What car would you buy in 1997?

"JR1" (type35bugatti) 02/24/2016 at 12:05 • Filed to: what would you buy when, wwybw

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Rules: The car/truck had to be sold brand new in 1997.

One of the last truly crazy V12 Lamborghini’s the VT was a rear engine 500hp monster. As much as I love the Murcielago and the Countach the Diablo has a great blend of the Countach crazy and the Murcielago performance/refinement. I know super cars are a little bit unimaginative of a choice but this is the car for me.

What would you buy in 1997?

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450X_FTW > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:08

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Obvious answer is obvious. 1997 Dodge T Rex. 11 out of 10 on the BRO scale

JR1 > 450X_FTW 02/24/2016 at 12:09

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I had one these as an electric toy when I was younger. No way that thing is real!

Brian, The Life of > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:10

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Prolly a 993

http://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/de…

450X_FTW > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:11

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Oh it’s real, REALLY AWESOME!

Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:11

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JR1 > Brian, The Life of 02/24/2016 at 12:11

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I personally think these are overpriced right now but I can’t disagree with the choice. Nice pick

JR1 > 450X_FTW 02/24/2016 at 12:12

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Holy shit! SO AWESOME

JR1 > Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras 02/24/2016 at 12:12

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I never would have expected this from you

djmt1 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:13

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TVR Cerbera

AkursedX > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:13

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1997 Mazda RX-7 Type-FZ

FSI - alcohol enthusiast with a car problem > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:14

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1997 DeVille.

not for canada - australian in disguise > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:15

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I don’t know why, but the late model Paseo really appeals to me.

It’s kinda like if Toyota tried to make a CRX, but failed in almost every way. Still cool though.

JR1 > djmt1 02/24/2016 at 12:15

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Unfamiliar with it but since TVR I awesome it is crazy

Tripper > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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JR1 > AkursedX 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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Nice pick one of if not the best Jap car from the era

Steve in Manhattan > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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I owned a ‘97 SHO, but looking back I’d probably have one of these:

My citroen won't start > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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The composed 456

Steve is equipped with Electronic Fool Injection > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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Firehawk with LT4. Stupid, stupid car but oh my so much fun.

JR1 > FSI - alcohol enthusiast with a car problem 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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Interesting choice. Land yacht for sure

450X_FTW > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:16

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I saw this truck at the auto show in Detroit when I was a kid and fell in love with it ever since

JR1 > not for canada - australian in disguise 02/24/2016 at 12:17

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It does look cool. A little vanilla but cool vanilla

Thomas Donohue > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:17

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I’d take a 1997 911 GT1 Strabenversion.

If not, then a 1997 Porsche 911 GT2.

JR1 > Steve in Manhattan 02/24/2016 at 12:18

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Yeah never cared for that generation M5 but it is no doubt a great car

mazda616 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:18

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Good ol’ C5. This was the first year for them as the C4 bowed out in ‘96.

FSI - alcohol enthusiast with a car problem > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:18

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I would have chosen the Fleetwood but it was discountinued in ‘96.

JR1 > My citroen won't start 02/24/2016 at 12:18

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One of the better Ferrari 2+2s

JR1 > Steve is equipped with Electronic Fool Injection 02/24/2016 at 12:18

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Why stupid?

JR1 > Thomas Donohue 02/24/2016 at 12:19

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Oh good thinking! I forgot about the homologated crazy cars

Future next gen S2000 owner > 450X_FTW 02/24/2016 at 12:19

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I’ve heard women and man alike became pregnant just being near it. Is this true?

JR1 > mazda616 02/24/2016 at 12:19

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I never cared for the wheels on the 97

JR1 > FSI - alcohol enthusiast with a car problem 02/24/2016 at 12:20

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I would have picked the coupe DeVille myself. I liked the lines of that car

mazda616 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:20

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They’re not the best. But, I do like the coupe body style the most.

450X_FTW > Future next gen S2000 owner 02/24/2016 at 12:20

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They’ll need to produce a few more to test that theory.

djmt1 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:20

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Best TVR ever.

5:05 in watch it destroy everything.

Seriously the slowest Cerbera makes a mockery of the established powers. I’m so glad TVR are back.

BvdV - The Dutch Engineer > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:20

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This, preferably in dark green, dark blue or burgundy.

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:20

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1997 Lincoln Mark VIII LSC

Smooooooth looks and great power

JR1 > djmt1 02/24/2016 at 12:21

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Oh this is THAT TVR. Impressive

JR1 > MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner 02/24/2016 at 12:22

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Good choice. I like the Mark VIII. The interior was a cool dash layout I always though and the highway self leveling suspicion was a neat trick

dogisbadob > not for canada - australian in disguise 02/24/2016 at 12:22

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Yeah, it’s like a sporty Tercel, with a sunroof and white gauges!!!!!!!!

Also, that Focus wagon is nice too

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:23

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Ram V10. Always wanted one.

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > mazda616 02/24/2016 at 12:23

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I almost said this because first year of C5.

JR1 > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/24/2016 at 12:24

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One without rust on it? That is a rare rare thing

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:24

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1997 Miata M-edition. The last of the M editions, and the last NA special edition with a Torsen diff.

TheHondaBro > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:24

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RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:24

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Since MontegoMan already put down the Mark VIII, I’m gonna say a longcab Splash.

Because it was the 90s, man.

dogisbadob > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:28

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A 318ti with the canvas sunroof. I don’t think the shoe was out yet (came in 98). I like the first-gen SLK also, and manual transmisison was offered for the 98 model year, which went on sale in 97.

The Prelude SH is kinda cool, if you can get one that doesn;t burn oil like crazy. The 98 Accord EX-L sedan (which was released in 97), fully loaded with leather, sunroof, and manual transmission. Integra GSR’s get stolen too much to be enjoyable, otherwise I’d choose a GSR 4-door. S14's were still available in 97 also.

So many good choices!!!!

I know there’s no Toyota on my list, but 97 was more or less the beginning of the end for them, when they no longer were what they were for the preceding 5 years, being absolutely at the top.

JR1 > G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 02/24/2016 at 12:28

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Cool choice. Never would have thought about that

JR1 > TheHondaBro 02/24/2016 at 12:29

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Love the NSX

JR1 > RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht 02/24/2016 at 12:30

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Good pick. The Ranger was supposedly better than the S10 form the era

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:30

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Toyota celica gt-four

Why? Because rally car

Steve in Manhattan > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:30

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Thing is, I was just out of law school with a great new job. I could have bought a slightly used one. Thought also of a Saab convertible. Hindsight ...

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:33

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I looked at a rust-free one before I got the Audi. White with tan interior. The response I got was basically, “why the hell do you need an HD pickup?”, plus I realized that a) it was silly and pointless, b) it was a pain in the ass to live with, and c) it’s not really “me”. It’s not my favorite car from ‘97, but it will make a diverse addition to this 100 year garage.

JR1 > dogisbadob 02/24/2016 at 12:33

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So I guess I don’t follow? You pick the 97 Accord?

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:33

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I was smitten ever since I saw the colour and the polished Enkeis.

Brian, The Life of > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:34

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Agreed on the prices. I feel like the pricing bubble around classic Porsches in general is close to bursting,

Conan > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:34

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X308 XJR.

JR1 > Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero 02/24/2016 at 12:36

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Very cool. I never thought of that

RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:36

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Mostly, I like the stepside bed, I like the wheels, supercab option, 4WD available (and the 2WD were lowered), and it has the pushrod 4.0 with a five-speed available for the auto. Also, I had a toy R/C Splash in yellow which may be affecting my choice some. Okay, a lot.

dogisbadob > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:36

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98 Accord

JR1 > Steve in Manhattan 02/24/2016 at 12:37

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Hindsight is certainly 20/20

MultiplaOrgasms > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:38

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Since the Multipla was still two years away in ‘97: Coupé Turbo

Fuck you ‘98 had the Turbo Plus with all the good stuff from the LE (also from ‘98) that did 155mph.

JR1 > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/24/2016 at 12:38

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Yeah that is the thing when looking at this over 100 years diversity is key. And while not the best choice always something unique and different adds to the overall fictional variety.

JR1 > Brian, The Life of 02/24/2016 at 12:39

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I hope so! Maybe I can buy one then!

JR1 > Conan 02/24/2016 at 12:39

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Nice choice. Always gotta love a Jag

JR1 > RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht 02/24/2016 at 12:40

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I know what you mean! Nostalgia certainly drives the choice occasionally

JR1 > MultiplaOrgasms 02/24/2016 at 12:41

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Well then when I do 98 you can pick it then!

LongbowMkII > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:42

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The only correct answer is the McLaren F1.

RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:42

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It’s a good pick on its own merits, so I can’t apologize.

JR1 > LongbowMkII 02/24/2016 at 12:43

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Very true. The F1 is a legend

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:44

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Yeah. As I said a while ago, it wasn’t until you pointed out that I realized this was supposed to be one “collection”. I was going at it as “If you were transported bad to *insert year* and could have an unlimited budget, what would be your car?

For that question, in ‘97, I’d have a Bentley Turbo RT.

JR1 > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/24/2016 at 12:46

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Oh that is also a very good pick

Conan > djmt1 02/24/2016 at 12:47

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I so would if they were legal here.

Dean Beyer > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:48

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Birddog > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:48

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Dodge Neon ACR coupe.

Slant6 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:49

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1997 Tacoma. I miss my 1995 so much.

2.7, 4x4 and 5 speed please.

OpposResidentLexusGuy - USE20, XF20, XU30 and Press Cars > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:51

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I believe you spelled Jag wrong. I’m pretty sure its Jaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaag.

Dean Beyer > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:52

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Another acceptable answer.

misfitmascots > JR1 02/24/2016 at 12:59

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El Rivinado > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:06

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First year Jaguar XK8

DoYouEvenShift > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:09

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JR1 > Birddog 02/24/2016 at 13:10

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Why would you do that to yourself?

JR1 > Dean Beyer 02/24/2016 at 13:11

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This or the Porsche. I think the Porsche but this is a good answer. Best sports sedan of the era

JR1 > misfitmascots 02/24/2016 at 13:11

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In yellow and then I agree

JR1 > El Rivinado 02/24/2016 at 13:12

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So pretty

JR1 > DoYouEvenShift 02/24/2016 at 13:12

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Nice choice. First year too!

Birddog > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:14

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They were a lot better than people “remember” them to be. And they made fantastic budget racers.

JR1 > Birddog 02/24/2016 at 13:17

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Ugh I had to drive one for driving school and hated every minute. But to each their own

MultiplaOrgasms > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:20

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I WONT PICK A CAR TWICE YOU KNOW.

I got standards.

red014 > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:29

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Easy-peasy. McLaren F1, made new until 1999. Unfortunately the LM version was only made in 1995, otherwise that’d be the answer.

Jonee > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:52

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Renault Sport Spider. I like Renaults and this is the sportest spiderest car they made. Never been in one, but they sure look like fun.

JR1 > MultiplaOrgasms 02/24/2016 at 13:52

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As you should not.

JR1 > red014 02/24/2016 at 13:52

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One of the best cars of all time

JR1 > Jonee 02/24/2016 at 13:53

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That is awesome! I would love to have one

The Crazy Kanuck; RIP Oppositelock > JR1 02/24/2016 at 13:59

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A 1997 Dodge Viper GTS. The coupe body has aged so well.

AfromanGTO > JR1 02/24/2016 at 14:05

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Nissan Skyline GTR

Yes, a R33. I must be one of the few to like them.

Or if US only a Gray Viper with white stripes.

shop-teacher > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 02/24/2016 at 14:05

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I know a guy who’s had one since new. Never hauled more than a set of golf clubs. It’s still stock and mint.

shop-teacher > JR1 02/24/2016 at 14:07

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30th Anniversary Edition Camaro Z-28.

I’m a sucker for the hounds tooth seats.

daender > JR1 02/24/2016 at 14:14

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Nismo 400R. 44 produced, the ultimate R33 GTR with a 2.8L RB-X GT2 engine producing 400hp and other Nismo LeMans-grade racing parts carried directly over from the R33 GT-R LM program.

EmbraceTheRasp > JR1 02/24/2016 at 14:33

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As cool as the McClaren is, the car that has aged best of that generation in my opinion is the 911 GT2. Look at that thing. And if —this is a big if— it didn’t already kill you, you could probably sell it for north of $250K

wiffleballtony > JR1 02/24/2016 at 15:03

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Mandatory Diablo star given.