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05-11-2011, 11:53 AM
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#1 | | NOOB, Not Quite a Regular!
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I'm looking to buy a car possibly in two weeks or so. First off I have a $4000 to maybe $7000 budget.
It'll mostly be used to get to point A to B and possibly road trips. I work at Kits and live in Surrey so I would need something fuel efficient.
Also looking for something with some speed at least.
Cars i've been looking at so far : - Honda Civic Si
- Acura Integra
- Acura RSX (hopefully Type-s)
- Toyota Celica
- Honda Prelude
Any other suggestion or which one on the list would be best for what i'm looking for.
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05-11-2011, 12:00 PM
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#2 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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Don't think $7000 could get you a good RSX-S.
$7000 could get you a late Integra GS-R.
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05-11-2011, 12:09 PM
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#3 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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integra all teh way
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05-11-2011, 12:43 PM
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#4 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Get a Suzuki swift.. :P
Was my first car and was a great A to B car.. Cheap on gas $30 full tank..
You could beat on it all you want and it will still run good.. Plus you can redline it all day and not pass the speed limit...
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05-11-2011, 01:34 PM
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which ever vtec bau's the hardest I'd go with that.
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05-11-2011, 02:43 PM
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#6 | | F**K YOUR HEAD
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05-11-2011, 05:24 PM
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#7 | | I *Fwap* *Fwap* *Fwap* to RS
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get a mk1 or mk2 turbo sprint / firefly
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05-11-2011, 06:08 PM
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#8 | | NOOB, Not Quite a Regular!
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Originally Posted by Phatmobile  get a mk1 or mk2 turbo sprint / firefly | I was hoping to get a car that can seat 4+ people.
Which one would be the most fuel efficient and would have speed at the same time?
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05-11-2011, 06:16 PM
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#9 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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You know, you could do your own research and come up with your own personal decision? I can guarantee you'll get more info that way than by asking people on here. Quote:
Originally Posted by annamaaae Which one would be the most fuel efficient and would have speed at the same time? | What's "speed". Define what you expect from that. You're asking a lot to have a "fast" car at that price. You could get a Volvo 850r.
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05-11-2011, 06:18 PM
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Is this...the new jtang84? 
Anyway, scrap the RSX-S. You'll have to pay at least double for one.
Celica - you can't seat 4 passengers comfortably. Prelude - Maybe.
Integra/Civic is your best bet.
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05-11-2011, 09:03 PM
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#11 | | NOOB, Not Quite a Regular!
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by speed i mean fast. Not hella fast but faster than your regular cars and such.
I guess what's left on the list is the Integra and Prelude. I'll just get which ever one I find cheaper for the money and the one with better gas milage.
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05-11-2011, 09:10 PM
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#12 | | 14 dolla balla aint got nothing on me!
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prelude burns oil like a bitch. my buddy has one. So like I said before get an integra GSR, sure it's no Type R but it'll be peppy aand sporty enough for your daily commute. Take your time to find a good one on craigs or RS.
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05-11-2011, 10:16 PM
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#13 | | Need to Seek Professional Help
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You're on a tight budget eh?
Nothing wrong with that, but keep your expectations realistic... and don't forget to budget for gas and insurance. If $7k is going to tear gaping holes in your wallet, what will you do if you need new tires or just need to maintain the damn thing?
Just stuff to keep in mind.
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05-11-2011, 10:22 PM
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#14 | | G'd up! w000weee
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I agree with jjson
I used to own a 95 integra. Pretty good car cuz it's not too slow and it's fuel efficient.
Make sure you get A/C...unless you're a windows down guy from kits to surrey.
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05-11-2011, 10:42 PM
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05-12-2011, 12:33 AM
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#16 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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Originally Posted by jjson integra all teh way | As a current RSX-S owner, you like the Integra better  Quote:
Originally Posted by Timpo Mitsubishi FTO | The FTO's 2.0L V6 (197hp) was legendary, but it was also rather unpopular.
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05-12-2011, 09:41 AM
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#17 | | My homepage has been set to RS
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$7000 can go a long way. I got my 01 A4 Quattro fopr $7000..
Add a $300 chip, and I've got a "family sedan" that can really go.
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05-12-2011, 10:56 AM
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05-12-2011, 01:44 PM
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#19 | | WOAH! i think Vtec just kicked in!
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Originally Posted by melloman $7000 can go a long way. I got my 01 A4 Quattro fopr $7000..
Add a $300 chip, and I've got a "family sedan" that can really go. | I think the OP needs to include maintainence budget in his original $7000. He cannot spent another $7000 just to keep his car running properly | |
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05-12-2011, 01:56 PM
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#20 | | Willing to sell a family member for a few minutes on RS
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have to be Japanese? 96 to 99 VW gti vr6 or jetta vr6 would fit the bill. Or like 2000+ jetta or golf 2.0. Also early e36 325is can be had in decent shape for around 5k, and they are super fun to drive.
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05-12-2011, 02:03 PM
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#21 | | NOOB, Not Quite a Regular!
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What do you mean i should include the maintainance? *i'm a her btw.
No it doesnt have to be japanese. Those are the only ones i've found but i'm open to suggestions. I'd love to have a european car to be honest but i didnt think i could get one in my budget. Posted via RS Mobile | |
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05-12-2011, 02:10 PM
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#22 | | Willing to sell a family member for a few minutes on RS
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What I mentioned are all around 5-6k. If you have 7000 you are willing to spend total, shoot to spend 5k they you have 2k left if anything comes up. Things are bound to break on any car, and its always nice to have the money around waiting for when it happens so your car doesn't end up sitting in your driveway for a month.
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05-12-2011, 02:36 PM
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#23 | | Willing to sell body for a few minutes on RS
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Originally Posted by annamaaae What do you mean i should include the maintainance? *i'm a her btw. | Great, you've opened the floodgates... 
Luckily, this isn't the Vancouver Off-Topic forum...
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05-12-2011, 03:51 PM
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#24 | | NOOB, Not Quite a Regular!
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Originally Posted by westopher What I mentioned are all around 5-6k. If you have 7000 you are willing to spend total, shoot to spend 5k they you have 2k left if anything comes up. Things are bound to break on any car, and its always nice to have the money around waiting for when it happens so your car doesn't end up sitting in your driveway for a month. | I have money on the side for maintenance and also have money for the gas and insurance all worked out. So $7000 is my budget for just the car. Posted via RS Mobile | |
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05-12-2011, 04:28 PM
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#25 | | OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday
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Go to craigslist, put your maximum amount at $8000. Pick out cars you like, GOOGLE the cars. Find out what sort of quirks they have. Go test drive the car. Then make your own decision.
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