Would like your valued opinion...

[Speed Nemisis]

Hey everyone,

I would just like to get some of your opinions regarding which car to get.

I've got a budget of around BD 16,000 - BD 18,000. I know that there are endless options out there. I'm still not sure if I should get an okay new car or a better second hand car.

I'm also wondering if I should get something more performance oriented or something a bit more luxurious. Something modifiable or leave it stock. The only thing I know is that I'm not too keen on bigger cars such as 4x4s, and I'd rather avoid a strict 2 seater.

I know, I'm making this really hard, but I'd like to get some of your opinions so I can hopefully make a good decision in the end.

Thanks guys :up2:

[Kayman]

for 16k, i would buy an Evo X.

4 door, reliable, quick enough as stock, modifiable if you want to play around later.

plus u get a 3 yr warranty.

[Speed Nemisis]

Cool thats a good choice.

I really hope this doesn't offend all the evo owners of the forum, but is the interior of the new evo, well there's no other way to say it, as lancerish as the previous models?

And how is it as a daily driver?

[Kayman]

Nope, the interior is much more refined than the previous evo's, i mean it's not lexus but u get the point.

and yes it's a daily driver, especially if you take the SST version (dual clutch automated manual) and they will also give you a power upgrade for free if you want (exhaust, chip, intake).

My advice is go for a SST Evo X if you want it as a daily driver.

It's automatic when you want it to be and manual when you wanna play around, 3 modes normal, sport, sportplus.
Keyless, Dynamic xenons, Brembo brakes, 18 inch BBS rims, Rockford sound system, recaro's.

http://www.saulgay.net/multimedia/evo_11.jpg

http://paultan.org/gallery/d/307-2/35-prototype-x-interior.jpg

plus you can always negotiate on the price since the 2010s are right around the corner.

[Kayman]

Another option you have is the G37 sedan. Priced at 16k and that car is sweeeeeet, something less sporty and more luxurious than the evo. Check it out bro.

[Unbreakable]

genesis coupe, either 3.8 or 2.0 turbo, modifiable and you get to save some cash...and if you are into american cars, why dont you check the SRT-8's

[Kayman]

http://www.egmcartech.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/02/infiniti_g37_press_images_5.jpg

http://www.theautochannel.com/news/2009/04/03/455781.1-lg.jpg

[Unbreakable]

Another option you have is the G37 sedan. Priced at 16k and that car is sweeeeeet, something less sporty and more luxurious than the evo. Check it out bro.

sorry doc, my friend is working on their marketing camp, he told me that they had a new 7 gears edition of the g37 going for 24k...

[Kayman]

that's the same one bro, i remember me, bloody, and VQ went to see it at the dealers.

it has a 7 speed gearbox as I recall, bloody correct me if i'm wrong.

[Unbreakable]

lol...sorry man, i was talking about the sport G37S

[Speed Nemisis]

Kayman: I should look into the G37s, cause I remember test driving the G35 sedan, and i was shocked at how much power the V6 produced. Any idea how much the coupe costs? and are we ever gonna get the convertible?

Unbreakable: I was thinking about a Genesis 2.0 and slapping on a bigger turbo (hard to resist the sound of a blow off valve). I guess i would have a hard time sleeping knowing that I spent my money on a hyundai though (forgive me i'm old fashioned, i know how much better the new Genesis is, but its still a hyundai). Any idea how much the 2.0 costs? And who could help me install a bigger turbo?

Thanks guys...

[red-m3]

bro what about camaro?????????

[Unbreakable]

Unbreakable: I was thinking about a Genesis 2.0 and slapping on a bigger turbo (hard to resist the sound of a blow off valve). I guess i would have a hard time sleeping knowing that I spent my money on a hyundai though (forgive me i'm old fashioned, i know how much better the new Genesis is, but its still a hyundai). Any idea how much the 2.0 costs? And who could help me install a bigger turbo?

Thanks guys...

In response to the "its just a hyundai comment", let’s look at what hyundai has done with the Genesis Sedan.
For starters the 4.6L V8 is the most efficient naturally aspirated V8 available in any car priced under 20K! The Genesis Sedan has a more rigid frame, quieter ride, a better braking system and a more advanced suspension than the 5 series BMW and E class Mercedes, far out classing the Altima based Maxima and Infiniti M series. So by “its still a Hyundai”, you mean its still a product of, the worlds leading engineers, an almost limitless pre-production budget, and four years of stringent modeling, testing, reconfiguration and post production testing, your right its still just a Hyundai. Considering that Hyundai has outsold Honda and Nissan world wide for three years running, and was one of only two auto-manufacturers to have a gaining first quarter in the US this year, maybe this “just Hyundai” car has more potential than you give it credit for! Oh and lets not forget ZF is a pretty good name in transmissions!! my 2 fils :tuup:

[-=<FOXXX>=-]

dude long time no see where ya been?

I'd rule out a G37 sedan because it will eclipse your budget. The Evo X is a more popular choice since ur a mitsu dude. The Genesis is a monster 4 cylinder bang for buck pack of goodness.

over and out

[BLOODLINE]

G37 Sedan no doubt, 16500B.D and yes it has a 7 speed tranny .. the 24k version ur talking about unbreakable is the coupe G37s

I'd hit the G37 sedan no doubts on that and if I wanna go sporty i'd take the genesis coupe v6 for 10k rather taking a 2.0 turbo for 9.5k

[Kayman]

i would take the v6 genesis over the 2.0, i don't know about you but i will always favor N/A over F/I... I just don't trust F/I in our weather no matter what everyone says.

[designo]

A 2nd hand Porsche 996 Turbo

[Kayman]

A 2nd hand Porsche 996 Turbo

those go for around 20ish... no way its 16ish!

sorry ed, i thought you knew better :nono2:

and bring your C2 let's play :booty:

[BLOODLINE]

those go for around 20ish... no way its 16ish!
el me7taj .....

:ban:

[Speed Nemisis]

Wow i think I might have struck a nerve with the hyundai comment :eek:
I blame it on my arab mentality hehe. But its good to see that one of these auto companies is actually progressing and improving its products rather than taking some steps back. And I do agree with you the Genesis sedan is a step in the right direction for Hyundai. And I've seen some good things online about the Genesis coupe. Hell, the SEMA show is littered with them. In its defense I never test drove one so I have no idea what its capable of. Its an option worth considering.

I'm sure many of you are gonna disagree with me, but sadly, in this part of the world, a car is not only a means of transportation, its also a status symbol. I know most of you are going to say "you should be getting a car for yourself and not to show off to others", but deep down i know some of you would agree. At the end of the day, there's a difference between knowing that the key in your pocket says Hyundai or BMW or Porsche. Also you know the feeling that you get knowing that your car came out of Ulsan in South Korea vs. Bavaria or Stuttgart (oh God bless Stuttgart).

[Speed Nemisis]

A 2nd hand Porsche 996 Turbo

Thats definitely more my cup of tea :smoke:

I heard that Porsche's reliability rivals the Japanese cars.
Would the Porsche owners agree with that?

[Speed Nemisis]

dude long time no see where ya been?

I'd rule out a G37 sedan because it will eclipse your budget. The Evo X is a more popular choice since ur a mitsu dude. The Genesis is a monster 4 cylinder bang for buck pack of goodness.

over and out

Dude, the mitsubishi thing was just a phase. We were all teenagers once right?:pat:
Plus, having totaled 2 eclipses in my life, lets just say that mitsubishi is out of my system now :mumble:

I gotta move up in life :bounce:

[v8m]

Take alook http://www.hyundaigenesis.com/coupe/default.aspx

but

if i wear you i'd take the G

[Speed Nemisis]

Take alook http://www.hyundaigenesis.com/coupe/default.aspx

but

if i wear you i'd take the G

Thanks man, Hyundai definitely improved their marketing efforts.
I must say that website is quite impressive.

[Kayman]

Stuttgart (oh God bless Stuttgart).

:hail:

[designo]

Thats definitely more my cup of tea :smoke:

I heard that Porsche's reliability rivals the Japanese cars.
Would the Porsche owners agree with that?

http://www.bahcars.com/en/search_cars/detail.php?ref=14472

[Speed Nemisis]

http://www.bahcars.com/en/search_cars/detail.php?ref=14472

Wow great find! Didn't know that a 996TT would be in my price range :beat2:

The question is, is it gonna spend most of its life in the garage getting fixed?

What about if say i want to take it out on a track day. Would I have to service and fix the hell out of it after every time i get a bit aggressive with it?
(I heard that the new GT-Rs need a tranny fluid change and brake service after every track day which could cost $2,000- $5,000 every time).

[-Hussain-]

what do you think about a
BMW 3 seires coupe new/used
MB C class with an AMG kit
MB E class
Infiniti G37
Lexus IS300
full option new Maxima
I don't know how much is the CTS-V but it's nice

hope you liked them
and sorry if my choices where cheap to you

[Speed Nemisis]

what do you think about a
BMW 3 seires coupe new/used
MB C class with an AMG kit
MB E class
Infiniti G37
Lexus IS300
full option new Maxima
I don't know how much is the CTS-V but it's nice

hope you liked them
and sorry if my choices where cheap to you

Thanks for your suggestions :smoke:
I think out of all of those I would prefer the 3 series the most.
Do you think I can find a used 335 for around BD18,000?

[BLOODLINE]

Wow i think I might have struck a nerve with the hyundai comment :eek:
I blame it on my arab mentality hehe. But its good to see that one of these auto companies is actually progressing and improving its products rather than taking some steps back. And I do agree with you the Genesis sedan is a step in the right direction for Hyundai. And I've seen some good things online about the Genesis coupe. Hell, the SEMA show is littered with them. In its defense I never test drove one so I have no idea what its capable of. Its an option worth considering.

I'm sure many of you are gonna disagree with me, but sadly, in this part of the world, a car is not only a means of transportation, its also a status symbol. I know most of you are going to say "you should be getting a car for yourself and not to show off to others", but deep down i know some of you would agree. At the end of the day, there's a difference between knowing that the key in your pocket says Hyundai or BMW or Porsche. Also you know the feeling that you get knowing that your car came out of Ulsan in South Korea vs. Bavaria or Stuttgart (oh God bless Stuttgart).
My suggestion is to hit the dealer and ask for a test drive, the 2010 models both 2.0t and the 3.0 available for test drives .. you wont regret it, I my self is close enough to buy one! :smoke:

[-Hussain-]

Thanks for your suggestions :smoke:
I think out of all of those I would prefer the 3 series the most.
Do you think I can find a used 335 for around BD18,000?

your welcome bro..

our dear member BloodLine had a silver 335 for sale going for 17.500 I think
what about the dealer certified ones, may you'll find a good deal there

[Speed Nemisis]

your welcome bro..

our dear member BloodLine had a silver 335 for sale going for 17.500 I think
what about the dealer certified ones, may you'll find a good deal there

Interesting...

Is a JB3 easy to find in bahrain? Is there someone who can install it? Will it void the warranty?

I know, so many questions :electric:

[-Hussain-]

^^

I don't know..hope other members could help you in this :D

[Kayman]

JB3 is easily installed and can be hidden from the dealers so no one will know about it and void the warranty.

designo: i owe u an apology dogg!

[BLOODLINE]

your welcome bro..

our dear member BloodLine had a silver 335 for sale going for 17.500 I think
what about the dealer certified ones, may you'll find a good deal there

http://www.gulfgt.com/forum/showthread.php?t=33397

14500B.D

[Speed Nemisis]

already sold isn't it?

are the coupes much more expensive?

[BLOODLINE]

Yeah .. sold it just few weeks back

The coupes goes for like 2-3k more, so I guess an 08 coupe would go for 16ish or 17k

[designo]

designo: i owe u an apology dogg!

Call me a dogg one more time and I'll pi$$ on you like one!

[Kayman]

Call me a dogg one more time and I'll pi$$ on you like one!

afa D, you know i love u :cuddle:

[Unbreakable]

Wow i think I might have struck a nerve with the hyundai comment :eek:
I blame it on my arab mentality hehe. But its good to see that one of these auto companies is actually progressing and improving its products rather than taking some steps back. And I do agree with you the Genesis sedan is a step in the right direction for Hyundai. And I've seen some good things online about the Genesis coupe. Hell, the SEMA show is littered with them. In its defense I never test drove one so I have no idea what its capable of. Its an option worth considering.

I'm sure many of you are gonna disagree with me, but sadly, in this part of the world, a car is not only a means of transportation, its also a status symbol. I know most of you are going to say "you should be getting a car for yourself and not to show off to others", but deep down i know some of you would agree. At the end of the day, there's a difference between knowing that the key in your pocket says Hyundai or BMW or Porsche. Also you know the feeling that you get knowing that your car came out of Ulsan in South Korea vs. Bavaria or Stuttgart (oh God bless Stuttgart).


in other words, you are looking for a chick magnet, righty?
anyways, there is a custom emblem for the genesis coupe -usually sold separated-, and FYI Bahraini chicks are not that smart with cars, so they wont recognize it as a Hyundai, some chicks may think it is an Aston :p

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/GunMetal%20Wing%20Emblems/STP82442.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/KDM%20Emblems/STP82001.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/KDM%20Emblems/STP82020.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/GunMetal%20Wing%20Emblems/IMG_0425.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/GunMetal%20Wing%20Emblems/STP82448.jpg

[Kayman]

LOL :lol: :lol:

[ZOSicK]

dont invest in any car man they are piece of crap and worth $hit .. keep the money and spend it on something more valuable that can bring a good value in return


dam all cars and their dealers :motz2:

ALLAHO AKBAR

[Unbreakable]

hanoi i can imagine you running with a sha'3ab running behind you! lol

[designo]

dont invest in any car man they are piece of crap and worth $hit .. keep the money and spend it on something more valuable that can bring a good value in return




OMG look who's talking!!!!!

[Speed Nemisis]

in other words, you are looking for a chick magnet, righty?
anyways, there is a custom emblem for the genesis coupe -usually sold separated-, and FYI Bahraini chicks are not that smart with cars, so they wont recognize it as a Hyundai, some chicks may think it is an Aston :p



hehe no actually I've already got a woman in my life. What I meant was imagine showing up at a meeting in a Hyundai vs. a Porsche. If they were investors, they'd be more impressed with someone who just stepped out of the Porsche. Thats the sort of society that we live in unfortunately.

But that emblem/insignia thing looks quite good actually.

I might test drive the Hyundai regardless, it seems to be getting a lot of props from everyone, might as well see what the beast is capable of.

:thanks:

[Speed Nemisis]

dont invest in any car man they are piece of crap and worth $hit .. keep the money and spend it on something more valuable that can bring a good value in return


dam all cars and their dealers :motz2:

ALLAHO AKBAR

I'll happily take the Z06 off your hands if that will solve all your problems :tuup:

[ZOSicK]

OMG look who's talking!!!!!
stay away from this C.S i will personally come and bite u as hard as i can now lets continue the Jehad against wasting money

ALLAHO AKBAR

[ZOSicK]

I'll happily take the Z06 off your hands if that will solve all your problems :tuup:
sorry thats too hard for me to do :bounce:

cant wait for next week its goin for SMS to get it lowered

[-=<FOXXX>=-]

in other words, you are looking for a chick magnet, righty?
anyways, there is a custom emblem for the genesis coupe -usually sold separated-, and FYI Bahraini chicks are not that smart with cars, so they wont recognize it as a Hyundai, some chicks may think it is an Aston :p

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/GunMetal%20Wing%20Emblems/STP82442.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/KDM%20Emblems/STP82001.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/KDM%20Emblems/STP82020.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/GunMetal%20Wing%20Emblems/IMG_0425.jpg

http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y297/HybsaAukai/CFLGenesisClub/GunMetal%20Wing%20Emblems/STP82448.jpg

that thing is LAME and RETARDED but hey if it tickles your fancy.......................

[-=<FOXXX>=-]

Dude, the mitsubishi thing was just a phase. We were all teenagers once right?:pat:
Plus, having totaled 2 eclipses in my life, lets just say that mitsubishi is out of my system now :mumble:

I gotta move up in life :bounce:

good on ya mate and about that hyundai comment you are right it feels good to have a key from a car built in stuttgart or munich (and possibly Port Elizabeth, south Australia lol) than one from Ulsan, South Korea. It kind of has that exotic performance feel to it, something you know others might not have in a lifetime.

So what will it be? A Hyundai RWD speedster or the Bavarian sex on wheels???

[Unbreakable]

i thought it tickled your tale bunny

[Unbreakable]

another suggestion, have you thought of the Renault Megane F1

http://www.topgear.com/uk/assets/cms/a8b9453a-b808-4e7d-8363-ea6e5ff2e55a/Large%20Image%20%28optional%29.jpg

and what about an R32 VW:

http://www.heycar.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/vw_golf_r32_1.jpg

or a scirocco:

http://www.autofans.us/images/2008%20Geneva%20Motor%20Show/2009%20Volkswagen%20Scirocco%204.jpg

Jetta r32:
http://images.motortrend.com/features/performance/112_0610_06z+2008_hpa_volkswagen_r32+2006_vw_jetta _rgt.jpg

[Speed Nemisis]

or a scirocco:



its funny you say that, i was actually thinking about the Scirocco R that was just released. Did it arrive in bahrain? any idea of the price?

[Unbreakable]

I've seen some hit the road, though am not sure whether they were the R ones
i think otto knows, he works in Mina Khalifa

[Kayman]

Scirocco R hasn't reached yet, I asked them once and they said probably by jan/feb and costing 16/17k

[OBBI]

get the new gti mk6 :) u wont regret it they are priced at around 12k with 5 year warranty! 2.0 turbo with lots of room for modding and its german reliability/comfort. and u can get a 2 door or a 4 door version. dsg tranny is pretty sweet too.
http://pds13.egloos.com/pds/200902/10/35/d0013535_49911a6645f61.jpg
http://media2.paultan.org/images/vw-golf-gti-mk6-production2.jpg
http://images.drive.com.au/drive_images/Editorial/2009/03/31/vw_Golf_GTI_6_L_700.jpg
bbc review :)
http://www.topgear.com/uk/volkswagen/golf-gti/road-test/mk-6

[Speed Nemisis]

Scirocco R hasn't reached yet, I asked them once and they said probably by jan/feb and costing 16/17k

Do you think it can handle the odd track day or two?

[ZOSicK]

OBBI suggestion is really good the car is amazing and fun to drive

[OBBI]

plus i forgot to add the interior quality is top notch i have an mk5 gti and i love the way the interior is built and how it hugs the road during cornering.

[designo]

What I meant was imagine showing up at a meeting in a Hyundai vs. a Porsche. If they were investors, they'd be more impressed with someone who just stepped out of the Porsche. Thats the sort of society that we live in unfortunately.

:

What about creditors? You better not show up in a Porsche if those pricks decide to visit you! LOL

[Speed Nemisis]

What about creditors? You better not show up in a Porsche if those pricks decide to visit you! LOL

lol, i'll make sure i have a yaris somewhere in my garage just in case... :p

[OBBI]

im sure you thought of the genesis coupe as an option but after test driving one i can assure it will break your back as a dd, the roads of Bahrain are not meant for a car like this get a car with a dual clutch gear box (gti, evo, etc..) you can have the fun of driving a manual and the comfort of the automatic when your stuck in traffic (99% of the time in bahrain) lots of options out there for your price range at the end of the day a car serves a purpose for each and every person the purpose is Dependant on the situation (kids, wife, economical, fun factor) ask your self what you want a car to do for you and im sure you can find one that fits your life. getting advice from people on the fourms is not a smart move because their situation is different some look into the straight line accel, some love a grippy cornering type car, some like the comfort aspect of a car, at the end of the day YOU are going to make the payments on YOUR car so just think it through. ask yourself what do i want my car to do?

[Speed Nemisis]

im sure you thought of the genesis coupe as an option but after test driving one i can assure it will break your back as a dd, the roads of Bahrain are not meant for a car like this get a car with a dual clutch gear box (gti, evo, etc..) you can have the fun of driving a manual and the comfort of the automatic when your stuck in traffic (99% of the time in bahrain) lots of options out there for your price range at the end of the day a car serves a purpose for each and every person the purpose is Dependant on the situation (kids, wife, economical, fun factor) ask your self what you want a car to do for you and im sure you can find one that fits your life. getting advice from people on the fourms is not a smart move because their situation is different some look into the straight line accel, some love a grippy cornering type car, some like the comfort aspect of a car, at the end of the day YOU are going to make the payments on YOUR car so just think it through. ask yourself what do i want my car to do?

Thanks for your input OBBI :tuup:

The reason why i'm asking the people on this forum is because i'm currently not in bahrain, and i haven't been there for a long time, so i'm a little out of touch on what's available and what deals are good ones. everyone has given me their worthy advice, and it has helped me get a better idea of what the car market in bahrain is currently like.

So thanks to everyone who made a recommendation and commented :thanks:

[Shihaby]

http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff179/Shihaby/01_370z_red_spy_gtrworld_450op1.jpg

[-=<FOXXX>=-]

Thanks for your input OBBI :tuup:

The reason why i'm asking the people on this forum is because i'm currently not in bahrain, and i haven't been there for a long time, so i'm a little out of touch on what's available and what deals are good ones. everyone has given me their worthy advice, and it has helped me get a better idea of what the car market in bahrain is currently like.

So thanks to everyone who made a recommendation and commented :thanks:

u still out of the country???

[Speed Nemisis]

u still out of the country???

Hard to believe isn't it? :mumble:

[-=<FOXXX>=-]

Hard to believe isn't it? :mumble:

not really ur ass is never in the same spot:ban:

[Speed Nemisis]

not really ur ass is never in the same spot:ban:

I've been on this continent since 2003... my ass is planted...:werd:
so which car do you think I should get?

[FWB]

VW Passat CC:up2:

[Speed Nemisis]

VW Passat CC:up2:

The car looks nice all around, till you get to the tail lights... :mumble:
Its like they had some parts left over from 1998.

I dunno, just my personal opinion. :thinking:

[-=<FOXXX>=-]

I've been on this continent since 2003... my ass is planted...:werd:
so which car do you think I should get?

here are your choices which I recommend

-VW Passat R36 (18K but still one hell of a car)
-Chevy Lumina SS or CR8 (HSV CR8 over there)
-Hyundai Genesis Sedan V8 (only coz its a V8)
-Infiniti G37 Sedan
-Toyota Aurion Grande (fully loaded)
-2010 Chevy Camaro SS
-Cadillac CTS 3.6DI
-2010 VW Golf GTI
-VW Scirocco

and obviously from my biased point of view my choice would be any aussie or american iron V8

Those are in terms of new cars I can't tell you about used cars coz its you and your luck as they say

BTW dude if yer still around that bumhole of a city I got a PM to send ya. I'm looking for certain parts for my Monaro maybe you can find at a cheaper price.

cheers