Recommend me a vehicle

[Shlade]

Need some help as I'm entirely stumped.

Looking to buy my first new vehicle in about 3-4 months time...

Let's say Max price of 48k with obvious wiggle room at those stealer ships

2013-2014 model

Key points:
Performance
Reliability
Decent on gas
Aftermarket support
AWD, 4x4 or RWD ONLY

By aftermarket support I mainly mean exterior wise, motor will be untouched to keep warranty.

Basically a year round vehicle to smash through our crappy snow and something I can have fun cruising around in the summer and something that's highway friendly.

Can be car or truck or SUV...

Must be 4 doors

[yellowsnow]

Originally posted by Shlade
Can be car or truck or SUV...

Must be 4 doors

I think you need to narrow it down a bit...

[Shlade]

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Well no Volkswagens for starters how's that?

[never]

Manual or auto?

[ercchry]

Originally posted by Shlade
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Well no Volkswagens for starters how's that?

k, S3 :rofl:

[Sugarphreak]

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[klumsy_tumbler]

Lexus IS 250 or 350?

Can get either RWD or AWD
All start below 48k
Excellent reliability (it's a Lexus...)
Decent on gas
Lots of aftermarket support
4 doors

And it's not a VW :P

[Unknown303]

SRT8 Cherokee?

[KRyn]

S3 or CLA45 AMG

[vengie]

Ram 1500 sport

[riander5]

Ford F-150

[Mitsu3000gt]

I can't think of much that fits your criteria more perfectly than a 2015 S3.

If you go used you can buy some pretty awesome stuff for $48K, even 1-2 years old it opens up a whole new category.

[ExtraSlow]

Jeep Grand Wagoneer.

[colinxx235]

Originally posted by Unknown303
SRT8 Cherokee?


think he said 48K, not 82

[ExtraSlow]

Subaru Impreza

[ExtraSlow]

Chev Traverse, Ford Flex!

[98type_r]

Toyota Sienna

[Shlade]

Originally posted by Unknown303
SRT8 Cherokee?

As much as I'd love this I can't spent 74k the dealers are asking...

Tried looking for older models (2010) cannot justify spending 40k on a vehicle with already70+k



Originally posted by KRyn
S3 or CLA45 AMG

Haven't even actually looked at any Mercedes or Audis... I'll check em out



Originally posted by vengie
Ram 1500 sport

Not a bad truck but again like the F150 it's very pricey




Originally posted by riander5
Ford F-150

With a price tag of nearly 60k at dealers not even close to interested. Only package I'd consider is the FX4 ecoboost and even they are overpriced


Originally posted by no|uno
Manual or auto?

Auto likely

[Shlade]

Originally posted by ExtraSlow
Chev Traverse, Ford Flex!

Not a family man.. And my balls aren't in the girlfriends hands just yet can't even think of something like this lol

[Buster]

At any budget, it always makes more sense to buy a 1-2 year old car.

48k is enough cheddar to get you some awesome rides.

[Unknown303]

Originally posted by colinxx235



think he said 48K, not 82

It's just a little extra..

[Graham_A_M]

Originally posted by Buster
At any budget, it always makes more sense to buy a 1-2 year old car.

48k is enough cheddar to get you some awesome rides.

Yeah man, let someone else take the huge depreciation hit, and walk away with something you're quite happy about for around half to 3/4 of what they cost new. Buying brand spanking new is nice, but not so much financially.

[Sugarphreak]

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[M.alex]

03/04 cobra with winter tires. Torque and left over money, what's not to love :thumbsup:

.... it's an 03/04 so it doesn't need to be new and it doesn't need 4 doors ... 03/04 trumps all

[Sugarphreak]

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[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Originally posted by M.alex
03/04 cobra with winter tires. Torque and left over money, what's not to love :thumbsup:

.... it's an 03/04 so it doesn't need to be new and it doesn't need 4 doors ... 03/04 trumps all

Saw that coming...

[Shlade]

Yeah I'm surprised he didn't drop in earlier haha.

Sugarphreak I like the way the Q5 looks but to me that's honestly something I'd only place my girl in haha.

I've actually never been this stumped on what to even look for with a vehicle purchase. Want to make the best logical decision I can...

Do they make the STI hatchbacks anymore?

How's the new EVO? The automatic or dual clutch whatever in them any good/reliable?

Remember I won't be touching warranty affecting components like ecu flashing, exhaust etc...

[StreetRacerX]

You can buy a nice 08-10 Jeep SRT8 and with the money left over, boost it. Lame and biased I know

[Shlade]

Believe it or not I've been on the hunt for a SRT8 jeep for years

However the problems I keep running into is

1) I'll rip my own dick off if I get another black vehicle
2) dealers and private sellers asking stupid money for them
3) all high kilometres and again high asking price

Saw a super nice X5M that made me weak in the knees and quickly faint in the head when I saw the price tag

[Shlade]

I imagine it's pretty unheard of to find a e92 M3 4 door for my price hey?

[Rat Fink]

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[spikerS]

Originally posted by Rat Fink
You can buy an FX4 F150 for ~42K or less any time of day......ignore the window sticker - only suckers pay that. Just for fun I priced a 2014 out last week with my employee discount for 38K. That's a 5.0L FX4 super crew with appearance package...a 2013 would run me 36ish.

That would be a good year round vehicle, with the ability to tow your toys around.

QFT.

I bought mine for 32k out the door, but it isn't a FX4 and had a sticker price of $47k. I didn't even negotiate that hard.

a buddy just bought a 2013 a few months ago, a FX4 with a damn near full load out for $42k

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Originally posted by Shlade
I imagine it's pretty unheard of to find a e92 M3 4 door for my price hey?

I've seen E90 M3s under $50k but they are rare.

[Shlade]

Originally posted by Rat Fink
You can buy an FX4 F150 for ~42K or less any time of day......ignore the window sticker - only suckers pay that. Just for fun I priced a 2014 out last week with my employee discount for 38K. That's a 5.0L FX4 super crew with appearance package...a 2013 would run me 36ish.

That would be a good year round vehicle, with the ability to tow your toys around.

Which ford dealer would you recommend visiting?

[colinxx235]

Originally posted by Shlade
I imagine it's pretty unheard of to find a e92 M3 4 door for my price hey?


all these aren't too far from 48, or you could probably negotiate with the dealerships and some are private...

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/edmonton/2008-bmw-m3-sedan-interlagos-blue-mt/568011948?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/edmonton/2008-bmw-m3-sedan-interlagos-blue-mt/568011948?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/edmonton/2011-bmw-m3-sedan/561292550?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/edmonton/2009-bmw-m3/534668149?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

http://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/edmonton/2009-bmw-m3-sedan/559577674?enableSearchNavigationFlag=true

[M.alex]

Originally posted by Shlade
Yeah I'm surprised he didn't drop in earlier haha.


I take it you're declining my most awesome suggestion then :p

[Shlade]

Originally posted by M.alex


I take it you're declining my most awesome suggestion then :p

Well if you're planning on giving that salt covered prob super high mileage car away for a very reasonable price I may just consider it

[Themarkuss]

Mitsubishi evo! :burnout:

[Shlade]

I'm going to test drive one to see what the hype is with you guys and the Evos...

Too bad Tristan isn't with us anymore I know he would of given me the goods about the car

[gpomp]

E90 M3 or Evo X

[msommers]

Originally posted by KRyn
S3 or CLA45 AMG

Yep, 100%.

I think you guys recommending trucks or SUVs missed the part:


something I can have fun cruising around in the summer

For 48K you sure as hell aren't getting a summer fun SUV!

[Redlyne_mr2]

I have a demo 2013 335x sedan drive M sport with 4000kms on it that I could sell for that price. Its a $65K car when new.

[Shlade]

Thanks for the suggestion, Ryan but I'm looking at buying probably in may/June to save up some money for DP first.

Right now I'm just looking at suggestions for vehicles to try and then I'll see pros and cons for each...

So far on the list to check out and test drive:
-EVO
-Focus ST (fwd but figure I'll see how they are)

I'll be sure to add more to the list to try just keep the ideas flowing...

Keep the ideas coming...

I'll look into a SRT8 if I can find a really low km one but that's pretty hard it seems.


Also I'm looking at only dealerships FYI

[beyond_ban]

I'd definitely look into 335i's. A lot cheaper then an M3 and can be made just as quick in a straight line for $500. Plus, you'd be able to get one with warranty, which seems important to you.

[Shlade]

Where are you guys finding pricing on the CLA45 amg?

I see on Hyatts website that the regular one starts at 39 I could only imagine the AMG package is 55+

[Mitsu3000gt]

Originally posted by Shlade
Thanks for the suggestion, Ryan but I'm looking at buying probably in may/June to save up some money for DP first.

Right now I'm just looking at suggestions for vehicles to try and then I'll see pros and cons for each...

So far on the list to check out and test drive:
-EVO
-Focus ST (fwd but figure I'll see how they are)

I'll be sure to add more to the list to try just keep the ideas flowing...

Keep the ideas coming...

I'll look into a SRT8 if I can find a really low km one but that's pretty hard it seems.


Also I'm looking at only dealerships FYI

This may be of interest to you regarding the Focus ST, Motor Trend gave the WRX a landslide victory in the recent comparison:

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/sedans/1404_2014_ford_focus_st_vs_2015_subaru_wrx_comparison/

I wouldn't be looking at either car though if you're willing to spend $50k.

CLA45AMG starts at $49,800 before any options, taxes, or fees, if you are OK with a base model (still would be tons of fun). Audi S3 is *supposed* to start at $44K, very well equipped. You can also get a 2008 ISF (though not AWD), M3, S4, RS4, C63 (not awd), etc.

[lilmira]

There is a long line up for the CLA45 currently. You may not be able to get one anytime soon. S3 won't be here till late aug-sep the earliest. Supply will probably be tight in the beginning.

[faiz999]

Originally posted by Shlade
Thanks for the suggestion, Ryan but I'm looking at buying probably in may/June to save up some money for DP first.

Right now I'm just looking at suggestions for vehicles to try and then I'll see pros and cons for each...

So far on the list to check out and test drive:
-EVO
-Focus ST (fwd but figure I'll see how they are)

I'll be sure to add more to the list to try just keep the ideas flowing...

Keep the ideas coming...

I'll look into a SRT8 if I can find a really low km one but that's pretty hard it seems.


Also I'm looking at only dealerships FYI


u will love how the evo drives, im almost sure of it.

[Shlade]

Here's my one and only issue with a STI...

I'm yet to see one last any high kms, most people
Get rid of them before they hit the 100k mark, I've yet to see many with over 150k with the stock motor in them (replaced factory engine under warranty)

I don't want that over my head with the engine blowing on me.

[Sugarphreak]

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[georgemagana]

If performance is top of your list, the focus won't compare to the evo. The MR is like 48k tho so it isn't worth the price at all IMO. A bmw or Mercedes will provide 90% of the performance with a way better interior and build quality etc, etc.

[lilmira]

Originally posted by Sugarphreak

Is that with AWD or just the FWD version though?

I'd sooner have an Accord than a FWD S3


quattro standard on the S3.

[Sugarphreak]

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[lilmira]

Originally posted by Sugarphreak
Not unless you opt for the 2.0L over the 1.8L entry engine (just going off the Audi.ca website)

Correct for the A3

[Sugarphreak]

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[lilmira]

They had a press release few days ago stating the starting price at 44k. That's as official as it gets at the moment. Seems to agree with the previously leaked price. We'll find out soon enough. I'm hoping that they'll bring the Sepang Blue S3 to the autoshow here since it was in Toronto. I just asked my contact and he's not sure.

[Shlade]

When is the auto show? That's actually a great place for me to check out cars totally forgot about that.

[Mitsu3000gt]

Originally posted by Shlade
When is the auto show? That's actually a great place for me to check out cars totally forgot about that.

Between the second and third week of March, every year.

[n1zm0]

edit: what he said^


Originally posted by Shlade
When is the auto show? That's actually a great place for me to check out cars totally forgot about that.

It's the same every year, 3rd week of March (http://lmgtfy.com/?q=2014+calgary+auto+show) :poosie:

[M.alex]

Originally posted by Shlade


Well if you're planning on giving that salt covered prob super high mileage car away for a very reasonable price I may just consider it

F/S: '04 cobra convertible; big dawg mods; never winter driven; includes a set of winter tires :angel: ; $30k (firm :whipped: )

[Shlade]

Haven't gone to the car show in 2 years at least so forgot.

Guess that's my stop to check out anything and everything popular

[Rat Fink]

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[Shlade]

Same deal with advantage.

[Twin_Cam_Turbo]

Cadillac ATS?

[Shlade]

Cool looking car... But only caddy I could drive is the CTS-V sedan in my opinion.

I decided I'm going to wait until the car show to look at everything I can before I make any big decisions.

[never]

Originally posted by Shlade
Cool looking car... But only caddy I could drive is the CTS-V sedan in my opinion.

You can buy a used one of those with low mileage for under $50K.

[Shlade]

Originally posted by no|uno


You can buy a used one of those with low mileage for under $50K.

I don't think I could afford to replace the brakes on that thing lol

[Rat Fink]

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[Shlade]

God damn do you all know me that well on here? Lmao no I need to settle down seriously hahaha

[gqboy322]

I'm surprise nobody mention the Infiniti q50.

[Cos]

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[Blue]

S4 isnt bad

[never]

Originally posted by Shlade


I don't think I could afford to replace the brakes on that thing lol

Shop Amazon and they're cheap. The V is a pretty simple, bullet proof car...just some of the specific parts have Cadillac tax but nothing compared to modifying a Euro car.

[Redlined_8000]

I would recommend.
-used s4
-used 335xi
-new subaru wrx (270hp one)
-used g37x sedan.


The Audi and BMW might be hard to find a 2013 for 48k but they are good options

The Infiniti would be decent for you. That engine is proven solid and reliable. Only thing is the car isn't super sporty.

[Shlade]

Went with a Focus ST.

Been a long time since I've had a car really wow me. Fell in love with it.

Placed the order through ford for a 2014 model, fully loaded.

Fit the bill for everything, 4 doors, space, comfort, aftermarket support, warranty, performance and fuel economy.

Looking forward to it.

[beyond_ban]

Nice purchase!

Any immediate plans to mod, or are you going to enjoy it in stock form for a while?

[Shlade]

I just ordered a COBB high flow air filter and some rally armor mud flaps for now.

Not doing anything to screw with warranty at the moment engine wise!

Probably going to lower it this summer as well but ya just enjoy it stock for now :)

[SkiBum5.0]

Great car! There was a black one out front of my house last night and I did a creeper walk around. What colour did you go with? I like them better in silver/white/black only because it tones the body kit down a bit.

[Shlade]

Ordered it up in Oxford white!

Order was placed last Monday, 3-4 weeks before they develop a vin and likely another 3-4 weeks probably before I have the car. Which is more than fine with me to avoid any snow this
Year hopefully haha.

[KRyn]

Originally posted by Shlade
Went with a Focus ST.

Been a long time since I've had a car really wow me. Fell in love with it.

Placed the order through ford for a 2014 model, fully loaded.

Fit the bill for everything, 4 doors, space, comfort, aftermarket support, warranty, performance and fuel economy.

Looking forward to it.

Finance, Lease or Cash?
If Finance or Lease what % did you pay (if I may ask)? Might have been worth waiting until the employee sale gig. I was tempted to pick one up last year at 0%.

[Shlade]

Originally posted by KRyn


Finance, Lease or Cash?
If Finance or Lease what % did you pay (if I may ask)? Might have been worth waiting until the employee sale gig. I was tempted to pick one up last year at 0%.

Finance at 0%

Was hard to say no to that.

[KRyn]

Originally posted by Shlade


Finance at 0%

Was hard to say no to that.

Was it hard to get 0%? What % did they offer at first or did they cut the crap and offer you 0%? Also can I ask what your out the door all in price was? I have priced them out on the internet a few times but never bothered going in to the Stealership to pretend haggle.

[Cos]

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[Shlade]

Originally posted by KRyn


Was it hard to get 0%? What % did they offer at first or did they cut the crap and offer you 0%? Also can I ask what your out the door all in price was? I have priced them out on the internet a few times but never bothered going in to the Stealership to pretend haggle.

No haggling on percentage it's just the deal they had going on. Went into advantage to check it out afte messaging a guy named Jordan on kijiji. He was awesome to deal with. Not pushy at all and knew his stuff with the cars.

I got the car for 35k all in taxes and everything.

They had a white one in Edmonton they could of gotten but I didn't want some punk driving it back here. And with me not being in a hurry just placing an order to get a brand new one made by ford seemed liked the way to go.


Funny, after I ripped on advantage I actually had a great experience there. The last 2 times I went in there I got 2 idiots for sales men that ruined the experience for me.

[M.alex]

Originally posted by Shlade


No haggling on percentage it's just the deal they had going on. Went into advantage to check it out afte messaging a guy named Jordan on kijiji. He was awesome to deal with. Not pushy at all and knew his stuff with the cars.

I got the car for 35k all in taxes and everything.

They had a white one in Edmonton they could of gotten but I didn't want some punk driving it back here. And with me not being in a hurry just placing an order to get a brand new one made by ford seemed liked the way to go.


Funny, after I ripped on advantage I actually had a great experience there. The last 2 times I went in there I got 2 idiots for sales men that ruined the experience for me.

low mileage 03/04 for $20-25k is a better buy :whipped:

[Cos]

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[Shlade]

No thanks, I'm done with cars I can't use year round here. If I lived somewhere where we didn't have shit ass winters I'd rock a Shelby as a DD instead.