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Proposed Budget: 10-20k CAD New or Used: either, but don't want the new car premium if I don't need it Body Style: 2/4 door How will you be using the car?: commuting about 50 km a day, occasional long trips out of town up to 600 km, driving in Southern Ontario snow What aspects are most important to you?mostly FE, reliability, and something I can show up to a meeting with that doesn't look like a transportation appliance. Good climate control is basically all I want. Maybe an aux jack for my phone. So having read the past 230 pages I figure I'm in line for a bunch of vehicles like a civic or an elantra. I'm having trouble narrowing down what to go sit in at the dealer. The Mazda 3 sounds like it has problems with snow and salt rust. The last time I drove manual was in Scotland 11 years ago. I'm sure it's all part of the driving experience, but I think I'd prefer an automatic. I'm not entirely against relearning however. My current car is a 2003 Buick that just got backed into by a mystery truck and a piston failed shortly after. I'll need a new one soon, as this busted piece of poo poo is not good for business. Thanks fellas
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If a civic or elantra meets the requirements so does a prius. A prius also still sort of defies class lines, ao if you're worried about looking like a filthy poor it works.
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Aug 18, 2016 23:52
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Internet Explorer posted:Goondolences. Have you looked at the FRS/BRZ? Possibly a WRX? skipdogg posted:Mustang GT convertible I think I'm going to shop the Lexus and Mercedes lines and see what I like there.
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Aug 18, 2016 23:55
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nm posted:If a civic or elantra meets the requirements so does a prius. A prius also still sort of defies class lines, ao if you're worried about looking like a filthy poor it works. Actually, I just want something that is less stodgy than the prius. I understand the appeal, but I'd rather get a coupe or something that is a little more fun.
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Aug 19, 2016 00:11
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nm posted:Also, do any of those (besides the lgt) have a tow rating? Obviously doesn't need to be high, but I wouldn't tow without anything unless you like being found at fault in any accident. I see lots of forums posts about the 3 not having a rating. I didn't realize so many cars didn't have a rating at all. That's disappointing, but not a deal breaker
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Aug 19, 2016 00:48
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photomikey posted:I'll turn 40 in a couple of months and it looks like I'm headed for divorce. I'm looking for a mid-life crisis car. Something sporty. Budget $20k-$30k, maybe something 3-6 years old. Convertible is a plus (I mean, it's a mid-life crisis car, might as well). I like Corvette, Camaro, etc, but maybe something slightly less "slap-you-across-the-face mid-life crisis car" and something more "cool mid-life guy" car. wait a couple months and get the new rf Miata?
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Aug 19, 2016 00:52
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DOOP posted:wait a couple months and get the new rf Miata?
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Aug 19, 2016 01:29
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I think your mid life crisis is being a oval office.
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Aug 19, 2016 01:35
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Nevermind, the RF Miata is pretty hot looking. Really hot looking. If I could get over the emasculating feeling of asking people if they want to go for a ride in my Miata. Sorry about my oval office-y attitude. I've been drinking since noon. This divorce stuff is hard.
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Aug 19, 2016 01:45
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Is this gonna be your daily? Because if not, you can get something a hell of a lot more interesting for 30k. s2000 comes to mind. I think you can probably get a Boxster S at the top of your range by now? For laughs, I think you could also swing a Maserati GT. Just avoid the beautifully named but atrocious cambiocorsa. New Fiat 124 spider Abarth could fit the bill I suppose and you can make it quite fast for ~600 additional dollars. Edit: condolences on the divorce (or not, depending...). Take care of yourself.
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Aug 19, 2016 02:26
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Grumpwagon posted:Proposed Budget: $5k-$10k, willing to stretch to $15k for the right car To follow up on this, I bought a 2008 Versa Hatch manual with 88k miles in really good condition for $3300. I probably would have bought the 2007 Mazda3 hatch (with a tape deck????) with 120k miles for roughly the same price if it were my car, but the wife liked the Versa more. I expected to hate it, given how poorly it was reviewed, but I didn't. Great back seat room, seats folded down nicer than the Mazda's. 6 speed manual, 30k fewer miles, killer price, bluetooth, moonroof. It drove fine. I mean, it drives like a transportation appliance, but I expected it to be offensive, and it wasn't. We'll see how I feel after owning it for a while, but for now I'm pretty happy with it.
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I'm in no rush to buy, but I'm still interested (i'm stuck on the internet across the globe right now) on a used 2007 Mazda MAZDA6 s Sport Wagon Touring. It has 98,949 miles but it checks the right boxes for everything else for me. My budget is $8k but I'm comfortable spending up to $10k if the thing is perfect. I live in Vegas. What do I need to watch out for with this model/year? I'm comfortable spending on maintenance but I like to know what things are gonna cost four digits after shop hours get tacked on. What are other options that would I look at if I'm looking for a wagon (I know they're not that common, but my wife is really short and feels uncomfortable driving SUV's), seating for four real people and two dogs on a road trip, and cargo space for the associated things? I've looked at Subarus, but there's slim pickens in the Vegas Valley on Subarus in my budget, and I loving HATE the xB (the only Toyota I've seen with the specs) with a passion. e: or maybe i could afford a BMW 
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Aug 19, 2016 09:13
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Sits on Pilster posted:Proposed Budget: $12,000 (if used) - $16,000 (if new, see below) Ended up buying a 2014 Kia Forte EX for $10.8k. Slightly high mileage at 37k but it was maintained religiously at the dealership and with how little my wife will drive it, it will quickly become a normal, then low mileage example. Needed to get the EX for the backup camera; otherwise LX base models were selling for under $10k. Now it's crossing my fingers and hoping it's not a lemon.
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My wife drove a 2013 Ford Fusion Titanium with the 2.0 EcoBoost engine and really liked it. Anything to know about the car? She preferred it over a similarly equipped Accord. Purpose will be her 50 mile round trip commute that's half extremely windy and poorly upkept mountain roads and half freeway. And yeah, she drove the Fusion Hybrid and didn't like it as much. (Apparently she liked the extra horsepower a lot which is hilarious given how she drives.)
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Aug 21, 2016 03:51
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Bovril Delight posted:I think your mid life crisis is being a oval office. Yeah, I don't think we have to call up the Hardy Boys or Nancy Drew to figure out this one. KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:Is this gonna be your daily? Because if not, you can get something a hell of a lot more interesting for 30k. He wants luxury, not a bespoke sports car that wants to kill him.
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Aug 21, 2016 16:58
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So no S2000 but the other suggestions are perfectly fine. You could look at the 1-series vert or the TT too I guess?
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photomikey posted:I'll turn 40 in a couple of months and it looks like I'm headed for divorce. I'm looking for a mid-life crisis car. Something sporty. Budget $20k-$30k, maybe something 3-6 years old. Convertible is a plus (I mean, it's a mid-life crisis car, might as well). I like Corvette, Camaro, etc, but maybe something slightly less "slap-you-across-the-face mid-life crisis car" and something more "cool mid-life guy" car. E89 Z4 is always a pro choice. Find one with low miles from someone opposite of you: young then had a kid and forced to sell.
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Aug 21, 2016 21:03
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H110Hawk posted:E89 Z4 is always a pro choice. Find one with low miles from someone opposite of you: young then had a kid and forced to sell.
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Aug 22, 2016 02:10
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photomikey posted:Yeah, that's kinda my default. The Porche Boxter suggestion was also a good one. I'll look at both of those! boss 302
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photomikey posted:Yeah, that's kinda my default. The Porche Boxter suggestion was also a good one. I'll look at both of those! Read up on IMS failure. Not an issue starting in 2009. Before 2009 different years have different failure rates and different options for prevention. Failure means a new engine and new porsche engines are expensive as hell -- generally a five figure job with labor. I will say, the S2000 really is the pro-est midlife crisis car. I looks good enough for everyone. It is reliable as hell. Enthusiasts of all stripes generally respect it. It has a huge aftermarket. Get an AP2 (newer one) probably as they are less of a handful to drive. The AP1 is really cool, but it really likes to oversteer. Can you still get Lotus Elises for $30k? If so, that's an interesting option if this is going to be a fun only car. Looks like an exotic. Has a Toyota engine. Goes like stink. Completely impractical on a day to day basis as they have no cargo room, no interior comfort, and really lovely HVAC system. Do not buy one that has been crashed. Do not buy one if you ever plan on parallel parking it as they have no bumpers -- a 5mph bump can cause thousands of dollars of damage. But they look cool and drive amazing. Note however, that due to the door still, it is impossible to look cool getting out of one if you are taller than 5'3" or are not an Olympic gymnast. nm fucked around with this message at 06:05 on Aug 22, 2016 |
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photomikey posted:Yeah, that's kinda my default. The Porche Boxter suggestion was also a good one. I'll look at both of those! Back when I bought someones midlife crisis (2009 BMW Z4 with <4000 miles on it, clean PPI) from a shady corner lot it was between the Z4 and a Boxter. They're really fun to drive, make sure you're financially setup for the repairs. And get rid of the run flats if you get a Z4. Proper summer tires do wonders, and with the savings over run flat you buy AAA. (There is no spare, there is no can, do not use a can.) A Lotus is hilariously fun to drive. I had fun and my hips were sitting on the metal bars that line the seat. If you want to see something funny, cram a 6'4" person into a Lotus. You will need a second car if you own a Lotus. nm isn't kidding about the no bumper thing, the whole car is basically 4 body panels. The front/rear clips which are fiberglass and the actual doors themselves.
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nm posted:Read up on IMS failure. Not an issue starting in 2009. Before 2009 different years have different failure rates and different options for prevention. Failure means a new engine and new porsche engines are expensive as hell -- generally a five figure job with labor. poo poo i get some dumbass yelling at me for suggesting an S2K because the guy wants luxury and then you are in here suggesting an Elise?
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:poo poo i get some dumbass yelling at me for suggesting an S2K because the guy wants luxury and then you are in here suggesting an Elise? An Elise is more fun than a S2K is spartan. Partially because it's just so unapologetically passenger hostile.
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:poo poo i get some dumbass yelling at me for suggesting an S2K because the guy wants luxury and then you are in here suggesting an Elise? The lotus is added lightness which is a luxury feature unto itself. Just ask porsche. Also, given the very small difference in actual luxury of an s2k v. a z4, I'd say it is more about other people's perceptions. And people who don't know cars think a lotus elise cost six figures (and people who know cars think they are cool). There is a reason i added the lack of comfort stuff though.
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nm posted:The lotus is added lightness which is a luxury feature unto itself. Just ask porsche. I will have to go see an s2000 in person. I live in California where everyone drives luxury cars. I just can't see myself pulling up to my buddies saying, "check out my new Honda!", but maybe I will re-consider when I see one in person. You guys have certainly put a sales pitch on it!
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Nearly ten years ago my parents picked me up a 2000 Accord that, despite my sometimes horrific mistreatment, has managed to survive this long. Now that life's settled down and I've got a steady job after graduating, I'm looking to upgrade. This is my first time looking to buy a car, so I'm a bit nervous about the whole thing. Proposed Budget: 25k New or Used: New preferably Body Style: 4 Door How will you be using the car?: 24 mile roundtrip commute, and going out of town once a month What aspects are most important to you? I'm a big guy so I need a lot of leg room. Other than that I just want something that won't suck down gas. At the moment $20 a week gets me everywhere I need to go, and while it's good enough being able to knock that down would be even better.
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Moldy Taxes posted:Nearly ten years ago my parents picked me up a 2000 Accord that, despite my sometimes horrific mistreatment, has managed to survive this long. Now that life's settled down and I've got a steady job after graduating, I'm looking to upgrade. This is my first time looking to buy a car, so I'm a bit nervous about the whole thing. P R I U S
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IRQ posted:P I just bought a 2012 Prius this weekend because of this thread. It was as good decision. I drove around town for an hour and the mileage reading it gave me was 60mpg. 
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What are the thoughts on the evora vs Elise/Exige? saw one yesterday and it looked great. also if you like the Elise, maybe find a Tesla roadster? I believe they're the same body at the same random car show I passed by yesterday, there were a pair of ctsv wagons which are a dream car, and a Buick grand national (license plate gnasty). all excellent mid life crisis cars IMO
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Moldy Taxes posted:Nearly ten years ago my parents picked me up a 2000 Accord that, despite my sometimes horrific mistreatment, has managed to survive this long. Now that life's settled down and I've got a steady job after graduating, I'm looking to upgrade. This is my first time looking to buy a car, so I'm a bit nervous about the whole thing. 2016 Honda Accord
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Aug 22, 2016 17:50
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photomikey posted:The Elise is right up my alley for the reasons stated. badge whores are the worst
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KYOON GRIFFEY JR posted:badge whores are the worst This guy is going to wind up with a TT, EOS, or whatever Chrysler is selling without a roof (what replaced the Sebring convertible?).
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Phone posted:This guy is going to wind up with a TT, EOS, or whatever Chrysler is selling without a roof (what replaced the Sebring convertible?). Be fair to the guy, VW or Chrysler badge won't cut it. I vote TT, whatever that retarded new Lexus convertible is, 1 or 2 series, or SLK.
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Aug 22, 2016 18:04
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SLK... not bad. Not so much a badge whore, but that Honda just looks like... a Honda.
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photomikey posted:SLK... not bad. You're looking for a car that is impressive to others. You're not looking for a car that is fun or rewarding to drive, you're looking for a status symbol on 4 wheels to signify some sort of value or worth. Go buy some polarized sunglasses, a pink polo shirt, and something German.
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Buy the most expensive bright-colored 2 door convertible thing with a German badge. Status symbol cars are easy... Think, what would YOU be impressed by? Start there
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Moldy Taxes posted:Nearly ten years ago my parents picked me up a 2000 Accord that, despite my sometimes horrific mistreatment, has managed to survive this long. Now that life's settled down and I've got a steady job after graduating, I'm looking to upgrade. This is my first time looking to buy a car, so I'm a bit nervous about the whole thing. I'm 6' and fit comfortably in a 2013 accord. My 2013 sips gas: I filled up for about $25 and drove home from vacation (180 miles) then commuted about 20 miles round trip for 4 days, and ran errands, and then my gas light went on. I average about 21-26 mixed driving and about 35 highway. Edit: at a comfortable seeing position my seat goes back probably 4 more inches if I wanted it to. tater_salad fucked around with this message at 03:07 on Aug 23, 2016 |
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mastershakeman posted:What are the thoughts on the evora vs Elise/Exige? saw one yesterday and it looked great. also if you like the Elise, maybe find a Tesla roadster? I believe they're the same body The evora is (like way) nicer inside, looks more generic, and while it drives well, it isn't quite the stunner handling wise the elise is. It is also not really any better than the competition (like a caymen). The tesla roadster is cool but probably not on his budget, though I don't know 100% what they cost.
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tater_salad posted:I'm 6' and fit comfortably in a 2013 accord. I4 or V6? Been considering an accord for a minute
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Ammanas posted:I4 or V6? Been considering an accord for a minute I drove an Accord for a few years and the 4 cylinder was fine. It's not a fun car to drive in any way so I'm not sure what the 6 cylinder model would be all that good for other than worse FE.
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