So I've had my Celica for almost a year now, in two weeks it will be a year to be exact. In of itself I like the car, but it's time for something else. I'm wanting something with more power and a better ride. Doing swaps isn't an option and neither is reverting back to the stock suspension, for cost feasibility. So now I'm looking into the possibility of finding something else. Some of the cars I've been considering include: 1986.5-1992 Supra, 92-95 SC300, 91-93 240SX, 90-95 300ZX, 90-92 Camaro/Firebird, 90-95 Mustang. So I was wondering if anyone else have owned these vehicles and had an opinion of them. Or if you can think of others cars that I haven't thought of, I'd love to hear them. Pretty much anything RWD, 2 doors, and pre-OBDII I'd look into getting. I thought about the RX7 but I don't want to deal with rotary, and the Miata and MR2 are too small as I need space for carrying a synthesizer with me for when I got out and play. The Supra, SC300, and 300ZX are towards the bottom as they can be hard to work on, especially the 300ZX. Gas mileage isn't a concern to me anymore, but performance and comfort are. I'm not asking for it to ride like a Cadillac, but I do want something that'll ride better on these atrocities they call roads. So any help would be appreciated. I plan on trying to find an example of each of these cars and test driving them before completely committing to selling the Celica.

SC300/400 for comfort. My friend has one and its a nice car for sure. Id also consider the 240sx because its light and the KA is good for boost.

Knew the SC300 would probably be good, it is a Lexus after all. I know the MKIII Supra is good, since that was my first car. I hear the 300ZX is supposed to be fairly comfortable too. Only ones that concerned me comfort wise were the 240SX and the domestics. I've been in the 4th gen Mustang before, and I remember it was decent. My dad had a 96 Z28 and it was ok too. Though I know that probably means nothing in regards to the third gen versions. Was kind of leaning towards something with a V8, purely for the exhaust sound. That and I know OHV engines like the back of my hand. Though obviously the others are still in consideration.

Found a 93 240SX locally, but it was rear ended and driven off the median.

mr2 turbo

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Not enough room.

Bit tough to work on, but since you're an old man...older S4. 340bhp from a V8 in the B5.

This post has been edited by SwissFerdi: Jan 30, 2013 - 10:32 PM

Too many doors. And it's European. Had thought about the BMW 3 series, but just no. I just want something more comfortable and with more power, mainly the latter.

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You clearly need to sort out your priorities. MR2 fits you... And that is all you need. Anything else will have useless back seats anyhow, why even try?

GS400 and be done with it. Four doors has its benefits.

my son has a 98 z28 with the ls1, I really like the motor, hwy mpg is not as bad as one might think, the ride is pretty good too. I am not crazy about the
visability or the size, but it might just take some getting used to.

FRS .no but i would say 240sx/sc300 from the list you gave

My OCD won't let me own a sedan. Have never owned one, and never will. *shudders* I've tried to be somewhat normal, it just doesn't happen. Like I was saying earlier, I need the room for at least one synthesizer when I go out and play music. Even the backseat of the Celica is enough to accommodate that. My dad had a 96 Z28, was a nice car until you had to do work on the engine. If I ever find the guy who thought it was a good idea to tuck half the engine up into the firewall I'll slap him. Thought of another to add to the list perhaps. All-Trac Celica would be nice, though I've never seen one locally.

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If I had the money for one. Then again if I had the money for one I'd be in a C5 or C3 Vette and being totally content with a car for once.

you disgust me

IS300 maybe?

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Lol, was waiting for you to say something. I'm just hard to please, that's all.

We didn't get the good IS300 over here. Even if we did, too many doors. *shudders* I refuse to own a car that portrays any sense of family wholesomeness or responsibility.

IS300 is a pretty good car; sexy, quiet and smooth. Had one and loved it.

240sx is a decent car. A lot of aftermarket support. KA is a pretty easy motor to work on and reliable. I drove my friend's 240sx coupe and liked it a lot. I actually thought about finding a coupe w/ no sunroof but a lot of the ones I've found are rusty, beat up or just not what I am looking for.

From what I've seen of the 240SX they look to be easy to work on, so that's always a plus. Really it's between the 240SX, Mustang, and Camaro/Firebird most likely. All of those are easy to work on with good aftermarket. I like the Supra, SC300, and 300ZX but they're hard to work on. Think it was the Supra you had to remove half of the intake manifold just to replace the spark plugs.

you know the SC300 is a non turbo Supra. its the exact same car. just looks a little different. its like comparing a Camry and Solara. same frame, same engine, same suspension, same everything but looks. Im actually in the market for a clean SC300. of course ill turbo it.

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Of course. I always call it the fat Supra.

S2000 or 350Z there both roughly around the 7-10K ball park.

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I'm more in the 5K ballpark. According to the people at KBB an early LS1 F-body should be in reach. Supposedly they're a little easier to work with versus the LT1.

This post has been edited by Box: Jan 31, 2013 - 10:53 PM

Just out of curiosity, why only OBDI? The only downside of the SC 300 is the fact that the N/A 2JZ isn't exactly a powerhouse. 240SX's are fun cars, but probably too similar to Celicas for you to be content. The turbo 4 cylinder Fox body Mustang is an especially fun car.

OBDI is less of a pain in the ass. So much emissions crap on OBDII. My brother went from an OBDI Maxima to an OBDII Maxima(same generation mind you), and my God all the added crap. Though if I go with a LS1 F-body will just live with it. Deep down I'm thinking I just need to get something with a V8, since that's the only way I'll really be happy. It'd seem there're equal odds of me being content with a fuel efficient car as there is a 400 pound man being content with salad.

I have to say I love the roar and getting pushed back into my seat in my SRT8. Next purchase is family based though (already have my toy).

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Hello SC400

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But it's automatic and I can't cam it. I've already decided it'll be a 93-02 Formula/Trans Am. Maybe a 90-92 if I find a good one, just because they're a lot easier to work on. The 98-02 Trans Am is on my top 3 cars of the modern era that I really want(realistically). Gave it a lot of thought over the weekend, and it'd make me happiest out of all the cars I mentioned.

why has no one closed this treacherous thread....


yu a can haz car found

Says the one that bought something aside from a Celica too?

Meh, more like:


This post has been edited by Box: Feb 4, 2013 - 12:35 AM

i can has celica till.....

It's all for the best. I'll stick around if that's what you're afraid of.