ODoyle Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 What do you guise think? I just need a reliable DD that won't break the bank. The transmission in the Explorer is acting up again and I'm thru fucking with it. I'm open to other options too.... Gad damn auto correct. Hyundai. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spoolin_s14 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 slow underpowered fancy looking accent, that costs more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zeitgeist57 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 The only one worth anything is the Turbo, but then most of the car publications say it's mediocre at best as a drivers' car. What's your price range? If you're looking at hot hatches in the $18k-25k range, you're better off with anything from a 1.4L turbo Sonic, Focus, Fiesta, or a used VW Golf/GTI. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Yeah, clay mentioned it. Gas mileage is the only positive on them. Worse at everything than the competition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry_Trapp01647545522 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 i'd wait for the fiesta ST this summer if possible. or just get a focus ST if it's in the budget. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Your a giant ginger, get something else... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODoyle Posted April 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 I want a 6spd and good mpg. And I've got to fit without lube and two guys pushing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vulcan900 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 are you only thinking new or are used cars in the market? I picked up a 2010 Mazda speed 3 for your price range and so far its been a great daily driver. All of the options Clay listed would mostly likely be a better alternative... but thats only going off what I have read about the Hyundai. I do not know of anyone that has one personally. There was one(matte black) at the cars and coffee a few weeks ago. Not sure if that person is on here or not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KillJoy Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 VW GTI :thumbup: KillJoy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Bastard Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 It's not a manual trans, but you should have no prob fitting. :thumbup: http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/3721381279.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ODoyle Posted April 16, 2013 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 It's not a manual trans, but you should have no prob fitting. :thumbup: http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/3721381279.html 454 means no MPG... :lolguy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 I've got to fit without lube and two guys pushing. :masturboy: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Drive a Focus ST. I love mine. Currently averaging 23mpg with "spirited" driving. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
POS VETT Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Soul for $89/mo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spoolin_s14 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Soul for $89/mo. shoot we have a 2012 with like 18k miles at our lot for like 12g's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bam Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Ewww If I wanted to swing it a focus st would be in my driveway. But I'm happy with my regular focus for dd duty. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Drive a Focus ST. I love mine. Currently averaging 23mpg with "spirited" driving. You finally got it? I averaged about 24.5 in my GTI, and that was beating the ever living shit out of it. My R, yeah, about that, I'd say I'll average about 21 year round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 VW Golf/GTIs were made for big people, OP. I am 6'6" and 300+ and its the most comfortable car for me. I've had 4 of them. I'd recommend the 2dr, it makes getting in and out 10x easier with the B pillar being behind the seat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otis Nice Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 VW Golf/GTIs were made for big people, OP. I am 6'6" and 300+ and its the most comfortable car for me. I've had 4 of them. I'd recommend the 2dr, it makes getting in and out 10x easier with the B pillar being behind the seat. My B5 was MUCH more comfortable than these and got 32 MPG. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 You finally got it? I averaged about 24.5 in my GTI, and that was beating the ever living shit out of it. My R, yeah, about that, I'd say I'll average about 21 year round. Yep, I've got 2 trips calculating; with the first I've not reset it since taking delivery and seen the aforementioned MPG. on #2, I've been averaging my more typical driving which is around 26-27mpg average. Hopefully this rain washes away the remaining grease/salt on the roads and we can run R vs ST vs Dart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
El Karacho1647545492 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 My B5 was MUCH more comfortable than these and got 32 MPG. he said reliable and that won't break the bank :dumb: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stangsn95gt Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Yep, I've got 2 trips calculating; with the first I've not reset it since taking delivery and seen the aforementioned MPG. on #2, I've been averaging my more typical driving which is around 26-27mpg average. Hopefully this rain washes away the remaining grease/salt on the roads and we can run R vs ST vs Dart Dart LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tshensley Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Correct me If im wrong, but op said a reliable dd with good mpg. NOT a track monster. With that said, the veloster gives you great features for the money. The turbo model is funner than the base, but if thats not what your after the base models are fine compared to trying to get great fuel mileage Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6 Speed S4 Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 Correct me If im wrong, but op said a reliable dd with good mpg. NOT a track monster. With that said, the veloster gives you great features for the money. The turbo model is funner than the base, but if thats not what your after the base models are fine compared to trying to get great fuel mileage Mmmhmm lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lauren Posted April 16, 2013 Report Share Posted April 16, 2013 op i've been thinking about a turbo veloster for a dd as well. i'm wanting to know the aftermarket and what kind power people are pulling from them with basic bolt on's. i'm probably just going to end up buying an audi tt as a daily LOL plus the women likes it so its an easy buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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