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Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
I'm looking into getting a different daily driver but I don't know what to decide on. I want something with a decent amount of torque and is a comfortable and reliable to drive. Two door or four door, doesn't matter, must be manual transmission though. Open to all suggestions. [patriot]
 
Posted by phildog (Member # 1214) on :
 
Fiesta ST. Cheap, fun, 30+ mpg. I love mine. It's small and maneuverable, and lots of fun around town.
 
Posted by 97cobra209 (Member # 11376) on :
 
Cts v,Audi is4, vw vr6, Svt cobra, coyote 5.0
 
Posted by 97cobra209 (Member # 11376) on :
 
What's your price range?
 
Posted by BULLITTMAN (Member # 8468) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by phildog:
Fiesta ST. Cheap, fun, 30+ mpg. I love mine. It's small and maneuverable, and lots of fun around town.
+1 on the Fiesta ST! It's a gocart with 4 doors and once you drive one you will love it.
 
Posted by Not_so_Stealth (Member # 7849) on :
 
+2

I really enjoy the Fiesta ST as a daily driver. Enough power and torque to be entertaining, handles well, fits in compact parking spots with room to spare and gets decent fuel economy.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Thanks for the suggestions but I'll have to pass on Fiesta.
CTSV's are nice but I honestly think they're overpriced for what they are.
I've been kicking the idea of getting a 11-14 5.0 for a daily but I'm still exploring other cars to see if there are any other good choices because I already have a Mustang. Now as far as budget I'm trying to stay like low/mid 20's and under.
 
Posted by ed650 (Member # 9897) on :
 
I know of a guy in sac selling a base package 2012 5.0 black exterior and black interior with 17k miles for 21k. You already have a mustang but you can't drive it to the mall without having to worry if its going to still be there when you come back. I say a coyote for dd 16mpg/26mpg and fox to modify.
 
Posted by 97cobra209 (Member # 11376) on :
 
I'd say don't shy away from an auto and look at g8 gt and chargers srt8
 
Posted by 97cobra209 (Member # 11376) on :
 
Not to mention the new coyotes are great on power,looks and comfort I have no complaints besides wanting to put it away for a while I have 88k on my 2011 already!!
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
I was looking at challengers but how are dodges transmissions nowadays?

Maybe I'll head to a Ford dealership one of these days and test drive a coyote since I've never driven or even been in one. Is there any common issues?
 
Posted by ed650 (Member # 9897) on :
 
I've been in a challenger and its feels like a boat. I bought a kona blue '11 and will be picking it up this friday. I could let you take it for a spin if your really considering a coyote.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by ed650:
I've been in a challenger and its feels like a boat. I bought a kona blue '11 and will be picking it up this friday. I could let you take it for a spin if your really considering a coyote.
Where'd you get it from? How much did you buy it for? If that's kool with you I'm down to take it for a short drive if I don't test drive one this weekend.
 
Posted by ed650 (Member # 9897) on :
 
21k and private owner in LA 35k miles premium package and brembos and best off all glass roof.
That black one i mentioned was my 2nd option,the black one still has a few months of factory warranty left.
You could get a 2013-2014 but your looking at 26k+ for a low mileage one. I decided on a 2011-2012 because you can find for 18-22k with the price difference I could supercharge it.

[ 2016-08-16, 12:52 PM: Message edited by: ed650 ]
 
Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on :
 
STi
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by ed650:
21k and private owner in LA 35k miles premium package and brembos and best off all glass roof.
That black one i mentioned was my 2nd option,the black one still has a few months of factory warranty left.
You could get a 2013-2014 but your looking at 26k+ for a low mileage one. I decided on a 2011-2012 because you can find for 18-22k with the price difference I could supercharge it.
That's a good deal then because I've been seeing them closer to 50k miles for $23k. I prefer the 11/12 front ends but I like the rear of the 13/14's so I guess either way I'll have to take what I can just gotta find the right price/miles.

Fredfifty: You mean like a Subaru?

[ 2016-08-16, 01:26 PM: Message edited by: NEIGHT ]
 
Posted by Adam5.0 (Member # 6995) on :
 
Mazdaspeed 3
 
Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :
 
MY DAILY.. drive it back and forth from Vacaville to sac.. everyday.. -
 
Posted by fredfifty (Member # 10320) on :
 
yup, subaru sti, even an older one. great cars and they hold their value
 
Posted by hidnn0s (Member # 13845) on :
 
Wife has a 2012 Jaguar XF with a 5.0 S/C engine. Great 4 door car. Comfortable yet fun in windy roads, quiet but halls out when you floor it. Ran a high 12 in it stock
 
Posted by iceman302 (Member # 7180) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by fredfifty:
yup, subaru sti, even an older one. great cars and they hold their value
I've owned a couple STi's... have a '16 now. I agree with your points but I don't think it would qualify as "comfortable". I'd say the ride quality is pretty firm. Also, the interiors and sound system were pretty "low rent" in the older ones.

Those things aside... they are reasonably quick, handle fantastically, and definitely a very reliable performance sedan.

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[ 2016-08-16, 09:45 PM: Message edited by: iceman302 ]
 
Posted by CornOil_&_Boost (Member # 5888) on :
 
02- 04 Corvette honestly would be a fun DD which gets decent MPG
 
Posted by SydeWaySix (Member # 3596) on :
 
Ecoboost '16 Mustang
 
Posted by a302juGRnot (Member # 10163) on :
 
i know you said no auto's but imo an auto is more of a daily driver...if youd be interested, e55's and 550i's are sick dd's. price range are in the 10k-15k.
 
Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
I just went through the same thing and settled on a Focus ST (ST3), 2014 with 11k miles.
 
Posted by Rigo5.0 (Member # 5247) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 68dustin:
MY DAILY.. drive it back and forth from Vacaville to sac.. everyday.. -
+1 on the Challenger (auto)

I really enjoyed mine while I was commuting from the East Bay to SF. I am sure you can find a good deal.
 
Posted by 135.0 (Member # 4992) on :
 
M3 or m4, E55 with no boost,
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Keep them coming!

-Corvettes I'll definitely pass I'm not a fan of them to own one, especially at that price.

-Ecoboost I hear have decent gettyup but I don't think I could ever own a Mustang that's not a V8 especially when I live like 5 miles from my job.

-BMW's I'm kinda staying away because that's what I DD now and I want something different.

-E55's AMG's I hear are beasts so I'll have to do some research on them and see if they come in manual.

-68Dustin: Is yours auto or manual? Any trans problems?
 
Posted by a302juGRnot (Member # 10163) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by 135.0:
M3 or m4, E55 with no boost,
all e55's are supercharged unless were talking about the e63 [Big Grin]

nieght, e55 only came in auto's. they are beasts and keep up with the same year 2 seater 3100lbs z06's... [worship]
 
Posted by 135.0 (Member # 4992) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by a302juGRnot:
quote:
Originally posted by 135.0:
M3 or m4, E55 with no boost,
all e55's are supercharged unless were talking about the e63 [Big Grin]

nieght, e55 only came in auto's. they are beasts and keep up with the same year 2 seater 3100lbs z06's... [worship]
The older ones don't have boost and are built like tanks. 350hp
 
Posted by MaK_1967v8 (Member # 12187) on :
 
I daily drive an 05 Scion TC 5 speed that I picked up for a $1000 bucks because the previous owner thought it needed a new transmission. Dropped the transmission out of the car and noticed 2 springs on the clutch were gone. New clutch and it's been solid since.

My lady drives an 08 Mazdaspeed 3. Definitely a fun little car once you put a rear solid motor mount on it.
 
Posted by 68dustin (Member # 5388) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
Keep them coming!

-Corvettes I'll definitely pass I'm not a fan of them to own one, especially at that price.

-Ecoboost I hear have decent gettyup but I don't think I could ever own a Mustang that's not a V8 especially when I live like 5 miles from my job.

-BMW's I'm kinda staying away because that's what I DD now and I want something different.

-E55's AMG's I hear are beasts so I'll have to do some research on them and see if they come in manual.

-68Dustin: Is yours auto or manual? Any trans problems?
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I have the 6 speed manual, no problems other than radiator needed replaced. I'm still on the original brake pads... just hit 120k

[ 2016-08-18, 09:35 AM: Message edited by: 68dustin ]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
I think I definitely want to stay with RWD but I do kinda like the looks on the newer Honda Accords. Anyone own one of them?

I have no kids so I definitely don't want any one of those gas saver compact cars, more along the lines of sporty/comfort type of cars. Yes I know I'm picky on my cars but I'm also gonna spend some good pennies on these cars.
 
Posted by adower (Member # 5955) on :
 
I'd pass on an e55 or any foreign car that is out of warranty. Unless you really want to work on your own ride or pay big bucks at a shop.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by adower:
I'd pass on an e55 or any foreign car that is out of warranty. Unless you really want to work on your own ride or pay big bucks at a shop.
Well I've always worked on my own cars so I just worry about common issues and part prices.
 
Posted by Mr.10psi (Member # 11062) on :
 
I love ford but honestly you cant beat an ls1 98/02 for the price.
 
Posted by sic70stang (Member # 4347) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Mr.10psi:
I love ford but honestly you cant beat an ls1 98/02 for the price.
i beat them all the time [Big Grin]
 
Posted by 87droptop50 (Member # 7185) on :
 
I'm looking for a DD also... Getting rid of the 2013 Lexus is250 F sport...

I would recommend it to anyone that isn't to big lol. I'm 6ft. And I hit my head getting into that thing. I had a black 550i m sport before and I loved it. But I'm sticking to Lexus again. Might look at some gs350s
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Mr.10psi:
I love ford but honestly you cant beat an ls1 98/02 for the price.
Only Camaros I like are the first generation. Plus I have a better chance leaving my fox out at night than a catfish nowadays.
 
Posted by i (Member # 12534) on :
 
I'll go with a jdm car. FRS, BRZ, STI, EVO or go with the OG Jdm 240sx, S2K, Rx7, Supra.
 
Posted by SLOWBACK 67 (Member # 6348) on :
 
Neight go pay cash for a used Honda,Ford compact and be done with it. Keep your stang for the weekends and save your money. [patriot]
 
Posted by Hungry Hippo (Member # 537) on :
 
Hard to beat a newer bmw with a manual transmission and rwd for a well-rounded daily driver.
 
Posted by Robb (Member # 9444) on :
 
350z/370z.

Or G35/G37 if you want a backseat/more comfort.

[ 2016-08-19, 07:14 PM: Message edited by: Robb ]
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
Choosing a new DD is harder than I thought. I'm going to keep looking around at some of the suggestions I like. I don't want to just jump on any car too soon and end up regretting it.
 
Posted by Mr.10psi (Member # 11062) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by SLOWBACK 67:
Neight go pay cash for a used Honda,Ford compact and be done with it. Keep your stang for the weekends and save your money. [patriot]
x2 to this. Get yourself a reliable 4 banger and have the 5.0 as a like a weekend warrior so when it breaks you will still have a nice daily. A cheap reliable car is a 97/01 camry.
 
Posted by NEIGHT (Member # 8741) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by Mr.10psi:
quote:
Originally posted by SLOWBACK 67:
Neight go pay cash for a used Honda,Ford compact and be done with it. Keep your stang for the weekends and save your money. [patriot]
x2 to this. Get yourself a reliable 4 banger and have the 5.0 as a like a weekend warrior so when it breaks you will still have a nice daily. A cheap reliable car is a 97/01 camry.
I hear what you guys are saying but I just want something else. I currently DD a '04 325i, it has no issues it's just that I'm kinda tired of it but I also don't want no bucket.
 
Posted by CoyoteMike (Member # 13748) on :
 
quote:
Originally posted by NEIGHT:
quote:
Originally posted by Mr.10psi:
quote:
Originally posted by SLOWBACK 67:
Neight go pay cash for a used Honda,Ford compact and be done with it. Keep your stang for the weekends and save your money. [patriot]
x2 to this. Get yourself a reliable 4 banger and have the 5.0 as a like a weekend warrior so when it breaks you will still have a nice daily. A cheap reliable car is a 97/01 camry.
I hear what you guys are saying but I just want something else. I currently DD a '04 325i, it has no issues it's just that I'm kinda tired of it but I also don't want no bucket.
Brand new Ford Focus ST (St3)....im telling ya man go test drive one!
 




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