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post Jul 12 2005, 09:24 AM
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Here's the thing..... I love my Acura, but I'd really like to get something with 4 doors. My fiance is here now, my kid is getting bigger..... and we'd like to have another kid in the future.

On the other side..... I'd like to "upgrade" from the performance aspect..... so I have a couple ideas in mind.

I NEVER buy brand new.... always a couple years old, with low mileage.... and I want to stay "around" the $20,000 range.

I'm thinking an 02-03 Impreza, Lancer, or a BMW 3 series..... but I'm looking for more options.

ABSOLUTELY NO SUVs.....

Comments on my 3 choices????

Suggestions for better options??

Keep in mind.... this is my "daily driver"... so reliability is an important factor..... which means...... no American Cars.

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post Jul 12 2005, 09:27 AM
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what about an early 3 series? say 1987+ fun cars esp. the 325is, but not the best on gas mileage. Or just go w/ the impreze wrx. drove a buddies wrx and it hauls quite nice in stock form (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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post Jul 12 2005, 09:29 AM
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I say go Impreza!! WRX baby!!
I have one and my fiance used to have a rsx type s. She now has an SUV.
My wrx (wagon) was faster than her RSX stock and now that I have put on my stage 2 upgrades (exhaust and ECU tuning) the car absolutly flies.

I'm getting about 24mpg and I have AWD for the winter. Plus with the wagon I have lot's of cargo space. You really can't beat it!!!

Oh and it's a boxer engine to boot!!!!!
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post Jul 12 2005, 09:30 AM
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i am in the same situation right now. i have a hatchback as well and i am leaning towards the MB C230 kompressor, with a 6 speed manual. fantastic gas mileage at 34+ on the highway.
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post Jul 12 2005, 09:30 AM
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my car is basically a mitsubishi... and I hate it... it's been in the shop a lot over the past 5 years, luckily I got the extended warrenty...

Subarus are fun, and safe cars... you may even like the outback... sportier than it looks. and very practical

can't go wrong with a BMW either, if you can afford it... they get pricey quick.

other choices:
dodge magnum, acura TL type S, nissan altima SE-R
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post Jul 12 2005, 10:57 AM
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I'd check out the Cadillac CTS. It's basically a German Opel, but because it's a GM car the depreciation is horrendous. You could probably get one cheap.
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post Jul 12 2005, 11:04 AM
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I've got a family of 4 - kids 8 and 6. If you have kids you need space so consider the BMW 5 series. I've got CPO 528i w/sport package, comes with the extended warranty and the car is great. Perfect size, sporty, etc

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post Jul 12 2005, 11:12 AM
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Subie all the way. You can get a used one for around $14-16, and get an incredibly reliable aftermarket turbo kit from Vishnu. My bf's wagon makes over 300hp and has never had a problem. Plus it fits a ton of stuff in it, and doesn't really look like a wagon. And it's AWD. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/clap.gif)

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post Jul 12 2005, 11:19 AM
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i thought your bf had an mr2.... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/confused24.gif)
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post Jul 12 2005, 11:33 AM
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QUOTE (dlo914 @ Jul 12 2005, 10:19 AM)
i thought your bf had an mr2.... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/confused24.gif)

had. I miss that car dearly. But he sold it after he bought the WRX. Here's the info for the turbo kit vishnu turbo kit

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post Jul 12 2005, 12:41 PM
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I just bought a used 1995 Acura Legend ls 4 door with under 130k for 6k and it runs like a champ, very clean, 230hp and its my first at, but for freeway crawling, nuttin better. Very reliable, very affordable, you just have to be patient and avoid the "fast and furious conversions" they will shorten the life expectancy considerably....if you need more than 230hp you can try for a Legend GS (270hp) auto or Getrag 6-speed. I wanted a GS but didn't find one that was "right" before the one I bought came up. My .02.
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post Jul 12 2005, 12:59 PM
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Thanks for your opinions folks...... I appreciate it.

Although I'd love a Mercedes, or a BMW 5 series...... I'm afraid the cost might be a litlte too high for me. Again.. I'd like to stay around 20 or less.

I completely forgot about the Acura TL...... I trust honda, and I currently own one, and I love it.... I think I might just look into one of those if I can find one a couple years old.

Or...... yea...... a WRX. I haven't seen too many used ones though... it'll probably take a day-trip into St. Louis to find one that's the right year / mileage / price.

No big rush really... nothind "wrong" with my RSX........ just getting some options, and advice right now (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/smile.gif)

Plus.... if I trade in the RSX...... the 2-piece 18s, and the stereo stay with me, and go straight on whatever I buy (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif)
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post Jul 12 2005, 01:05 PM
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for what it's worth... a buddy here just bought a 30k mile 2003 530i, Cert. Pre-owned, fully loaded(almost, no navigation), with 1 100kmi/7year warranty, for $26,000(after 4k on his trade-in, a 97 maxima)... I'd make that deal in a heartbeat... I drove the car and I was happy!... for a SEDAN, it was SWEET! (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/wub.gif)
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post Jul 12 2005, 01:24 PM
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QUOTE (Jenny @ Jul 12 2005, 10:33 AM)
QUOTE (dlo914 @ Jul 12 2005, 10:19 AM)
i thought your bf had an mr2.... (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/idea.gif)  :confused:

had. I miss that car dearly. But he sold it after he bought the WRX. Here's the info for the turbo kit vishnu turbo kit

Jen

What's that do to the gas mileage?

BTW, I vote WRX too. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/burnout.gif)
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post Jul 12 2005, 01:30 PM
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Audi S4. You should be able to find a 2000 with low miles in your price range from a private seller.
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post Jul 12 2005, 01:32 PM
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QUOTE (tat2dphreak @ Jul 12 2005, 11:05 AM)
for what it's worth... a buddy here just bought a 30k mile 2003 530i, Cert. Pre-owned, fully loaded(almost, no navigation), with 1 100kmi/7year warranty, for $26,000(after 4k on his trade-in, a 97 maxima)... I'd make that deal in a heartbeat... I drove the car and I was happy!... for a SEDAN, it was SWEET!  :wub:

thanks for the tip. i didn't think they were affordable, so i din't even consider them. but i am on the phone with the bmw guy right now. the have a 5 SPD 530i. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/driving.gif)
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post Jul 12 2005, 01:36 PM
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Ditto on the S4! An A4Quattro Avant is nice, too. The Cap'n, with 4 Audis in the Family
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post Jul 12 2005, 04:23 PM
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Here's the answer:
In '97 and '98 BMW made a 4-door M3. None since.

If you're interested, I have an absolutely imaculate '97, w/ 54,000 miles. Black on black, leather, non-luxo, 5spd, full computer, w/ 3k miles on Yoko AVS Sports. $18,000.

It took me 3 months to find "the perfect 4dr M3". I bought it to double as my work (needed a 4dr) and autocross car, but after getting it home I couldn't bring myself to autocross it. It's just too nice. I've only put 2,000 miles on it in the 9 months I've owned it.

If you're not interested in my car, but still interested in a 4dr M3, I have to tell you they are awsome. If you get one you'll enjoy it.

-Ben M.
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post Jul 12 2005, 04:37 PM
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QUOTE (bondo @ Jul 12 2005, 12:24 PM)
What's that do to the gas mileage?

BTW, I vote WRX too. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/burnout.gif)

anywhere from 24-30, city & freeway. Depends on how much you're on the turbo. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/biggrin.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/driving-girl.gif) (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/burnout.gif)

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post Jul 12 2005, 04:46 PM
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QUOTE (Jenny @ Jul 12 2005, 09:12 AM)
Subie all the way. You can get a used one for around $14-16, and get an incredibly reliable aftermarket turbo kit from Vishnu. My bf's wagon makes over 300hp and has never had a problem. Plus it fits a ton of stuff in it, and doesn't really look like a wagon. And it's AWD. (IMG:http://www.914world.com/bbs2/html/emoticons/clap.gif)

Jen

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I am very happy with my WRX. I have modified the car with parts I bought in Japan and the USA. Hauls ass and is extremly reliable......


CALLICOTT motorsports SUBARU WRX Project. Modifications include Stainless MRT Up Pipe and Turbo Back Exhaust System from Australia, AEM Cold Air Induction System, STI Turbo and Fuel Management from Japan, STOPTECH Drilled Rotors and F40 Calipers, H&R High Performance Springs from Germany, 18 Inch VOLK Light Weight Racing Wheels (Rays) from Japan on 225 Ultra Performance Tires.

I like it better than my wife's BMW.



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