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    Default $1,000 Car Search Challenge

    Moderately fun, RWD, & driveable...not for me but just a general challenge to see what can be found. Obviously it's going to be 80's (or before) considering the price: E30, MR2, AE86, FC, etc. -- find it! Don't forget to attach or hotlink pics!

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    You can buy my 90 240SX Fastback. lol

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    More info! a lil info w/ no pics then a pic w/ no info

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    Quote Originally Posted by speedminded
    More info! a lil info w/ no pics then a pic w/ no info
    CHEAP TRADE - 1990 Nissan 240SX Fastback


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    1986 Dodge Omni GLH



    Big news for the 85 model year was the same turbomotor seen in the Shelby Charger. Note that it was optional in the GLH; the high-output carburated engine (along with its lower-geared transmission) remained standard equipment. The turbocharged engine produced the same 146 hp as in the Shelby Charger, and was backed by the same taller-geared (3.56:1) 5-speed transmission. The new 5-lug aluminum "pizza" wheels (Seen on the car below) were installed, also like on the 85 Shelby Charger, but an important distinction is that the GLH still wore 195/50s, even with the turbo engine. When so equipped, the turbocharged engine pushed the GLH from 0-60 in 7.5 seconds and through the quarter in 15.8 seconds at 87 mph; top speed was up to 119 mph. Also new that year were black side skirts and a black airdam; they were part of the GLH Performance package.

    Later, QD.

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    Quote Originally Posted by quickdodgeŽ
    1986 Dodge Omni GLH



    Big news for the 85 model year was the same turbomotor seen in the Shelby Charger. Note that it was optional in the GLH; the high-output carburated engine (along with its lower-geared transmission) remained standard equipment. The turbocharged engine produced the same 146 hp as in the Shelby Charger, and was backed by the same taller-geared (3.56:1) 5-speed transmission. The new 5-lug aluminum "pizza" wheels (Seen on the car below) were installed, also like on the 85 Shelby Charger, but an important distinction is that the GLH still wore 195/50s, even with the turbo engine. When so equipped, the turbocharged engine pushed the GLH from 0-60 in 7.5 seconds and through the quarter in 15.8 seconds at 87 mph; top speed was up to 119 mph. Also new that year were black side skirts and a black airdam; they were part of the GLH Performance package.

    Later, QD.
    How much? Got a link?

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    Quote Originally Posted by quickdodgeŽ
    1986 Dodge Omni GLH



    Big news for the 85 model year was the same turbomotor seen in the Shelby Charger. Note that it was optional in the GLH; the high-output carburated engine (along with its lower-geared transmission) remained standard equipment. The turbocharged engine produced the same 146 hp as in the Shelby Charger, and was backed by the same taller-geared (3.56:1) 5-speed transmission. The new 5-lug aluminum "pizza" wheels (Seen on the car below) were installed, also like on the 85 Shelby Charger, but an important distinction is that the GLH still wore 195/50s, even with the turbo engine. When so equipped, the turbocharged engine pushed the GLH from 0-60 in 7.5 seconds and through the quarter in 15.8 seconds at 87 mph; top speed was up to 119 mph. Also new that year were black side skirts and a black airdam; they were part of the GLH Performance package.

    Later, QD.
    Couldn't you bump up to the GLHS for roughly the same price?

    I actually saw one the other day on Roswell Rd.

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    Quote Originally Posted by speedminded
    How much? Got a link?
    Sorry. I didn't read the initial post right. This is just a promo for the car. Later, QD.

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    Buy a miata. I see them forsale for 1000$ all the time

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    LINK!!!

    Here is one, the same color, for sale for $2,300. Later, QD.

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    Quote Originally Posted by k4rr
    Buy a miata. I see them forsale for 1000$ all the time
    Wow. Young and narrow minded. Later, QD.

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    Quote Originally Posted by k4rr
    Buy a miata. I see them forsale for 1000$ all the time
    links..

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    MR2. They are extremely cheap, reliable, and make AWESOME track cars...they handle better then anything you have listed
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    Quote Originally Posted by Sport20
    MR2. They are extremely cheap, reliable, and make AWESOME track cars...they handle better then anything you have listed
    idk,iv seen few MK1 for under 1k that run

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    Quote Originally Posted by quickdodgeŽ
    Wow. Young and narrow minded. Later, QD.

    are u saying something is wrong with miatas?

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    Quote Originally Posted by k4rr
    Buy a miata. I see them forsale for 1000$ all the time
    Where are the $1000 Miatas?

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    Quote Originally Posted by metalman
    Where are the $1000 Miatas?
    that's what i'm sayin!

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    Quote Originally Posted by speedminded
    that's what i'm sayin!
    maybe $1000 for a 1990 with no engine

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    Quote Originally Posted by HypnoToad
    are u saying something is wrong with miatas?
    Not necessarily, but I don't recall the Miata being an 80s car and I believe Jason was mentioning 80s cars is what he wanted to look at. Also, the young folks, all they know are Miata, Civic and 240. There are ****loads better cars for the tuning world than those 3. Later, QD.

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    Quote Originally Posted by quickdodgeŽ
    all they know are Miata, Civic and 240.

    LOLOL, Simontibbett and Santacruz77 will understand why I think this is pretty funny.
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    Quote Originally Posted by quickdodgeŽ
    Not necessarily, but I don't recall the Miata being an 80s car and I believe Jason was mentioning 80s cars is what he wanted to look at. Also, the young folks, all they know are Miata, Civic and 240. There are ****loads better cars for the tuning world than those 3. Later, QD.
    yea,first one was in 89.....but yea thier is alot of cars to go with,that arnt overplayed..like a 300ZX Turbo(well i like them)

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    im pretty sure the omni is fwd. but if u ask me its the most over looked an under appreciated car ever made. the stock motor can hold up to like 35-375 ish hp. u buy the car get a boost controler and a good exhaust, and u have the ULTIMATE SLEEPER.

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    Quote Originally Posted by quickdodgeŽ
    Not necessarily, but I don't recall the Miata being an 80s car and I believe Jason was mentioning 80s cars is what he wanted to look at. Also, the young folks, all they know are Miata, Civic and 240. There are ****loads better cars for the tuning world than those 3. Later, QD.
    not necessarily just 80's but i couldn't imagine finding too many cars from the 90's for a grand Basically a challenge to find the ultimate beater

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    1973 BMW 2002
    Price: $700
    Just needs brakes to be perfectly driveable. I'd make this my project fo sho!




    http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/403046959.html

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    Here's one most of you have probably never heard of...

    1981 Fiat 124, 59k miles, runs and drives, looks decent. $975.

    http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/406479111.html

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    cant find a link to a decent one but just drive around the country and look for a 3rd gen camaro with the v8

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    Quote Originally Posted by thecoolcutter
    1973 BMW 2002
    Price: $700
    Just needs brakes to be perfectly driveable. I'd make this my project fo sho!




    http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/403046959.html
    You know the owner is on IA right?

    Quote Originally Posted by straight6
    Here's one most of you have probably never heard of...

    1981 Fiat 124, 59k miles, runs and drives, looks decent. $975.

    http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/406479111.html
    Now that's what i'm talkin about. hrmmm... I keep saying this thread isn't for me but if you keep finding stuff like that I might have to pick one up.

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    Quote Originally Posted by HypnoToad
    idk,iv seen few MK1 for under 1k that run

    I bought my other 88 for $500 running its never gave me problems, through the 89 i bought for $2500 was a nightmare when i first bought it.....the good thing about the MKI is that there are TONS of them, and typically the ppl owning them take decent care of them. Also the resale on the cars is very low. So the chance of finding one in good condition for cheap is very manageable
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    Quote Originally Posted by straight6
    Here's one most of you have probably never heard of...

    1981 Fiat 124, 59k miles, runs and drives, looks decent. $975.

    http://atlanta.craigslist.org/car/406479111.html
    Now thats a car for someone who likes working on their car more then driving it....'cause thats what you'll be doing. Same goes for MGs and the like.

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    Quote Originally Posted by metalman
    Now thats a car for someone who likes working on their car more then driving it....'cause thats what you'll be doing. Same goes for MGs and the like.
    It's just a bunch of parts, nothing that can't be replaced and/or improved.

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