Daily Driver Help!

[Deserion]

Originally Posted by CVstarBoxster

since you mentioned it, what's MK3? what does it stand for? Can you explain the different volkswagen model? the golf v jetta? gti? etc. I only know the R32. Thanks by the way.

Mk3 Golf/Jetta, sold in North America 1993-1999
Mk4 Golf/Jetta, 1999.5-2005
Mk5 Jetta 2005.5-2010
Mk5 Rabbit (Golf) 2006-2010 (North America)
GTI is a trimline of the Golf (like an S model, sort of), while the GLI is a similar trim to the Jetta.

[jb92563]

Keep the 7k and save it to put down on a lower miles Boxster in a few years and enjoy your daily commute in your Boxster.

You bought it for the fun of driving so why not get that joy daily...how much is that worth?

I look forward to my morning and evening drive every day.

[stephen wilson]

That's not a bad idea, any car you can buy for 5-7K is going to have some issues. Especially the ones you list, which aren't low priced econo-cars.

[CVstarBoxster]

Originally Posted by stephen wilson

That's not a bad idea, any car you can buy for 5-7K is going to have some issues. Especially the ones you list, which aren't low priced econo-cars.

Steve, which low priced econo-car do u suggest?

[Johnny Danger]

I highly recommend a Mini Cooper S. However, with only 5-7k to spend, you'd be lucky to get a set of fronts seats for that.

[stephen wilson]

I'm not sure I have any recommendations, though my wife's RSX S has been great (the ride's a bit choppy). I haven't been in the market for many years. I think the main point was that you will be able to get a car in better condition if you look for one that had a low initial sticker price.

[TeamOxford]

It reads that you have your heart set on a WRX. If you can't locate a suitable one, you may want to consider any of the other AWD Subarus. They're great cars to have during a New England winter.

As a DD/commuter car, the Honda Civic is also very good. The later wedge types can be had at a reasonable price. 100K mile examples are almost considered to be new. If you get one, resolve any issues immediately, and the car will perform flawlessly with minimum maintenance. Oil and filter changes, tire rotation, etc. Just the basic stuff. After that, they're like hair dryers. When you want use it, just turn it on, and it works. Plus the gas mileage is super. 35-40 MPG easily.

TO

[thstone]

Originally Posted by Johnny Danger

I highly recommend a Mini Cooper S. However, with only 5-7k to spend, you'd be lucky to get a set of fronts seats for that.

I'll second the Mini Cooper S! My 2002 has been very reliable. And as Johnny knows, chicks dig Danger Yellow.

[Johnny Danger]

Originally Posted by thstone

I'll second the Mini Cooper S! My 2002 has been very reliable. And as Johnny knows, chicks dig Danger Yellow.

Between the Danger Yellow, and TH's good looks, it's a formula for fatal attractions.

[CVstarBoxster]

Originally Posted by thstone

I'll second the Mini Cooper S! My 2002 has been very reliable. And as Johnny knows, chicks dig Danger Yellow.

how many miles on your cooper? Believe it or not i've seen many 02-03s going for around 6-7k with around 100k miles (more or less). is yours under warranty? how is the maintenance?

[aclark133]

Originally Posted by Deserion

Mk3 Golf/Jetta, sold in North America 1993-1999
Mk4 Golf/Jetta, 1999.5-2005
Mk5 Jetta 2005.5-2010
Mk5 Rabbit (Golf) 2006-2010 (North America)
GTI is a trimline of the Golf (like an S model, sort of), while the GLI is a similar trim to the Jetta.

He knows his vws

[CoBeerToad]

I feel ya. I'm taking a new job starting in July. My POS truck will not make the 45 mile commute so the Boxster will become my daily driver starting next week. I'm not looking forward to putting 100 miles a day on my car that previously only saw about 3-4k miles a year, but I'm kind of out of options.

Luckily, in December, I'll be purchasing my father's Chrysler 300 so hopefully, I won't have to worry about salt. (Please hold off Chicago winter!) Also I think I have just enough tire left to get me to December and I'll still have under 100k on the odometer. Barely.

[woodsman]

I think the Acura EL is the ultimate commuter car- if, low cost and comfort are your needs. There's a lot of cars I'd rather drive but they all cost a lot more to buy and run. To me there's important and unimportant miles. I drive the Porsche for those that count most.