Share your dream realistic two-car garage

"D" (danjee) 09/16/2013 at 22:32 • Filed to: oppo games

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I'll define realistic as something you can actually afford to pull off within three years. Yes, you can imaginary-sell your current car(s) to raise funds. You've gotta pay for everything though.

1. My '93 Miata, with all the mods I imagine having done in three years. In addition to my bucket seat, I want upgraded brakes (these are right around the corner IRL), lightweight 15" wheels, stickier tires, a roll bar, and maybe a little suspension work. Nothing that kills the original car's character.

2. A Volvo 740 Turbo with the four speed. Must be a beater. I'd do all the cheap eurotrash aesthetic mods, such as rectangular French-yellow foglamps, any sort of black wheel (like black steel is seriously fine), tinted windows, smoked taillights, clear indicator lights all around, loud & ugly exhaust, and lots of eurotrash stickers. Perhaps reupholster the seats with Mexican blankets.

kouryuuk > D 09/16/2013 at 22:38

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Well mine is easy because I already own one of my dream cars,

I would keep my GTI but add some sweet upgrades, it would be my DD grocery getter that can kick ass on the highway.

I would buy a used Cayman S in a few years when the prices drop.

I would also keep my Crown Victoria and maybe do a Diesel V10 swap?

Bandit > D 09/16/2013 at 22:41

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A 1978 Trans Am and a Miata/944/modified (stiffen chassis, more power) GM kappa platform car. I'm already halfway done with my list!

D > Bandit 09/16/2013 at 22:42

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You, me, and kouryuuk have all decided to keep our current car. I bet most people will.

Jayhawk Jake > D 09/16/2013 at 22:43

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My Sonic, and a Miata or Boxster to compliment it. A Boxster would be preferable, but a Miata would probably be more economical

Anon > D 09/16/2013 at 22:44

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1. A W123 Mercedes 300CD. It will be outrageously reliable, classy, and awesome!

2. E24 6 series.

MR2_FTW - Group J's resident Stig > D 09/16/2013 at 22:44

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1. My 88 AW11 MR2 SC with all existing mods plus body work/paint job (my car pictured below)

2. My 86 MX72 Cressida Wagon with the P-Type Celica-Supra wheels I have finally polished and installed and slammed to the ground, plus a full exhaust. (what I wish mine looked like below)

Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy > D 09/16/2013 at 22:45

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MKIV Jetta TDI Sport: Canadian exclusive, father's old car, high MPG's with a turbocharged diesel, DOESN'T SUCK, really easy with a manual, great DD. (One pictured is a 2004 m/y)

MKII Mazda MX-6: old school fun car. 2.5L V6, another car my father owned, manual of course.

Joe_Limon > D 09/16/2013 at 22:45

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Welp... Three years and my 09 Impreza will be paid off... Then I suppose I can start payements on an outback or tribeca or something.

Milky > D 09/16/2013 at 22:45

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Your two are solid, heres mine ... I'm already half way there.

TheBaron2112 > D 09/16/2013 at 22:45

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I can't afford the 911 I want (read: any 911), so I'll have to say that my dream 2-car garage is the fleet I have right now!

Ford Fiests ST, Porsche 944.

Me and Jayhawk are very much alike in our wants and needs.

D > MR2_FTW - Group J's resident Stig 09/16/2013 at 22:46

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cheers to living your realistic dream!

Sn210 > D 09/16/2013 at 22:46

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Dream and Realistic?! If I try really hard, I might be able to pull off a new S4 for my daily driver. For a toy, I'd have to keep it basic and go with a AW11 Toyota MR2. I think this would be my ideal, best possible combo that's marginally realistic and dream like.

MR2_FTW - Group J's resident Stig > Sn210 09/16/2013 at 22:47

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I approve

GhostZ > D 09/16/2013 at 22:47

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Car 1:

All-original interior with some cosmetic exterior mods. Extremely comfortable highway cruiser with a built N/A L28, super reliable.

Car 2:

Twin-turbo small-displacement v8 and a bunch of racing bits. Completely custom chassis and interior with a HP/Weight ratio that would make God cry.

If my friends need back seats, they can take the bus.

GhostZ > Anon 09/16/2013 at 22:48

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Best BMW? Best BMW.

D > Zipppy, Mazdurp builder, Probeski owner and former ricerboy 09/16/2013 at 22:49

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Bump out of the grey. I like your taste.

Your boy, BJR > D 09/16/2013 at 22:53

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We'll start with a 9-3 Viggen.....oh wait I have that already. Okay.....so I guess I'll move onto the next dream car, a roundie tail 2002........wait, no......I have that too. Okay. Looks like all is well. My work here is done.

HammerheadFistpunch > D 09/16/2013 at 22:54

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Half way into my 3 year plan.
Part 1- land cruiser fzj80
Part 2- after my wife gets used to the cruiser i can sell her on the idea of a more frugal car for dd, enter na miata or sw20 mr2

Squid > D 09/16/2013 at 22:56

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My 99 Miata on some nice suspension and some light 15's with the flyin miata chassis kit thrown at it.

And for my second it would be a bug eye wrx wagon. I'd just be happy to find a relatively clean one at this point, but I would be willing to take a later wrx and facedown it to a bug eye. either way I will have a bug eye wagon. Maybe a beat to hell bug eye 2.5 RS and do a STi swap. . . Meh, I'd just be happy with a wagon.

The Transporter > D 09/16/2013 at 22:59

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This is my rifle:

This is my gun:

This is for fighting:

This is for fun:

dieselwagon > D 09/16/2013 at 23:03

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LC100 (Diesel, Manual)

Accord Wagon (Diesel, Manual)

GhostZ > The Transporter 09/16/2013 at 23:04

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Can't tell if compensating for driving a Miata, or if compensating for driving the Hummer....

Seriously! Talk about balancing out two extremes! Good picks.

GhostZ > GhostZ 09/16/2013 at 23:08

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Also, to prove that this is "realistic" the first car is under $10,000 easily, and the second comes in around $30-40,000. Neither of which are more expensive than a Mustang V6 or GT respectively.

Orange Exige > Sn210 09/16/2013 at 23:08

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I approve too.

Of course I expect MR2_FTW to list his own (freakin awesome) AW11, but I wouldn't expect much more from anybody else...

I shouldn't think of it too much though because it'll hurt my heart when I think about the fact that I'm away at college (albeit 40 minutes away) and my AW11 is sitting in my garage like a hapless soul who's head gasket job would have been done if not for a stupid leak just before I could take it to school with me...

Orange Exige > Milky 09/16/2013 at 23:09

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Now which half is it...?

Ferrero1911 > D 09/16/2013 at 23:10

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I would keep the Abarth and add a RHD RX-7 with a crazy JDM body kit. Something along the lines of this but with fixed headlights.

We already have 3 Miata's, so...yeah.

Leadbull > D 09/16/2013 at 23:12

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I'm going to cheat and extend it to 4-5 years. Because broke college student.

HammerheadFistpunch > dieselwagon 09/16/2013 at 23:13

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Man i wish i could get either diesel or manual in my cruiser....americasigh....

Makoyouidiot > D 09/16/2013 at 23:13

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New Mazdaspeed 3. Should be out by then. Or Mazdaspeed 6. Either or. That is the wife's. On my side of the garage....07 Range Rover Supercharged.

55Buick, Oversteer Scientist > D 09/16/2013 at 23:14

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I fell in love with 1955 Buicks. My 55 Super is pictured below in my garage (sorry, I had no pictures of it on my iPad, so I just took a picture. My other dream is a 55 Century convertible, with a manual of course. Red and white, because Murrica

Kinja sucks and I can only upload 1 picture, so here's my Super

Milky > Orange Exige 09/16/2013 at 23:17

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I assumed (wrongfully) that it would be easy to figure out because one of them has a lot smaller entry price. Also I like what your name implies.

JQJ213- Now With An Extra Cylinder! > D 09/16/2013 at 23:19

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1. 1991 Volvo 242 DL Wagon. I don't know why, but I have always loved this thing. I love the looks, the practicality, the safety, and it just seems timeless. I'd love to get it with a manual but you can't be too picky.

2. 1981 VW Golf GTI. Another old car that is just so cool. It started the hot hatch craze. This must be had with a manual. I just need to hurry on one of these because they will start appreciating in value soon.

Orange Exige > D 09/16/2013 at 23:20

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Realistic two car garage...

One, I gotta say a Chrome Orange Exige S or S240. Naturally.

Secondly, I dunno - I suppose I gotta be somewhat reasonable, right?

I could easily say NA/NB Miata, but hopefully I'll have a family to drive around too. In that case, E36 coupe. M3 very possible in the farther future, but a 328is or 323is with some tasteful mods even would be good.

In fact, I'm actually considering an E36 coupe as my next car if I do go ahead and get a motorcycle as I hope to.

D > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist 09/16/2013 at 23:20

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Wow, beautiful!

Leadbull > 55Buick, Oversteer Scientist 09/16/2013 at 23:21

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1. Download chrome, use "select desktop site" feature.

2. Post all the pics you want

3. ???

4. Profit

Orange Exige > Milky 09/16/2013 at 23:22

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Thanks :)

I didn't want to assume too much ya know. Either I'd hafta compliment you on your selection or empathize with you as a fellow future Lotus owner :P

Milky > Orange Exige 09/16/2013 at 23:25

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Someday my friend, well know whats its like to have the perfect driving feeling go through our bodies.

scoob > D 09/16/2013 at 23:27

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Since I'm still in high school and don't actually have any money at all, I'll do some hopefully realistic and "cheap" stuff.

D > scoob 09/16/2013 at 23:31

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I went the cheap route too—even cheaper than thou—because I'm just starting college. Guess where my money's going!

scoob > D 09/16/2013 at 23:32

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Hmm, lemme guess. On drugs!

D > scoob 09/16/2013 at 23:39

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something like that

Decay buys too many beaters > D 09/16/2013 at 23:41

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Car 1: My FR-S with a host of tasty mods. Or maybe (if they make it) the new rotary engine car Mazda is working on

Car 2: My Jetta (or another similar beater if the jetta quits)

RustySpanner > D 09/16/2013 at 23:46

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One for fun off road, one for fun on road. I lived this dream until I ran in to logistical problems with having just one car space, which I'm hoping to rectify next year.

D > RustySpanner 09/16/2013 at 23:47

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Which car went?

MitsubiShe > D 09/16/2013 at 23:49

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I'll bite.

1. My current car, 2011 Mitsubishi Evolution X GSR, but with a new turbo and a few other little upgrades. :)

2. A Jeep Wrangler, 2 door, manual. Not picky, just one in decent shape that I can lift and go play with.

Realistically, though, it'll be my Evo and the BF's Mazdaspeed Miata. :(

RustySpanner > D 09/16/2013 at 23:58

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I chose the Mazda since it was the fun toy that was the least practical :( Looking for a modded NA next year to replace it once I get space. In the meantime I've worked the motor on the 4x4 to approximate some semblance of sportiness from it.

GhostZ > scoob 09/17/2013 at 00:01

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There's a College student with an old R32 near me. It screams. I love those things.

TheD0k_2many toys 2little time > D 09/17/2013 at 00:02

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My current DD miata with some upgrades and a late 80's foxbody with current 5.0 swap

The Transporter > GhostZ 09/17/2013 at 00:03

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Yes, I am compensating.

PlayerWAN > D 09/17/2013 at 00:15

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My dream only depends on availability, because believe it or not (it's easy to believe once you keep reading), I already have the funds for them. But they're both pretty much unicorn level hard to find in good shape (and stock).

1. AW11 MR2, I'd rock it completely stock (okay okay, maybe I'd upgrade the suspension and add nice wheels), like this:

2. A GC Impreza with a STi drivetrain and an EJ22T swap from a 93-96 Legacy Turbo. I'd rock it on steelies, like such:

Again, if only I could find examples in good condition within a reasonable distance...

Biapilotaceman > D 09/17/2013 at 00:40

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Hmmm, well since we're being realistic I'll include the car I already own.

1.) Ford Mustang GT, perhaps with an addition of some light modification; Struts/Shocks, a Big Brake Kit so that I don't have to worry about overheating brakes at the track, and a set of wheels that would fit some Michelin Pilot Super Sports.

2.) Another 2000-something Porsche Boxster S like the one that caught fire, preferably one that's had the IMS bearing replaced with something sturdier or one of the after-'05 models with the different engine and also running Michelin Pilot Super Sports because they're fantastic.

The Real Dacia Sandero > D 09/17/2013 at 00:58

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Eventually, I want to sell my current NA and get a '91 BRG. For car #2 I'd like some form of a wagon or sedan. Either like a Fiesta ST or new Mazda 3 for a daily/gear hauling.

Bonhomme7h > D 09/17/2013 at 01:19

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If I sell my fun-but-too-juvenile 2.5RS coupé and get a daily driver and a weekend trail vehicle, that may look like this:

JasonStern911 > D 09/17/2013 at 01:44

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Realistically...

Porsche 996TT with X50 package. All wheel drive, ~450 horsepower, and "functional as long as you only carry skinny girls or little kids" back seats. Surprisingly practical, so long as there isn't a ton of snow accumulating.

Nissan Frontier S/C Extended Cab with a tow package
So why this particular model? Reasonably sized back seats, a truck bed, four-wheel drive, the ability to tow toys, and a supercharged V6 means you could probably get away with anything for your first car so long as you pick something like this as your second car. And as much as I would love to put a X3/Cayenne Turbo here, the reliability and cheap maintenance is a factor.

So how close am I?

Naturally aspirated 996 C2 - I could have saved for a twin turbo, but then in my price range I would be looking at likely abused/undocumented versions.

Naturally aspirated Nissan Xterra with a tow package. Girl wasn't having a pickup, but the Xterra has made owning a Boxster and now a 911 perfectly reasonable as any dog hauling, Home Depot trips, motorcycle/quad hauling, etc. is handled by the Xterra.

911e46z06 > D 09/17/2013 at 01:45

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I'll miss you, handling.

JasonStern911 > Sn210 09/17/2013 at 01:49

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Honestly, given a budget, the AW11 would be a more reliable daily driver than an S4.

Ameirull Hafizi > D 09/17/2013 at 02:54

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My daily wokhorse:

Toyota previa Supercharge. already got one. (yay!)

Weekend hoonage mobile/daily:

JDM spec Honda Civic EG9 Ferio SiR because Vtak and I can get here in Malaysia. the unmolested ones are rare though..

BiTurbo228 - Dr Frankenstein of Spitfires > D 09/17/2013 at 05:35

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Only 2? I'd have to downsize the flett, but it'd probably be these two:

Alfetta saloon with a 3.0l V6 from a 75, in this gorgeous yellow:

The second one would be tricky. Probably a Triumph Stag running either ITBs (easier and sound fantastic) or modified 16v Dolly Sprint heads (exceedingly difficult but theoretically possible).

Either that or a Rover P6 V8 and a supercharged Alfetta GTV, or Triumph Dolomite Sprint and an XJS V12, or a 3.0l Alfa 156 and a Triumph Spitfire I6 (close to what I have now), or a Jaguar XJ40 estate and a Lancia Fulvia, or a 3.5l Alfa 6 and a Chevrolet Corvair, or a Maserati BiTurbo and a Matra Murena (if I hate parts availability), or an Alfa 159 Sportwagon and a Jaguar XJC, or a Peugeot 404 and a Triumph GT6, or a Reliant Scimitar and a Mazda RX-4, or a Lada Niva and a Jensen Interceptor, or a Volvo 142 and a Hillman Imp.

I have a lot of options.

Dann > D 09/17/2013 at 08:04

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2003-on Volvo S60 AWD 2.5T. I've always had a thing for the P2 Volvos, and the S60 is the best looking of the lot; and the post-2003 drivetrain had most of the bugs sorted.

2003-on Saab 95 Aero SportEstate. One of the best looking wagons of the 90s and 2000s, in my opinion. Decent performance out of the box and versatile!

Both can be bought for modest prices (under AU$10,000), which fall well within my budget.

Milky > Bonhomme7h 09/17/2013 at 09:28

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Comanche, nice call. Don't see too much love for those around.

D > Ameirull Hafizi 09/17/2013 at 14:48

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NICE on the Previa. My friend and I love those.

Wonk Unit > D 09/18/2013 at 13:41

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realistically, 3 years? hmm.

1: Abarth for daily

And a supra for fast.

Wonk Unit > TheBaron2112 09/18/2013 at 13:51

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Whats the ST like? i've been lusting for one but might choose an Abarth over it...

TheBaron2112 > Wonk Unit 09/18/2013 at 13:54

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I did an Opporeview here:

http://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/2014-ford-fies…

I've not driven an Abarth because the impracticality of 2 doors and no storage was too much for the fun factor to overcome. But the Fiesta—even though it does have 4 doors and what some call 'space' in the hatch—for all its practicality, DOES have a huge fun factor.

I hoon, therefore I am > D 09/18/2013 at 13:54

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I currently have a 1971 Nova with some goodies and an 84 633csi in my 'garage' (sadly, I don't currently have a garage, so the Nova is at a buddy's and the E24 gets sunned on). Though I'd sell the 633 and step up to an M635.

Some1Tguy > D 09/18/2013 at 14:27

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Pretty much there already. E36 M3 and E46 325 iT.

Wonk Unit > TheBaron2112 09/18/2013 at 15:04

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Good writeup! i'll have to go test one.

Nwdubbing > D 09/18/2013 at 15:59

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90s Subaru Impreza AWD Sedan with cammed EJ25 swapped in

98 grand Cherokee with the 5.9l

TractionControlOff > D 09/18/2013 at 20:59

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I'll go with my actual car and an E92 M3, if for nothing else, because of its exhaust note.