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LotusGT1 · 09-29-2004, 05:14 AM

Originally Posted by mit5005

Well of course I want a sporty car with good handling and some good pick up. I also like the AWD that the 2 rally cars have. Looks is not that important because I like how all of those look. I am just wondering which is the best for the money when it comes to handling and performance, etc.

You just answered your own question

-> Evo 8

WhiteP · 09-29-2004, 05:45 AM

Evolution VIII MR if possible. If not, I will take the RX8 because of the pure driving pleasure... I think your driving techniques will improve if you drive a RX 8

mit5005 · 09-29-2004, 09:38 PM

Well I think the 2 top cars that I will choose between are the EVO and the RX-7. I have wanted an RX-7 for a while now because I am fascinated with the body lines and the performance potential. They are also very rare in my area so the exclusiveness would be a plus. But of course, there is the EVO MR. The ZO6 matching performance and the cheap price for the bang really turn me on and it is also a new car with warranty, etc. This is a tough decision.

TransAm · 09-29-2004, 09:53 PM

I've read / heard / seen (on JW TG) that the Evo is better than the STi.

Rotary engines can be a real PITA - if you buy an RX7 get a good warranty

RX8 I've heard is potentially much more reliable (something to do with the tips of the triangles on the rotor being made of a more durable material now)

mit5005 · 09-29-2004, 10:24 PM

Well the RX7 isn't made anymore so I can't get warranty on it. And the new Renesis engine in the RX8 is more reliable also because the exhaust port is on the side of the housing like the intake port, unlike before when it was on the outside which caused a lot of overlap for fuel to be wasted.

aks · 09-29-2004, 11:18 PM

if ur thinkin between the evo and rx-7, then go for the evo

u'll get warranty, unused car, and a lot of fun, plus u said u like AWD

mit5005 · 09-30-2004, 07:00 PM

Thanks for all your insight guys. This really helps me out actually. I haven't decided yet but when I get the car, I will happily share it with you all. Thx again..

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aks · 10-01-2004, 07:42 AM

and don't forget, lots of pics!

PeleProdigyGTO · 10-01-2004, 04:58 PM

I've got one that you NEED to check out that noone else mentioned.

Pontiac GTO... the new one... '04 or '05. This is really a great car, the interior is top notch, has a great tranny, and the styling, while a little on the bland side looks a lot better and person and is actually very impressive. You can pick up an '04 for around 27-28 grand, and a new '05 for around 33K. '04's have the LS1 and the '05s are gonna get the new LS2 with 400HP (new corvette engine.) I've driven an '04, and I'm now obsessed, I'm saving up for one right now. And the engine sounds are amazing, this car could be slower than a civic and I'd still buy it just for the sound

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RX-8... driven 2 of these, really fun car, high-revving excitement. nice interior, but kinda slower than all the others. Still a great car though.

Those are my top two, the rally cars aren't to my taste, even though they're monsters, and the 350-Z is a pile of trash, period. G35 is a nice car, drove one the other week, but it's not quite as fast as others and is really not as much fun.

So, there's my thought's, go for a new Goat (GTO) or the RX-8!!!

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mit5005 · 10-02-2004, 11:36 AM

I was actually considering the GTO. I had no idea that the new one was gettin the LS2 engine from the new Vette. I am going to test drive that tomorrow.

heyloo · 10-02-2004, 05:13 PM

I'd go for the Evo. My friend has it and it's totally amazing~

PeleProdigyGTO · 10-03-2004, 11:58 PM

Originally Posted by mit5005

I was actually considering the GTO. I had no idea that the new one was gettin the LS2 engine from the new Vette. I am going to test drive that tomorrow.

Just remember the '05s with the LS2 aren't out yet, so you'll be driving the '04 with a 350 HP LS1. Still amazing with that engine though, enjoy!

mit5005 · 10-04-2004, 08:23 PM

Well here is an update: I just came back from car searching, I stopped by Mazda, Subaru, and Dodge. I really only went to Dodge so my friend could check out the SRT-4, which was actually pretty nice. But anyways, I only got to drive the RX-8 because the guy at Subaru said we couldn't test it. I also thought it was bs that it was 36 g's, just because of a "market adjustment fee." They brought the price up 3 grand just because they only had one of them. But I did get to drive something and the RX-8 was very nice IMO. The interior is nice (I drove a black one with with two-tone red and black leather), I love the 6-speed short shifter, and I also like the the noise from the Renesis Rotary engine. Of course the only problem was the lack of power. Don't get me wrong, it is pretty quick, but not in comparison to the other cars in this price range. Next I am going to try and drive the Evo, 350z, GTO, and maybe even an S2000. More updates to come later...