Cars under 35k

[SaleenASL]

Im compiling this list for my use. u can look at it if you wish, and even add some of your own, but DO NOT repeat cars that have already been posted. and keep em under 35k.

These arent necessarily cars i would definately want to own, just cars i would consider owning. they are all under 35k. most are in the higher trim levels, and thus more expensive then the bare bones models.

well here is the list, and i hope to add to it soon.

Ford Mustang GT Coupe (Delux Package) $23,845
V8 4.6L 260HP

Ford Focus ZX3 (premium package) $14,330
2.0L Zetec 130HP

Subaru Impreza WRX $23,995
2.0L 227HP

Mitsubishi Lancer OZ $15,597
2.0L 120HP

Mistsubishi Eclipse GT $21,227
V6 3.0L 200HP

Toyota Celica GT-S $22,040
1.8L 180HP

Honda S2000 $32,400
2.0L 240HP

Acura RSX Type S $23,170
2.0L 200HP

Chevy Cavalier LS Sport Coupe - $17,120
2.2L 140HP

 

[boombexus]

Well, I always have to go with my car.

Lexus IS 300

 

[SaleenASL]

Originally posted by boombexus
Well, I always have to go with my car.

Lexus IS 300

edit in the price and engine config/specs. follow the template please

 

[boombexus]

Ooops.

Lexus IS 300

3.0L 24 valve Inline-6.
215HP and 218 ft/lb torque.
I paid $31,000 and change.
MSRP at the time, 2001, $35,000

 

[Klostrophobic]

BMW330Ci
(3.0 Liter) 2D Coupe $32645.00

Nissan 350Z
(3.5 Liter 6 Speed) 2D Coupe (6-Spd.) $30627.00

Toyota MR2 SPYDER $21479.00
Convertible 2D (5-Spd.)

Volkswagen GTI VR6 $19813.00
(2.8 Liter) 2D Hatchback

Out of all the cars mentioned I want an RSX.

 

[1X83Z]

Klos is wrong, what he actually wants is a ZX3 Focus and $21k in the bank.

He wants it yellow, too.

 

[Klostrophobic]

Lemon.

 

[SaleenASL]

i dont like yellow as a car color. but thats my opin.

 

[MazKid]

Mazda 6 S
3.0L V6 218HP approx. $22,000

Mazda RX-8
1.3L Renesis Rotary 250HP Approx $30,000

Mazda Protege 5
2.0L I.4 130HP $18, 000

Mazda Miata LS
1.8L I.4 165HP $21,000

That's all for now...

 

[SaleenASL]

thanks for those contributions. i was bored today, and i started thinking of cars that i could actually afford one day. there are some pretty slick cars for under 35k.

 

[boombexus]

You can always count on me for the IS 300, and MazKid for anything Mazda!

 

[SaleenASL]

*posted in wrong thread. mods please delete this post.

*edit.

 

[MazKid]

Actually, all current and up coming Mazdas are below 35K...

 

[SaleenASL]

even with the top trim levels?

 

[MazKid]

Yep. As of now, the most expensive Mazda is the Millenia, the top one is about 26K...220HP Supercharge V6, but it's obsolete now that the 6 is coming...

 

[Goosemandu]

Dodge Stealth R/T 5-Speed. Hehe, I know its under 35K, but also under 10-15k.

 

[TVRKing]

Does £ count?

 

[Joey D]

Originally posted by Goosemandu
Dodge Stealth R/T 5-Speed. Hehe, I know its under 35K, but also under 10-15k.

Either the Stealth or the 3000GT depending on if you want Japanese or American.

I personally like a brand new 2003 Mitsu Eclipse Spyder.

If you want new I really can't help to much but for used I can.

 

[1X83Z]

Originally posted by MazKid
Yep. As of now, the most expensive Mazda is the Millenia, the top one is about 26K...220HP Supercharge V6, but it's obsolete now that the 6 is coming...

I agree. I see the Mazda6 as a saviour for a company with an image problem (or at least it had an image problem a year or two ago) but also as a redefinition of an image problem. Why must they replace two sedans at once? It's nearly a mistake.

Of course, it's not like the large Japanese sedan has ever sold well in America.

 

[MazKid]

M5, they never had an image problem, they simply changed it starting in '98 with all of the cars really. Mazda seems to be constently evolving in the right direction. And the 6 is a combination of the Millenia and the 626. The S has the power of the Millenia with the size of the 626. It's actually a great idea since in recent years both cars haven't sold well...

 

[1X83Z]

Well, in the early nineties, Mazda was a bit of a stodgy company that seriously needed re-inventing. The Millenia and 626 were both pretty crappy compared with the standards at the time, and the MPV was so anti-mainstream that hardly anyone considered it.

A couple years ago when Miata sales took off, a lot of things happened right for Mazda and the 'sporty' image came soon after.

I think anyone would agree the 626 isn't selling because it isn't up with current competition, or that it hasn't been in the past giving it a poor image (though the requirement for premium fuel is no help for it). I still believe that Mazda completely has the power to become the next huge Japanese company (Honda, Toyota), however it needs more range (Toyota, for example, has like six SUV's not counting Lexus's three), and I'm not sure Ford will let it take that range.

I wish I had made this three posts since the site is close to 300,000 'official' posts.

 

[MazKid]

Well, the MPV from 1989 through 1997 was a great van, we have had 2(89 V6 that was totalled thanks to a red light running delivery van, and a flawless '92 V6 that looks brand new)of em and they are great, they last forever. In Canada, they had the V6 with a 5 speed manuel...talk about cool since the US only had the I.4 with the manuel. I actually like the look of the MPV over most of the mini vans of that time. The Quest/Villager has this cheapo look to it, and is the same on the inside(cause my uncle has one). The Previa looks like a pill bug, rolly polly or what ever you want to call it. The Odessy was ok. But I still see the MPV as the top of the time.

That would be good about the SUVs, but I doubt that Ford would let them do that for fear that they would outsell thier own SUVs.

 

[1X83Z]

I agree - frankly, I loved the MPV when it had all-wheel drive and four standard-opening doors, but the mainstream at the time was the Caravan and Voyager. No Japanese minivans made a nickel during that period (remember the Previa? Crap that was ugly).

Speaking of the Odyssey, I consider the worst move in automotive history (yes, all of it) the day Isuzu decided to stop making a version of the Odyssey ('Oasis') due to low sales. Nowadays, most critics consider the Odyssey the best minivan for sale. If only Isuzu had stuck with it for two more years, they could share the wealth....

 

[Hooligan]

Originally posted by MazKid
Mazda 6 S
3.0L V6 218HP approx. $22,000

Mazda RX-8
1.3L Renesis Rotary 250HP Approx $30,000

Mazda Protege 5
2.0L I.4 130HP $18, 000

Mazda Miata LS
1.8L I.4 165HP $21,000

That's all for now...

I don't know. How about trying a Mazda for a change?

 

[Joey D]

I all depends on what you are looking for. A sports car, Sedan, truck, etc.

 

[MaximumPonies]

I'd have to go with my car also. I absolutely love it!

Pontiac Grand Prix GTP Coupe (1SA Package) $29,595
3.8L 3800 Series II Supercharged V6
240BHP

 

[Talentless]

Ith the MR2 is rather ugly, but, whatever. Hmmmm

 

[SaleenASL]

Hyundai Tiburon GT (top trim level) $19,997
V6 2.7L Six Speed Manual 181HP

I cant say that i am a fan of hyundai, and i think their quality is questionable, but i do find this car interesting. especially the price.

 

[Klostrophobic]

Yeah, it's kind of expensize when you can get an RSX for four thousand more.

 

[Hell Patrol]

Oh ya btw WRX is 2.0 liter not 2.5
the RS came with 2.5