New car.... - Page 2

ryanbgb22 · 08-30-2008, 12:33 AM

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Originally Posted by DrFabulous

He has been talking pretty big recently about how he was going to build his GA up, and now he is dropping it and using mom + dad to help him get a faster car.

Don't bitch about regretting buying a Grand Am because its boring.... it is YOUR fault for not buying the right car and not researching enough before you bought the car, not the cars fault. Anyone that goes into modding a GA thinking its going to be even reasonably expensive is completely misinformed.

young and stupid...........my dad told me to keep saving and get something nicer, I didnt want to wait any more. All in all, the ga has done me good thus far. I cant complain.

GregFarz78 · 08-30-2008, 09:56 AM

Just my 0.02 here

13-16k for a 03-04 is way too much

good luck getting a Z into the 12s it won't be cheap they have potential if you have 5k+ to drop into the engine

did you think about insurance? I'm guessing you're 19-21 so your insurance is going to be about as much as a car payment

don't even thinking about driving that in snow

zukiracer19 · 08-30-2008, 02:32 PM

Its not the fact that i can't put this turbo on my car, if I want to I can right now, hell the heads are off, the hardest part of the whole thing would be replacing my head gaskets to withstand psi. big deal, bash me all you want, and my parents are only cosigning, they aren't paying, its my money. I have 8,000 im putting down.

KhellendrosxS · 08-30-2008, 03:23 PM

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Originally Posted by zukiracer19

I have 8,000 im putting down.

Thats investing wisely.....

Id be putting that down on a house...but thats just me. You do realize that if you miss a payment its coming back on your parents right? I hope you dont screw up their credit just so you can get a new(er) car.

zukiracer19 · 08-30-2008, 03:59 PM

... i dont need to invest in a house, Already have my own

Mike Jung · 08-30-2008, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by zukiracer19

... i dont need to invest in a house, Already have my own

Then why do you need a co-signer then ?

tejohnson · 08-30-2008, 04:28 PM

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Originally Posted by zukiracer19

...and my parents are only cosigning, they aren't paying, its my money. I have 8,000 im putting down.

I think folks may have been confused about your source of funding due to the posts you made above. I.e., Selling the wheels to pay the credit card, etc. Then, there was another post you made in another thread:

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Originally Posted by zukiracer19

haha, im in college, and my project ran me straight outta money, im doing off my credit card limit to keep finishing up my turbo setup... still need oil pan gasket, headgasket set AHH!!!

Best of luck with the new car! I had kinda hoped the turbo would have helped you to see 13's or maybe even 12's.

99Alero_Boy · 08-30-2008, 05:41 PM

look like potentionally it is going to a dedicated alero owner who will finish the project, I guarantee that.....

gaowners32 · 08-30-2008, 09:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Jung

Then why do you need a co-signer then ?

He said his dad gave him a house over on tristatetuners.com and that he got it off auction.

tejohnson · 08-30-2008, 10:21 PM

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Originally Posted by gaowners32

He said his dad gave him a house over on tristatetuners.com and that he got it off auction.

Heh, I was reading a few threads over there. It almost provoked me to register and respond to a few of the posts.

YALEROYNOT · 08-30-2008, 11:35 PM

should we even discuss the asking price of the turbo

........

.... GL with the sale....

ye and change the "soon to be boostin" to soon to be in debt

$8000 down and you need a co-signer ? huh ?

let me sell you a car cuz you gettin SCREWED ! (notice the cap lock was on

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zukiracer19 · 08-31-2008, 09:57 AM

My credit sucks atm.. I got screwed twice with credit card fraud, 1 was internet somehow they got my stuff (used friends ****ty computer probably keylogged)... and 2nd was my card got literally stolen out of my wallet in a different state. so my score isnt the best
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Turbo Asking price is being taken by best offer.

AaronGTR · 08-31-2008, 10:00 AM

Not that I think he's making all the best decisions or that I don't agree with some of you, but some of you are also being way too hard on the guy and/or making stupid comments yourself.

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Originally Posted by GregFarz78

good luck getting a Z into the 12s it won't be cheap they have potential if you have 5k+ to drop into the engine

did you think about insurance? I'm guessing you're 19-21 so your insurance is going to be about as much as a car payment

don't even thinking about driving that in snow

1) sure, getting a Z into the 12's will cost some money, we all know speed costs money, but it will be cheaper than getting a GA into the 12's. The Z is designed to be a sports car and has more potential.

2) agreed, he better make sure he can afford the insurance payments. Since the car won't be paid for upfront and will have some type of loan or financing he'll have to have full coverage which will be expensive.

3) why can't he drive it in the snow? Have you ever tried it yourself in a new rwd car? With modern traction and stability control and advances in tire design they aren't that bad in the snow, even with all season tires. If he gets a set of winter rims and snow tires he'll have no problem. My dad's '96 vette has snow tires for winter and he passes suv's going up icy hills in Michigan.

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Originally Posted by khellendrosxs

Thats investing wisely.....

Id be putting that down on a house...but thats just me. You do realize that if you miss a payment its coming back on your parents right? I hope you dont screw up their credit just so you can get a new(er) car.

You do realize $8K isn't squat for a down payment on a house right? On the other hand if he buys a $14k used car and puts 8 down on it he only has $6K left to pay so his payments will be super low and he'll save a lot in interest too. And he can pay it off in 2-3 years tops. Maybe it's just me but that sounds like a pretty good idea.

Also I'm sure his parents wouldn't be co-signing if they didn't think he could afford the payments or that they could afford to make a payment one month if he didn't have the money. I'm sure he's more responsible than to just not make a payment one month and not tell his parents and screw them over.

My parents did that for me when I bought my GA brand new in 2000 and that was with financing for the full $22k price. I could afford the payments and I paid every cent for that car on time every month, and the insurance. They never paid a dime.

zukiracer19 · 08-31-2008, 10:06 AM

And to answer your question, the car will be put in my dads name, so that insurance is lower. he is 56, never had an accident in his life. so our insurance is low. Personally I don't understand why you guys are bashing me. I'd rather have a 350 than my GA

eve · 08-31-2008, 10:39 AM

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Originally Posted by zukiracer19

And to answer your question, the car will be put in my dads name, so that insurance is lower. he is 56, never had an accident in his life. so our insurance is low. Personally I don't understand why you guys are bashing me. I'd rather have a 350 than my GA

Just do what you want. People will nitpick and find any excuse as to why your plans are not a 'good idea' and this and the other. Fock them. You're the one going to be in a car you enjoy, it's your financial situation, and that's all that matters.
Congrats

crazypontiac03 · 08-31-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by khellendrosxs

Thats investing wisely.....

Id be putting that down on a house...but thats just me. You do realize that if you miss a payment its coming back on your parents right? I hope you dont screw up their credit just so you can get a new(er) car.

8k Down on a House over 30 Yrs is pointless..

Putting the 8k down on the car is smarter.Or put 4k Down on the Car and put the rest in Savings.

Mike Jung · 08-31-2008, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by crazypontiac03

8k Down on a House over 30 Yrs is pointless..

Putting the 8k down on the car is smarter.Or put 4k Down on the Car and put the rest in Savings.

How do you figure, Sparky ?

PS: $8K compounded monthly, at an interest (for example) at 4.75% over 30 years = $33,169.43

crazypontiac03 · 08-31-2008, 01:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Mike Jung

How do you figure, Sparky ?

PS: $8K compounded monthly, at an interest (for example) at 4.75% over 30 years = $33,169.43

What i was getting at monthly it makes little sense, When u have to Buy everything for the house. It would make more sense having a smaller or No Car payment or little Credit Card debt.

KhellendrosxS · 08-31-2008, 02:11 PM

What I meant by putting 8k on a house was that the money could be used to pay down the loan...

Obviously 8k gets most of you guys nowhere. I searched around for over 6 months and had to put up $15000 on an $80000 mortgage (3 bed 2 bath ~1400 sq ft in Toledo) so I didnt have to pay a rediculous mortgage insurance fee every month. I had all but 5k of the down payment and my parents were nice enough to loan that to me in exchange for letting my little brother room in the house till hes out of college.

So. 8K in your market is not that much but here it is something.

Call me old fashoned (or maybe my parents) but Im glad I never had them pay for anything or sign papers with me. I learned a few lessons about buying things I shouldnt have over the last 5 years but that is neither here nor there. I just think its silly to invest in a depreciating asset unless you plan to keep it till it dies...though kudos for buying it used and not taking the hit on the drive-off-the-lot loss.

Cormaster · 08-31-2008, 09:47 PM

Honestly if you want a Nissan, I'd go for an '03 or '04 Sentra. You can get Sentra SER's pretty cheap, and they are bad ass honestly. When we bought the lancer we test drove a 2002 SER, and the thing was freaking quick! I tried to talk her into that car, as it was fully loaded and only like a grand more than the basic Lancer, but she was sold on the space and color of the lancer. Anyway the fuel economy on one is about the same as your GA, insurance will be a lot cheaper, and you could get into one for like 5 grand less than a used Z. And like what RIch said about the snow, the SER is FWD so it will be a LOT better on snow than a Z.

Not knocking you completly though I for one would love to have a 350z. If you think you can handle it and afford it than go for it. I for one however would NEVER have a sports car for my Daily driver. I see nothing wrong with getting rid of your out-dated N-platform car. Mine was a total POS. A Nissan 350z is no doubt a much better car than a Grand Am GT, but the cost of ownership is going to kill you! Not to mention gas prices are at an all time high!

08-30-2008, 09:56 AM	#22
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	Just my 0.02 here 13-16k for a 03-04 is way too much good luck getting a Z into the 12s it won't be cheap they have potential if you have 5k+ to drop into the engine did you think about insurance? I'm guessing you're 19-21 so your insurance is going to be about as much as a car payment don't even thinking about driving that in snow __________________ My Pics

08-30-2008, 05:41 PM	#28
99Alero_Boy Oldz Sleeper AKA: Kyle Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Belle Fourche, SD Age: 37 Posts: 817 Vehicle: 2001 Olds Alero GL3	look like potentionally it is going to a dedicated alero owner who will finish the project, I guarantee that..... __________________ Aleromod.com co-owner

08-30-2008, 11:35 PM	#31
YALEROYNOT 3400 SFI AKA: MIKE Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: harleysville pa Posts: 113 Vehicle: 2000 ALERO	should we even discuss the asking price of the turbo ............ GL with the sale.... ye and change the "soon to be boostin" to soon to be in debt $8000 down and you need a co-signer ? huh ? let me sell you a car cuz you gettin SCREWED ! (notice the cap lock was on ) __________________ www.rsautoparts.com www.fiberglassforums.com Last edited by YALEROYNOT; 08-30-2008 at 11:46 PM.

08-31-2008, 09:57 AM	#32
zukiracer19 BoOsTiN' AKA: slograndam Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: State College, PA Posts: 2,700 Vehicle: ev0m0de	My credit sucks atm.. I got screwed twice with credit card fraud, 1 was internet somehow they got my stuff (used friends ***ty computer probably keylogged)... and 2nd was my card got literally stolen out of my wallet in a different state. so my score isnt the best . Turbo Asking price is being taken by best offer. Last edited by zukiracer19; 08-31-2008 at 10:04 AM.*

08-31-2008, 02:11 PM	#39
KhellendrosxS Im A Motherfuc*er AKA: Chris Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Toledo, Ohio Age: 37 Posts: 1,056 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT	What I meant by putting 8k on a house was that the money could be used to pay down the loan... Obviously 8k gets most of you guys nowhere. I searched around for over 6 months and had to put up $15000 on an $80000 mortgage (3 bed 2 bath ~1400 sq ft in Toledo) so I didnt have to pay a rediculous mortgage insurance fee every month. I had all but 5k of the down payment and my parents were nice enough to loan that to me in exchange for letting my little brother room in the house till hes out of college. So. 8K in your market is not that much but here it is something. Call me old fashoned (or maybe my parents) but Im glad I never had them pay for anything or sign papers with me. I learned a few lessons about buying things I shouldnt have over the last 5 years but that is neither here nor there. I just think its silly to invest in a depreciating asset unless you plan to keep it till it dies...though kudos for buying it used and not taking the hit on the drive-off-the-lot loss. __________________ GO: 28lb/hr Trailblazer injectors, Flowmaster 80 Custom Cat-back, Stewart Warner Maximum Performance Series Gauges, DHP Powertuner SHOW: Camaro Brake Upgrade, F/R Sway Bars, SLP STB Last edited by KhellendrosxS; 08-31-2008 at 02:17 PM.

08-30-2008, 02:32 PM	#23
zukiracer19 BoOsTiN' AKA: slograndam Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: State College, PA Posts: 2,700 Vehicle: ev0m0de	Its not the fact that i can't put this turbo on my car, if I want to I can right now, hell the heads are off, the hardest part of the whole thing would be replacing my head gaskets to withstand psi. big deal, bash me all you want, and my parents are only cosigning, they aren't paying, its my money. I have 8,000 im putting down.

08-30-2008, 03:59 PM	#25
zukiracer19 BoOsTiN' AKA: slograndam Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: State College, PA Posts: 2,700 Vehicle: ev0m0de	... i dont need to invest in a house, Already have my own

08-31-2008, 10:06 AM	#34
zukiracer19 BoOsTiN' AKA: slograndam Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: State College, PA Posts: 2,700 Vehicle: ev0m0de	And to answer your question, the car will be put in my dads name, so that insurance is lower. he is 56, never had an accident in his life. so our insurance is low. Personally I don't understand why you guys are bashing me. I'd rather have a 350 than my GA

08-31-2008, 09:47 PM	#40
Cormaster 'core' - master AKA: Cory Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Indianapolis, IN Age: 41 Posts: 1,092 Vehicle: '04 Cavie, '04 Lancer	Honestly if you want a Nissan, I'd go for an '03 or '04 Sentra. You can get Sentra SER's pretty cheap, and they are bad ass honestly. When we bought the lancer we test drove a 2002 SER, and the thing was freaking quick! I tried to talk her into that car, as it was fully loaded and only like a grand more than the basic Lancer, but she was sold on the space and color of the lancer. Anyway the fuel economy on one is about the same as your GA, insurance will be a lot cheaper, and you could get into one for like 5 grand less than a used Z. And like what RIch said about the snow, the SER is FWD so it will be a LOT better on snow than a Z. Not knocking you completly though I for one would love to have a 350z. If you think you can handle it and afford it than go for it. I for one however would NEVER have a sports car for my Daily driver. I see nothing wrong with getting rid of your out-dated N-platform car. Mine was a total POS. A Nissan 350z is no doubt a much better car than a Grand Am GT, but the cost of ownership is going to kill you! Not to mention gas prices are at an all time high! __________________ Check out my ride! http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2566913 Last edited by Cormaster; 09-01-2008 at 02:52 AM.

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