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325irollin
10-23-2009, 01:51 AM
Going to be getting a loan and buying a second car soon. I want something newer. The 2 I have in mind are miles apart haha. They are a 2003 S430 Benz or a 2008 Yaris Hatchback (with which I would buy coilovers and wheels right off the bat). Idk, something about a slammed yaris just makes me wet. There was one at SOTU. I've always wanted a classy benz. It'll probably kill me on insurance but I think I'd be worth it. There are many other cars I want but these 2 are my top at the moment

What would you get?
325irollin
10-23-2009, 02:03 AM
http://verdugo.smugmug.com/photos/475200270_3LNG6-O.jpg
Russell_G
10-23-2009, 03:00 AM
Lexus LS400 get low and put wheels on it.
325irollin
10-23-2009, 03:07 AM
Lexus LS400 get low and put wheels on it.

After seeing the Lexus' at SOTU, I've definitely been checking them out
Russell_G
10-23-2009, 03:20 AM
you can get a older gs400 for under 10 same with an older ls400 the 430's are a bit more but lots of people like that style more.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v147/vwfastg60/l_091650c8b889b61e85a9367987141889.jpg

the old ones are clean

This one makes me want to get an older one but i really want the 99-01 body
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v643/ryhi/P1010003.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v643/ryhi/DSC05021.jpg
325irollin
10-23-2009, 03:28 AM
^ I'll have to check them out when I get home (can't see most pics on work comp :( )

I like the newer ones but the older ones can look nice too. How reliable are they? I'd assume lexus are good cars but I've never owned or known anyone who has.

Buying a new car sucks because you want so many different kinds but can only pick one :(
Russell_G
10-23-2009, 03:29 AM
The ls400 is supposed to be reliable if cared for. I always like getting a cheaper car cause you can spend more money on them. I **** car loans too.
325irollin
10-23-2009, 03:32 AM
The ls400 is supposed to be reliable if cared for. I always like getting a cheaper car cause you can spend more money on them. I **** car loans too.

I'm with you on that. I **** loans period but I'm getting sick of my e36 having all the problems in the world. I really want something I can just drive and enjoy. Luxury sedan is what I had in mind. Not sure what I'll get yet.

I really would like a newer car that won't break down but I'm beginning to realize that all cars have problems... I bought my e36 for $3500 and after 3 years I've got repair bills totaling $9k. Anything you can name has gone wrong with it haha.
325irollin
10-23-2009, 03:43 AM
maybe ill get an older s420 benz and slam it. They are pretty cheap

http://image.lowrideredge.com/f/8460960/0105lre_04zoom+1997_Mercedes_Benz_S420+Front_Passe ngers_Side_View.jpg
325irollin
10-23-2009, 03:49 AM
This is the kind I'd take out a loan for :droooool:

http://www.tcca.net.au/gallery/Mercedes%20S430%20Carlsson/Carlsson%20S430%20by%20TCCA%20028.jpg
gumballer_80
10-23-2009, 06:44 AM
I like the idea of a new gen. Yaris slammed!
I really think you should go with the Yaris...
:D
BLKonBLK98
10-23-2009, 08:21 AM
the ls400s are tanks regarding reliability as long as the maintenance schedule is followed (look for one with records). they hit 300k miles regularly. i paid $3kish for my 92 with <130k miles and a couple minor issues (took more time to id than fix). that leaves a lot of mod money.

i'd rather have the s420 (plan on buying one next year). big problem on that one is some a/c issue that costs a grip to fix. nobody diy's it so i haven't seen what's involved besides $2k+. 98-99 are the ones to get. maintenance records with that a/c repair would be a plus.

for a second car the smart thing to do would be go new or cpo so that everything is warrantied. it sucks having a couple cars that are all down with issues. but being smart is rarely as fun...
Jay Z.
10-23-2009, 09:09 AM
S430 or do the LS.
TheNeek
10-23-2009, 09:09 AM
I'd probably by 7 really old pieces of shit and spend the next 30 years fixing them up.
4eyes
10-23-2009, 09:44 AM
I'd probably by 7 really old pieces of shit and spend the next 30 years fixing them up.

Same except it would take me twice as long.:(
frink84
10-23-2009, 10:22 AM
e28 m5
jpod999
10-23-2009, 10:59 AM
'05 GTO. I've never seen one stanced.
dubbed_up_daz
10-23-2009, 12:56 PM
older S8,or 3.2 phaeton with cash left to mod
JSanders
10-23-2009, 01:33 PM
That's a tougher question than I thought, probably an older 3 or 5 series and a 7 series instead of one newer car lol.
BADwayz
10-23-2009, 02:16 PM
I think about this on a daily basis, ha. Stay away from the 00+ S-class unless you have mountains of maintenance funds and knowledge.

My top choices, in no particular order:

-Benz 01-02 E55
-Benz 97-98 C43
-Lexus 01-02 LS 430
-Audi 01-02 S4 avant
-Mini coop S
imortalsin84
10-23-2009, 02:53 PM
Another used Cooper S or a Zcar old school mini cooper...or a datsun 510 or an older slammed big body 2004 Hyundai XG350 (to be different)...would prob end up with another mini tho once you have one you dont really want anything else you dream of having other cars but the mini is like a drug gotta love the constant go-kart feeling
B Rod
10-23-2009, 03:24 PM
Is300?
WhiteStripes
10-23-2009, 04:31 PM
I like the Yaris idea. That could really be sick. Also Like the Cooper S idea... for one not on your list lol.
dubbed_up_daz
10-23-2009, 08:39 PM
colt hatch instead of a yahris?
bataangpinoy
10-23-2009, 09:16 PM
umm an e30 touring or e30m3.
schroedin
10-24-2009, 11:59 AM
WRX STi if it were me. Awd FTW.
Zack01GC
10-25-2009, 09:42 PM
E39 540i/6. That's what I would buy if I had that kind of price range.
dO-bOy
10-26-2009, 06:58 AM
...I'm getting sick of my e36 having all the problems in the world. I really want something I can just drive and enjoy

I really would like a newer car that won't break down but I'm beginning to realize that all cars have problems... I bought my e36 for $3500 and after 3 years I've got repair bills totaling $9k. Anything you can name has gone wrong with it haha.

i'm probably going to get flamed for this, considering the majority of members here ridin' euro. but seriously, stories like these are few and very far between when you're talking about lexus/toyota, but common with other brands. BMW = german ford. don't get me wrong, i love how they look and handle stock even, but the stories i've personally heard really shy me away from ever owning one. same goes for newer VW/audi. no, not ALL cars have that much problems. sorry for the semi-threadjack haha

OP, what kind of style of car are you looking for anyways? the two cars you gave as an example are worlds apart haha.
325irollin
10-27-2009, 01:22 AM
i'm probably going to get flamed for this, considering the majority of members here ridin' euro. but seriously, stories like these are few and very far between when you're talking about lexus/toyota, but common with other brands. BMW = german ford. don't get me wrong, i love how they look and handle stock even, but the stories i've personally heard really shy me away from ever owning one. same goes for newer VW/audi. no, not ALL cars have that much problems. sorry for the semi-threadjack haha

OP, what kind of style of car are you looking for anyways? the two cars you gave as an example are worlds apart haha.

Really looking for a luxury sedan with leather but I'm keeping my options open. That's what I really want though, for driving to work in comfort :)
dO-bOy
10-27-2009, 03:44 AM
i'm guessing you're in the States so you can probably get alot more car for your money than here in canada. in that price range...

for sporty lux sedans

lexus is300
http://ll.speedhunters.com/u/f/eagames/NFS/speedhunters.com/Images/Jacco%20Willemsen/Random%20Shots/672%201.jpg

toyota aristo (if you don't mind RHD)
http://www.forums.secretdrift.com.au/uploads/monthly_11_2007/post-165-1194145431.jpg

Acura TL
http://ronjonwheels.com/hidden/2ndgentlkit2.jpg

Nissan g35
http://www.jasonsiu.net/shoots/arkang35sedan.jpg

for big body VIP lux sedans

Lexus GS
http://c0170361.cdn.cloudfiles.rackspacecloud.com/1274860_172304_8a5fc18b33_p.jpg

toyota Crown (RHD again)
http://www.youzealand.net/car/14majiesuta/DSCF1286.JPG

Acura RL
http://ra-menbu.hp.infoseek.co.jp/da_t1.jpg
SWINFORD
10-27-2009, 10:43 AM
E36 M3 And spend the rst on the car :)
Bimmerteck
10-27-2009, 10:52 AM
No question 740iL or 540i/6, maintenance on BMWs is cheap if you keep up with it. :shifty
Jamil
10-27-2009, 11:17 AM
Personally I'm gettin pulled towards the evo9's but I KNOW E39's are super awesome only after 99' and bmws run forever when maintained regularly and things rarely break, but I love the yaris idea. I've seensome sick ones awhile ago on hellaflush.
səˈprēm
10-28-2009, 03:09 PM
Personally I'm gettin pulled towards the evo9's but I KNOW E39's are super awesome only after 99' and bmws run forever when maintained regularly and things rarely break, but I love the yaris idea. I've seensome sick ones awhile ago on hellaflush.
my 98 540 has been running good for a bit now.. honestly id buy another one if i had ~13k, or maybe a suv of some sort
RedE46Bimmer
10-29-2009, 01:57 PM
I would probably buy an AE86 or a '74 Datsun 240Z and spend the rest making them look sick.

But your going for more comfort lol I'd probably jump for a nice IS300