 GSR i found with 35k miles for $10k a year ago. if i could do it all over again would i still get the gsr over the mr2? yes...i need my cargo space!

ArkiStan · 03-15-2003, 08:26 PM

Speaking of Japanese "sporty" cars, the Integra really seems to be a popular choice wherever I go. How would people compare it to the Prelude? Let's say I could choose between a '96 Integra GSR and a '96 Prelude VTEC. What would you recommend and why? I prefer the looks of the Prelude, and the fact that it's more rare (at least in Cali), but how about performance and price?

palayah8ta · 03-16-2003, 02:00 AM

Some dont like how big n heavy the prelude is. I personally like the style better. But if u dont get a type SH, the GSR out performes it. PLus tegraz are a lot cheaper. But i guess if u had deep pockets, get a prelude, and Hop that **** up. im thinking supercharger, rimz and a nice system.

epoxi · 03-16-2003, 02:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by ArkiStan
Speaking of Japanese "sporty" cars, the Integra really seems to be a popular choice wherever I go. How would people compare it to the Prelude? Let's say I could choose between a '96 Integra GSR and a '96 Prelude VTEC. What would you recommend and why? I prefer the looks of the Prelude, and the fact that it's more rare (at least in Cali), but how about performance and price?

the prelude is i guess more "rare" but it is not as RAW as the gsr...point in case, the integra type r. The prelude is a nice semi luxrious ride. if both were to race in a straight line, it would depend on the driver...power to weight ratio for the lude isnt as good as the integra. on a track however, i'd put my money on an integra.

best way to decide is to go out and drive them! =)

some nice wallpaper for ya:

ArkiStan · 03-16-2003, 08:44 AM

How about something like a '94 Nissan 300ZX Turbo?? goes around 13K.

Jihforce · 03-16-2003, 09:33 AM

my coworker was selling his 99 Explorer sport for 16.5k, 7800 miles only!!!!

Dave_7 · 03-16-2003, 09:37 AM

How about a 1995/1996/1997 Lexus SC400? Coupe, power, style, babe-appeal, it's a Toyota... so reliability should be better than average.

Dave.

Burzhui · 03-16-2003, 11:05 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Dave_7
How about a 1995/1996/1997 Lexus SC400? Coupe, power, style, babe-appeal, it's a Toyota... so reliability should be better than average.

Dave.

Dave you are da man!!!
i think i found a cutie with some powa!!!

Jabberwocky · 03-17-2003, 12:04 AM

Get a camaro, the 1998+ Z28s have over 320 horsepower. These cars are fun to drive and faster than a mustang. The maintenance on mine is pricey (eg 8 sparks instead of 4 and if you want headers, you need 2). These are so frickin fast though, and minor upgrades net more horsepower than the same upgrades to a 4 banger. People say it's a heavy car but it's completely comparative. It's heavier compare to a civic but to say a supra TT or a 3000gt ,it's in the same weight class. I get 20/26 mpg on mine.

ArkiStan · 03-17-2003, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Burzhui

Dave you are da man!!!
i think i found a cutie with some powa!!!

No man, you should be thanking ME for starting this cool thread with such a cool title that gathered all this attention.

Dave_7 · 03-17-2003, 11:47 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Burzhui

Dave you are da man!!!
i think i found a cutie with some powa!!!

Dave.

guiseppewv · 03-18-2003, 07:27 AM

Here are some suggestions:

1999 Acura CL-Series Midsize Coupe/Hatchback*****
1999-2001 Acura Integra Compact Coupe/Hatchback****
1999-2001 Chevrolet Camaro Midsize Coupe/Hatchback
1999-2001 Ford Mustang Compact Coupe/Hatchback
1999-2000 Honda Prelude Compact Coupe/Hatchback
1999-2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Compact Coupe/Hatchback
1999-2000 (maybe even 2001) Pontiac Firebird Midsize Coupe/Hatchback
2001 Chrysler Sebring Midsize Coupe/Hatchback
2000-2001 Volkswagen GTI Compact Coupe/Hatchback
1999-2000 Saab 9-3 Compact Coupe/Hatchback
1999-2001 Honda Accord Coupe****

Hope these help. I put a star next to some of the ones I think are good cars. I really think the Acura CL would be a good fit especially if you were looking at the older Lexus vehicles.

g

RHMMMM · 03-18-2003, 08:25 AM

Get a bimmer, you know you want to... :-)

You can easily get a 97-98 3 series with decent miles for under 15K if you haggle them right, hell you can get a high-mileage (~90K) '97 7 series for 15k.

~~Cantacuzene~~ · 03-18-2003, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Jabberwocky
Get a camaro, the 1998+ Z28s have over 320 horsepower.

The Camaro ss has 320 hp, not the z28. And buying a used Camaro is about the dumbest thing a person can do.

Burzhui · 03-18-2003, 03:27 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by DarkFury

My question is... How did we end up with 2 threads of the same title.. http://www.gotapex.com/forums/showth...threadid=58381 (Ok what would you boys get with 10-15 grand)

he stole my title

ArkiStan · 03-18-2003, 05:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Burzhui

he stole my title

WOAH!!....I had NO idea!!!

Burzhui · 03-18-2003, 06:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ArkiStan

WOAH!!....I had NO idea!!!

shamelessly stole my title

03-14-2003, 07:00 AM	#1
ArkiStan Admiral Join Date: May 2000 Location: Recession Central Posts: 5,898	Ok what would you boys get with 10-15 grand Sorry Burz... But I had to ask this. MISSION: What would you boys get with 10-15 grand? Anything after 1992 or 1993. You could use the money any way you wanted. Just the car, or even mods if you've any money leftover. I want something fun, powerful and decently reliable. Could be Japanese, European or American.

03-14-2003, 01:43 PM	#2
attgig Chief of Naval Operations Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: the burbs of baltimore Posts: 11,924	yeah, depends what kind of car you wnat. i like dakota's for trucks. i'd get like a 2k jeep cherokee (not grand) for around 10ish...prolly a lot less... a sedan? maybe a 98 bmw 3series for around 15 sportscar? maybe a 98ish mitsubishi 3000gt? convertible? maybe a late 90's mustang? wagon? maybe a late 90's volvo u know...list goes on. __________________

03-14-2003, 04:10 PM	#4
Burzhui hot in velour pants Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: New York City Posts: 9,198	i likes them sports cars or sporty cars But i don't want stick, because frankly it will be a headache in NYC __________________ ____________________ IF A FAT GIRL FALLS IN THE WOODS DO THE TREES LAUGH?

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psycho- Rear Admiral Lower Half Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Del Mar, CA Posts: 2,261	I'd say get something like this __________________ Victor

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epoxi Lieutenant Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 387	for 15, you can easily find a well taken care of mr2 turbo =). but i'm happy with my 96 GSR i found with 35k miles for $10k a year ago. if i could do it all over again would i still get the gsr over the mr2? yes...i need my cargo space! __________________ it wasnt me.......

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xsiled2 Vice Admiral Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: bye Posts: 4,090	1969 black chevy nova with an 8.

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Clipdat Ensign Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 22	94 MB c280 Red =)

03-14-2003, 10:22 PM	#8
ArkiStan Admiral Join Date: May 2000 Location: Recession Central Posts: 5,898	I was thinking passenger cars. Rather than luxury, I prefer something sporty. Something with good power and fun to drive. If it WERE possible(though I doubt it), that '98 3 series would be a good choice. I'm not a big fan of the 300GT. How about something European? Audis? Saabs? VWs? Or other types of sporty Japanese cars?

03-14-2003, 11:26 PM	#9
palayah8ta Lieutenant Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: So Pasadena Posts: 423	Man driving stick isnt a hassle, it keeps u awake! but if u change ur mind a 96-98 Integra GSR, 180 hp, 8K redline, pure jap vtec sexuality. ANd it comes in Both 2 and 4 doorS. WaIt theres more. Comes with power everything, cruise, AND A theft rate 2 1/2 times higher than any car on the market. Happy shopping!

03-15-2003, 12:37 AM	#12
Dave_7 Captain Join Date: May 2000 Location: L.A..... Costa Mesa... Whatever, Man! Posts: 1,824	The 280 is a 6. Dave.

03-15-2003, 08:26 PM	#15
ArkiStan Admiral Join Date: May 2000 Location: Recession Central Posts: 5,898	Speaking of Japanese "sporty" cars, the Integra really seems to be a popular choice wherever I go. How would people compare it to the Prelude? Let's say I could choose between a '96 Integra GSR and a '96 Prelude VTEC. What would you recommend and why? I prefer the looks of the Prelude, and the fact that it's more rare (at least in Cali), but how about performance and price? Last edited by ArkiStan : 03-15-2003 at 08:28 PM.

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palayah8ta Lieutenant Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: So Pasadena Posts: 423	Some dont like how big n heavy the prelude is. I personally like the style better. But if u dont get a type SH, the GSR out performes it. PLus tegraz are a lot cheaper. But i guess if u had deep pockets, get a prelude, and Hop that **** up. im thinking supercharger, rimz and a nice system. __________________ George Dubya Quotes: "It's clearly a budget. It's got a lot of numbers in it." -Reuters, May 5, 2000 "They misunderestimated me." -Bentonville, Ark., Nov. 6, 2000

03-16-2003, 08:44 AM	#18
ArkiStan Admiral Join Date: May 2000 Location: Recession Central Posts: 5,898	How about something like a '94 Nissan 300ZX Turbo?? goes around 13K.

03-16-2003, 09:33 AM	#19
Jihforce Vice Admiral Join Date: Jan 2000 Posts: 4,352	my coworker was selling his 99 Explorer sport for 16.5k, 7800 miles only!!!!

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Dave_7 Captain Join Date: May 2000 Location: L.A..... Costa Mesa... Whatever, Man! Posts: 1,824	How about a 1995/1996/1997 Lexus SC400? Coupe, power, style, babe-appeal, it's a Toyota... so reliability should be better than average. Dave.

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03-17-2003, 12:04 AM	#22
Jabberwocky Lieutenant Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: I don't exist. I'm a message posting bot. Posts: 229	Camaro Get a camaro, the 1998+ Z28s have over 320 horsepower. These cars are fun to drive and faster than a mustang. The maintenance on mine is pricey (eg 8 sparks instead of 4 and if you want headers, you need 2). These are so frickin fast though, and minor upgrades net more horsepower than the same upgrades to a 4 banger. People say it's a heavy car but it's completely comparative. It's heavier compare to a civic but to say a supra TT or a 3000gt ,it's in the same weight class. I get 20/26 mpg on mine.

03-18-2003, 07:27 AM	#25
guiseppewv Admiral Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: East coast Posts: 7,116	More suggestions Here are some suggestions: 1999 Acura CL-Series Midsize Coupe/Hatchback*** 1999-2001 Acura Integra Compact Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2001 Chevrolet Camaro Midsize Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2001 Ford Mustang Compact Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2000 Honda Prelude Compact Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse Compact Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2000 (maybe even 2001) Pontiac Firebird Midsize Coupe/Hatchback 2001 Chrysler Sebring Midsize Coupe/Hatchback 2000-2001 Volkswagen GTI Compact Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2000 Saab 9-3 Compact Coupe/Hatchback 1999-2001 Honda Accord Coupe** Hope these help. I put a star next to some of the ones I think are good cars. I really think the Acura CL would be a good fit especially if you were looking at the older Lexus vehicles. g

03-18-2003, 08:25 AM	#26
RHMMMM Ensign Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Blacksburg, VA Posts: 24	Get a bimmer, you know you want to... :-) You can easily get a 97-98 3 series with decent miles for under 15K if you haggle them right, hell you can get a high-mileage (~90K) '97 7 series for 15k.

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