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Offline rrocket

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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #20 on: February 07, 2019, 12:19:29 am »
Quote from: Gurgie on February 07, 2019, 12:11:29 am
Quote from: rrocket on February 06, 2019, 10:52:12 pm
Quote from: ChaosphereIX on February 06, 2019, 10:29:19 pm
Under $5k sleeper? I say a Saab is one of the best bets. O perhaps a GM with the SC 3800, preferably a Buick.

Miata is not a sleeper. Neither is a SC400. Come on guys...sleeper.

Really?  You think a SC400 is a car that shouts "performance car"?

Interesting....
The SC 400 you posted, is not a sleeper, lowered, aftermarket wheels & 2 big fart cans coming outta the back, that's not a sleeper looking car to me at all.

Here's a sleeper...

Volvo S60R AWD 300hp,
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-autos-camions/saguenay/volvo-s60r-awd-300hp/1412446416?utm_source=com.google.android.apps.docs&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_android


2007 Volvo S60 R S60R - AWD- RARE - CERTIFIED,
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/city-of-toronto/2007-volvo-s60-r-s60r-awd-rare-certified/1391710226?utm_source=com.google.android.apps.docs&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_android


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Likewise, anything with a big "R" badge on it would hardly qualify as a sleeper IMO....it's proudly stating it's anything but a sleeper with that R.   :rofl: :rofl2:  It's not even trying to pretend.   ;D

And as far as the Lexus goes..I meant sleeper...because LEXUS.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #21 on: February 07, 2019, 12:46:46 am »
Quote from: Gurgie on February 07, 2019, 12:11:29 am
Quote from: rrocket on February 06, 2019, 10:52:12 pm
Quote from: ChaosphereIX on February 06, 2019, 10:29:19 pm
Under $5k sleeper? I say a Saab is one of the best bets. O perhaps a GM with the SC 3800, preferably a Buick.

Miata is not a sleeper. Neither is a SC400. Come on guys...sleeper.

Really?  You think a SC400 is a car that shouts "performance car"?

Interesting....
The SC 400 you posted, is not a sleeper, lowered, aftermarket wheels & 2 big fart cans coming outta the back, that's not a sleeper looking car to me at all.

Here's a sleeper...

Volvo S60R AWD 300hp,
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-autos-camions/saguenay/volvo-s60r-awd-300hp/1412446416?utm_source=com.google.android.apps.docs&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_android


2007 Volvo S60 R S60R - AWD- RARE - CERTIFIED,
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/city-of-toronto/2007-volvo-s60-r-s60r-awd-rare-certified/1391710226?utm_source=com.google.android.apps.docs&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_android


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meh both Volvos are autotragic
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #22 on: February 07, 2019, 06:56:40 am »
Quote from: rrocket on February 07, 2019, 12:19:29 am
Quote from: Gurgie on February 07, 2019, 12:11:29 am
Quote from: rrocket on February 06, 2019, 10:52:12 pm
Quote from: ChaosphereIX on February 06, 2019, 10:29:19 pm
Under $5k sleeper? I say a Saab is one of the best bets. O perhaps a GM with the SC 3800, preferably a Buick.

Miata is not a sleeper. Neither is a SC400. Come on guys...sleeper.

Really?  You think a SC400 is a car that shouts "performance car"?

Interesting....
The SC 400 you posted, is not a sleeper, lowered, aftermarket wheels & 2 big fart cans coming outta the back, that's not a sleeper looking car to me at all.

Here's a sleeper...

Volvo S60R AWD 300hp,
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-autos-camions/saguenay/volvo-s60r-awd-300hp/1412446416?utm_source=com.google.android.apps.docs&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_android


2007 Volvo S60 R S60R - AWD- RARE - CERTIFIED,
https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/city-of-toronto/2007-volvo-s60-r-s60r-awd-rare-certified/1391710226?utm_source=com.google.android.apps.docs&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialbuttons&utm_content=app_android


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Likewise, anything with a big "R" badge on it would hardly qualify as a sleeper IMO....it's proudly stating it's anything but a sleeper with that R.   :rofl: :rofl2:  It's not even trying to pretend.   ;D

And as far as the Lexus goes..I meant sleeper...because LEXUS.
R badge isn't that big.... and could be removed, LOL!!

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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #23 on: February 07, 2019, 08:21:52 am »
Yes the S60R is indeed a factory sleeper. Just remove the R badge and wham, perfect sleeper. Better with manual, though. Only better sleeper is V70R :)

Some Lexus could be sleepers. THAT Lexus model is certainly not. 2 Door JDM looking long hood big twin exhausts thing? Stock, it is a little better, but there certainly are many better sleepers out there.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #24 on: February 07, 2019, 08:39:10 am »
The fact he wants a 2 door “sleeper” makes me think he doesn’t understand what a sleeper should be.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #25 on: February 07, 2019, 08:41:33 am »
Quote from: DKaz on February 07, 2019, 08:39:10 am
The fact he wants a 2 door “sleeper” makes me think he doesn’t understand what a sleeper should be.

I'm still saying one post wonder seeing how many people will reply. Ever notice they come in waves.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #26 on: February 07, 2019, 09:12:28 am »
I am willing to part with my 2012 Genesis Coupe, 2.0t 5AT.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #27 on: February 07, 2019, 09:15:17 am »
Quote from: ChaosphereIX on February 07, 2019, 08:21:52 am
Yes the S60R is indeed a factory sleeper. Just remove the R badge and wham, perfect sleeper. Better with manual, though. Only better sleeper is V70R :)

Some Lexus could be sleepers. THAT Lexus model is certainly not. 2 Door JDM looking long hood big twin exhausts thing? Stock, it is a little better, but there certainly are many better sleepers out there.

I couldn't find either of them for sale in manual that was in half decent condition  :P
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #28 on: February 07, 2019, 09:25:54 am »
Quote from: quadzilla on February 07, 2019, 08:41:33 am
Quote from: DKaz on February 07, 2019, 08:39:10 am
The fact he wants a 2 door “sleeper” makes me think he doesn’t understand what a sleeper should be.

I'm still saying one post wonder seeing how many people will reply. Ever notice they come in waves.

It was a half decent question, though.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #29 on: February 07, 2019, 10:23:28 am »
Quote from: Great_Big_Abyss on February 07, 2019, 09:25:54 am
Quote from: quadzilla on February 07, 2019, 08:41:33 am
Quote from: DKaz on February 07, 2019, 08:39:10 am
The fact he wants a 2 door “sleeper” makes me think he doesn’t understand what a sleeper should be.

I'm still saying one post wonder seeing how many people will reply. Ever notice they come in waves.

It was a half decent question, though.

Maybe if it wasn't already talked about.

https://www.autos.ca/forum/index.php?topic=103021.0
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #30 on: February 07, 2019, 05:53:33 pm »
Thanks for the input guys. Very interested in seeing more ideas. What about older sleepers too? Like mid 2000's to 1970's?
Definitely prefer angular body styles.
And no, this is not a one post wonder :)
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #31 on: February 07, 2019, 06:07:48 pm »


Angular styling, hatchback, etc. Sounds like my slow moving project. Innocenti hatchback that I am likely putting in a more powerful engine. If it ever warms up I am going to evaluate the Tercel I bought as an engine donor (or not). It will be well, well under $5k when (and if) done.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #32 on: February 07, 2019, 06:21:33 pm »
Quote from: Arthur Dent on February 07, 2019, 06:07:48 pm


Angular styling, hatchback, etc. Sounds like my slow moving project. Innocenti hatchback that I am likely putting in a more powerful engine. If it ever warms up I am going to evaluate the Tercel I bought as an engine donor (or not). It will be well, well under $5k when (and if) done.

2JZ or bust!   ;D
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #33 on: February 07, 2019, 06:24:58 pm »
Screw that.  NEEDS AN LS!!!!

Preferably with twin turbskies.
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #34 on: February 07, 2019, 06:27:56 pm »
Keep in mind the engine compartment is about 18" long and 25" wide  :rofl2:

I might be able to get half an LS or 2JZ in  ;D
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Re: Sleepers...?
« Reply #35 on: February 07, 2019, 06:28:49 pm »
Quote from: Arthur Dent on February 07, 2019, 06:27:56 pm
Keep in mind the engine compartment is about 18" long and 25" wide  :rofl2:

I might be able to get half an LS or 2JZ in  ;D

You need t0 put a little effort in to this FFS.... :rofl:
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