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haoxu123

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20-25K used cars
« on: December 20, 2005, 08:54:29 pm »
Hi
I am looking for a 20-25k used car. I saw a 67000km 2003 g35 for 24000. So I plan to go and do a test drive, and im wondering what are some of the things i should look for when i do a test drive. Any recommendation is welcomed. I am also wondering what car would u guys recommend in that price range.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #1 on: December 20, 2005, 09:07:35 pm »
Welcome to the Forum hauxu123, help us out a bit with some criteria other than pricing.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #2 on: December 20, 2005, 09:08:58 pm »
Yes more details would be nice.  Lots of choice at that price range.

TSX, CTS, G35, or Mazda 3 or 6 even.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #3 on: December 20, 2005, 10:13:28 pm »
this is the g35 sepcs
Silver ext., black leather int., heated p/seats, auto., am/fm CD, cruise, pw, pdl, pm, remote entry, mag wheels, Zenon lights. Bal. of fact. warr. 68,000 km. $24,600.

I am looking for a car that's a bit luxrious as i am going for a second hand 20-25k. It should also be fun to drive and safe. Thanks for everyone's help
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #4 on: December 20, 2005, 10:21:57 pm »
01-02 Volvo S60 is within spitting distance of that range.
Safe, (air bags all over) luxurious, powered stuff (ps, pb, pdl, proof, pseats), leather, etc.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #5 on: December 20, 2005, 11:02:04 pm »
Keep in mind those G35's eat brakes by the truckload.  A colleague of mine has an '03 and can't wait to dump it -- probably to go back to Lexus. 

For that price range, I'd start working on an '02-03 BMW 325i from a BMW dealership (Certified Series Used) that's well maintained, and optioned up the way you want it.  There are tons available.  Check them out in the pre-owned search function here: www.bmw.ca

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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #6 on: December 21, 2005, 02:04:33 am »
I don't know if BMW certified anything and sell for underk 30k.  :)
At that price, I'm thinking a slightly used Miata. hehehe... something fun.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #7 on: December 21, 2005, 02:17:05 am »
A used TL, Maxima, IS300, ES300, I30, CTS etc might be had for the price range...or very close to it.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #8 on: December 21, 2005, 05:20:34 am »
Some nice late-model Subarus if you want AWD.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #9 on: December 21, 2005, 09:28:54 am »
I really like the Acura TL idea.

Year: 2002
Make: ACURA
Model: TL
Model Detail: S TYPE
Price: $22,750
Mileage: 55,000 km
Date: 12/21/2005
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Comment: Like new condition - pearl white, fully loaded, moonroof, leather, heated seats & mirrors, rear spoiler - No GST. 55,000 km. $22,750
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #10 on: December 21, 2005, 10:18:31 am »
I hate to say it, but I'd stick with the Japanese.  All of the Euros are prone to electrical faults.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #11 on: December 21, 2005, 11:23:58 am »
Quote from: Scaerio on December 21, 2005, 10:18:31 am
I hate to say it, but I'd stick with the Japanese.  All of the Euros are prone to electrical faults.

And most Japanese are prone to be boring to drive. So it depends what you want.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #12 on: December 21, 2005, 11:30:19 am »
Quote from: Shnak on December 21, 2005, 11:23:58 am
Quote from: Scaerio on December 21, 2005, 10:18:31 am
I hate to say it, but I'd stick with the Japanese.  All of the Euros are prone to electrical faults.

And most Japanese are prone to be boring to drive. So it depends what you want.
:rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: :rofl: 

That’s a laugh. List the cars under $40k from Germany and Japan that are exciting.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #13 on: December 21, 2005, 11:34:34 am »
Pretty much only BMWs come to mind in that price range.

There's a reason why everyone says Japanese sports sedans lack soul... it's because it's true.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #14 on: December 21, 2005, 11:35:47 am »
Civic SI :P
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #15 on: December 21, 2005, 11:40:51 am »
HORK..hack 123...!!!..there are UMPTEEN permutations fer $20-25K .........a 2000 Millenia & a Miata..!!! :P..
 and ON and ON a Forestor & a Miata....and a  Maxima and a Miata...Ha ha ha...SPRING is just around the corner..second hand ROSE is in FULL BLOOM before years end  KNOCK YERSELF OUT...maybe a Infiniti G35 Coupe....a fine Audi TT........a Z3/4 .............Hmmm TO SLEEP....PERCHANCE TO DREAM...... :lick: :idea:
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #16 on: December 21, 2005, 11:42:33 am »
I got a lot of time to contemplate the "soul" of my Golf - while sitting in the service department waiting room.  ::) :rofl2:
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #17 on: December 21, 2005, 11:48:45 am »
Soulless Japanese Sedans under $40k:

Mazda RX-8
Mazda 6
Mazda MPS6
Mazda 3 GT
Subaru Impreza  WRX
Subaru Legacy GT
Nissan Altima 3.5SL
Nissan Maxima
Acura TSX
Lexus ES 330
Toyota Camry
Toyota Avalon
Infiniti G35
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #18 on: December 21, 2005, 12:01:04 pm »
Quote from: snowman on December 21, 2005, 11:48:45 am
Soulless Japanese Sedans under $40k:

Mazda RX-8
Mazda 6
Mazda MPS6
Mazda 3 GT
Subaru Impreza  WRX
Subaru Legacy GT
Nissan Altima 3.5SL
Nissan Maxima
Acura TSX
Lexus ES 330
Toyota Camry
Toyota Avalon
Infiniti G35


Most on that list are indeed soulless... unless the car is specifically made for exciting driving experience, japanese vehicles are boring. You can't honestly tell me an Altima or Camry is as fun as a BMW to drive... And I didn't find anything special about the Mazda3 or 6 when I drove them. Stiff suspension doesn't make a car exciting to drive, it just makes it less comfortable. Engine and transmission are at least as important as the suspension IMO, and nothing beats BMW for their powertrain, but again, that's my opinion.

G35, TSX, RX-8, WRX and LGT are about the only ones in your list that have some "soul"... but the rest, bah... Cars like the Camry/ES and Avalon are about as pedestrian as you can find anywhere.

But that's just my opinion.

The guy wants something with a bit of luxury, safe and fun to drive. I don't see many other options than a nice BMW that fit better his requirements. Maybe the G35, but no doubt that a BMW is a better overall package than the G35.
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Re: 20-25K used cars
« Reply #19 on: December 21, 2005, 12:07:18 pm »
Mazda's suspensions are great, they are soft when you want them to be soft yet firm when you want sporty.  I really love the mazda suspension on the 3 6 and 8.
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