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#1 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3450
Join Date: Jan 2001
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![]() well, i am only 18, and want to lease a WRX..(very lovely car).
i think the car will be approx. $25,000 the most out the door. i will down pay approx $3500, and maybe pay approx $350 per month for 36 months....sth like that..and to me, $25,000 is A LOT!! what do u think? |
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#2 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3744
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Santa Cruz, CA USA
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![]() Yes that sounds like a lot of money to me. At age 18 I paid $350 for my first car. Of course that was 27 years ago, but certainly $25K is a lot of money.
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#3 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 3389
Join Date: Dec 2000
Location: ContraCosta, Ca
Vehicle:07 STImpreza Satin |
![]() If you have $3500 for a down pay, and $350 a month, sounds like you could hang with buying the car.
Oh and yes, that is a lot of money. I work hard for my money (Hehe), I get mad when I loose $1, Ken |
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#4 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3802
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: IL
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![]() I work hard for the coin too, and at least to me, $25,000 is a lot of money. If you can budget for it and it works out for you great!
just don't forget about insurance. |
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#5 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 4109
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: Charlotte, NC
Vehicle:2005 STI WR Blue w/Gold |
![]() Shure whish I had a WRX when I was 18... Got a '71 Nova with a 250 6cyl, 2spd powerglide (slipping badly), wrecked in the right front and the right rear. Had to rebuild the car from scratch. Even now with a good job 25K is now small investment.
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#6 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3985
Join Date: Feb 2001
Location: District Heights, MD
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![]() Affordability is a relative issue based on personal earnings.
Whether $2500 or $25,000 if you can afford to pay for it and you are confident you are getting the best value for your hard earned $$$, then go for it. TWReX [This message has been edited by TWReX (edited February 23, 2001).] |
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#7 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 3615
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Rochester Hills, Mi
Vehicle:2004 STi Black and stuff |
![]() check this out:
www.paymentshaver.com |
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#8 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3490
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Austin, TX
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![]() $25K is a pocketful for just about anyone I'd guess. It's relative, but unless you're really banking, it'll set you back a good bit.
-Eric B. |
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#9 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 456
Join Date: Oct 1999
Chapter/Region:
NWIC
Location: Redmond, WA, USA
Vehicle:2008 Forester XT Steel Gray Metallic |
![]() I am very concerned at the prospect of young drivers (17, 18) running around with a new WRX (Or Bullitt Mustang or Z06 or Audi S4 or whatever).
The WRX has incredible acceleration and grip that makes you feel invincible. Please consider starting with a 2.5 RS or if you do get the WRX, invest in some high performance driving courses. There were some horrific accidents when the 2.5 RS came out (with young drivers involved) that made the news, and also many in the WRX/22B/P1 overseas. I am sure you and the other young drivers here are responsible, so I am not trying to imply you are reckless. It is just there have been so many senseless accidents in my area lately with young people driving that I know another 5 years of driving experience would have prevented. Glenn |
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#10 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 3781
Join Date: Jan 2001
Vehicle:2023 Ioniq6 Green |
![]() I agree with Glenn,
I drove like an idiot when I was young. There was a really gnarly accident with an RS about 2 years ago here where some young kid drove like a moron and died. I've been driving for 15 years now and I know a lot of things about cars, road conditions and traffic that I didn't when I was young. The WRX is a great car, but very dangerous in the hands of someone who is inexperienced. Also, what is up with all these 18 year olds that can afford a $25k car? When I was 18 I drove a 1978 Scirocco that I got for $1800. Do you guys have rich parents or what? |
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#11 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 1272
Join Date: Apr 2000
Location: Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
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![]() This sounds like a thread for buying a motorcycle for the first time. "Go with something smaller, with less power" I say, screw that idea (for the car anyhow). If I"m going to spend 25K, or actually $35CDN I want the best car for the buck. I would never get a lower model down the line. If you can't drive, take a course. But by no means, offset your *****ty driving by getting a *****ty car.
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#12 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 3615
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Rochester Hills, Mi
Vehicle:2004 STi Black and stuff |
![]() I read a statistic somewhere that some huge % of people, like 59% or something, total their first car.
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#13 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 717
Join Date: Jan 2000
Chapter/Region:
NESIC
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![]() I don't think $25,000 is a lot of money to spend on a WRX (then again, I spell you "y-o-u"
![]() My parents wouldn't let me get an RX-7 when I was close to 18, and I still thank them. |
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#14 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 3807
Join Date: Jan 2001
Chapter/Region:
SCIC
Location: Orange, CA, USA
Vehicle:2002 WRX Sedan Silver, tinted |
![]() Hi christurismohk!
You are right, $25K is mucho dinero for a car. I don't know about the other folks purchasing a WRX, but it is about $5K to $6K more than I had planned on spending for my Impreza. But when I went to the dealership to buy a RS, the salesman happen to mention the WRX coming soon. I did a little research, and concluded that this car is a very good value for the enthusiast driver, (great bang for the buck!). Regarding the sub-thread of being a young driver with a fast car, I know that you may not want to hear people telling what to do, but I noticed that the advice is coming from enthusiast drivers like yourself, except who are now a little older. (I'm in my late 30's, and glad to have survived my teen-age years behind the wheel, with two spins, but no crashes!) But, I'm not gonna tell you to not buy a WRX, because I think it is a safer car than most high performance vehicles on the road. However, I would recomend taking advantage of some local opportunities to learn the limits of your car in safe, controlled conditions. Perhaps you saw the socal forum thread called important dates . One of the dates is Sept 23rd (a Sunday) at the San Berdoo Sheriff's Driving School on a 200' * 400' polished and wet concrete skid pad. It is an event for Scoobies only. I would highly recomend that. For the enthusiast driver, competition is wonderfull way to explore the limits of your vehicle, improve your skills, and meet folks with similiar interests. An inexpensive way to let it fly on the pavement is Auto-X'ing. Check out the local auto-x group, solo2.com . If you are interested in flinging some dirt and gravel, it is inexpensive to go to a local rally-x . Learning the limits of your car and abilities will make you a safer driver. Finally, I will be a little preachy, and ask you to do us all a favor, and always try to resist street races. All of us here have a strong interest in whether or not you street-race, as we will all pay higher insurance rates if WRX drivers get many speeding tickets, get in crashes, get hurt, hurt other people, etc. All of those events are much more likely to happen in any street competition. Let it all hang-out at the track, but keep it smooth and safe on the street! |
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#15 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 4030
Join Date: Feb 2001
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![]() Hey I am not trying to act like a brat but if you guys are 17 and your parents buy you a car they lay down cash? Or do they finance it? I am 15 I will most likely get a WRX when I turn 16, however there will be many restrictions on my driving privilages until I get more experienced. I am not saying I am a better driver than other people my age but I took drivers ed about a month after I turned 15 so I will have about a years worth of driving experience when I get my license. One more question, do you think it is wrong for someone of my age to get a car like this?
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#16 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 717
Join Date: Jan 2000
Chapter/Region:
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![]() musn't.....take.....the.....bait......remain....pa tient......
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#17 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 3781
Join Date: Jan 2001
Vehicle:2023 Ioniq6 Green |
![]() I'm taking the bait.
I think it's sick that your parents are going to buy you a $25k car on your 16th birthday!?!?! You're never going to really appreciate it! I started with a P.O.S. 1978 Scirocco and moved up from there. I'm now 31 and I'm buying a WRX because I've come far enough along in my life that I can afford it! I come from a fairly wealthy family and my parents could have bought me a new car when I was 16 but didn't because they wanted be to be able to value something I worked for. You are sounding like a brat! |
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#18 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 3615
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Rochester Hills, Mi
Vehicle:2004 STi Black and stuff |
![]() You're not sounding like a brat just because your parents are getting you a car. Just don't take it for granted, that's all.
I found that most people that make a big deal about younger people getting free cars are just jealous. |
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#19 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 3781
Join Date: Jan 2001
Vehicle:2023 Ioniq6 Green |
![]() most...not all.
I'm thankful my parents didn't buy me a car |
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#20 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 3615
Join Date: Jan 2001
Location: Rochester Hills, Mi
Vehicle:2004 STi Black and stuff |
![]() My first car: 1980 AMC Concord
I think what's more important is that parents teach their kids a good work ethic. A new car isn't going to ruin one's appreciation of fine things all by itself. |
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#21 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3850
Join Date: Jan 2001
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![]() hey, im 18 and my mom's putting the down payment on my wrx or audi a4(i havent decided yet) nothing wrong w/ being a spoiled rich boy
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#22 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 3781
Join Date: Jan 2001
Vehicle:2023 Ioniq6 Green |
![]() ZX2ner...you're acting like one
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#23 |
Scooby Guru
Member#: 486
Join Date: Nov 1999
Chapter/Region:
MAIC
Location: Alexandria, VA
Vehicle:2014 BMW 328i xDrive F31 Sport Wagon |
![]() Where's the love fellas?
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#24 |
Scooby Specialist
Member#: 1133
Join Date: Mar 2000
Location: SE PA
Vehicle:09 GTR, 02 996 C4S 95 993 C4, 71 911, 04 STI |
![]() SoCalScoob, you are very smart to understand that.
When I was 15/16, I wanted a car more than anything. Many of my friends were given BMWs or Camaros by their parents. I didn't care about developing a work ethic, or appreciating the lifetime value of earning the perks of life. I was jealous as hell and I just wanted a car! It's only in retrospect, looking back on some pretty good years in business, that I realize how important a little deprivation can be. 18 years ago I didn't want to hear it, but the "things" you earn with hard work mean a lot more. And the trust fund kids I went to prep school with? Most of them are still poking around, trying to "find" themselves and figure out what to do with their lives. |
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#25 |
Scooby Newbie
Member#: 3622
Join Date: Jan 2001
Chapter/Region:
MWSOC
Location: Chicago and beyond
Vehicle:2002 WRX Platinum Visa Metallic |
![]() Ouch.
A bit harsh, no Socalb? I guess it would depend on how much shes putting down, $3k vs $25k. And if youre earning money to pay off the rest or your parents are simply transfering money to your account. I guess thats privillege (sp?) |
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