Which new car would you buy?

[Boost_Fiend]

This owns all cars mentioned in this thread. $29,710.

[blktopsr20]

this is my definition of sports car:



$40 full tank for 2 weeks. can't beat that...hahah

[lucky7]

Originally Posted by TougeLove

@lucky7 i completely agree with you on the issue of buying a new car and resale value, but for some of these cars, especially the ones the OP is mentioning, they are really hard to find that have not been beat to hell. I was very reluctant to purchase a new wrx but after searching for 2 years and only finding a handful of semi decent wrxs that had not been destroyed i took the hit and bought new. a mustang, wrx, 350/370, g35/37 may have that first owner who beat the crap out of it, after all thats why you buy a car like that in the first place.

however i cant see paying for the SI civic. i remember when the 2000 si was like 16, 17k? and now they want 24 ish???? ugh.

again, used. you can get an FA5 Si for $10k if you look hard enough. I'd make sure it was in good working order, toss a suspension and wheels on it, and start saving my pennies for a real sports car. I understand your perspective completely, despite never being in the scenario. I feel like buying a used WRX is like buying a damn DSM. You really have no idea what you're getting yourself into until it's too late. I feel as though they are FAR less durable than people might suggest. Every WRX with some power is on its 2nd, 3rd, etc, engine build. That's not all that appealing to me. It's one of those cars I'd be terrified to modify. haha.

[ManoNegra]

Originally Posted by TougeLove

The sticker price was 27,500 and finally settled at 24,300 (invoice is around 24,100) so they made a couple hundred and I saved a couple thousand. (no trade in) i also had the warranty extended for free to 7yr/70k miles with 36k mile service plan (oil changes are not cheap). overall im super happy and insurance is super low. (its considered a station wagon i believe because of the extra windows.)

Was this out the door if you don't mind me asking? Taxes, fees, license and financing?

I just picked up a new Mazda 3 skyactive hatch.
If the WRX were a more practical car (mpg was a big factor in my decision)
it would have been a no-brainer.

[DS562]

Mazda 3's are still pretty cool lookin, i'd get one as a dd.

[Jeraziah]

Genesis Coupe or FR-S

[RobbieB]

I'd proly go for a 2012 Audi A5 coupe.

[TougeLove]

Originally Posted by RobbieB

I'd proly go for a 2012 Audi A5 coupe.

have you ever owned an audi?

most people who suggest audis have never driven them lol.

[KA24DESOneThree]

I would never buy a new car. Let someone else drive it off the lot and get hit with the depreciation, then buy it with sub-10k miles just a little bit later.

If I had to, though, I'd buy a Focus or maybe wait for the SKYACTIV-D Mazda 6. The car I'd really like, though, is the Mazda 2 3-door with the 1.4L SKYACTIV-G.

The Europeans drive slow cars that get really good gas mileage; I see no reason why we cannot do the same.

[ZilviaKid]

Originally Posted by blktopsr20

this is my definition of sports car:

$40 full tank for 2 weeks. can't beat that...hahah

this guy knows whats up

i bought this beast of a machine



its so great that my gf then bought one, and now a good friend is also

fast cars suck

[ronmcdon]

I like the 2 as is.

can't imagine it having any less power than it already has, and fuel economy could be a bit better for it's class. ideally you'd want a bit of both. typical mazda though. well sorted out, responsive car. not very memorable powertrain.

If I were to get a daily driver today, the 2 would be one of my first choices. I like the 3, but don't think I could afford one right now. 2 is very tempting.

[ManoNegra]

put a hundred miles on the Mazda over the weekend,
these are my impressions so far:

- I need to tint the windows ASAP, was really annoying having a Honda with riced out
headlamps behind me.

- Sound system feels a little weak (iTouring).

- Driving position feels very high. But it's no surprise though; I've been driving lowered cars for over a decade.

- FWD and electronic throttle take a little getting used to. It's different than what I'm
accustomed to. Still figuring out the characteristics of the powerband.

overall, I'm pretty happy with the purchase.

[DS562]

Originally Posted by ManoNegra

- I need to tint the windows ASAP, was really annoying having a Honda with riced out
headlamps behind me.

- FWD and electronic throttle take a little getting used to. It's different than what I'm
accustomed to. Still figuring out the characteristics of the powerband.

qft, i still dont like electronic throttles. i dont trust them.

[nutendo]

S16 silvia concept
http://www.zerotohundred.com/wp-cont...epage_hero.jpg

[DS562]

idk man, i think nissan ended the S-chassis on a good note.

[lucky7]

it's a sick rendering though, that is for sure.

[DS562]

indeed.

msglngth

[dpak]

Kia Ray! but I don't think those are in America YET, coming in this year though.
Been seeing a whole bunch in Korea though, they're adorable..
I don't really buy the whole electric/hybrid bullshit..
but PURELY AESTHETICALLY speaking, this car is awesome!
slammed on some cute little s1s or some bbs rs or other meshies... DOPE. lol

[drift freaq]

Originally Posted by dpak

Kia Ray! but I don't think those are in America YET, coming in this year though.
Been seeing a whole bunch in Korea though, they're adorable..
I don't really buy the whole electric/hybrid bullshit..
but PURELY AESTHETICALLY speaking, this car is awesome!
slammed on some cute little s1s or some bbs rs or other meshies... DOPE. lol

It looks like an hybrid version of the Cube or a cross between the Soul and the Cube. I still would consider a Cube. They are nice and comfortable and they get great mileage.

[yokotas13]

Originally Posted by ManoNegra

Was this out the door if you don't mind me asking? Taxes, fees, license and financing?

I just picked up a new Mazda 3 skyactive hatch.
If the WRX were a more practical car (mpg was a big factor in my decision)
it would have been a no-brainer.

whatd you get it for out the door?

I was looking at them, but equally equipped with my corolla they wanted 23k before other fees/taxes/tags and i got mine for 20k out the door For a loaded S (as much as they can be anyways)

like the 23k mazda didnt even have bluetooth

[ManoNegra]

Originally Posted by yokotas13

whatd you get it for out the door?

I was looking at them, but equally equipped with my corolla they wanted 23k before other fees/taxes/tags and i got mine for 20k out the door For a loaded S (as much as they can be anyways)

like the 23k mazda didnt even have bluetooth

a little under 22k out the door
but this took a good amount of negotiating, patience and a good down payment

the i Touring Skyactive hatch comes standard with bluetooth

[mkBIMMER]

WRX or Brz ftw.

[0100]

Yeah I agree fast cars suck for a dd.



^bone stock (besides safety gear) and still plenty fun at the track.

[DreamN]

I <3 my cube. 33+mpg without even trying is awesome sauce.

Though I still feel BMW/Mini is the way to go new. Girl keeps buggin' about the Clubman.

[fyneyoungstunna]

mini's are nice!! Im 6'6 and it still feels like it has more room than my old 02 civic and many other cars. It also handles just like I want it to. Plenty of power for around the city, and plenty of fun in the mountains. Im looking at buying one (rented one for a month).

I feel weird saying this: The new ford focuses are tits, its just kush all around. It puts a smile on my face every time I start it up. Ive rented three different ones. The hyundai sonata's are great too! The ford Focus is still tops on my list. The steering takes a min to get used to as it responds Right Away. electronic throttle does take a minute to get used to but once it gets going it gets going.
For "just around town" the versa works, but not for much more. And, its kinda bare minimum. I cant wait to rent a cube and a soul to compare the two. Someone with a cube should chime in about handling and power.

[DreamN]

Handling on the cube is actually quite nice. I've never driven for anything more than what it is intended for, daily commuting, so I can't give you an opinion on handling from a performance point of view.

It does have go-kart like feel to it though. We have a CVT model and it was weird to get used to it at first. Pretty much you don't feel as if the transmission is shifting gears. So there isn't that slight tug/push feel when accelerating. Also, electric throttle control was awkward for me.

Power is spot on perfect for a car of its size. I can cruise at 65 and when need to I press a little harder and 80 comes up fairly quick. Plus the CVT tends to put you in the sweet spot when necessary it seems.

Personally the only downside on the car for me has been the very boring arrangement of the stereo unit and the climate control (non-digital) unit. I wish they had given it some "techy" flair of some sort as most cars have now (i.e. Kia Soul).

Oh and I'm not a fan of the material used for the seats or the headliner. It attracts dirt, hair (we have a dog), and stains very easily. Hopefully this Summer I upgrade to leather covers and I plan on wrapping the headliner in something more appealing as well.

Sound system is quite nice too. We don't have the upgraded sound system with the sub-woofer in the 5th door panel, but I bet once we get an aftermarket unit it'll be even better.

Can't beat the space and comfort as well. I really do like this car and hope Nissan don't change to much on it in the coming years, but improvements are always welcomed.

[DallasTXjdm]

Originally Posted by RobbieB

I'd proly go for a 2012 Audi A5 coupe.

Originally Posted by TougeLove

have you ever owned an Audi?

most people who suggest Audis have never driven them lol.

I previously owned a '06 Audi A4 3.0 and it was a decent car but it was expensive to maintain and not so fuel efficient. If you have disposable income for maintenance go for it.

[yokotas13]

Originally Posted by ManoNegra

a little under 22k out the door
but this took a good amount of negotiating, patience and a good down payment

the i Touring Skyactive hatch comes standard with bluetooth

a downpayment, doesnt change your out the door price....it just makes your loan less.

Out the door is total price paid including tax tags and title.....

[Black R]

Leaf or volt for commuter.

AMG C63 for fun commuter.

[ManoNegra]

Originally Posted by yokotas13

a downpayment, doesnt change your out the door price....it just makes your loan less.

Out the door is total price paid including tax tags and title.....

So you're saying cash on hand isn't a factor to the dealer when haggling price?
News to me.