egott_91 Posted February 25, 2012 Share Posted February 25, 2012 Well, I'm thinking about selling both the SS and truck this spring and getting a nice all year round daily driver that still has some power. I thought I would ask the forum what everyone thought. I'm open to suggestions. So far I really like SRT8 Jeeps and TBSS's. What else do you guys recommend? List of Qualifications: Power (V8, turbo/supercharged 4 banger, or stout V6) Comfortable Reliable Decent mileage (18+ highway) Around $25k Newer (2005+) So what do you guys think? Need some more options to consider. Also thought about a 3 series BMW or Audi of some form, but they're so damn expensive to fix... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChargerMatt Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Dodge Charger R/T AWD my vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Tegeler Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Subaru STI is alawyas a fun car to drive with a little get up and go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dipolley Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 We just bought a Saturn Vue. It has a V6 and we spent about $18K all day. It was voted money magazine's #3 used car. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IMADreamer Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 G8? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAYBEN Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 G8? sounds like he wants AWD/4x4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjoeaull Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I would go either SRT8 GC or Sierra Denali if you like trucks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chobbs Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I prefer having two vehicles, one beater and one nice. That way I have something to drive in the rain snow and dirt and my "nice" car stays nice. Not to mention if something goes wrong with one car I always have another car rather than having to rent. I can also see the argument for consolidating bills and having one car. I also like the jeep Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I have an 08 Impala SS with a V8, decent mileage, 303 hp. Runs good, good pick up, it'll go fast but definitely NOT sporty in looks. I can't drive anything 4 cylinder. Had one........ONE. Never again. V8 is the only way to go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LFairbanks Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 My vote would be Toyota 4Runner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dipolley Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I have an 08 Impala SS with a V8, decent mileage, 303 hp. Runs good, good pick up, it'll go fast but definitely NOT sporty in looks. I can't drive anything 4 cylinder. Had one........ONE. Never again. V8 is the only way to go. Rich, don't underestimate a 4 banger. They can be just as powerful and get better milage. I will agree with you to some extent; I will never purchase a naturally-aspirated 4 cyl ever again. My Sky Redline is a 4 cyl. 2.0 liter, turbo. Current estimates are around 300 - 310 hp (just retuned and I have not dyno'ed it yet), I get 34 MPG, (25 MPG average), and it runs a 1/4 mile in under 14.00 seconds at over 1 mile in altitude. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egott_91 Posted February 26, 2012 Author Share Posted February 26, 2012 I'm into more sporty things also. So 4Runner is a no go. I do like G8 GT's, that's high on the list. I would like AWD/4x4 but not absolutely necessary since my truck isn't and I drive that in all conditions. I would think a G8 GT would be at the top of my list. I definitely need something that is more practical, so like a miata and cars of that sort are out. Ha. I wish there were more SRT8 jeeps around, I really like the looks of those. But I definitely like G8 GT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Divine Clarity Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Genesis Coupe! I love my new one and you can get different versions. Definitely a car you need to consider! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAYBEN Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I think he wants a 4 door Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ExpressThis13 Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Consider a Nissan Maxima? They are a 3.5 V6 with nice power and sound pretty good with nice exhaust and intake and well equipped and nice luxury. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
egott_91 Posted February 26, 2012 Author Share Posted February 26, 2012 I think he wants a 4 door Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Not necessarily. Both of my vehicles now are 2 doors with a pretty much useless back seat in both. Lol. I did have a '02 Durango RT I liked, that's why I was thinking about going the TBSS'S or SRT 8 Jeep route. Fast, sound good, look good, and AWD making it good in the snow two. I'm just trying to get options of everything right now at the moment. I do like Audi S4's. Wish I could afford an Audi RS4 cause then the search would be one and done. Like I said though, as of now, top 3 right now are G8 GT, TBSS, and SRT8 Jeep. Keep the suggestions coming guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Divine Clarity Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I think he wants a 4 door Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Well then there is always the regular genesis haha but it has nothing to do with the genesis coupe. Its confusing and I dont know why they gave them the same names.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewko Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 so no subaru sti? IMHO looks good, feels solid (maybe not exactly luxury your looking for), plenty of power, handles pretty well, unlimited mods and so on... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b_pappy Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 The TBSS is a good choice, meets mileage requirements, fairly practical, RWD, or AWD and plenty of power, plus easy to mod the LS2 motor down the road. We love ours. Bruce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjoeaull Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I promise if you get the SRT8 GC you won't regret it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris@Adams Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Eric, either the Jeep or the TBSS would be great choices Sent from my LS670 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diggerdan11 Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 The G8 Is an awesome car, but If you want an AWD i think a nice S4 would be better but they are expensive to work on. I would seriously recommend the TBSS. You would not be disappointed. Since you already have experience with LS engines you will fit right in to the TBSS. Easy to work on, fast, great in the snow, and damn sexy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.