looking for a new DD and autox car

Andrew Jonell · **Joined:** Mon Mar 23, 2009 6:43 pm **Posts:** 1350

So based on some issues from last night, I've decided to press forward w/ buying a new (brand) car. Since I now have the Miata at the bottom of my driveway with ignition problems, I'm looking for a new DD. Once I find a new toy, my red Passport will be for sale, so stay tuned for that.

I'm looking for suggestions from this crowd, but right now I'm focused on 2 cars. I'm considering either a 2012 Mazda2 w/ the Touring package and no sunroof or a 2012 Fiat 500 w/ no no sunroof. In regard to the Fiat, which of these models came w/ the turbo?

I know the weak points on the Mazda2. What do I need to look out for in regard to the Fiat?

steve remchak · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 7:52 pm

Andrew Jonell wrote:

So based on some issues from last night, I've decided to press forward w/ buying a new (brand) car. Since I now have the Miata at the bottom of my driveway with ignition problems, I'm looking for a new DD. Once I find a new toy, my red Passport will be for sale, so stay tuned for that.

I'm looking for suggestions from this crowd, but right now I'm focused on 2 cars. I'm considering either a 2012 Mazda2 w/ the Touring package and no sunroof or a 2012 Fiat 500 w/ no no sunroof. In regard to the Fiat, which of these models came w/ the turbo?

I know the weak points on the Mazda2. What do I need to look out for in regard to the Fiat?

a good mechanic and trust fund money in the bank.

Fix
It
Again
Tony

http://www.fiat500abarth.us/2011/sema-2011-photos/

JohnByers · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 7:55 pm

The Fiat is on the SCCA exclusion list. Rollover potential fyi.

Steven Carter · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 8:04 pm

Hyundai veloster? Looks cool, seems to have good but not great stats...although a turbo version is coming out soon.

Fiat will suck the life out of you.

RodneyWright · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 9:34 pm

Oh Lord, another 35 page "find me a DD/autox car" thread. Well, at least this time it isn't me. Been there, done that :mrgreen:

DickRasmussen · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 10:13 pm

You could do what Keith did and drive a car like the Fit (Mazda 2 sounds about the same) and tow an F125 kart with it.

Dick
(gave up on dual purpose cars about 20 years ago :lol:

)

Matt McGrain · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 10:18 pm

Mazda all day long. Go drive the Mazda 2 if you haven't already, it's a fun little car even with an auto trans.

My good friend the commutes a lot from Rocky Mount got one for the fuel economy and how easy it is to drive. Plus, STF pax! :twisted:

I don't read the SCCA updates as often but I don't even think you can autocross the Fiat (yet), but the Fit is okay which seems taller.

I sort of like the red as it looks like that same shade on the NC Miata.

Andrew Jonell · **Joined:** Mon Mar 23, 2009 6:43 pm **Posts:** 1350

I actually am in the market for a car, just figured I could poke fun at Rodney while doing it.

I have driven the 2 before and it is beyond slow, but if you toss it into a corner the tires just scream "FEED ME!!!" I was talking with James Short earlier about some car buying advice and unfortunately the color that I want... there is only one of.. in a 300 mile radius: in Virginia. Anybody have experience buying a car out of state and bringing it home?

On Saturday I'm going to go test drive both the Fiat 500 and Mazda2 (again), and I'll probably buy the following week.

Also: http://www.corksport.com/images/add_con ... -Flier.pdf

Cash Davidson · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 11:03 pm

Andrew Jonell wrote:

Anybody have experience buying a car out of state and bringing it home?

From a dealer its easy-peasy. We bought the Excursion in Georgia, the Bullitt in Pennsylvania and the Fusion in Virginia. All over the phone - all sight unseen.

Andrew Jonell · **Joined:** Mon Mar 23, 2009 6:43 pm **Posts:** 1350

Taxes and temp plates, though?

steve remchak · **Posted:** Thu Jan 12, 2012 11:18 pm

Andrew Jonell wrote:

Taxes and temp plates, though?

you get a temp plate from the dealer, they file your title docs with your home state and you pay the taxes of the state you reside in. bought a SAV in TN, NC DMV sent me a tag. painless.

David Edwards · **Posted:** Fri Jan 13, 2012 11:01 pm

Come take my Sonic and you'll forget all about that wimpy Mazda 2.

The hitch with the Sonic is wheel and tire packages. My LTZ is saddled with 17x6.5 wheels. LT models can chose from a 15x6 or 16x6 wheel. Lots more choices for race wheels.

Sadly, the ultralight 17" Cruze ECO forged wheels (17.8lbs) are 17x7.

Andrew Jonell · **Joined:** Mon Mar 23, 2009 6:43 pm **Posts:** 1350

Why are you trying to get out of your Sonic so quickly?

JamesMilko · **Posted:** Fri Jan 13, 2012 11:20 pm

Andrew Jonell wrote:

Why are you trying to get out of your Sonic so quickly?

Brake pads are impossible to find.

David Edwards · **Posted:** Sat Jan 14, 2012 12:25 am

lol, it's not for sale. Simply offering you a drive.

It's made in America by Americans! At least try one out.

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