Luxury Cars: 2014-06-01

Saturday, June 7, 2014

Is a classic muscle car a good choice for daily driver, such as a chevelle?

Seamus

I love old muscle cars i have always wanted one forever.
I would like a 68-72 chevelle. is the a reachable goal?
I have 12-16 thousand dollars to spend. I would like a chevelle.
If you own one could you plaese tell me how great they are or how often they break down and how much is needed to keep them a daily driver?
if this idea of driving a classic muscle car is not possible what type of car would satisfy my love for classic muscle?
if i did get a chevelle is it worth buying a true ss or should i get a cloned ss because they are cheaper?
4 speed or automatic?
and how high would the insurance be for an 18 year old in new jersey driving a chevelle.
please put in your comment if you have or had a chevelle so i can see who has had actual experince with one of these treasures.

Thank You
I was planning on using my 95 chevy 1500 work truck during the winter because i no how bad the salt effects these cars
to get a nice daily driver how much would i need
im not looking for a show car just something i can enjoy and wont have it in the shop every other week
i dont plan on driving in bad weather
i want to keep it as a nice car for a long time
i plan to take good care of it

Answer
I'm actually looking to get the same car, but

For high school I had a 1969 camaro ss "clone" 4 speed. I don't want to sugar coat my answer, and will say I would not have changed my choice at all, but it's no picnic using these cars as a daily driver. The positives were it was my first car, it gets attention every where you go, and it will never lose it's value. Some cons I ran into are it's not like a normal car you can't just jump in, and go like a fuel injected car. The one huge problem I ran into is that the car would constantly overheat & die. With mine I would constantly have to rev it to keep it running, and when ever I parked I would have to wait 45-60 mins till it cooled. Also the 8mpg was no joke, and killed the wallet. Also another thing I ran into was that I LOVE my car, and something I ran into was the inability to sell the car even when I needed to. I have listed the car so many times, but just cant bring myself to sell. I've told myself now that if I can get a chevelle I will, but it's hard to go back to a normal car after having one so be careful of that.

Final suggestion: I would say get one, if you are willing to sacrifice the luxuries of a normal car.

As far as a clone vs normal. With a clone your going to save money, but your car will never really go up in value. If you can for your money get a real one I would, but my suggestions would be get a clone, but try your best to get one with as many original parts as possible. Meaning get one with correct color paint, and ss parts as possible ie dash. Also don't get one with a super nice paint job, as that drives the buying price up, and also you don't have to worry about chips. Being an auto vs manual I love my 4 speed in my camaro, but like autos in chevelles so that's going to be a personal choice. I will say a manual adds value to the car. Insurance is super reasonable I think I paid 110 /month maybe less can't remember, buts that's in texas. Also you say your high end price is 16k, try to get one for 12-13 because your going to need that extra when things go wrong. My engine had a rod go thru the block, and has sat in my garage for 2yrs cause I don't have the money to fix it.

Insurance on A Luxury Car for 18 Year Old?

Adrian P

im 18 years old. i live in texas, i was looking at some used luxury vechiles such as:

2004 Jaguar S-type $18,500
2007 Cadillac CTS $19,000
2006 Mercedes Benz SLK280 $20,000
2006 Infiniti M35 $19,000

what type of insurance payments am i looking at if i choose one of these cars.

i really want the jaguar
but what would be best for me to choose and can somebody give me an estimate on insurance payments on these vechiles

Because im trying to decide if i should buy a car and make payments on it or move out and rent a house or an apartment....im really looking for one these cars that i might be able to make payments on and still be able to make payments on an apartment because im not tryin to stay with my parents forever lol

Answer
An 18 year doesn't need a "luxury" car. Who are you trying to impress?

A list of prices of sport cars?

King111

Ferrari, Aston Martin, Bentley etc.

Answer
Over 450 Aston Martin's for sale here for anywhere between $110,000 and $280,000 http://www.easyautosales.com/Aston-Martin/?make=5&sf=t

Over 750 Bentley's for sale here for anywhere between $60,000 and $215,000 http://www.easyautosales.com/Bentley/?make=9&sf=t

Over 850 Ferrari's for sale here for anywhere between $60,000 and $250,000 http://www.easyautosales.com/Ferrari/?make=28&sf=t

Big ranges...lot of variables. Hope this helps a little.

Name as many exotic sports car as you can please?

The King o

i m talking about exotic sports car that is above $100,000. please name a color for each one as well thank you

Answer
Aston Martin - Grey/Silver
Bentley - Black
Bugatti - Maroon
Ferrari - Red
Lamborghini - Yellow
Lotus - White
McLaren - Silver
Panoz - Blue

Sports Car?!?!?!??!?!!?!?!?!?

sam m

i get my license in march and i want to know which car i should get. im thinking about getting a mustang GT but i heard it takes up TOO much gas. i heard about a mitsubishi 3000GT but i don't know how to drive manual, i know how to drive automatic lol doesnt everybody well anyways so thats a manual and please give me some suggestions and gimme like a picture OH and i want something from like 2000-2006 but not the 90's also i want something AFFORDABLE!!

please and thank you :D

Answer
So why don't you get a 3000GT? They're not all manuals, you know.

I own three of them. Two autos, one manual.

Except, you want something from the 2000's, so the 3000gt is out the window anyway, since they stopped that in 1999.

As far as what car you should get? Get whatever YOU want. It's your car. Your money. Your license. Don't get what other people suggest to you. Get on Google, do some research, and buy what you want.

What sport car can i get with the best gas mileage?

Lilly

I am turning 16 in a few months and my dads going to buy my car. Now i'm looking for a good price but i also really want a sporty looking car. I really like the eclipses but my mom doesn't like how much gas mileage it gets because i'm going to be traveling a lot. Is there a really sporty car for a good price with amazing gas mileage?
Thanks in advance :)
I'm not looking for a super new one. A 2004-2010 would work. And i live in the city so i would need to get a car that gets good mileage in the city.

Answer
The Chevy Cruze is not a muscle car, but it looks sporty, has a peppy turbocharged ECO engine that gets 42mpg--best in class fuel economy. It was introduced this year, but the starting price is low at $16,000, although you may be able to get a discount. Another advantage is that the Cruze is not classified by insurance companies as a sports car, so insurance will be much lower. On top of that, the Cruze has excellent interior quality, great handling and ride quality, and is an IIHS Top Safety Pick. Here is the edmunds.com (one of the most respected auto reviewers in the world) comprehensive review of the 2011 Chevy Cruze.
http://www.edmunds.com/chevrolet/cruze/2011/
EDIT: I don't agree that the Focus is "cooler" than the Cruze, but that is just a matter of opinion. The Focus is an excellent car as well, but the reason I didn't mention it is because the redesign (really the only one I can recommend) did not come til 2012.

Friday, June 6, 2014

Renting a nice luxury car vs. limo for wedding.....Opinions?

Q. I read in a bridal mag here in Atlanta that you could and will save more money if you rented a nice luxury car as opposed to renting an limo for just a few hours.

By the way, our ceremony and reception will be held at same place.
I was thinking maybe rent a limo to take bridal party to location and rent a nice car to carry my fiance and I away.

I dont know, just give me your opinion on what you have done or thinking about doing. I think my step-dad my rent us a classic rolls royce, which they had at their wedding, but I am thinking where could we all save money. HELP!!
I think that my parents may front the RR rental.. they keep asking me about it. And I think that they have a nice relationship with the company

Answer
if your reception and wedding are at the same place then dont get a limo!! where are you getting ready? if everyone is getting ready at a house and then going to the church then maybe a limo is a nice idea but how is everyone going to get back to their cars??

i would only get the nice car to take you away at the end. saves money and headaches

which is the better car for a girl?

Julie

http://autos.yahoo.com/used-cars/ford-mustang-cars321657766?page=15&modelyearlb=2009&askpriceub=any&askpricelb=any&deliverymileageub=any&deliverymileagelb=any&sortcol=price&sortdir=up&location=Conyers%2C+GA+30013&listingtype=used&model=mustang&make=ford&distance=75

or

http://autos.yahoo.com/used-cars/toyota-camry_solara-cars316608386?bodystyle=convertible&sortcol=price&sortdir=up&modelyearlb=2005&askpriceub=any&askpricelb=any&deliverymileageub=any&deliverymileagelb=any&location=Conyers%2C+GA+30013&listingtype=used&model=camry_solara&make=toyota&distance=50

I am 17 years old and im looking for my first car. I want a car with good gas mileage and a good price.

Answer
For a girl, both cars are fine. But I'm sure you can find nicer cars in your price range. By my observation you live in Georgia so Ive found some luxury cars that you might be paying the same for as the Mustang or the Solara. I'm assuming your price range is $16,000- 17,000 by the price tag of the cars you have shown us so here's a few, hope this helps or at least gives you new ideas.

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/ctd/1381148213.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1374255146.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/cto/1378119975.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/ctd/1381854223.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/ctd/1380589602.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1371770571.html

Why is it that at higher altitudes, our car can use lower octane gasoline?

MortalGuar

We have a 95 Volvo 850 GLT. The manufacturer recommends using 91 octane gas. But if you are 5000 feet above the level of the sea, you can use 87 octane gas. Why?

Answer
Octane is needed in gasoline to prevent "knock". "Knock" is when the gasoline ignites from compression before the spark fires. Your car runs most smoothly and optimally when the gasoline ignites at the proper moment, not before and not after. Your electronic ignition system chooses the optimal moment and fires the spark plug then. It's less good if the gasoline explodes "accidentally" before the ignition system decides it's the right time.

Gasoline will ignite from compression at a certain pressure that depends on the octane. Higher octane gas will be fine at high pressures where lower octane gas would ignite. An engine compresses the air-gas mixture by compacting it to a smaller volume. That multiplies the atmospheric air pressure by the same as the ratio of the large to the small volume, which is called the compression ratio. If the multiplied pressure is higher than the low octane gas can take, then you get knock. But if you go to higher altitude, the atmospheric pressure starts at a lower pressure, and even when multiplied, it stays below the limit of the low octane gas.

Most "economy cars" have low compression ratios, so that they can use low octane gas even up to sea level atmospheric pressure. They multiply the atmospheric pressure by a smaller amount and it stays under the limit for the low octane gas. But European luxury or sports cars like yours often have high compression ratios.

Does a 1993 Cadillac Seville require 93 octane?

Mike K

Im thinking about buying a 1993 Cadillac Seville, but, I see it "requires" premium fuel, 93 octane. Do these cars actually require 99 octane, or can it be run off 87 or 89?

Answer
91 octane is required for the first-gen Northstar engines. If you are not prepared to properly maintain a luxury car, then there is Camry with your name on it.

Thursday, June 5, 2014

what are some nice sports cars bettwen the price range of 0-$10,000?

Hunter

nothing older than 1980

Answer
You will get a 300ZX Twin Turbo, but I don't know how old you'll get for 10,000.

Mitsubishi 3000 GT VR4 or Dodge Stealth R/T (as long as it has turbos).

Older Z28 or Firebird Formula.

Mustang (of course). Might be able to find some mid 90s Saleen or Cobra Mustangs even for 10,000 or less.

Are you willing to buy a sports sedan? You can try to find an Audi S4 for 10,000. Probably the fastest sports sedan I can think of around this price range and I believe that is also twin turbo.

Mazda Miata convertible.

You might be able to get an Infiniti G35 if you can talk a private owner or dealer down in price.

Supercharged Cobalt SS.

BMW 3 Series Coupe/Convertible

looking for a cheap used sports car?

aquadancer

im looking for a nice sports car, lamborghini look-alikes, or anything that is kind of like that. something verry cheap, around 5000 or less

Answer
You want a cheap sports car? You're better off looking for conversion kits. You won't find a Lambo type car for the price range you're looking for. Not unless you find a junker that will cost more to fix than the car is worth.

I've seen people change a Fiaro into a Ferrari. Of course the change was cosmetic, but there is a lot you can do to change the guts of your car. Research kits for different car types and then look at what parts on the kit car that can be upgraded to make the car put out some serious horsepower.

You will find that that speed is very achievable with many cars that can be kitted. Look at tuner cars. An early nineties model Civic can be upgraded to go over 140MPH.

To answer your question, good luck on finding that exotic sports car for the price you're willing to pay.....unless you want a junked out servicable Porche. Many people sell those things for lower end prices.

I am in a despute with a friend about the cost of traveling to New Zealand. Can you do one month with $1,000?

Melissa B

I want to travel on a budget, but I still like to have some luxury. Is the dollar tiple and is it realitively cheap?

Answer
I live in NZ and our cash income is quite low, but we live well. If you avoid tourist traps like Rotorua, Queenstown and the ski places, you'll save a lot of money and you won't miss much. Some of our most interesting places you hardly ever read about in the tourist brochures. Like the Southern Scenic Route; the coastal route from Dunedin to Te Anau. The lesser-known walking tracks like the Whangapeka track, the Heaphy track and Stewart Island's walking tracks. But buy your supplies before arriving on Stewart Island; the local shops are expensive. Compared with most developed countries, NZ is a cheap place to live, provided you do your homework first and avoid ripoff places. Yes, you could have a good time here for $1000 for a month. Stay in backpackers, avoid the scenic rail trips, hitch hike, travel by bus or see if any rental cars need returning to other centres.

Can I get a Holden Ute in America?

tx2scoop

Answer
If you have the money you can get anything!!!!!

I just had a look at the pontiac website and the G8 is a rebadged Holden VE Commodore with different front styling.

here is a body of text taken directly from the holden australia website...

Today, left- and right-hand drive variants of the Commodore, Statesman, Caprice and Ute are exported to every continent except Antarctica.

Holden's largest vehicle export market is the Middle East, where the Chevrolet Lumina (Commodore) sedans and long wheelbase V8-powered Chevrolet Caprice sedans (based on Statesman/Caprice) are the region's top selling GM models.

The WM Chevrolet Caprice won BEST LUXURY CAR at the Middle East 'Car of the year' awards in 2006.

Commodore is exported to Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Oman, Syria, Lebanon, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Iraq, South Africa, New Zealand, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, Fiji, Brunei and Brazil. (View Image) The Caprice and Statesman are exported to Middle East regions and New Zealand.

The Holden Ute is exported to South Africa and New Zealand. In 2004, Holden Special Vehicles, in conjunction with Holden, commenced its first export vehicle program to the United Kingdom (HSV Coupe), and the full HSV range is exported to New Zealand...

So in the short term the answer would be 'no it's not available in the usa'

How do Young women (18-25) afford Sports Cars?

AllorNothi

Nissan 350z. Mitsubishi Eclipse, Mustang GT convertible, Hyundai Tiburon even Corvettes? How do women come up with the money?
@ Thuper Duper: I work and save my money I'm 19 now
i'll be about 24 until I can afford without any debt a 25,000 dollar car and insurance all by myself
@ Secretose: OMG I know you dont think I actually hate women. This is Gender Women's Studies. I 'm simply trying to figure out women thats all.

Answer
Perhaps the same way most girls get expensive cars, through their daddy! As for me I would not want any of these cars, not even the corvette, true I may want the corvette's motor though, depending on the year and the model of the vette itself, but I prefer old muscle cars, when racing was truly at it's finest. =P

real sports car vs inexpensive modded car?

EpicRacer

which would you take: a modern sports car such as a mazda rx8 or a more primitive car like a nissan 240sx which can easily be modified.

in in the boat of either spending $10-15000 on a modern car or possibly getting an older car such as the 240sx or 300zx and adding a few upgrades.

which would you take and why?
i chose the rx8 b/c ive driven one and really liked the way it felt. its not my only option, just one of my top picks.

Answer
if i had to choose, i'd choose a real sports car.

but i wouldn't be able to afford one. i don't mind modded sports cars. i'm actually thinking about getting one. plus they're cheaper.

if i had all the money in the world, i'd rather get a real sports car though. because its been engineered to go fast!

Do car dealers research their used inventory at all?

jldude

So, I'm looking at used cars online, and I'm apalled at the lack of info on most models. As a former car salesman myself, it's infuriating when people can't be bothered to include accurate information. Some ads are lucky to even have proper pictures of the ACTUAL car. Is this difficult? Are dealers SOOOO busy they can't do a little internet research and KNOW what the f*** they're trying to sell? I seriously see ads that say "great fuel economy, big trunk, shiny, economical, roomy...". If I was selling as much as a TV, I'd try to include as much info as possible, let alone a $10,000 car. I've walked onto lots and asked the salesman general questions and he clearly had no idea and was trying to bullsh*t me. Are people this lazy? Or do buyers just jump at the first "roomy" car?
First answer proves my point. General as can be. Canned, scripted info. TOTALLY off-point.

Answer
It's pretty sad really almost all dealers care about today is money and closing the sale. They prefer to hire young men and women that don't have any prior car sales experience so they can teach them theiwayay of selling which i already mentioned is close the sale. Some of truly professional car salesmen have moved to a luxury car dealer where they still like their salesmen to bknowledgeablele on the car they are selling. Lexus, Infiniti, Porsche, Audi and BMW among others. Still the experienced salesmen usually only know alot about the specific brand they are selling unlestheyepreviouslyly worked at another dealer where a particular car was sold. Also i think most of the online listings are assigned to the lowest salesman in the pecking order that don't know very much.

Range Rover vs Audi vs BMW?

Katee

I'm finally getting a new car because my infiniti's breaks aren't working so well, and have put me in bad situations where I've almost rear-ended several cars.

It's either 2009 Black RR supercharged, black 2011 Audi A4 or black 2010 BMW 528i .
I love, love big cars even though I'm petite and only 5'2. So I want the RR out of the three. What do you think would suit a 19 year old female better??? Please give good advice. I'm suppose to be getting it this Christmas so I need to give my dad an answer soon, or else I'll have to wait even longer.
I'm a girl, So I'm not trying to attract "hoes" ...
Nerveana: You're being a Debby downer. If I have the option of getting a vehicle I actually ENJOY driving, then why would I settle for less? Think about it, will ya.

Answer
You're sick of an unreliable Inifiniti so your solution is to get an even more unreliable Range Rover, Audi or BMW?

If you're 19, you don't need any of those. Christ, I'm a young professional and I drive a '96 Toyota Corolla and take public transit. If you're looking for a reliable luxury car, the only car worth getting is a Lexus. BMWs, Range Rovers and Audis are some of the most unreliable cars on the road.

You don't need a gas guzzler either. You're 19, get a hatchback and quit being a spoiled little brat.

EDIT: Audis are the most reliable? That's rich. They're like snow plows if they have quattros, but the problem is getting the car started. They're great when they work, but the problem is they don't work.

You would settle for less because you're a decent person who cares about her parent's pocketbooks and their ability to pay for the car and its upkeep. Apparently you're not that kind of person.

I need help on drawing cars?

Dilraj

I'm 14 and want to become a car designer I want to learn how to draw a 3d out line of a sports car or sedan.how do u make a 3d out line?

Answer
for multi-view 2d drawings: http://www.the-blueprints.com/

start out by drawing multi view drawings of cars. Also practice drawing simple rectangular objects in perspective but from observation. Read some basic drawing books about how to draw in perspective. Also when you draw cars, try to think about their internal structure.

If you're still into this later, there are some good college programs in California wherein you can major in car body design. Can't remember which schools. Just don't quit if this doesn't come easy to you for the first year or so. In fine art, the rule of thumb is that the first 100 paintings the average artist makes will be utter shit and after that you'll really start to make good stuff. Nobody learns to swim in a week. stay with it.

Oh and do a comprehensive web search for car blueprints and 3d computer models. They exist and will be invaluable to you.

Really confused about math homework? Scale drawings and models?

Fly me

A model of a sports car is 9 inches long. If the actual car is 12 feet long, find the scale model.

In a movie, a child who was 32 inches tall was ''blown up'' to be 160 feet tall. Find the scale needed for the props in the movie.

How do I solve those?

Answer
A model of a sports car is 9 inches long. If the actual car is 12 feet long, find the scale model. The model is 9" long. Are you certain that you have stated the question correctly?

In a movie, a child who was 32 inches tall was ''blown up'' to be 160 feet tall. Find the scale needed for the props in the movie. Convert to common measurement in this case 32" = (160'* 12) = 1920 inches. Divide the 1920" by 32" and get 60. Therefore 1" = 60"

Why do people rent super sports cars?

Sophi

Answer
Ever had a list of things you must do before you die?...then if renting a super car isn't on your list then your list isn't complete yet.

What Old Sports Cars Have Decent MPG?

Ben

I recently got a Nissan 300zx i love the car, however it has terrible mileage....
and since im not filthy rich its a pain to put in like 200 dollars worth of gas every month,...
so i was wondering what other cars... equally as sporty... have pretty decent gas mileage (around 25 city...) and are at least 5-10 years old.

Answer
erhaps you need to pencil this fuel economy problem out a little further ...

You've got cars now that are "avg 22 mpg", which infers you're driving around 300 miles per week, not "150-200" ... on $40 per week. With $3.00/gal gasoline, that's 13 gallons of fuel per week.

But, looking at the cars that you've got under consideration ... let's suppose that you can get 30 mpg in your average (which is doubtfull). The reduction in fuel cost per week would take you to using only 10 gallons of gas per week, or $30.00 in fuel at your current amount of travels. So you'd save $10 per week in fuel ... and that's if you parked your Mustangs and didn't drive them at all.

Does it pay you to spend $5,000 in acquisition costs + insurance + registration to save $10 per week? that's on top of all the costs you've got with your two current cars which won't be driven ... or will they?

FWIW, a late 1990's Ford Ranger with a 3.0 V6 will turn in fuel economy in the 22 mpg range with an automatic trans. If you need a little pick-up for an occasional chore, these are pretty good little units. But to buy one for fuel economy in regular transportation doesn't pencil out. You won't get much better fuel economy in the 4-cylinder model, and the performance ... in town driving ... is kinda' sluggish, even without a load. With a tow load, the 4-cyl is a slow little truck. The larger F-150 with the 6-cylinder is a better truck if you need the towing and weight capacity ... but again, you're paying a full time price for a part time "maybe I'll be moving in a couple of years" need. You can rent a truck for that use and be many dollars ahead of the costs.

I don't know all the cars you've mentioned, but I've rented the Pontiacs. In actual driving, it's not reasonable to expect more than mid to high 20's fuel mileage. These cars ... and the similar vehicles ... simply won't achieve much fuel cost reduction for you. Few SUV's will do this in actual driving, either.

To see any truly significant reduction in your fuel cost per week, you need to look at cars that deliver fuel economy in the high 30's to low 40's mpg. At your price range, I know of cars that can do this ... but they're older and not without ongoing maintenance issues. I'm thinking older Tercels, Civics, Corolla's ... small cars which may or may not be something that you'd want to drive compared to the vehicles you've mentioned so far. In today's marketplace, I think you'll need to spend a lot more money up front to achieve significant fuel savings per week ... and the cost of the vehicle will take a long time to pay it back in savings, if at all.

Read more: http://www.city-data.com/forum/automotive/1127013-iso-older-car-good-avg-mpg.html#ixzz21BZhrrnl

Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Should I bring my car to Philadelphia for college?

G.Q.

I'm moving to Philadelphia soon for undergrad and I have been hearing that having a car there is more of a hassle than a luxury. So for all residents of the city I was wondering if you could provide any advice on what I should do? Thanks in advance!!! ;)

Answer
Must colleges do not allow freshmen to drive, or park, cars on campus:

Public transit is great in Philadelphia. And for those times and places where transit doesn't work for you there is always

PhillyCarShare is a non-profit organization that provides members with access to a fleet of vehicles on an hourly basis.

A web-based car share company debuted in Philadelphia recently and they are hoping local drivers will hop on board.

'Zipcar' is hoping to offer drivers freedom on the roads without all the costs of owning and maintaining a car.

Zipcar launched their program outside of City Hall in a town dominated by the local non-profit, Philly Car Share.

Brooklyn Transportation Help?

Xander

I plan on attending Brooklyn College in the fall and was wondering whether or not I should sell my car (I currently live in Massachusetts). Would it be worth it to keep my car or would it just be easier to rely on public transportation to get around?

Answer
I would suggest not bringing your car. The subways and buses in NYC are great. I choose not to have a car because I use the subway to get from Bay Ridge, Brooklyn to my job in lower Manhattan every day. On the weekends if I am in the city I use the subway during the day and the occasional cab late at night. If I need a car - zipcar.com works. Running errands? i don't need a car for that. Where I live the grocery store, dry cleaners, bank, gym, laundrymat, take-out food, etc are all within 5 blocks. Many neighborhoods are the same way. Plus freshdirect.com will deliver groceries to your door if you can't lug the bags.

If you will not need the car to get to and from class then it is a luxury item. Can you afford the luxury item?

What is the best sports car under 23000?

Chris R

I am looking for a quick sports car that is under $23,000. I am 17 years old.

Answer
To me, sports car means rear wheel drive and only 2 seats. And that leaves only a few cars.

2002?+ Mazdaspeed Miata
Honda S2000
2001+ Nissan 350z
1997+ Corvette

Sport coupes in your price range are:
2005+ Acura RSX Type-S
2006+ Eclipse GT V6 6-spd
2007 Civic Si

Sporty:
2003+ Acura CL Type S 6-spd
2000+ Lexus IS300
2003+ Accord V6 coupe 6-spd

Nissan 350z?

bobfred91

Hi,
I'm looking at the nissan 350z from year 2003 to around 2005. I hear its a great car but just want other opinions. Can you give me the break down of this car. Pros? Cons?

Thanks

Answer
It's a great car.

Pros:
Great V6 engine
Good Value

Cons:
The car doesn't have as much performance as you think. It's heavy and is car based.

Cars like the Honda S2000 are real sports and give you better handling. But even with the that, it's a good sports car to get for the money. Just make sure to look at the S2000 and Mazda RX-8 first.

Can a 1970 Dodge Charger can definitely beat any sport cars?

George

A kid at school told me that the 1970 Dodge Charger has 1200 mph , WHAT!!!!???????! how can this be true , i mean its a 1970 muscle car with a few horse power . What the heck ; is there such thing?

Answer
Yes, there is such a thing,but very few of any old American muscle cars have that kind of h.p. To give you a clear idea of what 1200 horses is like; watch "The Fast and Furious".After watching the last racing scene in the movie, you'll have a better idea of how a Charger(custom built) responds to 1200hp. Back in the 60's and "early" 70's,American stock sports cars ranged between 300-400 h.p. These cars ruled the streets,even through the 80's. In the early 90's, things changed. The Japanese sports cars made history by becoming a new threat to racing.

Is a Dodge Charger a sports car?

Lafredrick

I'll be 16 in a few months and I'll probably be getting a Honda Accord coupe or a Charger. I'd be getting the v6 engine in either/or vehicle

Answer
No.

The Dodge Charger is a large sedan meant to be luxurious, smooth, and quiet.

Even the SRT-8 "feels" slow. I have driven them.

The Accord Coupe is also not a sports car, but it is more sporty than a Charger in every way. The Accord Coupe V6 is pretty fast too. The Accord V6 is about 2 seconds faster from 0-60mph than the weaker Charger V6.

Why do most sports stars have zero class?

Yummy23

Seriously, you see all these sports stars who can barely speak proper English rolling around in their ghettofied, tricked out Lincoln Escalades and Hummers that look so d@mn tacky. And then you see them on interviews off the field, and most of them have this really crappy smirk on their face, talking about how they "gone get some" tonight or talking about their Gucci shoes and their "fly" ice. Seriously, I rarely see any football or basketball players that seem like they have any dignity or class. As soon as they start making the big bucks, they blow it on flashy $hit that just screams "you can't buy class." What happens to them when they're not making any dough, when their careers are over? Since most can't even write a full paragraph and have no ability to invest their money wisely, what then?

Answer
Cadillac Escalades* You call them uneducated, but you can't even get the make and model of a car right. I bet THEY know that.

Honestly, it's because they have more money than you will EVER have. Do they need any other excuse than that?

Look at it this way... Paris Hilton, Lindsey Lohan and a slew of other women who are rich can drink, do drugs and get arrested and just get a slap on the wrist. Why? Because they have money. Same rule applies here.

Brandon

Accord V6 Ex Coupe Handling?

Steinjoldt

I got offered a deal on an 2005 Accord V6 Coupe EX Manual Transmission, 40k miles for a reasonable price.

I havent tested the car yet, and I listed it as one of the options to keep in mind when i buy a new car.

How well this car handle when being pushed to its limits, I do a lot of Fast canyon carving.

My other options are the the 04' Mitsubishi Eclipse, Chevy Cobalt SS, Minicooper S, and Audi A3.

If you suggest a car, please make it a decent power/great handling coupe with a reasonable age and price, lets say under 11k and from 00' to 09' years.

V6 Mustangs and Camaros and Chargers handle awfully, and the Bmw's are pricing on used cars it's retarded, they all are Old, high milleage and overpriced, so no thanks.

Im looking for a great handling 2 door car with decent engine power.

My last 2 cars were an 08 Lancer gts (stolen) and a V6 07'Mustang, The Lancer handled great but lacked power, the Mustang Had power but handled awfully and was not good for canyon carving.

Is the Accord V6 Coupe Manual Any Good?

Thank you all!

Answer
New V6 Mustangs do not handle awfully and they have a lot more power than your old V6. In all fairness, they out power the newest Eclipse by 143 horsepower and the newest Cooper S Works, by about 100 horsepower. They are also Bigger wider and heavier, but they are surprisingly nimble for what they are. Believe it or not, the V6 Mustang managed .85 G on the skid pad, while the new Minis and Eclipses will pull somewhere around .90 to .92G. But, in 2005 Minis and Eclipses pulled .82 and .87G. A 2011 Honda Accord pulled .85G on a skid pad test. I realize that you are not looking to buy a new car. But, my point is, you can no longer make sweeping judgements on ALL Mustangs. You have to be very specific on the years. American car makers are finally desperately trying to make rapid changes. The general public isn't doing their research and they are basing their opinions on cars from 5 or 6 years ago. I'm watching videos and reading comments of disbelieve, when a Mustang V6 beats a 370Z in a drag race. These people are still thinking of the old V6 Mustang and saying the Z driver was horrible. What they don't realize is, a slightly modified V6 Mustang has roughly the same horsepower as the stock Z. Likewise, everyone thinks the new Mustangs are still the same old clumsy Clydesdales horses of 5 or 6 years ago. An experienced newer Mustang driver might be able to handle these bigger cars similar to an older Mini, from the mid 2000s. Your 2007 Mustang V6 only pulled .79G on a skidpad test and with roughly 100 less hp than a new Mustang, it's not surprising that you weren't very impressed by the car on canyon runs. I fully understand your feelings towards older V6 Mustangs. They were dogs. But, the newer ones are right up there with best lower priced V6 sports cars in terms of power and they are competitive with the econobox handling from just a few years ago. Not bad for a fairly big car. I've owned a 2004 Honda Civic and a 1995 Eclipse. Last year, I drove my drove my 2012 Mustang V6 down the Pacific Coast Highway, in California and I have to say, it was pretty d@mn fun. It might not have carved quite as well as my smaller cars, but it wasn't that far off. And I got a surprise bonus, when people kept pulling over to let me pass. I was so excited. Maybe it was my LeMans racing stripes and that menacing shark-like Mustang nose in their rearview mirrors, but that NEVER happened with my other small cars. I don't care how big and clunky the cars or trucks were, NOBODY ever pulled over or got in the slow lane for those other two cars. I used to get so p*ssed off, when those big @ss pickup trucks refused to get out of the passing lane for my little cars. I used to think, "You've gotta be kidding me! With this 5 speed, and 140 horsepower, in these little cars, on this mountain road, I could practically drive down the mountain and back up and I'd lap your big @ss!" Those little Japanese cars, are great but they get zero respect. You have to drive like a crazy man, If you want to pass the slower cars chugging along in YOUR passing lane. Ha ha!

Tuesday, June 3, 2014

Quality of 70's cars versus today's?

Crockett

Isn't it sad how the general build quality of cars has gone down so much since the 70's and certain 80's vehicles? If you look at just about any 70's car like a 1975 Firebird for instance, you'll notice every little piece is so high quality and solid. Also, so much more of the car is made of metal and there's neat attention to detail on little things versus plain and cheaply made plastic junk everywhere.

Even today's high dollar luxury cars just don't compare to the build quality of a 70's base model Chevy. My grandpa just bought a 2007 Escalade, and it's luxurious but beneath the leather seats and Cadillac logos it just feels like a plastic 2007 Suburban to me.

Even many American cars in the 80's had that great vintage build quality. If you look at a 1987 Caprice for instance or most 80's GM trucks, they still used "real" metal and high quality parts all around.
Horsepower isn't everything, and that's just the stock power of those engines. You can build up a stock 350 to any hp you want, but you can't make a newer car the same quality as older ones.

They may not have air bags, but older cars hold up way better than newer ones. Plastic and thin metal vs. thick metal and no plastic = old car wins.

Answer
Just search the web for the 1959 Chevy Bel Air crash test versus the 2009 Chevy Malibu. That should tell you a lot about the good old "thick metal" cars of the early days.

While I do agree that the older cars were stylish and well designed (for their day and time) they are not even on the same page, when it comes to safety and performance of today's cars.

Why do luxury cars only have leather interior?

David

It's really, really hard to find a luxury car without leather seats. Veg*n's can't buy luxury cars because of this. Also, there are meat eaters who dislike leather as well. So why do most manufacturers require you to get leather in luxury cars?

Answer
its considered a luxury feature.

not all lincolns or cadillacs back in the 70's or 80's didnt have leather

luxury cars .. help !!!?

kristine

1. what are the different brands of luxury cars ? please indicate all brands...
2. which of these brand is the most famous one?
3. which of these brands is the most expensive ?
4. can you please provide a picture.

Answer
Luxury Brands: .....Mercedes Benz, Bmw, Lexus, Rolls Royce, Bentley, Maserati, Aston Marti,

Most Expensive : I would say Bentley and Rolls Royce.

Bentley Continental GT: http://www.tuningnews.net/news/080401b/premier4509-bentley-continental-gt.jpg

Rolls Royce : http://www.butlersheetmetal.com/tinbasherblog/wp-content/uploads/2007/03/rolls_royce101ex1.jpg

Mercedes Benz: http://www.carpages.co.uk/mercedes_benz/mercedes_benz_images/mercedes-benz-clc-25-02-08.jpg

BMW : http://photos.webridestv.com/datastore/images/user/2ec98c5e0596ae30135c1d0a07fa37ad/BMW_M3_2009_8998_20071011.jpg

BMW again : http://www.autocult.com.au/img/gallery/full/CARmageddon1430.jpg

Lexus : http://www.auto-motor.at/Auto/Autos-Neuwagen/Automarken-Automodelle-Neuigkeiten/Lexus-News/Lexus-IS-F-Detroit/Lexus-IS-F-vorne_high.jpg

Lexus again : http://a.abcnews.com/images/Technology/ht_lexus_ls600h1_070517_ssh.jpg

Maserati : http://www.mynetbizz.com/car-reviews/wp-content/uploads/2008/11/2008-maserati-gran-turismo-s-1.jpg

Aston Martin : http://www.speedace.info/automotive_directory/car_images/aston_martin_db9.jpg

I really like all of the cars but most of all BMW baby and Lexus and Mercedes Benz.

Your Top 3 Luxury Cars?

Lola

I am writing a story where a family has accumulated a lot of money, and I essentially need 3 luxury cars to give to the family.
I've decided that the middle child, a boy, gets a Mustang GT, basically because I am IN LOVE with those cars...but any ideas you have would be wonderful.
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE give me a link to a picture so I know exactly what it looks like, unless you can describe it pretty well.
Thanks in advance!

Answer
Mercedes Benz (Crazy, here in Germany you'll see those nice cars hooked up to... trailers.)
http://www.car-tr.com/wp/Mercedes%20Benz/Mercedes-Benz%20CLK%20Serisi_05_07.jpg
Lexus (multiple links)
http://euro.lexusownersclub.com/gallery/albums/is/Lexus_fertig_003.sized.jpg
http://www.flickr.com/photos/mugen76/390231103/
Cadillac
http://www.efastcars.com/Cadillac_Cien_Concept_2.jpg
Corvette
http://www.flickr.com/photos/rickarr/1453913709/ (nice, clear picture.)
BMW
http://www.dieselstation.com/wallpapers/BMW-Z8/BMW-Z8-004.JPG (sorry. there's a person there.)

Sorry, I listed more than three, but I wish you luck with your story.

ManUnitedFan, I listed the Lexus, but what do you really expect. Different people have different tastes.

I'm looking for a 4 cylinder luxury car.?

Faye

I have a E350 Mercedes now. I would like better gas mileage, but don't want to sacrifice luxury. What is out there?

Answer
Kojak is way off, the ES is rated at 19/27, not 27/35

The Lincoln MKZ Hybrid gets 41 city, 36 highway:

http://www.lincoln.com/cars/mkz/

Or you can stick to your E class but get the diesel. Much more expensive of course, but a nice car if you can afford it:

http://www.mbusa.com/mercedes/vehicles/explore/overview/class-E/model-E350BTC

EDIT - to Q - Nobody makes a V4 car engine for many decades now. Lexus DOES however have cars with four cylinders (inline fours), the CT and HS hybrids. Both are smaller and less comfortable than the MKZ though.

First car suggestions (e.g. VW Jetta)?

I am looking for a car to buy, but I would like some suggestions from the educated people of the internet.
I am seventeen years old, male, and I've been driving for twelve months.
I drive better, safer, and more intelligently than most drivers on the road; I would like a car to match my abilities while staying in my price range.
I would like to find a car within a price range of $5,000-$11,000.
I need to have a four-door Sedan which should have less than 75,000 miles and comes from a good manufacturer.
Something similar to a VW Jetta, Volvo S40, Ford Fusion, or Audi A4, used of course.

Thanks for the suggestions, and if you could post the actual car link with the car suggestion near area code 33445, that would be great.
Thanks for the ideas!

Answer
In terms of safety a Volvo is going to be your best bet. There's not much out there that is safer. But if you want something a little more fun I would chose the Audi A4. I'm 16 and I have and Audi A4. I love it! They can be expensive, but not if you actually look more than one place. A VW Jetta would also be nice. VW is the line under Audi in terms of luxury. Both very nice and safe German cars. In my opinion, I would take the Ford out of consideration. They tend to have a lot of problems as do many American made cars. Go for the Audi if you can find one you want for a good price. You really should have no problem finding one under $11,000. If you decide you don't want the Audi, go for the VW. Very nice cars and they are going to last. Good luck!

Here are a few links to Jetta's and Audi's!

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp?tracktype=usedcc&csDlId=&csDgId=&listingId=62428278&listingRecNum=4&criteria=prMx%3D11000%26sf1Dir%3DDESC%26prMn%3D5000%26alMdId%3D20596%26mkId%3D20049%26mlgMx%3D80000%26stkTyp%3DU%26mdId%3D20596%26rd%3D500%26crSrtFlds%3DstkTypId-feedSegId-mkId-mdId-pseudoPrice-pseudoMileage%26zc%3D33445%26rn%3D0%26PMmt%3D1-1-0%26stkTypId%3D28881%26sf2Dir%3DASC%26sf1Nm%3Dprice%26sf2Nm%3Dmiles%26alMkId%3D20049%26rpp%3D250%26feedSegId%3D28705&aff=national

http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp?tracktype=usedcc&csDlId=&csDgId=&listingId=56840136&listingRecNum=14&criteria=prMx%3D11000%26sf1Dir%3DDESC%26prMn%3D5000%26alMdId%3D21285%26mkId%3D20089%26mlgMx%3D80000%26stkTyp%3DU%26mdId%3D21285%26rd%3D500%26crSrtFlds%3DstkTypId-feedSegId-mkId-mdId-pseudoPrice-pseudoMileage%26zc%3D33445%26rn%3D0%26PMmt%3D1-1-0%26stkTypId%3D28881%26sf2Dir%3DDESC%26sf1Nm%3DmodelYear%26sf2Nm%3Dprice%26alMkId%3D20089%26rpp%3D250%26feedSegId%3D28705&aff=national

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=291306891&dealer_id=1092700&car_year=2003&systime=&doors=&model=A4&search_lang=en&only_photo=1&start_year=2002&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&search_type=both&distance=500&min_price=5000&rdm=1301503914578&drive=&marketZipError=false&advanced=y&fuel=&keywords_display=&sownerid=564241&lastBeginningStartYear=1981&end_year=2012&make3=&showZipError=y&make2=VOLKS&certified=&engine=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&body_code=0&transmission=&default_sort=newsortbyprice_DESC&max_mileage=75000&color=&address=33445&sort_type=priceDESC&model2=JET&max_price=11000&awsp=false&make=AUDI&seller_type=b&num_records=25&cardist=198&standard=false

Muscle/Sports car insurance question...?

Jason

Would a 1971 Ford Torino 4 door sedan be considered a sports/muscle car to insurance companies? I am trying to find a way around the muscle car insurance rates while still having a muscleish car. Any other car suggestions would be great.

Answer
It's been my experience that you can get basic (liability) insurance for these cars and the insurance companies don't bat an eye and it's cheap - EXCEPT (and this is a big one) for the fact that you are not covered if it's stolen and they would probably want to total it if you got into a minor wreck. I'd check with a collector car insurance company such as Haggerty if you're concerned about getting it repaired properly if you get into an accident or replacement value if stolen. Some of these companies require an appraisal but many will just go with what you state the value to be.

What is a Cool looking car but cheap on insurance?

Just wande

I am looking for a sporty looking car but not actually considered a sports car and is cheap on insurance. I like a Dodge Stratus and Dodge Intrepid type looks IS there any Cars that Have the cool look but Is cheaper on insurance I know they exist but could you give me a list PLEASE THANKS FOR THE HELP

Answer
The following cars are listed by car retailers as the cars that cost the least to insure:
Chrysler PT Cruiser 4dr Wagon
GMC Safari SLE AWD 3dr Minivan
Dodge Caravan SE 4dr Minivan
Saturn ION 1 4dr Sedan
Pontiac Sunfire 2dr Coupe
Among Sports Utility Vehicles (SUV) the cheapest to insure is the Land Rover as it is found to be less prone to accidents.
Among the small cars Honda Civic is the cheapest to insure as they get high safety ratings and repairing costs is affordable and so insurance companies charge less for these cars.
In the midsized cars category the BMW 3 series wagon is the cheapest for insuring. The reason is they are priced low and the driversâ have loss rates are much lower.
Among Trucks, Dodge Dakota Quad Cab truck with its high ratings is the cheapest to insure.

what import sport car is the best?

masteredge

I own a 240sx and a toyota celica, but i want to know what import car is best overall. What do you think is the best?

Answer
Neither of those is a Sports car. They are just econo coupes. Of the econo coupes I'd say both the Nissan and Celica are good choices as they are rear wheel drive.
The original Z cars are sports cars but the 300 and 350 are too bulky so those are GT cars. The RX8 is trying to be too many things and fails although the RX7 was pretty good.
The MR2 and 2000 are Sports cars and can be pretty impressive.
Of the contemporary cars I'd say the Lotus Elise is probably the best because it does away with all the frivolous crap like power windows, leather, AC etc and does what it does best, being a sports car. Light weight and moderate power put it right up there with the players. Just pure, basic, unadulterated fun!
Other good choices are the Z3 and Z4 by BMW and even the Miata when set up by Mazdaspeed.

What Yellow Sports Car?

BoundlessC

I saw a car in someone's driveway and was wondering what type it was. I know it wasn't a Lamborghini, a Porsche , or a Ferrari, but it did look familiar so it must be popular cause I'm not a car person haha. So if you know any other popular sports cars please let me know (:

Answer
I'm going to guess a Lotus Elise/Exige. That has the exotic look but smaller/cheaper, so you see more of them around than the Italian cars.

Look here:

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.seriouswheels.com/pics-jkl/Lotus-Elise-Yellow-Misty-Road-1280x960.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.seriouswheels.com/jkl/Lotus-Elise-Yellow-Rear-Angle-Misty-Road-1280x960.htm&h=960&w=1280&sz=315&tbnid=SMgad5IZ4xgivM:&tbnh=91&tbnw=121&prev=/search%3Fq%3Dyellow%2Blotus%2Belise%26tbm%3Disch%26tbo%3Du&zoom=1&q=yellow+lotus+elise&docid=-gxgl45rpr2zTM&sa=X&ei=mBNyT5HaI86TtwfQvbjyDw&ved=0CFcQ9QEwAw&dur=3960

Monday, June 2, 2014

Looking for new cars that below $25,000?

fatthief

small car, good milege, and auto

Answer
New Small Compact Cars Under 25,000 (Most are under 20,000):

2008-2009 Honda Civic Sedan/Coupe DX/LX/LX-S/EX/EX-L/Si/Hybrid (FWD 0-60 6.5-9 sec)
2009 Honda Insight Hybrid LX/EX (FWD 0-60 9.2 sec)
2008-2009 Honda Fit Base/Sport (FWD 0-60 8.9 sec)
2009-2010 Toyota Corolla Base/LE/XLE/S/XRS (FWD 0-60 8.3-9 sec)
2009-2010 Toyota Prius II/III/IV/V (FWD 0-60 10 sec)
2009-2010 Toyota Matrix Base/S/XRS (FWD 0-60 9.2 sec)
2008-2009 Mini Cooper Hartop/Convertible Base/S (FWD 0-60 8.4 sec)
2009-2010 Ford Focus Sedan/Coupe S/SE/SEL/SES (FWD 0-60 8.3 sec)
2010 Ford Fusion S/SE (FWD 0-60 9.3 sec)
2008-2009 Dodge Avenger SXT/R/T (FWD 0-60 7.3 sec?)
2008-2009 Dodge Caliber SE/SXT/SXT Sport/R/T/SRT-4 (FWD 0-60 6.5-10 sec)
2009-2010 Chevrolet Cobalt 1VL/LS/1LT/2LT/SS (FWD 0-60 5.9-8.9 sec)
2008-2009 Nissan Versa Base/S/SR/SL/SE-R/SE-R Spec-V (FWD 0-60 6.5-9.3 sec)
2008-2009 Nissan Altima Coupe S (FWD 0-60 7.9 sec)
2008-2009 Mitsubishi Lancer DE/ES/ES Sport/GTS/Ralliart (FWD/AWD 0-60 6.1-9.5 sec)
2008-2009 Pontiac G5 Base/GT (FWD 0-60 8.3 sec)
2008-2009 Hyundai Elantra GLS/SE/Touring (FWD 0-60 ?)
2008-2009 Hyundai Sonata GLS/SE/Limited (FWD 0-60 ?)

These are cars are quite reliable and safe to drive. I would have to say with 25,000 you can get a better car that is used.

Used Cars That Can Be Bought With Less Than 35,000 Miles On The car for around 25,000:
2005-2007 Infiniti G35 Coupe w/ Navigation & Sport Package (RWD 0-60: 5.4 sec)
2008-2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe Base Model ( RWD 0-60 4.9 sec)
2006-2008 Ford Mustang GT500 ( RWD 0-60 4.9 sec)
2006-2008 Nissan 350z w/ Nav & Sport (RWD 0-60:4.9)
2007-2008 Acura TL Type S With Nav (FWD 0-60: 5.5)
2002-2006 BMW M3 Coupe Auto (RWD 0-60: 4.6 sec)
2006-2008 Lexus IS350 (RWD 0-60: 5.5 sec)
2004-2008 Honda S2000 9000 RPM Redline (RWD 0-60: 6 sec)
2007 - 2008 Saturn Sky Turbo (RWD 0-60 5.5 sec)
2006-2008 Pontiac GXP (RWD 0-60 5.4 sec)
2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60: 5.5 sec)
2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette (RWD 0-60: 4.6 sec)
2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
2004-2005 Pontiac GTO 6.0 (RWD 0-60:5.5 sec)
2008 Pontiac G8 GT (RWD 0-60 4.9sec)
2005-2008 Audi RS4 (AWD 0-60 4.6 sec I think)
2000-2004 Ford Mustang Cobra (RWD 0-60 4.7 sec)
1990-1996 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo for Under 10k (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)

Used Cars That Can Be Bought for under 20k:

2005-2007 Infiniti G35 Coupe w/ Navigation & Sport Package (RWD 0-60: 5.4 sec)
2006-2008 Nissan 350z w/ Sport Package (RWD 0-60:4.9)
2002-2006 BMW M3 Coupe Auto (RWD 0-60: 4.6 sec)
2004-2008 Honda S2000 9000 RPM Redline (RWD 0-60: 6 sec)
2007-2008 Saturn Sky (RWD 0-60 7.5 sec)
2006-2008 Pontiac Solstice (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60: 5.5 sec)
2000-2006 Mercedes Benz CL-Class (RWD 0-60 5.6-6.7 sec)
2003-2006 Mercedes Benz E-Class 9RWD 5.7-7.3 sec)
2005-2008 Cadillac STS (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
2004-2008 Cadillac XLR (RWD 0-60 6.9 sec)
2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
2008-2009 Honda Accord Coupe (FWD 0-60 7.3 sec)
2004-2005 Pontiac GTO 6.0 (RWD 0-60:5.5 sec)
2006-2007 Lexus IS 250 (RWD 0-60 7.9 sec)
2006-2007 Dodge Charger R/T / SRT-8 (RWD 0-60 5.3-6.1 sec)
2000-2004 Ford Mustang Cobra (RWD 0-60 4.7 sec)
2000-2004 Porsche 911 Carrera (RWD 0-60: 4.8 sec)
1998-2004 Porsche Boxster S (RWD 0-60 6.1 sec)
2007-2008 Saturn Sky (RWD 0-60 7.5 sec)
2006-2007 Audi A4 Turbo/3.2 Quattro (FWD/AWD 0-60 ?)
2006 BMW 325i (RWD 0-60 8.2 sec)
1999-2005 BMW 3 Series (RWD 0-60 6.3-10 sec)
2004-2006 BMW 5 Series (RWD 0-60 ?)
2006-2008 Pontiac Solstice (RWD 0-60 7.7 sec)
2004-2008 Acura TL (FWD 0-60: 6.8 sec)
2005-2007 Audi A4 2.0 T (FWD 0-60: 7 sec)
2005-2008 Chrysler 300C (RWD 0-60 7.7 Sec)
2002-2006 Jaguar X-Type (RWD 0-60 8 sec)
2000-2004 Jaguar S-Typ

Used Cars For Around 10k:
2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
1990-1996 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo (RWD 0-60 5.9 sec) (
1995-1999 BMW M3 (RWD 0-60 5.7 sec I think)
2000-2005 BMW 3 Series (RWD 0-60 7 sec)
1995-2001 BMW 7 Seres (RWD 0-60 ?)
2000-2005 Lexus IS 300 (RWD 0-60 7.4 sec)
2000-2007 Mercedes C-Class (RWD 0-60 6.8-8.9 sec)
2005-2007 Ford Mustang V6 (RWD 0-60 8.6 sec)
2003-2007 Honda Accord Sedan/Coupe (FWD 0-60 7.5 sec)
1990-2003 Mazda Miata (RWD 0-60 8.3 sec)
1998-2000 Chevrolet Camaro Z28 (RWD 0-60 5.6 sec)
2003-2008 Toyota Corolla Type S (FWD 0-60 8.9 sec)
2003-2005 Infiniti G35 Sedan (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
1989-1996 Acura Legend (FWD 0-60 8.3 sec)
2001-2004 Volvo S60 (FWD 0-60 7.3 sec)
1996-1998 Audi A4 (FWD 0-60 8.4 sec)
2006-2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse (FWD 0-60 8.3 sec)
1998-2007 Ford Crown Victoria (RWD 0-60 8.7 sec)
1997-2003 BMW 5 Series (RWD 0-60 ?)
1994-2001 Volkswagen Golf (FWD 0-60 8.2 sec)
2000-2004 Honda S2000 (RWD 0-60 6.5 sec)
2004-2005 Pontiac GTO 5.7 (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
1994-1998 Ford Mustang Cobra (RWD 0-60 6 sec)
1999-2004 Ford Mustang GT/Mach 1/Bullitt (RWD 0-60 5.8-6.3 sec)
1992-2000 Lexus SC 300/400 (RWD 0-60 5.9-8 sec)
2003-2006 Hyundai Tiburon (FWD 0-60 9

What kind of sports car?

Troubled D

My brother is 16, and getting ready to turn 17. I'm looking for him a sports car, and I'm leaning towards a 94-04 Mustang. But we're also looking for 93-02 Camaro, 93-95 Lebaron, Miata, 99-02 Cougar, 96-04 Eclipse, 88 Fiero, 93-02 Firebird/Trans Am, 06-09 Solstice. Which car would be the best for a teenage boy and why?

Answer
You are lucky, there are new and used many cars for under 30k.
New Cars:
2009 Honda Accord EX-L V6 (FWD, 0-60: 5.7)
2008 Nissan 350z ( RWD, 0-60: 4.9)
2009 Nissan 370z (RWD 0-60 4.7) (Best Buy in my opinion for a new car)
2010 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60: 4.9)
2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe (RWD 0-60: 5.4)
2009 Mazda RX-8 (RWD 0-60 5.6 sec)
2009 Dodge Challenger R/T (If you Haggle) (RWD 0-60 5.5 sec)
2009 Chevy Camaro SS ( If you haggle a lot and you trade in) (RWD 0-60 4.5 Sec)
2009 Nissan Altima Coupe 3.5 S (FWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
2008 Mitsubishi Evo X (If you haggle) (RWD 0-60 4.7 sec)

Used Cars That Can Be Bought With Less Than 35,000 Miles On The car for 30k:
2005-2007 Infiniti G35 Coupe w/ Navigation & Sport Package (RWD 0-60: 5.4 sec)
2008-2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe Base Model ( RWD 0-60 4.9 sec)
2006-2008 Ford Mustang GT500 ( RWD 0-60 4.9 sec)
2006-2008 Nissan 350z w/ Nav & Sport (RWD 0-60:4.9)
2007-2008 Acura TL Type S With Nav (FWD 0-60: 5.5)
2002-2006 BMW M3 Coupe Auto (RWD 0-60: 4.6 sec)
2006-2008 Lexus IS350 (RWD 0-60: 5.5 sec)
2004-2008 Honda S2000 9000 RPM Redline (RWD 0-60: 6 sec)
2007 - 2008 Saturn Sky Turbo (RWD 0-60 5.5 sec)
2006-2008 Pontiac GXP (RWD 0-60 5.4 sec)
2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60: 5.5 sec)
2005-2006 Chevrolet Corvette (RWD 0-60: 4.6 sec)
2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
2004-2005 Pontiac GTO 6.0 (RWD 0-60:5.5 sec)
2008 Pontiac G8 GT (RWD 0-60 4.9sec)
2005-2008 Audi RS4 (AWD 0-60 4.6 sec I think)
2000-2004 Ford Mustang Cobra (RWD 0-60 4.7 sec)
1990-1996 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo for Under 10k (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
AND WAY MORE

Used Cars That Can Be Bought for under 20k:

2005-2007 Infiniti G35 Coupe w/ Navigation & Sport Package (RWD 0-60: 5.4 sec)
2006-2008 Nissan 350z w/ Sport Package (RWD 0-60:4.9)
2001-2006 BMW M3 Coupe Auto (RWD 0-60: 4.6 sec)
2004-2008 Honda S2000 9000 RPM Redline (RWD 0-60: 6 sec)
2004-2006 Subaru Impreza WRX STi (AWD 0-60 5.3 sec)
2007-2008 Saturn Sky (RWD 0-60 7.5 sec)
2006-2008 Pontiac Solstice (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60: 5.5 sec)
2004-2008 Mazda RX-8 (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
2004-2005 Pontiac GTO 6.0 (RWD 0-60:5.5 sec)
2001-2004 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra (RWD 0-60 4.7 sec)
2000-2004 Porsche 911 Carrera (RWD 0-60: 4.8 sec)
2002-2003 Porsche Boxster S (RWD 0-60 5.3 sec)
2002-2003 Mercedes-Benz C32 AMG (RWD 0-60 5.4 sec)
2005-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VIII/IX (AWD 0-60 4.9 sec)
2004-2008 Acura TL (FWD 0-60: 6.8 sec)
2005-2007 Audi A4 2.0 T (FWD 0-60: 7 sec)
2001-2003 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 (RWD 0-60 4.6 sec)
2005-2008 Chrysler 300C (RWD 0-60 7.7 Sec)
2002-2006 Jaguar X-Type (RWD 0-60 8 sec)
2000-2004 Jaguar S-Type (RWD 0-60 7.7 sec)
AND WAY MORE!

Used Cars For Around 10k:
2005-2009 Ford Mustang GT (RWD 0-60 5.8 sec)
1990-1996 Nissan 300zx Twin Turbo (RWD 0-60 5.9 sec) (
1995-1999 BMW M3 (RWD 0-60 5.7 sec I think)
2000-2005 BMW 3 Series (RWD 0-60 7 sec)
2000-2005 Lexus IS 300 (RWD 0-60 7.4 sec)
1997-2003 BMW 5 Series (RWD 0-60 ?)
2000-2004 Honda S2000 (RWD 0-60 6.5 sec)
2004-2005 Pontiac GTO 5.7 (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
1994-1998 Ford Mustang Cobra (RWD 0-60 6 sec)
1999-2004 Ford Mustang GT/Mach 1/Bullitt (RWD 0-60 5.8-6.3 sec)
1992-2000 Lexus SC 300/400 (RWD 0-60 5.9-8 sec)
2003-2006 Hyundai Tiburon (FWD 0-60 9 sec)
1998-2002 Honda Accord Coupe (FWD 0-60 6.9-7.6 sec)
1997-2002 Honda Prelude (FWD 0-60 7.6 sec)
1997-2004 Porsche Boxster (RWD 0-60 6.9 sec?)
2000-2006 Mercedes-Benz CL Class (RWD 0-60 I think 6.8 sec)
2006 Dodge Charget 2.7L V6 (RWD 0-60 9 sec)
1991-1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT Base/VR4 (RWD/AWD 0-60 5.8 sec-7 sec)
2002-Up Jaguar X-Type (RWD 0-60 ?)
2000-2004 Jaguar S-Type (RWD 0-60 ?)
2004-2006 Scion xB (FWD 0-60 8.5 sec)
1992-1996 Jaguar XJS (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
1995-1998 Nissan 240sx (RWD 0-60 8.1 sec)
1984-1996 Chevrolet Corvette (RWD 0-60 6.9 sec?)
1993-1994 Infiniti J30 Base/Touring (RWD 0-60 8.7 sec)
2000-2008 Mercury Grand Marquis (RWD 0-60 9 sec)

AND MANY MANY MORE!!!

Or

Used Cars For Under 3K:

84-89 and 90-96 Nissan 300zx Base/Turbo (RWD 0-60 6-7.7sec)
1998-2002 Honda Accord Coupe/Sedan i4/V6 (FWD 0-60 7-8.1 sec)
Maybe an 03 Hyundai Tiburon (FWD 0-60 7.3 sec)
94-98 Ford Mustang V6 or GT (RWD 0-60 6.2-8 sec)
Ford Crown Victoria Civilian/P71 (RWD 0-60 8 sec)
maybe 92-98 BMW 3 Series (RWD 0-60 6.7-10 sec)
91-99 Mitsubishi 3000GT Base/VR4 (RWD or AWD 0-60 5.8-7sec)
95-99 Mitsubishi Eclipse (FWD 8.6 sec)
Porsche 924 (RWD 0-60 7.8sec)
Maybe 92-00 Lexus SC 300/400 (RWD 6.7-8.3 sec)
92-96 and 97-02 Honda Prelude (FWD 8.5 sec)
93-01 Pontiac Firebird (RWD 0-60 6.4 sec)
82-92, 93-97and 98-02 Chevy Camaro (RWD)
Maybe 84-96 Chevy Corvette (RWD 0-60 6.7 sec)
1993-1997 Infiniti J30 Base/Touring (RWD 0-60 8.9 sec)
95-98 Nissan 240sx (RWD 0-60 7 sec)
90-95 Toyota MR2 (RWD?)
86-92 Toyota Supra (RWD 0-60 7.2 sec)
91-95 Hyundai Scoupe Base or Turbo (FWD 0-60 7.2-8.9 sec)
AND MANY MORE!!!!!

What is the best luxury car for year 2008?

sonu

Hey I am interested in purchasing either 2008 BMW 750Li or Mercedes Benz S550 or Audi A8 or Lexus LS 4xx. Which one of these will be more reliable and lowest maintenance.

Answer
I would definitely go with a BMW or mb. Audi is a Volkswagen. They break down way too much and have so many electrical problems. Plus they use plastic parts. Lexus is described as "riding on a couch" too smooth as they say. You want a car with soul. As for maintenance it goes like this- 1. Lexus, 2 BMW 3mercedes and 4 Audi. You need to test drive them all to see what I mean. I like a car that roars

Need reccomendations on cheap luxury car?

aquaflamed

Hi, I'm looking for a 2008 car for under 45 grand. It must have a built in voice activated navigation system. Right know I'm looking at a Lexus ES 350 with panaromic. Please no American cars. It should get pretty decent mieage and the shape shouldn't be like the prius. Thanks to all that submit answers

Answer
Cheap luxury car?There is no such thing.

sport car price 60000?

Q. sport car price 60000
depreciates at 14% per year
how long to the nearest year will it dep to 18000

Answer
V = P(1-r)^n = P(0.86)^n
18000 = 60000(0.86)^n
.86^n = 18000/60000 = 0.30
n = log(.30)/log(.86) â 7.983 â 8 years
...

Honda Accord First Car??? Help?

Zack G35

Ok , i like the Honda Accord a 05,06,or 07 V6 Coupe I was wondering if the insurance would be that bad and if it would be a big difference between a 2006 Honda Civic coupe and an Accord V6 Coupe. An Accord sum what close to this http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=235725725&dealer_id=1070013&car_year=2007&model=ACCORD&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&start_year=2006&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&engine=6+Cylinder&certified=&body_code=0&fuel=&only_price=1&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=0&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&make=HONDA&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=8000&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&max_mileage=60000&style_flag=1&sort_type=priceDESC&address=34685&advanced=y&only_photo=1&end_year=2009&doors=Two+Door&transmission=Automatic&max_price=19000&cardist=715

Answer
Accord V6 manual 6spd is a great car. Very sporty and fast. Hopefully insurance companys dont think of it as a sports car. But accords usually get cheaper insurance. Since most accords are grocery getters anyways. Civic on the other have are more like sports cars and get stolen left and right. It all depends where you live and how old you are. Assuming you have a good driving record. I would say the civic;s insurance would be more. I use to be a state farm agent and use to compare insurance rates.

I used to do alot of quotes so hope this helps.

Just give your insurance company a call and get a quote.

what is the best new sports car under 30000?

will_bware

Answer
Subaru Legacy 2.5 GT is reliable, sporty, and safe.

What are some pretty nice sport cars under 20000?

Softballch

I really like the Mitsubishi eclipse but I want to know if there are any other cars I might like make the price close to 20000 but not over 30000 thanks!

Answer
This will probably get me a slew of thumbs downs, but as far as I know the only vehicle that can be called a true sports car close to $20K new is the Mazda Miata. I have seen used Honda S2000s for under $20K, however, and some used Nissan Zs and Mazda RX-8s are probably in that price range.

Other than that, there are a lot of very sporty, fun to drive cars around. (I'd put the Eclipse in the "sporty" category, although I'm not a fan of that car; just a personal preference). Anyway, some of the cars I'd put in this category are: Acura RSX/Integra (no longer made), Mazda 3 (especially the Mazdaspeed 3) and Mazda 6, Honda Civic, particularly the Si, as well as the discontinued Prelude, Infinity G35, and Subaru Imprezza and even Legacy. I'm sure there are a lot of others.

One note of caution: Remember to consider maintenance and insurance cost when budgeting for a sports car or anything sporty, really. For instance, you may find someone who needs to get out of his BMW, Corvette or RX-8 payments, but the cost of owning and maintaining those can be fairly high.

What is a good, mildly fast first car for around $6000?

Chris G

i was thinking like an eclipse gst, acura integra. it doesnt matter if it is domestic of foreign.

THANKSSS!!!!

Answer
For around $6,000 there are a lot of options. Look for some of these models from the early 1990s:

Chevrolet Camaro SS
Chevrolet Camaro Z-28
Chevrolet Corvette
Dodge Stealth R/T AWD
Ford Mustang GT
Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Ford Thunderbird Supercoupe
Jaguar XJS
Lexus SC 400
Lincoln Mark VIII
Mazda RX-7
Mitsubishi 3000GT VR-4
Nissan 300ZX
Pontiac Firebird Formula
Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
Porsche 944 Turbo
Porsche 968 Turbo
Subaru SVX
Toyota MR-2 Turbo
Toyota Supra Turbo

The above models all have at least 200 horsepower (MR-2, which is incredibly light weight and also the only mid-engined car) and are either Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive (Dodge, Mitsubishi, and Subaru). They're 2-Door coupes, with a variety of engines. I know about this category because I'm looking at my future car from this category as well. I plan on spending no more than $8,000 as the absolute max. These models will all knock the stuffing out of an Integra or Eclipse (which are rated at "only" 200-210 horsepower and are Front-Wheel Drive, which isn't nearly as sporty or fun to drive).

Out of the above list, my personal favorites are the Porsche 944, Chevrolet Corvette, Lexus SC 400, Toyota MR-2, and Lincoln Mark VIII. The Chevrolet has 330 horsepower and is fiberglass-bodied for light weight. The Lincoln and Lexus are the sportiest luxury coupes you can buy, and have 290-300 horsepower V-8s. The Toyota only has 200 horsepower, but is the lightest car in the group, seats just two people, and has the best handling of all thanks to the light weight and a mid-engined configuration. The Porsche has a turbocharged 4-Cylinder, with 225-247 horsepower depending upon year and whether it's a Turbo or Turbo S, and the idea of owning a Porsche for under $10,000 is just cool.

One other thing to keep in mind, especially when modifying. The American cars (especially the Camaro, Mustang, and Firebird) are a lot easier to modify, easier to find parts for, and a lot cheaper to modify and repair. Also, they've got good old-fashioned performance straight from the factory. The top models (SS, SVT Cobra, and Trans Am) have over 300 horsepower. That, and they're rated higher in reliability than the Mazda, Mitsubishi, and Subaru, all esteemed Japanese brands. Something about having more reliable engines than the three Japs. There's also lots of stories about Supras blowing engines when modifying. The Supras were meant to be left at factory spec. Modifying improperly causes the turbos and engine to fail (I've seen the ads in Autotrader many times when looking for one - body and interior excellent, low miles, all options, turbo bad - and they're insanely expensive to fix and modify properly)

I hope this has answered your question. If you have any more, please feel free to ask.

What would be a good car for a budget of $7K and how many miles should I expect it to have?

Over The R

I am looking for opinions so tell me your preferred make model and how many miles you think is too many and how many is reasonable

Answer
First is first. Nothing over 110,000 miles unless there has been a tune up or some major work done on it.

For $7000, milage really depends on the year of the car and the type of vehiacle.
Cars from japan(including luxury, entry level, SUV) 30-150k
Cars from Germany/other European brands(Volvo, Saab, etc) 60-110k
Cars from American 40-80k

These include luxury cars, so meaning that it would have higher milage if it's a more expensive car and lower milage if it's more of a entry level car.

Cars from Toyota would be under 140k
Honda under 130k
Chevrolet under 100k
MB under 70k
BMW under 70k

I've seen some 2006 Honda civics that go for about $6000 with around 50,000 miles on craigslist. Also there are plenty of good condition BMW 3-series around me going for about $6000 that range from 1999-2003.

FFUUNN SURVEYYYYYYYYYY!?

Wow thats

Sports cars or Luxury cars
Jeans or Sweatpants
Stripes or Polka dots
Soda or Juice
PS or Nintendo
Cup noodles or Top Ramen
Walgreen or Rite Aid
Books or magazines
nickelodeon or Disney
MTV or Vh1
Babies or Toddlers
Pink or Blue
Channing Tatum <3 or Ryan Gosling
Target or Fredmeyer
Justin Bieber or Austin mahone
Milk or Water
Bahamas or Hawaii
Nike or Adidas
Preppy or Casual
80s or 90s
Demi lavatto or Selena Gomez
Yahoo answers or YouTube
Google or Bing

Answer
Luxury cars
Jeans
Polka dots
Juice
Cup Noodles
Rite Aid
Books
Disney
MTV
Babies
Blue
Channing tatum
Target
Justin Bieber
Water
Hawaii
Nike
Preppy
90s
Selena Gomez
Yahoo Answers
Google

trip plans for Hawaii ...thanks?

angela

My husband and I along with our Son( barely 3 yrs old then) are flying in to Holonunu from DC and flying back after 15 days.
the trip was booked for middle dec that covers chritmas and new year.
What should we do there and how should we plan the 15 days. where else should we go, should we rent a car? Should I dont have a specific budget , meaning that I am open to spend on something thats really good, but I want to be frugal at the mean time .

Answer
Is this your first trip to Hawaii? 15 days is an excellent amount of time to see 2-3 islands. For first time visitors, I'd recommend Maui, Oahu, and the Big Island of Hawaii as the three best destination islands. Kauai is awesome, but it can get a little boring after 2-3 days of perfect beaches, lush rain forests, and stunning waterfalls and scenery.

On Maui, you'll probably want to stay at the multi-resort development at Kaanapali. The Sheraton Kaanapali at Black Rock is a great hotel. If you're rich and like luxury try the mega-resorts along the Gold Coast (Makena-Wailea). Maui has all the activities you could want from whale watching, golfing, horse back riding, hiking, perfect beaches, and water sports. There is a winery in upcountry Maui. The Haleakala Crater is spectacular in the morning (but your son may not be loving the cold dry air and high altitude).

Whale Watching. If you travel to Hawaii in December you have to put whale watching on your list of things to do. The whales ought to be viewable by boat, air, and often times by land from/between Oahu and Maui. The best whale watching boat tours obviously depend on the sea legs of your family members.

Do you prefer all-inclusive resorts or winging it? Waikiki on Oahu has its good points and bad. But you can decent budget accommodation deals there. If you want an inclusive resort experience try the Ihilani Resort & Spa about an hour away from Waikiki. Waikiki will be overrun by Japanese tourists around the time you visit. They tend to visit en masse in December-January and again in July-August.

On Oahu If you like American historical sites, you ought to visit Pearl Harbor, the USS Arizona Memorial & Museum, and the USS Bowfish submarine. If you want even more history, you can also visit the Punchbowl National Cemetery up on Tantalus.

Surf ought to be up on the north shore of all Hawaiian islands in December, and Oahu's North Shore has some of the best surfing in the world. It's spectacular to see, but don't go in the water when the surf's up. It's not worth the risk. Swim along the calm south shore beaches instead.

One of the most memorable and spectacular sites to visit is on the Big Island. The intermittently active volcano of Kilauea is simply awesome. If you can afford it, there are helicopter tours and boat tours that can sort of come near the active lava flows if they're occurring. It's a hit or miss affair, but don't miss the opportunity if it arises. Stay at a resort on the Kona coast, and don't bother with the Hilo side (east) of the island. The distances are far and you don't want to waste your time driving for hours when you could be experiencing the gorgeous western side of the island.

Stay away from Molokai. The people there are xenophobic and crazy. However, if you and yours love deep sea fishing, the north shore of Molokai has some of the best fishing, and perhaps the most beautiful and stunning scenery in the entire State of Hawaii.

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