If you downgraded what would you get?
07-30-17, 11:57 AM
#20
Sell your car to yourself for a great deal at 20k 
Truthfully, this post doesn't make too much sense: Realistically you are looking at the 20-25k range to get something decent. Then, add on taxes etc, and the fact that it seems most used cars are sold when they are about to need tires and brakes, and all of a sudden you are in the 25-30k range which is more than your current car.
And, even if you own your car outright, sell it for 25k, buy a cheap car at 15k, how far is that 10k really going to get you?
How much do you owe on your car or is the title clear?
Truthfully, this post doesn't make too much sense: Realistically you are looking at the 20-25k range to get something decent. Then, add on taxes etc, and the fact that it seems most used cars are sold when they are about to need tires and brakes, and all of a sudden you are in the 25-30k range which is more than your current car.
And, even if you own your car outright, sell it for 25k, buy a cheap car at 15k, how far is that 10k really going to get you?
How much do you owe on your car or is the title clear?
Last edited by Jz39; 07-30-17 at 12:03 PM.
07-30-17, 04:40 PM
#21
Sell your car to yourself for a great deal at 20k
Truthfully, this post doesn't make too much sense: Realistically you are looking at the 20-25k range to get something decent. Then, add on taxes etc, and the fact that it seems most used cars are sold when they are about to need tires and brakes, and all of a sudden you are in the 25-30k range which is more than your current car.
And, even if you own your car outright, sell it for 25k, buy a cheap car at 15k, how far is that 10k really going to get you?
How much do you owe on your car or is the title clear?
Truthfully, this post doesn't make too much sense: Realistically you are looking at the 20-25k range to get something decent. Then, add on taxes etc, and the fact that it seems most used cars are sold when they are about to need tires and brakes, and all of a sudden you are in the 25-30k range which is more than your current car.
And, even if you own your car outright, sell it for 25k, buy a cheap car at 15k, how far is that 10k really going to get you?
How much do you owe on your car or is the title clear?
V.
07-30-17, 05:05 PM
#22
Sell your car to yourself for a great deal at 20k
Truthfully, this post doesn't make too much sense: Realistically you are looking at the 20-25k range to get something decent. Then, add on taxes etc, and the fact that it seems most used cars are sold when they are about to need tires and brakes, and all of a sudden you are in the 25-30k range which is more than your current car.
And, even if you own your car outright, sell it for 25k, buy a cheap car at 15k, how far is that 10k really going to get you?
How much do you owe on your car or is the title clear?
Truthfully, this post doesn't make too much sense: Realistically you are looking at the 20-25k range to get something decent. Then, add on taxes etc, and the fact that it seems most used cars are sold when they are about to need tires and brakes, and all of a sudden you are in the 25-30k range which is more than your current car.
And, even if you own your car outright, sell it for 25k, buy a cheap car at 15k, how far is that 10k really going to get you?
How much do you owe on your car or is the title clear?
07-30-17, 08:06 PM
#23
Given the OP's comment of, "Based on my driving style and the amount of tires i go through its not possible for me to keep it if im being realistic." I think he is looking for something that requires less in yearly maintenance over the long run (gas, tires, oil, repairs, etc). If he is looking to get a downgraded car that is as close to an ISF as possible, then yeah I agree with you... there is no point because the small savings isn't going to mean much. However, if he is going to get a well maintained, 2-3 year old used Civic, Corolla, etc. then the savings in the short term and, more importantly, the long term could add up and help him reach his goals.
Sounds more like OP jumped in over his head buying the car before he was truly ready. I guess it happens.....but good luck finding something NEARLY as enjoyable/nice/fast/reliable and quite honestly cheap to maintain as the isf in it's price range.
V.
07-30-17, 08:33 PM
#24
I could not image myself going from an ISF as my only car to a Corolla as my only car.....
Sounds more like OP jumped in over his head buying the car before he was truly ready. I guess it happens.....but good luck finding something NEARLY as enjoyable/nice/fast/reliable and quite honestly cheap to maintain as the isf in it's price range.
V.
Sounds more like OP jumped in over his head buying the car before he was truly ready. I guess it happens.....but good luck finding something NEARLY as enjoyable/nice/fast/reliable and quite honestly cheap to maintain as the isf in it's price range.
V.
07-31-17, 10:35 AM
#25
Honestly, if I knew I couldn't afford the car, maintenance, or associated costs of the IS F, I'd have to really look into something more practical and a bit more common. I know some who've needed to downgrade from the F because of financial instability, and I think their owning up to that reality is a lot more important than having a car that's fast and enjoyable. Yes, we have to love what we drive, especially if we're in traffic constantly and/or the commute is for a good while. That being said, if $25k was my upper-most limit, I'd probably take the Corolla/Civic route and leave it at that. It won't be as enjoyable, though they both take curves pretty well, but at least I would be in a financially stable place, and that's way more important in the long run.
Truth be told, cost of ownership is something that should be addressed before purchasing any car. Even though there's a sticker on the car that says how much a certain one may cost over a 5 year stretch, it's good to really research and see a solid estimate on how much others are spending to maintain the vehicle.
Truth be told, cost of ownership is something that should be addressed before purchasing any car. Even though there's a sticker on the car that says how much a certain one may cost over a 5 year stretch, it's good to really research and see a solid estimate on how much others are spending to maintain the vehicle.
08-01-17, 10:43 AM
#29
I could not image myself going from an ISF as my only car to a Corolla as my only car.....
Sounds more like OP jumped in over his head buying the car before he was truly ready. I guess it happens.....but good luck finding something NEARLY as enjoyable/nice/fast/reliable and quite honestly cheap to maintain as the isf in it's price range.
V.
Sounds more like OP jumped in over his head buying the car before he was truly ready. I guess it happens.....but good luck finding something NEARLY as enjoyable/nice/fast/reliable and quite honestly cheap to maintain as the isf in it's price range.
V.
08-01-17, 11:39 AM
#30
If you have to downgrade, maybe a G37S? Still kinda quick, great handling dynamics, has a LSD. I had one before my ISF. No question it's not as fast or quite as nice, but for half the price, they aren't bad at all. If I had to downgrade, I'd consider one.