Zytek_Fan's car search continues!

[Ferrer]

Originally Posted by john14

By the way, what is the difference between a Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution RS and a GSR. I believe the GSR model has better car features than the RS model.

IIRC the GSR is the road-oriented car while the RS is the race ready one.

[jediali]

Originally Posted by Ferrer

I think that the main problem with modern Audis is the steering feel.

There just isn't any.

I dont disagree...what they have done with the B8 A4 is particularly dissapointing from what I hear (No test drive yet, audi dealers arent very accomodating). The B7 rs4 was praised for great turn in feel wrt M3..i can relate to this but after that its worse in other deptartments. Just as well it has other strengths ...

[Zytek_Fan]

Originally Posted by Ferrer

I think that the main problem with modern Audis is the steering feel.

There just isn't any.

Can't be as bad as modern Toyota's. I hate driving my mom's Toyota Sienna, because there is no steering feel at all.

[Zytek_Fan]

Originally Posted by jediali

I dont disagree...what they have done with the B8 A4 is particularly dissapointing from what I hear (No test drive yet, audi dealers arent very accomodating). The B7 rs4 was praised for great turn in feel wrt M3..i can relate to this but after that its worse in other deptartments. Just as well it has other strengths ...

I hate it when car companies start appealing to the masses
At least you can change the handling and stuff with the onboard computer, so you may be able to get more steering feel, though that might only be on the S4. RS4, S6, and RS6...

[2ndclasscitizen]

Originally Posted by Ferrer

IIRC the GSR is the road-oriented car while the RS is the race ready one.

Correct. Though before the Evos, the GSRs were the turbo AWD models. There was a Lancer GSR and Galant GSR, and both are definite sleepers. They didn't come with lairy bodykits or anything to signify what was lurking beneath.

[Zytek_Fan]

I'm definitely going to try to get a nice BMW now.
More of a driver's car, nothing but good reviews, maintenance is only slightly more than Japanese cars...

[h22a]

any E36 320i+ dont touch the 318i
try and source a M3 E36 3.0 5 speed. will be difficult to find one in your price range though but you might lucky....if not go 325i/328i

[Zytek_Fan]

Found a 1993 Mercedes E420 for $3500.
Looks to be in good condition, and it's local, so I'm going to go look at it tomorrow.

[Type17]

If you want a driver's car save up another 3-4 grand and buy a Nissan 300ZX. It's faster and probably handles better than any 3 series and you'll enjoy working on it when the time comes. And on the plus side I'm sure Nissan would be able to supply you with anything you need plus the ridiculous amount of after market support.

I think you're throwing money out the window if you're seriously considering cars that have over 150,000 miles... especially high maintenance european cars.

[clutch-monkey]

Originally Posted by Type17

If you want a driver's car save up another 3-4 grand and buy a Nissan 300ZX. It's faster and probably handles better than any 3 series and you'll enjoy working on it when the time comes. And on the plus side I'm sure Nissan would be able to supply you with anything you need plus the ridiculous amount of after market support.

they're getting a bit old and tired... enjoy working on them? not with that engine bay!

[Zytek_Fan]

Saving up another 3-4 grand isn't an option really.
If I did do that, I'd buy an Audi A6 or a BMW 540i

[kingofthering]

Originally Posted by Type17

If you want a driver's car save up another 3-4 grand and buy a Nissan 300ZX. It's faster and probably handles better than any 3 series and you'll enjoy working on it when the time comes. And on the plus side I'm sure Nissan would be able to supply you with anything you need plus the ridiculous amount of after market support.

I think you're throwing money out the window if you're seriously considering cars that have over 150,000 miles... especially high maintenance european cars.

Insurance for people like him (and I) for a car like that is somewhere in the stratospheric range.

Remember when Jeremy Clarkson got the 10K quote for his Escort Cosworth? It's going to be something like that.

[Type17]

Originally Posted by kingofthering

Insurance for people like him (and I) for a car like that is somewhere in the stratospheric range.

Remember when Jeremy Clarkson got the 10K quote for his Escort Cosworth? It's going to be something like that.

I have a 1992 3000GT VR4 (Twin Turbo) registered under my name and with basic insurance and insurance is only costing me $202 a month. If the car is old then insurance wont be a lot because the blue book value of the car is low. If he gets full coverage and insures upgrades and what not, then yeah it'll be huge. The only downside to what my insurance company does now is that if i get in a crash and it's my fault then they don't pay or fix my car, i have to either do it myself or just write it off.

My insurance company is very relaxed with new drivers though so their policies are very good for young drivers. I tried insuring the same car with an insurance company called "The Personal" and they refused to insure me despite having a clean record. His insurance quote will depend on his insurance company as well. If he shops around he can get something better.

If anyone in Ontario is looking for a good and cheap insurance company for young drivers call Bell Air Insurance. Just 411 the number... too lazy to dig it up now.

Zytek_Fan, its your choice what you wanna get, my suggestion is go Japanese + Turbo if you want a driver's car but I can tell you have an affinity for European Luxury cars. I personally think you're gonna regret it but you can't argue with what ones heart wants.

[Type17]

Originally Posted by clutch-monkey

they're getting a bit old and tired... enjoy working on them? not with that engine bay!

Lol the 3000GT engine bay is just as bad. True the 300ZX are getting old but you can't deny the appeal they have and they will still absolutely eat 90% of all that's on the road.

The good condition ones are still worth a LOT of money.

[Zytek_Fan]

I found a 1994 BMW 540i for $2500.
Exterior looks pretty good, interior needs to be put back together according to the description (waiting for pics from seller).
edit: It has 132,000 miles.
Seller said he'd get me pics as soon as possible.