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MASantos, our old hot rods circulate because they passed safety standards as new vehicles - that is, they met the standards of the 60s and 70s, and are not re-tested with each change in safety regulations. Now, certainly without significant changes to the design of the chassis, I don't think...

*jaw drops* *drools* That would be the perfect starting platform for an autocross beast! I would LOVE one!

Sorry dude, but you're out of luck. Unlocking software is not going to help you. AT&T's network (and consequently your iPhone) runs on the GSM standard, Verizon is CDMA. Your best bet is to switch to AT&T to use the iPhone, or to sell the iPhone.

Acura TL, perhaps?

Quote: Originally Posted by MexicanDragon BTW... I'd also look at late 90's-2000 Subaru Impreza 2.5RS. It was the top of the line trim level in the US (we didn't get the WRX until the 2001 model year, I believe). Fun, sporty (coupes), love the look, AWD. I think that's a viable...

Good choices, I think. A couple of suggestions: 1. You won't find a WRX within your budget. They're just too new (oldest model is something like a 2003), it won't happen. 2. I would be very very careful with that modded Prelude. Because of the extensive work that he's done (i.e. cams...

I wouldn't be recommending a swapped anything for the OP for a couple reasons - for one, reliability will be a complete unknown as you have no idea of the engine's history pre-swap (not to mention the inevitable swap gremlins and shortcuts taken during the swap...), and secondly, forget about...

I owned an old Audi quattro-equipped car once. It was a great car - but heaven help you if you have to make major repairs! And when we're talking the vintage the car would be to fit in the OP's price range, boy are we talking about major repairs...

Wow, hell hath no fury... As much as I'd love a Lambo at that price, I wouldn't be able to afford the oil changes, let alone a more major repair...

The fact that you live in Maine complicates things a little bit - under other circumstances, the Miata would be a natural choice, but an RWD soft-top convertible in the wintertime in Maine would not be so great. I'd be looking at simpler sporty cars with good aftermarket support and cheap parts...

Quote: Originally Posted by stevenkelby I don't know how finance works over there but I do know cars. They Yaris is a fine car. Have you looked at the Honda Jazz? I think it's Jazz there, maybe Fit? Anyway, I prefer them to the Yaris in that class but either is a "good car". Definitely...

When you're talking about used cars at that age, maintenance history takes much more importance than initial reliability. Take the car that has the more complete maintenance record. Also, I'm thinking it might be cheaper just to have the exhaust fixed on your current car...

Wow, based on the responses in this thread about Time and Tide, I guess that one wasn't as much under the radar as I originally thought. Whoever mentioned Oldboy is right - what a disturbing movie...but despite the disturbing plot (or maybe because of it?) it was a gripping movie...

If you like HK action movies, Time and Tide is an excellent one that no one seems to have heard of. Speaking of which, I really need to go back and watch this one again...

You're right, budget doesn't take driver skill entirely out of the equation - but I do feel that a more level playing field helps keep things much more interesting. Schumacher is one of the greatest drivers of all time, but might there have been more people who could have given him a run for his...

Quote: Originally Posted by Rhynri I've heard if you allow your hard drive to fill OSX just slams into a wall (something that I can't say happens on the other two) and screeches to a halt as it is very virtual memory dependent. I can't confirm this, however. I can. Came within a...

Well, when one is averaging 220+mph around an oval, you do want a little bit of cornering stability... Remember that the IRL schedule is predominantly oval-track races, while F1 doesn't have any ovals at all. Also just wanted to point out that there aren't designs of chassis, but one chassis...

Someone's mentioned sound engineer, so I thought I'd throw this in: #WEB1434 - Bureau Broadcast Recording Technician, NPR West, Audio Engineering Please note: This position is located in Culver City, CA. This position closes on August 10, 2007. Responsible for the technical operation and...

Quote: Originally Posted by Clony Why not a Alpina B5? Wow. That is one amazing-looking machine! Time to start the Alpina B5 fund....

Sometimes I'll pull away from a light faster than I know I should. But I don't street race - I save that for the track. Besides, autocross is much more fun and rewarding.

Quote: Originally Posted by chesebert Heh..just got back from China, and they got some of the CX#@$ Taxi over there. I felt like the car (VW ..something) was falling apart as the taxi driver pressed the gas pedal while the car jumped over several speed bumps. Yikes!! Heh, yeah...

For work image, I'd take the Merc. The new C-Class looks pretty classy. To *drive*...I'd be looking at the G37, or possibly the Acura TL Type-S.

Dream job: to be The Stig Slightly likelier dream job - to be a test driver for a major automotive company - travel the world to torture-test new products? I'm in!