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

    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.

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

    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.

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    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

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    under 3500 and not slow? 1g turbo eclipse.

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

    But 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.js...standard=false

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

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    Quote Originally Posted by 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
    Okay Captain Obvious. I was just asking for some more suggestions.

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    Quote Originally Posted by PSINXS
    under 3500 and not slow? 1g turbo eclipse.
    Thanks I will look into those. Reps.

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    FC Turbo. 240z then do an Rb20det swap. Rolla GTS (slow but ballin). Conqest.
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    You should buy this 240sx.

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    lol.


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    Quote Originally Posted by Maniacurabus06
    You should buy this 240sx.
    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
    http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.j...&standard=false

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    Quote Originally Posted by GKtib®
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    lol.
    Lol good one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by PSINXS
    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.
    Back to being stock and slow

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

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    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.js...standard=false

    What about that?

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    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.
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    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.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 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.
    I see where you're coming from but that bimmer looks so BALLER 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

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    Quote Originally Posted by cgEvan
    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

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    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!
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    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.

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    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.


    yeahhhhhh you likeeeee when she does thattttttt

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    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

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

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

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    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert
    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.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 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.
    Not really a fan of those older Supra's but got any pics?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Major Motion
    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
    for talking down on 240's! Lol jk man but yeah send me some pics through pm.

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    no need to make two threads about it.

    both threads merged.

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    Quote Originally Posted by admin
    i have a nice clean miata for sale 3k check your PMs
    Pm'ed back.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ed
    no need to make two threads about it.

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

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    no worries. it's a quick fix.

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    Quote Originally Posted by David88vert
    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.

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    Quote Originally Posted by HypnoToad
    maybe a mid-late 80s mustangs.....or a 3rd gen camaro/firebird.
    For a daily driver? That would waste too much gas.

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    Quote Originally Posted by FTMFW
    For a daily driver? That would waste too much gas.
    its not that bad,i get bout 18 city 28 hwy with a automatic

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

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

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    Quote Originally Posted by FTMFW
    How do 3000gt's compare to other cars? I was thinking about a base model or an SL.
    slow,heavy and unreliable.

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

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