Fast car, Under $10,000

[Master Hiko]

haha 'The LeBaron'. i always loved saying that. if 'The LeBaron' could talk, i think it would refer to itself in 3rd person as 'The LeBaron'.......see "Cheaper by the Dozen" for references.

[Polygon]

Originally Posted by Neutrino

Mopar-head

So sue me!

[Master Hiko]

im assuming that NissanSPDR was talking about a 300ZXTT not an NA but if so, the Z32TT is best car you're gonna get for 10k.

[feenix z]

i have a buddy with a 1988 (i think) mazda 626 turbo that, for a relativly small price, he turned into a heavy hitter. Best thing is no one ever sees it comming. He said he's gonna ad of of those "My kid's and all-stater" stickers to it for that real sleeper feel. Also, dont laugh, cuz i'm serious here, the old Chysler Turbo minivans respond very well to upgrades. Someone told me they can do 13's in them if modded enough.

[Polygon]

Originally Posted by feenix z

Also, dont laugh, cuz i'm serious here, the old Chysler Turbo minivans respond very well to upgrades. Someone told me they can do 13's in them if modded enough.

Well, there are guys that have some in 12s and I think there is one in the 11s. Doesn't take a whole lot to get them there either. Any one of those cars with the turbo motors can be made to scream.

[DinanM3_S2]

Yea, I've seen a video somewhere of a guy with an old Dodge Caravan demolishing a Camaro in a 1/4 mile... I love videos involving Camaros getting beaten

But back on subject, sedan + kinda fast + under $10,000 = E36 3-series or possibly if your very lucky an E30 M3

[Dave1669]

Some good cars to consider:
Acura Integra GSR
Honda Prelude VTEC
Ford Mustang GT
Chevrolet Camaro Z28
BMW 3-Series
Mitsubishi Eclipse GST/GSX
Audi A4

[feenix z]

Dinan, i see we share the same sentiments for camaros!

[chevydrummer76]

whats wrong with camaros? you guys get beat by them too often?

[emokid15]

Originally Posted by DinanM3_S2

Yea, I've seen a video somewhere of a guy with an old Dodge Caravan demolishing a Camaro in a 1/4 mile... I love videos involving Camaros getting beaten

But back on subject, sedan + kinda fast + under $10,000 = E36 3-series or possibly if your very lucky an E30 M3

Me To.

[Orion24]

Does anybody know any site that has chart comparissons for cars at these prices? (eg horsepower, dimentions, characteristics, reliability database, price, etc)

[SuperHighOutput]

Since this is your first car, I am going to assume you are young, 16-17, and probably don't have much driving experience. The last thing an inexperienced driver needs is a high-performance car. You should go with a sedan, four doors will keep your insurance down. I would recommend either an Accord, or if you want something fast but still very practical a Maxima is your best bet.

[Orion24]

Originally Posted by SuperHighOutput

Since this is your first car, I am going to assume you are young, 16-17, and probably don't have much driving experience. The last thing an inexperienced driver needs is a high-performance car. You should go with a sedan, four doors will keep your insurance down. I would recommend either an Accord, or if you want something fast but still very practical a Maxima is your best bet.

Why do you say this? Even in this case, he'll have most of the experience he needs after half a year of driving, or even a quarter if he drives daily. In fact if he buys a new car, it'll suit him perfect for warming-up the new engine with low-speed driving, meanwhile he gains his experience

[dampachi]

get a V8 foxbody mustang with a 5spd. It's quick, but not too fast that you'd get yourself killed in it. Not to mention it's fun. Plus, when you get comfortable with it...theres a whole world of aftermarket for them. Buy a good one for $5,000-$6,500 and save the rest and you can put that into mods.

[Turbo Meg]

I would say,

1. 3rd or 4th. Gen F-body
2. Foxbody Mustang
3. 86/87 Turbo Buick