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S13: Hatch/Fastback v. Coupe

Old Dec 9, 2005 | 05:13 AM
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Which one has more Nawz???

No, honestly, I prefer the coupes. The hatchbacks look kinda ricey IMHO and I see too many of them around here that deserve to be crushed. (BIG nissan symbol on every window and 12" exaust)

But for you I'd say do a little research on each, there are relativly few (I didn't say none) differences between the 2 besides cosmetics.

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Old Dec 9, 2005 | 02:01 PM
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i have a fastback... and i love it i really think u can't go wrong with either isnt' this the umptienthmillagigasecondth time this has been covered? it's really personal pref. no but for serious dawg i think u can purge better with the coupe *rollseyes*
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 02:07 PM
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perhaps you meant silvia?
yeah, it was implied, i mean flip ups would be on the car already if it was left untouched
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 03:51 PM
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The reason I first asked this question was because I found 2 240s
~One was a Coupe with SR for 7,000
~The second was the hatch but the KA is gone already and its still 2,000

The like the hatch better but I think its a little too pricey for the fact that theres no engine in it. And the Coupe looks really good too and it has an SR already, But the Coupe has a few dents, needs another paint job, and I really want to try to get the SR on myself... So I just couldn't decide which I should get.

S13 240, and 12rine I have a lotta respect for you guys, so I don't wanna sound like a dumbass. But its all I could think about lately so I just figure that people telling me which they like better would help me decided.
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 04:02 PM
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I personally prefer the fastback .. however i love coupes too.

I would go with that coupe dude, sounds like a way better deal. IF you don't know anything about engines and/or tuning.

However, if you get the fastback, that would save 5,000. with that money you could buy a Ka24de, turbo it, and then still have some extra to dick around with. You'd also be making more power, and torque with the Ka-T.

You could get more power, and better looks with the fastback/ Ka-T combo, however it is your choice.
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 06:40 PM
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$2000 would be overpriced for a car w/ a motor, and $7000 is very expensive too
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 09:32 PM
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Originally posted by silviaks2nr
$2000 would be overpriced for a car w/ a motor, and $7000 is very expensive too
Old Dec 9, 2005 | 11:55 PM
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I do know that the 240s are overpriced but I'm in desprate need of a car... I was slowly looking for one for a while now and these 2 are the best that I've found... I mean its quite sad that I need to ask my girlfriend's mom to take me to work...
Old Dec 10, 2005 | 12:01 AM
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Originally posted by GearShifter240
I do know that the 240s are overpriced but I'm in desprate need of a car... I was slowly looking for one for a while now and these 2 are the best that I've found... I mean its quite sad that I need to ask my girlfriend's mom to take me to work...
Why not just get an (87-88) s12se with a VG30e in it. especially if you are tight on money. The s12 is cool and affordable, rear wheel drive and super light chassis......
Old Dec 10, 2005 | 03:31 PM
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I have been thinking about getting a coupe to go with my fastback, keeping it ka maybe turboing it or something. How can you choose just one?
Old Dec 10, 2005 | 10:24 PM
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Personally I think both the Coupe and the Hatchback are sexy in their own right...it also depends what/how u dress it up.
I would definitely take a closer look at both cars because you can never be too sure whats going on with the car.

The Coupe with the SR20 for $7000...find out where he got the swap done (professionally or in his garage with buddies drinking beer). There could be problems with the engine, internals, so many things could be wrong with it. Personally I would rather buy a cheap car with a burnt out engine and buy the SR20 and have it installed by someone I know and trust. That way I know for sure whats in the car and the condition of it. Ever heard of buying a lemon? Be even more careful when buying a car with engine swaps, custom work etc etc

The Hatchback for $2000 with burnt engine...thats way too much unless it comes with performance exhaust, performance suspension, or rims and tires, bucket seats etc etc.

Personally, decide what you want out of it. I like both cars but personally because I do drive alot and play sports and go camping/cottaging, mountain biking I would choose the Hatchback because you got lots of space back there to haul stuff.
Good luck and I'm sure either way your not going to be disappointed in either car....you get out of it what you put into it, right? Cheers!
Old Dec 11, 2005 | 10:35 AM
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given your options, talk the FB guy down to $1500 (assuming the shell is in GOOD condition) and call it a day. Otherwise, where are you located? Seriously both those options do not sound like they are worth it. Can you get pics? Depending on your location, if you search enough you should be able to find a better deal... honestly I see 240 hatches for sale like everywhere [or relatively close].
Old Dec 11, 2005 | 11:36 AM
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No s13chassis is worth $7000 with an RB, SR or KA-t. The chassis is older and not as rigid as it use to be unless the person also built up the frame a bit. IMO I wouldn't pay over $4000 for a well maintained s13 turboed or not.
If the other s13 has a fried engine tell the seller $1000, or he can shove the car up his A$$.
Old Dec 11, 2005 | 12:07 PM
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I like the coupe, I like all styles of cars including mucsle cars, i like how the coupe looks a lil more old school with a silvia conversion, which is why i got mine the way i have it.
Old Dec 11, 2005 | 12:23 PM
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YEah coupes look great with the halogen lamps.

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