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04-09-2002, 09:27 PM
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Hey Steve, sorry about the car. I hope everything works out fine.
Are you gona be still selling intake for 2002. I am still deciding either to get it or not. I might be too late if you not gona sell them anymore..
Good luck with the car.
Are you gona be still selling intake for 2002. I am still deciding either to get it or not. I might be too late if you not gona sell them anymore..
Good luck with the car.
04-09-2002, 09:48 PM
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WRX is sweet for driving...only driving.
Interior is bunk and exterior is bunk.
Get an AWD Turbo DSM. Probably the easiest import car to make really fast...my buddies AWD runs 12's with a handful of mods. Tons of after market support...should be very affordable...don’t have to worry about warrantee...
Sorry to hear about your max.
Hopefully you will still contribute to the max community.
You going to sell your AGX's?
Brian
Interior is bunk and exterior is bunk.
Get an AWD Turbo DSM. Probably the easiest import car to make really fast...my buddies AWD runs 12's with a handful of mods. Tons of after market support...should be very affordable...don’t have to worry about warrantee...
Sorry to hear about your max.
Hopefully you will still contribute to the max community.
You going to sell your AGX's?
Brian
04-10-2002, 01:16 AM
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Originally posted by MAX2000JP
Wont you take a pretty decent loss from depreciation?? The WRX is a very modable car, but you will be driving around in one of the ugliest cars on the road.
Wont you take a pretty decent loss from depreciation?? The WRX is a very modable car, but you will be driving around in one of the ugliest cars on the road.
04-10-2002, 04:18 AM
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other things i don't like about the car also. i'm gonna drive a WRX tomorrow maybe and see how i like it. if now i'm gonna look for a 98-99 GSX. i'm not gonna trade my car either. i'll sell it outright to some doof.
and yes i will still be selling intakes and other things from frankencar, if i have to give stuff to people to let them test it then that's what i'm do. i love the whole "I Own a business" thing
-steve
and yes i will still be selling intakes and other things from frankencar, if i have to give stuff to people to let them test it then that's what i'm do. i love the whole "I Own a business" thing
-steve
04-10-2002, 04:19 AM
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I vote S4 from those choices but aren't they are out of production until next year 
or are looking for a used one. I saw a 00 S4 in the local paper for $30K (Cincinnati)
I really want to like Audi and BMW. Great machines when they are healthy but their reliability is not on par with Japanese vehicle and expen$ive when they need repairs (from talking with friends who have those brands).
Most people can afford to buy the car but can they afford to drive it.
or are looking for a used one. I saw a 00 S4 in the local paper for $30K (Cincinnati)I really want to like Audi and BMW. Great machines when they are healthy but their reliability is not on par with Japanese vehicle and expen$ive when they need repairs (from talking with friends who have those brands).
Most people can afford to buy the car but can they afford to drive it.
04-10-2002, 04:26 AM
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Originally posted by dmbmaxima88
i like suspense
....... I'm looking at E36 M3's(again), 98-99 M Roadsters, maybe a new Z3, audi S4 or TT coupe(225HP), 98-99 Eclipse GSX, any other suggestions??????
-steve always up never down
i like suspense
....... I'm looking at E36 M3's(again), 98-99 M Roadsters, maybe a new Z3, audi S4 or TT coupe(225HP), 98-99 Eclipse GSX, any other suggestions??????
-steve
always up never down
Call me weird, but I'd also suggest a Z-coupe. (Yaaaas, the hatchback!!)
04-10-2002, 04:39 AM
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Originally posted by RKS
I vote S4 from those choices but aren't they are out of production until next year or are looking for a used one. I saw a 00 S4 in the local paper for $30K (Cincinnati)
I really want to like Audi and BMW. Great machines when they are healthy but their reliability is not on par with Japanese vehicle and expen$ive when they need repairs (from talking with friends who have those brands).
Most people can afford to buy the car but can they afford to drive it.
I vote S4 from those choices but aren't they are out of production until next year
or are looking for a used one. I saw a 00 S4 in the local paper for $30K (Cincinnati)I really want to like Audi and BMW. Great machines when they are healthy but their reliability is not on par with Japanese vehicle and expen$ive when they need repairs (from talking with friends who have those brands).
Most people can afford to buy the car but can they afford to drive it.
04-10-2002, 05:39 AM
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we know whatever car he gets will become a ricey frankencar anyway. and then it will break!
But at least Steve is a nice kid, and I'm glad it was only the car that was hurt. Did you catch the name on the truck or anything? Sue 'em!
But at least Steve is a nice kid, and I'm glad it was only the car that was hurt. Did you catch the name on the truck or anything? Sue 'em!
04-10-2002, 06:11 AM
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Originally posted by dmbmaxima88
that's what i'm worried about, 98-99 GSX for under 20k with low miles and i can work on those easy, i have before my friend has a TSI Talon. and the WRX would be under warranty but so would a certified used S4 from a dealer but 30K for a two yeaer old car.
that's what i'm worried about, 98-99 GSX for under 20k with low miles and i can work on those easy, i have before my friend has a TSI Talon. and the WRX would be under warranty but so would a certified used S4 from a dealer but 30K for a two yeaer old car.
My friend has a 12 second DSM. Not the most reliable car out there. Usually it can't even finish the quarter mile between his house and taco bell without breaking down.
Here's a thought.
Buy a 350z !? or a G35 coupe... or a used 300zxTT!! Don't leave the nissan family man!
but if you do...sell me your agx's?
That is if they're not bent.
04-10-2002, 06:35 AM
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I'm looking at S4's right now. You can find 00 S4's with relatively low miles for the 30k range. The great thing about these cars is how easy it is to get more power out of them
How about this one?
$37,500 for a 00 with only 800 miles and LOTS of mods already.
http://www.tap1.com/Cars_For_Sale/cars_for_sale.html
How about this one?
$37,500 for a 00 with only 800 miles and LOTS of mods already.
http://www.tap1.com/Cars_For_Sale/cars_for_sale.html
04-10-2002, 06:46 AM
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Originally posted by breaux124
I'm looking at S4's right now. You can find 00 S4's with relatively low miles for the 30k range. The great thing about these cars is how easy it is to get more power out of them
How about this one?
$37,500 for a 00 with only 800 miles and LOTS of mods already.
http://www.tap1.com/Cars_For_Sale/cars_for_sale.html
I'm looking at S4's right now. You can find 00 S4's with relatively low miles for the 30k range. The great thing about these cars is how easy it is to get more power out of them
How about this one?
$37,500 for a 00 with only 800 miles and LOTS of mods already.
http://www.tap1.com/Cars_For_Sale/cars_for_sale.html
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04-10-2002, 06:47 AM
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Sorry to hear about your car man. I don't blame you for wanting to get rid of it. I would suggest finding a used M3. You can pick up a 97 with pretty low miles for less than 25k. Sone bolt ons and they have 285hp at the crank.
04-10-2002, 07:29 AM
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that sucks.. sorry steve..
hmmm... so you want a turbo four door ?
for under 20g ???
I know I saw something like that the other day .. Ohhhh I know where i saw it , in MY DRIVEWAY
g'luck on your search for a new car man .. be careful with those dsm's specially the 95 up ones...if you don't know what to look out for email me
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hmmm... so you want a turbo four door ?
for under 20g ???
I know I saw something like that the other day .. Ohhhh I know where i saw it , in MY DRIVEWAY
g'luck on your search for a new car man .. be careful with those dsm's specially the 95 up ones...if you don't know what to look out for email me
Ant
04-10-2002, 08:57 AM
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Originally posted by Lime
just an FYI about s4's...the transmissions are really fragile.
just an FYI about s4's...the transmissions are really fragile.
Plus they are UGLY...
If I was in your situation right now....I'd find a nice STOCK 97-98 Supra TT.....probably run you about what the S4 will...but very modable, and reliable...and IMO nicer that all the other cars on your list....even the S4....
04-10-2002, 09:31 AM
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DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
04-10-2002, 09:57 AM
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Originally posted by Lime
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
Download it first then watch it...prepare yourself...
04-10-2002, 09:58 AM
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Expensive to make go fast? I thought BPU is only about $1500? Doesn't that give you another 100hp at the wheels??? Not bad if you ask me. Stock ecu, injectors are turbos too. I haven't read of any tranny or driveline problems on anything less than 650hp. Again not bad.
What other car can be modded for less that would give you that amount of power and reliability? Maybe a Buick GN but only if you want 1/4 mile car and that American interior and suspension.
Even a S4 w/ a chip/exhaust/intake wont' come close to 400 RWHP. And that is alot more than $1500 I believe.
What other car can be modded for less that would give you that amount of power and reliability? Maybe a Buick GN but only if you want 1/4 mile car and that American interior and suspension.
Even a S4 w/ a chip/exhaust/intake wont' come close to 400 RWHP. And that is alot more than $1500 I believe.
Originally posted by Lime
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
04-10-2002, 10:23 AM
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Originally posted by Lime
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
it's about 3400lb ..
go to pocono raceway and watch them roadrace, they are possible the best handling car there..
Ugly , that is totally your opinion i think they are beautiful
Turboback + Re-wire of STOCK fuel pump + 22psi= 425 WHEEL hp ...
and I have never heard of a plateu .. i know many, many people whom i speak to often that DAILY DRIVE 600+ whp supras...
Yeah jeff you right .. less then 1500 for BPU
ok i feel better now, i'm done
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04-10-2002, 11:03 AM
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I have to agree with the crowd, the Supra is a modifiers dream. With a little bit of money you can get these things into 400+Hp at the wheels.
Check out Sport Compact Mag, they did a comparison with 8 HOOKED-UP cars (Supra, Integra, Ferrari, a hyndai with two engines, etc). The supra was hanging with the Ferrari in the track course. I think they are a good all around car.
But how much does insurance run?
Check out Sport Compact Mag, they did a comparison with 8 HOOKED-UP cars (Supra, Integra, Ferrari, a hyndai with two engines, etc). The supra was hanging with the Ferrari in the track course. I think they are a good all around car.
But how much does insurance run?
04-10-2002, 12:12 PM
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Originally posted by Lime
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
DO NOT GET A SUPRA!!!!!!!!!!!!
they are heavy, handle very poorly, and are very ugly. Yes, they can be fast, but they are very expensive to get that way, and they have this horsepower plateau past which almost no one can succeed.
04-10-2002, 12:41 PM
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Originally posted by maxse01
How much facking crack do you smoke?!?! Supra's are the most awesome cars to mod. At 3400 lbs it's no lightweight, but they do manage to pull .98 g's. That's incredible in anyones book. A BPU supra will run low 12's in the quater at 120+. They have getrag 6 speed that shift like a dream, and one of the most reliable engines ever made. 600hp on stock internals is not something an ordinary engine can do. I think you should read up on supras before you go bad mouthing them.
How much facking crack do you smoke?!?! Supra's are the most awesome cars to mod. At 3400 lbs it's no lightweight, but they do manage to pull .98 g's. That's incredible in anyones book. A BPU supra will run low 12's in the quater at 120+. They have getrag 6 speed that shift like a dream, and one of the most reliable engines ever made. 600hp on stock internals is not something an ordinary engine can do. I think you should read up on supras before you go bad mouthing them.
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04-10-2002, 02:32 PM
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Well, I would take a played out Black Supra TT BPU++ and about 500hp any day of the week. To me, I would rather be "played out" and 2 miles ahead than trendy and sportin' neons. hehe
Originally posted by Cumalot
MKIV SupraTT...
The MKIV Supras are kind of played out though. Plus, finding one at a decent price is hard. Even an used stock one will cost you over $20k in most cases.
MKIV SupraTT...
The MKIV Supras are kind of played out though. Plus, finding one at a decent price is hard. Even an used stock one will cost you over $20k in most cases.
04-10-2002, 06:34 PM
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i'm not gonna get a supra, as much as i want insurance will be outrageouse at this point, im head over heels into my car and dont want to spend another 30K. i'm gonna drive a WRX in a couple days and see how i like it. i don't like the headlights but i found these 3 pod ones that look hot with hid's are under 1k then fog light covers are like 100 or so. chip it out, intake and exhaust and be in the 13's with AWD drift style. it's no max but i think i need something different, i'm 19 and on my second family sedan. i love the options but..... god i don't know. i want something newer for 25-30k not a 95-98 car out of warranty.
-steve
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04-10-2002, 07:25 PM
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besides the accident, why do you want to get rid of this car so badly? its an awesome car...
besides the accident, why do you want to get rid of this car so badly? its an awesome car...
thats what I want too, sort of ... being 17 but I want speed & luxury & handling & style I don't think I can get a car like that lol
04-10-2002, 07:59 PM
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Originally posted by costcowholesale
I think he wants something fun to drive(handling) with style, not something thats fast & luxury.
thats what I want too, sort of ... being 17 but I want speed & luxury & handling & style I don't think I can get a car like that lol
I think he wants something fun to drive(handling) with style, not something thats fast & luxury.
thats what I want too, sort of ... being 17 but I want speed & luxury & handling & style I don't think I can get a car like that lol
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04-10-2002, 08:37 PM
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Originally posted by mb1
this is probably the wrong time to ask, but will you still be making 4th gen intakes?
this is probably the wrong time to ask, but will you still be making 4th gen intakes?
yes we will once i get my life settled in the next couple days. frankencar will live on and we hope to still expand out product line. it's gonna take over a week for the parts to come in and another week for them to do the work then i'll see what happens. i mgith have it for a few months who knows. the less the better.
