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06-16-2004, 03:29 PM | #1 | |
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What is a good cheap car start off with?
I really want to do my own mod. car but I am not sure where to start. What is a cheap car that you can lots of mods to and it still look clean on the inside and out?
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06-16-2004, 10:01 PM | #2 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
well, im a bit biased, but third gen camaros are great starting points, the small block chevy is probly the most widly supported engine aftermarket wise in existance. easy to work on. camaros have a cult following and the mod list is endless.
however there is also a reason civics are so popular for modding, newer, smaller, better gas mileage, and can still be fast with the propor mods, no idea how hard to work on or how expencive, cuz i dont work on imports personally, but if they were hard and expencive, i dont think they would be all that popular. my best advice would be to shop around for everything in your price range, no matter what make or model, put together a list of say, ten or so that you really like, and then do a search on the web for aftermarket tuning parts, for both style and performance. those that have lots of parts availablity probly have it for a reason, while those who have fewer options probly have that limited choice because it was decided they werent worth the effort. have fun shopping
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06-18-2004, 09:06 PM | #3 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
Another thing to look at..The rarity of the car. Everyone has a Civic or a Camaro. I guess its a balance of price, available aftermarket parts, and how many modified vehicles you see of the type. Of course there is usually a reason there are lots of the same models.. But if you take some time in choosing you can find something less people in your area might have worked on.
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06-18-2004, 09:34 PM | #4 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
one word three letters CRX, u can get one running mid 14s for 4 grand if its got a b16 in it which means its running one of the most popular honda engines, and yet its a crx so its light weight and a body styling unlike everyones civic, yes they have the same frame but look way different. I would hit the crx but thats just cuz thats what i doin
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06-19-2004, 06:20 PM | #5 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
my only problem with the CRX, and i mean no offence to anyone on the forum, is that in EVERY crash with one of those i have seen, at least one person didnt walk away who was inside the car. i wont even ride in one, let alone drive one thats been hopped up. they scare the shit out of me.
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06-20-2004, 11:27 AM | #6 | |
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i say CRX as well lotsa different ways to go with the car and it is lightweight so it wont take a lot of modding to get it going quick
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06-20-2004, 12:26 PM | #7 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
How about an eclipse? Those are good girl cars.
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06-20-2004, 12:29 PM | #8 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
ya know what... BLOW ME woman!!!
maybe you should get a MIATA cause they are SLOW!!! now thats a good girly car! |
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06-20-2004, 12:40 PM | #9 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
You love it!
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06-20-2004, 03:34 PM | #10 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
CRXs are scary...in a good way, i love that they are so light weight. But i am a lil crazy. if ur a chica hit up something that is already pretty quick and more importantly wont mess up that pretty hair (aka no convertibles)
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06-20-2004, 03:35 PM | #11 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
88-91 civic or crx
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06-20-2004, 09:13 PM | #12 | |
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i used to have a 90 crx dx, no sunroof, no power anything, it didnt even have power steering, i wanted a light car to swap a motor in. it was a very light feeling, nimble car, with great gas mileage. i sorta had bad luck with my crx though, just repaired more things than i thought i was gonna need to. i also heard that older hondas rusted pretty easily. i think a 94+ integra, any version would be a good choice, you could find one of those for around 3000. how much you lookin to spend?
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06-21-2004, 12:11 AM | #13 | |
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I'd have to go w/ eclipse... unless you wanted to make your car LOOK bad... then go for a prelude. hell, go for a prelude anyway. more for the money.
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06-21-2004, 10:58 AM | #14 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
honestly, i wouldnt get a mitz. cuz they're a pain in the ass cuz there's always issures with MAF sensors or sum other BS like that, unless you get a 3000GT but... ur best bet would to go for a honda. Also if you want something small and quick look for a Miata LS but you might have a hard time finding it
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06-22-2004, 12:46 PM | #15 | |
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Re: What is a good cheap car start off with?
Thank you to everyone that has posted replies. I am now aware of all the options. If anyone thinks of anything new I am very open to hearing about it. So, keep the replies coming.
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