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Alternatives to a 318is/16v Gti

  • 07-10-2009 2:29pm
    #1
    Aha-shake
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 ✭


    It's a bit pie in the sky at the moment but if/when I sell the TDI Leon I have now I'm looking for something older, petrol, less practical and faster.

    I'm thinking something euro and around the 1.8/2.0 mark. Trying to aviod Jap puely because of the image problem they have right now.

    So, my considerations so far have been a 16v Mk2 Golf or a E36 318is.
    Any others that might fit the bill?

    Have some pics to liven up the thread:

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Comments

  • #2
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    The Golf's won't break land speed records but they are certainly great fun to drive.

    A lower suspension and a couple of strut braces and it's great going in and out of corners


  • #3
    voxpop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,800 ✭✭✭voxpop


    merc cosworth


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  • #4
    Aha-shake
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 ✭Aha-shake


    A Cosworth is definitely out of the question.

    1. I'm a young male, insurance is bad enough.
    2. A 2.3/2.5 engine will rape me on tax.
    3. They're far too rare and parts will be a bomb.
    4. I'm looking for something with 2/3 doors ideally, something that big would be a waste.

    Thanks for the suggestion though.


  • #5
    voxpop
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,800 ✭✭✭voxpop


    Go on - live a little :pac:


    Was gonna suggest a Corrado VR6 - but the engine is prob too big so how about a G60

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  • #6
    Dave.
    Closed Accounts Posts: 31 ✭Dave.


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    Get a G60


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  • #7
    robtri
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,473 ✭✭✭robtri


    how about a Saab 900 turbo...
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    under €2k, air con, leather.... you could do a lot worse for that price..
    http://www.carzone.ie/search/Saab/900/2.0-Turb/200917192581186/advert?channel=CARS


  • #8
    SEPT 23 1989
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 43,032 ✭✭✭✭SEPT 23 1989


    if you go for the gti 16v make sure the heater is blowing really hot air,if not you are going to need to replace the heater matrix which is not fun


  • #9
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    voxpop wrote: »
    Go on - live a little :pac:


    Was gonna suggest a Corrado VR6 - but the engine is prob too big so how about a G60

    A fine bus they are too. I'm going to be in the market for something in around April and I'm thinking a VR6 or an EVO


  • #10
    Captain Slow IRL
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 3,651 ✭✭✭Captain Slow IRL


    Go for the beamer - you should have a good selection without having to go to England!


  • #11
    ciarsd
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,326 ✭✭✭ciarsd


    E36 318iS, then again I would say that!! (see signature below) :)


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  • #12
    bitemybanger
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,475 ✭✭✭bitemybanger


    Pug 306 GTI-6, argueably one of the best handling front wheel drive cars out there, Peugeot might have a bad rep but thier GTIs are completely different than the standard cars, real drivers cars.


  • #13
    unkel
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 66,225 ✭✭✭✭unkel


    ciarsd wrote: »
    E36 318iS, then again I would say that!! (see signature below) :)

    That sure looks like a well loved car!

    Lotus Elan turbo for sale:

    https://www.donedeal.ie/vintagecars-for-sale/lotus-elan-turbo/38336785

    My ads on adverts.ie:

    https://www.adverts.ie/member/5856/ads



  • #14
    jozi
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 5,391 ✭✭✭jozi


    E30 318iS? Same engine as E36 (more or less) but more fun :D


  • #15
    kasper
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,437 ✭✭✭kasper


    how about a skoda octavia vrs 180 bhp


  • #16
    Aha-shake
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 ✭Aha-shake


    Thanks for the suggestions guys, the Corrado is a gorgeuous car but they seem a bit thin on the ground in this country but I'll definitely consider it.

    Never even thought of an Octavia VRS, they would be reasonably priced too but are a bit big for what I'm after.

    Just spotted this, mega want!

    http://www.carzone.ie/search/BMW/3-Series/318-IS-C/200939195328755/advert?channel=CARS


  • #17
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    There's a minter '95 E36 M3 on Octane for less than that


  • #18
    Aha-shake
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 24 ✭Aha-shake


    Yeah I was wondering if it was a bit pricey alright, seems the tidiest looking one on the site at the minute though.


  • #19
    Gary ITR
    Closed Accounts Posts: 16,801 ✭✭✭✭Gary ITR


    Aha-shake wrote: »
    Yeah I was wondering if it was a bit pricey alright, seems the tidiest looking one on the site at the minute though.

    Oh don't get me wrong, it's a super looking car. Just 5grand could buy you a whole lot of 'older' car


  • #20
    ShadowHearth
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 22,929 ✭✭✭✭ShadowHearth


    drove golf mk2 wir 1 year. 1.8 sport suspention and a few ather bits... - worst car i have driven in mine life. Its just... Dull...

    Bmw 318is, is not a fast car... Old Bmw will brake your hearth m8...

    I know you said a jap cars is not your cup of tea, but what about subaru legacy? Fast car, and not that eye catchy.

    I am not of fan of germans, but i have to admit... corrado VR6 or g60 is just pure sex ;)


  • #21
    ciarsd
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,326 ✭✭✭ciarsd


    unkel wrote: »
    That sure looks like a well loved car!

    Cheers unkel, it is!
    Aha-shake wrote: »
    Yeah I was wondering if it was a bit pricey alright, seems the tidiest looking one on the site at the minute though.

    I'd let mine go for less.
    ShadowHearth wrote: »
    Bmw 318is, is not a fast car... Old Bmw will brake your hearth m8...

    I know you said a jap cars is not your cup of tea, but what about subaru legacy? Fast car, and not that eye catchy.

    I am not of fan of germans, but i have to admit... corrado VR6 or g60 is just pure sex ;)

    Post of the year for contradictions! :P


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