ok guys heres the deal... i am 16 now and during the summer i am hoping to bring in enough money to buy my first car. my older sister is going to college and is not allowed to drive her car, which is a bright green 99 jetta gl. i could just drive the jetta to school and back and let her use it when she gets home or something, but i really think it is time for me to get my own car. i was looking at cars such as early 240s, 3rd gen supras, and things at that nature, but as a 16 year old insurance is a big factor. so i am open to any suggestions on a car that is quick and fun to drive with some aftermarket that will not kill me on insurance. i am on here quite a bit and here people suggest 3rd gen integras, and older civics and corrollas, but really any feedback would help. not to forget, my budget is proly around 5000 - 8000, but my parents could chip in and i already have about 3000 in the bank from previous jobs. thank you guys in advance.

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yeah insurance will kill you on anything with some speed to it, but 5 to 8 thousand will get you a nice car......integras are an option, also accords, maybe a escort zx-2 5 speed, that would be a good starter car

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Its not really my style but integras are good starter cars. I have had 3 friends that got the older ones and nothing seems to go wrong with them and they are fairly cheap. One of my friends was an 89 and was just like new. It burned oil but he just kept putting a quart in every couple of weeks. He never changed the oil in 2 years but it still ran like a champ. Also another friend had a 91, it was a total POS but it was very mechanically sound. Pretty quick for what it was, much faster than the hondas and stuff that were local.

yea i was just saying what others had suggested but thats just it, there are a lot of tegs around and i wanted something unique, i am in no way saying anything about your posts, but was asking more of what cars do you suggest, like a was thinking miata, but i dont know they just scream homosexual (no offense)

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A lot of people perceive Miatas as strictly girl cars. Those people are merely ignorant and judgmental, and don't let them deter you from buying what is quite possibly the best first car for someone looking for something sporty yet economical. If you care about straight-line power more than handling, the Miata might not be for you, but if you want to go autocrossing, drifting, or road racing, and you're looking for a first car, I can't recommend anything higher than a Miata.

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yeah the miata is good car, dont know how the insurance would work out for you, but its a nice little car, excellent handling and quick and fun

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to be honest, i'd buy some cheap beater car (which is in decent condition, like a honda/toyota) and really learn how to drive. You think you know how.. but when you face certain situations.. you won't know what to do and you'll be screwing yourself.

get a cheap car that is disposable.. just drive it for a lil under a year. then get yourself a better car

just a suggestion

Look for like a Civic, Integra, Prelude, Maxima, or something like that. Good luck finding a 3rd Gen Supra.

One thing about the miata is that its a convertable. I don't know why but girls love a convertable. If I was 16 I would rather that than any other economy car. If you can find one for cheap go for it and pick up some chicks.

yea by no means am i saying i am going out to buy a 3rd gen supra or that i am mario andretti but i am going to consider a miata, it really all depends on the time and place. thanks for the help guys

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A lot of people perceive Miatas as strictly girl cars. Those people are merely ignorant and judgmental, and don't let them deter you from buying what is quite possibly the best first car for someone looking for something sporty yet economical. If you care about straight-line power more than handling, the Miata might not be for you, but if you want to go autocrossing, drifting, or road racing, and you're looking for a first car, I can't recommend anything higher than a Miata.

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why is everyone telling this kid to get a miata, whats so good about them?? dude, go out and look for a used civic si, integra gsr, prelude, 300zx, 240sx, something alone those lines.. miatas are chick cars...

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why is everyone telling this kid to get a miata, whats so good about them?? dude, go out and look for a used civic si, integra gsr, prelude, 300zx, 240sx, something alone those lines.. miatas are chick cars...

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The Miata handles better than any of those except for the 300ZX, and I don't think he can afford a 300ZX when you factor in gas mileage and insurance. So what if chicks drive it? That's no reason not to buy one, unless you're that sexually insecure about yourself, in which case I pity you anyways.

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Why do you say he wouldnt be able to afford a 300ZX? You can easily find one for $8k-$10k in good condition. For insurance, if its put under his parents name it will be less $. Cant really do anything about gas because the prices go up all the time.

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As far as the miata, the car is way underpowered for anything anyway. 142hp, 125tq. . I would get something with alot more pep to it.

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