UPDATE- New car. New car for my sister?

[CALL_911]

Ok, so the Avalon is gone. My sister now needs a new car. Budget is ~$20K, and would prefer a used entry-level sports sedan (I guess?)

So far, we have considered the following:
-'05 Acura TSX (most likely)
-G35x (not likely at all)
-B6 A4 1.8T quattro

Please suggest more, and list the prices.

[Cookie Monster]

Lexus IS300?

[CALL_911]

Lexus IS300?

Oh yeah, we're considering that too. But they aren't easy to find.

That, and she's hung up over RWD and snow. It's a load of BS, and don't even begin to tell me about it. I've tried convincing her, and no can do. Same thing with MT.

[Cookie Monster]

http://longisland.craigslist.org/car/597015491.html

http://longisland.craigslist.org/car/559879828.html

[2o6]

Saab 9-3 or 9-5?

[CALL_911]

Saab 9-3 or 9-5?

I'd take a TSX over one. That, and they would probably be a PITA to fix if something goes wrong.

[2o6]

I'd take a TSX over one. That, and they would probably be a PITA to fix if something goes wrong.

But they're just chevy malibus with better interiors and suspentions. The 4cyls are just turboed versions of the classic GM ECOTECs used in all GM products.





Volvo S40?

[CALL_911]

But they're just chevy malibus with better interiors and suspentions. The 4cyls are just turboed versions of the classic GM ECOTECs used in all GM products.





Volvo S40?

Oooh, I overlooked that one. Nice suggestion, thanks.

[2o6]

VW Jetta?

[TBR]

But they're just chevy malibus with better interiors and suspentions. The 4cyls are just turboed versions of the classic GM ECOTECs used in all GM products.





Volvo S40?

Using that same logic, the S40 is just a Mazda3 with a different interior (I wouldn't even say better), a worse suspension, and an extra cylinder.

[2o6]

Using that same logic, the S40 is just a Mazda3 with a different interior (I wouldn't even say better), a worse suspension, and an extra cylinder.

The S40 is a bit more luxuriant.




But would an Upper Level Mazda 3 work?

[CALL_911]

VW Jetta?

Thought about it.
TSX>Jetta.

But I don't think I would say the same for the GLI.

[TBR]

The S40 is a bit more luxuriant.




But would an Upper Level Mazda 3 work?

Have you been in one? (the S40) I don't know about NVH, but I do know that the S40's interior feels and looks cheap in person.

And, the 9-3 is a ton sportier, and more luxurious, than the Malibu was.

[Eye of the Tiger]

Using that same logic, the S40 is just a Mazda3 with a different interior (I wouldn't even say better), a worse suspension, and an extra cylinder.

Are you trying to tell me that the Mazda3 only has zero cylinders?

[ifcar]

The TSX is probably a good choice for what she seems to be looking for. Much more so than an IS300.

[Eye of the Tiger]

VW Jetta?

You have horrible taste in cars

[CALL_911]

The TSX is probably a good choice for what she seems to be looking for. Much more so than an IS300.

I'm also assuming that it will be quite reliable, right?

[2o6]

You have horrible taste in cars

Fat chick.



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Besides the TSX and the S40, there really isn't much to choose from.

[CALL_911]

Fat chick.



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Besides the TSX and the S40, there really isn't much to choose from.

There probably are choices, I just can't think of them.

[Eye of the Tiger]

Fat chick.



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Besides the TSX and the S40, there really isn't much to choose from.

Is English your first language?

[2o6]

Mercury Milan?

[CALL_911]

Mercury Milan?

GTFO.

[2o6]

GTFO.

Someone said the Fusion/Milan can be fun to drive, and the Milan is supposed to be the upper level of the Fusion......




Mini?

[TheIntrepid]

Someone said the Fusion/Milan can be fun to drive, and the Milan is supposed to be the upper level of the Fusion......

WHO is this someone?

My suggestions;
-TSX
-G35x
-A4 1.8TQ

What about a C-Class 4Matic?

[CALL_911]

WHO is this someone?

My suggestions;
-TSX
-G35x
-A4 1.8TQ

What about a C-Class 4Matic?

Those are your suggestions? Damn, why didn't I think of them?

And hell no to the C-Class.

[CALL_911]

WHO is this someone?

Actually, he's probably right. They are based off the Mazda6.

[BimmerM3]

Did I miss something where everyone decided against 325xi?

$16,980 Buy It Now:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2003-BMW-3-SERIES-325xi-AWD-Sunroof-WE-FINANCE_W0QQitemZ180222035541QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item180222035541
$16,850 Buy It Now:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2004-BMW-330xi-AWD-Excellent-Condition-Fast_W0QQitemZ130204107806QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item130204107806

$18,499 Buy It Now, only 30k miles:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2005-BMW-325XI-AWD-PREMIUM-HARMAN-K-30K-AMAZING_W0QQitemZ320224759736QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320224759736

[CALL_911]

Did I miss something where everyone decided against 325xi?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2003-BMW-3-SERIES-325xi-AWD-Sunroof-WE-FINANCE_W0QQitemZ180222035541QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item180222035541
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2004-BMW-330xi-AWD-Excellent-Condition-Fast_W0QQitemZ130204107806QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item130204107806

Only 30k miles:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2005-BMW-325XI-AWD-PREMIUM-HARMAN-K-30K-AMAZING_W0QQitemZ320224759736QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item320224759736

That was my first suggestion. She would rather have a TSX. I thought that was st00pit.

[Vinsanity]

I picked up the Caddy for $20k with 27k miles on it; you should be able to find one cheaper now

[CALL_911]

I picked up the Caddy for $20k with 27k miles on it; you should be able to find one cheaper now

No offense, but there is no way she would EVER drive a Cadillac.