Help me buy a car!

[ZeeJustin]

Ok, I know nothing about cars. Some guy asked me why I don't just get a viper, and I responded that I dont even know what a viper is. I know nothing.

I just moved to LA a week ago, and I desperately need a car to get around. I'm aiming for the $20,000 - $25,000 price range, although I could be suckered into paying as much as $30,000.

I think I want a luxury car (definately not a jeep or suv or anything like that). I'm under the impression that anything new will be way out of my price range, so something used that's 2-4 years old will be fine.

I'll be blunt. I want something that will impress girls, something that a 19 year old girl would look twice when she sees a 19 year old guy driving it.

Not only do I know nothing about cars, I know nothing about buying them. Is carmax a good place to buy one? I don't even know how that works really.

I want something small and compact. I listen to music all the time and play it very loud, so a decent sound system is important too. Other than that, looks are the only other important thing. I don't really like weird looking cars. I probably want it either black or silver, but like I said, I do want something that can potentially turn heads.

Any and all advice is appreciated.
-TIA
-ZJ

[ThaSaltCracka]

2003 Subaru WRX

[peachy]

99 m3

[Blackjack]

Dude - you asked this in MIRC.

Here are the definitive answers.
* Subaru WRX
* BMW 330 Coupe
* Honda S2000 Convertible (2 seater)
* Infinity G35 Coupe
* Pontiac Solstice 2006 (Sick Convertible)

Coupe is 2 doors if you didn't know already

[tbach24]

A used lexus (I don't know what model) would be good. They are reliable, nice looking, and have nice interiors.

[Sponger15SB]

In a thread a while back you were talking about your move to LA, and someone asked why, and you didn't end up answering, so...

Why did you move to LA?

[SpearsBritney]

350 Z is the obvious choice

[ZeeJustin]

[ QUOTE ]
Why did you move to LA?

[/ QUOTE ]

Even before poker it was my favorite city. I hate cold weather, I hate the south, and the girls are insanely beautiful here. I also love the culture, everything is new and impressive.

Being closer to the poker scene is another nice bonus.

[ClaytonN]

On his website it said something about a brother of his in addition to a friend of his brother moving to LA and he decided to come along and share roomspace.

Maybe I should just let him explain.

[Blackjack]

Actually,

I agree totally with Spears. Although the bitch dissed the OC.
Get that or the Pussy Wagon from KBII.

Blackjack

[ClaytonN]

[ QUOTE ]
I hate the south

[/ QUOTE ]

/images/graemlins/frown.gif

LA really is an awesome city, though. Especially now that you'll have Commerce Casino. Nothing much is around Virginia, I don't think.

[ZeeJustin]

[ QUOTE ]
his website it said something about a brother

[/ QUOTE ]

Yeah, my older brother is in a band called Raine. The drummer just graduated from BC or BU (forget which) majoring in film. Naturally, LA has the best job prospects for him. My brother (who just graduated from CMU) followed to keep the band together. The 3 of us are now living together.

[Sponger15SB]

[ QUOTE ]
Even before poker it was my favorite city. I hate cold weather, I hate the south, and the girls are insanely beautiful here. I also love the culture, everything is new and impressive.

[/ QUOTE ]

Fair enough. This is what I thought.

[ QUOTE ]

Being closer to the poker scene is another nice bonus.

[/ QUOTE ]

So you, a 19 year old, plan on playing at commerce and other places in LA or vegas even though you've been on TV for playing poker, have had quite a few articles written about you, and have a blog (how many people read this? I don't know) with your picture on it.

This should be interesting...

[BK_]

either a new or used g35 coupe. at least test drive it, you dont be dissapointed. ive had the 3 series, lexus is300, and a g35, and the g35 is far and away the fastest and the best looking.

[Bluffoon]

This (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=182342947&dealer_id=79498&car_year= 2002&make=LEXUS&distance=25&lang=en&max_price=&mod el=IS300&end_year=2006&min_price=&certified=&addre ss=07065&search_type=both&advanced=&start_year=198 1&isp=y&cardist=25)

[ClaytonN]

ZJ has a blog?

Where the hell have I been?

*nvm - found it

[Blackjack]

Zeejustin.. You want to get [censored] crazy poontang... I mean like too much poontang...

You're going to need to shell out more than 30,000$. If you want to get laid more in one week than most people here do in one year.. You buy this car.

THE LOTUS ELISE
http://www.sandsmuseum.com/cars/elise/thecar/index.html

[gorgeous]

[ QUOTE ]
Dude - you asked this in MIRC.

Here are the definitive answers.
* Subaru WRX STi
* BMW 330 Coupe
* Honda S2000 Convertible (2 seater)
* Infinity G35 Coupe
* Pontiac Solstice 2006 (Sick Convertible)

Coupe is 2 doors if you didn't know already

[/ QUOTE ]

Correction made. Can't go wrong with any of these, though I'd probably lean toward the top 3.

[bump]

2000-2002 Porsche Boxters will run you about $25,000-$30,000.

Here is a 2001 Boxter in your area listed at $27,995. She has 25,000 miles. LINK (http://www.cars.com/go/search/fs_search_results.jsp?tracktype=usedcc&searchType= 21&cid=&dlid=&dgid=&amid=&cname=&zc=90001&makeid=4 1&modelid=&pageNumber=0&numResultsPerPage=50&large NumResultsPerPage=0&sortorder=descending&sortfield =PRICE+descending&certifiedOnly=false&criteria=K-%7CE-%7CM-_41_%7CB-30000%7CN-N%7CR-50%7CI-1%7CP-PRICE+descending%7CQ-descending%7CZ-90001&aff=national&aff=national) :
http://www.belcyber.net/millenniumcars/pict/BOXTERS.JPG
2000-2001 Corvettes are also in your price range

LINK (http://www.cars.com/go/search/fs_search_results.jsp?tracktype=usedcc&searchType= 21&cid=&dlid=&dgid=&amid=&cname=&zc=90001&makeid=9 &modelid=86&pageNumber=0&numResultsPerPage=50&larg eNumResultsPerPage=0&sortorder=descending&sortfiel d=PRICE+descending&certifiedOnly=false&criteria=K-%7CE-%7CM-_9_%7CB-30000%7CD-_86_%7CN-N%7CR-50%7CI-1%7CP-PRICE+descending%7CQ-descending%7CZ-90001&aff=national&aff=national)

This car will get you laid. Listed at $27,000 it has 21,000 miles on it:
http://100megsfree4.com/corvette/2000/2001/01silver1.jpg

I also like the BMW Z3. Z3s from 2000-2002 fit in your price range
LINK (http://www.cars.com/go/search/fs_search_results.jsp?tracktype=usedcc&searchType= 21&cid=&dlid=&dgid=&amid=&cname=&zc=90001&makeid=5 &modelid=50&pageNumber=0&numResultsPerPage=50&larg eNumResultsPerPage=0&sortorder=descending&sortfiel d=PRICE+descending&certifiedOnly=false&criteria=K-%7CE-%7CM-_5_%7CB-30000%7CD-_50_%7CN-N%7CR-30%7CI-1%7CP-PRICE+descending%7CQ-descending%7CZ-90001&aff=national&aff=national)

This car is selling for $22,295 and has 17,000 miles on it. It will also get you laid:

http://www.streetdreamsauto.com/pics/V_gallery/2001_Z3.jpg


edit: the pics arent of the exact cars listed because the pics didnt come out origionally (frames?) But they are the same make and model

[Duke]

To be honest, you're going to have a hard time turning heads in LA. Not as tough as Vegas (where Bentleys and Ferraris seem to grow on trees), but tough. Every 19 year old kid seems to have a BMW. The ones that don't have imports that seem to have had about $90,000 put into them.

Just get a car that you like, and be happy with it. My next car will be some sort of an unassuming sedan, probably a cheaper benz, since I like them and don't give a [censored] about what other people like. They'll run about $25k for a decent small model a couple years old.

Black/Silver are also my 2 options when I look at cars.

A lot of guys have Acuras. Look at those perhaps. You can get them under $30k no problem, even new.

~D

[Blackjack]

Porsche Drivers = Small Penis.

Girls don't want squirrel penis.

They want Elephant penis.

Blackjack

[slickpoppa]

I actually have to agree with Peachy on this one. BMW M3 is the way to go.

[NLSoldier]

This is a very good point. Granted I go to a very rich school, but all of the cars mentioned in this thread are probably right around the median in terms of price of cars on campus.

[Blackjack]

In High School, cars did a great job turning heads.

In the real world.. meh... not so much so unless it's an absolute rare gem/beauty like a Lotus Elise.

So unique.

Blackjack

[bholdr]

get a classic. since i assume you won't have to commute to a job, and your primary qualifications seem to be style, value and comfort, you should definitly be considering an older car- one that will A: be cheap to maintain, B: get you laid C: maintain it's value (newer cars depreciate in value like crazy)

here's one of my favs- the 62 lincoln... suicide doors, sweet lines, etc. it was the car that morpheus and co rolled in in the first matrix.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y198/bholdr/62lincoln.jpg

this particular one sold for 13k, you'd want to spend a couple more thousand on a stereo, some dice for the mirror, maybe some mods for a little more power, etc...

[ZeeJustin]

2003 Subaru WRX - too ugly
99 m3 - I think this is too expensive for something 6 years old, although it looks cool
BMW 330 Coupe - looks cool and is in my price range
Honda S2000 Convertible (2 seater) - looks cool and is in my price range, but i cant drive stick
Infinity G35 Coupe - looks cool and is in my price range
350 Z - looks cool and is in my price range
Chevy Corvette - a little out of my price range and isn't exactly my style
BMW Z3 - looks cool and is in my price range
2002 Lexus IS300 - doesn't look cool enough

So here are the cars i've liked so far
BMW 330 Coupe
Infinity G35 Coupe
350 Z
BMW Z3

Also, I would really appreciate some advice on how to go about buying one of these. Is Carmax the best way to go?

[SpearsBritney]

[ QUOTE ]

350 Z - looks cool and is in my price range

[/ QUOTE ]

The Z makes it the obvious choice

[bholdr]

here's a filthy one, the 62 convertable- the car that JFK was shot in.

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y198/bholdr/62lincolnconvertable.jpg

[ZeeJustin]

[ QUOTE ]
get a classic.

[/ QUOTE ]

No thank you.

[Patrick del Poker Grande]

[ QUOTE ]
2003 Subaru WRX - too ugly
99 m3 - I think this is too expensive for something 6 years old, although it looks cool
BMW 330 Coupe - looks cool and is in my price range
Honda S2000 Convertible (2 seater) - looks cool and is in my price range, but i cant drive stick
Infinity G35 Coupe - looks cool and is in my price range
350 Z - looks cool and is in my price range
Chevy Corvette - a little out of my price range and isn't exactly my style
BMW Z3 - looks cool and is in my price range
2002 Lexus IS300 - doesn't look cool enough

So here are the cars i've liked so far
BMW 330 Coupe
Infinity G35 Coupe
350 Z
BMW Z3

Also, I would really appreciate some advice on how to go about buying one of these. Is Carmax the best way to go?

[/ QUOTE ]
Go with the G35 Coupe for sure. If for some stupid reason you must pick something else from this list, then the Z is 2nd, followed by the 330 and then the Z3.

I'll second Duke's comment about how none of these cars are actually going to turn many heads in L.A. I guess they'll get you to a 'respectable' level, at least. If you really want to stand out, you're going to have to get something more unique - maybe some sort of classic car and fix it up.

[fsuplayer]

a 2002 M3 (new body style) is right around $30k, and a great looking car. I almost got one, but decided to wait til I am out of tallahassee to get a nice ride.

the g35 is cool too.

[bholdr]

how about a more modern classic... IMO, the sexiest car you can get for under 20k:

http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y198/bholdr/corrado.jpg

corrado. this thing would probably run about 12-16k, and it''s gonna blow the doors off of a Z3

[tbach24]

Agreed, his best bet is to get Thirst to fix up his interior.

"Didn't your momma teach you nothing? It's the inside that counts"

[Patrick del Poker Grande]

This will not turn the heads of the people he wants to turn heads.

[shadow29]

http://www.autobischof.ch/images-2004/audi-tt-coupe-2004-800x479.jpg

or

http://i14.ebayimg.com/01/i/03/2d/5c/31_12_sb.JPG

I like the old 911s (like 95) and am quite partial to green.

The TT is nice too.

[SpearsBritney]

[ QUOTE ]
a 2002 M3 (new body style) is right around $30k, and a great looking car. I almost got one, but decided to wait til I am out of tallahassee to get a nice ride.

the g35 is cool too.

[/ QUOTE ]

Agreed, if you can get an M3 in good condition in your price range, get that above all else.

[Patrick del Poker Grande]

We already discussed this (http://forumserver.twoplustwo.com/showflat.php?Cat=&Board=exchange&Number=2306343&Fo rum=f20&Words=%2BTT%20%2Bgirl%20-re&Searchpage=0&Limit=25&Main=2306343&Search=true& where=bodysub&Name=&daterange=1&newerval=2&newerty pe=m&olderval=&oldertype=&bodyprev=#Post2306343). Don't do it.

[Patrick del Poker Grande]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
a 2002 M3 (new body style) is right around $30k, and a great looking car. I almost got one, but decided to wait til I am out of tallahassee to get a nice ride.

the g35 is cool too.

[/ QUOTE ]

Agreed, if you can get an M3 in good condition in your price range, get that above all else.

[/ QUOTE ]

[SippinSoma]

[ QUOTE ]
2003 Subaru WRX - too ugly
99 m3 - I think this is too expensive for something 6 years old, although it looks cool
BMW 330 Coupe - looks cool and is in my price range
Honda S2000 Convertible (2 seater) - looks cool and is in my price range, but i cant drive stick
Infinity G35 Coupe - looks cool and is in my price range
350 Z - looks cool and is in my price range
Chevy Corvette - a little out of my price range and isn't exactly my style
BMW Z3 - looks cool and is in my price range
2002 Lexus IS300 - doesn't look cool enough

So here are the cars i've liked so far
BMW 330 Coupe
Infinity G35 Coupe
350 Z
BMW Z3

Also, I would really appreciate some advice on how to go about buying one of these. Is Carmax the best way to go?

[/ QUOTE ]

Learning how to will go a great distance after you've turned their neck.

[JackWilson]

[ QUOTE ]
http://www.autobischof.ch/images-2004/audi-tt-coupe-2004-800x479.jpg

or

http://i14.ebayimg.com/01/i/03/2d/5c/31_12_sb.JPG

I like the old 911s (like 95) and am quite partial to green.

The TT is nice too.

[/ QUOTE ]

I didn't know he was gay.

[gorgeous]

Hold up. Is this going to be your first car? If so, get a cheapo.

[bholdr]

I aggree with the M3- but if you get one you MUST learn how to drive a stick. an automatic M3 is PATHETIC.

ZERO respect to anyone that drives an automatic BMW.

[tbach24]

[ QUOTE ]
Hold up. Is this going to be your first car? If so, get a cheapo.

[/ QUOTE ]

I'm pretty sure that ZJ is too much of a baller to get a cheapo.

[SippinSoma]

Use Autotrader.com to shop for cars in your local area.

Oh yeah,

http://www.kontradictions.com/thegene/g351.jpg
http://www.kontradictions.com/thegene/g353.jpg

THREAD OVER.

[ZeeJustin]

[ QUOTE ]
Hold up. Is this going to be your first car? If so, get a cheapo.

[/ QUOTE ]

No. I've been driving since I was 16. I had a '99 civic.

[JackWilson]

WTF is that, is that a Nissan?

[SippinSoma]

Infiniti G35 Coupe.

[SpearsBritney]

G35, and it's absolutely sick!

[shadow29]

[ QUOTE ]
I didn't know he was gay.

[/ QUOTE ]

You guys can say what you will about the tt, but I still think that it's a fine car (and not just for women).

Not sure how you can call a 911 gay, but ok.

[JackWilson]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
I didn't know he was gay.

[/ QUOTE ]

You guys can say what you will about the tt, but I still think that it's a fine car (and not just for women).

Not sure how you can call a 911 gay, but ok.

[/ QUOTE ]

I was referring to the TT. I'm gay, and even I think that [censored] is too gay to drive.

(BTW, I love 911s)

[ethan]

[ QUOTE ]
Infiniti G35 Coupe.

[/ QUOTE ]

You happen to know what body kit that is? A friend of mine's buying one of these soon, and I need to convince him to do that to it.

[ethan]

[ QUOTE ]
Go with the G35 Coupe for sure. If for some stupid reason you must pick something else from this list, then the Z is 2nd, followed by the 330 and then the Z3.

I'll second Duke's comment about how none of these cars are actually going to turn many heads in L.A. I guess they'll get you to a 'respectable' level, at least. If you really want to stand out, you're going to have to get something more unique - maybe some sort of classic car and fix it up.

[/ QUOTE ]

This is all correct. If you can get a newish M3 that's still in good shape, I'd go with that over any of these.

[slickpoppa]

http://www.bttfmovie.com/modules/images/1985/large/1985_delorean_b.jpg

[SippinSoma]

[ QUOTE ]
You happen to know what body kit that is? A friend of mine's buying one of these soon, and I need to convince him to do that to it.

[/ QUOTE ]

Stock bumper with Illusion front lip and grille.

[SpearsBritney]

[ QUOTE ]
http://www.bttfmovie.com/modules/images/1985/large/1985_delorean_b.jpg

[/ QUOTE ]

I see where you're going with this. Buy car now for $200, then go back in time to when it was cool. GENIUS!

[DoubleClutch]

I'm confused. Are you looking for a luxury (4 door) for 20-25k or a sports coupe for 30k+? If you're looking for a luxury car in the mid-20's i'd look into the Acura TSX. If that's not the case, Any of the above mentioned cars are great. However, I prefer the S2000 or 350Z. Also, driving an automatic in any one of the above mentioned cars is an insult they're meant for the 6-speeds.

[this guy]

[ QUOTE ]
Use Autotrader.com to shop for cars in your local area.

Oh yeah,

http://www.kontradictions.com/thegene/g351.jpg
http://www.kontradictions.com/thegene/g353.jpg

THREAD OVER.

[/ QUOTE ]

That is one ugly G35.

[brassnuts]

Anyone know how a G35 coupe's engine handle a turbo/super charger?

[SippinSoma]

Greddy makes a twin turbo kit for the G35/350Z. ~350 HP to the wheels I think.

[KaneKungFu123]

hey zee,

are you going to school in california?

is a large portion of your income coming from playing life games there?

if not, why the hell do you want to live in the most expensive city in the States when your income comes from the internet. take a look at how much youre going to be spending in the future. for what?

i cant comment on the quality of life in california, but it just seems like a bad move, and now buying a luxury car, come on man, these arent good investments.

before you were in europe. i thought that was awesome. you could've wound up in spain and lived there cheaply, and did visa runs into tangiers and traveled through africa, the med, europe, etc.



[ QUOTE ]
Ok, I know nothing about cars. Some guy asked me why I don't just get a viper, and I responded that I dont even know what a viper is. I know nothing.

I just moved to LA a week ago, and I desperately need a car to get around. I'm aiming for the $20,000 - $25,000 price range, although I could be suckered into paying as much as $30,000.

I think I want a luxury car (definately not a jeep or suv or anything like that). I'm under the impression that anything new will be way out of my price range, so something used that's 2-4 years old will be fine.

I'll be blunt. I want something that will impress girls, something that a 19 year old girl would look twice when she sees a 19 year old guy driving it.

Not only do I know nothing about cars, I know nothing about buying them. Is carmax a good place to buy one? I don't even know how that works really.

I want something small and compact. I listen to music all the time and play it very loud, so a decent sound system is important too. Other than that, looks are the only other important thing. I don't really like weird looking cars. I probably want it either black or silver, but like I said, I do want something that can potentially turn heads.

Any and all advice is appreciated.
-TIA
-ZJ

[/ QUOTE ]

[loudog]

i cant comment on the quality of life in california, but it just seems like a bad move, and now buying a luxury car, come on man, these arent good investments.

hes 19 and makes more than 95%+ of americans. let him enjoy his money. why this fear that the net games are gonna sour? worst case, he ends up grinding it out at the commerce in the 40/80 game. there are much worse fates in life.

[JoeC]

Justin, I'm in the process of getting a car too. I seriously think used cars are such better values than new ones. Get a late model Lexus ES 300 or maybe an Infiniti G35. Actually, the G35 has much more head-turning potential than the Lexus. You could probably find a 1 to 2 year old G35 in the 25K range.

[ChoicestHops]

Get a 350Z or a G35. They are in your price range and are very clean. Forget a Z3, it's a BMW chick car.

[EliteNinja]

Nissan R34 Skyline GT-R V-Spec II.

[gvibes]

[ QUOTE ]
Nissan R34 Skyline GT-R V-Spec II.

[/ QUOTE ]
He's not asian.

[BusterStacks]

I recommend an Acura 3.2 TL. It sounds like exactly what you are looking for.

[gorgeous]

[ QUOTE ]
I recommend an Acura 3.2 TL. It sounds like exactly what you are looking for.

[/ QUOTE ]

He wants to turn heads, not retire.

[BusterStacks]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
I recommend an Acura 3.2 TL. It sounds like exactly what you are looking for.

[/ QUOTE ]

He wants to turn heads, not retire.

[/ QUOTE ]

You are dumb.

[Boris]

I think the Volkswagon Cabriolet would be perfect for you.

[billyjex]

he's 19 and is making more money than all of us did at 19 combined.

i think he can spend some money on a nice car and live in a nice area.

[Tyler Durden]

http://harland-williams.net/dumb/dumb03.jpg

You must get this car.

[KaneKungFu123]

[ QUOTE ]
he's 19 and is making more money than all of us did at 19 combined.

i think he can spend some money on a nice car and live in a nice area.

[/ QUOTE ]

to each his own.

[thatpfunk]

Audi A4. Won't look like you're trying too hard, nice and clean looking, runs well. Will "impress" most girls (simply because your car is not a piece of junk). It's already been said: In LA without dropping some serious money, your car won't turn many heads.

http://www.carphotoalbums.com/photos/data/567/0a4-avant-front_gr.jpg

[KaneKungFu123]

[ QUOTE ]
http://harland-williams.net/dumb/dumb03.jpg

You must get this car.

[/ QUOTE ]

have you seen dumber and dumberer, and if so, what did you think about it?

[Tyler Durden]

no i didn't see it. looked like a DUMB movie. anyway why are you asking me a question that doesn't have anything to do w/ the shaggin wagon?

p.s. don't you owe money for that haiku contest? you should be paying that instead of asking me stupid questions. but no offense.

[NLSoldier]

[ QUOTE ]
but i cant drive stick

[/ QUOTE ]

Learn, its not hard.

Seriously, getting one of these sweet cars (especially the more sporty ones) would be incredibly lame if you got a manual.

[KaneKungFu123]

why should i pay that?

[ QUOTE ]
no i didn't see it. looked like a DUMB movie. anyway why are you asking me a question that doesn't have anything to do w/ the shaggin wagon?

p.s. don't you owe money for that haiku contest? you should be paying that instead of asking me stupid questions. but no offense.

[/ QUOTE ]

[ShawnHoo]

Zee,

Get the 350Z. It's great -- I got a good deal at the Santa Monica dealership. All the "betties" love it, but more importantly, it's a hell of a lot of fun to drive.

Good to see more NoVa folks out here in SoCal (I'm from Annandale). You'll love it.

[BK_]

driving stick in traffic = horrible. plus cars like the automatic g35 have the triptronic (tiptronic) systems that are fun if you want to let it out

[Tyler Durden]

you said you'd pay the winner right? and then chose a winner and didn't pay him. so that's why.

[ethan]

[ QUOTE ]
driving stick in traffic = horrible. plus cars like the automatic g35 have the triptronic (tiptronic) systems that are fun if you want to let it out

[/ QUOTE ]

I live in LA, drive in traffic all the time, and am much happier with my manual transmission than I would be with an automatic. Seriously...the in-traffic part isn't bad, and the out-of-traffic part is so much nicer.

[JackThree]

import a silvia, sexy beasts those things are

[emonrad87]

Screw your price range and get one of these:

http://www.motordesktop.com/wallpaper/supercars/Porsche%20Carrera%20GT%202%20-%201024x768.jpg

http://www.seriouswheels.com/pics-pqr/Porsche-Carrera-GT-Engine.jpg

[ethan]

[ QUOTE ]
Screw your price range and get one of these:

[/ QUOTE ]

I'm not entirely sure he should learn to drive stick in a car with a $30,000 transmission /images/graemlins/smile.gif (Give or take. They did some very fancy stuff to make it small enough.)

But the carrera gt's a good option. Maybe upgrade to it in a year or so.

[Talk2BigSteve]

http://www.classbenz.com/cameo325cicblu01.jpg

EBay Beamer (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6007&item=45510581 76&rd=1)

This perticular one is in Beverly Hills and only has 38,900 miles on it.

My Suggestion is pick the car type that you like and search Ebay motors and then put in you zip code and it will only show the ones within 200 miles of you.

Big Steve /images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Talk2BigSteve]

http://i23.ebayimg.com/03/i/03/b5/b5/70_3.JPG

This one has only 35,500 miles on it, located in L.A.

Ebay Audi (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=5345&item=45507378 19&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)

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[Talk2BigSteve]

http://i16.ebayimg.com/03/a/03/dc/dd/37_4.JPG

42K original miles.

EBay Farrari (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=6212&item=45501217 85&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVW)

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[zephed56]

[ QUOTE ]
Some guy asked me why I don't just get a viper, and I responded that I dont even know what a viper is

[/ QUOTE ]
Well let me be the first to show you.

Viper Burnout (http://www.pepcars.de/race/sound/movies/viper.mpeg)

http://members.aol.com/VIPER113/pics/2003topfront.jpg

[SippinSoma]

Anyone who complains about driving stick in traffic is a girly man.

[daryn]

yeah.. i REALLLLLLY wish i had to shift all the time. that would be awesome. too bad i am stuck driving an automatic... SIGH /images/graemlins/frown.gif /images/graemlins/frown.gif /images/graemlins/frown.gif

[Non_Comformist]

Driving stick shift is lots of fun, until you want to do something like hold a drink while driving.

[smokingrobot]

if you can spring for it, you could probably pick up a 2004 used STi, which is the WRX except more better.

i.e. 300 hp (fast)

except: no sound system

however i wouldnt have gone with the factory system anyway if sound is important to you.

[zephed56]

[ QUOTE ]
Driving stick shift is lots of fun, until you want to do something like hold a drink while driving.

[/ QUOTE ]
Use your left leg while it's not on the clutch to move the steering wheel, right leg for gas, left arm for the drink (maybe a spare finger or two on the wheel), and right to shift. When you need to shift just let your left leg off of the wheel, again 1-2 spare fingers from the left hand on the wheel.

Pretty simple actually. /images/graemlins/grin.gif

[rwesty]

I was in a car where the driver was literally eating a bowl of soup, talking on the phone, shifting and weaving through traffic all at the same time. You can do virtually everything you can with an automatic once you get used to driving a manual, although once or twice there was some help from the passenger. Learn how to drive one, it won't take long.

[thatpfunk]

[ QUOTE ]
yeah.. i REALLLLLLY wish i had to shift all the time. that would be awesome. too bad i am stuck driving an automatic... SIGH

[/ QUOTE ]

Yeah, I hate having complete conrtol of my car and getting great gas mileage.

[JackWilson]

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yeah.. i REALLLLLLY wish i had to shift all the time. that would be awesome. too bad i am stuck driving an automatic... SIGH /images/graemlins/frown.gif /images/graemlins/frown.gif /images/graemlins/frown.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Having driven both, I must say driving a manual (or stick as you say) is so much more fun than automatic. In South Africa the standard is manual and driving automatics is the exception. You just have to get used to it. Seriously.

[fsuplayer]

[ QUOTE ]
I aggree with the M3- but if you get one you MUST learn how to drive a stick. an automatic M3 is PATHETIC.

ZERO respect to anyone that drives an automatic BMW.

[/ QUOTE ]

this is just absurd. the M3 has the best automatic transmission on the market in the SMG. not even ferrari's FI cluthless automatic touches it.

you can drive it like a full auto. or like a reg. manual, depending on your mood. and it shifts faster than a person could ever try.

go to the M3 forums, half the people on there have the SMG and love it.

sounds like the perfect answer for his inability to drive stick, as well as driving in traffic alot.



btw buster- nice pick with the acura TL. one of my fav. cars on the road. such a nice overall package.

[bd8802]

Lexus IS300
BMW 325
Benz C320 Coupe
Audi A4

I am leaning towards the Lexus IS300 right now myself. You can find a 2002 for around $25,000. It holds its value as well as the BMW and Benz. It is just a slick looking car.

[AviD]

[ QUOTE ]
The drummer just graduated from BC or BU (forget which) majoring in film.

[/ QUOTE ]

[ QUOTE ]

Naturally, LA has the best job prospects for him

[/ QUOTE ]

Film...LA...19 year old looking for hot 19 year old girls...porn...poker.

Yep, it's confirmed...ZeeJustin is big pimpin'

[Shajen]

[ QUOTE ]
I recommend an Acura 3.2 TL. It sounds like exactly what you are looking for.

[/ QUOTE ]

This was what I thought before I read the replies.

Buster is correct. The TL is nice and clean, sporty, and not too expensive.

If I were buying a sporty car, this would be the one.

[WEASEL45]

I live in LA and have a 2003 G35 coupe i want to sell

[daryn]

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yeah.. i REALLLLLLY wish i had to shift all the time. that would be awesome. too bad i am stuck driving an automatic... SIGH

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Yeah, I hate having complete conrtol of my car and getting great gas mileage.

[/ QUOTE ]

OH YEAH! I HAVE COMPLETE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE! I'M A MANS MAN. I'M AN IDIOT.

[Daliman]

I REALLY wanted a mini cooper until Antonio Esfandiari Said they are NOT rocks and rings....

[WC64]

MAZDA RX-8

[gorgeous]

[ QUOTE ]
MAZDA RX-8

[/ QUOTE ]

Drive this, then drive the other cars listed in this thread and you will not want an RX8.

[thatpfunk]

[ QUOTE ]

OH YEAH! I HAVE COMPLETE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE! I'M A MANS MAN. I'M AN IDIOT

[/ QUOTE ]

Are you attempting to infer you don't have more control over your car when you are driving a manual transmission? If so, you're wrong.

It has nothing to do with "being a man." I won't say it doesn't make driving more enjoyable (because it does) but there are other issues. It is ignorant to think otherwise.

[fsuplayer]

results?

I hope it's better than Eugene's new ride.

[Riskwise]

[ QUOTE ]
A lot of guys have Acuras. Look at those perhaps. You can get them under $30k no problem, even new.

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http://img92.imageshack.us/img92/4224/rsx1kx.jpg

[ZeeJustin]

[ QUOTE ]
results?

I hope it's better than Eugene's new ride.

[/ QUOTE ]

I bought a 2003 Infinit G35 Coupe from Ebay, and I'm very happy with it and got it at a great price.

[FatalError]

Justin, I'm 21... I make alot but probably not as much as you... just do what i did and spring for the god damn BMW

I Got a 330Ci SMG fully loaded leather, nav, the works for 47k... 10k down 710$ a month 60 months (paying it off way sooner than that though)

BMW is where it's at and i recommend you get it soon as the E46 model line is going out and i don't like the E90 coupes as much personally (thats a general bimmer nut sentiment also)

I'd go so far to say you should just get an M3, interlagod blue, cinnimon leather with SMG... it's 60 dimes and honestly if you can't get laid in that thing you have problems

Honestly... that car is so hot it makes me sad i did'nt get it

[Ogre]

Should have got a Mazda Rx8
http://passiondesign.ifrance.com/voitures/mazda/rx8-4.jpg
http://passiondesign.ifrance.com/voitures/mazda/rx8-6.jpg
http://passiondesign.ifrance.com/voitures/mazda/rx8-3.jpg
http://www.familycar.com/RoadTests/MazdaRX8/Images2004/Interior.jpg

[FatalError]

Eww japanese cars sux0r

[ChoicestHops]

[ QUOTE ]
Eww japanese cars sux0r

[/ QUOTE ]

No they dont. The RX-8 isn't near the quality of the G35 though.

[phil_ivey_fan]

[ QUOTE ]
A used lexus (I don't know what model) would be good. They are reliable, nice looking, and have nice interiors.

[/ QUOTE ]

is300. sporty/luxury in one nice package. pop in an amp and subs and its even better.

[Rushmore]

[ QUOTE ]
either a new or used g35 coupe. at least test drive it, you dont be dissapointed. ive had the 3 series, lexus is300, and a g35, and the g35 is far and away the fastest and the best looking.

[/ QUOTE ]

I have driven each of these cars as well, and currently own a 2005 G35 sedan, which is easily my favorite of any of these.

For what Zee says he is looking for, I would suggest picking up a used, lowish mile Lexus, as it's definitely a flashier car (if not as nice a ride).

[DasLeben]

[ QUOTE ]
Eww japanese cars sux0r

[/ QUOTE ]

n00b

I'm partial to German cars, and your comment is still just wrong. /images/graemlins/wink.gif

Oh, to the guy that has a new BMW 330Ci: I just drove my bud's new 2006 325i (E90). That thing is amazing, and surprisingly nearly as fast as an E46 330. You should have held out for the E90. /images/graemlins/tongue.gif

[Indiana]

Justin,

Get yourself an Audi TT roadster and the ladies will see you as sophisticated rather than a gigolo.

Indy

[Benal]

An expert poker player such as yourself should drive an Audi S4.

[asofel]

nm

[nolanfan34]

Ha ha, no kidding, I was about to post that. I love when people respond to an over 100 post thread, without reading any of the responses first. Chances are, your suggestion may have already been mentioned.

[Patrick del Poker Grande]

[ QUOTE ]
Ha ha, no kidding, I was about to post that. I love when people respond to an over 100 post thread, without reading any of the responses first. Chances are, your suggestion may have already been mentioned.

[/ QUOTE ]
No, I definitely think he should get a G35. Also, Daryn really needs to either learn to drive a stick or get over his inadequacy issues over not being able to.

[Erik Blazynski]

19 year old girls have no idea how cool a subaru WRX is. Do not buy the WRX, chicks will think you're a dork.

Get yourself a 3 year old lexus, any lexus will do. Chicks dig the name..