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TGilb2007 · 12-12-2009, 09:32 PM

Yea... so I am starting one of these threads. What of it?

ANYWHO... I have crunched some numbers, and figured, I can afford a car around $13k. Now, here are some requirements that I am looking for:

FWD/AWD - The winters in NE (and AWFUL snow removal) doesn't really allow for RWD.

Standard/Auto trans Doesn't matter. I can drive either.

Body style - If its a sedan, hatchback, or coupe, doesn't matter. No trucks or SUVs. Wagons only if its a WRX.

Motor I would like to stay N/A, but if the right deal comes along, it won't matter. I would like something decent on gas. No hybrids though.

Now, my choices:

Mazda 3i
Mazda 6
VW Rabbit
VW Golf
VW Jetta
Acura TL (a TAD over my price range, but like, $1k-2k more)

Any others to look into?

JB'sLGT · 12-12-2009, 09:45 PM

My brother will sell you his 06 Mazda 6 v6 (lots of 6s lol). It has 50k miles on it. The trans was replaced at 35k. Currently it burns about 1qt oil per 1000 miles. It will probably have a new engine soon since the people at Mazda are sooooooo helpful.

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TGilb2007 · 12-12-2009, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by JB'sLGT

My brother will sell you his 06 Mazda 6 v6 (lots of 6s lol). It has 50k miles on it. The trans was replaced at 35k. Currently it burns about 1qt oil per 1000 miles. It will probably have a new engine soon since the people at Mazda are sooooooo helpful.

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Wow. My buddy has an 06 MS6, never had any issues with that. Few other friends have a base 6i, without these problems either.

Your bother seemed to have bought a lemon.

JDMTyler3326 · 12-12-2009, 10:38 PM

rsx? 154841

lownslow95 · 12-12-2009, 11:07 PM

I would consider getting the WRX as it would be your best option for the ****ty weather you get in New England.

nissamax · 12-13-2009, 03:08 AM

Wrx

<<<< perfect

Glick · 12-13-2009, 03:23 AM

My suggestion would definitely be a WRX. If you plan on keeping it stock you will have very few if any problems given its condition. Speaking from personal experience I daily drove a WRX with 105,000 on the clock when I got it and drove it to 150,000 miles with VERY few issues, so don't let mileage worry you to much. Only major repair I had to perform was a clutch and even doing that was relatively pain free. Turbo + AWD doesn't exactly equal great MPG's but it was a very comfortable ride, and a pleasure to drive in any weather.

Proven · 12-13-2009, 07:12 AM

Not to sound completely bias but I think a WRX is your obvious choice. Or, a forester XT. If you want to get fancy check out RS25.COM and check out the swapped GC8's also.

stover · 12-13-2009, 11:10 AM

+1 for wrx

boostjunky · 12-13-2009, 11:43 AM

S40 or V40?

Bender · 12-13-2009, 11:48 AM

S40 might be a good pick - could also get an 03/04 S60 T5 in that price range.

Mine has been excellent.

260hp/260trq right outta the box and 30mph highway.

jjm4life · 12-13-2009, 11:53 AM

wrx or a swapped 2.5rs

rwd is doable up here, just have to have the right tires.

TGilb2007 · 12-13-2009, 11:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bender

S40 might be a good pick - could also get an 03/04 S60 T5 in that price range.

Mine has been excellent.

260hp/260trq right outta the box and 30mph highway.

I've thought about Volvo's, just don't know a lot on realibilty and that such of these cars. Good? Solid platform? I like their looks.

Quote:

Originally Posted by jjm4life

wrx or a swapped 2.5rs

rwd is doable up here, just have to have the right tires.

Rather stay away from swapped cars.

And I know RWD is doable, with the proper tires, but thats just more money to have to spend. Plus, there are only a few RWD cars that I actually REALLY like.

boostjunky · 12-13-2009, 12:47 PM

Most reliable Euro out there. Ultra solid feeling.

jjm4life · 12-13-2009, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TGilb2007

And I know RWD is doable, with the proper tires, but thats just more money to have to spend. Plus, there are only a few RWD cars that I actually REALLY like.

even with awd you still need the proper tire. without grip youre just spinning 4 wheels instead of 2
i still vote wrx

sinner · 12-13-2009, 02:50 PM

The WRX is the obvious choice, but I'd look for a 2 dr 2.5 rs 5spd. You don't see them often and would be cheaper then the wrx. You'd have some left over money for mods. Plus tracking down rare cars is fun. Of the other choices you listed, I like the GTI/golf.

sinner · 12-13-2009, 02:52 PM

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...2002&doors=Two Door&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=55&sta ndard=false&rdpage=thumb

sinner · 12-13-2009, 02:57 PM

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...2002&doors=Two Door&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=2417&s tandard=false

Whitekryptonit3 · 12-13-2009, 06:54 PM

You can pick up a Saab 92-X for around that price used.

EklipzGSXkid · 12-13-2009, 06:57 PM

Not sure if you'd be intersted, I have 8 95+ GSX's forsale, A 97' gst, a 90 1g gsx, an 01' jeep cherokee, an 08' tiburon, And a 98 n/t dsm aswell.

Edit: I'm sorry, I just seen you really are only looking for n/t cars. And no suv's either. I cannot help you i'm sorry for the post.

12-12-2009, 09:32 PM	#1
TGilb2007 Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Newark, DE/Providence, RI Member #3189 My Ride: 2006 Chevy Cobalt iTrader: (0)	Looking for a car.... One of THOSE threads. Yea... so I am starting one of these threads. What of it? ANYWHO... I have crunched some numbers, and figured, I can afford a car around $13k. Now, here are some requirements that I am looking for: FWD/AWD - The winters in NE (and AWFUL snow removal) doesn't really allow for RWD. Standard/Auto trans Doesn't matter. I can drive either. Body style - If its a sedan, hatchback, or coupe, doesn't matter. No trucks or SUVs. Wagons only if its a WRX. Motor I would like to stay N/A, but if the right deal comes along, it won't matter. I would like something decent on gas. No hybrids though. Now, my choices: Mazda 3i Mazda 6 VW Rabbit VW Golf VW Jetta Acura TL (a TAD over my price range, but like, $1k-2k more) Any others to look into? __________________ 06 Cobalt LT (Daily) / 99 W Cabrio (Project)

12-12-2009, 09:45 PM	#2
JB'sLGT Tri-State Addict Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Haddon Twp. Member #10156 My Ride: 05 Legacy GT, 97 M3 iTrader: (0)	My brother will sell you his 06 Mazda 6 v6 (lots of 6s lol). It has 50k miles on it. The trans was replaced at 35k. Currently it burns about 1qt oil per 1000 miles. It will probably have a new engine soon since the people at Mazda are sooooooo helpful. _____________ -> read here <- _____________ __________________ 05 Subaru Legacy GT: To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

12-13-2009, 03:08 AM	#6
nissamax Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Oct 2008 Member #9190 My Ride: Magic Carpet iTrader: (0)	Wrx <<<< perfect __________________ MY BUGEYE To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.

12-13-2009, 03:23 AM	#7
Glick Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Mount Joy, PA Member #3240 My Ride: 2006 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec-V iTrader: (0)	My suggestion would definitely be a WRX. If you plan on keeping it stock you will have very few if any problems given its condition. Speaking from personal experience I daily drove a WRX with 105,000 on the clock when I got it and drove it to 150,000 miles with VERY few issues, so don't let mileage worry you to much. Only major repair I had to perform was a clutch and even doing that was relatively pain free. Turbo + AWD doesn't exactly equal great MPG's but it was a very comfortable ride, and a pleasure to drive in any weather. __________________ Current Ride 2006 Nissan Sentra SE-R Spec-V 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII

12-13-2009, 07:12 AM	#8
Proven Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Feb 2006 Member #1547 My Ride: 99 RS-WRX iTrader: (0)	Not to sound completely bias but I think a WRX is your obvious choice. Or, a forester XT. If you want to get fancy check out RS25.COM and check out the swapped GC8's also. __________________ If they don't make it... Build it!

12-12-2009, 10:38 PM	#4
JDMTyler3326 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Around Member #9917 My Ride: ^ iTrader: (0)	rsx? 154841

12-13-2009, 11:10 AM	#9
stover Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: allentown nj Member #3483 My Ride: 2005 MINI Cooper S iTrader: (5)	+1 for wrx __________________ 89 Jetta GLI - VR6 turbo in progress 05 MINI Cooper S - Daily toy

12-13-2009, 11:43 AM	#10
boostjunky Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lehigh Valley Member #5261 My Ride: 1993 D27, 1994 D22A, 2004 CS7A iTrader: (0)	S40 or V40?

12-13-2009, 11:48 AM	#11
Bender Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Doylestown Member #5308 My Ride: 2002 Volvo S60 T5 - FWD Monster iTrader: (0)	S40 might be a good pick - could also get an 03/04 S60 T5 in that price range. Mine has been excellent. 260hp/260trq right outta the box and 30mph highway. __________________ 2010 GTI - Four Door, Candy White To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. Full Service Security Consultation. Last edited by Bender; 12-13-2009 at 11:50 AM.

12-13-2009, 11:53 AM	#12
jjm4life Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: boston Member #4443 My Ride: jew canoe iTrader: (0)	wrx or a swapped 2.5rs rwd is doable up here, just have to have the right tires. __________________ current: triumph, abarth gone:RS4 evo lotus(s) noble and a bunch of jeeps

12-13-2009, 12:47 PM	#14
boostjunky Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Lehigh Valley Member #5261 My Ride: 1993 D27, 1994 D22A, 2004 CS7A iTrader: (0)	Most reliable Euro out there. Ultra solid feeling.

12-13-2009, 02:50 PM	#16
sinner Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wilmington, DE Member #7761 My Ride: Built forged rotated sti iTrader: (0)	The WRX is the obvious choice, but I'd look for a 2 dr 2.5 rs 5spd. You don't see them often and would be cheaper then the wrx. You'd have some left over money for mods. Plus tracking down rare cars is fun. Of the other choices you listed, I like the GTI/golf.

12-13-2009, 02:52 PM	#17
sinner Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wilmington, DE Member #7761 My Ride: Built forged rotated sti iTrader: (0)	http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...2002&doors=Two Door&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=55&sta ndard=false&rdpage=thumb

12-13-2009, 02:57 PM	#18
sinner Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wilmington, DE Member #7761 My Ride: Built forged rotated sti iTrader: (0)	http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...2002&doors=Two Door&transmission=Manual&max_price=&cardist=2417&s tandard=false

12-13-2009, 06:57 PM	#20
EklipzGSXkid Tri-State Post Whore Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: PA Member #4554 iTrader: (13)	Not sure if you'd be intersted, I have 8 95+ GSX's forsale, A 97' gst, a 90 1g gsx, an 01' jeep cherokee, an 08' tiburon, And a 98 n/t dsm aswell. Edit: I'm sorry, I just seen you really are only looking for n/t cars. And no suv's either. I cannot help you i'm sorry for the post.

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