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Originally posted by TheAlmightyMe:
I know you said no japanese, but give the Maxima a look. They got pretty good speed and handling charecteristics in stock form. They aren't as common as Honda and Toyota and seem to be quite reliable. My wifes '99 Maxima is about to turn 100K with out an issue.
You can get a quality used one for a decent price, and they have a better aftermarket than the contiques.
i agree with the maxima...those cars from 95- up are basically bulletproof as long as you do the maintence on them...we just sold my wife's 95(for the same price as we paid for it)with 165k miles on it,and it still runs perfect....only reason we sold it was we were given a 97 lincoln by a family friend...maximas are great little cars...
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I like what the neon is about, but I just can't over the fact that its still a neon. Originally posted by RoadiJeff:
has to be <$21k out the door price.
Take a look at the Dodge SRT/4. Under $21k, Mopar Stage 1,2,3 mods for over 300 hp if you want it and a 0-60 of 5.9 seconds stock without any stage upgrades.
If I didn't love tinkering with my Mystique so muc I'd have one in my garage right now.
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2004 Maxima
An inspiring blend of luxury and performance. ($29,350 as shown)
Starting at $27,100
You must have been talking used.. I do think Maximas are nice cars but I am approved for a NEW loan. I *can not* buy a used car (and wouldn't after this experience), and if I buy new it most likely will have to have ~$3000 cash back. I still owe alot of money on my contour, and will probably get crap from the dealer as a trade-in value.
The neon.. well.. if it wasn't for the fact that its a neon I would consider it. I have a couple friends with neons, they're probably the only people who have more unreliable cars than me.
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Originally posted by GRN99SVT:
Make sure you test drive
Hahahahaha sorry I know you are just trying to help but.. has anyone actually ever bought a car WITHOUT test driving it...?
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Originally posted by Antonio:
Originally posted by RogerB:
E36 M3.
Your joking right?
I second the SRT-4.
Why would I be joking?
You can keep your cheesy little Neon.
Now a used Maxima, I'd consider.
But considering that BMW was a target for SVT when they took hold of the Contour, I mean, what better car to replace it with?
I'm talking about the 95-99 MY version, btw. Did you think I meant a new one? Anyway, you can find plenty of nice M3s in his stated price range, and they are definitely not Japanese.
Function before fashion.
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Originally posted by GRN99SVT:
...how about a subaru or a 95+ M3.
Careful. Antonio will think you're joking.
Function before fashion.
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Originally posted by RogerB:
I'm talking about the 95-99 MY version, btw. Did you think I meant a new one? Anyway, you can find plenty of nice M3s in his stated price range, and they are definitely not Japanese.
Originally posted by SpliceVW:
I *can not* buy a used car (and wouldn't after this experience), and if I buy new it most likely will have to have ~$3000 cash back.
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Originally posted by RoadiJeff:
has to be <$21k out the door price.
Take a look at the Dodge SRT/4. Under $21k, Mopar Stage 1,2,3 mods for over 300 hp if you want it and a 0-60 of 5.9 seconds stock without any stage upgrades.
If I didn't love tinkering with my Mystique so muc I'd have one in my garage right now.
I second this. You really can't beat the performance vs. dollar of this car. It's also built very very well, so you don't have to go into the engine unless you start going over 500hp or so. The interior isn't great, my friend was vacuuming his and some of the carpet just came right off. BUT you are paying for the engine,tranny,and suspension when you buy it. Though if creature comforts,etc. are more your thing, you don't want the srt4.
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Originally posted by SpliceVW:
Originally posted by GRN99SVT:
Make sure you test drive
Hahahahaha sorry I know you are just trying to help but.. has anyone actually ever bought a car WITHOUT test driving it...?
Ummmmmmmm. 
I was in Turkey late in '95. I did a lot of research. I had a trusted friend check it out. My wife did the paperwork. Car was waiting for me when I got back. Only surprises were the front license plate mount (which I had requested to NOT be there) and over 2k on the odo.
I have truly not been disappointed.
Function before fashion.
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Originally posted by SpliceVW:
I *can not* buy a used car (and wouldn't after this experience), and if I buy new it most likely will have to have ~$3000 cash back.
Well, there goes my M3 idea.
Function before fashion.
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