Time for a new car! - Subaru Enthusiasts Car Club of the Sierras

JC · 2006-12-06, 07:26 PM

No for real this time. Once the frame (unibody) on the RS got bent I decided I really had to finally let it go. Now I'm graduating will have a job inside of two weeks and it's time to start looking.

My choices...

2005-2006 STi
Keeping with the Subaru habit. I like the torque and out of the box performance. On the negative side, they always feel soft and heavy when I drive them and lack of a sunroof FTL.

2003+ EVO GSR or MR
It's a Mitsu so I have to deal with douchebag owners. Sharper than the STi and better looking, but less of punch in the stomach torque.

2005+ Tacoma TRD extended cab 4x4
Return to my 4x4 roots. Still has decent power but I can take it camping and off-roading. Girls probably like it more than either of the cars too.

2004+ Titan
Bigger and cooler looking than the Tacoma and usually cheaper too. V8 power but also V8 mpg and it's large for driving in LA.

Outside chances if I get a really good job...

2007 335ci
It's an awesome car but I might (will) feel like a tool for dropping $45k on a car.

2005 Elise
It's an elise, but it's also an elise. Fun but not practical.

Any suggestions or thoughts?

Forgotten · 2006-12-06, 07:38 PM

In before the "bugeye" response...

kidatari · 2006-12-06, 08:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Forgotten

In before the "bugeye" response...

Damn you!

JonnydaJibba · 2006-12-06, 08:39 PM

I voted for all of them except the Evo. Dunno why.

BTW I call dibbs on everything kthnks.

Kevin M · 2006-12-06, 08:57 PM

I vote STi, because given your lack of autocross and track habits, the Evo is only superior for street racing really. It will get old fast as a daily driver. But either is better than the rest of your choices.

Joeyy · 2006-12-06, 09:08 PM

Dude, I got your sunroof for you. The 2007 WRX STI Limited. Leather, sunroof and no shopping cart handle.

http://www.subaru.com/sub/misc/2007/sti/index.html

Nick Koan · 2006-12-06, 09:43 PM

I still have a soft spot for Tacomas.

I say it or the STi (and you are a GC traitor, but I'm cool with that).

100_Percent_Juice · 2006-12-06, 09:45 PM

this is what you need for LA.

cody · 2006-12-06, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joeyy

Dude, I got your sunroof for you. The 2007 WRX STI Limited. Leather, sunroof and no shopping cart handle.

http://www.subaru.com/sub/misc/2007/sti/index.html

+1

ScottyS · 2006-12-06, 11:50 PM

None of the above. LGT Wagon 5MT.

Bob Danger · 2006-12-07, 01:06 AM

Lancers are a dime a dozen in So Cal, you should mix things up and buy a STI

Bob Danger · 2006-12-07, 03:38 AM

But if you buy this I would be more than willing to drive it to LA for you.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-...QQcmdZViewItem

AtomicLabMonkey · 2006-12-07, 05:04 AM

If you still have a 2nd car for practical driving, Elise hands-down.

MPREZIV · 2006-12-07, 07:29 AM

traitor...

kidatari · 2006-12-07, 08:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicLabMonkey

If you still have a 2nd car for practical driving, Elise hands-down.

I concur. Except change the Elise to an Exige

JC · 2006-12-07, 08:14 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joeyy

Dude, I got your sunroof for you. The 2007 WRX STI Limited. Leather, sunroof and no shopping cart handle.

http://www.subaru.com/sub/misc/2007/sti/index.html

I don't want an 07. Subaru keeps making their cars worse.

Quote:

Originally Posted by 100_Percent_Juice

this is what you need for LA.

That would basically be it, except a king cab.

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScottyS

None of the above. LGT Wagon 5MT.

I can't drive a Legacy they are uncomfortable for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bob Danger

But if you buy this I would be more than willing to drive it to LA for you.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-...QQcmdZViewItem

It would be more like this...
http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.js...e=&cardist=544

Quote:

Originally Posted by AtomicLabMonkey

If you still have a 2nd car for practical driving, Elise hands-down.

I could probably swing two cars, but I wouldn't be buying another condo/house anytime soon. So I dunno if I like that plan. My car choice is partially dependent on whether I decide to buy a place there too.

sperry · 2006-12-07, 08:43 AM

-1 on the Elise. They are *really* small. I mean *really*. Think "Miata without the massive expanses of people and storage space". Think "a Goldwing motorcycle can carry twice as much stuff". Think "dear god, why did I spend $30k on the car with the equivalent practicality of a scooter". The only thing an Elise does well is drive at the track... no space, no power steering, no torque, stiff clutch, loud, windy, darty. It's basically a street legal Kart. You better have a nice comfortable truck in addition to that Elise, and a garage to park the Elise in.

As far as the other choices... since you're not autocrossing it, stock for stock, I think the STI > EVO... it's nicer, more fun to drive on the street (torque), rides better, and if you're willing to pull off the wing it draws less attention. But in LA, either car is gonna be a dime-a-dozen and the chicks will be turned off by the boy-racer aspect. If you're gonna live in LA and bother to play the game there, you'll need the new BMW at a minimum, or it's no plasticly endowed women for you. <insert Swinger's "what car do you drive" clip here>

And to the trucks... you're right, the mileage on the Titan would suck compared to the Toyota. It's by far the most practical choice on your list. I'm not sure that's a good thing, since cars IMO should be more fun then practical sometimes... but I think you'd be happier w/ a truck you like right now, then pick up a GC with a swap or even that Elise in the future.

cody · 2006-12-07, 08:53 AM

M3?

AtomicLabMonkey · 2006-12-07, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sperry

The only thing an Elise does well is drive at the track... no space, no power steering, no torque, stiff clutch, loud, windy, darty. It's basically a street legal Kart.

Exactly.

JC · 2006-12-07, 02:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sperry

And to the trucks... you're right, the mileage on the Titan would suck compared to the Toyota. It's by far the most practical choice on your list. I'm not sure that's a good thing, since cars IMO should be more fun then practical sometimes... but I think you'd be happier w/ a truck you like right now, then pick up a GC with a swap or even that Elise in the future.

Ya I think I've basically settled on a Tacoma. I've wanted one for a long time and it's something I can see myself keeping until it can't run anymore. I might try to slide into a condo though, so all my money will go towards that at first if I do. So the truck would be put off a few months. We'll see, I got my first offer today and it's solid but I was hoping for more so I'm not jumping at the thought of throwing down a ton of money. haha Then I will start the search for a low mileage GM coupe...

ScottyS · 2006-12-07, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JC

I can't drive a Legacy they are uncomfortable for me.

khail19 · 2006-12-07, 05:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScottyS

JC has mad street cred, and a LGT isn't hardcore enough to roll in.

JC · 2006-12-07, 08:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ScottyS

It hurts my leg bad after like 20 mins. Dunno why. Plus it's not mad tyte yo.

dknv · 2006-12-08, 09:40 AM

With a new job, are you going to be spending more hours at work, than hours driving a fun car? If so -- I'd be spending the money on a functional vehicle with good visibility for those SoCal freeway driving experiences; yet still has smart looks.
Yay for you on having choices.

ScottyS · 2006-12-08, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JC

It hurts my leg bad after like 20 mins. Dunno why. Plus it's not mad tyte yo.

Ow. That's too bad. Different seating geometry, hm?

Mad tyte? I think Mike's new M3 qualifies.

View Poll Results: Next car?
STi	11	47.83%
EVO	6	26.09%
Tacoma	6	26.09%
Titan	3	13.04%
You are a GC traitor	9	39.13%
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 23. You may not vote on this poll

2006-12-06, 07:26 PM	#1
JC Ask me about dubs! Real Name: JC Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Orange, CA Posts: 2,895 Car: 2013 Triumph Speed Triple R	Time for a new car! No for real this time. Once the frame (unibody) on the RS got bent I decided I really had to finally let it go. Now I'm graduating will have a job inside of two weeks and it's time to start looking. My choices... 2005-2006 STi Keeping with the Subaru habit. I like the torque and out of the box performance. On the negative side, they always feel soft and heavy when I drive them and lack of a sunroof FTL. 2003+ EVO GSR or MR It's a Mitsu so I have to deal with douchebag owners. Sharper than the STi and better looking, but less of punch in the stomach torque. 2005+ Tacoma TRD extended cab 4x4 Return to my 4x4 roots. Still has decent power but I can take it camping and off-roading. Girls probably like it more than either of the cars too. 2004+ Titan Bigger and cooler looking than the Tacoma and usually cheaper too. V8 power but also V8 mpg and it's large for driving in LA. Outside chances if I get a really good job... 2007 335ci It's an awesome car but I might (will) feel like a tool for dropping $45k on a car. 2005 Elise It's an elise, but it's also an elise. Fun but not practical. Any suggestions or thoughts? __________________ Actually, I am a rocket scientist.

2006-12-06, 07:38 PM	#2
Forgotten EJ22 Join Date: Jan 2005 Posts: 348 Car: 05 STi	In before the "bugeye" response... __________________ "I piss 200 horsepower." -MattR

2006-12-06, 08:39 PM	#4
JonnydaJibba EJ207 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Reno/Sparks, Nevada Posts: 3,482 Car: 2000 2.5RS Class: RestNPeace Master Slurper.	I voted for all of them except the Evo. Dunno why. BTW I call dibbs on everything kthnks. __________________ "Why do chicks tell you to call and then not answer....so gay." "Cuz girls are fags I dunno"

2006-12-06, 08:57 PM	#5
Kevin M EJ22T Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Reno Posts: 9,445 Car: '93/'01 GF6, mostly red Class: 19 FP	I vote STi, because given your lack of autocross and track habits, the Evo is only superior for street racing really. It will get old fast as a daily driver. But either is better than the rest of your choices. __________________ FWD is the new AWD

2006-12-06, 09:08 PM	#6
Joeyy i can has kart? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: CA Posts: 1,228	Dude, I got your sunroof for you. The 2007 WRX STI Limited. Leather, sunroof and no shopping cart handle. http://www.subaru.com/sub/misc/2007/sti/index.html

2006-12-06, 09:43 PM	#7
Nick Koan JDM Cowboy Real Name: Nick Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Somewhere Posts: 8,642 Car: 2015 Mazda 3	I still have a soft spot for Tacomas. I say it or the STi (and you are a GC traitor, but I'm cool with that). __________________ While a standard engine is powered by a belt connected to the crankshaft, a turbo engine runs on its own exhaust steam, making it more energy efficient. -- CNN

2006-12-06, 09:45 PM	#8
100_Percent_Juice (40 percent vodka) Real Name: Joel Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,446 Car: 2004WRX Class: Baby-Hauler/GroceryGetter	this is what you need for LA. __________________ "A power nap is when you sleep on someone who is weaker than you." - Dimitri Martin

2006-12-06, 11:50 PM	#10
ScottyS EJ205 Real Name: It is real! Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: RNO Posts: 2,367 Car: 1998 Impreza Wagon, 1991 Legacy Turbo Sedan, 2003 Nissan Xterra Class: tvFree Yes, I'll fix it for you. Again.	None of the above. LGT Wagon 5MT. __________________ "Trend Number One is that people aren't getting any smarter." Dogbert

2006-12-07, 01:06 AM	#11
Bob Danger Tape Terrorist Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Melmac Posts: 1,792 Car: ? Class: Retired! Warning: Prolonged eye contact may cause insanity	Lancers are a dime a dozen in So Cal, you should mix things up and buy a STI __________________ A fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi.

2006-12-07, 03:38 AM	#12
Bob Danger Tape Terrorist Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Melmac Posts: 1,792 Car: ? Class: Retired! Warning: Prolonged eye contact may cause insanity	But if you buy this I would be more than willing to drive it to LA for you. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2007-...QQcmdZViewItem __________________ A fronte praecipitium a tergo lupi.

2006-12-07, 05:04 AM	#13
AtomicLabMonkey Nightwalker Real Name: Austin Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Oshkosh, WI Posts: 4,063 Car: '13 WRX YGBSM	If you still have a 2nd car for practical driving, Elise hands-down. __________________ "None of you seem to understand. I'm not locked in here with you.. you're locked in here with me."

2006-12-07, 07:29 AM	#14
MPREZIV Token Real Name: Le Stig Afrique? Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: sitting next to a big yellow box Posts: 3,589 Car: 2001 Impreza 2.5 RS Class: 05 TDSP No, I won't work on your car. F your car*	traitor... __________________ "...these condoms have a topical anesthetic to reduce sensitivity, so you can last longer. What a paradox. You can't feel a thing, but you can f*ck for HOURS..."

2006-12-07, 08:43 AM	#17
sperry The Doink Real Name: Scott Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 20,335 Car: '09 OBXT, '02 WRX, '96 Miata Class: PDX/TT-6 The way out is through	-1 on the Elise. They are really small. I mean really. Think "Miata without the massive expanses of people and storage space". Think "a Goldwing motorcycle can carry twice as much stuff". Think "dear god, why did I spend $30k on the car with the equivalent practicality of a scooter". The only thing an Elise does well is drive at the track... no space, no power steering, no torque, stiff clutch, loud, windy, darty. It's basically a street legal Kart. You better have a nice comfortable truck in addition to that Elise, and a garage to park the Elise in. As far as the other choices... since you're not autocrossing it, stock for stock, I think the STI > EVO... it's nicer, more fun to drive on the street (torque), rides better, and if you're willing to pull off the wing it draws less attention. But in LA, either car is gonna be a dime-a-dozen and the chicks will be turned off by the boy-racer aspect. If you're gonna live in LA and bother to play the game there, you'll need the new BMW at a minimum, or it's no plasticly endowed women for you. <insert Swinger's "what car do you drive" clip here> And to the trucks... you're right, the mileage on the Titan would suck compared to the Toyota. It's by far the most practical choice on your list. I'm not sure that's a good thing, since cars IMO should be more fun then practical sometimes... but I think you'd be happier w/ a truck you like right now, then pick up a GC with a swap or even that Elise in the future. __________________ Is you is, or is you ain't, my con-stit-u-ints?

2006-12-07, 08:53 AM	#18
cody Candy Mountain Real Name: Cody Join Date: May 2005 Location: Californication Posts: 7,751 Car: 03 Pussy Wagon, now with more pink! Class: TESP OMG Internet!	M3?

2006-12-08, 09:40 AM	#24
dknv EJ207 Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: 39n53, 119w90 Posts: 2,698 Car: RX-8 Class: CS maybe	With a new job, are you going to be spending more hours at work, than hours driving a fun car? If so -- I'd be spending the money on a functional vehicle with good visibility for those SoCal freeway driving experiences; yet still has smart looks. Yay for you on having choices.

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