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ZeeingAround

08-02-2011 04:15 PM

I would get a Saturn sky with a v8. Looks nice, nimble and 400hp. A total sleeper that would track well.

nuTinmuch

08-02-2011 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert (Post 1241253)

I'm still LOL'ing at someone comparing a $50K Lotus to a Miata.

yeah man who compares a light roadster with an emphasis on handling over straight line speed to a light roadster with an emphasis on handling over straight line speed

ImportConvert

08-02-2011 08:17 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad (Post 1241515)

Daisuke, we'll just have to agree to disagree. You make fine points, but I still like what a Miata gets you for 25k. I'd get one for 15k and spend the rest modding it.

But it's all good. And I agree that a G8 would be hella fun and roomy.

I kindof disagree. I would no way spend $25K on a miata. I would buy a used Z06 and have a helluva lot more fun. Or any number of other cars.

The beauty of the Miata is that it can be had in good shape for $5K and you can beat the piss out of it, slide it all over the parking-lot through the cones, and not care about smearing the fenders with them when you run them over.

The G8 is a nice car. I raced one once and it surprised me (lowered and had Magnaflow. It performed equal to my WS6 and all the C5 'vettes I had raced, in a straight line.).

Brazilbro

08-02-2011 10:18 PM

nsx

ImportConvert

08-02-2011 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by nuTinmuch (Post 1242122)

yeah man who compares a light roadster with an emphasis on handling over straight line speed to a light roadster with an emphasis on handling over straight line speed

Right. So lets just compare it to the GT2-RS, then.

Red__Zed

08-02-2011 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert (Post 1242556)

Right. So lets just compare it to the GT2-RS, then.

I mean, 25k to 45k is not that far...

...I guess it is a little far-fetched...like cross-shopping a 370z and a Z06...:bowrofl:

ImportConvert

08-03-2011 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Red__Zed (Post 1242562)

I mean, 25k to 45k is not that far...

...I guess it is a little far-fetched...like cross-shopping a 370z and a Z06...:bowrofl:

I had a budget of 80K and was looking at all angles. This is like if I had a budget of 40K and was cross-shopping a Z06. Total 180*.

Actually, I'm still shopping the 370Z. Just waiting for the platform to mature and then I will probably down-size, move, and trade in the Z06 for one. Love the car, just waiting to see where Nissan is going to take the powerplant.

Rooster89

08-03-2011 05:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Brazilbro (Post 1242550)

nsx

SAme. for 25k its prolly the most amazing sports car for the price. not the fastest, but downright amazing. if it was well maintained. who wouldn't want a supercar for 25k?

ImportConvert

08-03-2011 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Rooster89 (Post 1242728)

SAme. for 25k its prolly the most amazing sports car for the price. not the fastest, but downright amazing. if it was well maintained. who wouldn't want a supercar for 25k?

+1, the NSX has a lot of history, engineering, and most important was MADE TO BE DRIVEN. I retract my C5Z06 plan. NSX FTW!

shadoquad

08-03-2011 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Rooster89 (Post 1242728)

SAme. for 25k its prolly the most amazing sports car for the price. not the fastest, but downright amazing. if it was well maintained. who wouldn't want a supercar for 25k?

First you have to find one in decent condition. You're probably looking at an early 90s model if you do. It could be a fantastic toy for that money, but how expensive to maintain, and how frequently can you expect a 20 yr old car to break down?

That said, if you're passionate about turning wrenches, maybe this is the way to go. And that's not a slam. Some folks love project cars. If I was into that, a 91 NSX would be great! But I'd rather have modern tech and less garage time.

Red__Zed

08-03-2011 08:12 AM

Yeah, NSx would be a bitch. You could find a decent 93 or so, but not worth it to me

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