I'd like some serious opinions.
04-16-2006, 01:29 PM
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Re: I'd like some serious opinions.
Originally Posted by smooshie butt
Since when? From what I've researched, their only downfall is the turbochargers, which do not survive for much longer than 100k miles thanks to the excessive heat they generate and hold onto due to their tight placement within the engine bay. But a k04 Upgrade will fix that problem, along with giving you a metric shit-ton of more power.
And fast as a stock S4 isnt saying all that much, my SRT4 is as fast as a stock S4.
And fast as a stock S4 isnt saying all that much, my SRT4 is as fast as a stock S4.
Yeah, power increase is nice with the K04 option, but don't get me started on that versus the Garret options. I think you may want to read about other problems they have. DV issues and expensive hose replacements. There is a reason Samco makes replacement "boost hose" kits for these things. The factory ones are complete shit and do not last.
These cars are not cheap to work on either. To replace the turbos you basically remove the engine - right Dave?
Don't get me wrong, they are fantastic vehicles, but I don't think they fit into what Joe is looking for. I'd love to see him rock one.
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04-16-2006, 01:31 PM
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Re: I'd like some serious opinions.
Originally Posted by blah
Joe, try shopping around for another insurance carrier. Those seem kinda high for 6 months.
04-16-2006, 01:32 PM
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Re: I'd like some serious opinions.
Originally Posted by blah
Joe, try shopping around for another insurance carrier. Those seem kinda high for 6 months.
04-16-2006, 01:39 PM
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Re: I'd like some serious opinions.
Originally Posted by Fat Nick
180 for a Civic!!!! I pay 159 for a GTO and I'm also 20 and have 2 tickets.
04-16-2006, 02:21 PM
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this is tough, to me it sounds like an ls1 and only an ls1 will make you truely happy. yea the audi is nice and so is the subie but will you be content with it later down the road? if so great.
but if you pick up a stock ls1, it will be plenty quick and efficient stock, and have tons of potential for later down the road when you can afford a daily driver.
and it is possible to get an ls1 for around 10k, might not be an 01 or come loaded but their resale is really takin a dip with the gas prices, and they arent too bad. im gettin 21 average, and 31 highway.
as for insurance, look at geico for cheap rates. maybe if you have to, pick up a beater to get around in for a year or two then think about a good ls1 that you can keep.
bottom line is dont get somethin if you have any doubt you wont be content with it, you need something perfect that you can keep
but if you pick up a stock ls1, it will be plenty quick and efficient stock, and have tons of potential for later down the road when you can afford a daily driver.
and it is possible to get an ls1 for around 10k, might not be an 01 or come loaded but their resale is really takin a dip with the gas prices, and they arent too bad. im gettin 21 average, and 31 highway.
as for insurance, look at geico for cheap rates. maybe if you have to, pick up a beater to get around in for a year or two then think about a good ls1 that you can keep.
bottom line is dont get somethin if you have any doubt you wont be content with it, you need something perfect that you can keep
04-16-2006, 02:42 PM
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Re: I'd like some serious opinions.
heh you could get a 99 Miata anniversary edition from linton motorsports for 12K. 25/29 mpg. Chick car maybe, but handling's great and its in a sexy blue color. Lol just throwing that out there. Havent a clue what insurance would be though. I saw it in person, imacculate condition!
04-16-2006, 03:08 PM
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That's an odd recommendation. That's also a pretty high price imo. I don't think any 99 model is worth over $10k...anniversary or not.
04-16-2006, 03:32 PM
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Re: I'd like some serious opinions.
Originally Posted by Hybrid AWD
Yeah, good advice. I just switched from State Farm to Nationwide.... $about $80 difference a month.
thats cause state farm blows.