Need a car for under $3,500 (suggestions)

[FTMFW]

Well I'm looking for a car for under $3,500. Keep in mind this is gonna be a daily driver but I don't want something slow as sh1t. I've always wanted a 240sx so you don't have to mention that (p.s. if you have one for sale let me know). So all I need is suggestions on what I can get for the money.

[FTMFW]

Well I'm looking for a car for under $3,500. Keep in mind this is gonna be a daily driver but I don't want something slow as sh1t. I've always wanted a 240sx so you don't have to mention that (p.s. if you have one for sale let me know). So all I need is suggestions on what I can get for the money.

[Blitanicle99]

For 3500 bucks

EG Civic
240sx
Mazda Rx7 FC
BMW E30
Jetta Mk2 Mk3
Integra
Foxbody Mustang


My suggestion?

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/998306308.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/ctd/985236384.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/997074329.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/997283013.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/972881656.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/993327969.html (know the guy personally, and driven the car)

[IndianStig]

ummm, well then get a 240sx if thats what you really wanna do dumbass, there are a few on this forum for you for that price

[PSINXS]

under 3500 and not slow? 1g turbo eclipse.

[FTMFW]

For 3500 bucks

EG Civic
240sx
Mazda Rx7 FC
BMW E30
Jetta Mk2 Mk3
Integra
Foxbody Mustang


My suggestion?

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/998306308.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/ctd/985236384.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/997074329.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/997283013.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/972881656.html

http://atlanta.craigslist.org/cto/993327969.html (know the guy personally, and driven the car)

Not really into the older Jettas, the mustangs or the bmw's.

But :eek: at the 240.

On the other hand, I was thinking of maybe getting a newer BMW and puttting $3500 down and paying for the rest monthly. Would that be a good idea or? Keep in mind that I work at QuikTrip and I only get $10/hour.
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=257141919&dealer_id=2087795&car_year=2000&rdm=1232339022874&model=&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=2000&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=2&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=25&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&sownerid=96678&showZipError=n&make=BMW&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&body_style=COUPE&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=2&sort_type=priceDESC&address=30044&advanced=&end_year=2000&doors=&transmission=&max_price=&cardist=12&standard=false

Edit: And keep in mind that I also have a girlfriend :doh:

[FTMFW]

ummm, well then get a 240sx if thats what you really wanna do dumbass, there are a few on this forum for you for that price

Okay Captain Obvious. I was just asking for some more suggestions.

[FTMFW]

under 3500 and not slow? 1g turbo eclipse.

Thanks I will look into those. Reps.

[gtrmonkey]

FC Turbo. 240z then do an Rb20det swap. Rolla GTS (slow but ballin). Conqest.

[Maniacc]

You should buy this 240sx (http://www.importatlanta.com/forums/showthread.php?t=193914).

[BKgen®]

kia.




lol.

[FTMFW]

You should buy this 240sx (http://www.importatlanta.com/forums/showthread.php?t=193914).

Looks sweet but too many miles for me.

On the other hand, I was thinking of maybe getting a newer BMW and puttting $3500 down and paying for the rest monthly. Would that be a good idea or? Keep in mind that I work at QuikTrip and I only get $10/hour. And I also have a girlfriend to support even though she has her own job and her own money :doh:
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...&standard=false (http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=257141919&dealer_id=2087795&car_year=2000&rdm=1232339022874&model=&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=2000&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=2&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=25&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&sownerid=96678&showZipError=n&make=BMW&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&body_style=COUPE&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=2&sort_type=priceDESC&address=30044&advanced=&end_year=2000&doors=&transmission=&max_price=&cardist=12&standard=false)

[FTMFW]

kia.




lol.

Lol good one. :tongue1:

[Motivation]

under 3500 and not slow? 1g turbo eclipse.


Good luck with that one for a daily... lol, if you look into one of these, then make sure it is maintained meticulously. (SP?)


I would just go through the FS section and look at what options you have from here... a few good deals are in there.

[j0nbunklah0m]

i think u can find a swapped civic for around that price. they're decently fast/reliable/ and easy to work on

[FTMFW]

On the other hand, I was thinking of maybe getting a newer BMW and puttting $3500 down and paying for the rest monthly. Would that be a good idea or? Keep in mind that I work at QuikTrip and I only get $10/hour. And I also have a girlfriend to support even though she has her own job and her own money
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=257141919&dealer_id=2087795&car_year=2000&rdm=1232339022874&model=&num_records=25&systime=&make2=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=2000&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=2&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=25&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&sownerid=96678&showZipError=n&make=BMW&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=&body_style=COUPE&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=&style_flag=2&sort_type=priceDESC&address=30044&advanced=&end_year=2000&doors=&transmission=&max_price=&cardist=12&standard=false

What about that?

[Blitanicle99]

Honestly payments suck. Your buying a 3500 dollar car. Not a monthly bill. It would be much better just to spend 3500 bucks and buy it cash, put the rest in the bank if something goes wrong, or if you want to change or modify it. I never make payments on cars. I buy shit cash.

[Catnip]

I have a buddy selling a nice LS swapped EG hatch, real Si as well, has GSR blades, mint interior, etc.
I think he wants 3500 or 3000. PM me for his number if you might be interested.

[FTMFW]

Honestly payments suck. Your buying a 3500 dollar car. Not a monthly bill. It would be much better just to spend 3500 bucks and buy it cash, put the rest in the bank if something goes wrong, or if you want to change or modify it. I never make payments on cars. I buy shit cash.

I see where you're coming from but that bimmer looks so BALLER :cry: lol. But naw seriously I just want something that's comfortable enough to drive everyday and not too slow. You're suggestions were pretty good actually and I might look into some of those cars and see what else I can find. Thanks again

[FTMFW]

I have a buddy selling a nice LS swapped EG hatch, real Si as well, has GSR blades, mint interior, etc.
I think he wants 3500 or 3000. PM me for his number if you might be interested.

You haz PM

[Blitanicle99]

Eh, just been in your boat plenty of times. I generally have my toy or tuner car in that price range so I am always browsing around looking my next project. That 240 is maddd clean!

[FTMFW]

Wish I had time for a project! Yeah it looks like it. I might go check it out tomorrow or something since I probably won't have anything to do.

[chinitoxamor]

suggestion, my brother's got a 87 supra, needs new cat. converter and minor parts... like light bulbs, lug nut, new battery cable.... $1000 and its yours. its in running conditions, new tires, oil and oil filter, K&N intake.

[Me86Rob]

how about my Z31. 170k. john at Zero garage said it was the healthiest Z31 hes seen. 2k and its urs. headers, short throw, 10x better than a 240. pm me

[David88vert]

Late model Mustang. Easy to get cheap, parts are always available. RWD = more fun than FWD.

[4dmin]

i have a nice clean miata for sale 3k check your PMs

[ksniperfox]

Late model Mustang. Easy to get cheap, parts are always available. RWD = more fun than FWD.



lol good luck finding any fox, or any mid 90s mustang that hasnt been molested.


not to say they dont exist, but anybody who has a clean fox or latter year, probably isnt dumb enough to sell it for that cheap.

[FTMFW]

suggestion, my brother's got a 87 supra, needs new cat. converter and minor parts... like light bulbs, lug nut, new battery cable.... $1000 and its yours. its in running conditions, new tires, oil and oil filter, K&N intake.

Not really a fan of those older Supra's but got any pics?

[FTMFW]

how about my Z31. 170k. john at Zero garage said it was the healthiest Z31 hes seen. 2k and its urs. headers, short throw, 10x better than a 240. pm me

:2up: for talking down on 240's! Lol jk man but yeah send me some pics through pm.

[Ed]

no need to make two threads about it.

both threads merged.

[FTMFW]

i have a nice clean miata for sale 3k check your PMs

Pm'ed back.

[FTMFW]

no need to make two threads about it.

both threads merged.

Sorry I thought it was in the wrong section at first.

[Ed]

no worries. it's a quick fix.

[OneSlow5pt0]

Late model Mustang. Easy to get cheap, parts are always available. RWD = more fun than FWD.

maybe a mid-late 80s mustangs.....or a 3rd gen camaro/firebird.

[FTMFW]

maybe a mid-late 80s mustangs.....or a 3rd gen camaro/firebird.

For a daily driver? That would waste too much gas.

[OneSlow5pt0]

For a daily driver? That would waste too much gas.

its not that bad,i get bout 18 city 28 hwy with a automatic

[FTMFW]

How do 3000gt's compare to other cars? I was thinking about a base model or an SL.

[Hey You!]

LOL I thought you didn't like hondas? Damn You! lol

[OneSlow5pt0]

How do 3000gt's compare to other cars? I was thinking about a base model or an SL.

slow,heavy and unreliable.

[Hey You!]

^Thats what I told him. He likes 240's cuz he wants to be like Every other gay guy on the streets. :)

[Hey You!]

For 3500 bucks

EG Civic
240sx
Mazda Rx7 FC
BMW E30
Jetta Mk2 Mk3
Integra
Foxbody Mustang



x2. I KNOW you liked mine! :cry: :ninja:

[OneSlow5pt0]

x2. I KNOW you liked mine! :cry: :ninja:

well if he thinks my camaro gets bad gas milage,he deff doesnt want a RX-7

[FTMFW]

LOL I thought you didn't like hondas? Damn You! lol

I don't...? Which is why I'm not getting one. NERMIN :lmfao: I feel a ban coming.

[Arm&hammer]

just get a swapped civic.
you can usually find them under 3500 in good condition.

[FTMFW]

^Thats what I told him. He likes 240's cuz he wants to be like Every other gay guy on the streets. :)

What's the ratio of honda's to 240's on the street? Like 10:1? I'd rather have a 100hp+ RWD car than a 100hp- FWD car any day.

[Hey You!]

I don't...? Which is why I'm not getting one. NERMIN :lmfao: I feel a ban coming.

Evan Said his friend has a Ls Swapped EG and you said he "haz" a PM lol..x2 on ban lol

[FTMFW]

Evan Said his friend has a Ls Swapped EG and you said he "haz" a PM lol..x2 on ban lol

Okay.....? What's your point?

[Hey You!]

Okay.....? What's your point?


LOL. You pm'd him. That means you were interested? And then you said you WOULDN'T own/buy a honda. Why did you PM him? To waste his time?:lmfao:

[green91]

i got a 91 ef turbo ill sell for the right price.

[David88vert]

lol good luck finding any fox, or any mid 90s mustang that hasnt been molested.


not to say they dont exist, but anybody who has a clean fox or latter year, probably isnt dumb enough to sell it for that cheap.
Hell, I have a 99 for less than $3K right now for sale. I passed on another last week. I passed on 3 Foxbodys that were stock and under $2K recently also. There are plenty of them. I might be picking up an all-stock low-mile '85 soon also.

[ranger250x]

quite a few foxes and SN95's on craigslist that can be had for just a little more than 3500. there are also some that are 3000-3500 that could use a little fixing up.

[fredy123]

You could probably buy a rex and swapp in a GSR with 3500!! Fast and clean!! Plus you got room for your girlfreind:D how cool is that..

[01CDMLUDER]

you should get this TRIVIC it's only $2999 lol here's the link TRIVIC (http://houston.craigslist.org/cto/994000241.html)
http://i496.photobucket.com/albums/rr326/zulqi-shah/6.jpg

[DeeAOne]

Edit: And keep in mind that I also have a girlfriend :doh:that changes EVERYTHING. lol