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TA350 · 04-22-2006, 08:44 PM

Ok so.... I have around 10K now for a newish car... Im not sure what I want... Cant find an Audi TT for around that right now but Im open for suggestions.

so if you can find a nice car for around 10K please post a link in the thread....

and clint IM NOT GETTIN AN SL2!!!

eviltalon · 04-22-2006, 08:45 PM

get a dsm, preferably awd. u wont be dissapointed

bastid · 04-22-2006, 08:46 PM

What model year and mileage are you looking for?

TA350 · 04-22-2006, 08:48 PM

like 97+ and preferably less than 100K
need somethin more reliable and better than my trans am on gas... gettin around 10-12 mpg avg.

TA350 · 04-22-2006, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eviltalon

get a dsm, preferably awd. u wont be dissapointed

dsm transaxle = glass

TA350 · 04-22-2006, 09:17 PM

anything? no suggestions?

99SL2_Modder · 04-22-2006, 11:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TA350

anything? no suggestions?

I never said SL2.

I said Saturn. 10k can get you a Redline in some places...just gotta know where to look.

You said reliable. I only named a few for ya at work.

2point4DSM · 04-22-2006, 11:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TA350

dsm transaxle = glass

Check out: http://www.tristatetuners.com/forum/...ad.php?t=12467

99SL2_Modder · 04-22-2006, 11:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TA350

dsm transaxle = glass

Actually, STI transmissions are glass.

DSM's are JUST glass.

Guys, he wants something RELIABLE and good on gas. Name RELIABLE cars.

For instance Honda. Cept I'm pretty sure he won't go there.

MuddyREX · 04-22-2006, 11:35 PM

1. Buy 80s VW GTi.
2. VR6 swap.
3. Become pimp.
4. Profit?

SUB2.5RS · 04-22-2006, 11:50 PM

Subaru, not really because I (and alot of other people) have one but i just think there a good car. I would go with an AWD<you have to think about winter

99SL2_Modder · 04-23-2006, 12:03 AM

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Originally Posted by MuddyREX

1. Buy 80s VW GTi.
2. VR6 swap.
3. Become pimp.
4. Profit?

No swaps. Just buy and go.

and no fixer-uppers.

BlackBulletTSi · 04-23-2006, 12:11 AM

Used redline gets my vote! though AWD is fun and I know of one being sold if you want a dsm really clean to.

bastid · 04-23-2006, 10:04 AM

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...=en&cardist=15

A bit of miles on her, but still looking sharp!

1988 Olds · 04-23-2006, 11:46 AM

Get a Civic or Accord man, can't go wrong. Anything with a Honda engine.

9 Ball · 04-23-2006, 11:56 AM

Honda Prelude (Vtec.) It’s fast, stupidly reliable, and good on gas these days. You should be able to find the latest model for 8000 to 10,000.

Here’s a list of Preludes under 10k

And here’s one nearby! Very nice.

TA350 · 04-23-2006, 12:21 PM

Im not too much of a fan of the honda's... exctept for the s2k's but outta my range... I would also prefer a maual too. Argh this is bein a pain in the ass cause I wont settle I want something that I will like to drive for the next 4 years.

9 Ball · 04-23-2006, 12:29 PM

You can always pick up an Audi A4 1.8t for under 10,000. And there’s always the Jettas and Golfs with the 1.8ts or VR6s. You'd have luxury and the option to build performance.

I’ve been debating about another daily driver also. (My list would be a Prelude, BMW 325i, or an Audi 1.8t.)

EvlEgl · 04-23-2006, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by 99SL2_Modder

DSM's are JUST glass.

This coming from a Saturn Driver? Stop making comments where you don't know what your talking about I drive my car everyday on 15 pounds on the stock tranny and drivetrain and it gets boosted hard DAILY.

If you keep up on a DSM it treats you right. Ghetto rigging everything or cheaping out on parts doens't help a car stay in good shape.

Just for ****s and giggles how many MPG do you get in your saturn?

EvlEgl · 04-23-2006, 12:33 PM

for 10k...I'd say try and find a Used SRT4...if you keep it stock they get Decent Gas Milage and If you looked hard enough I think you could find one for that price.

VW's if you like that Style.

Just start looking you'd be surprised what you can find out there.

04-22-2006, 08:44 PM	#1
TA350 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1455 iTrader: (0)	What should I get? Ok so.... I have around 10K now for a newish car... Im not sure what I want... Cant find an Audi TT for around that right now but Im open for suggestions. so if you can find a nice car for around 10K please post a link in the thread.... and clint IM NOT GETTIN AN SL2!!! __________________ Consistent 12.8's with Exhaust and K&N aim: pfcfury

04-22-2006, 08:45 PM	#2
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04-22-2006, 08:48 PM	#4
TA350 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1455 iTrader: (0)	like 97+ and preferably less than 100K need somethin more reliable and better than my trans am on gas... gettin around 10-12 mpg avg. __________________ Consistent 12.8's with Exhaust and K&N aim: pfcfury

04-22-2006, 09:17 PM	#6
TA350 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1455 iTrader: (0)	anything? no suggestions? __________________ Consistent 12.8's with Exhaust and K&N aim: pfcfury

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9 Ball Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Philadelphia PA Member #70 My Ride: 2003 Mitsubishi Evolution VIII iTrader: (0)	Honda Prelude (Vtec.) It’s fast, stupidly reliable, and good on gas these days. You should be able to find the latest model for 8000 to 10,000. Here’s a list of Preludes under 10k And here’s one nearby! Very nice. __________________ 150,000 miles and counting. Last edited by 9 Ball; 04-23-2006 at 12:05 PM.

04-23-2006, 12:21 PM	#17
TA350 Tri-State Training Wheels Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1455 iTrader: (0)	Im not too much of a fan of the honda's... exctept for the s2k's but outta my range... I would also prefer a maual too. Argh this is bein a pain in the ass cause I wont settle I want something that I will like to drive for the next 4 years. __________________ Consistent 12.8's with Exhaust and K&N aim: pfcfury

04-23-2006, 12:29 PM	#18
9 Ball Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Philadelphia PA Member #70 My Ride: 2003 Mitsubishi Evolution VIII iTrader: (0)	You can always pick up an Audi A4 1.8t for under 10,000. And there’s always the Jettas and Golfs with the 1.8ts or VR6s. You'd have luxury and the option to build performance. I’ve been debating about another daily driver also. (My list would be a Prelude, BMW 325i, or an Audi 1.8t.) __________________ 150,000 miles and counting. Last edited by 9 Ball; 04-23-2006 at 12:33 PM.

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