FBCarGuys - Which "hot hatch" would you buy? (1 Viewer)

[Apes with Guns]

Say you were going through a mid-life crisis, but were too poor to buy a typical mid-life crisis car. Perhaps you had your head turned by a smart little hatchback that was quick and fun to drive.

Taking into account the last four years, and a $40k budget, how would you answer the following questions?

Which hot hatches would be in your top 10 to test drive?

Which hot hatch would likely be your final choice?

I don't like the term hot hatch, but it helps classify the type of car my friend is looking for.

 

[kevzilla]

You can get a VW Golf R for that kind of money. Crisis averted.

 

[Worm]

WRX STI.

Unless you care about "brand" impressions, then used 335i or G37s (i realize those aren't hatches, but...).

But you aren't going to have more fun than a STI imo.

 

[MikeIke]

WRX STI.

Unless you care about "brand" impressions, then used 335i or G37s (i realize those aren't hatches, but...).

But you aren't going to have more fun than a STI imo.

There's your answer right there.

 

[Apes with Guns]

thanks! Any thoughts on the Focus ST?

and for the WRX STI, is there any one year that was better than another?

 

[Worm]

thanks! Any thoughts on the Focus ST?

and for the WRX STI, is there any one year that was better than another?

I like the Focus ST as well, and it's gotten pretty darn good reviews. From a car enthusiast point of view, I think the front wheel drive is it's major detraction.

You can't go wrong with the STI from any of the last few years. The WRX got a big boost between 2007 and 2008, but if you get a WRX you can just get a brand new one for <$30k. Even a brand new STI is in your budget.

 

[Steed]

Check out the Volvo c30 turbo5

 

[Apes with Guns]

thanks! Any thoughts on the Focus ST?

and for the WRX STI, is there any one year that was better than another?

I like the Focus ST as well, and it's gotten pretty darn good reviews. From a car enthusiast point of view, I think the front wheel drive is it's major detraction.

You can't go wrong with the STI from any of the last few years. The WRX got a big boost between 2007 and 2008, but if you get a WRX you can just get a brand new one for <$30k. Even a brand new STI is in your budget.

thanks worm! my neighbor across the street bought a beautiful red Focus ST for his kid, and every morning I see it and it makes me happy, but it sounds like the STI is really what I'm looking for. I should make sure to tool it up and look like a complete old wanna-be.

 

[Apes with Guns]

Check out the Volvo c30 turbo5

i just found one for $17k. can you tell me a bit more, if you have any personal experience?

edit: maybe not turbo. but I like the style.

 

[36th Chamber]

Audi S3

 

[Foosball God]

Never been a fan of Volvo's myself. I would second the WRX STI suggestion.