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X-Runner
08-08-2008, 08:35 PM
I want a decent beater/daily driver. I dont like my Civic (94 LX) for a few reason, one being that its just so slow but I could live with that. I want something with a slightly nicer interior than a Civic and its a 4 door. Which is good for a daily I guess. But Id just rather have something else. So my plan is to fix the car back to stock for the most part and either sell it or trade it.

So Im looking for suggestions as to what you would get as a daily for $4000 or less. Thats my budget really because thats the most I think Ill get for the Civic.

So far Im looking at:

Volvo. Wagon prefered, but they are hard to come by cheap and in decent condition.

Ford Taurus, wagons included.

Audi A4/A6

Cadillac STS. Not a good choice though being an older/higher milage luxury car.
Aarantes22
08-08-2008, 08:37 PM
I would try and go for a audi or maybe like an older Jetta or Passat.
slostang
08-08-2008, 08:39 PM
my neighbor has a 96 civic ex coupe in mint condition with 130,000 miles for $1,950
X-Runner
08-08-2008, 08:41 PM
I dont want another Civic honestly. I dont know, kinda want to get away from Civics. Accord or 97+ Prelude would be the only Honda Id want again.
slostang
08-08-2008, 08:44 PM
this thing is fackin nice though. its completely different from a 94
Evil Goat
08-08-2008, 08:50 PM
im confused, why would you need a dd? does an xrunner really constitute needing one?
redrumracer
08-08-2008, 08:51 PM
get a maxima
OTG Signs
08-08-2008, 09:38 PM
Element. :)
FlipKing
08-08-2008, 10:12 PM
Get a new gen Celica, not fast, but I like em
redrumracer
08-08-2008, 10:25 PM
Get a new gen Celica, not fast, but I like em
the new gen celicas are nice, and surprising. but a lil costly.
BKgen®
08-08-2008, 11:17 PM
im confused, why would you need a dd? does an xrunner really constitute needing one?

ummm... :stupid:

:thinking:
X-Runner
08-08-2008, 11:40 PM
Nah, it really doesnt. But I want something else to daily, Ive got some plans for the X-Runner and Id rather not drive it 24/7.
BKgen®
08-08-2008, 11:44 PM
i've got plans for the tib, but i drive it everywhere lol.

so... if all you need is a daily, why not just keep the civic??

it's just a car to get you from point A to point B.
X-Runner
08-08-2008, 11:49 PM
I dont know... Ill keep it if I can sell it but I just really dont like driving the car for some reason. It was a clean car but I guess it just left a bad taste in my mouth with all the problems I had when I bought the car.
BlkCD5
08-08-2008, 11:51 PM
Why go with an Audi or Volvo? Don't you want the dd's maintenance cost to be low?
Arm&hammer
08-08-2008, 11:52 PM
you cant go wrong with a prelude
FlipKing
08-08-2008, 11:52 PM
Get an SE-R sentra :D
X-Runner
08-08-2008, 11:52 PM
Why go with an Audi or Volvo? Don't you want the dd's maintenance cost to be low?

Im a tech, get 10% over dealer cost and like 20%-30% discount at parts stores. Not real worried about it anyways.
Crazy Asian
08-09-2008, 12:04 AM
Man Im selling my Prelude soon cuz I hate it. LOL
LokiSays
08-09-2008, 12:47 AM
cant go wrong with a geo metro. :P
SixSquared
08-09-2008, 12:50 AM
I love my s13 DD. Perfect for me. But as mentioned before, even if parts costs are low for you, german engineering, while amazing at times, can be the most backwards crap in the world, and a pain to work on. Stick with something easy to work on and gentle on the wallet for insurance and gas.
slostang
08-09-2008, 01:01 AM
get a DSM, they are reliable :rolleyes:
SixSquared
08-09-2008, 01:10 AM
get a DSM, they are reliable :rolleyes:

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slostang
08-09-2008, 01:11 AM
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