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Rado_VR6 · 10-14-2010, 09:08 PM

Long story, so here are the cliffs:

.I bought my Corrado as a project car before I got out the Air Force
.Decided to go ahead and fully restore it.(so far body and motor have been done, interior is actually pretty decent)
.Bought coilovers and wheels for said Corrado.
.Could have purchased another vehicle with the money spent on the project so far.

Now, seeing as how I've dumped thousands of dollars into this car, I figured I'd keep going and really get it into with boost and powdercoating. Unfortunately I neglected to remember that it snows out here in Jersey and even a FWD will have issues. I was stationed in Florida for quite a while so forgive me.

I've tossed the idea around of buying an Evo or an R32 for the AWD and safety. The R32 is very partial to me because I'm a VW nut, and they retain value extremely well. The Evo I can't deny because it's a serious beast and can make great power extremely easily. So really, there are 3 avenues to take, finish my Corrado and completely transform it, buy the R and go broke modding it with big power, or conform and buy the Evo? What do you guys see as the best option?

Bdub215 · 10-14-2010, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Rado_VR6

Long story, so here are the cliffs:

.I bought my Corrado as a project car before I got out the Air Force
.Decided to go ahead and fully restore it.(so far body and motor have been done, interior is actually pretty decent)
.Bought coilovers and wheels for said Corrado.
.Could have purchased another vehicle with the money spent on the project so far.

Now, seeing as how I've dumped thousands of dollars into this car, I figured I'd keep going and really get it into with boost and powdercoating. Unfortunately I neglected to remember that it snows out here in Jersey and even a FWD will have issues. I was stationed in Florida for quite a while so forgive me.

I've tossed the idea around of buying an Evo or an R32 for the AWD and safety. The R32 is very partial to me because I'm a VW nut, and they retain value extremely well. The Evo I can't deny because it's a serious beast and can make great power extremely easily. So really, there are 3 avenues to take, finish my Corrado and completely transform it, buy the R and go broke modding it with big power, or conform and buy the Evo? What do you guys see as the best option?

i could pitch an idea. just buy a normal DD that allows you to keep some bank for your project car. Jettas, passats those kinds of cars come to mind. but if you dont wanna do that i say go for a STI or something.

300zx_tt · 10-14-2010, 09:26 PM

r32 no doubt haha..... man save the money and buy a nice dd and finish up your vw when you finish it, sell it and start a new project

evomike · 10-14-2010, 09:34 PM

R32's don't hold value for **** you can get one for 11 no problem if you look hard enough

92sileighty · 10-14-2010, 09:45 PM

just get a regular wrx with some miles on it. it would be cheap and you can still throw money into the corrado.

Rado_VR6 · 10-14-2010, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by evomike

R32's don't hold value for **** you can get one for 11 no problem if you look hard enough

LOL, tell that to the Vortex. Those things BONE stock are going for 16k+. I've seen quite a few go for 20k.

evomike · 10-14-2010, 10:20 PM

When was the last time you looked

mx931 · 10-14-2010, 10:39 PM

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Originally Posted by evomike

When was the last time you looked

yea dude back in march the 04s or 05s or whatever were goin for 15k plus....

evomike · 10-14-2010, 11:00 PM

Nope 12 or 13 man with 50k if you pay anymore you got ripped.

Rado_VR6 · 10-14-2010, 11:02 PM

I just looked like half an hour ago.

Rado_VR6 · 10-14-2010, 11:05 PM

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Originally Posted by evomike

Nope 12 or 13 man with 50k if you pay anymore you got ripped.

So I should pay more for an Evo, yeah right.

evomike · 10-14-2010, 11:11 PM

I don't even know what that means and I just looked good deals are there you just gotta look.

OverBoostedEvo · 10-14-2010, 11:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Rado_VR6

So I should pay more for an Evo, yeah right.

How many big powered r32's do u see driving on the street... No where near as many evo's... Soo yea pay more for an evo n get more power, better handling and an overall much better car that has a way bigger backin and support

evo > r32

omgjacki · 10-15-2010, 12:21 AM

I vote R32. EVOs are too much money and the insurance on them is retarded.

Rado_VR6 · 10-15-2010, 12:23 AM

All a matter of opinion on what you're using the car for. I respect both, and while I love power, the Evo interior looks a little cheap. It's like driving a Terminator; tons of power, horrible cockpit.

I want owners of each car to voice their opinions on how they handle in the rain, snow, maintenance issues. Not saying I wouldn't be building it. I just want to know how safe it is for me and my son. Each route I plan on taking has numerous benefits and downfalls. Why would the Evo be a better purchase over the R, what am I missing out on if I pick up the Evo? undoubtedly I love my Corrado or else I wouldn't be spending that type of money. I'm just exploring options. I want to make a very informed decision on this and obviously some will be biased, but that's the fun in it.

And not to rule out WRX's and STI's, but so far, I've heard nothing but negative stories when it comes to the drivetrain. School me on it because I don't drive one obviously.

WolfsFang · 10-15-2010, 12:25 AM

Eclipse GSX!!

Rado_VR6 · 10-15-2010, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by WolfsFang

Eclipse GSX!!

How reliable are the 7 bolts over the 6 bolts? And if I were to buy one, I would definitely prefer one that had been well taken care of and enjoyed.

evomike · 10-15-2010, 12:35 AM

Seriously your best bet is to test drive cars, I had an Evo it was good to me and with snow tires it was great in the snow. It's going to depend on what Evo you buy moe had a front LSD I don't like the way the 03 and 04 evos drive it's all about what you like and what are you trying to spend.

WolfsFang · 10-15-2010, 12:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Rado_VR6

How reliable are the 7 bolts over the 6 bolts? And if I were to buy one, I would definitely prefer one that had been well taken care of and enjoyed.

from what alot of people say on DSM Tuners its nothing to worry about unless you start making alot of HP (i think like 500+). even then its sort of rare.

evomike · 10-15-2010, 12:40 AM

Yeah but you deal with old car stuff rust bad bushings and so on I completely regret buying a dsm.

10-14-2010, 09:08 PM	#1
Rado_VR6 Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Dat PA Member #17048 My Ride: .:R32 #3006 iTrader: (0)	Debating on a second vehicle. Long story, so here are the cliffs: .I bought my Corrado as a project car before I got out the Air Force .Decided to go ahead and fully restore it.(so far body and motor have been done, interior is actually pretty decent) .Bought coilovers and wheels for said Corrado. .Could have purchased another vehicle with the money spent on the project so far. Now, seeing as how I've dumped thousands of dollars into this car, I figured I'd keep going and really get it into with boost and powdercoating. Unfortunately I neglected to remember that it snows out here in Jersey and even a FWD will have issues. I was stationed in Florida for quite a while so forgive me. I've tossed the idea around of buying an Evo or an R32 for the AWD and safety. The R32 is very partial to me because I'm a VW nut, and they retain value extremely well. The Evo I can't deny because it's a serious beast and can make great power extremely easily. So really, there are 3 avenues to take, finish my Corrado and completely transform it, buy the R and go broke modding it with big power, or conform and buy the Evo? What do you guys see as the best option?

10-14-2010, 11:02 PM	#10
Rado_VR6 Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Dat PA Member #17048 My Ride: .:R32 #3006 iTrader: (0)	Re: Debating on a second vehicle. I just looked like half an hour ago.

10-15-2010, 12:21 AM	#14
omgjacki Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Gilbertsville, PA Member #5869 My Ride: 2018 CX-5 GT Premium, 2018 Honda Grom iTrader: (4)	I vote R32. EVOs are too much money and the insurance on them is retarded. __________________ Ryan M. Sherwood September 9, 1985 - October 7, 2009

10-15-2010, 12:23 AM	#15
Rado_VR6 Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Dat PA Member #17048 My Ride: .:R32 #3006 iTrader: (0)	Re: Debating on a second vehicle. All a matter of opinion on what you're using the car for. I respect both, and while I love power, the Evo interior looks a little cheap. It's like driving a Terminator; tons of power, horrible cockpit. I want owners of each car to voice their opinions on how they handle in the rain, snow, maintenance issues. Not saying I wouldn't be building it. I just want to know how safe it is for me and my son. Each route I plan on taking has numerous benefits and downfalls. Why would the Evo be a better purchase over the R, what am I missing out on if I pick up the Evo? undoubtedly I love my Corrado or else I wouldn't be spending that type of money. I'm just exploring options. I want to make a very informed decision on this and obviously some will be biased, but that's the fun in it. And not to rule out WRX's and STI's, but so far, I've heard nothing but negative stories when it comes to the drivetrain. School me on it because I don't drive one obviously.

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10-14-2010, 09:26 PM	#3
300zx_tt Tri-State Addict Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: lansdale Member #13531 iTrader: (0)	r32 no doubt haha..... man save the money and buy a nice dd and finish up your vw when you finish it, sell it and start a new project

10-14-2010, 09:34 PM	#4
evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	R32's don't hold value for **** you can get one for 11 no problem if you look hard enough

10-14-2010, 09:45 PM	#5
92sileighty Tri-State Post Whore Banned Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Springfield Member #6020 My Ride: 05 S2000 iTrader: (1)	just get a regular wrx with some miles on it. it would be cheap and you can still throw money into the corrado.

10-14-2010, 10:20 PM	#7
evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	When was the last time you looked

10-14-2010, 11:00 PM	#9
evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	Nope 12 or 13 man with 50k if you pay anymore you got ripped.

10-14-2010, 11:11 PM	#12
evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	I don't even know what that means and I just looked good deals are there you just gotta look.

10-15-2010, 12:25 AM	#16
WolfsFang Tri-State Addict Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: the only state that can FIST PUMP!!! (mahwah) Member #17214 My Ride: 2013 Scion FRS iTrader: (0)	Eclipse GSX!!

10-15-2010, 12:35 AM	#18
evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	Seriously your best bet is to test drive cars, I had an Evo it was good to me and with snow tires it was great in the snow. It's going to depend on what Evo you buy moe had a front LSD I don't like the way the 03 and 04 evos drive it's all about what you like and what are you trying to spend.

10-15-2010, 12:40 AM	#20
evomike Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Sep 2006 Member #2578 My Ride: 03 duramax and a 04 evo iTrader: (3)	Yeah but you deal with old car stuff rust bad bushings and so on I completely regret buying a dsm.