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Old 08-16-2005, 04:29 PM   #1
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inexpensive track day car/canyon cruiser

Basically the car has to be light and rwd. Other than that, I guess about a $10,000 track ready cost including the price of the car sounds about a good limit. I had the miata in mind. Alot of companies make performance parts for the car, and they seem really light and nimble, and about 200 to 250 hp seems easily attainable(eventually). I was also thinking about an Mr2 mkI (don't ask why, I just want opinions) Are there any other cars out there with great modification potential for razor sharp handling and "decent" power. I really like the bmw e30 m3, but they are so expensive. I saw a bone stock one with 175k for like 12grand...........can't go that route. Any help is appreciated. Thanks, Robert
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Old 08-17-2005, 11:43 AM   #2
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Re: inexpensive track day car/canyon cruiser

that first gen mr2 would be a great choice, over here i can pick one up for about 800$ that has maybe some small damage, but with a strong engine, this is a pretty good car, lightweight and everything, miata is also graet, i think of the two, go for a miata, but there are also other choices, the first gen rx7, 2nd gen rx7, and some older toyota supras could work out pretty well too.
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Old 08-18-2005, 09:48 PM   #3
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Re: inexpensive track day car/canyon cruiser

The Miata will probably be your best choice, its cheap, light, handles well, responds well to mods, and has great aftermarket support.
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Old 08-19-2005, 12:00 AM   #4
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Re: inexpensive track day car/canyon cruiser

yea you sould proably do that, cage it though if you go canyon racing and all, and dont just get the fake chrome "rollbar" relly put a professional cage in.
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Re: inexpensive track day car/canyon cruiser

Love the Miata. BMW E30 would be a very good choice as well. Tons of fun, built like a tank, incredible handling, and also great aftermarket support.
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