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FASTERTHANU · 12-01-2006, 08:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by drew

you could get a lancer, an 02 ES should be around your budget.

http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/car/240540772.html

02 with 89k miles for 5k, then you still got enough to turbo it

there you go. Have professionals do what they have to do and it will be reliable.

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 08:50 PM

lol, so far im really itchin for a subie, i juss love the way they sound...

Gimme some tips on subies, prices ect.

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 08:50 PM

and drew, that lancer is auto lol

CHAOS · 12-01-2006, 08:54 PM

find yourself a 99-01 2.5rs... the coupes are nasty... and the aftermarket is huge...Renegade_ aka Justin has one... its a fun car... plus with a little swap or some boost.. you can have a LOT of fun.

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 08:58 PM

yea, i been looking, havent seen one yet...def leaning towards a subbie...they sound so sweet

Renegade_ · 12-01-2006, 08:59 PM

A WRX motor with any kind of turbo upgrade (VF22, VF30, VF34 etc) will take you deep into the 12s if you drive right with a swapped RS. UnderpoweredRS has a wrx swap on stock tranny that he is running into the 11s.

However, RSs are kinda pricey because everyone that has one knows there are only less and less every year.

http://www.rs25.com/classifieds/show...p?product=8509

This would be a DREAM setup - something I might be aiming for but it looks like someone snagged it already.

You could pick up an RS for around 6k if you keep looking and are just persistent. You can get WRX motorswaps for around 2000 not installed (even less now). What better way to get a crash course in subarus then to swap one

FASTERTHANU · 12-01-2006, 09:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willdue

lol, so far im really itchin for a subie, i juss love the way they sound...

Gimme some tips on subies, prices ect.

check out these and compare. subie or evo?

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 09:05 PM

lol, if i find a 2.5 near 6 its mine

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 09:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FASTERTHANU

check out these and compare. subie or evo?

Im not talkin evo or even WRX bro lol. If i could afford an evo it be in my driveway

FASTERTHANU · 12-01-2006, 09:47 PM

^^^ HAHAH oh. good luck

jspek · 12-01-2006, 10:49 PM

subaru L.

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 10:51 PM

Subaru L's are 1.8's or I would.

Im leanin GTP

Renegade_ · 12-01-2006, 11:11 PM

Get pete to build you a motor - he had an L and he slapped EJ22 heads onto it and put all WRX turbo crap on it and is now running mid-low 13s

drew · 12-01-2006, 11:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willdue

and drew, that lancer is auto lol

more consistent drag times lol

sisforsurfing · 12-01-2006, 11:16 PM

GTP's are heavy, front wheel drive family sedans. They can make good power but you'll need to spend more than 9k total to have a fast GTP. If you're looking for a cushy cruiser with okay power (but pretty poor gas mileage) I guess it's an all right choice.

Subaru L's are 1.8's, but only until you swap one. wgknestrick said it right... you could buy an L ($2500) and do a full WRX swap (~$3000 if you do it yourself) and have plenty of money left over. In that light a chassis the WRX 5-speed is happier and it would make for a quick car with basic mods. But I think you're a little more into the whole "looks" thing, and unfortunately an L won't really do that for you in stock form.

Why don't you like Honda's? If you're entertaining VW's, Honda's are a cheaper, more reliable alternative, just aren't quite as aesthetically pleasing.

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 11:29 PM

im entertainin erything at this point. I honestly dont want nething ill have to swap, cause it would be DD and id never really get around to it...I want sumin nice that offers good speed with bolt ons...

Willdue · 12-01-2006, 11:43 PM

and GTP's Run 14.5's with a lighter pulley and intake

wgknestrick · 12-02-2006, 12:14 AM

Why would you buy/consider a GTP over a SRT-4?

Also, (I hate to be the face of reality here), but you aren't willing to part with enough cash that buys you exactly what you are looking for. The swaps aren't bad at all if you have someone do it for you (cough area1320, cough). Just plan on buying whatever car and swap it immediately before you ever park it in your driveway.

There really is something to appreciate about a fast car that you really don't care about what happens on the outside. A fast car that looks nice is such an oxymoron because nothing takes paint off better than speed. You are always heart broken every time something happens to it.

Suby Ls can also fit most 2.5RS body parts when you get around to it (if looking good is your bag). 2.5RS still are the best looking subaru (I know that isn't saying much too).

Willdue · 12-02-2006, 12:42 AM

GtP is half the price. And i hate dodge.

idk. i have to look into it all

Willdue · 12-02-2006, 01:16 AM

Guys, basically what I want is a STOCK 4 banger/6 banger maybe. Thats not expensive and that i will be able to make my payments and be able to mod. I never really had a stock car to work with, i did have my last eclipse but smahsed it to soon. Never really had a car that was worth modding with potential.

Over this winter I will prolly look to sell my eclipse, and prolly drive my laser more then the eclipse, and try and sell both. I have to drive one, so which one you think will have more potential to sell with me drivin it around? You guys prolly know more then me bout cars and this kinda stuff and prolly have more experiance, so thats what im lookin for.

12-01-2006, 08:59 PM	#26
Renegade_ Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2006 Location: NNJ/NYC Member #1912 My Ride: 1J Swaggon iTrader: (2)	A WRX motor with any kind of turbo upgrade (VF22, VF30, VF34 etc) will take you deep into the 12s if you drive right with a swapped RS. UnderpoweredRS has a wrx swap on stock tranny that he is running into the 11s. However, RSs are kinda pricey because everyone that has one knows there are only less and less every year. http://www.rs25.com/classifieds/show...p?product=8509 This would be a DREAM setup - something I might be aiming for but it looks like someone snagged it already. You could pick up an RS for around 6k if you keep looking and are just persistent. You can get WRX motorswaps for around 2000 not installed (even less now). What better way to get a crash course in subarus then to swap one __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Last edited by Renegade_; 12-01-2006 at 09:03 PM.

12-01-2006, 09:47 PM	#30
FASTERTHANU Tri-State Addict Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: PA Member #1021 My Ride: EVO iTrader: (1)	^^^ HAHAH oh. good luck __________________ slide your ride

12-01-2006, 11:11 PM	#33
Renegade_ Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: May 2006 Location: NNJ/NYC Member #1912 My Ride: 1J Swaggon iTrader: (2)	Get pete to build you a motor - he had an L and he slapped EJ22 heads onto it and put all WRX turbo crap on it and is now running mid-low 13s __________________ To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

12-01-2006, 11:16 PM	#35
sisforsurfing Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Mar 2005 Member #267 My Ride: 2003 WRX wagon iTrader: (2)	GTP's are heavy, front wheel drive family sedans. They can make good power but you'll need to spend more than 9k total to have a fast GTP. If you're looking for a cushy cruiser with okay power (but pretty poor gas mileage) I guess it's an all right choice. Subaru L's are 1.8's, but only until you swap one. wgknestrick said it right... you could buy an L ($2500) and do a full WRX swap (~$3000 if you do it yourself) and have plenty of money left over. In that light a chassis the WRX 5-speed is happier and it would make for a quick car with basic mods. But I think you're a little more into the whole "looks" thing, and unfortunately an L won't really do that for you in stock form. Why don't you like Honda's? If you're entertaining VW's, Honda's are a cheaper, more reliable alternative, just aren't quite as aesthetically pleasing. __________________ *To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.*

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12-01-2006, 08:50 PM	#22
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	lol, so far im really itchin for a subie, i juss love the way they sound... Gimme some tips on subies, prices ect.

12-01-2006, 08:54 PM	#24
CHAOS TST Ruined My Life! Banned Join Date: Jun 2006 Member #2120 My Ride: 1984 Cadillac Brougham iTrader: (1)	find yourself a 99-01 2.5rs... the coupes are nasty... and the aftermarket is huge...Renegade_ aka Justin has one... its a fun car... plus with a little swap or some boost.. you can have a LOT of fun.

12-01-2006, 08:58 PM	#25
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	yea, i been looking, havent seen one yet...def leaning towards a subbie...they sound so sweet

12-01-2006, 09:05 PM	#28
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	lol, if i find a 2.5 near 6 its mine

12-01-2006, 10:51 PM	#32
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	Subaru L's are 1.8's or I would. Im leanin GTP

12-01-2006, 11:29 PM	#36
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	im entertainin erything at this point. I honestly dont want nething ill have to swap, cause it would be DD and id never really get around to it...I want sumin nice that offers good speed with bolt ons...

12-01-2006, 11:43 PM	#37
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	and GTP's Run 14.5's with a lighter pulley and intake

12-02-2006, 12:42 AM	#39
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	GtP is half the price. And i hate dodge. idk. i have to look into it all

12-02-2006, 01:16 AM	#40
Willdue Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Catasaqua Member #2000 My Ride: To many VW's iTrader: (3)	Guys, basically what I want is a STOCK 4 banger/6 banger maybe. Thats not expensive and that i will be able to make my payments and be able to mod. I never really had a stock car to work with, i did have my last eclipse but smahsed it to soon. Never really had a car that was worth modding with potential. Over this winter I will prolly look to sell my eclipse, and prolly drive my laser more then the eclipse, and try and sell both. I have to drive one, so which one you think will have more potential to sell with me drivin it around? You guys prolly know more then me bout cars and this kinda stuff and prolly have more experiance, so thats what im lookin for.