Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Im looking into gettin a fun cheap daily and found one of these for sale cheap locally. What are the pros/cons of these cars? Any comments/ opinions are welcomed. Thanks, Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Im looking into gettin a fun cheap daily and found one of these for sale cheap locally. What are the pros/cons of these cars? Any comments/ opinions are welcomed. Thanks, Paul It's an ugly little box that won't handle as good as the Miata you sold me. You're welcome, Scott Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Im looking into gettin a fun cheap daily and found one of these for sale cheap locally. What are the pros/cons of these cars? Any comments/ opinions are welcomed. Thanks, Paul Its slower than an HHR SS, ugly, and wont haul as much.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 It's WWD. /thread Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 It's WWD. /thread that too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 The gauges are too small and can be hard to read http://www.minicooperspeed.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/cooper-dash.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRed05 Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 http://i3.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/newsfeed/000/396/291/aff.jpg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Lol I was ready for the gay comments. Another vehicle I'm lookin at is a 04 Audi A4 6spd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ForeverMaker Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Wow, did Disney design that interior? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 any audi is less gay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 any audi is less gay original TT proves that statement WRONG! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-Alex- Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I'll go against the grain and say I'd love to have one for a daily. My grandma bought one when they first came out back in '02 and it was just the n/a 5 spd and I thought it was a blast to drive. No balls whatsoever, but I'd imagine the blower with a couple mods would make up for that. You're looking for a daily, not a race car. Who gives a fuck if a Miata will turn better when it only has 2 seats and is more than likely rusted out, and an HHR SS is way more money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 original TT proves that statement WRONG! So you're saying you'd rather own a Mini then a first gen TT? I'd rather drive my wife's car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cordell Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I'll go against the grain and say I'd love to have one for a daily. My grandma bought one when they first came out back in '02 and it was just the n/a 5 spd and I thought it was a blast to drive. No balls whatsoever, but I'd imagine the blower with a couple mods would make up for that. You're looking for a daily, not a race car. Who gives a fuck if a Miata will turn better when it only has 2 seats and is more than likely rusted out, and an HHR SS is way more money. :finger: Still a box, and he said fun, Paul has other vehicle for utility needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffro Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Lol I was ready for the gay comments. Another vehicle I'm lookin at is a 04 Audi A4 6spd Race to find the nicest cheapest a4. You looking for 3.0 or 1.8T? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 I'll still have my truck and the wife will still haw her vehicle. This will be a dd, fun weekend toy. Something against the grain from rwd v8's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Race to find the nicest cheapest a4. You looking for 3.0 or 1.8T? 1.8t Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 So you're saying you'd rather own a Mini then a first gen TT? I'd rather drive my wife's car. No Id drive neither. but then again id drive a fiero over a miata. :gabe: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rustlestiltskin Posted September 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 No Id drive neither. but then again id drive a fiero over a miata. :gabe: Lol you drive a retro van style shitbox. Might as well got a pt cruiser convertible to round out your lineup in the garage ya fuckin TWINK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 Lol you drive a retro van style shitbox. Might as well got a pt cruiser convertible to round out your lineup in the garage ya fuckin TWINK. And not one fuck is given. :fa: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 OH and the HHR SS is faster around the ring than a Mini SC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeffro Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 1.8t ive been doing alot of reading on the 1.8Ts (02-05) and i guess these cars lack serious power from 0-30 mph. Do you plan to mod the car? If so there are chips you can get for it that increase it from 170HP to 210 HP, but still lack the low end power. With the chip you will see worse fuel economy than the 3.0. Chip runs $499 from APR. I personally am considering the 3.0. It sounds a ton better, has 220 HP stock, and and less parts that can go bad. Plus, the 3.0 sounds wayy better with the right exhaust. Unfortunately there arent many mods for the 3.0. Its more of a luxery engine. just my .02 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crossle Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 The 6 speed trans is not AS prone to grenading like the 5 speeds are. Electric P/S pump issues - leaks, total failures, cooling fan issues. Lower ball joints front. The serpentine belt takes 2 people, 45 minutes and a lot of patience. (S/C model) Aftermarket is as plentiful as the Miata as far as nick nacks and power adders. Door lock actuators They are a blast to drive, but at times when each one leaves with $1K plus bill every other oil change in the 60K mile+ range it just gets sketchy. We don't service many in the 100K+ range. Most people seem to get the newest model, or sell off for good before 100K. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Not Brian Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 original TT proves that statement WRONG! how is an awd turbo car with a 6-speed gayer than these fwd abortions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AC66Bronco Posted September 14, 2012 Report Share Posted September 14, 2012 how is an awd turbo car with a 6-speed gayer than these fwd abortions it looks like a beetle and the HHR is TURBO as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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