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zTheStig · 06-05-2009, 05:55 PM

Hey guys
I used to drive my s14 for daily but recently i've been track preping it and i hate to change my coil setting everyday i go to work

and it been stuck at my garage most of the time and i can't really go anywhere

so i'm really considering another car for a daily and have the 14 be my weekend warrior i was thinking about a s13 but any suggestions guys?

steve shadows · 06-05-2009, 05:57 PM

I love my E36 - but it's going to be a track car / and a daily

kalypso123 · 06-05-2009, 06:04 PM

DreamN · 06-05-2009, 06:04 PM

A well kept stock s13 is a nice daily. Especially if it's one with all the options.

Though it might give you the itch to modify it as well. Should probably get a newer model camry, corolla, or civic 4dr.

5t341tH · 06-05-2009, 06:07 PM

the Fit is GO!

Brian · 06-05-2009, 06:10 PM

Look into an Infiniti Sedan.

J30, Q45, I30, etc.

They are pretty cheap.

zTheStig · 06-05-2009, 06:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by steve shadows

I love my E36 - but it's going to be a track car / and a daily

HAHAha thats funny cuz i was actually considering getting a e36 but its a lil to much for my budget atm im just looking something problem free to drive around

DreamN · 06-05-2009, 06:14 PM

Mini Cooper would be nice too if you get a good deal on a used one. They're great little cars with above average MPG.

Taniguchi_Is_#1 · 06-05-2009, 06:35 PM

price range? that would help you out with suggestions. i would suggest a civic for a beater.

heavenboundkevin · 06-06-2009, 12:44 AM

integra hatch. awesome storage space, good gas mileage, easy to find, cheap, reliable......just get good security =]

I LUV MY S13 · 06-06-2009, 12:48 AM

im havin a 2005 mustang goin up for sale in about a week..very clean cherry red, automatic, 66,xxx

pm me if interested i'll send pics

josephin510 · 06-06-2009, 12:49 AM

Get a s12 that would be diff.

gotspins13 · 06-06-2009, 01:41 AM

i got a honda accord for sale that ill let go for 1800
1996 honda accord

DreamN · 06-06-2009, 01:47 AM

lol surprised the guy with the DA Integra hasn't posted with pictures of his car.

andisan · 06-06-2009, 02:14 AM

^ hahahah yeah were is he? maybe he finally sold it.......poor guy saw it on every "car for sale" thread trying to trade it.

Anyways you cant go wrong with a 4 door civic, I think you can find a decent one with low miles for a good price.

wickedjester · 06-06-2009, 02:48 AM

Im getting a nissan cube for a daily =]

dakota_lyons · 06-06-2009, 03:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by wickedjester

Im getting a nissan cube for a daily =]

eww

i think cubes are ugly as all sin

ronmcdon · 06-06-2009, 03:20 PM

I'm in a similar situation myself.
I also have a S14 with far too stiff suspension for comfortable daily use (or even casual autoX for that matter)
Only I'm going to try getting softer springs first before resorting to getting another car in addition.
Softer suspension isn't necessarily a bad thing, as long it's set up in accordance to your driving style and preferences.

With Beaters,

common factors to consider:
-cost to purchase/finance/lease
-cost to insure
-mpg
-risk of getting stolen
-fun to drive.

Used to daily drive a CRX Si and it was my fav beater of all time.
cheap to buy, cheap to insure, cheap on gas, cheap on parts, and lots fun to drive stock.
I didn't live/work in a place that was prone to theft, so it was ok for the most part.
after i sold to some lady who lived in a part of town with more theft, it was stolen in less a moth.

2nd place was a 08 civic Si sedan.
fun car, but kinda expensive to finance.
put 5k down on that car, and had to finance for 370 @ 5%-ish APR for 60 months
eventually crashed the poor car out of foolishness.

Right now, wouldn't mind leasing a 135 for 360/month.
unfortunately, my credit is trashed.

s13dan · 06-06-2009, 03:22 PM

I had a B12 sentra and it was a great little car.They are cheap and great mpg and if you get one with A/C and other goodies its a perfect DD.I never had a problem with mine.

RurouniMidnight · 06-06-2009, 03:22 PM

i just got an IS300 a few weeks ago for a daily, im really loving it i was looking for another hatch at first but decided i wanted a newer car for less headaches and just something you can hop in and drive, trust me a great daily will make you less stressed about driving your track car around all the time, Goodluck!

boosted_kouki · 06-06-2009, 03:50 PM

i got a great DD for you http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/258902...000-miles.html

prodigyJJ · 06-07-2009, 01:08 PM

My DD is a 92 saab 900 turbo. It is a pretty awesome little car. good gas mileage, good interior, and good storage space. I actually put mu ka in this car, and drove it to the machine shop.

jdmdrft · 06-07-2009, 01:14 PM

e30. Cheap. And fun as hell... Good on gas.. I love mine.

aoiken3 · 06-07-2009, 01:52 PM

dont get a civic. chances are, you'll get it stolen the next day

simmode1 · 06-07-2009, 02:16 PM

Get a Lexus. SC300/400's are pretty cheap. Or you could get a newer GS300/400 if you wanna spend some money to get something newer...

s13skank · 06-07-2009, 02:22 PM

I gots an Integra w/itr front for my daily it looks sexy and great mpg and what not

nissantfsx · 06-07-2009, 03:18 PM

I am in the process of searching for a 02-03 Mazda Protege 5

But yea, Honda (civic, accord...) are good daily drivers in my opinion.

silnismo · 06-07-2009, 05:04 PM

Bmw E36, Cheap, Reliable, sporty with excellent creature comforts.

Mines got 209,xxx and still going strong.

s13 @ fullboost · 06-07-2009, 05:16 PM

I have a pretty fast Corrado for sale its my daily and its reliable well it has been for me so far for the most part the only prob I have was with the blinkers but I added fluid and it fixed that problem haha =] PM me if your intrested

Shadowhunter · 06-07-2009, 05:44 PM

Personally I am in the same pickle. I will be buying another S14 or Gen 3 Integra GSR as a daily have not made up my mind yet.

06-05-2009, 05:57 PM	#2
steve shadows Post Whore! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: LA and OC Posts: 8,202 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	I love my E36 - but it's going to be a track car / and a daily __________________ Like Me on FaceBook !

06-05-2009, 06:04 PM	#4
DreamN Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal - 818 Age: 40 Posts: 10,692 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: DreamN Feedback Score: 54 reviews	A well kept stock s13 is a nice daily. Especially if it's one with all the options. Though it might give you the itch to modify it as well. Should probably get a newer model camry, corolla, or civic 4dr. __________________ - Jimmy Wanted: TBD For Sale: TBD

06-05-2009, 06:07 PM	#5
5t341tH Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: socal (Huntington Beach) Age: 36 Posts: 2,787 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	the Fit is GO! __________________ lexus baby

06-05-2009, 06:10 PM	#6
Brian Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: usa Posts: 12,840 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: Brian Feedback Score: 54 reviews	Look into an Infiniti Sedan. J30, Q45, I30, etc. They are pretty cheap. __________________ http://bhworld.wordpress.com/

06-05-2009, 06:14 PM	#8
DreamN Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal - 818 Age: 40 Posts: 10,692 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: DreamN Feedback Score: 54 reviews	Mini Cooper would be nice too if you get a good deal on a used one. They're great little cars with above average MPG. __________________ - Jimmy Wanted: TBD For Sale: TBD

06-05-2009, 05:55 PM	#1
zTheStig Leaky Injector Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: city wok Age: 36 Posts: 107 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Need a Good Daily Driver Hey guys I used to drive my s14 for daily but recently i've been track preping it and i hate to change my coil setting everyday i go to work and it been stuck at my garage most of the time and i can't really go anywhere so i'm really considering another car for a daily and have the 14 be my weekend warrior i was thinking about a s13 but any suggestions guys?

06-05-2009, 06:04 PM	#3
kalypso123 (ノಠ益ಠ)ノ彡 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: New York, NY Posts: 2,853 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews

06-05-2009, 06:35 PM	#9
Taniguchi_Is_#1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Arkansas Prefecture Posts: 3,141 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	price range? that would help you out with suggestions. i would suggest a civic for a beater.

06-06-2009, 12:44 AM	#10
heavenboundkevin Zilvia Addict Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Las vegas Age: 37 Posts: 673 Trader Rating: (8) Feedback Score: 8 reviews	integra hatch. awesome storage space, good gas mileage, easy to find, cheap, reliable......just get good security =]

06-06-2009, 12:48 AM	#11
I LUV MY S13 Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Norwalk, Los Angeles Age: 35 Posts: 3,349 Trader Rating: (35) Rides Gallery: I LUV MY S13 Feedback Score: 35 reviews	im havin a 2005 mustang goin up for sale in about a week..very clean cherry red, automatic, 66,xxx pm me if interested i'll send pics __________________ -Jorge

06-06-2009, 12:49 AM	#12
josephin510 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: richmond Age: 36 Posts: 504 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Get a s12 that would be diff.

06-06-2009, 01:41 AM	#13
gotspins13 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: NorCAl//Sacramento Posts: 944 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i got a honda accord for sale that ill let go for 1800 1996 honda accord __________________ perfectly said! FJ20ET 16 valve - the holy grail of Nissan engines

06-06-2009, 01:47 AM	#14
DreamN Post Whore! Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: SoCal - 818 Age: 40 Posts: 10,692 Trader Rating: (54) Rides Gallery: DreamN Feedback Score: 54 reviews	lol surprised the guy with the DA Integra hasn't posted with pictures of his car. __________________ - Jimmy Wanted: TBD For Sale: TBD

06-06-2009, 02:14 AM	#15
andisan Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Lompoc CA 805!!!! Age: 41 Posts: 2,063 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	^ hahahah yeah were is he? maybe he finally sold it.......poor guy saw it on every "car for sale" thread trying to trade it. Anyways you cant go wrong with a 4 door civic, I think you can find a decent one with low miles for a good price.

06-06-2009, 02:48 AM	#16
wickedjester Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: escondido Age: 36 Posts: 511 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Im getting a nissan cube for a daily =] __________________ ur car door says protect and serve but on the street its harass and disturb

06-06-2009, 03:20 PM	#18
ronmcdon Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: beverly hills Age: 90 Posts: 4,260 Trader Rating: (6) Feedback Score: 6 reviews	I'm in a similar situation myself. I also have a S14 with far too stiff suspension for comfortable daily use (or even casual autoX for that matter) Only I'm going to try getting softer springs first before resorting to getting another car in addition. Softer suspension isn't necessarily a bad thing, as long it's set up in accordance to your driving style and preferences. With Beaters, common factors to consider: -cost to purchase/finance/lease -cost to insure -mpg -risk of getting stolen -fun to drive. Used to daily drive a CRX Si and it was my fav beater of all time. cheap to buy, cheap to insure, cheap on gas, cheap on parts, and lots fun to drive stock. I didn't live/work in a place that was prone to theft, so it was ok for the most part. after i sold to some lady who lived in a part of town with more theft, it was stolen in less a moth. 2nd place was a 08 civic Si sedan. fun car, but kinda expensive to finance. put 5k down on that car, and had to finance for 370 @ 5%-ish APR for 60 months eventually crashed the poor car out of foolishness. Right now, wouldn't mind leasing a 135 for 360/month. unfortunately, my credit is trashed. Last edited by ronmcdon; 06-06-2009 at 03:48 PM..

06-06-2009, 03:22 PM	#19
s13dan Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Springfield, Mo Posts: 1,519 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I had a B12 sentra and it was a great little car.They are cheap and great mpg and if you get one with A/C and other goodies its a perfect DD.I never had a problem with mine. __________________ 89 240sx hatch #933-the hot rod 91 240sx coupe #131,603-the daily

06-06-2009, 03:22 PM	#20
RurouniMidnight Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston TX Age: 42 Posts: 1,245 Trader Rating: (12) Feedback Score: 12 reviews	i just got an IS300 a few weeks ago for a daily, im really loving it i was looking for another hatch at first but decided i wanted a newer car for less headaches and just something you can hop in and drive, trust me a great daily will make you less stressed about driving your track car around all the time, Goodluck! __________________ http://nightparade.wordpress.com/ Join in on instagram @nightparade

06-06-2009, 03:50 PM	#21
boosted_kouki Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Valdosta GA Age: 38 Posts: 95 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i got a great DD for you http://zilvia.net/f/cars-sale/258902...000-miles.html __________________

06-07-2009, 01:08 PM	#22
prodigyJJ Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Mississippi Age: 39 Posts: 236 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	My DD is a 92 saab 900 turbo. It is a pretty awesome little car. good gas mileage, good interior, and good storage space. I actually put mu ka in this car, and drove it to the machine shop.

06-07-2009, 01:14 PM	#23
jdmdrft Zilvia Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Arkansas Age: 32 Posts: 151 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	e30. Cheap. And fun as hell... Good on gas.. I love mine.

06-07-2009, 01:52 PM	#24
aoiken3 Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Norcal Baby! Posts: 696 Trader Rating: (5) Feedback Score: 5 reviews	dont get a civic. chances are, you'll get it stolen the next day __________________ おれのシルビア大好きだよ！！！

06-07-2009, 02:16 PM	#25
simmode1 Post Whore! Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Addison, TX Posts: 5,526 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Get a Lexus. SC300/400's are pretty cheap. Or you could get a newer GS300/400 if you wanna spend some money to get something newer...

06-07-2009, 02:22 PM	#26
s13skank Zilvia Junkie Join Date: May 2009 Location: Yuma AZ Age: 36 Posts: 571 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I gots an Integra w/itr front for my daily it looks sexy and great mpg and what not

06-07-2009, 03:18 PM	#27
nissantfsx Leaky Injector Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Castro Valley/Oakland/Davis Age: 40 Posts: 111 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I am in the process of searching for a 02-03 Mazda Protege 5 But yea, Honda (civic, accord...) are good daily drivers in my opinion.

06-07-2009, 05:16 PM	#29
s13 @ fullboost Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: St.Petersburg,FL Posts: 2,550 Trader Rating: (15) Feedback Score: 15 reviews	I have a pretty fast Corrado for sale its my daily and its reliable well it has been for me so far for the most part the only prob I have was with the blinkers but I added fluid and it fixed that problem haha =] PM me if your intrested __________________

06-07-2009, 05:44 PM	#30
Shadowhunter Zilvia Addict Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: San Diego,CA Age: 40 Posts: 647 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Personally I am in the same pickle. I will be buying another S14 or Gen 3 Integra GSR as a daily have not made up my mind yet.