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What kind of sports car should i get?

Discussion in 'Off-Topic Discussion' started by LilRedYota, Jun 12, 2011.

  1. Jun 14, 2011 at 9:01 PM
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    PLC721

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    to each his own
     
  2. Jun 14, 2011 at 9:09 PM
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  3. Jun 14, 2011 at 9:20 PM
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    SPORTS CAR SPORTS CAR SPORTS CAR!
     
  4. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:13 PM
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    Fabulous

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    Porsche 944's are great cars...I've had two. First car I ever had was a 1984 944, and a couple years back I had a 944S which was a lot of fun. Reliable, comfortable, good on gas, handle like a dream, and they look nice. Only thing to look out for is the timing belt and water pumps...they have to be replaced every 30,000 miles. I'm not sure what they go for down in the US, but look for the newest, clean 944/ 944s you can find. I like the S models and the Turbo, but the Turbos can cost more to maintain.
     
  5. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:17 PM
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    DirtyTacos

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    Nissan 370z. They have like 10 packages you can get. Love that car. It also has a huge after market.
     
  6. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:20 PM
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    AsianAnts

    AsianAnts just an AnT

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    -Satoshi Grille Upper/Lower/Triangles -LED Map Lights, LED Dome Light, LED License Plate Lights -No front license -Wet Okole -Weather Techs (digi) -Running Boards -Bed Extender -AFE Cold Air Intake 2SI Dry Filter -Tailgate Hose-Clamp Mod, Tailgate washer Mod -Combi chain lock on bed extender -no chime w/ key in ignition & open door -Fog Light anytime -Slim Cubby's 3kHID fog -bumper plugs -keyhole plug -TRD license plate frame -combi-lock storage -rear TSB -window tint -camera mod -Painted radiator/engine covers -LS460 RetroFit -Bed Tie-Downs -LED Gauge Cluster, radio, clock and AC -Bed Mat -Extra DRings -Painted center console, radio unit, ac panel, overhead console.
    got a 89' RX-7 FC with a turbo cosmo engine in it.. let me know if you interested.
     
  7. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:33 PM
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    You just kind of have to decide what you want. If you want a japanese import, go for a nissan 240, or try to find a twin turboed supra, or even just illegally import a Skyline ;). If you want European, go for the Porsche 944, or search around, I recently found an '86 911 for $4,000. It had some rust, but it looked like it would be a great project car. You could also find a bimmer or benz in pretty good condition for under 5 grand. if you want america, you should be able to easily find a clean Trans Am for under 4 grand. But just keep looking and don't 'settle' for a car. Find the car you want and don't end up disappointed.
     
  8. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:33 PM
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    My bad. I didn't want to ready the whole thread. Being lazy.
     
  9. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:35 PM
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    steve o 77

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  10. Jun 20, 2011 at 1:39 PM
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    steve o 77

    steve o 77 braaap

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    lol, well we all know there are no girls on the internet so it's a fair mistake.
     
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  12. Jun 20, 2011 at 2:01 PM
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    If you are mechanically inclined I would say a 90-94 awd turbo Eclipse or Talon. If they haven't been molested too badly they are fairly reliable, and awd donuts in the snow/mud will put a huge smile on your face.
     
  13. Jun 20, 2011 at 2:03 PM
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    i may be a biased, but you should get one of these ....

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    still regret selling her =/
     
  14. Jun 20, 2011 at 2:07 PM
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    find a turbo charged supra
     
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    I miss my S2000 now... Damn!
     
  16. Jun 20, 2011 at 2:18 PM
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    NISMO baby! 2010 #342...Stillen Supercharger soon to come....~550whp

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    Ya, I know your not going to get it for $3500, just had to show off my photo's :D
     
  17. Jun 20, 2011 at 2:54 PM
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    That's a good looking car, all you need now are 18 tv monitors all over the body :D
     
  18. Jun 20, 2011 at 2:57 PM
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    X2!!!!!
     
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    Audi RS4. Big V8--it's a blast to step on the gas :D

    [​IMG]
     
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    My dad's got an RS4. Its my favorite car to drive.
     

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