JulesMaximus
No Lifer
Maxima and Acura are both FWD. G35 is RWD-and hence a much better choice IMO.
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Best Car Under $33,000?
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JulesMaximus
No Lifer
I have an '03 Maxima SE and my only two complaints are that the front seats aren't very comfortable and the massive torque steer.
Sure thing, bud.
That makes a ton of sense since people buy all sorts of econoboxes for 12-17k. Or how about trucks that cost upwards of 30k?
But for what its worth, as long as you enjoy your car, thats what counts. I just couldn't bring myself to buy a yuppie cruiser on the ideal that its better because its "different"
So by that same token the STi and Evo are that much better with AWD?? 😉
It really does depend on what kind of car you want... if you want a completely brutal performance car, one of the 2 rally inspired cars above will hit the spot. If you wanted an SUV or minivan?? Those are "cars" as well and many excellent ones are available in that price range. Or mebbe you wanted a big cruiser or a convertible or a sports coupe or a wagon?
Also, every car thread needs to include note if they're including used car... if that is the case and you're an addict modder like a few of us on AT, well, all bets are off. Supras, RX7s, Vettes, 911s, M3s.... you can even afford a few used exotics in that range.
So all that being said... my answer is the Evo 8. Runner-up 2002-2003 Audi S4 with $$ for mods.
You prefer your C(rap) class car to his? whoa... every MB tech and even reps...eek, company REPS didn't have very much to say about the car. I saw a C32? AMG in a parking lot yesterday and couldn't help but think... my gawd... what a waste of good money. I don't mind the exterior but the interior and ride and general feel of the car was kinda sucky. Ok... just flat out sucky if I was being honest. A fully-loaded Lexus IS300, BMW 325i, or even an Audi A4 (all class competitors mind you) felt better to me.
The car is exactly what Skoorb says it is, a crappy midsize car that happens to have MB slapped on it. Lots of people buy stuff because of labels... Acura, Lexus, Infiniti... labels... and since I've driven a C-class in direct comparison to those cars listed above... I say it drove like crap is the reason why car mags don't like it.
Abysmal resale is great for the buyer if you want to keep a car. I didnt' say buy a new one, so a year old one for 16 is a great deal. That power train is fantasticaly durable and there really haven't been any rash of problems with the 99 and up LH platform.
Every car mentioned in here so far has been an import of one sort or another so I thought I'd mention a domestic competitor that often gets overlooked.
Jason
Every car mentioned in here so far has been an import of one sort or another so I thought I'd mention a domestic competitor that often gets overlooked.
Jason
Give me an example of "crappy enterior" all you guys keep talking about. And what do you mean "drove like crap"? The suspension is excellent, plenty of safety features (6 airbags!!!, traction control, stability control), awesome leather interior, the dash is great (they have wood trim available, but I couldn't find one), not to mention FREE service and FREE roadside assistance for the duration I own the car. My other option at the time was a loaded V6 Mazda 6 or Audi A4, and C class beat them out easily, even though it cost a little more.
BigSmooth
Lifer
Uh, people buy new cars because they have longer & better factory warranties, more safety features, and the peace of mind of knowing that no one else has abused the car.
I highly doubt that people going out and buying a $20,000 Kia Sedona minivan are doing it to massage their ego.
Why wouldn't I? Because with a used car you don't know what you are getting. It's a crap shoot. Plus, the warranty is usually expired. There doesn't have to be ego involved just because you are buying new. If you can afford to buy new, why not? It's 3-4 years more longer the cars will last.
Edit: Bigsmooth beat me to it 🙂
If you check a car out, buying used is not that big of a deal. A new car is really only for people who don't feel like 'wasting time' checking out cars and who don't care about the money. Used cars are where the deals are at, and you'd think a forum with such a strong following of the "hot deals" area could appreciate that.
Jason
Jason
if your looking for a
Coupe
1. BMW 325Ci i got one and it was a little more than $34000 out the door
2. Infiniti G35 Coupe
Sedan
1. BMW 325i its actually cheaper than the Ci by a couple of thousand
2. Acura TL
3. Lexus IS300
4. Audi A4
would not get a Chrysler C-class
dont like the G35 sedans back it still looks wierd 2 me
i would go test drive every car possible than make your decision
i test drove all of those mention above and the Bimmer drove the best!!
Coupe
1. BMW 325Ci i got one and it was a little more than $34000 out the door
2. Infiniti G35 Coupe
Sedan
1. BMW 325i its actually cheaper than the Ci by a couple of thousand
2. Acura TL
3. Lexus IS300
4. Audi A4
would not get a Chrysler C-class
dont like the G35 sedans back it still looks wierd 2 me
i would go test drive every car possible than make your decision
i test drove all of those mention above and the Bimmer drove the best!!
JulesMaximus
No Lifer
I think the Maxima, Acura and certainly the G35 beat those cars in interior design & luxury.
I would NEVER buy a Chrysler. They are junk, just like GM cars are junk. They aren't built to last, they are built to fall apart.
Yes, more information is needed about your needs/wants. Do you need 4 doors? Would a coupe serve your needs? Do you want a car that handles well or is luxury more important to you? Do you want to project an image by the car you drive? What is that image?
EGO or not, its worthless buying a 'prestigous' brand even though the product is underpowered
C class and the initial 3 series are totally not worth it when u can get higher end lexus, infinity and acura's for about the same and no i dont care for the name or some random ppl coming up to me and saying it loos cute, i want more bang for buck thank you
JulesMaximus
No Lifer
I would agree with you to a certain extent but I have to say, the Mercedes and BMW do hold their value quite well. Look at a used 3 series, they aren't much less than a new one on a dealer lot. My wife has a 1994 325i with 120k miles on it and those are selling for almost 10 grand! The freakin car is 10 years old!!!
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