stock car to choose

hjpan · 06-28-2008, 04:59 PM

I am planning to learn how to drift, but I do not have a car yet. As a college student, I am definitely starting out with a stock car but I do not know which type is suitable for future drifting.

I have the options:
Nissan 240sx
Mazda RX-7
Toyota Supra (old ones)
Acura Integra
Mitsubishi Eclipse

I am a noob to start with, but I want to work my way up. Ever since my girlfriend of one year four months left me, I have decided to chase a dream of drifting.

Thanks~

SjCiViCHB · 06-28-2008, 11:38 PM

Nissan 240sx - yes
Mazda RX-7 - yes
Toyota Supra (old ones) - yes
Acura Integra - no
Mitsubishi Eclipse - no

i would go with the 240.

ryans ®³ · 06-29-2008, 11:17 AM

240sx or add this one, 1986 Toyota Corolla GTS.

hjpan · 06-29-2008, 11:20 AM

thank you

I still need more ideas =]

ryans ®³ · 06-29-2008, 11:26 AM

The most fun I ever had drifting was a 1984 Porsche 944. If you can find one with a new timing belt, clutch and LSD that would be good.

ryans ®³ · 06-29-2008, 11:28 AM

Great Article to read.

Ninja`s Under $3K Terror of the Twisties Buildup

Jay · 06-29-2008, 04:17 PM

5.0 mustang...
cheep and tons of torque

XtremeModifier ®² · 06-29-2008, 05:41 PM

I second the corolla - also, add these to your list:

Datsun Z's (or any RWD decent performance Datsun)
Mazda RX7 I'd recommend the FC since they're lighter weight
Toyota MR2 would be neat to see drift - the older bodystyles

Basically, anything RWD with enough power to do a peel-out COULD drift, the main thing is you want something light weight with good weight balance and handling characteristics. Honestly, all of us here could spend all day long just listing out different cars, the main question is what is nearby, available, in your price range, and in the type of condition you're looking for.

tommyboy22 · 06-29-2008, 06:14 PM

i would go for 240sx or the mazda =D

hjpan · 06-29-2008, 06:27 PM

thanks guys

I am looking about 2k range

hjpan · 06-29-2008, 10:56 PM

Another question:

Should I get a stock car and slowly build it by myself (under supervision of auto-mechanic specialists)?

Cause there's couple tuned cars that I like which costs from 4k to 8k

ryans ®³ · 06-30-2008, 02:32 AM

a fixed up cars could be good and bad. someones already been beating on it, but then you never get what you put back into a car so you can get some good deals. look on CL and show us the ads, we'll let you know if it's good or not.

hjpan · 06-30-2008, 08:22 AM

thanks ryans =]

I'll look up some right now

Black Komet ®² · 06-30-2008, 11:46 AM

when your building up your car, remember to build up your skills as well. a fixed up car is nothing without a skilled driver. the more you fix up your car, the more skills needed to control your car.

hjpan · 06-30-2008, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black Komet

when your building up your car, remember to build up your skills as well. a fixed up car is nothing without a skilled driver. the more you fix up your car, the more skills needed to control your car.

I am planning to drive and get used to the stock car for about 1-2 years before moding =]

Jay · 06-30-2008, 05:34 PM

Local Auto X are a great place to learn about car controll.
http://www.sdsolo.com/

and don't just limit your self to Japanese cars.
American and Euros can drift just as well.

XtremeModifier ®² · 06-30-2008, 06:40 PM

True...

Solo 2 is a good place, imo, to learn controlled driving. Myself and other safety stewards will get a little ticked if you're appearing to intentionally drift the vehicle, especially if you're unskilled.

ryans ®³ · 07-01-2008, 02:28 AM

You guys brought up some great points. Autocross is the way to really learn your car. I thought I was the baddest driver in the world and I went out on my first Autox. I spun out! I was put in my place real quick.

Pretty cool site to check out for autox and ff cars.

http://u12thegrocerygetter.streetrac...g/custom2.html

hjpan · 07-01-2008, 09:25 AM

thanks ryans for helpful info

jussie · 07-01-2008, 10:13 AM

dont try and drift older british cars. they dont like going sideways. i blew my diff up this weekend D:

hjpan · 07-01-2008, 10:23 AM

alright jussie~

hjpan · 07-06-2008, 10:20 AM

CAR 1: Nissan 240sx
Engine
SR20DET Red Top with about 52,000 miles on it
New Water pump (recently Installed)
Walbro 255 Fuel pump
Nismo Thermostat
KOYO 2 Row aluminum Radiator w/ custom fan shroud
(2) dual flex puller Fans! (this car stays very cool. I mean really cool)
Apexi Air Filter
(2) Greddy Input pipes going to the turbo
Garret T28r Turbo from a spec-R S15
Taka Stainless steel lines for Turbo
Hybrid Intercooler –its bar and fin designed
HKS SSQ Blow off valve – relocated to intake side for better response
Greddy Intake Manifold
Nismo 555 Injectors
Phase2motortrend Rocker Arm Stoppers
Circuit sport Large oil catch can
Circuit Sport Lighten Pulley kit
Circuit Sport O2 exhaust housing fits perfect and doesn’t hit steering
Blitz 3 inch Downpipe
Hollowed out Cat (not a test pipe but a dummy cat)
HKS Hi-Power Exhaust system
ECU tune
Z34 maf

Drivetrain
(The drivetrain was set up as semi-race/drift spec)
BRAND NEW clutch master Cylinder (bought new from FRsports)
BRAND NEW slave cylinder (bought new from FRsports)
Earls Stainless steel Braided Clutch line (cutting out the extra slave)
BRAND NEW Pivot Fork
Nismo pivot stud
JUN lighten Fly wheel (I don’t see these around anymore)
Solid Hub 6-puck (un-sprung) clutch
State 3 ACT Pressure Plate
New throw out bearing
Running a S14 Gear box
Kaaz 2-Way LSD (limited slip differential)
5 bolt LSD HUBS
evo 8 wheel gold with 615 235/40/17 in the front and toyos RA1s 255/40/17 in the rear
Suspensions
K-sports Track edition coilovers
Circuit Sport Sub-Frame Spacers
TC sport line Tension Rods
Rear Cusco Strut Bar
S14 5-lug conversion on all 4 corners
300zx 26mm Front brake conversion
300ZX Brake Master Cylinder
Front and Rear brand new Hawk brake pads
All wheel well were grinded down where the tires might rub
Brembo Drilled and Slotted Brake for rear

Interior
Recaro Speed S Driver seat
Nissan Silvia S15 Passenger seat
Passenger Sparco 2in 4 point Harness
RARE personal Steering wheel that came off an old School Sentra SE-R that had a special edition wood grain interior. (HELLA RARE!!)
Sparco Hub Extension
NRG 2nd gen Quick release
In-dash CD MP3 player
Tomie Short Shifter w/ Tomie shifter
Autometer Boost Gauge

hjpan · 07-06-2008, 10:34 AM

Car 2: Nissan 300zx

Mileage: 108,000 (Has lots more life left on it)
Engine: V6 3.0 Liter Turbo (Very Strong, strong, and strong engine)
5-Speed Manual (Shifts perfect, no grinding)
Exterior: Pearl White (Stright Body, no dents, glossy paint)
Interior: Tan (Very clean)
HICUS system (All wheel steering)
Touring & Sport suspenion option (Sport is agressive corners)
Air Conditioning (Blows ice cold)
Heater (works)
Digital Climate Control
Single Compact Disc
AM/FM Stereo
Power Door Locks
Power Steering
Power Windows
Dual Power Seats
Cruise Control
Tilt Wheel
T-Top/Bar Roof w/original leather covers
Fog Lights
Cup holders
Front Stock Spolier
Rear Spolier
Leather Interior
Alloy Wheels
Huge Trunk Space
Good Brakes
Good Tires

In Addition:
1. Clarion Speaker (come stock with BOSE speakers, but have to upgrade for aftermarket CD player)
2. Turbo Timer (Keeps the car on after to cool turbos down, prolongs the turbo's life span)
3. Rebuilt Turbo's @ 90K (rebuilt them to decrease turbo lag, spool better, and increase power)
4. Water pump, timing belt, and all belts done @ 90K
5. Only Synthetic Oil used and changed on time
6. All service records available
7. Always been garage kept
8. NoN-Smoker
9. This car is called the Z32 in JAPAN
10. Original Z-key included (many people don't have theirs)
11. All new injectors (all 6 of them, restores throttle response and better gas mileage)

ryans ®³ · 07-06-2008, 12:14 PM

hard to tell if they are good deals without a price. go with the 240.

hjpan · 07-06-2008, 02:20 PM

240 is about 6k

300zx is 8k