Bboy AJ

I'm looking to purchase a sporty rear-wheel drive car. I want to get some experience on these babies before heading onto the S2000 (and I can't afford it yet.)

My criteria, aside from the RWD aspect, is something that is a sport coupe and cheap (Around $5k). If the Integra GSR were RWD, I'd be all over that. That's something I'd like. A high revving car.

Any ideas? Please use the Integra GSR as a model for similar RWD cars. If you need me to paint a better picture, please list other criteria that should be met. Also, I don't really want a Mustang.

Thanks!

ArtnZen

I think a Miata would easily meet your criteria.

Bboy AJ

I want something reliable, too. I think a Miata would fit, sounds good, but I don't like the feminine stigma attached to the car.

An RX-7 would be sweet, but it's not reliable enough. I found this one in my area (it's the only one in 30 miles), but I don't know if I have the cash to take care of it. That is one nice car, though.

What about a Nissan 300ZX? Are those reliable?

Sorry for all the questions, just looking to make an informed decision.

4wheelVFR

Check out late 80's or early 90's supras. A clean unmodded fox body mustang would be ok too.

VTEC_Junkie

240sx, miata, mr2, rx7, 300zx, e30 or e36 bmw coupe or sedan.

VTEC_Junkie

just go for a 240sx. it's not too much power, so you won't get overwelmed while learning.

VTEC_Junkie

fyi: anything in the $5K or below range will not be that reliable. if you want a reliable rwd car, you'll have to up your budget to at least $10K.

22calbr

im sure you can find a bunch of reliable miatas or 240 sx's for under $5k, or just rebuild/swap motor and still be under 5k

Bboy AJ

Well, by reliable, I mean something that'll just need normal care for 2 years or so until I can buy a new car. For example, nothing like an RX-7 that'll take lots of money to upkeep.

There aren't any manual 240SX in my area as of now, just auto trannys. Not my cup of tea.

I'm looking at a Porsche 944. Seems pretty good. I know Porsches are pretty reliable if taken care of.

PedalFaster

Stay well away from $5k 944s -- they're very expensive to care for.

Steve
- ex-944 guy