lets hear some votes......

DirtyTexas070 · 12-01-2004, 02:19 PM

Ok so back in september I wrecked and totalled my 94 GAGT against a 2005 BMW Z4

..... i absolutly LOVED that car. Anyways, come mid-spring I shgould have enough for another car(driving a teal 93 cavalier now) and ive been looking at a few options. By about april I should have around 10-12 grand to play with. So heres what I was thinking about, and if you have any other suggestions, Im sure you guys wont hesitate to let me know.

1) Get another Grand AM like my previous and put a 3400 in it. I figure if I can get one for about 6 G's then I could have 6 more G's to fix it up just how i want it. (Maybe even put an L67 in it

, PITA, I know, but possible)

2) 2001 Bonneville SSEi -- IMO an awsome lookin car with a great engine. Kinda big and Grandpa-esque, but it looks cool anyways. Plus is got leather and a HUD.

3) 1996-1998 Mitsubishi 3000 GT VR-4 -- Ive always hated imports, except this one. So Id feel kinda hypocritical with all the cut downs Ive made against imports but i REALLY like this car. Mad horsepower and looks are superb. I just hate to give up my American automotive pride that Ive held more dear than life itself.

Ok, so thats this gist of it. Oh yeah, a couple more things. I wont finance, I cant afford the collision insurance(must have it if car is financed in VA). Also,......nevermind I forgot. Anyways, let me know what yall think. Thanks

Kdawg207 · 12-01-2004, 02:22 PM

i would look for a 4th option.

but if i had to choose...98 VR-4

Ant · 12-01-2004, 02:32 PM

vr-4. 300hp/awd = hotness.

GregFarz78 · 12-01-2004, 02:42 PM

Why would you buy a newer car and not get collision...sorry but thats a stupid gamble to take.

DirtyTexas070 · 12-01-2004, 02:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregFarz78

Why would you buy a newer car and not get collision...sorry but thats a stupid gamble to take.

well, i can afford it, but id rather avoid it is what i meant. my bad, good point.

AMRAAM4 · 12-01-2004, 02:49 PM

VR4 = pig

with 10-12k I'd say all of those cars are 2 thumbs down

GrahamKracka · 12-01-2004, 02:51 PM

have fun trying to find a vr-4 in decent condition for that price

Mike3800 · 12-01-2004, 02:59 PM

I am going to go with none of the above. With 10-12 grand you should look for a newer smaller American car, or an older Honda/Toyota/Nissan, otherwise you will have issues.

J-bodys have tons of aftermarket and the ecotec engine is designed by Lotus.

Civic has tons of aftermarket and if tastfully done could be very nice.

An older Maxima might be fun. Those are my suggestions.

Silver02EX · 12-01-2004, 03:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike3800

I am going to go with none of the above. With 10-12 grand you should look for a newer smaller American car, or an older Honda/Toyota/Nissan, otherwise you will have issues.

J-bodys have tons of aftermarket and the ecotec engine is designed by Lotus.

Civic has tons of aftermarket and if tastfully done could be very nice.

An older Maxima might be fun. Those are my suggestions.

I agree. I would find a used Honda or Toyota. I personally wouldn't want to go through with all the problems like I did with a GA.

12-01-2004, 03:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GrahamKracka

have fun trying to find a vr-4 in decent condition for that price

... you wont find a 96-98 vr4 under 12 grand. you can barely find a 1991 vr4 under 10-11grand. and 91 was the first year they were made.

you can get a 92-95 for 10-12 grand... probably will have high miles and you will probably need to rebuild the tranny (common problem with them).

i know my vr4s

i was trying to buy one last summer. my neighbor has a '92 vr4 with about 55,000 miles. sat for 3 years straight and needed alot of work. i wanted that car so bad. but i talked myself out of it. it was a waste of a gt

the wheels were even rusted to the brakes, it was sad. he finally got enough money to fix everything... and now it runs (he drives it), but it doesnt sound good at all.

Quote:

VR4 = pig

it is a boat... curb weight in 99 was 3,737lbs

- Specs of a 1999 VR4 -
Horsepower 320 @ 6000 RPM
Torque 215 @ 2500 RPM
Redline 7000rpm
6-speed tranny
0-60 in 5.5 seconds
0-100 in 14.0 seconds
1/4 time: 13.9 s @ 98 mph
top speed:160 mph

not really a pig, they do have some muscle behind that weight.

-dc

AznGA · 12-01-2004, 04:41 PM

VR4 is a good car, but I would also strongly consider the 01 Bonnie SSEi. 3800 SC..yummy. I like the looks of those new Bonnies.

jake3217 · 12-01-2004, 06:02 PM

I would get the SSEi if I were you. 3800 S/C and features up the wazoo. I can tell you first hand it is a very smooth ride, but you won't feel disconnected from the road.

cradled · 12-01-2004, 10:41 PM

why not look for a nice third or fourth gen f-body? there's power and beauty.

95-GT · 12-02-2004, 01:52 AM

#2 out of those. I wouldnt waste my cash on a VR4, I raced one from a roll once and he was no where to be found. They are quick out of the hole and thats it.

GregFarz78 · 12-02-2004, 05:30 AM

I dont like any of those choices for 10-12k you can do better

DirtyTexas070 · 12-06-2004, 08:50 PM

thanks for the input yall

carpediem1230 · 12-06-2004, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 95-GT

#2 out of those. I wouldnt waste my cash on a VR4, I raced one from a roll once and he was no where to be found. They are quick out of the hole and thats it.

...sounds unlikely.

Lash · 12-06-2004, 09:16 PM

^ ditto

12-06-2004, 09:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carpediem1230

...sounds unlikely.

He has a 5.0 Mustang, so it is very likely.

AznGA · 12-06-2004, 09:18 PM

Today I saw this late model SSEi Bonniville. It had aftermarket rims, exhaust and hood. It looked very nice.

12-01-2004, 02:19 PM	#1
DirtyTexas070 pwn nubs AKA: Justin Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Mechanicsville(near Richmond) VA Age: 35 Posts: 87 Vehicle: 2002 Grand Am GT	lets hear some votes...... Ok so back in september I wrecked and totalled my 94 GAGT against a 2005 BMW Z4 ..... i absolutly LOVED that car. Anyways, come mid-spring I shgould have enough for another car(driving a teal 93 cavalier now) and ive been looking at a few options. By about april I should have around 10-12 grand to play with. So heres what I was thinking about, and if you have any other suggestions, Im sure you guys wont hesitate to let me know. 1) Get another Grand AM like my previous and put a 3400 in it. I figure if I can get one for about 6 G's then I could have 6 more G's to fix it up just how i want it. (Maybe even put an L67 in it , PITA, I know, but possible) 2) 2001 Bonneville SSEi -- IMO an awsome lookin car with a great engine. Kinda big and Grandpa-esque, but it looks cool anyways. Plus is got leather and a HUD. 3) 1996-1998 Mitsubishi 3000 GT VR-4 -- Ive always hated imports, except this one. So Id feel kinda hypocritical with all the cut downs Ive made against imports but i REALLY like this car. Mad horsepower and looks are superb. I just hate to give up my American automotive pride that Ive held more dear than life itself. Ok, so thats this gist of it. Oh yeah, a couple more things. I wont finance, I cant afford the collision insurance(must have it if car is financed in VA). Also,......nevermind I forgot. Anyways, let me know what yall think. Thanks

12-01-2004, 02:32 PM	#3
Ant LS2 - Member AKA: Anthony Join Date: May 2003 Location: DC metro area Age: 34 Posts: 2,251 Vehicle: S5/GTO	vr-4. 300hp/awd = hotness. __________________ USAF -06 IBM GTO/M6 - 477 WHP Best e/t before H/C - 12.71 @ 111.77 -18 Audi S5 Prestige Navarra Blue/A8 - DTUK Tuned 12.14 @ 111.19

12-01-2004, 02:42 PM	#4
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	Why would you buy a newer car and not get collision...sorry but thats a stupid gamble to take. __________________ My Pics

12-01-2004, 02:49 PM	#6
AMRAAM4 Wiley 'Ol Veteran AKA: Bob (aka Hoss) Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Azerbaijan Age: 45 Posts: 6,935 Vehicle: See My Signature Block	VR4 = pig with 10-12k I'd say all of those cars are 2 thumbs down __________________ 2016 GoMango Challenger SRT Hellcat 2014 Redline Pearl Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 2018 Bruiser Grey Dodge Durango SRT TRADED-2004 Black Grand Am GT,2004 Impulse Blue GTO M6, 2012 Mineral Gray Jeep SRT8, 2010 Bright Silver Jeep SRT8 LEASE TURN-IN-2006 Summit White TrailBlazer SS AWD (Vector CAI & tune) SOLD-2000 Silvermist Grand Am GT Supercharged,1994 Daytona Blue Single Turbo RX7 (427whp/330wtq), 2006 Spice Red GTO A4, 2013 Grabber Blue Shelby GT500

12-01-2004, 02:59 PM	#8
Mike3800 GAGT - Junkie AKA: Michael Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Northglenn, CO USA Age: 49 Posts: 3,394 Vehicle: 2015 Chrysler 200S AWD	I am going to go with none of the above. With 10-12 grand you should look for a newer smaller American car, or an older Honda/Toyota/Nissan, otherwise you will have issues. J-bodys have tons of aftermarket and the ecotec engine is designed by Lotus. Civic has tons of aftermarket and if tastfully done could be very nice. An older Maxima might be fun. Those are my suggestions. __________________ -Mike

12-01-2004, 02:51 PM	#7
GrahamKracka WannaBe Fat Kid AKA: Richard Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: San Antonio, Texas Age: 36 Posts: 1,517 Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Titan	have fun trying to find a vr-4 in decent condition for that price

12-01-2004, 04:41 PM	#11
AznGA GAGT - Junkie AKA: YJ Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Midwest Posts: 4,440 Vehicle: GAGT	VR4 is a good car, but I would also strongly consider the 01 Bonnie SSEi. 3800 SC..yummy. I like the looks of those new Bonnies.

12-01-2004, 06:02 PM	#12
jake3217 Operation .500 AKA: J Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: - Posts: 484 Vehicle: -	I would get the SSEi if I were you. 3800 S/C and features up the wazoo. I can tell you first hand it is a very smooth ride, but you won't feel disconnected from the road. __________________ Mods: 15" hubcaps, cold Wisconsin air, brand new FRAM air filter, newly flushed radiator

12-01-2004, 10:41 PM	#13
cradled sugar coated sour AKA: Tate Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: tucson, AZ Posts: 67 Vehicle: 2006 PBM M6 GTO	why not look for a nice third or fourth gen f-body? there's power and beauty.

12-02-2004, 01:52 AM	#14
95-GT Slow 5.0 AKA: David Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Heights, MI Age: 36 Posts: 2,365 Vehicle: 89 5.0 Mustang LX	#2 out of those. I wouldnt waste my cash on a VR4, I raced one from a roll once and he was no where to be found. They are quick out of the hole and thats it.

12-02-2004, 05:30 AM	#15
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	I dont like any of those choices for 10-12k you can do better __________________ My Pics

12-06-2004, 08:50 PM	#16
DirtyTexas070 pwn nubs AKA: Justin Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Mechanicsville(near Richmond) VA Age: 35 Posts: 87 Vehicle: 2002 Grand Am GT	thanks for the input yall

12-06-2004, 09:16 PM	#18
Lash Slow 5.0 AKA: Luke Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Milwaukee Age: 42 Posts: 1,047 Vehicle: '02 ZR-2/ '89 LX 5.0	^ ditto __________________ Pinto II http://videos.streetfire.net/video/4...f3013c716f.htm http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...mustangpic.jpg

12-06-2004, 09:18 PM	#20
AznGA GAGT - Junkie AKA: YJ Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Midwest Posts: 4,440 Vehicle: GAGT	Today I saw this late model SSEi Bonniville. It had aftermarket rims, exhaust and hood. It looked very nice.

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