"CAR_IS_MI" (car-is-mi)
12/19/2013 at 16:05 • Filed to: None
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"CAR_IS_MI" (car-is-mi)
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So this is the very early stages here, but I am looking for some ideas. Once the garage is cleared out and I get rid of the money pits currently occupying the space (think 4-6 months from now) I will be looking for a new cheap car to have fun in.
The only vehicle in my stable I will be keeping is the Jeep. Everything else will either be sold or parted, and the replacement will not come until everything is gone. That being said, I like to have a game plan. What I want is something to fool around with, not to costly, and mostly reliable. It does not need to be fast (anything will feel fast compared to my Jeep) but it does need to be fun and have some form of readily available part support behind it. It will also end up getting some upgrades for auto-x and minor track days.
The only real requirement (mechanically) I have is that it is manual. other than that, it can be RWD, AWD, or even FWD (although I would prefer rear or all), and anywhere from 2 to 16 cylinders, N/A or forced.
Finally, I must be able to purchase this in decent running and driving condition for around $5,000. (I'd say +/- $1500 for the right car)
Currently on the thought list is (in no particular order) :
1: Porsche 914
2: Mazda Miata
3: Saab 9 3 Viggen coupe
4: E30 # series (Oversteer)
5: Subaru Impreza RS Coupe (Rotaryless Lover)
6: Lexus Sc300 (Rotaryless Lover)
7: Toyota Celica ST185 AllTrac (Rotaryless Lover)
8: Toyota MR2 SW20 (Rotaryless Lover)
9: Pontiac Fiero (Joest)
What would you add to my list for consideration.
Again, for cliff notes: Around $5,000, Manual, fun/sporty. GO
UnderSTeerEnthusiast - Triumph Fanboy
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:06 |
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E30 325is? That's just me. Maybe because I've been on an e30 kick lately, and that e30 hillclimb video did not help.
Joe_Limon
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:09 |
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Hmmm... Eagle Talon?
RotaryLover
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:10 |
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Toyota Tercel is the answer.
Wacko
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:13 |
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I will propose what I drive
A 6 speed manual AWD suzuki SX4. 150 HP in a car that's the size of a versa/fit. Actually a very fun small car, even more fun in the snow. SX4's are basically overbuilt. only problem, is that there is not much performance parts on the market except for RRM.
I also own a 97 jeep tj, but that is to go in the bush.
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CAR_IS_MI
> Joe_Limon
12/19/2013 at 16:18 |
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A 1st gen DSM is actually one of the money pits currently in the garage.
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CAR_IS_MI
> RotaryLover
12/19/2013 at 16:18 |
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Nice evo bro...
xx45xx
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:25 |
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http://tulsa.craigslist.org/cto/4235226472…
Sleeper truck master race!
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CAR_IS_MI
> xx45xx
12/19/2013 at 16:29 |
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Lol, there's a guy around here been trying to sell a 94 lightning for almost a year now. wants $4995 and the thing is beat to shit. It leaks, paint is faded, clear coat missing, just a mess. Cool trucks when maintained.
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Joe_Limon
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:29 |
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Hmmmmm, how about a recumbent bike and then tack on an ev kit?
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CAR_IS_MI
> Joe_Limon
12/19/2013 at 16:30 |
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Well at least I would be able to get back in a shape other than round...
StoneCold
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:30 |
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late C3/C4 'vette?
And if you hate your life, Rx-7.
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Joe_Limon
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:30 |
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Hey, round is a shape too!
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CAR_IS_MI
> StoneCold
12/19/2013 at 16:31 |
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I'd probably C3 over C4 unless ZR1, but chances of finding a running ZR1 for $5k ish. NOT.
And FC or FD (doesn't matter because apex seals)
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CAR_IS_MI
> Joe_Limon
12/19/2013 at 16:32 |
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Thats always my excuse when my father says, you need to go back to the gym and get back in shape. haha.
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Joe_Limon
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:34 |
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What part of the world do you live in?
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CAR_IS_MI
> Joe_Limon
12/19/2013 at 16:35 |
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The Desert. ('Merika Desert city of Lost Wages)
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Joe_Limon
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:37 |
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Hmm... Scratch the chevette thought then. Most of that fun comes with snow and ice.
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RotaryLover
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 16:39 |
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Thanks braw! Imma be flyin with that wing!
On a serious note, the Miata is really worth it and it's proven here in this community.
The Porsche and Saab will give you badass cool points...but I don't know how expensive parts are gonna be tho.
You could get a Rx7 FB 1984-85. A Subaru Impreza RS coupe. A third gen Supra, a Lexus SC400, ST162 Celica GT-Four, a SW20 or AW11 MR2, BMW e30 and so much more...
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CAR_IS_MI
> RotaryLover
12/19/2013 at 16:41 |
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SC400 only came in Auto (IIRC) but the SC300 had a manual variant and that had the 2JZ non turbo in it!
Also, how could I forget about the ST162 / ST186 (although I would much rather an ST204)
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RotaryLover
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 17:02 |
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Forgot about it for the SC400 hahaha. What do you think of aw11s?
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xx45xx
> CAR_IS_MI
12/19/2013 at 17:04 |
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damn dope heads
well with the ~$1500 that you save on this one (in theory), you could fix it up a bit.
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CAR_IS_MI
> RotaryLover
12/19/2013 at 17:04 |
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Im more of an SW20 fan. the AW11 isn't bad, but if I could get an SW20 I would.