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Josh
I want to get a V6 tuner and tweak it for street racing purposes. The only thing is, I want one that looks good and drives excellent as well.
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This depends on a couple of factors. 1st, what is your price range? Because the fastest import for under $10,000 is going to be a totally different car than the fastest import that is under $40,000.
Also, new or used? And before I list a few cars, I would make 1 suggestion. I wouldnt necesarilly rule out 4 cylinder cars. Some come stock faster than many V-6 cars in the same class, and most of hte 4 cylinder imports are going to be easiert to modify. For example, I own a 2005 Honda Accord EX V-6 6MT coupe. I love my car, it is fast enough to be a blast to drive, (0-60mph in 5.9 seconds) but I know its FWD and not a sports car. But, if I did happen to be interested in tuning it, I would find out that there arent many performance products out there for the V-6 Accord, but there are a TON for the 4 cylinder Accord. So although while stock the 6 cylinder is faster, it would be easier to modify the 4 cylinder, if thats what route you are going to take.
So basically, I wouldn't rule out anything just because its not a V-6. I also would not recommend a FWD car. Even though there are some fast ones (Acura Integra GSR, Honda Civic Si, Honda Accord V-6 coupe, Mazda Speed3, Dodge SRT-4, Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T), and some that handle pretty good, there still is no comparing them to RWD or AWD....
So, saying all that, here is a short list of both older and newer RWD import cars that are either fast to begin with, or are easily modifiable. I will list a few of the 0-60 mph times, but the others will be easy to look up, and will also vary depending on which model, or what modifications are done...
Acurs NSX (0-60 mph 4.7 seconds)
Toyota MR-2 (late 90's)
Toyota Supra (0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds)
Nissan Skyline (0-60 mph: 4.7 seconds)
Nissan 240SX
Nissan 300Z (0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds)
Nissan 350Z or 370ZX (0-60mph; 5.2 seconds)
Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX / Eagle Talon TSi (0-60 mph: 6.3 seconds)
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds)
BMW M3 (0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds)
Mazda Miata
Mazda RX-7 (0-60 mph: 5.3 seconds)
Mazda RX-8 (0-60 mph: 6.5 seconds)
Subaru WRX STi (0-60mph: 4.8 seconds)
VW R32
Honda S2000 (0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds)
I would say that brand new, for now price budget the Nissan GT-R is by far the best choice. For a medium budget I would suggest the Nissan 370Z, although the STi and Evo are great AWD choices.
For used with no budget I would suggest either an Acura NSX or Nissan Skyline. Both would be extremely rare, and extremely fast.
For used with a medium budget I would suggest a used Sti, M3 or Supra twin turbo for stock performance.
For a good purchase price to leave room for lots of modifications, you cant go wrong with: Nissan 240SX, Toyota MR2, Mazda Miata.
This depends on a couple of factors. 1st, what is your price range? Because the fastest import for under $10,000 is going to be a totally different car than the fastest import that is under $40,000.
Also, new or used? And before I list a few cars, I would make 1 suggestion. I wouldnt necesarilly rule out 4 cylinder cars. Some come stock faster than many V-6 cars in the same class, and most of hte 4 cylinder imports are going to be easiert to modify. For example, I own a 2005 Honda Accord EX V-6 6MT coupe. I love my car, it is fast enough to be a blast to drive, (0-60mph in 5.9 seconds) but I know its FWD and not a sports car. But, if I did happen to be interested in tuning it, I would find out that there arent many performance products out there for the V-6 Accord, but there are a TON for the 4 cylinder Accord. So although while stock the 6 cylinder is faster, it would be easier to modify the 4 cylinder, if thats what route you are going to take.
So basically, I wouldn't rule out anything just because its not a V-6. I also would not recommend a FWD car. Even though there are some fast ones (Acura Integra GSR, Honda Civic Si, Honda Accord V-6 coupe, Mazda Speed3, Dodge SRT-4, Mitsubishi Eclipse GS-T), and some that handle pretty good, there still is no comparing them to RWD or AWD....
So, saying all that, here is a short list of both older and newer RWD import cars that are either fast to begin with, or are easily modifiable. I will list a few of the 0-60 mph times, but the others will be easy to look up, and will also vary depending on which model, or what modifications are done...
Acurs NSX (0-60 mph 4.7 seconds)
Toyota MR-2 (late 90's)
Toyota Supra (0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds)
Nissan Skyline (0-60 mph: 4.7 seconds)
Nissan 240SX
Nissan 300Z (0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds)
Nissan 350Z or 370ZX (0-60mph; 5.2 seconds)
Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX / Eagle Talon TSi (0-60 mph: 6.3 seconds)
Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution (0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds)
BMW M3 (0-60 mph: 4.8 seconds)
Mazda Miata
Mazda RX-7 (0-60 mph: 5.3 seconds)
Mazda RX-8 (0-60 mph: 6.5 seconds)
Subaru WRX STi (0-60mph: 4.8 seconds)
VW R32
Honda S2000 (0-60 mph: 5.5 seconds)
I would say that brand new, for now price budget the Nissan GT-R is by far the best choice. For a medium budget I would suggest the Nissan 370Z, although the STi and Evo are great AWD choices.
For used with no budget I would suggest either an Acura NSX or Nissan Skyline. Both would be extremely rare, and extremely fast.
For used with a medium budget I would suggest a used Sti, M3 or Supra twin turbo for stock performance.
For a good purchase price to leave room for lots of modifications, you cant go wrong with: Nissan 240SX, Toyota MR2, Mazda Miata.
Is the Scion FRS AT a good car for everyday driving?
RichardC
So I'm about to turn 16 and get my first car, and lets be honest, I'm in Highschool, I want a car that impresses, and I also want a car my dad will agree to get me (he said he'd get me the FRS)
I'm a responsible (for my age, probably not overall) person so I'm not gonna bring my new FRS to backroads or do other crazy stuff with it, and I know people are gonna be all like, "OMG! If you get a sportscar you gotta do that!" but lets just leave that fact aside for a second. Would this car be good for everyday driving such as to/from school, getting food, all that other stuff? I do plan on getting the automatic if that makes any difference.
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Preface: I'm 23, just ordered an FR-S.
First, I'm going to recommend that a high schooler NOT get a new car. Source: I was in high school. Reasons: you're just learning to drive, so it's VERY likely you'll have some minor fender benders, especially in the school parking lot. Insurance will be VERY VERY expensive for a 16-year-old in a new car. Also, new cars don't make much sense financially at all.
There are other intangible benefits to getting an older car: You learn to work on them. This is what drove me to a career in engineering: fixing my old Chevy with my Dad when it broke; everything from simple routine maintenance (oil changes, brakes, etc) to tearing apart the engine looking for a leaky gasket. This isn't for everyone, but it's an excellent life skill to learn, like cooking or home repair.
Buying a reliable old car is definitely a better choice, ESPECIALLY for a new driver. You can even get a fun car!
As for the FR-S specifically: First, safety. It's rear-wheel-drive, and on the stock summer tires it will be a HANDFUL in the winter. I recommend learning to drive RWD in the winter, but I wouldn't do it for the first time in a shiny new sports car. It has TCS and ESC and ABS, but these are little substitute for proper driving skill (and SNOW TIRES in the winter).
Second, practicality. The FR-S is TINY! Your parents may like that you can't haul 6 other loud teenagers, but when it comes time to move out or buy any furniture you will be hurting.
Third, Why Automatic Transmission? For a focused driver's car like the FR-S that brings a high level of communication and handling to the table, why wouldn't you get a manual? I recommend everyone learn; it's WAY more fun and not fatiguing at all to me. However, I've heard that the AT in the FR-S is pretty decent - so it's not a terrible option.
The positives of the FR-S: It's cool, it will be tons of fun to drive, it isn't overpowered (I see teenagers in Mustang GTs and I worry about them wrapping it around a tree; it's different if they have more training/experience). It's also reasonably priced, which is why I'm getting one as my first car out of college.
In conclusion, if you really are set on it, it's not a terrible option, but: GET SNOW TIRES in the winter!
I'd recommend a 16-year-old get an older used car (fun options: 2.5RS, AE86 corolla (fix it), Protege5, Miata, Probe GT, Celica GT, old small truck, Civic, Mazda3, 3rd gen Camaro, E30, GTI, Jetta, B5 A4, all of the above with manual trans). Other not-as-fun-but-still-OK options: late 90's chevy/buick, 90's-2000s Civic/Accord/Camry/Corolla.
Preface: I'm 23, just ordered an FR-S.
First, I'm going to recommend that a high schooler NOT get a new car. Source: I was in high school. Reasons: you're just learning to drive, so it's VERY likely you'll have some minor fender benders, especially in the school parking lot. Insurance will be VERY VERY expensive for a 16-year-old in a new car. Also, new cars don't make much sense financially at all.
There are other intangible benefits to getting an older car: You learn to work on them. This is what drove me to a career in engineering: fixing my old Chevy with my Dad when it broke; everything from simple routine maintenance (oil changes, brakes, etc) to tearing apart the engine looking for a leaky gasket. This isn't for everyone, but it's an excellent life skill to learn, like cooking or home repair.
Buying a reliable old car is definitely a better choice, ESPECIALLY for a new driver. You can even get a fun car!
As for the FR-S specifically: First, safety. It's rear-wheel-drive, and on the stock summer tires it will be a HANDFUL in the winter. I recommend learning to drive RWD in the winter, but I wouldn't do it for the first time in a shiny new sports car. It has TCS and ESC and ABS, but these are little substitute for proper driving skill (and SNOW TIRES in the winter).
Second, practicality. The FR-S is TINY! Your parents may like that you can't haul 6 other loud teenagers, but when it comes time to move out or buy any furniture you will be hurting.
Third, Why Automatic Transmission? For a focused driver's car like the FR-S that brings a high level of communication and handling to the table, why wouldn't you get a manual? I recommend everyone learn; it's WAY more fun and not fatiguing at all to me. However, I've heard that the AT in the FR-S is pretty decent - so it's not a terrible option.
The positives of the FR-S: It's cool, it will be tons of fun to drive, it isn't overpowered (I see teenagers in Mustang GTs and I worry about them wrapping it around a tree; it's different if they have more training/experience). It's also reasonably priced, which is why I'm getting one as my first car out of college.
In conclusion, if you really are set on it, it's not a terrible option, but: GET SNOW TIRES in the winter!
I'd recommend a 16-year-old get an older used car (fun options: 2.5RS, AE86 corolla (fix it), Protege5, Miata, Probe GT, Celica GT, old small truck, Civic, Mazda3, 3rd gen Camaro, E30, GTI, Jetta, B5 A4, all of the above with manual trans). Other not-as-fun-but-still-OK options: late 90's chevy/buick, 90's-2000s Civic/Accord/Camry/Corolla.
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