Topic: Help Me Buy A Car (Read 229 times)

Himura · « **Reply #15 on:** September 05, 2006, 08:36:00 PM »

QUOTE(reZz @ Sep 5 2006, 07:05 PM)

By the way, if I were to get an STI, I would for sure get a used one since there's no way I can get a brand new one for $30k Canadian. I'd probably end up getting a 2003/2004.

Good years. I personally hate the newer design.
But my favorite is still the '99 2 door.

Rylinkus · « **Reply #16 on:** September 05, 2006, 09:26:00 PM »

QUOTE(reZz @ Sep 6 2006, 03:05 AM)

A WRX wagon would be nice actually. I think those have got around 230hp so that's still fine. And as for getting a Dodge, no way. I've been hating their recent designs (aside from the 300) for a while now. An Audi would also be nice. An A4 or something of the like.

By the way, if I were to get an STI, I would for sure get a used one since there's no way I can get a brand new one for $30k Canadian. I'd probably end up getting a 2003/2004.

I have no idea what 30k is worth in USD. But the WRX wagons are sweet as all hell.

twistedsymphony · « **Reply #17 on:** September 06, 2006, 02:15:00 PM »

you could always buy my WRX http://www.autotrade...ar_id=208104276

Granulated · « **Reply #18 on:** September 06, 2006, 06:24:00 PM »

I will so buy your car. Would you like to trade it for a slow POS plastic car? (It looks pretty?)

twistedsymphony · « **Reply #19 on:** September 11, 2006, 06:06:00 AM »

QUOTE(reZz @ Sep 6 2006, 07:18 PM)

You know I would, but those headlights, god damn they're ugly. No offense.

You guys have any idea what a front fascia conversion would run me? Then I could get an even older STI and make it look like a newer one. Then I'd get to keep some of the $30k.
And Rylinkus:

30,000.00 CAD = 27,132.05 USD
Canada Dollars United States Dollars

We're gettin' up there.

Yeah the bug eyes are ugly... but you never see them while driving

Front end conversions cost a few grand you have to replace: front facia, grill, headlights (and possibly foglights), side marker lights, front fenders and the hood. All of those (with the exception of the lights obviously) require painting, the fenders at least will have to be installed by a pro because there is some welding/grinding involved (and being aluminum it requires special welding equipment). Also the wiring harness for the headlights will have to be modified and bits will have to be cut out of the front frame for the headlights to fit properly.

easy right

QUOTE(Granulated @ Sep 6 2006, 08:31 PM)

I will so buy your car. Would you like to trade it for a slow POS plastic car? (It looks pretty?)

oooh a saturn.... no thanks, I'm looking for something 2 door, rear wheel drive and either Japanese or European.

xboxmodder4life · « **Reply #20 on:** September 15, 2006, 06:20:00 AM »

I had a wrx and in NH it got me threw all the snow now i'm in Boston and got rid of the car. My subaru was quick and decent on gas and very reliable. I had some issues with paint flaking but mechanically the car was perfect. Cheap to maintain and again very fast. The STI is a incredibly fast car i would vote for a used STI with a set of snowtires it'll be good in the snow and that 6speed tranny is built solid.

Wolves · « **Reply #21 on:** September 16, 2006, 12:00:00 AM »

Two words, GMC Sierra

Sorry, I want a damn Sierra so bad.

reZz · « **Reply #22 on:** September 17, 2006, 09:46:00 PM »

QUOTE

Oh how I miss being your age and being so inpractical about my first car. Sure, I wanted all the cool,
fast cars you described. But you know what I got in the end? An '88 Toyota Camry. That car wasn't the nicest or fastest, but ran like a champ for over 300,000 miles before I finally wrecked it in the snow.

Think practical, not cool. But, of course, if I had your budget I would get something nice. All I'm saying is think about the long haul and what you will enjoy and be able to maintain down the road. You don't wanna spend 30k on a car then have to work your ass off just to keep it running.

Hmmm, you seem to have contradicted yourself.

Tripme · « **Reply #23 on:** September 18, 2006, 12:56:00 PM »

Ur parents paying for insurance? lol damn

kilmaurs_killah · « **Reply #24 on:** September 18, 2006, 05:55:00 PM »

look mate if u fancy ur self and evo u should go for a 6 there clearly the nicest out them all and when you talk about you want it to be fast and good on fuel the 2 just dont go together u either get a fast car or a car good on fuel. but if u want something real speaical buy a supra.

speed_racer88 · « **Reply #25 on:** September 18, 2006, 08:39:00 PM »

QUOTE(Tripme @ Sep 18 2006, 01:03 PM)

Ur parents paying for insurance? lol damn

My thoughts exactly. I don't know exactly how insurance works in BC but in alberta you would be paying upwards of $300-400 depending on what coverage you get.

CattyKid · « **Reply #26 on:** September 18, 2006, 08:49:00 PM »

QUOTE(twistedsymphony @ Sep 11 2006, 09:13 AM)

Yeah the bug eyes are ugly... but you never see them while driving

Front end conversions cost a few grand you have to replace: front facia, grill, headlights (and possibly foglights), side marker lights, front fenders and the hood. All of those (with the exception of the lights obviously) require painting, the fenders at least will have to be installed by a pro because there is some welding/grinding involved (and being aluminum it requires special welding equipment). Also the wiring harness for the headlights will have to be modified and bits will have to be cut out of the front frame for the headlights to fit properly.

easy right

oooh a saturn.... no thanks, I'm looking for something 2 door, rear wheel drive and either Japanese or European.

Would you be interested in a purple-ish dark blue Ford Contour GL, MUCH less than lovingly treated.... 96 with about 33k miles on it?

StrictPuppet · « **Reply #27 on:** September 18, 2006, 11:05:00 PM »

QUOTE(speed_racer88 @ Sep 18 2006, 07:46 PM)

My thoughts exactly. I don't know exactly how insurance works in BC but in alberta you would be paying upwards of $300-400 depending on what coverage you get.

Man you have no idea how cheap your insurance is in Alberta compared to here in B.C. I have 3 vehicles insured....

90 Tracker (mega beater, just for work and back, absolutely basic insurance) = $900/year
97 Gmc Sierra K2500 ( collision and comprehensive coverage) = $1650/year
95 Mazda Mpv ( wifes rig, basic insurance with 2 mil. liability) =$1100/year

That is all with my maximum possible of 43% discount (15+ years claim free)

Price you pay to live in paradise.....

speed_racer88 · « **Reply #28 on:** September 27, 2006, 05:54:00 PM »

QUOTE(StrictPuppet @ Sep 18 2006, 11:12 PM)

Man you have no idea how cheap your insurance is in Alberta compared to here in B.C. I have 3 vehicles insured....

90 Tracker (mega beater, just for work and back, absolutely basic insurance) = $900/year
97 Gmc Sierra K2500 ( collision and comprehensive coverage) = $1650/year
95 Mazda Mpv ( wifes rig, basic insurance with 2 mil. liability) =$1100/year

That is all with my maximum possible of 43% discount (15+ years claim free)

Price you pay to live in paradise.....

i was talking about monthly rates, not yearly. guys under the age of 25 get hammered with insurance in alberta.

StrictPuppet · « **Reply #29 on:** September 27, 2006, 06:20:00 PM »

QUOTE(speed_racer88 @ Sep 27 2006, 05:01 PM)

i was talking about monthly rates, not yearly. guys under the age of 25 get hammered with insurance in alberta.

ooops...my bad

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