Are you enjoying these "What would you buy?" videos? They are a good bit more work than our usual stories but we are having fun making them. The next three we have planned are $150k, $75k, and money no object. Thoughts?
They are pretty decent videos, but getting a tad overused. I would try to be more specific like what years or what brand. Overall these videos are good!
Eh, my 1996 4runner has a big exhaust leak from smashing my trans into the cat too much while doing my clutch. And from rock banging while wheeling. Sounds like a vacuum and hair drier mixed😂
Oh yeah I forgot about those! They had a 426 horsepower LS3 from the factory! They are crazy responsive to mods, too. Throw a set of LT’s on it and get a tune, you are looking at a legit 500-550 rwhp
I feel like Randy is the only one that takes these seriously and offers actual good advice. I mean the ones that are telling us to get like twenty year old Mercedes are trolling so hard it's not even funny
Jordan Winders This is laughable. I just sold my MANUAL E46 M3, subframe done, rod bearings done, ZHP steering rack, euro headers, etc for $11,000. For $15,000 you can get a decent manual E46 M3.
I would go for a 2010-12 Acura TL with a 6MT, SHAWD and a J37 V6. You can find them for around $10k and supercharge it with the rest. Really underrated cars and great daily drivers. The 11-14 Mustang GT, 135i, Pontiac G8, and 09-11 STI hatch are also really cool.
You can find a clean title, less than 50k miles, s2000 for around 15k. Other options: -Mustang gt -Corvette -370z -240sx But as we all know...Miata is always the answer😎
I'd buy a 2014 Chevy Cruze Manual Diesel, deleted, tuned, weight reduction, lowered, dual turbos. Could push 80-100 MPG out of it, probably run 300-400 FT pounds of torque and the same HP. Never done before, but it would be amazing.
@@atlcarguys sorry I just had too, being an ex BMW fan boy. 🤣 I will say good taste with the 850, I've lusted after the 850CSI ever since I learned it was a thing, but that one isn't 15k right now. 😅🤣🤑
Oh look, it's V6 BMW M3 guy aka "I never acted like my BMW was a big deal" guy, except this time he wrote some notes before filming this video... _about these two other BMWs_
Props to everyone who mentioned the VW R32. That is a great daily/sports hatch!!! This car never got the credit it deserves. The other one I was surprised I only heard once was a WS6 T/A or SS Camaro. You can find good to great low mileage or good to great mods for less than 15k. Left over money for more mods lol.
can anyone here give me a relative idea of reliability on the r32 gti's? looking to buy my first car, but reliability is huge for me so i've been looking at mainly toyota's and honda's
996 911, C4 ZR1 or 96’ w/ LT4, C5 Vette (doesn’t have to be a Z06; i’ve had both C5’s and although there is a difference, it isn’t quite as drastic as most think), C6 Vette, 986 Boxter, 3rd gen MR-S, LS F-body, 335i, CLS63 AMG, E36/46 M3, 370Z, MX-5, LS2 GTO, 04’-07’ CTS-V (has either LS6 or LS2 w/ T56), Cayenne Turbo, XJR/XKR, etc
Owned an E55, it's a fabulous car. So fast. But if you think you're paying $15k to buy it, then done, you're kidding yourself! Budget at least another $5k for the next year if you're DIYing. $10k if not. I just mean to keep it usable, not restoration.
Damn those are my exact choices...Love an e55 amg. Just needs to be moderate mileage and strictly cooling mods. Not a fan of slapping on a 72mm upper pulley and calling it a day.
I wouldn't go for the 944. It looks amazing but aside from that it's really not all that. It drives horribly and has a bad shifter and it lacks any sort of character when it comes to its handling. I would just describe the experience as dry and largely uninspiring. Sure its better than any econobox but there's a reason why its so cheap.
Cool, yall have the pre China bought ones. They're nice looking quality sedans. I cant remember ever seeing a Volvo coupe which may be why Im not into them but their hatchbacks looked interesting
I actually just got a 2015 Volkswagen Passat VR6 with a DSG transmission well under the 15k limit. It may appear kind of boring but it get going quicker than you'd expect and rides beautifully on the highway. Great engine (280hp and VR6 noises). Excellent transmission (super fast shifts). Killer factory audio (Fender designed).
I gotta say, I really like the XJ6 out of all of them. There's just a certain level of elegance to the old-school Jaguars, especially when you do something radical like a Safari Conversion (i.e. lift & tires).
I got an e46 m3 for a couple under 15 a few years ago six speed. Already did vanos and cooling and still well below 15k...now I just need to the subframe done
I know what I'd buy.. because I did buy it, my current daily. A 4th gen Acura TL SH-AWD! 300hp of torque vectoring AWD reliability! Looks decent (after some minor tweaks), 6mt manual available, and I've seen examples with odometers well over 300,000 miles without any major repairs needed.
I do agree the N/A I6 in the 128i is good and it definitely reminds me of my E36 M3, but after seeing my E46 M3 get totalled, I bought an Ed Bolian Special 135i with some minor hail damage and mods making 400hp for 14.5k about 13 months ago and it's been the most fun I've ever had in an automobile. Surprisingly, quite reliable so far. Bought it at 47k, sitting at 63k now and I flog the shit out of it.
I don't get all these ppl on here. I got a 580 rwhp g8. No love for ls except the chic and few vettes. I own a c6 z06 as well. Most these ppl just trying to sound cool. Good luck getting smoked by us LS ppl.
I'd have to say that the Cadillac ATS awd 2.0l turbo is the best option for under 15k and I'd get alot of upgrades for it with the leftover money. Luxury an sporty all in one.
The only Lamborghini in Alaska is a kit car countach which I proudly hot glued the peeling interior panels. Great low car for passing right under those lifted trucks.
Bought my 2013 Ford Mustang GT premium 5 months ago with track pack option, Brembo brakes Recaro seats, cold air intake and catback exhaust, 93 octane tune, with 80k miles for 15k. Awesome car for the money.
Every time PJ from Exotic Car Hacks speaks I am reminded of every customer who’s food I “accidentally” dropped on the floor of the kitchen when I was waiting tables in college.
This is so oddly specific but that’s exactly the same kind of vibe I get too, like a customer who comes in 5 min before closing and says “they only need one thing”
I swear the b8 S4's are the most overlooked cars ever in this price range. Supercharged v6 that you can make mega powerful, awd, manual if you want, can get as an avant and the interior is super nice. relatively reliable as well reliable
I have an E46 325ci and I can’t speak highly enough of that era of 3 series. I’d love to own an E46 M3 one day just based on how well mine has treated me. I treat mine very well and it really does treat me well in return.
As a car choice: Miata or MR2. As a Bike choice: in the UK, take $15k and say £15k, you could get a 2017 Yamaha YZF-R1. There’s a few on the market for £15k or less, and with such acceleration and speed, can’t go wrong at that price
2004-2006 Mercedes e55 amg. quick, classy and powerful, as well as pretty reliable once 3 of 4 things are updated. Dream car of mine. 100% would pic one up this second if i had $15K
I answered this question for myself last year and picked up a beautiful 510 hp kyanite blue 2010 Jaguar XFR. Luxurious daily driver with launch rollercoaster like acceleration! I keep thinking I'll mod it because it is capable of much more power - but it is so strong already it is hardly needed. People can't believe it is not brand new when I tell them it's a 2010.
@@Scottsdaleofficesteve Only about 3k miles so far due to short commute, rotating several vehicles, then Covid-19. It's been great, there have been no new issues so far - but I still need to fix a problem I knew about when I bought it. The dial-style gear selector that is supposed to electrically pop up from the center console does not move by itself. I'm still able to select gears, just no cool popup action when starting car. I'll get around to fixing it but Jag wants $1200 for the part. I'm OK paying that if I don't decide to get a used part because I got it for around 14k while similar vehicles were going for around 20k. The 2and best feature after the 510 hp is Jaguar's legendary depreciation 😁
Miata plus turbo kit, coilovers, body kit, new seats, wheel, new clutch, new steelies, and a roll cage. Easily still under 15k but you get to do it all yourself and have fun. Rather than a 30 year old amg mercedes thats gonna cost you 15k....EVERY YEAR
You gotta remember, we only have $15k for this car. if it ends up being something German, we'll be dropping another $15k in it within a year or two to keep it running. Personally, I've been looking into getting a 2013 or newer Ford Taurus SHO with the same budget. 360 horsepower, awd, comfortable, and if it's black or white everyone will think you're a cop and get out of your way. Or if you prefer, you can just get a de-com Police Interceptor model and blend in even better.
Bought my 2006 corvette 3.5 years ago. for 15k. Had headers and full exhaust, 119k miles, and more than a handful of rock chips. It’s now cammed with heads happening this winter and 157k. 08+ with ls3 are now dropping into the mid to high teens
The fifth gen camaro is super underrated because so many boomers bought them. Yes they are heavy, but you get an ls3, a solid trans, and near perfect 50/50 weight distribution. They handle like a dream with very simple modifications
Best car for 15k in my opinion is the g37s you have tons of aftermarket support and they’re reliable, decently luxurious, and pretty quick out of the box as is
Mk5 R32 all the way. I love mine with dsg. The numbers on paper are not impressive and it is relatively slow, but there is just something about it that is such a joy to drive. Thank you Mr.Warren for bringing such an overlooked car to light.
You cannot beat a Audi S4 B8 for this price range (or an S5), supercharged V6 350bhp, easily mapped to 420+ ($700, or even 480bhp for $2500. v reliable, decent interior for age and family practical.
2007-2008 TL Type S six speed - 286hp/256lbft, came loaded with every option as standard, and arguably the best looking sedan of the 2000’s. Only wish the back seats folded down
M235i is one of the most underrated cars of the last 10 years IMO. Definitely overlooked, especially since the M2 came out, and with them rebadging then to the 240i, they’re forgotten about but still absolutely brilliant.
2013 Mercedes Slk 250. Just a V6 1.8 liter for the daily drive gas. I finally got my hard top convertible. Its all I need. $16,500 / 49,000 miles. They stopped making these this year. 2020 is it. Incredibly happy with it.
Great video as always. I would do the best vehicle to buy from the year you were born. Not sure the budget though but you will get a lot of entertaining answers I bet.
I agree with Doug Tabbutt the 986 Boxster is an amazing car to take to its limits because they’re almost disposable at this point. Every dollar and bucket of elbow grease you dump in that car it gets ten times more fun on the track.
‘06 6M GTOs have gotten a little expensive haven’t they? Haven’t found a low mileage 6M GTO for under 18k in a while. 4-speed autos are easy to find around 10-15k though
I recently had this choice and went with a BMW i3. They are a hoot to drive and absolutely plummet in value used. I got a 15 fully loaded with 40,000 mikes last year fir $17k. Today the same is worth 15. I got it to fit my family of 4. If I were looking for a fun car in the range I would be looking at a used ND MX-5 or an s2k.
Parts, Service and maintenance, Porsche, Mercedes, BMW are not you're friend in the parts department affordability wise. But performance wise they are slightly better. But those manufacturers charge you so much for parts and service. I got my 2005 CTS-V1 for 15k with headers and $1,500 corsa exhaust 40k miles. If you're considering one of the following in the video drive a CTSV1 2004 to 2007 you will not regret. I can average 20mpg if I'm a good boy.
The 300 ZX was the most attractive of all the Z cars. I like a C5, or C6 with plans for a LT5 transplant later on down the road. The BMW M2 is a bit of a kids car, but lots of options and buildable. On the other hand if you just want to be happy with what you have the Boxster was a good choice. A lot of picks went to the M2000. I
Are you enjoying these "What would you buy?" videos? They are a good bit more work than our usual stories but we are having fun making them. The next three we have planned are $150k, $75k, and money no object. Thoughts?
Awesome!
You can do "What would you buy" if you lived in the '70s, '80s, '90s or something crazy like 1920s.
Can’t wait, partially because I won’t have class at 10 next week
These are great videos!
They are pretty decent videos, but getting a tad overused. I would try to be more specific like what years or what brand. Overall these videos are good!
"it's really hard pressed to find a better sounding car than this for 15 grand" *revs Porsche that sounds like a hair dryer*
Lmao I’m dead That’s exactly what it sounds like
Eh, my 1996 4runner has a big exhaust leak from smashing my trans into the cat too much while doing my clutch. And from rock banging while wheeling. Sounds like a vacuum and hair drier mixed😂
Better than my vw vr6 with a hole in the exhaust that sounds like the longest wet fart in history
LMAO 😂
I haven't laughed that hard in a minute
Why have most recommended 15k cars a more than 15k repair bill waiting to happen?
Bc the car's cost is in the repair
The R32 won’t break on you that easy
That boombox one had me dying in laughter
Even dressed the part. It was wonderful.
Mate 2 months later and I'm still creasing 🤣
A manual 4x4 12 valve Cummins with 100k miles can be had for that price. It will pay for itself towing your exotics to the shop all the time.
WHERE?
I got my 2013 Focus ST for $14,900 with 19k miles. It's relatively practical, good looking and still puts a smile on my face 3 years later
The comment I was looking for
😂😂😂
@@stackkza.8990 OK I'm going to give you the attention you crave... what's so funny?
There’s a guy in my city has a 2011 camaro SS with a cam, heads, and a larger throttle body for $14,900. I’d probably go with that!
Hard to beat that deal hp per dollar
GTO works in that deal as well or the Firebird.
Oh yeah I forgot about those!
They had a 426 horsepower LS3 from the factory! They are crazy responsive to mods, too. Throw a set of LT’s on it and get a tune, you are looking at a legit 500-550 rwhp
V6 BMW man strikes again
I feel like Randy is the only one that takes these seriously and offers actual good advice. I mean the ones that are telling us to get like twenty year old Mercedes are trolling so hard it's not even funny
Hey, this week i had very useful suggestions. Other weeks.. maybe not so much
Ikr I’m shopping for my first car and I’m telling myself “Don’t get fooled old Mercedes suck”
@@jacobfowler8795 Old beemers are better for reliability. It's unusual to see a 20 year old merc without the EML blinking away
They’re trying to sell what they don’t want anymore lol
Buy an old Jaguar, make money, prove me wrong!
I feel like buying an old heavily depreciated luxury car ain't the best option I mean hoovie is a good example of not doing that 😂
I would go with a bmw of some sort or a good Porsche boxter.
Edit: or a collection of diecasts
Ah yes the v12 made by putting two v6's together
What an abomination of an engine. It’s 3 times more expensive for everything and ten times the hours of labor.
@@markm0000 Its made by two inline 6 engines, get your facts straight. BMW never had V6 engine.
@@bobsonmkd He's making fun of the guy who said that exact thing in the video
5:25 "two BMW V6s put together" this dude ain't learnin' from the previous video smh
Kristóf Máthé Watch out he hit the keyboard really hard for the last guy who called him out for being a fool!
Well, maybe he learned he shouldn't come in the comments to insult everyone?
Was looking through the comments to see if anyone caught that ! Lol
He's now claiming he's trolling and maybe he is but either way he looks bad
burnzy3210 He’s just trying to cover his ass as he has now shown himself multiple times to be a car guy poser!
This video should just be youtubers and friends of Ed saying “E46 M3” over and over again
It took one minute to be mentioned. I’m satisfied.
You're not wrong! Specifically the 'buy and SMG and then manual swap it' answer.
E46s are great if you fix the subframe mounts that are made of jello
Jordan Winders This is laughable. I just sold my MANUAL E46 M3, subframe done, rod bearings done, ZHP steering rack, euro headers, etc for $11,000. For $15,000 you can get a decent manual E46 M3.
Jordan Winders 30K for a 2008 m3? Are you smoking crack dude
I would go for a 2010-12 Acura TL with a 6MT, SHAWD and a J37 V6. You can find them for around $10k and supercharge it with the rest. Really underrated cars and great daily drivers.
The 11-14 Mustang GT, 135i, Pontiac G8, and 09-11 STI hatch are also really cool.
There are some great options at this price point. What would you buy for $15k?
You can find a clean title, less than 50k miles, s2000 for around 15k. Other options:
-Mustang gt
-Corvette
-370z
-240sx
But as we all know...Miata is always the answer😎
2ZZ Swapped MR2 Spyder (ZZW30)
A nice S2000. Reliable, fast, exciting, timeless.
Lexus is300 the one with the 2jz in it
I'd buy a 2014 Chevy Cruze Manual Diesel, deleted, tuned, weight reduction, lowered, dual turbos. Could push 80-100 MPG out of it, probably run 300-400 FT pounds of torque and the same HP. Never done before, but it would be amazing.
I'm here for the comments about "2 BMW V6s". 🤣
For those of you who dont understand, it was two BMW INLINE 6s, not "V" 6s.
🙄🤣
@@atlcarguys sorry I just had too, being an ex BMW fan boy. 🤣
I will say good taste with the 850, I've lusted after the 850CSI ever since I learned it was a thing, but that one isn't 15k right now. 😅🤣🤑
@@zfixation9817 ya a CSI would be amazing. It's definitely one of my dream cars, i love it for the rear center console and the shape of the car.
Oh look, it's V6 BMW M3 guy aka "I never acted like my BMW was a big deal" guy, except this time he wrote some notes before filming this video... _about these two other BMWs_
huh, v6 m3
@@mhddell ruclips.net/video/oQ5weOzL5Ic/видео.html
lol the bmw v12 aint even put together of two 6 cylinders, they made a whole new motor for that😭
You like me don't you.... I'm so flattered.
At least he's not harassing viewers in the comment section over HIS mistake this time.
I want him to go find me a 14 mustang gt manual below 10k ill literally give you my whole bank account
Props to everyone who mentioned the VW R32. That is a great daily/sports hatch!!! This car never got the credit it deserves. The other one I was surprised I only heard once was a WS6 T/A or SS Camaro. You can find good to great low mileage or good to great mods for less than 15k. Left over money for more mods lol.
Yea that would be my choice. Or even the new R used you can get at a good price.
My brother just bought a 2016 2 door gti apr stage one with intake and muffler delete for just under 15k. Great daily driver for a single guy.
Can't go wrong with a VW R32! Especially an MKIV with a stick. Love those cars, minus the rust issues :)
can anyone here give me a relative idea of reliability on the r32 gti's? looking to buy my first car, but reliability is huge for me so i've been looking at mainly toyota's and honda's
I lost it with the boombox
996 911, C4 ZR1 or 96’ w/ LT4, C5 Vette (doesn’t have to be a Z06; i’ve had both C5’s and although there is a difference, it isn’t quite as drastic as most think), C6 Vette, 986 Boxter, 3rd gen MR-S, LS F-body, 335i, CLS63 AMG, E36/46 M3, 370Z, MX-5, LS2 GTO, 04’-07’ CTS-V (has either LS6 or LS2 w/ T56), Cayenne Turbo, XJR/XKR, etc
I would opt for a Mercedes E55 AMG or a Porsche 944 Turbo.
Owned an E55, it's a fabulous car. So fast. But if you think you're paying $15k to buy it, then done, you're kidding yourself! Budget at least another $5k for the next year if you're DIYing. $10k if not. I just mean to keep it usable, not restoration.
Damn those are my exact choices...Love an e55 amg. Just needs to be moderate mileage and strictly cooling mods. Not a fan of slapping on a 72mm upper pulley and calling it a day.
I wouldn't go for the 944. It looks amazing but aside from that it's really not all that. It drives horribly and has a bad shifter and it lacks any sort of character when it comes to its handling. I would just describe the experience as dry and largely uninspiring. Sure its better than any econobox but there's a reason why its so cheap.
@@justFiji Really? That’s disappointing
I purchased an AWD 2010 Volvo S40 with a manual transmission in 2013 for just over $15k and it’s been great.
I've had a 2005 S40 T5 AWD 6MT since 2017, amazing 200+ hp daily, very reliable and a great time
Cool, yall have the pre China bought ones. They're nice looking quality sedans. I cant remember ever seeing a Volvo coupe which may be why Im not into them but their hatchbacks looked interesting
Make a video of what “200 mph” car they would buy. “GTR” “Diablo” “Audi r8” “Gallardo” type cars.
Last time I was this early, Rob Dahm was still in the running to be the Bachelor.
LOL ded
@@ShiftingLanes hey it's my Volvo buddy 🤙
"Has the electronic headlights" does your other car need lighter fuel for its headlights???
That's what I just posted too. Can't believe nobody mentioned it on the video. But they are not that common.
Litronic
I'm just here wondering where you can find an M235i for 15k, I'm seeing 22k minimum for a manual.
A nice S2000. Reliable, fast, exciting, timeless.
Fast?
@G S2k ain't fast bro, especially nowadays.
@@ClassyGentleman69 Super easy to modify, maintain, and are reliable tho.
It is very fast and reliable
I thought you had to have 100k under the hood of those
I actually just got a 2015 Volkswagen Passat VR6 with a DSG transmission well under the 15k limit. It may appear kind of boring but it get going quicker than you'd expect and rides beautifully on the highway.
Great engine (280hp and VR6 noises).
Excellent transmission (super fast shifts).
Killer factory audio (Fender designed).
CL63 C216! S-Class Coupé of it’s days & till today it has a lot of tech.
For 15k? Where did u find that
Yeah good luck
id rather get an w211 e55 or an cls55 w219
I have an 08 CL63. 6.2 NA. But I don't think clean ones can be found for $15k.
LOTS of great choices for $15k. The s2000 is hands down the best driver's car you can buy that will be reliable, and insanely fun to drive.
2 BMW V6s to make a V12 - that made me laugh! Don't think BMW have ever made a V6, think he's got Ford V6/Aston Martin V12 mixed up!
I gotta say, I really like the XJ6 out of all of them. There's just a certain level of elegance to the old-school Jaguars, especially when you do something radical like a Safari Conversion (i.e. lift & tires).
I got an e46 m3 for a couple under 15 a few years ago six speed. Already did vanos and cooling and still well below 15k...now I just need to the subframe done
I know what I'd buy.. because I did buy it, my current daily. A 4th gen Acura TL SH-AWD! 300hp of torque vectoring AWD reliability! Looks decent (after some minor tweaks), 6mt manual available, and I've seen examples with odometers well over 300,000 miles without any major repairs needed.
Looks like Doug finally started buying his shirts in adult sizes.
john boylan doug wasn’t on this video
Jared Champagne 9:11
@@biggy_jiggy4848 I think he got confused and thought that OP was talking about Doug Demuro.
BMW E82 coupe with the N/A straight six, a Z4(M) with the M3 engine, a late model Corvette C5, all as manuals
I do agree the N/A I6 in the 128i is good and it definitely reminds me of my E36 M3, but after seeing my E46 M3 get totalled, I bought an Ed Bolian Special 135i with some minor hail damage and mods making 400hp for 14.5k about 13 months ago and it's been the most fun I've ever had in an automobile. Surprisingly, quite reliable so far. Bought it at 47k, sitting at 63k now and I flog the shit out of it.
$15k? Has to be a 370Z! At least here in Puerto Rico...!
Literal! Por 15k hay unos cuantos carros en PR que bregan!
I agree, I love 370Zs, if it isn't obvious! 🤣
Yuck. A Nissan
Acho aqui te quieren vender un 350z 2006 por eso 🤣🤣
Not with all those pot holes.
ur asking rich people lol obviously they’re gonna recommend german cars💀
I got my low mile 05 supercharged GTO with 470 whp for 15k and I wouldn't trade it for any car that was mentioned
I watched the whole damn thing expecting at least one person to mention the goat...
I'm bout to pick one up next week myself, very excited lol
I don't get all these ppl on here. I got a 580 rwhp g8. No love for ls except the chic and few vettes. I own a c6 z06 as well. Most these ppl just trying to sound cool. Good luck getting smoked by us LS ppl.
I'd have to say that the Cadillac ATS awd 2.0l turbo is the best option for under 15k and I'd get alot of upgrades for it with the leftover money. Luxury an sporty all in one.
So many options a bad Ferrari replica or a Scion FRS are both on the list for me.
A bad Ferrari replica is a strong choice. I have to say, no one came with that. We do have a Countach Replica story coming next week.
The only Lamborghini in Alaska is a kit car countach which I proudly hot glued the peeling interior panels. Great low car for passing right under those lifted trucks.
Fiesta ST. Absolutely incredible gas mileage, handles like a go-kart, and you can haul your buddies around
I want to sleep on a bed made of Ed Bolian's voice
Bought my 2013 Ford Mustang GT premium 5 months ago with track pack option, Brembo brakes Recaro seats, cold air intake and catback exhaust, 93 octane tune, with 80k miles for 15k. Awesome car for the money.
Great buy! Was it a salvage? I've never seen them that low.
Every time PJ from Exotic Car Hacks speaks I am reminded of every customer who’s food I “accidentally” dropped on the floor of the kitchen when I was waiting tables in college.
I think he almost tries for that.
This is so oddly specific but that’s exactly the same kind of vibe I get too, like a customer who comes in 5 min before closing and says “they only need one thing”
I swear the b8 S4's are the most overlooked cars ever in this price range. Supercharged v6 that you can make mega powerful, awd, manual if you want, can get as an avant and the interior is super nice. relatively reliable as well reliable
Could pick up my dream of a GMC Typhoon for this price range.... after some shrewd negotiations of course. Also on the list would be a Gen 1 CTS-V.
I have an E46 325ci and I can’t speak highly enough of that era of 3 series. I’d love to own an E46 M3 one day just based on how well mine has treated me. I treat mine very well and it really does treat me well in return.
335i, 06 GTO, Infiniti G37, last gen mustang or Camaro.
for me g8 gxp, srt4
@@xxrated-2174 Forgot about the G8 I love those cars.
or grand prix gxp
Thanks for having me again, Ed! Hope you all like my choice :)
For this weeks budget I would pick 2 vehicles a 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP with very low mileage. Or a 2010 Lexus LS 460 L fully loaded with decent mileage.
BMW 135i convertible. My 2013 was 15k. 300 HP, twin scroll turbo, 7 speed dual clutch. Love it.
5:44 Yes! The S2000! That would be mine.
Absolutely would've been the only thing I mentioned if I hadn't already picked it for 25!
As a car choice: Miata or MR2. As a Bike choice: in the UK, take $15k and say £15k, you could get a 2017 Yamaha YZF-R1. There’s a few on the market for £15k or less, and with such acceleration and speed, can’t go wrong at that price
This is the exact choice I made recently. I chose a c5 corvette
Are you happy with it?
Honda S2000!!! And so many other great cars, Focus/Fiesta ST, Mazdaspeed 3, Miata, Mustang GT, LS1 Camaro, Corvette, 350Z, etc...
Agaree on all that except focus. Come on
I'd buy a 335d with all of the emissions deletes and tunes. 36 mpg on the highway and around 550 lbs- ft.
Just picked mine up last week! Emissions deletes coming soon
@@gas_lol85 That's sick, good for you!
Thepartybarge how much was yours?
Holy shit I didn’t know the torque was that good
@@kylemontano228 yeah look up videos of them, the torque can go way higher
2004-2006 Mercedes e55 amg. quick, classy and powerful, as well as pretty reliable once 3 of 4 things are updated. Dream car of mine. 100% would pic one up this second if i had $15K
Please not the V6 BMW guy again....
Jordan Winders 5:25 he says two bmw V6s. He meant straight 6s I hope lol.
Technically they slant
@@fastinradfordable This. Although I can forgive people for saying straight 6, since a slant 6 is just a version of it.
I answered this question for myself last year and picked up a beautiful 510 hp kyanite blue 2010 Jaguar XFR. Luxurious daily driver with launch rollercoaster like acceleration!
I keep thinking I'll mod it because it is capable of much more power - but it is so strong already it is hardly needed. People can't believe it is not brand new when I tell them it's a 2010.
How many miles have you put on it and what is the maintenance?
@@Scottsdaleofficesteve Only about 3k miles so far due to short commute, rotating several vehicles, then Covid-19.
It's been great, there have been no new issues so far - but I still need to fix a problem I knew about when I bought it. The dial-style gear selector that is supposed to electrically pop up from the center console does not move by itself. I'm still able to select gears, just no cool popup action when starting car. I'll get around to fixing it but Jag wants $1200 for the part. I'm OK paying that if I don't decide to get a used part because I got it for around 14k while similar vehicles were going for around 20k.
The 2and best feature after the 510 hp is Jaguar's legendary depreciation 😁
There is no way those 2011-2014 gen mustangs are going for 10k that makes me want to punch myself in the head
They’re not. Try 18-20k.
Camaros from that era are though. 426 hp, 6.2L LS3. Crazy responsive to mods, too. Cam, LT’s, CAI and tune will net you at least 100 more rwhp
With 200k miles or more lol. Nobody gives 5.0 fastback 5spds away.
6 speeds my bad
Miata plus turbo kit, coilovers, body kit, new seats, wheel, new clutch, new steelies, and a roll cage. Easily still under 15k but you get to do it all yourself and have fun. Rather than a 30 year old amg mercedes thats gonna cost you 15k....EVERY YEAR
You gotta remember, we only have $15k for this car. if it ends up being something German, we'll be dropping another $15k in it within a year or two to keep it running.
Personally, I've been looking into getting a 2013 or newer Ford Taurus SHO with the same budget. 360 horsepower, awd, comfortable, and if it's black or white everyone will think you're a cop and get out of your way. Or if you prefer, you can just get a de-com Police Interceptor model and blend in even better.
Bought my 2006 corvette 3.5 years ago. for 15k. Had headers and full exhaust, 119k miles, and more than a handful of rock chips. It’s now cammed with heads happening this winter and 157k. 08+ with ls3 are now dropping into the mid to high teens
2010 BMW 335i N54 with about 2 grand in mods for FBO
We need a revised version of this. All you'd be getting now is junk 💀
"Needs to be rear wheel drive and have abundant aftermarket support, so my pick is a V8 Audi S5"...
The fifth gen camaro is super underrated because so many boomers bought them. Yes they are heavy, but you get an ls3, a solid trans, and near perfect 50/50 weight distribution. They handle like a dream with very simple modifications
Point me in the direction of where you can find an 11-14 Mustang GT for 10k. I’ll buy 3.
Best car for 15k in my opinion is the g37s you have tons of aftermarket support and they’re reliable, decently luxurious, and pretty quick out of the box as is
What about the Acura TL Type S?
For under $15k, it’s amazing value for a sports sedan and even better it comes with a 6-speed manual
That’s what I have!
Too slow
Acuras depreciate like crazy especially the RL(x). So many good examples available.
Mk5 R32 all the way. I love mine with dsg. The numbers on paper are not impressive and it is relatively slow, but there is just something about it that is such a joy to drive. Thank you Mr.Warren for bringing such an overlooked car to light.
Last time I was this early, Rob Dahm was still watching Dumb and Dumber.
Lol
Great question.
I'll add 2010-2011 BMW 335d. Drive it stock or tune it for more excitement.
E46 M3
You cannot beat a Audi S4 B8 for this price range (or an S5), supercharged V6 350bhp, easily mapped to 420+ ($700, or even 480bhp for $2500. v reliable, decent interior for age and family practical.
2007-2008 TL Type S six speed - 286hp/256lbft, came loaded with every option as standard, and arguably the best looking sedan of the 2000’s. Only wish the back seats folded down
I agree with the C5 corvette. 20+ MPG, tons of aftermarket, LS motor is bullet proof.
Mine would be a Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 track with the 6 speed manual. I’m buying one very very soon!
M235i is one of the most underrated cars of the last 10 years IMO. Definitely overlooked, especially since the M2 came out, and with them rebadging then to the 240i, they’re forgotten about but still absolutely brilliant.
Lowest price I could find for it was 18k
“2 BMW V6’s put together to make a V12”
*STROKE*
What BMW used a V6
2013 Mercedes Slk 250.
Just a V6
1.8 liter for the daily drive gas.
I finally got my hard top convertible. Its all I need.
$16,500 / 49,000 miles.
They stopped making these this year. 2020 is it.
Incredibly happy with it.
Great video as always. I would do the best vehicle to buy from the year you were born. Not sure the budget though but you will get a lot of entertaining answers I bet.
I agree with Doug Tabbutt the 986 Boxster is an amazing car to take to its limits because they’re almost disposable at this point. Every dollar and bucket of elbow grease you dump in that car it gets ten times more fun on the track.
I would buy the 2005 E55 AMG that I looked at today
Im disappointed no one said the 2004-2006 GTO
6-speed manual 400bhp, comfy seats 28mpg highway
Good choice
‘06 6M GTOs have gotten a little expensive haven’t they? Haven’t found a low mileage 6M GTO for under 18k in a while. 4-speed autos are easy to find around 10-15k though
Brandon they appear in less than ideal condition in 6mt for around that price range up in the northeast, depending on where you live prices do vary
"No drawbacks to a P2R Volvo"
The car is literally one giant drawback.
I recently had this choice and went with a BMW i3. They are a hoot to drive and absolutely plummet in value used. I got a 15 fully loaded with 40,000 mikes last year fir $17k. Today the same is worth 15. I got it to fit my family of 4. If I were looking for a fun car in the range I would be looking at a used ND MX-5 or an s2k.
i3?!
How do I get a "This can be red" T Shirt?
They were a limited run on the VINwiki store a few months back. I'll ask Ed if we have plans to bring them back.
The best thing in the Chevy dealers window is the reflection of my Porsche! 😎😎😎😎😄😄😄😄🇺🇸🇩🇪🍺🍺🍺
It came on as i was reading it haha
As a European person, I would say Renault 5 GT Turbo, sway bars and suspension, and you've got yourself a mountain pass weapon.
Why no wrx sti? They’re so fun, manual and have tons of aftermarket parts
G Simon theyre cool but not special
Three choices for me are
1. 97 OBS F350 7.3 (Diesel) & crew cab
2. 1972 Chevelle sedan
3. 2010 Silverado 1500 LT
... For The Horde, Jared.
Parts, Service and maintenance, Porsche, Mercedes, BMW are not you're friend in the parts department affordability wise. But performance wise they are slightly better. But those manufacturers charge you so much for parts and service. I got my 2005 CTS-V1 for 15k with headers and $1,500 corsa exhaust 40k miles. If you're considering one of the following in the video drive a CTSV1 2004 to 2007 you will not regret. I can average 20mpg if I'm a good boy.
I'm sick of recommendations of cars these people already bought. It's boring, biased, and uninteresting.
So don't watch😂
"These guys recommend this car but they've never bought one"
People gonna bitch either way.
Gotta say I wouldn't have thought of the Lancia, but it's a great option. Seriously underrated classic.
Bmw doesn't make V6's 😂
Yes. They do.
@@fastinradfordable They never make it to production though...
The 300 ZX was the most attractive of all the Z cars. I like a C5, or C6 with plans for a LT5 transplant later on down the road. The BMW M2 is a bit of a kids car, but lots of options and buildable. On the other hand if you just want to be happy with what you have the Boxster was a good choice. A lot of picks went to the M2000. I