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Hi All,
Sorry if this has been done before, but I have to chop the Scoob in at the end of Jan(costing too much to run - doing 2000 miles a month or so) and have decided I want something "sporty" but relatively cheapish to run ie no old Porsches or things like that. In the past Ive had a 306 GTI6, and Integra Type R too - so these are out just because I want a change! My budget is 7k ish(half the value of the scoob!) so what would you get?? Im currently thinking Puma but open to all ideas! cheers Andy |
Puma is a cool car, what about Fiat Punto GT :D !
Try one, you will live it ! I have a scoob btw ! :D |
How about an MX-5 1.8- pretty slow I'm afraid but reasonable turn of speed (not after a scooby!) and great handling- don't know if you need 4 seats but they fit the bill of cheap to run and are ultra reliable. Build quality is ahead of the Puma to. After all the MX-5 is a much purer design than the Fiesta in drag that is the Puma
Or what about spending 4K and getting a timewarp MR2 Mk1 again cheap to run and great fun. The only thing I hate about all the cars mentioned is they are a little "hairdresser" for my liking. |
Hmmm, you've had a 306 and an ITR. Go for the Puma a sweet driving car. :D
[Edited by MooseRacer - 12/26/2002 9:03:13 PM] |
Also:
Nissan S14 200SX Fiat Coupe 20v Turbo Clio Williams Clio 172 Peug 306 Rallye MR2 Turbo (import) Golf Mk2 GTi 16v Corrado VR6 My choice? I already have a modified GtiR, a 306 Gti-6, and a cheap AX GTi..........I would buy a cheap runna around like the AX to do the mileage and then you can still keep your Scoob. |
Mondeo ST24 - 2.5 V6. ST kitted, 16's. Excellent car - cost approx £6K for a good one.
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clio 172 tempting but I dont think Ill get one in the budget
306 rallye also tempting, but maybe too near the gti I already had gonna go look at Pumas later! |
I think you'd be disapointed by a Puma after an Integra, not because they're bad, but because the Teg is better.
Its very difficult at that price to recommend anything above an Integra, especially as you want cheapish running costs, so GT4, Sunny etc ruled out. Fiat coupe' may be good, not sure how expensive they are to run, or possible one of the original Civic Type-R's? |
VW corrado VR6..!!! great handling for a FWD car..!!
Dan:D |
R32 GTS-t SKYLINE, atleast then you will be driving a legend, i can get you one for around 4K, then you will have money to spend on it aswell. THINK ABOUT IT A SKYLINE MMMMMMMMMMMMMM
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i would buy a V6 vecta you would probably get a w reg one for that they are a quick enough car and have lots of room and are great on the motorways
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As a Puma owner, I can honestly say that they're excellent little cars. Perhaps not as fast as some in a straight line, but they have excellent handling and are really fun to play with.
Failing the Puma, I'd go looking for a Clio 172. They're at least as much fun (if a bit flimsier), although you might have difficulty getting a decent one for around 7k. At least Pumas are cheaper. Have fun, Mal. |
If you go look at a newish clio prod the front wings..!!!!:D they are made of plastic..!!!!!!
Dan:D:D:D |
Gotta be the MR2 tubby.... what else does 0-60 in 5.3 for less than that?? 245 BHP stock, and upgradable to 300+ with ease! Plus you get the sideways giggles, the super dry-weather handling, (although a little scary/more fun in the wet). Good boot space considering... can get 2 golfbags in the arse of mine, and a couple of bits under the front boot. Bulletproof engine, and summit that will blow away most cossies!
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Gotta be the MR2 tubby.... what else does 0-60 in 5.3 for less than that?? 245 BHP stock, and upgradable to 300+ with ease! Plus you get the sideways giggles, the super dry-weather handling, (although a little scary/more fun in the wet). Good boot space considering... can get 2 golfbags in the arse of mine, and a couple of bits under the front boot. Bulletproof engine, and summit that will blow away most cossies!
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Turbos are our the window I want to be well the right side of 30mpg!
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Given your situation, i would be choosing between the 172 and the VR6.
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172 would be cool if I could find one for 7k, finding a Puma for 7k should be easy ish.
Almost had to call my dad a cnut a minute ago, he thinks he knows it all and said a puma was a rubbish car, ford got it all wrong etc etc ???????? er hello - read the Evo magazine and Autocar mag reviews, its a very well rated car. He has a 306 Tdi estate of all things! |
You're right, the Puma is a well screwed together car, but is quite sluggish, even in 1.7 form. If you can't find a 172, then a VR6 it must be:)
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it doestnt meet the right side of 30mpg rule.........otherwise maybe!
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Y2K Saxo VTS?
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what about a honda civic VTI (jordan) or a normal one..!! 160bhp..
Dan:D:D:D |
just had another thought..!!!
What about a mitsubishi FTO..??? you can get them for £7K. Dan:D |
Seat Cupra Mates just got one for 7k . 20v -6 Speed box Limited slip diff and goes like Sxxt of shovel. And i mean, does it go |
Cupra idea is interesting, Ill take a look.....
Cant find any Leon Cupras for less than 9k - did you mean ibiza? [Edited by ADP - 12/29/2002 12:06:00 PM] |
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