03-18-2008, 05:33 PM
A list of cars that I find to be a steal of a bargain. I have found these cars both fun to drive and good for a few head turns around the right crowds. So if I had about 15K to spend on a ride it would go as follows:
1994 Porsche 968- Oh how long will the masses sleep on this Timeless beauty. The lines from bumper to bumper are artistic. And not just from the side, but every angle. I may argue that the car is sexiest viewing it from the 3rd story of a building, yes, It’s that good. Not to be taken lightly is the name of the manufacturer, The 968 is a Porsche! A company w/ a true racing heritage and a name that’s well respected. The engine is magnificent. Who would of thought that a NA 4cylinder producing 240HP could pull as strong as this one does? Wind it pass 4grand and the thrill of speed transfers through your nerve endings as you effortlessly slice through the wind at speeds of over 120MPH. The car also boast great comfort for all shapes and sizes. Simply perfect in both cab and coupe forms. It even has the best forum.
93 Mazda RX7 TT - Most Japanese sports cars lack driver car communication through the steering wheel, I found this to be the case with the supra, which I luv!, the MR2, 300 and 350 Zs. But Unlike the others Mazda got it right. IMO that car still looks good today. I think its a shame so many are kitted up to look like, well RICE. The light weight rotary turbo set up complements each other well. Its a true point and shoot car as I found out yanking it through corners in the back twisties of MD. The car is also rare, with a short production run and the Rotary engine makes it unique. A good looking car inside out, with good performance. One down side does come to mind, they have been known to catch fire, something to do w/ the vacuum lines.
BMW E36 M3- looks a little dated in 08 but the lines are nice nonetheless. i found the stock seats to be very comfortable, even for a big guy, and the fun factor brings nice grins. Add to that the support and mods available and you have a great fun affordable car.
Acura NSX- This isn't a budget car as the others are but a 94 can sell for about 15K and that’s a lot of car for the money. Well unless you’re talking speed. The good- This car still looks great today. VERY clean lines a good example of how a MR setup should look and perform. I've seen this car; even with its limited HP win many events (street fire.com). In the corners it’s simply brilliant! Very hard to out pace it.
Confession- I have only been in a 92 model and man was the power lacking. I realized that it feels fast because your so low to the ground and that every crack in the asphalt is magnified as this suspension was stiff. But run next to anything else in its class on a straight and your going to have a bad day, a very bad day! However, based on head turn ability and the all important fun factor. This car makes my list.
Look forward to your comments, especially if you’ve had 1st hand experience with the cars above.
David
1994 Porsche 968- Oh how long will the masses sleep on this Timeless beauty. The lines from bumper to bumper are artistic. And not just from the side, but every angle. I may argue that the car is sexiest viewing it from the 3rd story of a building, yes, It’s that good. Not to be taken lightly is the name of the manufacturer, The 968 is a Porsche! A company w/ a true racing heritage and a name that’s well respected. The engine is magnificent. Who would of thought that a NA 4cylinder producing 240HP could pull as strong as this one does? Wind it pass 4grand and the thrill of speed transfers through your nerve endings as you effortlessly slice through the wind at speeds of over 120MPH. The car also boast great comfort for all shapes and sizes. Simply perfect in both cab and coupe forms. It even has the best forum.
93 Mazda RX7 TT - Most Japanese sports cars lack driver car communication through the steering wheel, I found this to be the case with the supra, which I luv!, the MR2, 300 and 350 Zs. But Unlike the others Mazda got it right. IMO that car still looks good today. I think its a shame so many are kitted up to look like, well RICE. The light weight rotary turbo set up complements each other well. Its a true point and shoot car as I found out yanking it through corners in the back twisties of MD. The car is also rare, with a short production run and the Rotary engine makes it unique. A good looking car inside out, with good performance. One down side does come to mind, they have been known to catch fire, something to do w/ the vacuum lines.
BMW E36 M3- looks a little dated in 08 but the lines are nice nonetheless. i found the stock seats to be very comfortable, even for a big guy, and the fun factor brings nice grins. Add to that the support and mods available and you have a great fun affordable car.
Acura NSX- This isn't a budget car as the others are but a 94 can sell for about 15K and that’s a lot of car for the money. Well unless you’re talking speed. The good- This car still looks great today. VERY clean lines a good example of how a MR setup should look and perform. I've seen this car; even with its limited HP win many events (street fire.com). In the corners it’s simply brilliant! Very hard to out pace it.
Confession- I have only been in a 92 model and man was the power lacking. I realized that it feels fast because your so low to the ground and that every crack in the asphalt is magnified as this suspension was stiff. But run next to anything else in its class on a straight and your going to have a bad day, a very bad day! However, based on head turn ability and the all important fun factor. This car makes my list.
Look forward to your comments, especially if you’ve had 1st hand experience with the cars above.
David
