some good news and some bad news 5at - 6mt?
Walking The Fine Line...
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 19,883
Likes: 128
From: The Lounge
Originally Posted by GBousis
Well the reason why I did get my car is not only because my parents have money. Yeah they might, but thats only because of God and the hard work my parents went through as they raised me and my siblings. Well, I had to get good grades, stay out of trouble and respect my parents a lot to get my car. And I still do to this day, because I respect everything they have done for me and all the sacrifices they have made. Thats why I dont drink and I dont smoke, because I would feel bad if I did anything to hurt them. Well, besides that this isnt a lecture, yeah my uncle knew we were taking his car. But he didnt know it was my first time haha, I guess everyone does some dumb things when they are young, but at least its better than doing other stupid things like others do or did growing up. But, at least I got the hang of it and stuff, and I was pretty darn proud, I just dont know why people always gotta bash other people about stories they share in a friendly way. I thought it was pretty cool because it was an accomplishment, you dont hear me bashing you do you?
This sounds like a good attitude to me.
If you want to go with a stick, it doesn't hurt to ask. Make a deal - work part time to help pay the difference or something.
You're a lucky guy to have such a great car at such a young age - I just got mine and I'm over 40 LOL. I don't hold it against you - sounds like you respect it and your folks - can't ask for more than that.
Obsessive Owner
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 757
Likes: 0
From: Cape Cod, Massachussetts
Originally Posted by GeeWillikers
This sounds like a good attitude to me.
If you want to go with a stick, it doesn't hurt to ask. Make a deal - work part time to help pay the difference or something.
You're a lucky guy to have such a great car at such a young age - I just got mine and I'm over 40 LOL. I don't hold it against you - sounds like you respect it and your folks - can't ask for more than that.
If you want to go with a stick, it doesn't hurt to ask. Make a deal - work part time to help pay the difference or something.
You're a lucky guy to have such a great car at such a young age - I just got mine and I'm over 40 LOL. I don't hold it against you - sounds like you respect it and your folks - can't ask for more than that.
Originally Posted by D87
Make sure you can parallel park with a stick, because on a hill it can get tricky (and there are lots of hills here in SF). Also keep in mind that you'll be putting in more effort with a stick, rather than just putting it in Drive and moving. Lastly, the clutch will have to get replaced periodically as it wears out, compared to the relatively low maintenance of an automatic. Hope this helps! 
Man, am I the only one that actually attempted to answer this guy's question about the trannies??!? You guys are harsh, please don't be judgmental, God gives everyone different situations in life. You just have to remember to take responsibility for the gifts he gives.
Anyone else find it crazy that kids these days get rewarded so nicely for not doing crap they really shouldn't be doing in the first place 
All I can say is be happy with what you have and consider yourself terribly lucky. If you want a stick, buy it yourself. You're 18 and an adult now.
All I can say is be happy with what you have and consider yourself terribly lucky. If you want a stick, buy it yourself. You're 18 and an adult now.
everyone needs to stop hating on GB..............let him do what he wants to do without anyone giving him shi t for it. What kind of car was ur cousins dad's??? i want to learn how to drive stick also......
man you are a lucky.. i graduated high school early, and i wanted a g35 when i was 16 but my parents did not get me one. now im 18, and i work hard to get a g35, im goin into the dealer tommorrow and getting one. i work 12 hours a day 6 days a week and i have 2 jobs condersider yourself lucky. if you can work sumding out with your parents that would be great, if not a automatic is not that bad.. i mean you can eat and stuff when you are driving.. just becareful when you are driving..
Just answer the damn guys question and stop crying because you didn't have one when you were 16. I didn't, I'm happy for the guy (not kid) wish I had that cool of a car when I was in Highschool.
I'd stick with what you have, I've always eyed 6MT, but in the end game, as long as your not racing, (which I hope you aren't street racing) stick with your decked out AT, Trust me.
If you want to shift, Tiptronic it out.
I'd stick with what you have, I've always eyed 6MT, but in the end game, as long as your not racing, (which I hope you aren't street racing) stick with your decked out AT, Trust me.
If you want to shift, Tiptronic it out.
Charter Member Florida G35 Club
Joined: Dec 2004
Posts: 803
Likes: 1
From: Orlando, Fl
Originally Posted by clemens9
Oh ok, so they would only lose 5k rather than 10k. Your car is an 03, so anything else you trade it in on will be worth either as much or more, so you will take at least a 5k hit on an 03 to 03 trade (Dealerships are in business to make money, they will not just trade one car for another).
I don't think they would be losing any money at all, if he had the car for 3 years the principle should be pretty low....probably around $15k, the dealership would atleast give him $24, no?
and some of you need to give this kid a break, cause he def seems kinda humble, and just wants an honest answer.
I'm 23 and i bought the car myself, just lucky enough to have a job that pays very well. but any1 of us would love a FREE G35.
BTW if u do trade it in, make sure you get an 05 or 06, you def dont wanna miss out on the projectors that are gonna be in the 06, so you have some time to kiss a lot of a$$ or work hard and save up
I'm 23 and i bought the car myself, just lucky enough to have a job that pays very well. but any1 of us would love a FREE G35.
BTW if u do trade it in, make sure you get an 05 or 06, you def dont wanna miss out on the projectors that are gonna be in the 06, so you have some time to kiss a lot of a$$ or work hard and save up
Registered User
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,921
Likes: 3
From: OC
Originally Posted by Jiwon
Would you be happy if someone takes your car and stall it more than 5 times?
If you care about your car, so as other people.
If you care about your car, so as other people.
Also, yes, if i let someone take my car knowing that thye might stall it 5 times i wouldnt mind, since i let them.
Registered User
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 1,921
Likes: 3
From: OC
Originally Posted by creationG
if you really want to trade cars, you should be the one paying the difference, not your parents. get a job, make the money, and i don't see a problem with it. otherwise keep your car. you already have an exceptionally sweet car at a young age, be very thankful for that. most ppl drive crap cars at that time in life.
Why does everyone feel like they need to tell him how his family should manage their finances and spend their money?
Leave the guy alone, this post has nothing to do with that and i think all of you need to quit hating on him becaues his family is loaded and yours isn't.
Registered User
Joined: Mar 2005
Posts: 154
Likes: 0
Originally Posted by mc2
Why? Why should he do anything? What if his parents grow money on trees? What if they wipe their a$$ with money? Then why should he pay the difference?
Why does everyone feel like they need to tell him how his family should manage their finances and spend their money?
Leave the guy alone, this post has nothing to do with that and i think all of you need to quit hating on him becaues his family is loaded and yours isn't.
Why does everyone feel like they need to tell him how his family should manage their finances and spend their money?
Leave the guy alone, this post has nothing to do with that and i think all of you need to quit hating on him becaues his family is loaded and yours isn't.
"What do you guys think about it, and what ideas do you have for talking to my dad about possibly trading in my car. Or do you guys think I should stick with what I have and possibly get a stick car for my next one! Thanks guys."
Last edited by clemens9; Jun 26, 2005 at 10:31 AM.
Originally Posted by DaveB
Anyone else find it crazy that kids these days get rewarded so nicely for not doing crap they really shouldn't be doing in the first place
All I can say is be happy with what you have and consider yourself terribly lucky. If you want a stick, buy it yourself. You're 18 and an adult now.
All I can say is be happy with what you have and consider yourself terribly lucky. If you want a stick, buy it yourself. You're 18 and an adult now.
Registered User
Joined: Jun 2004
Posts: 296
Likes: 0
From: Bergen County NJ
why does every topic have to end up being some overemotional b.s. abt earning ur car and kids driving our car, and blah blah blah. how about we just talk abt our cars and not dumbass snobby kids that get the car from mommy and daddy?