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Smart Shopper What's the best vehicle for my needs?
1145 messages, Last post on Sep 17, 2009 at 12:59 PM
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I want to upgrade from my current car, but I can't decide what to get. My budget is around 15k and roughly an extra 2k towards any upgrades I might want. I currently have my eyes set on 5 different cars: 1994-1997 Mitsubishi 3000gt VR-4, 2001 BMW M5, 2003 BMW M3, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe, and a 2003 Ford Mustang Cobra SVT. I want a high performance car that's under 13 second 1/4 miles. I'm also looking for something that will have a stylish exterior and interior. The most import thing is the performance though. Thanks for any help.
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Replying to: shake15 (Jun 30, 2009 8:48 pm) |
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Replying to: plekto (Jun 30, 2009 8:02 pm)
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I think that covers it. I would like a used sporty luxury sedan that can fit a car seat in it. I'm riding around in a 2001 Volkswagen Jetta and it's time to treat myself. The car I want needs to be at least as roomy inside as my Jetta, but I'd also like it to be sporty, safe and have luxury features. Also, front wheel or all wheel drive, good in snow. Looking to spend around 15-18k, again this is used obviously. Nothing older than 2002, nothing over say 60k miles. To that end I've been thinking: BMW 3 series (325xi, 330xi) Mercedes C class Volvo S60/S70 Acura TL Audi A4/A6 Any advice? It doesnt have to have *amazing* performance in terms of sports car, I value a powerful but clean, quiet, smooth ride with a nice interior and cockpit. Also needs to be able to handle a car seat for my son and comfortable for adults in rear too would be nice! |
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Replying to: suydam (Jul 01, 2009 5:18 am) He did say 0-60 in under 8 seconds. With a manual, he will easily accelerate as fast as the traffic around him. Also, due to the fact that they get those ratings by dropping the clutch at redline and hammer it to death to get those ratings.(read 50 such launches before the transmission pretty much eats itself). What really matters is transitional speeds and getting in and out of traffic. Any V6 will be competant enough.
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Replying to: dash5 (Jul 01, 2009 6:10 am) IMHO, the S60 is the best semi-luxo used-car bargain, if you want FWD. BUT, the back seat is kinda tight for your purposes. For AWD, also consider the G35X. It is a tad roomier than the S60, but you will suffer quite the fuel penalty.
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Replying to: plekto (Jul 01, 2009 6:42 am) Poster said he wants auto, though. |
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Replying to: shake15 (Jun 30, 2009 8:48 pm) Stylish is in the eye of the beholder. In any case, I think there are other options that might serve you better. How about a WRX? Doesn't take all that much to bump those up to amazing performance levels. Or a 300ZX turbo. Would be FAR cheaper to purchase, giving you LOTS of leftover money for upgrades and maintenance. |
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Replying to: qbrozen (Jul 01, 2009 7:18 am) Do you have any input on the BMW 3 series AWD's? I'm curious if the ride is smooth and quiet and how big it is compared to say my Jetta. Or is it more of a sports car, rough and louder revving. Thanks again, will definitely check out the S60's.
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Replying to: dash5 (Jul 01, 2009 7:33 am) |
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