This is an incredibly depressing post to write, but mainly because of cost concerns, I need to downgrade from my G. As a performance enthusiast, I wanted your advice on what I should go for that wouldn't leave me feeling too emasculated

I currently pay $350 a month for my G in car payments, and obviously the maintenance has its costs that are not insignificant. I want to pay significantly less, but still have a decent car. It doesn't need to be as fast or handle as well, but I wondered if you all think that there are other good values out there...

eg. Civic Si
RSX
Integra
VW GTi
Pontiac G6
Mazda 3
s2000
etc.

Any ideas on what would allow me to save a significant amount of money wouldn't be a HUGE disappointment?

 

VW for sure... but maintenance is killer

 

Mazda maybe a way to go!

 

i've always like the new 8th gen accord coupes that just recently came out.

 

s2k all the way

 

Get a RSX Type-S. very reliable and fun to drive. with minor mods you can spank some G35s too lololol

 

a good S2k in good condition is still going to be pricey!

 

I had an 03 Grand prix GTP with the Eaton supercharger... fun car and had some nice options like a heads up display, leather interior etc..

 

Noice... i loved my Mum's Grand Prix.... Great car.... Now she drives a Nissan Rogue... i love that!

 

I preferred s2k, but an rsx will be good for winter just around the corner.

 

you looking for new or used? Toyota and Honda have pretty good deals going on right now

 

Dont wanna come off as rude but....

$350 a month really isnt bad.

You should be looking at over all price vs monthly price, but if you can only afford so much a month....why not refinance the G for 48 months or more?

If its come down to you just plain out selling it.

I like the Civic SI myself

 

Horrible idea. My Jetta was the worst car I had ever owned. Full POS.

I would say the following:
Mazda6
Mazdaspeed3
Honda Accord
Nissan Altima
Acura RSX
Hyundai Genesis Coupe

 

GET THE RSX !! my bro has one and it is VERY reliable. Not to mention he gets 30+ MPG

 

agree.. if you finance any of those cars.. you'll be hitting $350/month..

unless you are going to pay cash.. you might not have much financial gain by selling the G.. the resale values on G's are not that great.. so if you like the G that much.. i wouldn't "downgrade" to a car that you don't really like.. (for the sake of saving $$$)..

$350/month is not that much $$.. you might wanna re-budget, or reconsider the class of the car you are driving.. maybe a civic is a better match? those have leases at $150~