Modular Cal
Senior Member
My list does shift around a bit. The Elantra does move in and out of the top list. We had one show up at our region's monthly autocross and it looked pretty good out there. I didn't have the opportunity to drive one, however, so I can't gage it fully. I like the Si a lot, but it just needs more of...idk...something. I can't quite put my finger on it. It's possibly the fact that the Type R exists which "diminishes" it somehow? I did like the 2 door Si from the previous generation as it added a bit of uniqueness.There's no way you could've predicted the market turn when you passed on the 2019 Type R. Also, I wasn't really interested in SGP when there was one available locally. The recent pics threads of the FL5 have me looking at SGP a bit more seriously.
On your list, the Civic Si, Elantra N, and GR Corolla would probably top my list. They've each got their shortcomings, but all are acceptable to me, on paper at least
I somewhat predicted the market actually (in an odd way). I have a habit of passing up a good deal on a car, then prices for those suddenly skyrocketing a couple years later.
- 1st gen NSX for $20k
- 930 Porsche for $35
- Viper GTS for $27
I'm not listing any more as it's a bit heartbreaking. They were all low miles and in fantastic shape. I always passed on them because I was trying to be responsible and not spend "so much money for a toy" at the time. My wife (who is epitome of responsible, especially with money) even gave me an ultimatum: "The next time you get the inclination about a car, just buy it!" Not even in terms of making a (possible) profit off of them a few years down the line, but just being able to afford the darned thing and enjoy them.
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