Need a daily driver car soon!

Gunzero · 07-01-2010, 10:18 PM

I went looking for a car today and a 97 Miata (standard) sounds good

It's like 5k If i can bring it down to 2-3k then I'm getting it.

Zaggeron · 07-01-2010, 10:38 PM

FTW

Trips · 07-01-2010, 10:51 PM

Juleous · 07-01-2010, 11:08 PM

I have a toyota echo, peppy little car cheap on gas reliable too.

Jamaica · 07-01-2010, 11:35 PM

gotta drive it. no reason to have it as a garage queen.

initialgemini · 07-02-2010, 01:21 AM

When I initially bought the Z, it was going to be more of my fun car, while my DD was 2004 Civic Si. Now my civic sits in the garage while I drive my Z every day, Lol. I definitely understand where you are coming from in that you want a car that will be fun to drive so you'll take it instead of your Z.

I would go with a used SUV that you can find in manual like a 4runner or Jeep. I have bikes and other hobbies that need some good trunk space. If that's not your taste you can go with an e30/36 or subaru impreza rs.

Here's an article that might give you some ideas too:

Cheap Thrills: The 25 Best Low-Cost Hoonmobiles

Gunzero · 07-02-2010, 08:05 AM

^Thanks man!

john.com · 07-02-2010, 08:09 PM

'05-'06 altima...'03-'04 xterra...'07 versa...would all fit your budget. It all depends what you're looking for in the second vehicle???

mick · 09-09-2010, 07:20 PM

the garage queen:
2010 370z nismo

the daily driver:
2010 new beetle

i got the new beetle without test driving it. surprisingly, it's quite fun to drive (i got a manual trans. one). the stereo sure sounds a whole lot better than the one on my nismo.

90 ST · 09-09-2010, 07:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mick

the garage queen:
2010 370z nismo

the daily driver:
2010 new beetle

i got the new beetle without test driving it. surprisingly, it's quite fun to drive (i got a manual trans. one). the stereo sure sounds a whole lot better than the one on my nismo.

Sorry man, but you know how i know you'er gay?

90 ST · 09-09-2010, 07:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yellowZ

I'd just let the Z rack up the miles. What's the point otherwise? I bought my car to drive, not to sit...

Anyhow, I'd recommend an old compact pickup - versatility is unparalleled.
Kevin

X2!! Drive it...i've had mine since the end of April and have about 30,000kms on it, and i will have another 10,000 by the end of the month.

mick · 09-09-2010, 07:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 90 ST

Sorry man, but you know how i know you'er gay?

hehe. that's why i wanted to get the beetle

the reason being it has to be parked outside and we all know the cool kids won't mess with the car (since guys don't like it).

originally, i wanted to get a base camaro but i changed my mind after thinking about the consequences.

90 ST · 09-09-2010, 07:33 PM

Yeah if your going to get a Camaro it HAS to be an SS, the V6 is a chick car. Depending on the area i wouldn't leave a Nismo outside either.

mick · 09-09-2010, 07:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 90 ST

Yeah if your going to get a Camaro it HAS to be an SS, the V6 is a chick car. Depending on the area i wouldn't leave a Nismo outside either.

yep but getting an SS would defeat the purpose of getting a daily driver because it would be as expensive as the nismo

in my commute, i see most people would drive a mini van or a toyota prius. i am pretty sure, i am more happy driving the beetle (esp. since i don't like to drive automatic trans. cars)

fairladyZ34 · 09-09-2010, 07:50 PM

whatever it is if it aint got a HEMI it aint worth SH1T!!!!

07-01-2010, 10:18 PM	#31 (permalink)
Gunzero Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 889 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 259	I went looking for a car today and a 97 Miata (standard) sounds good It's like 5k If i can bring it down to 2-3k then I'm getting it. __________________

07-01-2010, 10:38 PM	#32 (permalink)
Zaggeron A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 1,951 Drives: '10 370ZR '13 BRZ Rep Power: 19	FTW __________________ 2010 Platinum Graphite 370z Roadster:Touring/Sport 2013 Subaru BRZ Limited

07-01-2010, 10:51 PM	#33 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland, Ca Posts: 8,732 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	__________________

07-02-2010, 01:21 AM	#36 (permalink)
initialgemini Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Irvine, CA Posts: 340 Drives: 2011 FX 35 Rep Power: 251	When I initially bought the Z, it was going to be more of my fun car, while my DD was 2004 Civic Si. Now my civic sits in the garage while I drive my Z every day, Lol. I definitely understand where you are coming from in that you want a car that will be fun to drive so you'll take it instead of your Z. I would go with a used SUV that you can find in manual like a 4runner or Jeep. I have bikes and other hobbies that need some good trunk space. If that's not your taste you can go with an e30/36 or subaru impreza rs. Here's an article that might give you some ideas too: Cheap Thrills: The 25 Best Low-Cost Hoonmobiles __________________ CY 370z \|Sports Package\| Berk CBE\| Berk High Flow Cats (awaiting install)\|BBS LM\|Eibach Pro-Kit Springs\|Stillen Sway Bars\|TWS Shift Knob\|B&M Short Shifter

07-02-2010, 08:05 AM	#37 (permalink)
Gunzero Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 889 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 259	^Thanks man! __________________

07-01-2010, 11:08 PM	#34 (permalink)
Juleous Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Nowhere Posts: 335 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 16	I have a toyota echo, peppy little car cheap on gas reliable too.

07-01-2010, 11:35 PM	#35 (permalink)
Jamaica A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: SoCal Posts: 15,362 Drives: Under boost Rep Power: 74	gotta drive it. no reason to have it as a garage queen.

07-02-2010, 08:09 PM	#38 (permalink)
john.com Base Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Music City, U.S.A. Posts: 4 Drives: Maxima Rep Power: 16	'05-'06 altima...'03-'04 xterra...'07 versa...would all fit your budget. It all depends what you're looking for in the second vehicle??? __________________ Only those who attempt the absurd will achieve the impossible. ~ Albert Einstein

09-09-2010, 07:20 PM	#39 (permalink)
mick Track Member Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: California Posts: 903 Drives: Used to drive a 370z Rep Power: 17	the garage queen: 2010 370z nismo the daily driver: 2010 new beetle i got the new beetle without test driving it. surprisingly, it's quite fun to drive (i got a manual trans. one). the stereo sure sounds a whole lot better than the one on my nismo.

09-09-2010, 07:33 PM	#43 (permalink)
90 ST A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: Calgary Posts: 1,861 Drives: 90 and 15 GMC Sierra Rep Power: 422	Yeah if your going to get a Camaro it HAS to be an SS, the V6 is a chick car. Depending on the area i wouldn't leave a Nismo outside either.

09-09-2010, 07:50 PM	#45 (permalink)
fairladyZ34 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Central NJ Posts: 1,577 Drives: 08 G37S Black M6 Rep Power: 19	whatever it is if it aint got a HEMI it aint worth SH1T!!!! __________________ From Z to G to BMW and back to a G! Nismo for life

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