My first car!

PaulZz · March 20th, 2009, 01:38 PM

hey, i've been driving my "families" 2004 bmw 325xi, but i have three brothers and we all use it. my older brother is getting it cause hes graduating college and needs a car to get to his work.

I am now at college also (freshman) and because of good grades (woot) my dad (a huge car nut) wants to buy me a car, he said to find a good car for $12K that will last me the next 3 years (of college) because he doesn't want me stealing his m6 all summer.

he's a huge BMW nut so convincing him of a 2003 or so 325 or 330 xi wouldnt be too difficult as i found a lot between 10-15K at the local bmw dealership and etc.

but what are my other options?

i live in NH so i get a lot of snow, so AWD is a must.

i was thinking somewhere along...

2003 or so subaru impreza wrx or a 2003 3 series of some type.

any suggestions let me know, im planning on putting my extra cash into some basic upgrades (intake, exaust, etc.) over the next few years so keep parts availability in mind.

thanks!

SDYC00GT · March 20th, 2009, 02:09 PM

03 mach1 with some miles!

noob · March 20th, 2009, 04:57 PM

Originally Posted by SDYC00GT

03 mach1 with some miles!

lol yeah those are excellent in snow

, I normally hear pretty good things on the imprezas so if it has to be awd that would prolly be my vote.

87stang_5.0 · March 20th, 2009, 05:06 PM

a 99 eclipse tsi awd
find one for about 7 grand and use the rest for mods

dansgt · March 20th, 2009, 05:13 PM

import a 99 celica gt4 haha. itll cost near that...and youll have a car next to no one here has...
seriously though i'd go for the bmw. there beautiful and nice cars, i just bought a old one and the things still great.

06RedfireGT · March 20th, 2009, 10:54 PM

Why did you join a Mustang forum to ask if a Subaru would be a good car for you?

ajm · March 21st, 2009, 05:46 PM

Originally Posted by 06RedfireGT

Why did you join a Mustang forum to ask if a Subaru would be a good car for you?

I was wondering the same.

DenimXR6 · March 21st, 2009, 06:14 PM

Use that $12,000 as a deposit on a Sierra 500hp, theyre all wheel drive, nothin will keep up with ya, an pay the rest off usin dads credit card without him known..

AMmuslGT · March 21st, 2009, 06:20 PM

evo? but maybe ask this on a subie sight or something? or buy a mustang and stick around

DoCtA.FlAkE · March 22nd, 2009, 10:53 PM

you're in college and have never had your own car before?

Ace417 · March 23rd, 2009, 05:23 PM

99-04 gt and a shitty winter beater awd. /thread

white03v6 · March 23rd, 2009, 05:34 PM

Originally Posted by 06RedfireGT

Why did you join a Mustang forum to ask if a Subaru would be a good car for you?

i guess he wants opinions from the best?

gooberhead320 · March 23rd, 2009, 05:35 PM

Originally Posted by DoCtA.FlAkE

you're in college and have never had your own car before?

its not that uncommon. my ex had to share a car with her brother and he is a senior in college and she is a freshman in college.

the real reason is why is he asking questions about other cars on a mustang forum, when he has never had a mustang.

and i don't know about you guys but i have driven my car in the winter and have no problem. you just gotta know how to drive it and how to handle your car. take it to a parking lot and see how it reacts, all it takes is practice.

BA Mustang · March 23rd, 2009, 10:41 PM

STI

weezer · March 23rd, 2009, 11:32 PM

WRX and spend the money you saved from not getting an STI to make it faster than one

And really, I'm wondering the same thing; why did you come to a Mustang site? lol

Maybe you should just get a 99-04 gt stang and save a couple bucks for a beater car for when it snows. That way you can title yourself as cool.

ReverendDexter · March 24th, 2009, 02:03 AM

For college, I suggest NOT having a nice car. It's just one more thing to worry about.

Just spend a grand or two on a reliable beater that you don't care about getting dinged, nicked, kicked, doored, etc.

1st-gen DSM would be good if you want something cheap, AWD, and sporty, though it may not be particularly reliable.

Having a pickup can be a godsend in school, an '80s Toyota 4WD with the Xtra Cab would be my suggestion.

You may want a nice car now, but you'll be much better off stashing that money 'til you're done with school.

DoCtA.FlAkE · March 24th, 2009, 03:07 AM

Originally Posted by gooberhead320

its not that uncommon. my ex had to share a car with her brother and he is a senior in college and she is a freshman in college.

ah, but what about High School? You took the school bus when you were a senior?

leebunnyz · March 24th, 2009, 07:13 AM

03 evo.

weezer · March 24th, 2009, 12:07 PM

Originally Posted by ReverendDexter

For college, I suggest NOT having a nice car. It's just one more thing to worry about.

Just spend a grand or two on a reliable beater that you don't care about getting dinged, nicked, kicked, doored, etc.

1st-gen DSM would be good if you want something cheap, AWD, and sporty, though it may not be particularly reliable.

Having a pickup can be a godsend in school, an '80s Toyota 4WD with the Xtra Cab would be my suggestion.

You may want a nice car now, but you'll be much better off stashing that money 'til you're done with school.

Trying to convince a younster to not get a nice car when given the opportunity is like taking a shot in the dark.

dansgt · March 24th, 2009, 03:29 PM

you can get a nice & reliable beater lol, look at the bmw i just got for a grand haha.

March 20th, 2009, 01:38 PM	#1
PaulZz Look Ma! My First Post! Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 1 iTrader: 0 reviews	My first car! hey, i've been driving my "families" 2004 bmw 325xi, but i have three brothers and we all use it. my older brother is getting it cause hes graduating college and needs a car to get to his work. I am now at college also (freshman) and because of good grades (woot) my dad (a huge car nut) wants to buy me a car, he said to find a good car for $12K that will last me the next 3 years (of college) because he doesn't want me stealing his m6 all summer. he's a huge BMW nut so convincing him of a 2003 or so 325 or 330 xi wouldnt be too difficult as i found a lot between 10-15K at the local bmw dealership and etc. but what are my other options? i live in NH so i get a lot of snow, so AWD is a must. i was thinking somewhere along... 2003 or so subaru impreza wrx or a 2003 3 series of some type. any suggestions let me know, im planning on putting my extra cash into some basic upgrades (intake, exaust, etc.) over the next few years so keep parts availability in mind. thanks!

March 20th, 2009, 05:13 PM	#5
dansgt Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mustang GT 91 bmw 525i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 1,292 iTrader: 2 reviews	import a 99 celica gt4 haha. itll cost near that...and youll have a car next to no one here has... seriously though i'd go for the bmw. there beautiful and nice cars, i just bought a old one and the things still great. __________________

March 20th, 2009, 10:54 PM	#6
06RedfireGT One Man Wolf Pack 2006 Mustang GT 13ish....maybe Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Regulatin On Some OGs Posts: 22,211 iTrader: 2 reviews	Why did you join a Mustang forum to ask if a Subaru would be a good car for you? __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

March 21st, 2009, 06:14 PM	#8
DenimXR6 Newbie Join Date: Dec 2006 Posts: 3 iTrader: 0 reviews	Use that $12,000 as a deposit on a Sierra 500hp, theyre all wheel drive, nothin will keep up with ya, an pay the rest off usin dads credit card without him known.. __________________ 1970 Coupe, 302 Windsor, mildly worked, womaniser.

March 21st, 2009, 06:20 PM	#9
AMmuslGT Baby Punchin' Champ 2008 Mustang GT I have a toy Pony. He takes Big shits Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Gilbert, Az Near phoenix Posts: 1,866 iTrader: 0 reviews	evo? but maybe ask this on a subie sight or something? or buy a mustang and stick around __________________ Mods In garage

March 20th, 2009, 05:06 PM	#4
87stang_5.0 Regular 1987 mustang hatchback N/A Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: mantua, ohio Posts: 178 Blog Entries: 2 iTrader: 0 reviews	a 99 eclipse tsi awd find one for about 7 grand and use the rest for mods

March 22nd, 2009, 10:53 PM	#10
DoCtA.FlAkE Regular 1999 Mustang V6 Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Mukilteo, Washington Posts: 295 iTrader: 0 reviews	you're in college and have never had your own car before?

March 23rd, 2009, 10:41 PM	#14
BA Mustang Hardcore Enthusiast 1967 Mustang Coupe Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 1,269 iTrader: 0 reviews	STI __________________

March 23rd, 2009, 11:32 PM	#15
weezer Regular 2005 Mustang V6 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Indiana Posts: 267 iTrader: 0 reviews	WRX and spend the money you saved from not getting an STI to make it faster than one And really, I'm wondering the same thing; why did you come to a Mustang site? lol Maybe you should just get a 99-04 gt stang and save a couple bucks for a beater car for when it snows. That way you can title yourself as cool. __________________ ...just one of the few Asians that prefers to eat rice rather than drive it...

March 24th, 2009, 02:03 AM	#16
ReverendDexter Priest of the Car Gods Clapped-out '90 GT 'vert ~5.5 seconds off TTOD :( Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Rohnert Park, CA Posts: 13,233 iTrader: 0 reviews	For college, I suggest NOT having a nice car. It's just one more thing to worry about. Just spend a grand or two on a reliable beater that you don't care about getting dinged, nicked, kicked, doored, etc. 1st-gen DSM would be good if you want something cheap, AWD, and sporty, though it may not be particularly reliable. Having a pickup can be a godsend in school, an '80s Toyota 4WD with the Xtra Cab would be my suggestion. You may want a nice car now, but you'll be much better off stashing that money 'til you're done with school. __________________ O o /¯/______________________ \|BLAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAARGH!!! \_\ Buy my Bronco, special deal for MM folks

March 24th, 2009, 07:13 AM	#18
leebunnyz MM Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Vineland, NJ Posts: 3,583 iTrader: 0 reviews	03 evo. __________________ Jesus Christ is #1 "The Founder Of Crews"

March 24th, 2009, 03:29 PM	#20
dansgt Hardcore Enthusiast 03 Mustang GT 91 bmw 525i Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Anaheim, CA Posts: 1,292 iTrader: 2 reviews	you can get a nice & reliable beater lol, look at the bmw i just got for a grand haha. __________________

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