Car Choices

[EMAN_O]

Hey Beyond,

I have about 25,000 to spend on a vehicle, however, my mind is everywhere. One minute its an Acura RSX, the next is the long-time wanted Honda Prelude (2001 SE).

I just need advice on the car choice that is the best. These automobiles may not be necessarily in the same class, and your answers may be just personal preferences, however, facts to your choice would be top notch.

If the list doesn't show up, here it is:

Acura RSX (2002 Premium)

Acura Integra (2000 GSR or 2001 SE)

Honda Prelude (2000 or 2001 SE)

Toyota Celica (2000 to 2004 GT or GT-S)

Mercedes Benz C230K (2002)

Throughout the poll list, please pick one and do your thing explaining. Thanks and lates!!

BTW... I have already received some offers on some cars to purchases from some fellow Beyonders, however, VWGTIVR6, JOECUI, MEFRO and RED9960, and others if we can compromise a good price... Im ready!! :D :burnout:

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[arian_ma]

I'd say prelude because in my biased opinion it looks better than any of those other cars

Though I gotta ask, why only the 00 and 01?
It was all the same from 97-01

[vietdood]

the benz. it's not fast but it has class (low entry but it decent)

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by arian_ma
I'd say prelude because in my biased opinion it looks better than any of those other cars

Though I gotta ask, why only the 00 and 01?
It was all the same from 97-01

Exactly, but RSX can look crazy too.

I choose 2000-2001 because I would like the newest model from the line.

[arian_ma]

Originally posted by EMAN_O


Exactly, but RSX can look crazy too.

I choose 2000-2001 because I would like the newest model from the line.

I see. Well I will go ahead and advise you against the SH models of the Prelude. Call up Honda one day and ask for ANY of the suspension parts for an SH. They have all been either discontinued or are on back order and will take months to get a hold of! :guns:

Edit: I don't like the RSX's anymore. Dime a dozen if you ask me.
Specially if they're not Type-S

[guessboi]

I chose the Celica from your list. GTS is my choice from your selection. reliable, good resale value, newer, fuel efficient, lightweight, 2L small engine with 180hp. :D

[A2VR6]

Dont even bother with a non Type-S RSX.

[Anton]

I'd say no to the Premium. There are so many out there (Plus it seems that mostly girls drive it?) and you'd be disappointed that you didn't get a Type S. Lots more available aftermarket for the Type S.

Don't get the Integra SE since it's not even a V-tech. The GS-R would be a good choice though.

I don't like the styling of the Celica but that doesn't matter since it's your preference.

As for the Benz. If you want luxury and class, then you should pick that.

I say the Prelude but like arian_ma, I'm biased.

[jcrules99]

prelude, but i am biased too lol

second choice would be GSR

[EMAN_O]

Wow...

Some things you are mentioning I didn't know...

Please keep it coming... more is usually best.

Thanks E!!

[blue Zed]

Save 5k more and get a 03' model of the 350z

[cressida_pimpin]

id say whatever one u like the best man:dunno:

[EMAN_O]

Yea,

But 350's are two seaters, technically,, I dont want one. I like the 4's (Well and Prelude style kinda being 2 seaters but not really).

[snowcatxx87]

Not biased or anything, but I would take a German car over a Japenese/Chinese/Korean/etc. car.

;) Benz.

[mikey_mo_love]

gsr
but i'm biased too

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by snowcatxx87
Not biased or anything, but I would take a German car over a Japenese/Chinese/Korean/etc. car.

;) Benz.

Why is that...

Please guys, you got stats with your pick... Performance, Handling, Hp, blah...

Why which one is better specifically

[Anton]

As you can see, we all have mixed feelings. That should tell you that you got some great cars to choose from and it's just your preference now. I mean if you said something like Prelude, Integra, Ion. Or Cavalier, Talon, etc. We would have something to say about those and you'd have some choices eliminated. So far, of your choices, at least one person picked one of them for one reason or another. See what you like best.

[cujo_cjc]

I say for 25 g you can easily get yourself a Type S. Probably an 03 maybe even an 04 if you are lucky :thumbsup:

[max_boost]

Find a great deal on one and buy it. If you get sick of it, because you got a great deal on it, sell it and buy another car on that list and keep repeating it.

I've owned a Prelude SH before and while it I loved it at the time, I think my RSX-S smokes it in every aspect. My $0.02

[gorilla*goggles]

Id go with the prelude..a little bias but i love every aspect of my
the car:thumbsup:

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by max_boost
Find a great deal on one and buy it. If you get sick of it, because you got a great deal on it, sell it and buy another car on that list and keep repeating it.

I've owned a Prelude SH before and while it I loved it at the time, I think my RSX-S smokes it in every aspect. My $0.02

Hmm... I was looking at your beems also... :D

This is so interesting... Acura RSX and Integra are tied and the Honda Prelude and MB C230 are tied...

Which performs the best (I guess if it was just stock) out of the options.

[JordanLotoski]

hmmmm a benz or a honda

rib eye or burger...hmmm very hard choice:rolleyes:

[Xtrema]

If you have RSX Premium in your list, and $25K in the pocket, you should at least entertain the idea of a new Civic EX.

Use less gas, has slightly less power but still a pretty good car. Get it with a manual and a little bit of bargaining may get you one for $25K out the door. Plus ease of mind with 3/5 years of warranty.

Celica is fine but if you're over 5'8", you'll find the cabin to be a bit tight. And it's a bit of a chick mobile.

C230 are nice but watch out for repairs.

Tegs are too old looking now.

Ludes are cool too.

[Bill Cosby]

with 25 why would you even consider a premium rsx?.. theres no decision,... its type s or broke

[C4S]

Why not RSX type S ? type S is not much more .. I bought mine used 2 yr ago with 20K on it, just $25K .... ( bought 2002 model yr in 2004 ) so they are probaby $20K now ..

I still like Prelude more.... but it is older car .. RSX-S is just overall better car .. ( prelude looks nicer )

GTS is not bad .. but RSX-S is better ..

C230 .. do u mean that ulgy benz hatchback? that was one big mistake from BENZ ... if the C class sedan ... then it is quite nice .. :)

[Tripz]

New Civic SI? Should be around your price range.

[FatboyTheHungry]

I you are looking to mod the car, the I would say RSX just because of the things that are available for the super-sexy K-series powerplant. I would also up this choice to an RSX-S.

I am assuming that the Benz is in there as an option for non-modding and more "refinement". If you're not modding, this would certainly give you an elevated level of comfort.

[Hakkola]

None of these cars have warranties, so why not go big, get a 94 Mercedes E500 or BMW M5, they can be had for about $25 000. Then you've got speed that will blow all these cars out of the water, great handling, luxury, style, and a car that's rarer than anything on your list. :thumbsup:

[SidewaysSkyline]

Get a used BMW M3, much better than those other choices in my opinion :thumbsup:

[C4S]

Originally posted by SidewaysSkyline
Get a used BMW M3, much better than those other choices in my opinion :thumbsup:

agree :thumbsup: and lower maintenance cost . ( compare to old E500 and old M5 ) :)

[Xtrema]

Originally posted by Tripz
New Civic SI? Should be around your price range.

SI would be closer to $30K out the door.

[Hakkola]

Originally posted by C4S


agree :thumbsup: and lower maintenance cost . ( compare to old E500 and old M5 ) :)

I came to the assumption you were a porsche fanatic, E500 was joint venture between Mercedes and Porsche, you can't go wrong. ;)

[Pee_Sack]

http://forums.beyond.ca/showthread.php?s=&threadid=130248


ummmm??? :guns: :guns: :guns:

[C4S]

Originally posted by Hakkola


I came to the assumption you were a porsche fanatic, E500 was joint venture between Mercedes and Porsche, you can't go wrong. ;)

Don't get me wrong .. both M5 or E500 were great car ...

but .. just not many E500 around .. not many of them were sold back then ... if he can find one in good shape and good price ... that is good .. but not many kids like big boxy style fast sedan ... they may like Civic Si over C32 or M5 etc .. :dunno:

[Hakkola]

Originally posted by C4S

but not many kids like big boxy style fast sedan ... they may like Civic Si over C32 or M5 etc .. :dunno:

Parents need to do a better job raising their kids. :rofl:

[trikypenguin]

def go older m3

[Justing]

Originally posted by Hakkola


Parents need to do a better job raising their kids. :rofl:


:werd:
There is something very wrong with you if a civic is your car of choice over a M5:guns:

Anways, i'd go celica GT-S, used to have one. Great car fun to drive, nicer interior, damn i loved that thing.
If not then go with the benz, so much more refined and comfy:thumbsup:

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by C4S
Why not RSX type S ? type S is not much more .. I bought mine used 2 yr ago with 20K on it, just $25K .... ( bought 2002 model yr in 2004 ) so they are probaby $20K now ..

I still like Prelude more.... but it is older car .. RSX-S is just overall better car .. ( prelude looks nicer )

GTS is not bad .. but RSX-S is better ..

C230 .. do u mean that ulgy benz hatchback? that was one big mistake from BENZ ... if the C class sedan ... then it is quite nice .. :)


Hello, I would do the RSX Type-S but I thought they were more expensive than $25,000.

Prelude... it may be old, but they are damn sleek and sexy.

C230K I find that they are a good entry into class. Plus they have the sporty look and engine to it, especially the 2002 with the 2.2L.

BTW... WHY IS EVERYONE SAYING TO GO FOR EITHER THE RSX TYPE-S OR THE PRELUDE BUT MERCEDES HAS THE MOST VOTES? :rolleyes:

[EMAN_O]

HELLO BEYONDERS...

I need more responses, suggestions, points, blah on these car choices.

More is definately better on this thread...:D :D

Thanks!!

[2002civic]

off topic but do you work at underground? and m vote goes for the benz

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by 2002civic
off topic but do you work at underground? and m vote goes for the benz

Umm... :eek:

PM'd

More replies please!!

Thanks!!

[JordanLotoski]

ill sell you my modded e46 for that!!!

[statick]

Out of the cars you have listed, go for an Acura RSX (Type S;) ).

However if you are open to other cars...Take Hakkola's advice:thumbsup: .

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by statick
Out of the cars you have listed, go for an Acura RSX (Type S;) ).

However if you are open to other cars...Take Hakkola's advice:thumbsup: .

Yea, RSX...

Hakkola has good advice too... but not really what I want.

Keep it coming...

:D

[dino_martini]

OH GOD NO! if you go with the Benz C230 Coupe I will be forced to shoot someone in the face. Seriously, how can anyone like those? Get the RSX or the lude.

[CrvenaZvezda]

First Choice - 2001 Acura Integra GS-R

Secong Choice - 2001 Honda Prelude SE

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by CrvenaZvezda
First Choice - 2001 Acura Integra GS-R

Secong Choice - 2001 Honda Prelude SE

You say these because...

[EMAN_O]

More... :D

[Hakkola]

Hahaha, are you Eman from underground?

[Barrington]

HAHAHAHAHA
Eman.. take Matts advice and get an E500.. sick car, will blow any of those cars out of the water.. You have no warranty either way like he said.
either way make up your mind fast, it kills me seeing you take the train home from work ;)

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by Barrington
HAHAHAHAHA
Eman.. take Matts advice and get an E500.. sick car, will blow any of those cars out of the water.. You have no warranty either way like he said.
either way make up your mind fast, it kills me seeing you take the train home from work ;)

Shhhhh...

You fcuker... Patty Cakes, I don't take the train :rolleyes:

The day I get a E500 is the day you pick up a chick...

:werd:

OH SNAPP... I need to choose fast!!

[Barrington]

duddddde
you shoulda had an e500 a lonng time ago
:guns:

[EMAN_O]

Originally posted by Barrington
duddddde
you shoulda had an e500 a lonng time ago
:guns:

Why should I have had it long time ago...

I am going crazy right now... People with these cars listed keep PM'ing me...

Plus, sellers get back to me asap

Thanks!!

[EMAN_O]

BUMP PLEAAZZZZZZZEE!!

The RSX option can now also be Premium or Type-S

More opinions/stats pleassssee... :thumbsup:

[EMAN_O]

Just feel like bumping...

More responses with facts of one over the other would be cool, although I guess I already researched everything.

Its funny how people vote more for the Mercedes but the more I talk to people in person they say its nasty.... :drama:

Speak..