need ideas for a new car

[HillBilly]

In my old age (24) and great wisdom, I have decided that the Stealth is not going to suite the needs of my family. I am getting married in Aug. and we think that we may start having kids in 2-3 years.

So, what kind of car would you beyonders suggest??

criteria
must have four doors.
cannot exceed $40,000
must be 4 years old or less (does not need to be brand new)
has to have some excitement...(not a kia)

I was thinking 2001 BMW 3 series....
any other suggestions?

[hatetank]

2005 Subaru Legacy GT.

http://www.caranddriver.com/assets/image/814200311647.jpg

[CalgaryB5]

I concur.


Originally posted by hatetank
2005 Subaru Legacy GT.

http://www.caranddriver.com/assets/image/814200311647.jpg :clap:

[Gonthro]

are you suggesting Kia's dont have excitement??, i gues you just arent yelling loud enough.



KKKKKKKKIIIIIIIIIIIEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[HillBilly]

No offence to Subaru owners, But I think Subaru's are fucking garbage. They are the most overated platform I can think of and I would never own one. No not even an STi. It is a big, fast piece of shit. The EJ20 engine has not impressed me as of yet.

p.s. Please don't hijack my thread now that I have given you some ammunition.:D

[QuasarCav]

Maxima?

Fast, available manual, less than 40K if you are not looking brand new.

Cavalier, You could buy 4 of them and have the excitement of driving a different color everyday;)

[hjr]

i think maxima is awsome. Either that or a jetta wagon TDI. the only real options i think, oh wait, mazda 6 as well. i find that car quite appealing as well.

[Gonthro]

Originally posted by hjr
i think maxima is awsome. Either that or a jetta wagon TDI. the only real options i think, oh wait, mazda 6 as well. i find that car quite appealing as well.

mazda 6 are gutless crap, go for a 3

[syeve]

IS300, one of the best cars I have ever driven.

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by syeve
IS300, one of the best cars I have ever driven.

yeah thats definately in the running.

[Paul]

Acura TSX

[Toms-Celica]

SAAB 9-5 Aero
or
SAAB 9-3 ....forgot what the highest model is called

[Orbie]

I know you said it cannot exceed $40,000, but if your willing to go a bit over (which you would have to do for an IS300 as well with options) what do you think of the new Acura TL?

[Redlyne_mr2]

How about a used MB c43 amg? 4.3L v8 300hp and priced under 40K

[CKY]

Originally posted by Stealth R/T
No offence to Subaru owners, But I think Subaru's are fucking garbage. They are the most overated platform I can think of and I would never own one. No not even an STi. It is a big, fast piece of shit. The EJ20 engine has not impressed me as of yet.

p.s. Please don't hijack my thread now that I have given you some ammunition.:D

musttttttt controlllllllllll selffffffffffff from hiiiiiiiijackinggggggggggggg argggggggggggggggggggg btw if thi thi and other suburu guys see this i think they'll go nuts at cha

and if you are looking into a mazda 6 or 3, pick the 3 since the interior is pretty much identical (legroom, headroom) and its a lot cheaper, and nothing can go wrong with a good ol accord or camry

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by CKY


musttttttt controlllllllllll selffffffffffff from hiiiiiiiijackinggggggggggggg argggggggggggggggggggg btw if thi thi and other suburu guys see this i think they'll go nuts at cha

thank you for demonstrating some control:thumbsup:

I was actually thinking of buying a used car. Something worth about 40k used, like a BMW or a Mercedes or Acura.

My wife to be really doesn't like Mercedes. My dad has a big S-class and she loves it but parts and labour on it is inzane.

I imagine BMW is the same but she doesn't know that.:nut:

[Skylinelover]

Saturn Vue Redline (SUV)

Or saturn L-series

[QuasarCav]

Originally posted by Skylinelover
Saturn Vue Redline (SUV)

Or saturn L-series


I dont think those bad boys are in the running, completly different league.

An older TL perhaps or an older Audi?

[Skylinelover]

I dont think those bad boys are in the running, completly different league.

Why not?

[E36M3]

You can *never* go wrong with a 3 Series BMW. I'm really happy so far with my 2000 Audi S4, which you may also consider. The 3 Series are a lot more fun, but the Audis have slightly nicer interiors and a smoother ride.

Having said that, I still think that the 3 Series is the best car value, period, especially the 325.

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by E36M3
Having said that, I still think that the 3 Series is the best car value, period, especially the 325.


I agree. I just need some opinions on the 3 to really secure my decision.

[hatetank]

Originally posted by Stealth R/T
No offence to Subaru owners, But I think Subaru's are fucking garbage. They are the most overated platform I can think of and I would never own one. No not even an STi. It is a big, fast piece of shit. The EJ20 engine has not impressed me as of yet.

p.s. Please don't hijack my thread now that I have given you some ammunition.:D

Bahahahahah, you drive a DODGE -- who are you to talk about "garbage"?

Go buy a neon and be done with it.

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by hatetank


Bahahahahah, you drive a DODGE -- who are you to talk about "garbage"?

Go buy a neon and be done with it.

I drive a Mitsubishi 3000GT that Dodge kindly imported for me:D

[max_boost]

BMW 3 Series :thumbsup:

[dkny_stylez]

audi

[Fuji]

Originally posted by Stealth R/T
No offence to Subaru owners, But I think Subaru's are fucking garbage. They are the most overated platform I can think of and I would never own one. No not even an STi. It is a big, fast piece of shit. The EJ20 engine has not impressed me as of yet.

p.s. Please don't hijack my thread now that I have given you some ammunition.:D

While you are right... I still hate you :D

All things being equal get a new A4 then

[hatetank]

Originally posted by Stealth R/T


I drive a Mitsubishi 3000GT that Dodge kindly imported for me:D

Nice PM from Stealth R/T:




Don't hijack my thread please.

I am very good friends with the owner of the server in which www.beyond.ca resides.

I can have your ass banned in a heartbeat.



Ooooh, your tough.

I replied to your thread with an option, you called Subarus "FUCKING GARBAGE" -- you were fishing for a response and I obliged.

Your the clown.

[RSeXy]

BMW 3-series

I have a friend who is selling his 03' 330ci for $47, 000. Very low mileage. :)

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by hatetank
Your the clown.

again I say. Don't hijack the thread please.

[redec]

05 Chrysler 300!

[redec]

oh....incidentally, I'll be selling my 97 Grand Prix GTP fairly soon...for alot cheaper than $40K :P

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by redec
05 Chrysler 300!

hey man. Nice of you to respond.

Since the 300C almost beat my stealth in a 1.5km sprint, I may have to consider it.:D

looks like an attempted hijacking got stomped..

[eckostyle]

g35 sedan, im pretty sure u can get a 2003 or maybe (if ur lucky) a 2004 one for under 40g.

(even though i love driving my dad's g35 ... i would still say go with the 325 beamer ... best value in my opinion)

[Jeevin]

go with the 300C :thumbsup:

HEMI!

[africano]

Magnum's coming out pretty soon too, it's got a HEMI too. Offcourse being brand new price might me a little steep, :dunno: . Looks better that the 300C IMO, plus it's a wagon so tons of room for your growing family :D .

[ACS-e36]

4dr e36 M3

[JordanLotoski]

i PMed you...id sell you my 04 maxima it has 16,000km...new retails for just over 40k..ill sell for 35,000

[max_boost]

Since majority of the forum members own a vehicle you may consider, you can just buy all of us dinner and we'll show you our cars. We'll make a meet just for you:D

Think about it

We have:

Chrsyler 300
Nissan Maxima
BMW 330
Audi S4
MB C-Class
IS300

Probably a few more out there too:D Ok good luck in your search:thumbsup:

[JordanLotoski]

ill actually sell both my cars

2004 nissan maxima, black on black 16000km.....35,000
2004 c230 sport, black on black 6000km.....47,000

save the tax on both new the maxima retails for over 40000 and the benz is about 49,000 before taxes

happy car shopping

[Tyler883]

just stick with your olds 88 - LOL

[Billy]

for a family? definitely an AWD car. if u dont mind an used vehicle, a Lexus RX300 is a very good car to have.

[pinoyhero]

IMO, the maxima is the best car for the money at this point.

[///M3]

bmw 3 series
nissan se-r spec V (seen 2002s for 16,000)
nissan maxima
mazda speed protege (not sure if its a 4 door)
lexus IS300


:dunno:

[GorG]

E36 M3 EURO SPEC!!!!!, theres one for sale they guy lives in bearspaw, its fly yellow with a black interior, he chipped and has slicks on it, with it being chipped its around 330 Hp , and Eurospecs are rare since i think theres only 35 or something in canada any way good luck :thumbsup:

P.S. IF you want to know more go to crowfoot BMW, I believe his name is richard he knows alla bout the car and will give to the number to reach buddy.

[C4S]

Originally posted by Stealth R/T
In my old age (24) and great wisdom, I have decided that the Stealth is not going to suite the needs of my family. I am getting married in Aug. and we think that we may start having kids in 2-3 years.

So, what kind of car would you beyonders suggest??

criteria
must have four doors.
cannot exceed $40,000
must be 4 years old or less (does not need to be brand new)
has to have some excitement...(not a kia)

I was thinking 2001 BMW 3 series....
any other suggestions?

$40,000 can buy a brand new 2004 3 series ! can take the 1.9% rate, or some cash discount ! :D :D

[max_boost]

Originally posted by C4S


$40,000 can buy a brand new 2004 3 series ! can take the 1.9% rate, or some cash discount ! :D :D And if you want to buy a new BMW, go to Crowfoot and ask for some guy name Malcolm. He'll hook you up!! :thumbsup:

[Hakkola]

Is it the 325 for $40 000? If it's for a 320 I wouldn't touch it.

[sabad66]

do you want a 4 door for insurance purposes or for a family? i like the dodge srt-4. very fast and only about 30 grand i believe? and with the extra 10 000, you can do all the mopar upgrades and get an easy 300 whp!

[Vtecpower]

i would get the bmw you could get a nice 3 series in ur price range and there nice durable and fast cars

[ZorroAMG]

If you are considering a new-ish benz: C-Class get either the C230 Kompressor or a C320(budget may not allow) not the C240. You can get a great E-class E320 for 40K and the W210 chassis was a great car...they just replaced it in 2003 so a 2000 or 2001 E320 should be under 40...and they look PIMP with hardly any mods. Your Dad's S-class I presume is out of warranty and will cost more than a C or E just cause that's the way it goes....MB parts are not much more than hondas anymore (for the more common, average stuff) and labor rates are about the same as Ford:eek: (80/hr to 90/hr)

My ten cents....

[HillBilly]

Originally posted by sabad66
do you want a 4 door for insurance purposes or for a family? i like the dodge srt-4. very fast and only about 30 grand i believe? and with the extra 10 000, you can do all the mopar upgrades and get an easy 300 whp!

Well, considering that I am looking at Mercedes and BMW very seriously, I don't think a Neon has much of a chance at getting in my garage. Thanx for the input though:thumbsup: