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  • WDOgF0reL1fe
    MVP
    • Apr 2005
    • 3427
    #1

    Getting a new car...

    Alright so my 97 Civic is wearing down on me, although I keep it in fantastic shape and thought now would be a time to get a newer car (used more likely).

    These are the cars I have been looking at (with most recent being last)
    09 Honda Civic Si
    09 Cobalt SS Supercharged
    05 Dodge Neon SRT4
    and now, an 07 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3.

    Ive been researching like crazy, which is why I have been led to my 4th different car in about a month. I have found a couple for some decent prices, but I wanna know what you guys think.
    Anyone here have any of the cars I listed?

    Thanks for any info guys
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    • Seether4113
      R**k**
      • Feb 2003
      • 536
      #2
      Re: Getting a new car...

      out of those I like the Cobalt SS, but the mazdaspeed 3 is also pretty nice.
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        • RAZRr1275
          All Star
          • Sep 2007
          • 9918
          #3
          Re: Getting a new car...

          I'd get the Mazda 3
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            • oakfan162
              Get Ducked Up!
              • Mar 2006
              • 4724
              #4
              Re: Getting a new car...

              Well, I see your in Cali but I'm not sure where Foothill Ranch is. But my dad sells used, late model imports. Mostly Porche, BMW, Audi, and VW. He also focuses alot on Diesels. Gotta love the MPG! I personally have a VW Gulf TDI, and its great! Gets great mileage and is fun to drive. But if you end up looking for a European, late model car, PM me.
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                • Aggies7
                  All Star
                  • Jan 2005
                  • 9495
                  #5
                  Re: Getting a new car...

                  Haha can I throw a Jeep Wrangler into the list. Just Kidding but if I had to pick from your list Id say the Mazda 3. My friend has one and loves it.
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                    • burnwood
                      MVP
                      • May 2003
                      • 2270
                      #6
                      Re: Getting a new car...

                      Originally posted by WDOgF0reL1fe
                      Alright so my 97 Civic is wearing down on me, although I keep it in fantastic shape and thought now would be a time to get a newer car (used more likely).

                      These are the cars I have been looking at (with most recent being last)
                      09 Honda Civic Si
                      09 Cobalt SS Supercharged
                      05 Dodge Neon SRT4
                      and now, an 07 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3.

                      Ive been researching like crazy, which is why I have been led to my 4th different car in about a month. I have found a couple for some decent prices, but I wanna know what you guys think.
                      Anyone here have any of the cars I listed?

                      Thanks for any info guys
                      Add a VW Golf to the list. I think it's more value for your dollar. If gas mileage is a concern then consider the a TDi Golf. If not, then get a turbo.

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                        • WeLLWeLL
                          MVP
                          • Nov 2008
                          • 2507
                          #7
                          Re: Getting a new car...

                          I'd take the Mazda 3...don't care much for the Cobalt or Neon. Pick an import.

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                            • WDOgF0reL1fe
                              MVP
                              • Apr 2005
                              • 3427
                              #8
                              Re: Getting a new car...

                              The gti was just too pricey for my tastes, and caranddriver and edmunds both preferred the Mazda S3 compared to the gti.

                              But I think I may have found the MS3 I wanted. If all goes well, tomorrow I will be driving home with this bad boy...



                              A steal practically... 17 thousand miles.

                              Out the door at 16,300.

                              Still feels and looks new, especially for an 07. Perfect on car fax and even got the seal of approval from my girl.

                              Until I used the turbo!
                              Her face was priceless
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                              Born in powder blue.

                              Follow me on Twitter yeah.
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                              Dibs: Jennifer Aniston

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                                • WeLLWeLL
                                  MVP
                                  • Nov 2008
                                  • 2507
                                  #9
                                  Re: Getting a new car...

                                  As priceless as River's in your avatar?

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                                    • Darkleaf
                                      MVP
                                      • Feb 2006
                                      • 1685
                                      #10
                                      Re: Getting a new car...

                                      You won't be disappointed with the Mazdaspeed 3, I bought mine in 07 and have never had so much fun driving! It's a complete sleeper and it's good on gas as far as I'm concerned.

                                      I went with Cobb springs and a Mazdaspeed intake, it dynoed at 291 HP. I even drive mine in the winter and have never had a problem but I went with Nokian Hakkapeliitta's probably the best winter tires but really expensive too.

                                      I still wish I had gone with the red but I like the black a lot so I guess I'm not too upset with my choice.
                                      Driving this car is the highlight of my day in the morning and I find myself getting excited to drive it after work, I would suggest getting an intake not just for the 25+ HP it gives you but also to hear that Turbo whistle when you are tearing off an on ramp!

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                                        • KSUowls
                                          All Star
                                          • Jul 2009
                                          • 5886
                                          #11
                                          Re: Getting a new car...

                                          Originally posted by WDOgF0reL1fe
                                          Alright so my 97 Civic is wearing down on me, although I keep it in fantastic shape and thought now would be a time to get a newer car (used more likely).

                                          These are the cars I have been looking at (with most recent being last)
                                          09 Honda Civic Si
                                          09 Cobalt SS Supercharged
                                          05 Dodge Neon SRT4
                                          and now, an 07 Mazda Mazdaspeed 3.

                                          Ive been researching like crazy, which is why I have been led to my 4th different car in about a month. I have found a couple for some decent prices, but I wanna know what you guys think.
                                          Anyone here have any of the cars I listed?

                                          Thanks for any info guys
                                          I was looking for a new car about a year ago and was looking for the same style of car you seem to be looking at. I test drove a supercharged Cobalt (08 I think) and I really liked it. It was smooth and had decent pickup.

                                          Money was a concern though so I ended up buying a 2006 Mazda3 sedan for half the price of a new cobalt. I enjoy the car, it gets good gas mileage and looks good. Now, I can't compare performance to the mazdaspeed version of the car, but I can tell you that mazda3's have some really nice features (especially if you go with the i-touring addition). Starting in 2008 they came with an ipod jack for your radio, cd/mp3 player, Bose sound system and some things that I can't recall at the moment.

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                                            • Darkleaf
                                              MVP
                                              • Feb 2006
                                              • 1685
                                              #12
                                              Re: Getting a new car...

                                              Yeah the Speed come's with Bose, 6 disc CD changer and an Ipod jack. And one of the biggest glove compartments I've ever seen! But the lamest sounding horn.. I swapped that out within the first month for a Stebel Nautilus :wink:

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                                                • WDOgF0reL1fe
                                                  MVP
                                                  • Apr 2005
                                                  • 3427
                                                  #13
                                                  Re: Getting a new car...

                                                  ^ Yeah the horn is killer. But the trim I have is not the one with the Bose speakers (thankfully). I will eventually upgrade the sound system, and YES get an intake. I cant wait to get a valve for that turbo.

                                                  Im really glad I found red, especially considering the inside stitching is red and black, im a stickler for matching.

                                                  Your car looks awesome by the way, how much you get your intake for? And what type of place did you get it at? (Independent, chain, etc.)
                                                  Charger Fan Born and Raised!
                                                  Born in powder blue.

                                                  Follow me on Twitter yeah.
                                                  @WillSoistman
                                                  Dibs: Jennifer Aniston

                                                  "Success isn't earned, it's leased. Rent is due every damn day.

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                                                    • TrapStar215
                                                      MVP
                                                      • Jun 2008
                                                      • 2832
                                                      #14
                                                      Re: Getting a new car...

                                                      I would go with the Cobalt SS.
                                                      "Okay, here's the story. I come from the gutter. I know that. I got no education... but that's okay. I know the street, and I'm making all the right connections. With the right woman, there's no stopping me. I could go right to the top."

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                                                        • burnwood
                                                          MVP
                                                          • May 2003
                                                          • 2270
                                                          #15
                                                          Re: Getting a new car...

                                                          Originally posted by WDOgF0reL1fe
                                                          The gti was just too pricey for my tastes, and caranddriver and edmunds both preferred the Mazda S3 compared to the gti.

                                                          But I think I may have found the MS3 I wanted. If all goes well, tomorrow I will be driving home with this bad boy...



                                                          A steal practically... 17 thousand miles.

                                                          Out the door at 16,300.

                                                          Still feels and looks new, especially for an 07. Perfect on car fax and even got the seal of approval from my girl.

                                                          Until I used the turbo!
                                                          Her face was priceless
                                                          I did research on the Mazdaspeed 3 and I didn't notice it was a turbo. It has great reviews and a whole lot of power for a hot hatch.

                                                          Don't even think twice. Get this car.

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