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« on: November 28, 2004, 11:16:44 pm »
Just want to start researching on what sporty, reliable cars I should consider in the $8K to $12K  range....looking for best bang for the buck and mid 90's or newer...prefer automatic and some luxury options. Was considering a Mazda Millenia, but found too many poor reliability reviews. Nissan Maxima? Accord or Camry might be also considered....prefer the performance oriented models though. Thanks in advance.

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« Reply #1 on: November 28, 2004, 11:38:24 pm »
Since you're considering a Camry, you might as well take a look at the Toyota Avalon. The Acura Legend/RL are great cars (RL is not very sporty though). I think Infiniti's G20 or maybe the I30 should also be considered.

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« Reply #2 on: November 28, 2004, 11:43:25 pm »
A Buick Regal with the 3.8 engine or any model GM with the 3.8 engine would serve you very well.
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« Reply #3 on: November 29, 2004, 12:51:50 am »
Avalon? Regal? The guy said sporty.
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« Reply #4 on: November 29, 2004, 01:27:18 am »
The Regal GS is a very nice sporty car.
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« Reply #5 on: November 29, 2004, 01:59:23 am »
I'd be considering an Acura Integra sedan.  Very sporty ride and great reliability.  

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« Reply #6 on: November 29, 2004, 08:58:09 am »
anything is sporty to Barrie... especially anything GM...
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« Reply #7 on: November 29, 2004, 09:00:56 am »
Some of the later model Ford Focuses (Foci?)look and drive pretty sweet.  ZX3 package is pretty cool.  Coupled with rapid depreciation you might be able to grab a fairly new one.  By most account quality issues have been largely solved in the last couple 'o three years.
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« Reply #8 on: November 29, 2004, 09:16:01 am »
Tons of Ford Mustangs in that price range.
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« Reply #9 on: November 29, 2004, 11:44:21 am »
Are you looking for a 4dr?  A coupe?  I'm assuming a sporty 4 door sedan.
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« Reply #10 on: November 29, 2004, 01:35:52 pm »
Still don't know when to quit eh Snack.If you had half of a brain you would keep your worthless comments to yourself. You are nothing but a Facking Troll who is too stupid to catch on. This Forum is for people who love cars NOT BULLSH_T. like you continue to spread here.
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« Reply #11 on: November 29, 2004, 01:38:15 pm »
Yes, a four door sedan that is a bit luxury and somewhat sporty, 0-100kph performance under 8-8.5 second preferred with an automatic. A late 90's Mazda Millenia S looked ideal...210 hp, 210 ft*lbs, supercharger, near luxury feature but I have seen too many poor reliability comments to pursue it any further.

Won't be buying until spring or summer at the earliest.

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« Reply #12 on: November 29, 2004, 01:43:22 pm »
Shnak...Barrie.  Go to opposite corners and stare at the wall.  :-)

I think Saffy has a Millenia...they are pretty nice...but I don't know about it's reliability.  You can look for an Acura Vigor, but they are pretty hard to find.  
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« Reply #13 on: November 29, 2004, 01:50:30 pm »
Sigh....it's gonna be one of those days,is it?

Quit smiling!  He said "face the wall"!

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« Reply #14 on: November 29, 2004, 02:29:52 pm »
CR rates the Millenia highly and it's got all red checks.  It's one of their recommended cars.  If you shop carefully, you can get a great deal on the car, as they languish on lots.  Don't know why!  They're good looking, drive great, the S has lots of oomph and gets good mileage.

The only reason it flopped was the fact that Mazda sold them in the showroom next to the Protege.  People dropping $45K don't like "Protege" service.

A close friend of mine bought one a few months back, and LOVES it.  Not a problem.  The service history for the car was good, and there were hardly any warranty repairs.

For the low price of those cars, I personally think they're easily worth the "risk."
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« Reply #15 on: November 29, 2004, 02:37:46 pm »
As far a Millenias go..look ONLY at the S (Supercharged models).Having owned a 2000 model for over 2 years with no problems I am a sample of 1.Enjoy the smooth power,upmarket fittings and it's well screwed together(in Japan).Smallish inside for the Shnaks of the world,uses Premium and is well worth a look as they are "underpriced" in comparison to the Infiniti I30's & "T" models,Avalons(no real equivalency)...older Maximas are the closest challengers.I believe JohngenX and I discussed the +'s &-' of the Millenia S before  an aquaintance of his purchased one..perhaps he could relate their experience.Summation...well worth a look and drive....Have personally put 40K on mine with day to day short trips and 3 longer journeys to the USA...through the Smokies 3 times,6000Feet elevations and twisties,Hilton Head in 33C Humidity and NO PROBLEMOS.20mpg City.. 26mpg Hi-Way...minus 15% fer SPIRITED DRIVING.......some pre 2000 models fall within your price range so DO THE NECESSARY checks and due diligence.

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« Reply #16 on: November 29, 2004, 03:50:51 pm »
Don't take it so seriously Barrie, my comment was just to poke fun at you a little bit. I really didn't intend in pissing you off.
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« Reply #17 on: November 29, 2004, 04:25:59 pm »
Your breathing air which is a waste of space Pisses me off if you really want to know. You have deliberately started another problem. You are a Whining Troll who can't stand the fact that he knows nothing so you start on other people who do. You are a Poor excuse for a Canadian.  
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« Reply #18 on: November 29, 2004, 04:28:36 pm »
Knock it off, guys, you're getting way out of line and the rest of us will be forced to whip you into shape...Heee, heee....
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« Reply #19 on: November 29, 2004, 04:30:44 pm »
Easy fellas....let's take a breath and grab a cold one.  This is a great forum so let's try to keep it that way.  
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