Best car around $25,000

J BONE · 01-20-2009, 08:30 PM

So I have to get rid of my car.

Looking to jump into something around $25K to keep the payments low. Any suggestions? Would love to stick with a coupe that has AWD but can't think of too many that have that. Looked at a used A4, any thoughts on Audi's? Hate to jump over to one of those but they seem nice. Thanks Guys!!

Jred22 · 01-20-2009, 08:34 PM

AWD, 420 HP. Used Jeep SRT8. You could probably find one with less than 30k miles for around $25k.
I'm biased...

335iPaul · 01-20-2009, 08:39 PM

If looking new, Mazdaspeed 3. They are doing a redesign for 2010 and speculation of 300+ hp.

Andrew@ET · 01-20-2009, 08:48 PM

new cobalt !

335iPaul · 01-20-2009, 09:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Andrew@EMS

new cobalt !

+1 - This just knocked off the Mazdaspeed 3 as one of the top sub compact cars (a spot it has held for awhile) in either Motortrend or Car & Driver (cant remember which).

amgthis · 01-20-2009, 09:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jred22

AWD, 420 HP. Used Jeep SRT8. You could probably find one with less than 30k miles for around $25k.
I'm biased...

You read my mind?!

attbimmer · 01-20-2009, 09:27 PM

Mazdaspeed 3 is not bad, although it has mega torque steer and a pretty narrow power band.

The new 09 WRX is pretty nice as well.

KL2DC · 01-20-2009, 09:33 PM

+1 on the 09 WRX...

Year's_End · 01-20-2009, 10:23 PM

G35 Coupe

Mazdaspeed3

'09 WRX

330Ci 6mt (if you could push it to 30k you could find a nice e46 M3)

S2000

Used 350Z (facelifted model)

AMT92 · 01-20-2009, 10:44 PM

G35 COUPE HANDS DOWN
the 330ci isn't bad either

jhv · 01-20-2009, 11:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jred22

AWD, 420 HP. Used Jeep SRT8. You could probably find one with less than 30k miles for around $25k.
I'm biased...

id absolutely love a GC SRT8

majin ssj eric · 01-20-2009, 11:25 PM

Used IS350....STS-V....G35......S2000.....Evo IX....A4?

Jred22 · 01-20-2009, 11:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

+1 on the 09 WRX...

I read a great article on these, they perform for the price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by amgthis

You read my mind?!

Quote:

Originally Posted by jh valley

id absolutely love a GC SRT8

I loved mine. And miss it, but i think this 335i will do. They are such different vehicles, the Jeep was so damn torquee and raw. And the 335i is so much smoother, i can't really FEEL how fast i'm going like i could with the srt8.
But anyway the GC SRT8 is a great truck, I drove mine for 30k, 8k with a 150 shot of nitrous that I used liberally and never had any big problems.
Look around, they are going for cheap.

X1 Trojan · 01-20-2009, 11:37 PM

VW GTI

Boost Gomez · 01-20-2009, 11:46 PM

330ci would be nice.

Socale92 · 01-21-2009, 01:18 AM

used e46 m3, sti or evo, or new gti

Zimo · 01-21-2009, 01:23 AM

GTI or G35

I saw g35s for 20k used in good shape.

MrHarris · 01-21-2009, 06:16 AM

E46 M3

TK-421 · 01-21-2009, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by MrHarris

E46 M3

+1

I can't believe this hasn't been said yet! I would take this (clean, good condition, 6MT) over most cars up to the $50K range.

gonzo · 01-21-2009, 08:01 AM

To stay in the family there are Xi deals out there. Just get used to 4 doors?

06 SG 330Xi
19,000 miles
Asking $24,900

06 Black 330Xi
17,400 miles
Asking $23,000

Back in a Subie · 01-21-2009, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KL2DC

+1 on the 09 WRX...

+2 on the WRX

I drove a Impreza for almost 4 years, great car, no real problems through 110k miles, cheap to maintain/fix out of warranty, plenty of mods available, fun to drive.

chuck92103 · 01-21-2009, 10:12 AM

I have a 2008 VW GTI that I really love. Still on the top 10 list for C&D.

I paid around $23k, love the plaid seats, loaded with all the cool stuff like Xenons, 6 spd manual, 200HP turbo engine, sat radio, nice wheels, red brake calipers, allow pedals and footrest, etc.

A real good bargain. Only issue I had was the two front struts were making noise and were replaced under warranty.

I also got a great deal on the extended warranty. 7yr/100k for $1200. It was around $2500.

I like the GTI because it blends in, does not draw attention like my 3 series did, and is a lot more fun to drive. Probably because it is smaller and lighter (3100 lbs). It is a 2 door but I swear the back seat is as roomy as a 5 series.

Also, I believe starting with 2009 model year, VW is offering free maintenance during the basic warranty period (3yr/36k), Power train warranty is 5yr/60k.

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chuck92103 Major 91 Rep 1,209 Posts Drives: 2011 535i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Socal iTrader: (0)	I have a 2008 VW GTI that I really love. Still on the top 10 list for C&D. I paid around $23k, love the plaid seats, loaded with all the cool stuff like Xenons, 6 spd manual, 200HP turbo engine, sat radio, nice wheels, red brake calipers, allow pedals and footrest, etc. A real good bargain. Only issue I had was the two front struts were making noise and were replaced under warranty. I also got a great deal on the extended warranty. 7yr/100k for $1200. It was around $2500. I like the GTI because it blends in, does not draw attention like my 3 series did, and is a lot more fun to drive. Probably because it is smaller and lighter (3100 lbs). It is a 2 door but I swear the back seat is as roomy as a 5 series. Also, I believe starting with 2009 model year, VW is offering free maintenance during the basic warranty period (3yr/36k), Power train warranty is 5yr/60k. __________________ 2011 535i 2008 VW GTI Last edited by chuck92103; 01-21-2009 at 11:54 AM..
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