Zx2guy19 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Fuck I'm getting bored with DDing a stock car...since I sold the Colt and the Evo, my craving for a fun car has been at an all time high. Here are my requirements: I would prefer a 4 cyl turbo carIf it's a V8, I'd prefer it be an LS engineMUST be a manual- no exceptionsPrefer white, black or red (this is the least worrysome thing on my list)I don't want a piece of shit project car...I know how to work on stuff but I don't have a garage anymore so it makes it tough. I realize having a fun car requires work, and I'm fine with that, but I'm not trying to be fixing shit on day 1. All in under 10k. If I HAD to go to 12k, I can, but prefer under 10k. Thoughts? Craigslist links? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2 Sweet Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 1st gen CTS-V, or a turbo S2000 Might be stretching that budget though Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Buck531 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 https://northmiss.craigslist.org/cto/6082045521.html heh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 I've always loved the early 90s MR2's. Very clean ones can be had for just under $10k but with the age could come potential maintenance you don't want to deal with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 http://zilvia.net/f/showthread.php?t=645473 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
o0n8 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 10th anniversary Miata? not turbo but rare http://images.autotrader.com/images/2017/3/28/451/814/43578967110.451814976.IM1.03.1000x750_A.1000x558.jpg Might be able to find a Mazdaspeed Miata under $12K Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Not a big fan of Miata's, thanks though! Steve- you know I have a love for 240's but I can't stand that hella flush BS. Love the Fiero but that fucking thing is so frankensteined I wouldn't know where to start if it broke down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewtoys Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Motorcycle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STEVE-O Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Not a big fan of Miata's, thanks though! Steve- you know I have a love for 240's but I can't stand that hella flush BS. Love the Fiero but that fucking thing is so frankensteined I wouldn't know where to start if it broke down. That's why I posted it, it's done nice you can always change small stuff to get the stance you want, it's a clean car and from the south Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 I am going to ignore your turbo-4 or v8 requirements because they are...well...limiting: Can you stretch it to $15K?: https://cleveland.craigslist.org/ctd/6120760877.html This could be a fun little budget bomb, not fast but really really well balanced: https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/6123324066.html be a nice sleeper but I get the feeling that after an EVO all other turbo AWD cars are meh: https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/6122849446.html Prices have gone down on these: https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/6114252745.html because you don't like miatas: https://lexington.craigslist.org/cto/6083208278.html https://huntington.craigslist.org/cto/6113269573.html https://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/6123445877.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 If you can stretch to $15k, my Vette is in your range. Best performance/looks combo you can get for that price! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Thanks Kerry- I like that Porsche and the M5. What are the concerns on how high the mileage is? I hate the wheels on the M5 lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 and these because I think you need to redefine your definition of "fun": https://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/cto/6081520205.html https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/6108148770.html https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/6083817070.html https://cleveland.craigslist.org/cto/6084279057.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Thanks Kerry- I like that Porsche and the M5. What are the concerns on how high the mileage is? I hate the wheels on the M5 lol on the 911, the 996 concerns are IMS bearing, which if the car has high mileage is usually not an issue. Failure rate was less than 10% on cars but the whole thing has people scared away because ims failure = complete engine failure. The fix for the IMS bearing is $2K by the way and then you never think about it again. here is a 996 PPI discussion: https://rennlist.com/forums/996-forum/670938-what-to-watch-out-for-in-996-ppi.html Honestly I know a couple of people who have high mileage 911s and they aren't scared of them at all. It's an amazingly quality built automobile. The 1999 models are the last of cable throttles and people prefer them to drive by wire. Also the lightest chassis. The interior quality is kinda shit for how expensive the car is but still light years ahead of a same year hyundai. By the way Cabriolets are much cheaper generally than coupes. I got offered privately a yellow 911 cabriolet stick for $15K with 80K miles on it (and the IMS bearing already done) and I think the guy still has it. If you come to cars and coffee I'll introduce you to the seller as he is usually there. I don't know if you follow Tyler hoover on Auto Trader but he bought a 996 911 with 243,000 miles (he dubbed it Apollo 911 since it had more miles than a trip to the moon) and he has been documenting it online. Recently the car just started knocking and he thinks he blew the engine....after he flogged it on a dyno, at the drag strip, on a road course/autocross, and with a couple long road trips with it. And I think he was being a jackass beating on it when the engine went: http://www.autotrader.com/car-video/i-bought-the-cheapest-porsche-911-in-the-usa-6-month-ownership-report-263093 on the M5 - well it's a beemer so expensive to fix. the usual issues are cooling system and suspension. In addition these are the usual suspects with any e39: MAF and intake boots 4 rotors/pads Blown Tranny ABS module Headlight adjusters Cooling system Window Regulators Suspension the worst. Tires Alternator CCV job Spark Plugs/boots/coils O2 sensors Fuel Filter Fan clutch / Fan / pulleys Otherwise they will go 200k. my father has a neighbor with a 2002 m5 that has close to 230k on it now. BMW used to build cars that literally went 300K easily (like mercedes). The E30 3 series (1984-1992) and E34 5 series (1989-1996) are the literal last of these cars, however the E36 (1992-1999) and E39 (1997-2004) still have a lot of these high mileage durability, it's just the sensors and electronics that give them trouble. It's a pretty straight forward car to work on for the home mechanic, a little German (read: sadistic) in how some things are laid out but I had a buddy that did a head gasket on one on a street in brooklyn so....not the worst. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 And here I am now thinking about a brand new 2017 CTS-V. Fuck, I wish I could just pick something and go with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Duff1647545513 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 And here I am now thinking about a brand new 2017 CTS-V. Fuck, I wish I could just pick something and go with it. Do it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Do it Also just saw that 2013-2015 are around 40k-45k. Not bad- I found one I might go see. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geeto67 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 oh the budget is $40-90K now? https://lexington.craigslist.org/cto/6083739684.html https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/6124169890.html https://detroit.craigslist.org/okl/cto/6094910128.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zx2guy19 Posted May 9, 2017 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 I can swing 40-50k if it's for a DD replacement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 m96 LOL do not want. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Go with the latest CR trend of boring pleb cars... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BStowers023 Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 This went from under $10k to ehhh $50k is reasonable :lolguy: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyM3rC Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Don't forget cylinder cracking, or bore scoring on the M96/M97 motor Porsches. Most of the recent "motor failure" threads on rennlist are from cylinder scoring, see almost no IMS issues anymore. Most of those that will go have sorted themselves out already. Don't get a cheap Porsche if you can't work on it yourself. They're easy to work on, parts aren't bad, but typically the lower-end of the spectrum cars will have a LOT of deferred maintenance to do- brakes/rotors, motor mounts, air/oil separator (which is a bitch), control arms, strut bearings, pinion bearing, coilpacks, ignition cylinder, water pump, radiators, etc which will kill you if you don't DIY Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aaron Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 Don't forget cylinder cracking, or bore scoring on the M96/M97 motor Porsches. Most of the recent "motor failure" threads on rennlist are from cylinder scoring, see almost no IMS issues anymore. Most of those that will go have sorted themselves out already. Don't get a cheap Porsche if you can't work on it yourself. They're easy to work on, parts aren't bad, but typically the lower-end of the spectrum cars will have a LOT of deferred maintenance to do- brakes/rotors, motor mounts, air/oil separator (which is a bitch), control arms, strut bearings, pinion bearing, coilpacks, ignition cylinder, water pump, radiators, etc which will kill you if you don't DIY SEEMS REASONABLE :dumb: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coltboostin Posted May 9, 2017 Report Share Posted May 9, 2017 You would not have fun with a M5 that year. Porsche is cool, you would want a turbo after less than a week. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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