Replacing The Altezza

Off Topic My Ride
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So, I’m planing to replace my Altezza soon, and I am currently looking at alternatives.

My Current Shortlist is

  • Honda Civic EK9 Type R (Seen one Local, but is ND$9,000)

  • Nissan 240sx/180sx S13 Hatch. (Not many local, but some around country)

  • Nissan S14/S15 (Many Local)

  • Peugeot of some kind (many Local)

  • Subaru Impreza. (far too many Local)

My Current budget, looking at similar Altezza’s to mine, is ~NZ$7,000, but it may be more or less depending on the state of my car, and how much I get from working (Once I pick up a job)

I was wondering if any of you guys had any alternatives that are cheap and reliable, and Manual.

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hmm… idk, all i know is i’d like to know were u live, because we only have the subaru here, and even that is a rare sight

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I live in Christchurch, New Zealand.

Similar Vehicles to Australia, but many Japan-limited vehicles.

Also, is very easy to get a car from anywhere in the country. 2-3 day trip from top to bottom, so about 2-2.5 day trip to Auckland from Christchurch. VERY easy to transport cars.

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Out of what you’ve said I’d say S15, because look at it.

Otherwise the Impreza, or if I was being biased how much are Celica GT4s going for?

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Personally i choose EK9! :wink:

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NA Nissan 300zx z32 is in your price range, not sure if that’s to big for you though.

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[quote=“adamd”]Out of what you’ve said I’d say S15, because look at it.

Otherwise the Impreza, or if I was being biased how much are Celica GT4s going for?[/quote]

Gt4’s are going for around 8-11k, so the cheaper (But not so good ones) are in my price range.

The main issue with the 300zx is that it is a little too big for me, as it’s around the same length and width as my Altezza, and she’s a bit too big for a student.

Also, Extra note, I don’t really want to have to go over 10k.
So that EK9 is very near my maximum.

Another Extra note, It needs to be somewhat usable for a student, but still be cool for a petrolhead like me.

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Well honestly I’m a Toyota fanboy, so if you want smaller how about a sivertop 4age sprinter touch.trademe.co.nz/motors/list … 1011579441

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Interesting, that’s jumping onto the shortlist for sure.

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Or the newer one with sportier looks, lighter weight, and more power.
touch.trademe.co.nz/motors/list … 1018668127
That one’s automatic, but if you can find a manual you would be buying one of my dream rides.

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How Ironic is this, I also live in New Zealand (Auckland) and my family also has a Altezza

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Can’t praise the 4AGE engine enough, have had 2 MR2 mk1 with that, and the feel of that engine is fantastic. Yes, it is a bit underpowered on the straights compared to the s14/15 but the response when in turns is beoynd great, it’s fantastic! You could also have a look at a MR2 mk2 ofc, great handling on those!

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If you go for a silvertop Sprinter, I will be extremely jealous. It’s a car I have always, always wanted to try out.

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Toyota Cavalier! :laughing: :laughing:

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It is Japan Exclusive, after all! If you disregard the countless Cavaliers with nothing more than a different badge and the steering wheel being on the other side that are kept running by those who hate cars here in the states…