decent car for speed and fun under $5k

My '91 accord just died and it would be $1500-$2000 to replace the engine on a car that's worth maybe $1000.

My dad is willing to look for a new car for me but I'm gonna go ahead and say it can't be more than around $5000.

I've looked at 300zx's cause i love the look of them, and even though KBB says they should be under that range, or at least some of them, it seems their collectors value is overshadowing their real world price.

Would you guys recommend any other cars along that line with decent horsepower and torque(preferably a substantial upgrade to my honda accord)?


Thank you very much for you time.

most any car would smoke that but id got for a light car with a good engine [ asin import ]

I doubt you will find a 300ZX in good condition with low mileage for $5k. I would suggest maybe a Nissan 240SX or Acura Integra GSR, something along those lines.


most any car would smoke that but id got for a light car with a good engine [ asin import ]

You have no idea what you're talking about. :rolleyes:

I've got several ideas for you. Nissan Maxima, Taurus SHO, Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe, Dodge Spirit R/T, Mustangs, and Camaros.

can anyone recommend a good website or medium to look for cars? should i try ebaymotors or autotrader.com or stick with good old fashioned paper ads?

I always reccomend the 95 saturn sc2, it was my first car. Really fun to drive and realativly quick for the price.

just an update, max of $4000.

i really only want something a little more fun than my old accord sedan.

It's hard to beat the 1st gen. Miata when it comes to cheap fun, but if you want something a little bigger and more powerful, a 5.0 Mustang or LT1 Camaro fits the bill.