The ULTIMATE Buying Guide For $5,000 Cars

[@FitmentIndustries]

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[@yoisthatahonda8410]

My list consists of: Lexus Sc300 Lexus Ls400 Cobalt SS Any 8th Gen Civic Si or Below 6th gen charger rt 8th gen or below accord v6 (manual or auto your choice) 350z (on a good day) (That's just a few I'm sure I'm forgetting a lot more =^))

[@yoisthatahonda8410]

Personally and oddly enough I'm split between either a 6th gen Charger RT, a 8th gen Civic Si, or a 8th gen Accord V6 Coupe (Future plan btw)

[@g35_coup16]

I like the g35 personally

[@gordogordito87]

Can we get some fun auto cars?! City driving isn't fun with a manual in traffic! Ok I commented before the 7:40 mark and just heard an auto mentioned, but still the video leans heavy into the manual setup.

[@yoisthatahonda8410]

@@gordogordito87 I share your enthusiasm for automatic cars the only car on my list that isn't auto is the Civic Si other than that you can find all the others in auto 😆

[@svenneuschul7698]

please keep making videos like this. the cheap car vids. it applies to literally every car enthusiast (especially me i’m 16)

[@DragSlicks]

Hell yeah I’m still looking for a Z I’m too picky about literally everything little thing about them😂😂 Edit: and also there’s none near me I still have to get it transported

[@tadeopuga7209]

@@DragSlicks Bought a stock one for $4.7k last November and I love it

[@DragSlicks]

@@tadeopuga7209 Ooo what year?

[@Jory-op4fk]

i’m 16 and have a budget of about 25k its not quite cheap and not quite expensive so i would love some videos for mid range cars

[@DragSlicks]

@@Jory-op4fk Hell yeah what kind of cars are you into?

[@ashravenpb]

Good luck finding most of these in decent condition for $5k (in the US). $8k-$12k is a more realistic price range unless you want a car with a moldy interior or several mechanical problems

[@bumblebeeisfree]

^

[@bumblebeeisfree]

To be fair he was right on one of them for 5k most 350s in the area are dog shit. LI area.

[@matthewgagliano5740]

The 90's Lexus LS 400 are dope lookin with wheels, tires, and suspension

[@justinr4201]

Can't believe this wasn't on the list. My fav

[@ddjohnson9717]

no way to get under 5k i guess. LS400/430 are catching on with attention, an price are increasing

[@Lilyindi]

Yeah the 90's Lexus LS400 is developing a cult following. I was bitten by the bug and have bothered multiple 70 year old people bringing theirs into the dealership for maintenance to see if they would sell. But they won't.

[@damienarcher8312]

@@ddjohnson9717 got mine for 2k last week 170k miles they’re always out there just gotta look hard sometimes

[@ddjohnson9717]

@@damienarcher8312 lucky you.

[@Wrench-N-Bench]

Nobody: FI: Car’s for 5k *All cars to up to 6k*

[@Josh-os2ly]

Even though he trashed on the 350z I’m still going to get it

[@jacquesg2010]

Go for it! I miss my g35 till this day. The vq is a great platform you just have to spend some cash to get some decent power out of them.

[@darrendent8288]

They're good cars. Maintenance wise, VQ's are like Honda's. Your more than likely to find clapped out one's at the price range but still a good platform. - 05 G35 Sedan here

[@TrannV2]

I saved up a bit more to get a G37 to have that bit of luxury with a sporty ride . I absolutely love this thing .

[@basedkiarash8834]

@@darrendent8288 i heard the g35 vqs had head gasket issues tho. i’m looking to get into one but i’m kinda hesitant due to that.

[@darrendent8288]

@@basedkiarash8834 Not what Ive heard as a common issue on these cars. The DE's do burn quite a bit of oil. Main thing is to keep up with the maintenance on these cars, not uncommon to get them up to or past 250k.

[@victoraguilar3725]

So you want a valentine? 😔 😔

[@Gididjj]

Hanging wit the homies on Valentine’s Day>Having a valentines

[@thegamingrhino5864]

So You Want a Woman's Touch

[@streetfighternissan7476]

Amc to go to the moon so I can buy a r32

[@isgkaeden]

@@streetfighternissan7476 r32 golf right? Cause unless you put well over $1000 you won’t be buying one

[@streetfighternissan7476]

@@isgkaeden I currently hold 940amc shares I just closed my gme account of 3172shares. I want a r32 gtr but housing and putting aside for my future comes first

[@johannhernandez583]

Just copped a 3rd gen 6speed TL as my first car with a for 3200--great daily and makes 250hp with only 110k on the odometer--100% recommend finding one in decent condition for a fun budget daily

[@Prestiged_peck]

HE MENTIONED MY CAR!!! (I'm a 96 GT mustang) fyi if you're not scared of a head swap the 96-98 is better with the 99-04 2v heads, raises compression and with a good stage2/3 cam they can make almost 400 NA easy. But fyi the rods WILL go around 400-450 wheel, and you'll need rods and pistons to make more, the GT crank is also only really good to 600 wheel, and they hate being spun past 7000 RPMs, but a stock cobra cam (any cobra 96-04 would have it) you're good up until you bust the bock, which stock can safely handle almost 1100 wheel depending on how you make it, generally 1000 is safe on the GT iron block.

[@vampireotaku4172]

The celica hood vent is actually functional.

[@anthonyinfelise1412]

Weird was just talking about getting a project for around 5k.

[@brysonkuhn3290]

They are listening to you.

[@anthonyinfelise1412]

@@brysonkuhn3290 I know I feel watched.

[@KylerJohn]

Yo I'm bouta buy one so this is perfect

[@Prestiged_peck]

2v mustang, they're great.

[@Usmc913]

If you only have 5k I would definitely stay away from a audi b5 S4.

[@zesustheguy7631]

Why

[@Usmc913]

@@zesustheguy7631 because they're a know to be incredibly unreliable.

[@darrendent8288]

Or Any German made vehicle with the exception of the GTI's and the E36 lol.

[@swagnuts4373]

The b7 is a lot more reliable for a bit more of a base price point

[@brylar04speaks78]

@@darrendent8288 gtis are unreliable

[@BigHeadClan]

An often overlooked entry for powerful sedans under $5000 would be a 02-07 Nissan Altima SE-R, a very similar recipe as the 350z but in a FWD mid-size package, manual transmission with a stout V6 making around 250-270HP/240TQ a decent interior and overall pretty reliable. I had one with some basic breather mods and a few suspension tweaks and I had no keeping up with my roommates Mark 6 GTI in the canyons and outran more than a few pre-05 Mustang GT's .

[@Problem_29]

wait wait wait wait, now wait just a minute sir, I gotta stop you right there. the 7th gen celica has a fully functional hood scoop outta the factory, GT or GTS trim. don't do my boy like that

[@anthonyaubain]

Where’s the Acura TL At

[@MitchGP]

I needed this video about 2 years ago. Thankfully my budget is a little higher now, Although the VR6 MK4 golf is a dream car

[@dwaynetherock-hardjohnson5676]

Got a 350z for around 8k, and while it’s not exactly in the sub 5k range it’s so much nicer to save up and get an non clapped out example

[@BigBoyz33]

Congrats man. Is it a 2008 Manual 350z?

[@dwaynetherock-hardjohnson5676]

@@BigBoyz33 it’s not manual, but I do a lot of city traffic driving so it’s not a huge loss. It’s a 2008 touring, so it’s got all the bells and whistles, under 90k miles, and was one owner, so I really can’t complain about not having a stick 😅

[@BigBoyz33]

@@dwaynetherock-hardjohnson5676 yooo nice man!! Btw words of advice, make sure you do the gallery gasket soon if it has not been done. Its the biggest problem the HR engines have. Make sure to also check out your spark plug wells to see if you need to do your valve covers. Other than that, the VQ35HR is a very solid engine. Have fun !!

[@dwaynetherock-hardjohnson5676]

@@BigBoyz33 I apriciate the heads up!

[@CommentLikeDescribe]

This was like waaaay better than most of the best lists content creators put out there based upon an single autotempest search. Thanks for putting in the actual work folks!

[@caffeine4130]

~2007 Toyota Prius As much as it pains me, my wife picked up a salvage titled Prius in 2011 for work. She sold it very easily (took 1 day) for $2,000. It had no inspection, a broken window, only 1 hubcap, and the paint was peeling off. But mechanically, never failed. If you got one of these as a commuter car or work as a delivery driver, you can easily get 50+mpg in a car that isn’t uncomfortable. Hers even had a backup camera (in 2007?) I would assume one in pristine condition with not a lot of miles would still hold close to $5k and you could sell it a year later for the same money

[@justinr4201]

Dude! LS400!!! How could that not make the list?!

[@SlowZX2]

Yessirrrrr my Ford ZX2 is the happiest at high revs hehe... bought it for 500 and put 250 into making it run again, it's good now

[@SlowZX2]

With the Zetec 2.0 (130hp)

[@theflipper_]

I'm so jealous of US market, here in Europe even a e36 is slowly getting out of 5k range and finding a decent 350z under 10k is a miracle

[@ashravenpb]

Most sub 10k 350zs I’ve seen are pretty beat up or very high mileage. Finding one that isn’t falling apart or needing lots of work for 5k is very uncommon.

[@johnmay6432]

@@ashravenpb I got mine for $800 with 99k miles. Look in Florida, granted the deals aren’t always like what I found BUT you can find a bunch for under 5k .

[@jonathanpeterson1]

You can get an LT1 Trans Am/Camaro for around 5k or less, but no longer an LS1. You can also just get a B5/6/7 A4 instead of the S4 and still afford a tune, which will put you in the ballpark of that B5 S4 for $500 or less, and it’ll weigh less and be more balanced. You can also pick up MK5 GTI/GLI now for 5k, if you didn’t want the MK4. The A3 is also a GTI alternative, with Haldex Quattro. Throw a tune on that and you got a baby Golf R.

[@S85B50Engine]

Another one that is a fairly sensible choice is the E34 525i Touring (1993 to 1995 with the bulletproof M50B25TU)

[@jacksonoliveiraxc]

Cars that were snubbed. 1. Catfish z28. 2. B6 audi s4 3. HHR SS 4. Volkswagen r32 (hard to find) 5. Taurush SHO (also hard to find)

[@arvid3734]

The best car under 5k is a Saab, performance and safety. Easily over 200hp and they're great for winter driving. Also they're reliable for the most part, though parts in north america may be harder to find.

[@morgothlorgoth9539]

Svenskt Arbete Av Blinda 🤮🤮

[@pacificpcbuilders4607]

I got a 2001 Audi B5 A4 Quattro 1.8L Turbo for $900 as my first car about 3 months ago surprisingly enjoyable even if the repair and insurance costs aren’t

[@davidbutler5101]

Better make friends with a tow truck driver

[@kennedypuckettmusic2067]

You got the Firebird/Camaro thing flipped. The Camaros are less desirable and they're like +5K while the firebirds are like +10K. Formulas are really rare so... im really glad my parents have had ours for 17 years.

[@dwightferrin7992]

r53 is so underrated i’m glad it’s on the list

[@nao_tomori]

i picked up a first generation Mazda 6 for $3,500 and put just under $1,500 into it to correct a few issues. 3.0 V6 with a 5 speed manual. Its not fast, but its quick enough to be fun during the daily grind. Mine is a hatchback with folding rear seats, so its incredibly practical as well

[@TK--qf4sj]

Lemme guess... "warm-up catalyst below threshold bank _" We have an '03 3.0 sedan. Fun cars!

[@nao_tomori]

@@TK--qf4sj yup, the infamous precat failure issue. i bought headers for it, but havent installed them yet

[@TK--qf4sj]

@@nao_tomori custom headers or you find them online somehwere?

[@nao_tomori]

@@TK--qf4sj i bought a set from Nautilus Performance. im hoping to get them installed once the weather warms up a bit in New England. the quality of the welds and overall build quality of the headers are really nice, so hopefully they last for years once i install them

[@dsrocks6905]

I've found it easier to find the S60 2.4T and 2.5T than any of the P80 cars. The RN engines from 2004+ are also stronger and easier to tune (as long as you are mindful of the 2.5L engines in the SR/VR and the 2.5T), plus you get CVVT! If you get a 2.5L Volvo "Whiteblock", be mindful of heatsoak with the intercooler that can cause cracked engines, especially on the 300hp "R" cars. You'll want to shim the engine block in the siamese section of the cylinder liner to prevent cracked blockes if you want to go any higher than 315hp, but ohhhh is it worth it for that sweet sweet I5 roar

[@Turtlee999]

thankful that 7th gen celicas are getting their recognition !

[@kernedward4898]

Shhh! Keep it down! There are only so many 2zz’s left

[@jj481012]

Bought a manual E36 convertible the other week for $2k and it's so fun.

[@c.i.a8043]

Sheeeesh what a deal

[@Cokecanninja]

I'm considering getting a Fiero, stretching the engine bay, and putting a Mercedes S600 twin turbo V12 engine in it with a Porsche transmission.

[@AriaESDF]

Firebird was a rad addition to the list. I see em cheap all day usually $500-1500 cheaper than the comparable Camaro

[@johnmay6432]

I bought my Z for a beautiful $800 and it had 99k miles. Gotta love a good deal !

[@SillSquid101]

The white Volvo v70 t5 used to be mine. The clips of it were taken shortly after I parted with it. I'm glad I know the owner now and he's taking good care of it! Should never had sold it 😔

[@FitmentIndustries]

I feel that my man! I sold my 98 V70 T5m and 88 740 Turbo manual wagon a few years and regret every moment of it 😂 -Sean

[@arrow_wane]

When you make it here before the fitment industries comment 🏃‍♂️💨 “So you want a 2nd gen Lexus IS”

[@miniblad3479]

shhhhh, you aren't supposed to say anything

[@arrow_wane]

@@miniblad3479 i cannot be stopped

[@eliwilson3902]

A g35 is a better buy at that price point than a 350z. You can find one adult owned and automatic coupe or sedan or you can find a decent condition manual condition coupe with some miles on it for around that price as well.

[@YouilAushana]

A video with plenty of options for everyone. Brief and concise slapping through cars for everyone through every style!

[@SirMerryman]

I have an 05’ Toyota Corolla XRS, has the same engine as the Celica GTS, and I gotta say it is ALOT of fun 😂

[@Qunia]

I can buy like 5-series from like 2005, for under 5K. Prolly would need to replace the engine, cause they all have like 300K miles on them. They’re beaters at these kind of miles.

[@gaydes1012]

I'll be keeping an eye on these whips while I save up for a new apartment and if they stay cheap I might pick one up

[@hogibunz834]

Just got myself a 7th gen civic si. Yes, the ep3 hatchback that is the black sheep of the civics. But I love it. Super clean and completely stock❤️

[@darrendent8288]

For Luxury boat mobiles I did not hear: Lexus GS300/400, LS400/430. You can find these on FB marketplace, and are definitely more reliable then any of the German vehicles you mentioned, along with it being much more easier to sort parts. 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@foggyj4474]

I’m crying! Both of my cars are on this list! 06 Mini S and an 02 Focus SVT! Doing the underground boys proud!

[@imanollopez8381]

The Chevy hhr gets overlooked I own one and although it’s not the prettiest car I have it is super fun to drive and extremely practical! Super cheap mine was a needle in a hay stack bought it for $600 hadn’t had any issues at all

[@THEWATER3UCKET]

This was a wheel slappin type of a video 💯

[@megacharzard10gameing79]

Step one: try to save up your money Task failed piston number 8 went weee

[@Frank_Torre]

Without a doubt it's the 2004 Mustang. Love the car. To this day it's my favourite drift missile.

[@FitmentIndustries]

They're just so hard NOT to buy at these prices! -Sean

[@Red_R]

This list is incomplete without mentioning the Altezza imo. I may be a bit biased butttt....

[@frosty8936]

Finding an is300 (usa variant) that's manual is nearly impossible, but they are great cars

[@stayathomegaming493]

Love these videos I’m just as big a nerd for cars so seeing list made like this full of awesome cars is amazing

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thanks! Glad you're enjoying the content! Anything specific you'd like to see us cover? -Sean

[@stayathomegaming493]

@@FitmentIndustries I think an awesome video would be ten fun cars to have fun in and throw away. Under $2000. Or top ten n/a cars that can hold boost with little work done to the motor.

[@bigshot8524]

No LS400 in the luxury section? 🤔

[@yudeshsohan5853]

It's hard to find those under 5k

[@bigshot8524]

@@yudeshsohan5853 I got mine for $4000 👍

[@THEONLYWAY117]

Got mine for 400$

[@charlesrozell848]

$

[@chiefbeef2059]

@@yudeshsohan5853 you can find them all day under 5k

[@hubertmatias5900]

You can get the mk5 gti for 5k, I bought mine 2007 with 119k miles for 5, it’s a hell of fun 💖🥵

[@GermanEliteTuning]

B5 S4 is the best bang for your buck for sure.

[@lukekrueger6593]

this is the best list ive ever seen

[@chadherman1332]

No 1998-2001 q45t Infiniti? I had that car and ran it to 280k miles stoke engine and trans. It got in a wreck. It still had some life

[@massluca0078]

thanks for acknowledging Celica gang 🤙🤙 we exist and we drive the most slept on Japanese car

[@zabdielsilva6093]

I know this video is a year old but he was right nowadays you can mainly only find 350zs for $8,000-$14,000 for the lesser mileage ones Im really glad I was able to snag one up when this came out

[@FitmentIndustries]

What are your plans for it?! Or what have you done so far? -Edgar

[@projectwidebody]

I think you meant honda prelude BB6. BB5 was only available in Japan and Australia. And definitely won't find those for 5k or under.

[@WennanWeWuligan]

What about the early 2000’s Lexus IS300 GS 300 or the LS 430?

[@bumblebeeisfree]

Dude the LS platform is badass

[@bumblebeeisfree]

I would drool in my dreams to own an sc300 though.

[@jae9843]

Weird you guys mentioned the B5 S4, but didn't mention one of its (and the B6's) competitors: the 02-04 C32 AMG. Supercharged V6 with 350 hp and RWD. Basically a baby W211 E55 AMG. The engine and trans are practically bullet-proof, and overall the car is a lot more reliable than the B5 S4. And you can still get a tune and pulley for them that'll put you around 400 crank hp. The biggest factory problem with them was really bad rust due to Mercedes'/Chrysler's penny pinching, specifically on the 02's and some 03's. The leaky Valeo radiators contaminating the trans fluid was another problem on the 02's, but any car that's still running today probably had that addressed at some point long ago unless it has really low miles. I've seen C32's with high miles (150k) but in otherwise decent condition pop up in the $3.5k-$6k range the last several years.

[@Siviqs]

Bought a 01 grand prix gtp for 5gs best purchase ive ever made modded it pushin bout 300!

[@duckydammet2646]

2zzge can be found in so many different cars. Celicas, corollas, matrixs, vibes, exiges. That engine will always be my die hard favorite 4 banger

[@marcellomori3264]

1997 Mazda NA8 Miata 2005 Mazda NB2 Miata 1999 BMW 328i 2002 BMW Z3 3.0i 2006 Volkswagen MKIV GTI 2006 Acura RSX 2005 Honda EP3 Civic Si 1997 Honda Del Sol VTEC 1991 Honda CRX Si 2001 Acura Integra GSR 2000 Honda EM1 Civic Si 2007 Chevrolet Cobalt SS 1991 Toyota AE92 Corolla GT-S 2005 Toyota Celica GT-S 2003 Mazdaspeed Protegé 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser GT

[@Tum6lr]

I really wish you guys would make a video on audi A4s I know you guys made a video on the S4 but I feel like they are totally different cars 🤔

[@tylersimms6020]

Hey Sean, I love your content, but the 8th gen Si’s had K20 Z3’s, not the K20A 😉 thanks for showing love to us 8th gens tho 🙏🏼

[@roberthemsworth8118]

Kia Forte koups are very fun fwd sport compacts. Can also keep up with hot hatches

[@chasealvarez5209]

as a 8th gen civic owner, all 8th civics need to look quite good is some wheels, coil overs and maybe a lip kit.

[@bumblebeeisfree]

Yup

[@bumblebeeisfree]

Some clean enkeis or xxrs. Keep up with paint and mod the interior to your liking and you'll be looking hella fresh.

[@bumblebeeisfree]

The sis get a lot of hate for their looks because of the regular civic.

[@chasealvarez5209]

@@bumblebeeisfree i went with kosei racing k1 ts wheels and was not disappointed

[@ASapWheelie]

im so happy to see preludes made this list

[@masonkelly6694]

You legitimately hurt my soul when you mentioned the e38... Now I'm gonna have to save more to buy mine and i've been looking for 2 years.

[@darrendent8288]

And don't forget about the Corolla XRS when you mention Toyota. They have the newer 2zz.

[@JB-ss9nn]

Infiniti G20 w/ manual transmission. Have about $4k total invested and that is including Fortune Auto coilovers, Jim Wolf intake, and a full 2.5" cat back to a Tanabe Hyper Medallion muffler. Car only had 110k confirmed original miles on the clock when I bought it too. Maybe mine falls into an even lower budget category though... 🤔

[@UR2SLO4ME]

I really hope the Acura TL is on here, the 3rd gen manuals are great!

[@adrianhayden7430]

My 2007 Mazdaspeed6 with 135k miles was 5k flat. Good segway into...so you want a Mazdaspeed6

[@alonelydilophosaurusjwa4346]

I second the need for a Mazdaspeed 6 episode

[@SirJimothyR]

BB6 not BB5... the 5 was a F series only sold in Japan. but glad the prelude got some love being the forgotten Honda.

[@JD-re6ti]

This one a the best videos on cheap affordable cars. Informative and jus well put together, damn. Keep it up.

[@FitmentIndustries]

Thank you so much! The posotive feedback is much appreciated! -Sean

[@vwstudious]

Just picked up a 06 mt g35 coupe for just under 5k. I got lucky and it is very clean just needed a couple things fixed.

[@dose_of_j]

That’s lucky, usually you’ll never find it for that low of a price

[@ultraguy8771]

Day 54 of asking for "So you want a VW Passat W8".

[@ryanconklin1440]

W8 Passat please listen to the Yooolooutuuube comunity!

[@colebell9537]

You need to shine more light on the Chrysler crossfire, very affordable German horsepower, I’m planning on getting an srt6 as a first car myself

[@swaggerboyblake]

The Nissan laurel line c33, c34, c35 some came with rb25 or you can swap in one all uses skyline and Schassis suspension parts

[@ogschlongerson7580]

Got a 2003 d2 audi a8 4.2 with minor cosmetic issues for 3500. 5 bands'll work wonders

[@billyshea2405]

My granddad has a 99 silver s500. And mercedes try’s to buy it off him. He’s over 90. And the cars incredible

[@TrippinBusa]

I have that model civic. Not any of the fun models but it definitely needs some wheels, tires, and suspension. But I know where to get that ;).

[@BigSmoke-gi9rw]

“So you want a z31 300zx?”♯９８

[@retrozboii2120]

💨

[@justsayin4632]

That riding mower after he said “Honda” took me right the f*** out!🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@peytonturner7343]

Got a lexus sc400 with the mf v8 for 4.8k in very good condition, highly recommend one to anyone if your looking for a solid car under 5k or a gs/ls

[@SquatPenguin2]

I think the very last car might be the one for me as my first car since I'll be in the Army and want a daily before getting my project car.

[@insulterify]

im kinda surprised the 6th gen taurus didnt make this list. Its comfy its got a number of more modern features for infotainment like bluetooth. heated and cooled seats were relatively common options. 250ft-lbs at 1500 rpm, and a pretty solid drivetrain. i can find 2010 limiteds for 4500-5000 and i just got an interceptor sedan with the 3.5l ecoboost for 4,500

[@hugothompson4696]

hey i got my 04 vr6 gti for 4k and im SUPER happy with it. if you have the chance to go get one. DO IT

[@codyknarich3949]

I like that the first one was a civic bc i just bought a new car and was looking at civics but decided to buy a 94 integra

[@crimsonsw21]

2ZZ was in the Celica before it came the the Matrix and *Corolla* XRS . Don't associate it with the 1ZZ Corolla engine, not even close to the same thing. Research is key 👌

[@the_turnipsmith_42]

old 2000s models of the Volkswagen Passat (B5-5.5) are very cheap right now, I believe they typically come with the 1.8T, the V6 with 4motion, these are under $5000, and there are the uncommon 2.0TDI Common rail Diesels which typically are as cheap as the others, on top of these are the very rare 2.5TDI V6 Diesels and the also very Rare W8, these would probably be more expensive assuming you actually found one. the Diesels and 4motions unfortunately only come in automatic, you would have to import a manual if you want one, but the W8 came with 6spd AWD manuals, but again, these are very rare. The B5-5.5 passats come in Sedans and Wagons, and look fantastic.

[@Foxling917]

I have an r53 6 speed, Alta cold air, and invidia n1 exhaust, it smokes most american muscle, and sounds great doing it lol

[@mizaqenyad4269]

I have an r53 too, with way more mods, and I love the thing but there’s no way an r53, even very highly tuned, comes close to touching V8 American muscle cars. On the backroads a muscle car wouldn’t be able to keep up, but I wouldn’t call that “smoking” muscle cars haha

[@freakyfrank1549]

Audi tt's, you can get some deals on 200hp+ awd drive cars that aren't insanely priced to fix.

[@andreibelittchenko5956]

Got a used 2010 Lexus IS 350 Rwd for 7.5k CAD which is like 6k US. Easily doable

[@iworuuzz6721]

if i was to buy my first car itd be either the 350z or the celica tbh, such beautiful and speedy cars

[@scottiecopasetic8315]

I dig these reviews & suggestions. I have a question. Am I the only one who can't stand angled wheels? I just don't get it... No offense to anyone who does this but it makes the car look wrong if u ask me (but I'm an old fogie) so maybe I'm missing the "effect"?

[@kernedward4898]

Mentions the Celica and doesn’t mention the matrix/Corolla XRS or the Vibe GT with the same drivetrain smh