what kind of car could i get for 12,500?

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OS

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Originally posted by: JeffreyLebowski
Originally posted by: Viper GTS
Did you not see the RWD requirement?

And who in their right mind recommends a non 2003 Accord V6 coupe to someone looking for a performance vehicle to mod?

Viper GTS

Anyone that knows hondas aren't as bad ass as the brainwashed think. If you want power from the factory, go Nissan.

That's why i'm saying, for $12.5K, get a 91 240sx, and spend the extra $10K on mods.


That's funny how you talk sh*t about hondas, but then turn around and recommend a car that stock for stock is no faster than a late model civic.

Stock 240s are some of the most underpowered "sports car" ever.

 

Walleye

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Originally posted by: OS
Originally posted by: JeffreyLebowski
Originally posted by: Viper GTS
Did you not see the RWD requirement?

And who in their right mind recommends a non 2003 Accord V6 coupe to someone looking for a performance vehicle to mod?

Viper GTS

Anyone that knows hondas aren't as bad ass as the brainwashed think. If you want power from the factory, go Nissan.

That's why i'm saying, for $12.5K, get a 91 240sx, and spend the extra $10K on mods.


That's funny how you talk sh*t about hondas, but then turn around and recommend a car that stock for stock is no faster than a late model civic.

Stock 240s are some of the most underpowered "sports car" ever.
that's fine, i wont be buying a datsun anyway :p
 

amgkid

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get an E30 M3, those are PIMP. for 12500, you could get a really relaly nice one. if you want an E36 M3 (95-99), you're probaby looking at 15000-25000 for a decent one. i would get that or a porsche 944. those are very good used cars (but i don't really like how they look)
 

GroundedSailor

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Originally posted by: Walleye
do you guys just drive japanese cars? jeez...
NO! :disgust::Q

ideally, supercharger out the hood, breaking 500 horsepower after some mods... i have to find a pic now... i want something similar to what Mad Max drove in the Road Warrior.

Can you up your budget to the Dodge Magnum coming out next year?

DODGE MAGNUM SRT-8

Vehicle type: front-engine, rear-wheel-drive, 5-passenger, 5-door wagon
Estimated base price: $33,000
Engine type: supercharged and intercooled pushrod 16-valve V-8, iron block and aluminum heads, DaimlerChrysler JTEC engine-control system with port fuel injection

Displacement: 354 cu in, 5654cc
Power (SAE net): 430 bhp @ 5600 rpm
Torque (SAE net): 480 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission: 5-speed automatic with lockup torque converter
Wheelbase: 120.0 in
Length: 197.7 in
Width: 74.0 in
Height: 58.3 in
Curb weight (est): 4000 lb
C/D-estimated performance:
Zero to 60 mph 4.7 sec
Standing 1/4-mile: 13.4 sec @ 103 mph
Projected fuel economy:
EPA city driving: 15 mpg
EPA highway driving: 24 mpg

C&D preview
 

Chaotic42

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I'd get a Toyota Tacoma, new. It should last a while. I know it's not a car, but it's a really good deal.