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RAE0694 · 07-01-2013, 08:05 PM

I'm looking to get a new car but I cant decide what to get for the life of me. I have a little over $10,000 to play with and I want to make a good choice. I've been telling myself for a while that I'll just get another 240 but I cant seem to find any that I really like in my area. It needs to be fast, have a clean look, a large aftermarket and 4 seats. I dont like fwd or most american styling.

What I'm really asking is a personal question to you guys. If you were in my position what would you get? Whats your favorite car that you've ever owned?

Thanks

xoxide · 07-01-2013, 08:07 PM

We serious here right now? You're a big boy... make your own decision... reported.

scottep3 · 07-01-2013, 08:16 PM

iv always wanted a g35 sedan or coupe. they both look good.
if you dont mind a monthly payment theres the brz/frs or an evo/sti
also the genisis coupe
its really up to you tho
do you want 4 door or 2 door
hatchback or convertable
its all personal pererence

Miguelone · 07-01-2013, 08:17 PM

Get a skyline

RHDAmerica · 07-01-2013, 08:31 PM

We can import the 88 s13 Silvia coupe for about that price. It would be 50 state and federally legal...

hit us up...

No 240.. No id · 07-01-2013, 08:41 PM

A down payment on a house. But you are 19 so i doubt that you gone to do this.

SupaDoopa · 07-01-2013, 09:17 PM

A pre-paid debit card so you can take the bus, pay your court costs, and pay for your medical injuries when your 'fast' car hits something or someone at a super cool 'fast' speed.

s13livin · 07-01-2013, 09:26 PM

wow another one of these, you probably don't even have the money but i would buy a 510 and swap an sr.

blessedhellrider · 07-01-2013, 09:36 PM

ride? iv always liked rollor coasters !

shalezzz · 07-01-2013, 09:53 PM

Put 10gs on an frs or genesis payments would be like 220 a month, it's under warranty, in 5 years you can have a paid off newer car and in the process build your credit for that house. Granted its not the fastest but its fun and goes the speed limit.
That's my opinion I've wasted a ton of money fixing used cars it's a great feeling to get in a car and know its gonna start and get 30 mpgs.

DJZ · 07-01-2013, 10:08 PM

Buy a smart car

feito · 07-01-2013, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by DJZ

Buy a smart car

damn it i fuking swear i came in this thread to recommend that, u freaking freaking beat me to it.
But man, he needs a 4 seater, so a prius would be a perfect fit

**Phlip** · 07-02-2013, 06:33 AM

Your money
Your decision

None of us are you, and none of us knows your tastes, preferences or personal little quirks. What you decide upon is PURELY on you. The only suggestion I would make would be to not go blowing that money stupidly. Buying a "fast car," probably to modify, at the age of 19 is "blowing that money stupidly."
I will leave this open for now in hopes that someone else talks some sense into you.

Miguelone · 07-02-2013, 08:36 AM

Honda Beat.

EnemyS15 · 07-02-2013, 08:57 AM

10k @ 19!? Want to blow it on a car?

You'll see that the 10k won't last! Be smart. Buy a reliable and affordable car. Put that money away and you'll always have a cushion when you need to buy something or bills.

Philip said it best. It's your money, you do what you want with it. Your tastes, preferences, etc. Since you got big boy money to play with, let's practice a big boy skill called.... Make your own decisions.

SuperBlackS14 · 07-02-2013, 09:43 AM

Once, and for all. The people here aren't trying to be dicks, they just want to give you knowledge, so you don't make major financial mistakes.

A lot of people here (myself included) have made or watched a friend make these mistakes. I don't know if you follow the news or not, but the Economy is in the shitter right now. I'd suggest buying a cheap car that you don't have to dump money into until you have a stable job and are not living on the grace of your parents (housing, car storage, money, food, ect. Think about it.)

You have plenty of time to buy a fast car later on. There are plenty of choices that you can have for cheap and will be reliable, just remember to go STOCK if you buy a car with aftermarket support. OEM = Reliable in most cases.

As for cars. If you find a stock 240, congrats. It's pretty much still a beater. And if you're like me, you'll feel bad letting mother nature beat it into the ground (road grime, salt, birds, trees, other drivers/cars), and you'll try to make it perfect. Don't. Hell, if I'd known what I do now about these cars, I'd probably have waited till I had a good job to sort the little niggly problems out...

As for reliable cars you can buy, well Hondas. Hate and hate and hate. But what most people hate is that they're cheap little economy cars with very annoying drivers, who modify them to be ridiculous (blanket statement) but if you buy a STOCK Civic, you'll get reliable transportation (in most cases) that can still be fun. Same goes for Mazda. Miatas are great driver's cars, and relatively reliable. Plus learning how to drive fast (High Performance Driving Events, Autocross, Ect) on a cheap car, will be worth more later in life than crashing a fast/expensive car now.

Phlip said it, it's your money and you need to pick it yourself.

But the rest of us are going to tell you not to buy a 240, or anything actually worth that 10 grand. Save your money and don't be dumb with it. It will pay off a lot in the long run.

I know how I was when I was 19. This would have gone in one ear and out some other hole. DON'T BE LIKE ME, GUY!

**Phlip** · 07-02-2013, 09:53 AM

I'm going to shoot the next one of you who misspells my damned name.

Chuki_KA24e · 07-02-2013, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RHDAmerica

We can import the 88 s13 Silvia coupe for about that price. It would be 50 state and federally legal...

hit us up...

Why 10K for an 88'? Because Racecar? Or because Crazy JDM Drift Tax?...

Teddy Bruckshot · 07-02-2013, 10:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phlip

I'm going to shoot the next one of you who misspells my damned name.

Phillip Philip Fhilip

Teddy Bruckshot · 07-02-2013, 10:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by No 240.. No id

A down payment on a house. But you are 19 so i doubt that you gone to do this.

+1 use your money wisely

**Phlip** · 07-02-2013, 10:19 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Teddy Bruckshot

Phillip Philip Fhilip

RHDAmerica · 07-02-2013, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chuki_KA24e

Why 10K for an 88'? Because Racecar? Or because Crazy JDM Drift Tax?...

Because it's a 50 state and federally legal car... I'm sorry I didn't know you could get one cheaper...

Quote:

Originally Posted by Phlip

^^^ Funniest shit EVER!!!

zooopreme · 07-02-2013, 11:06 AM

Don't ban, Teddy Bruckshot, I'm his signature

hahaha

Chuki_KA24e · 07-02-2013, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RHDAmerica

Because it's a 50 state and federally legal car... I'm sorry I didn't know you could get one cheaper...

^^^ Funniest shit EVER!!!

Wasn't trying to be a dick, was just asking...

Slippin'eight-nine · 07-04-2013, 02:13 AM

Did u want 4 functional seats? Cause if so count out another 240! Haha you could put a nice down payment on an Evo or Sti. Either of those cars will meet all your needs. Let us know how it turns out

xBandiTx · 07-04-2013, 02:46 AM

Get a genesis coupe lol 2.0T over the 3.8 but thats just me...

you should also look into investing some money, your 19? Get into network marketing man lol best thing you can do in your life..trust me im pretty happy with making money while i sleep ^______^

but if you wanna 240 get one, everyones going to basically say the same thing this all comes down to you, your better off asking the person who knows YOU the most and is also into cars just as much if not more than you.

maybe try playing forza/Gran Turismo, or NFS to get a idea for what kind of car you want lol

redline racer510 · 07-04-2013, 08:59 PM

Invest into getting some kind of skill (welding etc) and make money doing it and save the rest. Cars come and go and at 19 you have a lot of time left to mess with cars. Get yourself a beater something reliable and good on gas.

silviasandbeer · 07-06-2013, 04:40 PM

Has to be fast, have 4 doors, look clean and not be fwd, and also not be american made??
Wellp, 10k$ aint gunna really get you that..
If i had 10k id go with a s2000
honda reliability and good on gas and convertible...ladies love the convertible

but hey saving 10k in cash and adding to it over time aint such a bad idea either..

07-01-2013, 08:05 PM	#1
RAE0694 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Sacramento, California Age: 30 Posts: 3 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Help! What ride would you get? I'm looking to get a new car but I cant decide what to get for the life of me. I have a little over $10,000 to play with and I want to make a good choice. I've been telling myself for a while that I'll just get another 240 but I cant seem to find any that I really like in my area. It needs to be fast, have a clean look, a large aftermarket and 4 seats. I dont like fwd or most american styling. What I'm really asking is a personal question to you guys. If you were in my position what would you get? Whats your favorite car that you've ever owned? Thanks

07-01-2013, 08:17 PM	#4
Miguelone Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia Age: 34 Posts: 215 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Get a skyline __________________

07-01-2013, 09:26 PM	#8
s13livin Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: California Posts: 545 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	wow another one of these, you probably don't even have the money but i would buy a 510 and swap an sr. __________________ out of 240s for now.510s for now. coupe again in the future.

07-01-2013, 09:36 PM	#9
blessedhellrider Zilvia Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: tampaish Age: 43 Posts: 277 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	ride? iv always liked rollor coasters ! __________________

07-02-2013, 06:33 AM	#13
Phlip Yes, I look like that Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: In my supervillain's lair Posts: 27,980 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: Phlip Feedback Score: 19 reviews	Your money Your decision None of us are you, and none of us knows your tastes, preferences or personal little quirks. What you decide upon is PURELY on you. The only suggestion I would make would be to not go blowing that money stupidly. Buying a "fast car," probably to modify, at the age of 19 is "blowing that money stupidly." I will leave this open for now in hopes that someone else talks some sense into you. __________________ Weirdo And I write too!

07-01-2013, 08:07 PM	#2
xoxide Post Whore! Join Date: May 2010 Location: Jacksonville Posts: 2,807 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	We serious here right now? You're a big boy... make your own decision... reported.

07-01-2013, 08:16 PM	#3
scottep3 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Costa mesa CA Age: 31 Posts: 24 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	iv always wanted a g35 sedan or coupe. they both look good. if you dont mind a monthly payment theres the brz/frs or an evo/sti also the genisis coupe its really up to you tho do you want 4 door or 2 door hatchback or convertable its all personal pererence

07-01-2013, 08:31 PM	#5
RHDAmerica Banned from the Marketplace Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: RHDAmerica Posts: 924 Trader Rating: (13) Feedback Score: 13 reviews	We can import the 88 s13 Silvia coupe for about that price. It would be 50 state and federally legal... hit us up...

07-01-2013, 08:41 PM	#6
No 240.. No id Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: spaceship Posts: 1,340 Trader Rating: (35) Feedback Score: 35 reviews	A down payment on a house. But you are 19 so i doubt that you gone to do this.

07-01-2013, 09:17 PM	#7
SupaDoopa Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: 隠された意図 Age: 37 Posts: 3,689 Trader Rating: (26) Feedback Score: 26 reviews	A pre-paid debit card so you can take the bus, pay your court costs, and pay for your medical injuries when your 'fast' car hits something or someone at a super cool 'fast' speed.

07-01-2013, 09:53 PM	#10
shalezzz Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Philadelphia/Bensalem Age: 35 Posts: 421 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Put 10gs on an frs or genesis payments would be like 220 a month, it's under warranty, in 5 years you can have a paid off newer car and in the process build your credit for that house. Granted its not the fastest but its fun and goes the speed limit. That's my opinion I've wasted a ton of money fixing used cars it's a great feeling to get in a car and know its gonna start and get 30 mpgs.

07-01-2013, 10:08 PM	#11
DJZ Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: norcal Age: 32 Posts: 286 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Buy a smart car

07-02-2013, 08:36 AM	#14
Miguelone Zilvia Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia Age: 34 Posts: 215 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Honda Beat. __________________

07-02-2013, 08:57 AM	#15
EnemyS15 Nissanaholic! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Tampa, Florida Posts: 1,677 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	10k @ 19!? Want to blow it on a car? You'll see that the 10k won't last! Be smart. Buy a reliable and affordable car. Put that money away and you'll always have a cushion when you need to buy something or bills. Philip said it best. It's your money, you do what you want with it. Your tastes, preferences, etc. Since you got big boy money to play with, let's practice a big boy skill called.... Make your own decisions.

07-02-2013, 09:43 AM	#16
SuperBlackS14 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Albany, NY Age: 34 Posts: 381 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Once, and for all. The people here aren't trying to be dicks, they just want to give you knowledge, so you don't make major financial mistakes. A lot of people here (myself included) have made or watched a friend make these mistakes. I don't know if you follow the news or not, but the Economy is in the shitter right now. I'd suggest buying a cheap car that you don't have to dump money into until you have a stable job and are not living on the grace of your parents (housing, car storage, money, food, ect. Think about it.) You have plenty of time to buy a fast car later on. There are plenty of choices that you can have for cheap and will be reliable, just remember to go STOCK if you buy a car with aftermarket support. OEM = Reliable in most cases. As for cars. If you find a stock 240, congrats. It's pretty much still a beater. And if you're like me, you'll feel bad letting mother nature beat it into the ground (road grime, salt, birds, trees, other drivers/cars), and you'll try to make it perfect. Don't. Hell, if I'd known what I do now about these cars, I'd probably have waited till I had a good job to sort the little niggly problems out... As for reliable cars you can buy, well Hondas. Hate and hate and hate. But what most people hate is that they're cheap little economy cars with very annoying drivers, who modify them to be ridiculous (blanket statement) but if you buy a STOCK Civic, you'll get reliable transportation (in most cases) that can still be fun. Same goes for Mazda. Miatas are great driver's cars, and relatively reliable. Plus learning how to drive fast (High Performance Driving Events, Autocross, Ect) on a cheap car, will be worth more later in life than crashing a fast/expensive car now. Phlip said it, it's your money and you need to pick it yourself. But the rest of us are going to tell you not to buy a 240, or anything actually worth that 10 grand. Save your money and don't be dumb with it. It will pay off a lot in the long run. I know how I was when I was 19. This would have gone in one ear and out some other hole. DON'T BE LIKE ME, GUY! __________________ "Power Is Nothing Without Control" Last edited by SuperBlackS14; 07-02-2013 at 10:27 AM.. Reason: Misspelled Phlip's name...

07-02-2013, 09:53 AM	#17
Phlip Yes, I look like that Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: In my supervillain's lair Posts: 27,980 Trader Rating: (19) Rides Gallery: Phlip Feedback Score: 19 reviews	I'm going to shoot the next one of you who misspells my damned name. __________________ Weirdo And I write too!

07-02-2013, 11:06 AM	#23
zooopreme Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Southern California Posts: 2,772 Trader Rating: (38) Feedback Score: 38 reviews	Don't ban, Teddy Bruckshot, I'm his signature hahaha

07-04-2013, 02:13 AM	#25
Slippin'eight-nine Leaky Injector Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Kailua, Hawaii Posts: 112 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Did u want 4 functional seats? Cause if so count out another 240! Haha you could put a nice down payment on an Evo or Sti. Either of those cars will meet all your needs. Let us know how it turns out __________________ Project cars: "Fail to plan, plan to fail"

07-04-2013, 02:46 AM	#26
xBandiTx Zilvia Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: South Bay Area(408) Age: 32 Posts: 298 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	Get a genesis coupe lol 2.0T over the 3.8 but thats just me... you should also look into investing some money, your 19? Get into network marketing man lol best thing you can do in your life..trust me im pretty happy with making money while i sleep ^______^ but if you wanna 240 get one, everyones going to basically say the same thing this all comes down to you, your better off asking the person who knows YOU the most and is also into cars just as much if not more than you. maybe try playing forza/Gran Turismo, or NFS to get a idea for what kind of car you want lol __________________ Love my FairLady Z31T

07-04-2013, 08:59 PM	#27
redline racer510 Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: EARFF(earth for you idiots) Posts: 1,072 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Invest into getting some kind of skill (welding etc) and make money doing it and save the rest. Cars come and go and at 19 you have a lot of time left to mess with cars. Get yourself a beater something reliable and good on gas. __________________ WARNING: User has a low tolerance for stupidity. Post at your own risk.