new car ideas: awd, manual, quick, possibly a wagon for under 10k?

[asp integra]

Hey guys,
As the title states, im thinking about picking up a new car.

I would like to get something thats: awd, pretty fun to drive, manual and i dont mind a wagon. ideally i would like to get one under 10k.

a tdi passat wagon with awd and manual would be the perfect car but i dont think they exist,sooo

the 2 main stipulations are AWD and Manual


Any suggestions?

[realazy]

B6 A4 avant
Legacy wagon
Outback
Wrx hatch... Sorta a wagon

[gamman]

My alpina wagon. Rwd, 240hp, #41/136 in the world. It's basically an e36 (90's 3 series) m3 wagon. It's tons of fun to drive. Will be at the euro show at Stanley park.

[SlickA70]

Pretty much nailed it ^.

I just bought a Passat, I don't know if the 3.6L 4motion ones could come in the spec or not but it would be worth checking out.

[asp integra]

Originally posted by gamman
My alpina wagon. Rwd, 240hp, #41/136 in the world. It's basically an e36 (90's 3 series) m3 wagon. It's tons of fun to drive. Will be at the euro show at Stanley park.

would love it but now awd and not manual

[euro_racer]

A4 avant... Had a couple wrx's before and for the money you get so much more car with the Audi.... Contrary of what people say mine has been super reliable!

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Subaru Legacy 2.5GT, I enjoyed mine and in some ways regret selling it that's for sure. Lots of mods just like the STi and WRX that are available for them too if you get bored.

[AudiPWR]

B5 S4, imported WRX STi, imported EVO, imported GTR...

[a social dsease]

I was looking for a car with the same criteria as you last year; awd, manual, wagon. There aren't too many choices, I think they've all been listed here. Basically WRX vs A4. I went with the WRX and I friggin love it. Mine's an 05 and I paid 12k, should be able to get a bug-eye wagon for under 10k, possibly a blob-eye. The hard part is finding one that's unmolested. I had to wait a few months before I found one that was stock, low mileage, and well maintained.

[HiTempguy1]

Originally posted by asp integra


would love it but now awd and not manual

You can get manual transmission awd BMW wagoons. I bet a E36 or E46 model would be closing in on your price range.

Or the aforementioned Audi, which IMO you can't go wrong with. Also, for a different style, Volvo has the V70R wagon (6 speed manual awd). Might be above your price range though, not many sold in Canada.

[DeleriousZ]

Someone please show me a prime example of a b5 or b6a4 for under 10k that's manual and a wagon. I've been searching for years :)

[Kloubek]

Originally posted by a social dsease
Basically WRX vs A4.

...and Legacy GT. It's quite a capable car and nicer than the older WRX's.

[a social dsease]

Originally posted by Kloubek


...and Legacy GT. It's quite a capable car and nicer than the older WRX's.

True. Subaru does make a few variants other than the WRX that fit the criteria (Legacy GT, Forester XT, Outback XT), however Audi/VW also makes a few variants other than the A4 that fit the criteria (Allroad, Passat etc). So basically Subaru vs VW/Audi. :D

Only problem with the Legacy/Forester/Outback is that its pretty rare to find a turbo model + manual. Also OP states that he wants something "pretty fun to drive", therefore the smallest/lightest/nimblest option of the two manufacturers respective lines might be the best choice (WRX and A4 respectively).

[DEATH2000]

Originally posted by HiTempguy1


You can get manual transmission awd BMW wagoons. I bet a E36 or E46 model would be closing in on your price range.

The E36 was never offered in an AWD configuration. Only E46 and E60 Tourings.

[Tik-Tok]

Originally posted by a social dsease
Allroad

Almost impossible to find a manual, and although the initial price is definitely under $10g, you'll likely have another $5g in repairs :rofl:

Personally, if you want something fun, I'd go for an older late 90's/early 2000's Impreza Outback, and swap engines/transmissions. That could easily be done for under $10g all in (but possibly not out the door)

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Twin_Cam_Turbo
Subaru Legacy 2.5GT, I enjoyed mine and in some ways regret selling it that's for sure. Lots of mods just like the STi and WRX that are available for them too if you get bored.

What he said. The mid-00s Legacy GT are well equipped and still looks good to this day.

I still think you should buy that S4 avant for 18k :poosie:

[Tik-Tok]

Apparently you guys keep missing the
under 10k part of his post.

[A3GTiVR6SC]

Fun to drive? Older evo!

[Canmorite]

Definitely check out an older WRX wagon. Easily moddable and quick cars, plus subie rumble :thumbsup:

[voodoo]

Originally posted by flipstah


What he said. The mid-00s Legacy GT are well equipped and still looks good to this day.

I still think you should buy that S4 avant for 18k :poosie:

link to S4 avant ? im looking for one

[dirtsniffer]

v70r?

might be hard to find in good shape..

Link to R32 ad?

[RickDaTuner]

I'd say Forester XT circa 04-05

A little hard to find but worth it :thumbsup:

[DeleriousZ]

Originally posted by dirtsniffer
v70r?

might be hard to find in good shape..

Link to R32 ad?

The blocky ones (sorry don't know generation names for volvo's) only come in auto for the v70R's I think, and the slightly newer ones are pretty $$$ (they're also 3700lbs i think)

[dirtsniffer]

Originally posted by RickDaTuner
I'd say Forester XT circa 04-05

A little hard to find but worth it :thumbsup:

I have been looking for an 04-05 with a manual.

Fucking things are unicorns.

[Transp0rt3r]

Originally posted by voodoo


link to S4 avant ? im looking for one

Here is the first and only one that comes up below $20k:nut:

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2004-Audi-S4-Avant-6-Speed-Manual-Wagon-W0QQAdIdZ498392407

Sexy beast tho :burnout:

[RickDaTuner]

Originally posted by dirtsniffer


I have been looking for an 04-05 with a manual.

Fucking things are unicorns.

Totally!

There was an 05 manual with 78k in Edmonton back in January for $9.5k, I wish I had never hesitated and scooped that deal up.

[bspot]

V50 T5 AWD for under $11K:

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Volvo/V50/QU%c3%89BEC/Quebec/5_16670005_CT200462111743706/?ursrc=pl&showcpo=ShowCPO

Quebec car though... :eek:

One in Calgary for $12,900:

http://wwwa.autotrader.ca/a/Volvo/V50/CALGARY/Alberta/19_7201856_/?showcpo=ShowCPO

Nvm. Both are auto. Lame.

[never]

Not a wagon but you can also look at the Mazdaspeed6...meets all of your criteria. Prices on these cars really fluctuate but there is one at a dealer in Calgary for under $10K on Kijiji right now. And there is another one just over $10K.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by voodoo


link to S4 avant ? im looking for one

http://www.eurodrivers.ca/forums/showthread.php?25664-FS-2004-Audi-S4-Avant-6-Speed-Manual

[clem24]

Legacy GT > WRX any day of the week.. Yes it's got about 200 lbs on it but if you're looking at 02-04 WRX, those have the peaky 2.0 engines and not the 2.5 that the LGT has. The LGT is just as quick as the WRX, can come with leather, dual zone climate, dual power seats, panorama sunroof, and tons of room in the hatch. Not to mention that they look way better and are priced around the same as a WRX of similar vintage. It's a no-brainer in my books.

I will say though finding a manual with the leather/power seat/roof package won't be easy.

[voodoo]

Originally posted by flipstah


http://www.eurodrivers.ca/forums/showthread.php?25664-FS-2004-Audi-S4-Avant-6-Speed-Manual

good god, thats hot..

BRB grabbing cheque book.

[lowsaturn]

If you don't mind a Right hand drive, I'm sure liking my Legacy GT-B :) AWD, 5 speed, Twin turbo

[buh_buh]

Audi S2 Avant

[asp integra]

Originally posted by buh_buh
Audi S2 Avant

Dream car! unfortunately very hard to find and very expensive

[buh_buh]

well the RS2s are expensive, but the S2s are much more reasonable and around the 10k range before import fees.

[zieg]

+1 for LGT or WRX wagon. Just depends on your preference.

[hurrdurr]

Ben - Stay away from Audi. I had nothing but problems with my A6 2.7T and was so glad to finally get rid of it. Cost more in repairs than I initially paid for it.

WRX wagon or an older Forrester is probably going to be your best bet.

Also no RHD man, we're too old for that shit

[Redlyne_mr2]

What about the Saab variat, nicer looking the the subaru and the same parts. They're in your price range now.

[Tik-Tok]

Originally posted by Redlyne_mr2
What about the Saab variat, nicer looking the the subaru and the same parts. They're in your price range now.

Saabaru's 9-2X's aren't easy to come by, especially the turbo Aero version. I would agree though. I love the 2004-2005 Saabaru's, and the 2006-2007 WRX Wagons.

[DeleriousZ]

Originally posted by Transp0rt3r


Here is the first and only one that comes up below $20k:nut:

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2004-Audi-S4-Avant-6-Speed-Manual-Wagon-W0QQAdIdZ498392407

Sexy beast tho :burnout:

I've had my eye on that one for a long time. Definitely my favorite 'realistic' audi.

[natejj]

I'll sell you my Outback for $8500!

http://nelson.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2005-Subaru-Outback-2-5-XT-Wagon-W0QQAdIdZ503151661

[jltabot]

not sure if this has been posted yet but:

http://calgary.kijiji.ca/c-cars-vehicles-cars-trucks-2005-SUBARU-LEGACY-2-5-GT-Turbo-STI-AWD-5-SPEED-W0QQAdIdZ507529446

[buh_buh]

That 2.5GT is a good deal if there's nothing wrong with it.