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Hi guys,

This isn't about a skyline, but I thought I'd get some advice as I know everyone on here is an enthusiast. I was just wondering what car you guys reckon would be good for less than $30k? I was thinking a used 2001 MX-5 6 spd or a used SP20 (if I wanted to spend less than 25k)

Any thoughts on these cars? Any other suggestions are welcome too. I don't want to pay the insurance on a turbo and I can't get finance for an import so unfortunately it's locally delivered cars only and probably used as you can't anything decent for 30k new.

Thanks in advance!

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Hey guys,

Thanks for the opinions! I can get finance for an import but not with a residual (which is what I'd like) and I'd prefer a 2001 model car at least. I used to have an S15 but sold it as I needed to save my money to invest and I'm not looking at getting another car. The S15 was great but the insurance was still 3k (good price though) and at this stage I'd really like a car that is economical to own in terms of price, petrol and insurance.

It's taking a lot of discipline but if i stick to my guns i should be able to afford a car that I really want in no time. Like a 350Z maybe :D

The reason I said SP20 is that I can pick one up for around 22k even and insure it cheaply. The MX-5 will cost a few k more but it seems like more fun. It's not practical but all my friends have their own cars and I don't often drive heaps of ppl around.

I'll have a think about it as I'm not buying until June. Thanks for your opinions!

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