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Cutty72 · 12-10-2009, 04:30 PM

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Originally Posted by neebelung

Any of the three (the regular Mazdaspeed wasn't quite as fun) would be a great choice.

What do you call the "regular" mazda speed?

They have variations of 3 different vehicles

MazdaSpeed3 07-08-(09?)
MazdaSpeed6 06-07
MazdaSpeedRX-8 05

RACER X · 12-10-2009, 04:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Ineffable

Anyone know anything about the Honda Accords? Never owned a Honda and always had the perception they were PoS due to all the crappy civics I see on the road but that probably has more to do with my general hate for the idiots who think if they slap on a $100 bodykit they are speedracer

we have an '08 accord EX-L w/ Navi 4cyl

1) don't get nav. it sucks
2) decent car, road noise is kinda high, but we think it's in the tires.
3) no probs in 23k
4) a few squeaks
5) 4cyl is sufficient power
6) avg mpg in town is about 23-24, 29-30on hwy

HokieDNA01 · 12-10-2009, 04:36 PM

I have a 2003 Accord 4-door EX (V6). About 130,000miles and still running great. Gets about 30mpg on interstate and is quite capable of hauling a small trailer. HUGE trunk. Best think about them is they run forever and have a high resell if you do decide to sell.

neebelung · 12-10-2009, 04:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cutty72

What do you call the "regular" mazda speed?

They have variations of 3 different vehicles

MazdaSpeed3 07-08-(09?)
MazdaSpeed6 06-07
MazdaSpeedRX-8 05

Sorry, I meant regular Mazda 3. Work + forum posting = fail.

Cutty72 · 12-10-2009, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by neebelung

Sorry, I meant regular Mazda 3. Work + forum posting = fail.

Standard 3 is pretty peppy too, as long as you have the 2.3L. The 2L is a big dogish off the line.

BUT, the 2.3L can be built to Speed specs later if you want...

101lifts2 · 12-10-2009, 04:41 PM

If you are going to grad school and need mommy to "match" your down payment, why do you need a 35k car?

Get a new Aveo for 11 grand OTD and buy a better car once you get a real job.

Particle Man · 12-10-2009, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by karl_1052

Fook the STI

Legacy GT wagon(or sedan, if you are so inclined).
AWD, 2.5 turbo, tons of room for anything, and a very nice looking car IMO.

agreed. We have the sedan version and it's a GREAT car

neebelung · 12-10-2009, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Cutty72

Standard 3 is pretty peppy too, as long as you have the 2.3L. The 2L is a big dogish off the line.

BUT, the 2.3L can be built to Speed specs later if you want...

Oh I've got nothing against it; we drove it back to back with the Mazdaspeed version, so it just wasn't AS fun.

goof2 · 12-10-2009, 05:12 PM

I wouldn't want a car payment while in school, but that is just me.

With your budget I would be looking at an Infiniti G37 sedan with a manual. If you don't load it up with options the price should be about right and will cost $10k+ less than a comparable 335 BMW.

zlicius · 12-10-2009, 05:17 PM

you can't get a camaro if you can't spell it properly. :P

i'll sell you my accord for cheap. mama needs more seats!!

12-10-2009, 04:36 PM	#13
HokieDNA01 WERA White Plate Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Nashville, TN Moto: 2007 Suzuki GSX-r 750 Posts: 1,404	I have a 2003 Accord 4-door EX (V6). About 130,000miles and still running great. Gets about 30mpg on interstate and is quite capable of hauling a small trailer. HUGE trunk. Best think about them is they run forever and have a high resell if you do decide to sell. __________________ XX>XY 2014 Honda NC700X 2007 Suzuki GSX-r 750 2000 Yamaha XT225 2004 Kawasaki EX250 (sold)

12-10-2009, 04:41 PM	#16
101lifts2 WSB Champion Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Anaheim, CA Moto: 2009 Kawi ZX6R Posts: 5,570	If you are going to grad school and need mommy to "match" your down payment, why do you need a 35k car? Get a new Aveo for 11 grand OTD and buy a better car once you get a real job. __________________ Train Hard Ron Paul - 2012 Mark of Excellence GM

12-10-2009, 05:12 PM	#19
goof2 AMA Supersport Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 4,756	I wouldn't want a car payment while in school, but that is just me. With your budget I would be looking at an Infiniti G37 sedan with a manual. If you don't load it up with options the price should be about right and will cost $10k+ less than a comparable 335 BMW.

12-10-2009, 05:17 PM	#20
zlicius Kneedragger Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston Moto: Gladius Posts: 179	you can't get a camaro if you can't spell it properly. :P i'll sell you my accord for cheap. mama needs more seats!!