If you had to give up your FD
12-21-10, 09:49 PM
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12-21-10, 10:25 PM
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Replace FD- (~$20K) a beat up 993 911, Volvo S60r, maybe a C5z ( Ive raced against many modded C5z's at streets of willow and there is no way a streetable C5z handles better than modded FD's without major work, sry) 2001 M5, viper gts
Upgrade thats reasonably priced: 1) 360 Modena (I found on for 65K!, insurance i dunno?) 2) 993 turbo, 3) 911 GT3 (2007 30K miles = $65K) 4) NSX (ITB's, whole 9 yards)
Upgrade thats reasonably priced: 1) 360 Modena (I found on for 65K!, insurance i dunno?) 2) 993 turbo, 3) 911 GT3 (2007 30K miles = $65K) 4) NSX (ITB's, whole 9 yards)
12-21-10, 10:26 PM
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just drive one.
Tell you one thing. If you go drive one, be ready for your bank account to drop next day after the drive. Those cars are sick, assuming you're talking about C6 Z06. Also, are you considering giving up on your FD? Kind of wondering what the motive is for asking others' opinions, not that there is anything wrong with that.
12-21-10, 10:38 PM
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I'd need to be making at least $100k+ a year to consider it though... So that wouldn't happen while I'm still in the military
12-21-10, 10:56 PM
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Tell you one thing. If you go drive one, be ready for your bank account to drop next day after the drive. Those cars are sick, assuming you're talking about C6 Z06. Also, are you considering giving up on your FD? Kind of wondering what the motive is for asking others' opinions, not that there is anything wrong with that.
12-22-10, 01:15 PM
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If you had to give up your FD, what "reasonable" car would you upgrade to?
I think for it to be worth it, I would have to get probably the next closest best thing to an FD and get a z06. Although I've never driven one, the two cars seem to have the same base. Throw on a turbo and/or supercharger and you'll have a pretty quick and light car.
I've also heard a lot of FD people upgrade to 966 TT's but for some reason, I've never liked Porsche.
I think for it to be worth it, I would have to get probably the next closest best thing to an FD and get a z06. Although I've never driven one, the two cars seem to have the same base. Throw on a turbo and/or supercharger and you'll have a pretty quick and light car.
I've also heard a lot of FD people upgrade to 966 TT's but for some reason, I've never liked Porsche.
getting a z06.. not happening either.. just dont like american cars... dont ask why
porsche.... i will get that anyday but i prefer 911 turbo
12-22-10, 01:25 PM
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Z06 since I worked around LSx engines for 6 years. They are magical beasts that keep on going.
or an NSX.
I **** on American cars as much as the next guy but at least I can take note when they do make good cars. Sounds like you have no valid reason if you don't want us to ask.
or an NSX.
I **** on American cars as much as the next guy but at least I can take note when they do make good cars. Sounds like you have no valid reason if you don't want us to ask.
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12-22-10, 04:55 PM
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Tell you one thing. If you go drive one, be ready for your bank account to drop next day after the drive. Those cars are sick, assuming you're talking about C6 Z06. Also, are you considering giving up on your FD? Kind of wondering what the motive is for asking others' opinions, not that there is anything wrong with that.
You CAN NOT go wrong with a C6Z. I dont think there is one owner out there that regrets getting one.
In fact, i think the people who did buy one (especially recently) wished they had bought one sooner.
The C6Z is probably the BEST car you can buy off the dealer that is the best bang for buck which is not "much" more than what you can get for your FD used.
And the Z is probably 10x more car than the FD is stock. People really overlook those cars because "its just a vette" to them lol
Boy are they misinformed.
12-22-10, 05:50 PM
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if I had to give up my FD it would be for 2 reasons, 1. I needed the money, or 2. I needed something more practical and my current DD has taken a crap. That said, it would probably either be nothing (money situation) or something like an evo8/9, 06/07 sti, or an e39 m5, or a newer 335i sedan
edit: these are the most realistic solutions for me at this point in my life. Ideally when I graduate I could sell the FD, and have one of the above as a daily, and then I would really like something that was boosted from the factory for a toy, but preferrably newer
edit: these are the most realistic solutions for me at this point in my life. Ideally when I graduate I could sell the FD, and have one of the above as a daily, and then I would really like something that was boosted from the factory for a toy, but preferrably newer
12-22-10, 06:01 PM
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I think it would depend on why I had to get rid of my FD. If it were something like going broke, or a family emergency, I probably wouldn't be replacing it with something I really want like a GT3 or Exige.
The most likely reason would be that I've moved to California, and don't feel like dealing with the emissions issues there. in that case, I'd go for a C6Z because it would deliver the most power in stock form, or likely the most in a modified form that would still be legal enough. Then I'd just spend my mod money on weight shaving, big tires, and great shocks... like I do now.
The most likely reason would be that I've moved to California, and don't feel like dealing with the emissions issues there. in that case, I'd go for a C6Z because it would deliver the most power in stock form, or likely the most in a modified form that would still be legal enough. Then I'd just spend my mod money on weight shaving, big tires, and great shocks... like I do now.
12-22-10, 10:19 PM
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12-23-10, 12:36 AM
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Mazda Miata! Or S2000 which is like honda's version of the miata but as far as lightweight front engine rear wheel sports cars this is it people nothing else even comes close. Both of these cars are great say what you will about the Miata but its a great little car. 
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12-23-10, 08:02 AM
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Replace FD- (~$20K) a beat up 993 911, Volvo S60r, maybe a C5z ( Ive raced against many modded C5z's at streets of willow and there is no way a streetable C5z handles better than modded FD's without major work, sry) 2001 M5, viper gts
Upgrade thats reasonably priced: 1) 360 Modena (I found on for 65K!, insurance i dunno?) 2) 993 turbo, 3) 911 GT3 (2007 30K miles = $65K) 4) NSX (ITB's, whole 9 yards)
Upgrade thats reasonably priced: 1) 360 Modena (I found on for 65K!, insurance i dunno?) 2) 993 turbo, 3) 911 GT3 (2007 30K miles = $65K) 4) NSX (ITB's, whole 9 yards)
Not sure what you're saying but it seems that you believe a c5z is inferior to the FD whether it's modded or not. I strongly disagree based upon 7 years experience driving in DE instructor groups and Time Trials and I'm very comfortable saying a basic t1 race car is a handful for a HEAVILY modded FD and once the t1 race car variety is modded LOOK OUT! The ONLY way an FD is going to compete against a modded C5 is to drop in a different engine.
If both cars are stock running stock size slicks it's completely embarrassing.
Based upon your statement streets of willow needs some better c5 drivers because it's definitely not the car
12-23-10, 12:45 PM
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Unrealistic upgrades , but hey who knows i could win the lotto
Ford Rs200, Looks like too much fun, finding one would be a bitch
Pantera gt5 love the lines and it has a small block ford
Maybe when im out of school cars
Aerial Atom I believe Jermey Clarkson's face getting destroyed is the best sales pitch
Shelby Ac cobra kit with ITBs 427 backed by Tko500 or t56
Cars today that i would consider going too
2005/06 Ls2 GTO I just see potential with this car, the only downside i remember is that stock fenders only fit a 265 tire, which is plenty for mre.
2003/2004 Terminator mustang. Ya its a mustang but with just a cold air intake, cat back, smaller supercharger pully and a diablo sport tuner it brings the car close to 535Hp if i remember right either way small bolt ons go a long way with that car, and its IRS. Plus i saw a track instructor bully a Ford GT out of a turn in Streets of Willow with this car.
Ford Rs200, Looks like too much fun, finding one would be a bitch
Pantera gt5 love the lines and it has a small block ford
Maybe when im out of school cars
Aerial Atom I believe Jermey Clarkson's face getting destroyed is the best sales pitch
Shelby Ac cobra kit with ITBs 427 backed by Tko500 or t56
Cars today that i would consider going too
2005/06 Ls2 GTO I just see potential with this car, the only downside i remember is that stock fenders only fit a 265 tire, which is plenty for mre.
2003/2004 Terminator mustang. Ya its a mustang but with just a cold air intake, cat back, smaller supercharger pully and a diablo sport tuner it brings the car close to 535Hp if i remember right either way small bolt ons go a long way with that car, and its IRS. Plus i saw a track instructor bully a Ford GT out of a turn in Streets of Willow with this car.
12-23-10, 02:22 PM
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basically any company will take care of their big spenders, but its the ones that take care of the little guy that i respect and will remain loyal.
plus around here the consensus is you cant be fast with out a V8+ and i dont want to be part of that hillbilly mentality.
