Time for a new car

05-20-2003, 07:53 AM

I am probably going to get a new car in the next few months. My 2000 GA SE bores me, as most cars do after a few years. I liked the car, and for the money I had at the time (bought used) it was a good car, but I think I want something new. I thought i'd post here and get some input (and I'm bored at work):

Some of the cars I'm considering, in no particular order:

Mazda 6
Passat
WRX
Accord v6
Saab 9-3
2004 Grand Prix

I am open to others, those are just some I have been looking at.

The Passat is fairly high on the list because a friend of mine has one and it looks like it is well made. The interior is really nice, and it drives nice-- all around a pretty nice car. The WRX is probably not going to happen because it's kinda small.

05-20-2003, 08:03 AM

Ummm.... GTP is all that needs to be said.

05-20-2003, 08:24 AM

Problem with the GTP is the one I would want is a little more expensive, and you can't get one with a manual transmission. I know they have paddle shifting, but it just isn't the same thing.

Vintalage · 05-20-2003, 08:36 AM

Nissan Altima
Nissan Maxima
Lexus IS 300

How about those?

05-20-2003, 09:32 AM

Maxima and Lexus might be a bit expensive, but the Altima I would look at. The interior I've heard is kinda cheap, but I haven't seen one in person yet (except from the outside).

2002GT · 05-20-2003, 09:35 AM

Mazda 6s... nuff said
or
350Z or G35

koolZ71 · 05-20-2003, 09:57 AM

saab 9-3....but for a lil more get the WRX

ZakkWylde470 · 05-20-2003, 10:53 AM

Go for the WRX STi

koolZ71 · 05-20-2003, 11:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by ZakkWylde470
Go for the WRX STi

i like the WRX sti but no for 31k dollars, for a lil extra pep

05-20-2003, 12:05 PM

How about a mustang? Can be bought for cheap and has a multitude of performance parts avaliable.

buzzzam · 05-20-2003, 01:15 PM

I would also have to go with the Mazda 6, with the v6 of course, those look so sweet, i'm thinking about getting one.

xxxx JD xxxx · 05-20-2003, 07:54 PM

LSE V8.............

But the next choice would be the Mazda 6

JD

05-21-2003, 08:34 AM

Has anyone driven the Saab 9-3? I'm curious as to what peopel think about it. I don't really like the look of the Mustang that much, and some of the other cars mentioned here are a little expensive.

I'm bored, so if you want to indulge me with the details as to why some of you picked certain cars I'd be glad to read it.

Mike3800 · 05-21-2003, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Bailey Man
Ummm.... GTP is all that needs to be said.

I must agree... then again, I didn't see any other cars on the list of his.

koolZ71 · 05-21-2003, 08:53 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by limiter
Has anyone driven the Saab 9-3? I'm curious as to what peopel think about it. I don't really like the look of the Mustang that much, and some of the other cars mentioned here are a little expensive.

I'm bored, so if you want to indulge me with the details as to why some of you picked certain cars I'd be glad to read it.

i have...lets just say

CaCathy13 · 05-21-2003, 09:55 AM

Vibe GT. It comes in a 6 speed and is a lot of fun to drive....with a Toyota engine, mods are seemingly endless. An exhaust and a CAI and you're pushing 200hp.

Plus they're not everywhere...so you stick out a bit.

I'm a little biased, but hey...I love my car.

ihaveadopeSRT-4 · 05-21-2003, 10:07 AM

I'd pick the Mazda 6 outta that lineup. Sweet styling, sporty heritage & 4 doors. It def is a nice looking car..

red rocket · 05-22-2003, 04:49 AM

What do you think of the Dodge Intrepid SXT? It has a 244 HP engine and that manual automatic shifter. It is one big car. But it has almost as much power as the GP GTP for less money, when you take into account the Dodge incentives.

I'm looking to replace my 99 GAGT, and the GP GT2 and the Intrepid are on my short list. I love the GP's heads up display and driver info center. The Dodge doesn't have either.

RedGrandTour · 05-22-2003, 06:37 PM

I say get a new GTP Comp G ! The dealer that sold me my car has that new fusion Orange. That thing looks nice and refreshing.

John95GA · 05-22-2003, 07:55 PM

The Mazda 6 is sweet (a coupe version would be to die for); I've seen some nice ones around here. I just wish they would've matched HP numbers w/ the Altima and Accord though. Not that 220 is a bad number by any means, but it's still average by today's standards in that market. I'm just praying Pontiac wakes up and builds the G6 w/out sacrificing much power from the concept. Knowing GM though, it's probably wishful thinking; they always seem to tease you and then disappoint by not building anything great.

05-20-2003, 07:53 AM	#1
limiter Guest Posts: n/a	Time for a new car I am probably going to get a new car in the next few months. My 2000 GA SE bores me, as most cars do after a few years. I liked the car, and for the money I had at the time (bought used) it was a good car, but I think I want something new. I thought i'd post here and get some input (and I'm bored at work): Some of the cars I'm considering, in no particular order: Mazda 6 Passat WRX Accord v6 Saab 9-3 2004 Grand Prix I am open to others, those are just some I have been looking at. The Passat is fairly high on the list because a friend of mine has one and it looks like it is well made. The interior is really nice, and it drives nice-- all around a pretty nice car. The WRX is probably not going to happen because it's kinda small.

05-20-2003, 08:36 AM	#4
Vintalage Hey paisanos! Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Maryland Age: 38 Posts: 5,490 Vehicle: 2002 Grand Am GT1	Nissan Altima Nissan Maxima Lexus IS 300 How about those? __________________ 2002 Grand Am GT1 Sedan - Black 7000K HID PICS [SOLD to Jscarano]

05-20-2003, 09:57 AM	#7
koolZ71 walkin' tall AKA: nathan Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: laura, Ohio Age: 41 Posts: 1,522 Vehicle: 04 colorado<>93 SHO	saab 9-3....but for a lil more get the WRX __________________ JACOB HECK 7-03-82---07-29-01 I will miss u baby brother formaly koolgt

05-20-2003, 10:53 AM	#8
ZakkWylde470 Tae Kwon Flow Master AKA: Marty Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wherever I May Roam Age: 37 Posts: 613 Vehicle: '99 Ram 1500 Sport 4x4	Go for the WRX STi __________________ "A free people ought not only to be armed and disciplined, but they should have sufficient arms and ammunition to maintain a status of independence from any who might attempt to abuse them, which would include their own government."

05-20-2003, 07:54 PM	#12
xxxx JD xxxx eBuyerdirect.com AKA: JD Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Westbrook, CT Age: 42 Posts: 101 Vehicle: '01 Durango R/T	LSE V8............. But the next choice would be the Mazda 6 JD __________________ - R.I.P. '02 Lincoln LSE V8 (6/16/2005) - '01 Durango R/T - '04 CBR 1000RR http://www.cardomain.com/id/jdsramairgt Are you looking for Broadband? If so Go Here --> http://www.ebuyerdirect.com

05-20-2003, 08:03 AM	#2
Bailey Man Guest Posts: n/a	Ummm.... GTP is all that needs to be said.

05-20-2003, 08:24 AM	#3
limiter Guest Posts: n/a	Problem with the GTP is the one I would want is a little more expensive, and you can't get one with a manual transmission. I know they have paddle shifting, but it just isn't the same thing.

05-20-2003, 09:32 AM	#5
limiter Guest Posts: n/a	Maxima and Lexus might be a bit expensive, but the Altima I would look at. The interior I've heard is kinda cheap, but I haven't seen one in person yet (except from the outside).

05-20-2003, 09:35 AM	#6
2002GT GAGT - Junkie AKA: Nick Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Southeast Posts: 3,817 Vehicle: Charger 392	Mazda 6s... nuff said or 350Z or G35

05-20-2003, 12:05 PM	#10
@CKB@R 00 Guest Posts: n/a	How about a mustang? Can be bought for cheap and has a multitude of performance parts avaliable.

05-20-2003, 01:15 PM	#11
buzzzam GAGT - Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dearborn, MI Age: 42 Posts: 59 Vehicle: 02 GAGT SDN	I would also have to go with the Mazda 6, with the v6 of course, those look so sweet, i'm thinking about getting one.

05-21-2003, 08:34 AM	#13
limiter Guest Posts: n/a	Has anyone driven the Saab 9-3? I'm curious as to what peopel think about it. I don't really like the look of the Mustang that much, and some of the other cars mentioned here are a little expensive. I'm bored, so if you want to indulge me with the details as to why some of you picked certain cars I'd be glad to read it.

05-21-2003, 09:55 AM	#16
CaCathy13 15.3 1/4 mile Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Bloomingdale, IL Age: 41 Posts: 42 Vehicle: 2003 Vibe GT 6-Speed	Vibe GT. It comes in a 6 speed and is a lot of fun to drive....with a Toyota engine, mods are seemingly endless. An exhaust and a CAI and you're pushing 200hp. Plus they're not everywhere...so you stick out a bit. I'm a little biased, but hey...I love my car. __________________ Waiting for the internet police to come and get me. www.mitro.net/vibe

05-21-2003, 10:07 AM	#17
ihaveadopeSRT-4 munchkin puncher AKA: Dan Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Spoolincity, Pa Age: 44 Posts: 320 Vehicle: 03 Dodge SRT-4	I'd pick the Mazda 6 outta that lineup. Sweet styling, sporty heritage & 4 doors. It def is a nice looking car.. __________________ 03 Dodge Neon SRT-4 05 Subaru Legacy GT Ltd

05-22-2003, 04:49 AM	#18
red rocket GAGT - Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Westampton, NJ Posts: 423 Vehicle: 1999 Grand Am GT sedan	What do you think of the Dodge Intrepid SXT? It has a 244 HP engine and that manual automatic shifter. It is one big car. But it has almost as much power as the GP GTP for less money, when you take into account the Dodge incentives. I'm looking to replace my 99 GAGT, and the GP GT2 and the Intrepid are on my short list. I love the GP's heads up display and driver info center. The Dodge doesn't have either.

05-22-2003, 06:37 PM	#19
RedGrandTour Crashed 99 GT :( Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: IL Age: 43 Posts: 802 Vehicle: 2001 Grand Am GT Coupe	I say get a new GTP Comp G ! The dealer that sold me my car has that new fusion Orange. That thing looks nice and refreshing.

05-22-2003, 07:55 PM	#20
John95GA GAGT - Member AKA: John Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Ft. Lauderdale, FL Age: 45 Posts: 93 Vehicle: '05 G35 coupe (6MT)	The Mazda 6 is sweet (a coupe version would be to die for); I've seen some nice ones around here. I just wish they would've matched HP numbers w/ the Altima and Accord though. Not that 220 is a bad number by any means, but it's still average by today's standards in that market. I'm just praying Pontiac wakes up and builds the G6 w/out sacrificing much power from the concept. Knowing GM though, it's probably wishful thinking; they always seem to tease you and then disappoint by not building anything great. __________________ 2005 Infiniti G35 coupe (Six-speed) Former car: Bright Red 95 SE coupe, 3.1 My N-body

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