No Idea What To Look For...

[SRP | Lucian]

Hey,

I've searched and looked at the Stickies but I have no idea what to look for. None, zero, zip, nada. Anyways, I've looked around Ebay, Autotraders, etc. and found a lot of cars that I like but just have no idea what I want, so I was hoping that you guys could help me out if possible.

I would like a car that's fairly easy on the eyes (Look's pretty decent) and has a pretty decent engine. I don't need a car that's ridiculously fast but I also don't want one that's going to get beaten by a 5 year old a tricycle. I would also like it to have a fairly hefty amount of aftermarket parts. Finally, I would like it to be under $10K, the cheaper the better. I would also like a 2 Door/Coupe.

Anyways, since I have no idea what I'm looking for so I'll probably get laughed at but I've been looking at:

-Honda Del Sol
-Honda CRX
-Mitsubishi Eclipse (Which variant?)
-Mitsubishi Lancer (Not the Evo, sorry, too expensive)
-Nissan 240SX
-Nissan 300ZX
-Eagle Talon Tsi AWD (Not to fond of the looks, but I've heard good things about it)

If I've missed any cars that you highly recommend, please, speak up. I'm really sorry that I've got to make a post like this but I've no idea what to look for. Even if you could just point me in the right direction, I would be extremely grateful. Moderators, if you feel I should search more, please feel free to lock this.

Thank you!

-Stephen

[RACER D12]

Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX
Nissan 240SX
Nissan 300ZX

[drftk1d]

out of those i'd pick the eclipse/talon and the 240sx. Keep in mind the 240sx is FR while the eclipse/talon can be FF or AWD.

[TheStang00]

5.0 fox body mustang, HUGE aftermarket, decent looks. and a motor with a lot of potential

[SRP | Lucian]

Awesome, thanks for all of the replies! I really appreciate it. Just a quick noob question. What's FF and FR stand for? I know it's ridiculous how stupid I am but, um...yeah.

Also, just thought that I'd mention that this is just for racing from street light to street light with friends. Nothing serious and no drag here.

Thank you so much!

[drftk1d]

FF = front engine, front wheel drive
FR = front engine, rear wheel drive

[SRP | Lucian]

Okay, thanks. I've been looking around and now I'm really confused. I really like the look of the more modern cars so now I'm looking at:

- 90's+ Nissan 300ZX
- Honda Civic (Probably the Si Hatchback)
- Dodge Neon
- Eclipse GSX

I'm still leaning towards the Eclipse because I like the more rounded lines of the modern cars versus the "boxy" lines on the older one's but I still can't decide.

Also, I put the Dodge Neon and Civic in there because I've heard a lot of conflicting info. Some people say there great cars with lots up aftermarket parts while others say there horrible...

[drftk1d]

depends on your circumstances. is this car a daily driver? does it have to be driven in the city alot? how expensive is gas near you?

[Andydg]

How about an LT1 F-body (Camaro/Firebird)??? The GSX is kinda quick stock but for a little money it can be a very quick car. They're not the most reliable cars though.

[SRP | Lucian]

Okay, thanks. I definately want a reliable car as I'm not the most...car savvy person. Anyways, I think I found the dream car for me, hopefully.

The 3000GT seems perfect for me. It's pretty cheap, from what I've seen. I've seen them on Ebay for under $10K. I was also looking at the Toyota MR-2 which seems like a nice car.

I've got a quick question about the MR-2 though, I've seen some that are listed as the Spyder MR-2 and other's that are just listed as a MR-2 but are obviously completely different cars. Which is the better?

Thank you so much for all of your help and I'm really sorry for all of the questions.

Edit: I'm really sorry but one more question, I've heard a lot of talk about the DSM. Is that just the Eagle Talon TSI? Thank you.

[drftk1d]

85-89 mr2

had a supercharged model
91-95 mr2

had a turbocharged model
00-05 mr2

thats the spyder (its a convertible).

you have aim?

[drftk1d]

what we call a DSM around here usually refers to the 90-99 mitsubishi eclipse/eagle talon and 90-94 plymouth laser turbocharged models.

[SRP | Lucian]

Wow, thanks for the fast replies. I think I'm leaning towards a Nissan 300ZX now because I really like the looks of the 1990 model. Quick question, are some years better than others or are they all nice? Also, does anyone know if there's a picture/poster that features all of the 300ZX's? One more thing, if I don't get the Twin Turbo, is the standard version still good?

DriftKid - Thanks for the pics. Are any of those yours? Oh yeah, my AIM is l337 SP4NG.

Thanks!

Edit: Now I was looking around at a lot of your posts DriftKid and now I kind of want an older RX7. Hehehe, I'm getting high on cars, there's just so many to choose from. Anyways, how would you say a 85-87 RX7 Compares to a 300ZX. Also, I saw someone mention a Z32 300ZX, how is this different from your standard 300ZX?

Thank you so much!

[GritMaster]

Z32 is a 300zx. no difference. Z33 = 350z

[youngvr4]

Originally Posted by SRP | Lucian

Wow, thanks for the fast replies. I think I'm leaning towards a Nissan 300ZX now because I really like the looks of the 1990 model. Quick question, are some years better than others or are they all nice? Also, does anyone know if there's a picture/poster that features all of the 300ZX's? One more thing, if I don't get the Twin Turbo, is the standard version still good?

DriftKid - Thanks for the pics. Are any of those yours? Oh yeah, my AIM is l337 SP4NG.

Thanks!

Edit: Now I was looking around at a lot of your posts DriftKid and now I kind of want an older RX7. Hehehe, I'm getting high on cars, there's just so many to choose from. Anyways, how would you say a 85-87 RX7 Compares to a 300ZX. Also, I saw someone mention a Z32 300ZX, how is this different from your standard 300ZX?

Thank you so much!

still good, but not so quick. i beleive there mid 15 second cars, maybe low 15 second cars. how fast are you looking to go. you want a 15 second car a 14 second car or a 13 second car. you want nice handling or just go straight fast. i can tell you that any turbocharged car is gonna be easy to modify.

from what i get from you, i think a mr2 turbo would fit you fine.
or maybe like someone said above, a LT1 Z28 camaro



it has the C4 corvette engine in it, it runs low 14's in the 1/4 mile
talk about a fun car to drive, rwd burnouts and all, this can be had for around 8-9 grand with low miles. we got some up here for about 6500 with 80k miles on it.

or a mr2 turbo


high 14 second car, 14.8-14.7, crazy handling, engine is in the back, like in a ferrari or a acura nsx, and can be had for under 10 grand

here are the specs
General Information
Miles Per Gallon: 20/27 mpg
Curb Weight: 2825 lbs
Layout: Mid-Engine/RWD
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual
Engine
Type: Turbocharged Inline-4
Displacement: 1998 cc
Horsepower: 200 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque: 200 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm
Redline: 7200 rpm
Performance
0-60 mph: 6.2 sec
0-100 mph: 15.2 sec
Quarter Mile: 14.7 sec @ 96 mph
Skidpad: .94g
Top Speed: 145 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 106 ft
Slalom Speed: 64.5 mph
Information

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those are my idea's for you, hell go test drive em