$7,000
crunchymilk497
09-20-2003, 12:05 PM
That's how much $$$ a friend of mine is willing to give me for my '96 Rav4 with Chrome Rims and VERY good stereo. The stereo alone is worth about 1,000. Anyway, is this a good deal? This girl LOVES RAV4's and her dad is a used car salesman so the deal would definitely go through.
And if I did sell it, what car do you guys recommend? Obviously, it's not enough for a supra or 300zx (what I've ALWAYS wanted), so what would you guys suggest? I'm looking for good acceleration (1/4) and good handling as well as something that's fun to drive.
Thanks for any help
And if I did sell it, what car do you guys recommend? Obviously, it's not enough for a supra or 300zx (what I've ALWAYS wanted), so what would you guys suggest? I'm looking for good acceleration (1/4) and good handling as well as something that's fun to drive.
Thanks for any help
Amish_kid
09-20-2003, 01:57 PM
Well you can get a Supra and 300zx for $7000 just won't be brand new, probably be able to get a really nice Mk3 Supra turbo for $7000 or get a cheap one and mod the hell out of it and you could probably get a Z31 300zx for cheaper than a Mk3 Supra.
Layla's Keeper
09-20-2003, 02:41 PM
$7,000? I've got a few suggestions for you that you've probably never considered.
1: Triumph TR-8. It's a small two seat FR wedge housing the Rover/Buick 3.5L aluminum OHV V8. These things are scary fast in the way the Sunbeam Tiger was, but have a few more creature comforts.
2: Triumph Spitfire GT-6. This Spitfire coupe is tiny. We'll get that in the open right away. But that being said, it has a stout SOHC straight-six that'll easily be coaxed into making 240+ horsepower. Plus these Michelotti designed masterpieces are dropdead gorgeous and contain a fairly well thought out transverse leaf independent rear suspension, just like a Corvette.
3: Sunbeam Tiger. It's a poor man's Cobra. Tiny British car + 260ci Ford V8 engine = acceleration the likes of which will freak you out. Watch out for power on oversteer, though. There isn't really enough tire to cope with all that torque.
4: later model Alfa Romeo Spiders (Quadrifolglio). Gorgeous Pininfarina lines and Alfa's famous DOHC engine make this car a perfect headturner and a great drive.
Look into all four of these cars and you'll probably find one you like. I guarantee that they're each beautiful performers and will bring more smiles to your face than any Toyota sport-cute.
1: Triumph TR-8. It's a small two seat FR wedge housing the Rover/Buick 3.5L aluminum OHV V8. These things are scary fast in the way the Sunbeam Tiger was, but have a few more creature comforts.
2: Triumph Spitfire GT-6. This Spitfire coupe is tiny. We'll get that in the open right away. But that being said, it has a stout SOHC straight-six that'll easily be coaxed into making 240+ horsepower. Plus these Michelotti designed masterpieces are dropdead gorgeous and contain a fairly well thought out transverse leaf independent rear suspension, just like a Corvette.
3: Sunbeam Tiger. It's a poor man's Cobra. Tiny British car + 260ci Ford V8 engine = acceleration the likes of which will freak you out. Watch out for power on oversteer, though. There isn't really enough tire to cope with all that torque.
4: later model Alfa Romeo Spiders (Quadrifolglio). Gorgeous Pininfarina lines and Alfa's famous DOHC engine make this car a perfect headturner and a great drive.
Look into all four of these cars and you'll probably find one you like. I guarantee that they're each beautiful performers and will bring more smiles to your face than any Toyota sport-cute.
mynismo
09-20-2003, 03:04 PM
actually for 7 grand you could get a 300zx. look on ebay, there were a few in the 6xxx range lately. insurance on those is another story...
Polygon
09-20-2003, 07:18 PM
You can always take out a small loan to cover any left over costs.
pre
09-20-2003, 08:06 PM
A Z28 Camaro or a Trans Am with a LT1 would be a good choice for $7000. Everyone else is probably going to say a 240sx.
90gs
09-22-2003, 09:38 AM
actually for 7 grand you could get a 300zx. look on ebay, there were a few in the 6xxx range lately. insurance on those is another story...
my friend had the money for a twin turbo 300zx when he got his license and called his insurance company and they said $576 per month for a 18 year old male with a perfect record. (he had below a 3.0 though, so no good student discount)
my friend had the money for a twin turbo 300zx when he got his license and called his insurance company and they said $576 per month for a 18 year old male with a perfect record. (he had below a 3.0 though, so no good student discount)
fatninja19
09-22-2003, 10:31 AM
my friend had the money for a twin turbo 300zx when he got his license and called his insurance company and they said $576 per month for a 18 year old male with a perfect record. (he had below a 3.0 though, so no good student discount)
Ouch!! How much is that student discount save you anyways??
Ouch!! How much is that student discount save you anyways??
tha_new_guy
09-22-2003, 06:30 PM
Ouch!! How much is that student discount save you anyways??
I have full coverage with AAA and my good student discount knocks off about $500 a year (from about $3700 to $3200 per year for a 17 yr old male with one accident). So, it helps a good bit. :grinyes:
I have full coverage with AAA and my good student discount knocks off about $500 a year (from about $3700 to $3200 per year for a 17 yr old male with one accident). So, it helps a good bit. :grinyes:
tha_new_guy
09-22-2003, 06:32 PM
Wow, my sig is waaay too big.... :disappoin
help? anyone?
help? anyone?
LjasonL
09-22-2003, 06:57 PM
help? anyone?
Only because it's a Subaru.
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GTStang
09-22-2003, 07:05 PM
$7,000... Find a used 5.0 that has had a rebuilt 5.0 and a S/C. With a godd river and DR's high 12's with ease. :evillol:
crunchymilk497
09-22-2003, 08:53 PM
Thanks for the help guys.
I think im gonna get either a 95 Celica GT or an older 240sx
I think im gonna get either a 95 Celica GT or an older 240sx
2of9
09-22-2003, 09:12 PM
jus get a RB26DETT jus for the heck of it...hahahaha.
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