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undercoverbrother · 08-02-2012, 09:59 AM

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When you're talking cute-ute performance becomes a relative term. I look at the performance of my 340-HP AWD 300C (2005) that I bought used in 2008 for $17K (new price $56,000) or my 300-HP Mustang Vert (2005) I bought used in 2011 for $11,500 (new price $33,000ish?) and wonder how on earth somebody could even consider a Juke when they could have both these cars for about the same amount of money.

fuel consumption?

Table 5 · 08-02-2012, 10:00 AM

When you're grinning ear to ear every time you drive, fuel consumption goes out the window.

undercoverbrother · 08-02-2012, 10:02 AM

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When you're grinning ear to ear every time you drive, fuel consumption goes out the window.

not if you have limited $ to throw out the window as well, which he mentioned in his first post..........

Sliver · 08-02-2012, 10:03 AM

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fuel consumption?

If you're willing to write off 20% of the value of your $25,000 car the second you drive off the lot because you want a new car (ignoring the fact that it becomes a used car one minute after you've owned it), you hardly come from a reasonable point of view to tell me all about the money you're saving because you get 10 more miles per gallon than I do. You'll never make up the difference in cost versus buying used.

Table 5 · 08-02-2012, 10:11 AM

Yeah, it's silly to play the fuel consumption game if you're wasting money elsewhere. I saved 30k off the price of my car by buying it 4 years old instead of new (and I doubt most people would be able to tell the difference...it had 18k on it). I don't care what kind of electro hybrid solar car you're driving, you're not going to save 30k of gas over the life of that car.

Btw, I think it's ok to want a new car even if it doesnt make sense. Car decisions rarely ever make the most practical sense....we buy what we love and justify it afterwards.

OilKiller · 08-02-2012, 10:13 AM

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Btw, I think it's ok to want a new car even if it doesnt make sense. Car decisions rarely ever make the most practical sense....we buy what we love and justify it afterwards.

Exactly. I'm going to be 45 this month. According to most teens and those in their 20s, I'm already dead, so I might as well enjoy a new car before I die...

Table 5 · 08-02-2012, 10:15 AM

Then eff it, get a Miata (if you like corners) or a Mustang (if you like power). You only live once.

Sliver · 08-02-2012, 10:22 AM

Great idea, Table 5! And I'm being completely serious. Get something fun, Oil Killer. Leave enough in your budget for some winter tires and you could even get away with one of those cars as your only car. Hell, a base model Mustang has like 300 HP or something now, let alone the GT with over 400. The base model would likely be within your reach.

As for the Miata, having a convertible is something everybody should own at least once in their life. It's like driving a speed boat around land...truly an awesome feeling I didn't even really know about until this year. Miatas are forever out of my reach as I don't fit in them because I'm 6'4", but they seem like a great car!

undercoverbrother · 08-02-2012, 10:24 AM

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Then eff it, get a Miata (if you like corners) or a Mustang (if you like power). You only live once.

or a monster truck is you got a small knob

OilKiller · 08-02-2012, 10:28 AM

Well, while I would love something like a Mustang, alas, it is not going to happen. Need something more reasonable. Some great suggestions in this thread, and I think I will look at a Juke as well as a Mazda 3. Maybe even a Dodge Journey.

Sliver · 08-02-2012, 10:30 AM

James at Stadium Nissan is pretty much the most honest, no-pressure salesman you could ever deal with if you want to talk to him about your Juke.

Table 5 · 08-02-2012, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Sliver

As for the Miata, having a convertible is something everybody should own at least once in their life. It's like driving a speed boat around land...truly an awesome feeling I didn't even really know about until this year. Miatas are forever out of my reach as I don't fit in them because I'm 6'4", but they seem like a great car!

You need a Boxster my friend!

It has more space inside than the Miata, but gives you much of the same feeling. I'm only 5'10 and the Miata felt a little too tight for me, so I can definitely see why you wouldn't fit.

Convertibles really are pretty special. I can't justify one as my main car right now, but some of the most fun I've ever had driving where in convertibles....a 95 911 in the country side of Connecticut, and some base Mustang in Hawaii. I tend to hate the way they look in comparison to their coupe counterparts, but it really is hard to beat the feeling of a vert.

Table 5 · 08-02-2012, 10:31 AM

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Maybe even a Dodge Journey.

I just lost all faith in humanity. I thought you said you wanted something with a personality!

undercoverbrother · 08-02-2012, 10:38 AM

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I just lost all faith in humanity. I thought you said you wanted something with a personality!

he didn't say good personality......

off on a tangent, car buying must be one of the worst things to do.....I am about to start searching, looking for an SUV, gonna try to bring something up from the states, but man, I hate it.....especially dealiing with the dealers......most are a$$holes

Sliver · 08-02-2012, 10:40 AM

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You need a Boxster my friend!

It has more space inside than the Miata, but gives you much of the same feeling. I'm only 5'10 and the Miata felt a little too tight for me, so I can definitely see why you wouldn't fit.

Convertibles really are pretty special. I can't justify one as my main car right now, but some of the most fun I've ever had driving where in convertibles....a 95 911 in the country side of Connecticut, and some base Mustang in Hawaii. I tend to hate the way they look in comparison to their coupe counterparts, but it really is hard to beat the feeling of a vert.

Oh the fun I will have when I don't need to haul my kids around! For now, I need to stick with a convertible with a back seat. I have great memories of driving my Dad's 911 Targa around in the 90s and could definitely see myself looking at Porsches again sometime.

CalgaryFan1988 · 08-02-2012, 10:42 AM

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Originally Posted by OilKiller

Well, while I would love something like a Mustang, alas, it is not going to happen. Need something more reasonable. Some great suggestions in this thread, and I think I will look at a Juke as well as a Mazda 3. Maybe even a Dodge Journey.

We looked at the Juke and settle on an Impreza hatchback sport. Essentially the same price as a Juke, both all wheel drive, but the Impreza has a lot more room and easier on the eyes IMO. They have all kinds of different models to fit your budget. The juke also has a turbo engine, which I am not a fan of, but to each their own.

http://subaru.ca/WebPage.aspx?WebPag...&WebSiteID=282

OilKiller · 08-02-2012, 10:44 AM

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I just lost all faith in humanity. I thought you said you wanted something with a personality!

Lol...

I said I would "look"...not sure about it though. Never been much of a Dodge fan.

Right now just off of looks and "pep", I'm really thinking about the Mazda 3. A little sporty but practical. OK resale value.

Burninator · 08-02-2012, 01:20 PM

I usually find that the middle trim level of cars have the best value. They usually have most of the features but less of the luxuries of the top trim level (leather, navigation etc.) I would personally never buy a base model because they are usually too lacking in features and can lose their value faster than the other trim levels. Just something to keep in mind when looking within your budget.

I've heard lots of good things about the Juke and I happen to be one of the people that like it's styling. But it has a pretty small rear seat. My girlfriend who is 5'2" thought it was a bit awkward. I think it's a better choice than the Mitsubishi RVR as that has a very uncomfortable back seat. It's also gutless, I was very disappointed by the engine when I drove one.

I would look at the Subaru Impreza. Not sure if you live somewhere with snow or ice, but the full time AWD would be nice. The new models are getting pretty good reviews.

Mazda 3 is a good choice too. I have one and it's been a very good car. Practically no problems except they can have rust problems. They may have fixed it with the newer models, but I doubt it. For the category that it's in it's probably the most fun car to drive. It's the most popular small car for a reason.

Since you are coming from an SUV I would highly recommend the hatch back versions of the last two. While I like the look of a sedan (and bought one) the hatchback is much more useful. This year with a camping trip and a cabin trip my car literally isn't big enough for two adults and a small dog with all the gear.

OilKiller · 08-02-2012, 01:23 PM

Anyone bought a Chevy Cruze? Wouldn't mind hearing some experiences if anyone has one.

Misterpants · 08-02-2012, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Sliver

Oh the fun I will have when I don't need to haul my kids around! For now, I need to stick with a convertible with a back seat. I have great memories of driving my Dad's 911 Targa around in the 90s and could definitely see myself looking at Porsches again sometime.

Didn't those have a problem with the wiring that caused smoke to pour out of the dash on occasion?