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Old 09-25-2010, 08:42 PM
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Advice on first car.

Hey, I had a massive post written up. But apparently it logged me out and I lost all of it. So I'll give you a rundown. I'm turning 16 in a few months. I feel like I'm responsible, but I bet every kid does. I have a perfect 4.0 GPA and take all honors classes. I live in a snowy/ hilly area. I'll being paying for a good portion of my car. I like sports cars but I understand the insurance costs on them. Here are my requirements. Let me know if they're unrealistic.

Preferably can drive in the snow, although I can drive my parents SUV if need be.
Some sporty, that can either be upgraded as I get experiance or has a good amount of raw power.
Preferably something not terribly common.
Used and under 20k.
Safety ( so either past 10 years or a restored classic)
20+ mpg. But that's negotiable.
I'll be driving less than 10miles a day. But around 200 miles on the weekends.

Here are few cars that atleast somewhat fit the bill

Lancer evo- lots of aftermarket. A car I can see myself working on and having for several years to come. Maybe not a great first car. Perhaps a good second car.

Infiniti 35g- In the budget, but maybe overkill for a first car?

Restored '69 cutlass- not exactly what I need. But I'd love to have and there's one for sale near here.

Let me know if you want/need to know anything else. Also, tell me if I'm being unrealistic or just plain stupid.
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