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JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 08:29 PM

I know there is 100000 threads like this but I really need help. In 26 days I will be 16 and need to look into a first car. I really want a car I can mod and learn alot from. I need all the help I can get.

Nick Merrone · 02-24-2010, 08:33 PM

Get a 240. Don't get an integra or civic like every other kid in levittown.

P_856 · 02-24-2010, 08:37 PM

im all for 240s too there cheap and easy to mod but i dont think you should get a rwd car for your 1st car its not very forgiving esp in the rain, and u can forget about driving it if there's snow out

JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Nick Merrone

Get a 240. Don't get an integra or civic like every other kid in levittown.

I have been looking on craiglist everyday and never find any good 240's for a good price. And I am over with the Honda's don't want to get my first car stolen.

jspek · 02-24-2010, 08:43 PM

stay away from 240s. get something front wheel drive and that works. its stupid to dump money into something that youll most likely wreck eventually.

Foolinaround · 02-24-2010, 08:49 PM

saturn sl2 for a daily. get a project for sidework

**Got Insulin?** · 02-24-2010, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by JDMTyler3326

I have been looking on craiglist everyday and never find any good 240's for a good price. And I am over with the Honda's don't want to get my first car stolen.

Honda's are where it's at. If you're smart, the first mod you'll do to any investment (read: car, money, etc) you'll protect it. Your first mod should always be an alarm for any whip, IMHO. Grab a non-turbo DSM. They're cheap, good on gas, super forgiving (especially if you're learning to drive stick), and they're good looking with plenty of aftermarket.

Xclusive_Russ · 02-24-2010, 08:57 PM

Subaru! Awesome sounds with very little exhaust work, AWD, fairly cheap and easy to work on, and not stolen

Plus if you shop around you can get a deal on one like me from an old lady.

JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 09:02 PM

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Originally Posted by jspek

stay away from 240s. get something front wheel drive and that works. its stupid to dump money into something that youll most likely wreck eventually.

Not everyone wrecks their first car.

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Originally Posted by Foolinaround

saturn sl2 for a daily. get a project for sidework

I don't know about that. I am not really a fan of Saturn's.

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Originally Posted by Got Insulin?

Honda's are where it's at. If you're smart, the first mod you'll do to any investment (read: car, money, etc) you'll protect it. Your first mod should always be an alarm for any whip, IMHO. Grab a non-turbo DSM. They're cheap, good on gas, super forgiving (especially if you're learning to drive stick), and they're good looking with plenty of aftermarket.

I would just be worried about my car if I got a Honda. In school at the mall I would Always be worrying. And for the DSM I am fan of the older Talon's.

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Originally Posted by Xclusive_Russ

Subaru! Awesome sounds with very little exhaust work, AWD, fairly cheap and easy to work on, and not stolen

Plus if you shop around you can get a deal on one like me from an old lady.

For a very long time I wanted a older Legacy or a Forester Wagon, Manual of coruse.

**TROLL** · 02-24-2010, 09:06 PM

whats your budget?
what are you interested in?

to be honest... you posted this thread to ask everyone else, but you're the only one who can really answer the question, especially with the little info you've given.

i would highly recommend just getting something cheap, gas efficient, and fwd for the time being. everyones first car gets some abuse in one way or another and no you will not be an exception. if you really want a project down the road then my next recommendation would be to be patient and save until you can do what you really want to do, and do it right the first time. so many people sink money into sinking ships... so much effort into polishing a turd and after tons of time and money they dont have much to show for it.

DPancoast · 02-24-2010, 09:10 PM

honda for sure man.. your first car is the car you learn with... snow... accidents... tickets... etc.

just get something easy to maintain and easy to work on yourself.

**Got Insulin?** · 02-24-2010, 09:11 PM

Now you're cookin' with gas. Non-tubo, 150K, and it belongs to another member now, and she never gave me a problem. FWD, 5MT, cheap on gas, cheap on insurace. They can be had all day for >3000. I'm with Bryan, though. Give yourself a budget, then work in that.

However, we're all polishing turds, boss-man. 600hp Supra, and I bet it still runs 12s.

lol

After all, to non-car people, they're just cars.

JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by TROLL

whats your budget?
what are you interested in?

to be honest... you posted this thread to ask everyone else, but you're the only one who can really answer the question, especially with the little info you've given.

i would highly recommend just getting something cheap, gas efficient, and fwd for the time being. everyones first car gets some abuse in one way or another and no you will not be an exception. if you really want a project down the road then my next recommendation would be to be patient and save until you can do what you really want to do, and do it right the first time. so many people sink money into sinking ships... so much effort into polishing a turd and after tons of time and money they dont have much to show for it.

My budget is about $3,200. Really I am interested in alot of cars. I don't want a big project car but I want something I can mess around with and learn alot from messing around with it.

jesus_ralliart · 02-24-2010, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by TROLL

whats your budget?
what are you interested in?

to be honest... you posted this thread to ask everyone else, but you're the only one who can really answer the question, especially with the little info you've given.

i would highly recommend just getting something cheap, gas efficient, and fwd for the time being. everyones first car gets some abuse in one way or another and no you will not be an exception. if you really want a project down the road then my next recommendation would be to be patient and save until you can do what you really want to do, and do it right the first time. so many people sink money into sinking ships... so much effort into polishing a turd and after tons of time and money they dont have much to show for it.

in so many words, this. learn from other ppl's mistakes is the take home message

JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 09:16 PM

Got Insulin? I do like those cars alot. But arn't they known for motor problems?

**Got Insulin?** · 02-24-2010, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by JDMTyler3326

Got Insulin? I do like those cars alot. But arn't they known for motor problems?

It's all in the driver, kid. But you're probably thinking about the dreaded "crank-walk" but that only happen to fools with turbo engines. My old one (the one posted) and any of the non-turbo second-gens had the Chrystler 420a motor, same as a Neon. Maintence is key to any car.

JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 09:28 PM

Do you know of any goood forums I am read up on?

Foolinaround · 02-24-2010, 09:59 PM

dsmtalk. dsmtuners. clubdsm. vfaq.

Also there is a 2g up the road from me for sale at a car dealership. havent looked if its 2gb or not.

JDMTyler3326 · 02-24-2010, 10:03 PM

Thanks man ! I will check those forums out.

Also I have been looking into a Nissan HardBody (5 Speed).

Rally Sport · 02-24-2010, 10:06 PM

Get a Subie! u'll fall in love with the boxer rumble.

02-24-2010, 08:29 PM	#1
JDMTyler3326 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Around Member #9917 My Ride: ^ iTrader: (0)	Car Help. I know there is 100000 threads like this but I really need help. In 26 days I will be 16 and need to look into a first car. I really want a car I can mod and learn alot from. I need all the help I can get.

02-24-2010, 08:49 PM	#6
Foolinaround TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McGuire AFB Member #9448 My Ride: 2016 GTI SE w/PP/Boeing C-17 Globemaster III iTrader: (2)	saturn sl2 for a daily. get a project for sidework __________________ -John C-17 Loadmaster DenOfDebauchery

02-24-2010, 08:57 PM	#8
Xclusive_Russ Tri-State Aficionado Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: LI, NY Member #15451 My Ride: 2010 Impreza 2.5i/1999 OBS iTrader: (0)	Subaru! Awesome sounds with very little exhaust work, AWD, fairly cheap and easy to work on, and not stolen Plus if you shop around you can get a deal on one like me from an old lady. __________________ Subaru Outback Sport - "My groceries are faster than your groceries." To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures. 1999 Outback Sport Cam'd (For sale) 2010 Impreza 2.5i Hatch

02-24-2010, 09:11 PM	#12
Got Insulin? Hard Snarker Super Moderator Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Philly Member #7591 My Ride: 01 Audi TT 225, GVR-4 #72/1000, 91 TSi AWD iTrader: (16)	Now you're cookin' with gas. Non-tubo, 150K, and it belongs to another member now, and she never gave me a problem. FWD, 5MT, cheap on gas, cheap on insurace. They can be had all day for >3000. I'm with Bryan, though. Give yourself a budget, then work in that. However, we're all polishing turds, boss-man. 600hp Supra, and I bet it still runs 12s. lol After all, to non-car people, they're just cars. __________________ -Taylor DenOfDebauchery Last edited by Got Insulin?; 02-24-2010 at 09:16 PM.

02-24-2010, 09:59 PM	#18
Foolinaround TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: McGuire AFB Member #9448 My Ride: 2016 GTI SE w/PP/Boeing C-17 Globemaster III iTrader: (2)	dsmtalk. dsmtuners. clubdsm. vfaq. Also there is a 2g up the road from me for sale at a car dealership. havent looked if its 2gb or not. __________________ -John C-17 Loadmaster DenOfDebauchery

02-24-2010, 08:33 PM	#2
Nick Merrone Tri-State Post Whore Banned Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: philly Member #10807 My Ride: c18det hatch iTrader: (1)	Get a 240. Don't get an integra or civic like every other kid in levittown.

02-24-2010, 09:16 PM	#15
JDMTyler3326 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Around Member #9917 My Ride: ^ iTrader: (0)	Got Insulin? I do like those cars alot. But arn't they known for motor problems?

02-24-2010, 09:28 PM	#17
JDMTyler3326 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Around Member #9917 My Ride: ^ iTrader: (0)	Do you know of any goood forums I am read up on?

02-24-2010, 10:03 PM	#19
JDMTyler3326 TST Ruined My Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Around Member #9917 My Ride: ^ iTrader: (0)	Thanks man ! I will check those forums out. Also I have been looking into a Nissan HardBody (5 Speed).

02-24-2010, 10:06 PM	#20
Rally Sport Tri-State Addict Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Huntingdon Valley/TU Member #14869 My Ride: 02 Impreza 2.5RS iTrader: (0)	Get a Subie! u'll fall in love with the boxer rumble. __________________ -Alex To view links or images in signatures your post count must be 10 or greater. You currently have 0 signatures.