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18 Cheap Cars to Build Fast (Part 3)

This is part 3 of 18 Cheap Cars to Build Fast, click here to read part 1: 18 Cheap Cars to Build Fast and here to read 18 Cheap Cars to Build Fast (Part 2).

12. Toyota MR2 (1989-1999)

The Toyota MR2 comes with a turbocharged 2.0L 3S-GTE engine giving 218 hp. It is available in both manual and automatic transmission. It is not a joke to say that you can now buy one for just $2,000 dollars or less. With another $1,000-$2,000, perhaps you can build the car engine to have at least 230 horsepower which is not bad.

13. Toyota Supra (1992-2002)

Without doubt, the Toyota Supra is a scary car. Scary in terms of the exterior look and the “push-you-to-the-seat” power. The Supra is a legend otherwise it won’t be the Fast and Furious cars. As it is the legend, it costs at least $18,000-$20,000 to own the last model which is 1998. The Supra could achieve 0-60 mph in just 4.6 seconds with a top speed of 285 km/h (177 mph). This is impressive, exciting, and WOW! You can only buy this car if you are ready to handle the Toyota 2JZ-GTE Twin-turbo 320 horsepower engine.

14. Mazda RX-7 (1990 – 1995)

Any RX-7 models from 1990 to 1995 will give you the “Swoooooosh” feeling you want in a fast car. This car is powered by a 1.3-liter twin-turbocharged rotary engine that pushes 255 horsepower and 217 pound-feet of torque. There are at least 10 reliable modifications you can do to this car to soup up the power. It can easily hit 400 horsepower if the tuning is right. Cat back, downpipe, intake, boost controller, aluminium ask tank, ECU upgrade, and high flow CAT are a few modifications done by most RX-7 fans.

15. Ford Mustang

Below $5,000, you can get a 10 year-old Ford Mustang. Any generation is great to build up because the parts is inexpensive in the United States. Hatchback, coupe, or convertible, the choice is in your hand. With few hundred dollars spent, you can add at least 15-20hp to a Ford Mustang, making it one of the best cars to build fast cheaply.

16. Chevrolet Corvette C4 (1984 – 1996)

With the price range of $4,000 to $8,000, you can get a Chevrolet Corvette C4 that has a fat V8 engine putting out 250 hp. If you want a fatter V8, go for the Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1 (1990-1995) which has a 375 hp engine under the hood. Youtube around and you will see people have tuned Chevrolet Corvettes to make more than 800 hp.

17. Nissan Skyline GT-R

There are many things to be mentioned when it comes to a Nissan Skyline GT-R. The latest GT-R is already fast enough directly from the Nissan factory but you can make it even faster with a few simple tuning. It is not surprised to see many Nissan fans tuned the GT-R to make more than 1,000 hp. There are many videos on the internet showing how a Nissan GT-R overtakes many popular sports cars such as Ferrari and Lamborghini.

18. Classic Mini Cooper (1959 – 2000)

Nobody is kidding when the classic Mini Cooper is placed into this list. The Mr. Bean’s Mini doesn’t has a high horsepower under the hood and it doesn’t has an exotic exterior too. However, it gives you the fun you wish – go-kart handling and adequate amount of power. In the UK, you can get one for less than 1,000 pound and rebuilt it to a fast car with Honda’s B18C Vtec engine. There are many things you can modify to get at least 150 hp too if you would like to go for Mini’s engine.

Do you know any other cheap cars to build fast? Please leave us a message if you have something in mind.

March 25, 2016
Design Your Own Custom Cars

Thanks to the advanced technology we have, you can now design your own custom cars online for free. You can do this as many times as you want because there is no restrictions. It is free all the time and it is free to customize your own car in any way you want from car body to wheel to interior. Few decades ago, you need to put the wheel you want to buy beside your car to see if it is nice. Today, you can do this with just a click using all the free online customization programs.

Websites to Design Your Own Custom Cars Online

When the internet became popular, a lot of popular car brands revamp their websites to allow their customers to design or customize a car before buying it. You can do it with your computer or smartphones without any advanced computer knowledge. Check this out.

MINI

Whether you are attracted to the MINI Cooper, MINI Countryman, MINI Paceman or MINI Roadster, you can always Build and Price a MINI. MINI has the most interesting package when it comes to customize your own car. There are over 10 million possible combinations when you are building a MINI. Generally, you can add fog lights, LED headlights, panoramic sunroof, bonnet stripes, audio systems and many other accessories to the car. Once you are done, you can view the front, back and interior of the custom MINI you build with just a click.

Toyota

Being one of the top car makers in the world, Toyota USA offers its customers to Build Your Toyota. You can configure the transmission type, engine variants, exterior colors, paint job, and interior colors before buying a Toyota.

Porsche

Been dreaming to own a custom Porsche? Try the Porsche Car Configurator online. From Porsche Boxster to Cayman to 911 to Panamera, you can customize your very own Porsche. It is very interesting to try the Porsche Car Configurator because you can select almost anything you want for your car, for example, interior leather, Alcantara or Carbon Fiber.

Chevrolet

You can build your own Chevrolet before placing an order with the company. Start your customization by selecting the Chevrolet model you want. From there, you can select the trim, colors, wheels, options and extra accessories for your Chevrolet. It is a must to build your own Chevrolet if you are looking to design your own custom cars.

Mercedes-Benz

Mercedes-Benz offers you a chance to Build You Own G-Class, E-Class, S-Class, C-Class, B-Class, CLA, CLS, GLA, GLK, GLE, GL, SLK and the Mercedes-AMG GT S. The online program allowed you to select the exterior color of the car, the interior material for the car seats and dashboard, as well as extra options. It is a fun thing to do because the sample image will change according to what you select in the control panel.

Ford

If you are buying a Ford, you can customize it with Ford Vehicle Showroom. There are different types of Ford cars you can customize and the Ford Mustang is one of the most interesting because it comes with many choices such as paint color, custom wheels, interior material, powertrain, extra equipment and accessories. The online customization programs also allow you to view the car in 360 degree.

Honda

Just like other major car makers, Honda also has a Build Your Own Honda page. It is a heaven for Honda fans to design your own car even you have bought one. You can customize your car online and see if it is worth to add the emblems or decals you have been dreaming all the while. Since it is free, why not? For a certain period of time, Honda offers their fans to design your own custom cars wrap too.

September 8, 2015
Top 10 Cool Girl Cars

Ladies, l-l-ladies, baby, honey, tell me where you get these cool girl cars? Being a teenage girl, it is a must to get a cool car that suits your look, your age, and your needs. There are so many types of cars out there and you don’t want to drive a car that makes you look ugly. Drive a cool car that makes you look as good as in bikini. If you have no idea of what the cool girl cars are, starts with the list below. On the other hand, you should read our car buying guide too. It is a ten-step guide that will lead you to buy the right car for your life.

Top 10 Cool Girl Cars Attract Ladies

Girls are very particular to everything they own. According to our research, a girl wants everything look good from her head to her toe including the car she drives. Take a look at the street in New York, London, or Morocco, you will see many girls are driving small cars with top interior comforts such as nice leather seats and beautiful dashboard.

1. MINI Cooper

Regardless of hatchback, convertible, coupe or crossover, girls love the MINI Cooper because of its appealing. The MINI Cooper has a fuel economy rating of 29/40 mpg, making it one of the best gas mileage cars available today. Do you know that the pop star Britney Spears and Kristen Stewart are also driving a MINI?

2. Volkswagen Beetle

The Volkswagen Beetle has an aggressive look. It’s like a giant turtle running on the road. Inside the car, it features flower vase, vertical windshield, and a color-keyed dash that looks very cute to ladies.

3. Audi TT

The newest Audi TT is so beautiful and highly distinctive. Uniqueness is one big consideration for women when it comes to buying a new car. Furthermore, the Audi TT features all-wheel drive with a very reasonable fuel economy of 23/30 mpg. Gal Gadot and Kate Gosselin are two sexy girls that drive Audi TT.

4. Mazda MX-5 Miata

The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a little convertible with sports car look. This car accelerates with an inspiring roar from its 167 horsepower four-cylinder engine. It is capable to sprint from 0 to 60 mph in just 6.8 seconds. Girls will fall in love with the speed for sure.

5. Toyota Prius

People love the Toyota Prius because it has a space-efficient body with roomy backseat and cargo area. It also gives the owners an outstanding fuel economy of 51/48 mpg. The price tag of a brand new Toyota Prius starts from just $23,000, making it one of the best-selling cars in the United States. Do you know that Cameron Diaz owns a Prius too?

6. Chevrolet Sonic

The Chevrolet Sonic is one of the cutest car you can buy in the United States. It is small but it is powerful. There are two types of engines for the Sonic – the sporty Ecotec 1.4L turbo or the Ecotec 1.8L. The turbo version is pumping 138hp and 200Nm of torque which is very impressive.

7. Fiat 500 Abarth

The Fiat 500 is more than just a car. It looks sweet and it will make any girl drive look sweeter. From power to comfort, the Fiat 500 has everything. The base model is providing 101hp and 98 ft-lbs of torque. Speaking about practicality, it scores a fuel economy of 28/34 mpg.

8. Kia Soul

Our team run to the town and interviewed 10 ladies who are driving Kia Soul. Six of them told our reporters that they love the car because of the name “Soul”. It sounds funky and cool. This has once again proof that car names are very important. Nobody wants a car with funny name (see also funny car names).

9. Nissan Juke

For some reasons, there are many websites comment the Nissan Juke as one of the ugliest cars ever built. However, there are many of them on the road and most of them are driven by women. It might be odd for guy but not for women.

10. Honda Fit or Honda Jazz

In the U.S., it is known as Honda Fit. In some Asia countries, it is called Honda Jazz. It doesn’t really matter because both names are nice to hear and girls love the look of this car. The Honda Fit is a fun car to drive with powerful engine and high fuel economy of 29/37 mpg.

In a nutshell, girls prefer something cool, beautiful, and cute. Sensation, temptation, and reasonable vibration are the features that should be found in all the cool girl cars.

September 7, 2015
Weirdest Old Car Features

If you have already seen the top 10 strangest new car features, it is time to see the top 10 weirdest old car features. You will be surprised with these bizarre features because some of them shouldn’t be appeared in the old times. They are like Back To The Future cars popped up in the 50s. Those features were so futuristic that you might not even be able to see them in modern cars in the next few decades. However, these odd features were there many years ago for some reasons. Let’s check them out.

Top 10 Weirdest Car Features Found On Old Cars

To be honest, some of these features are innovative and practical in certain situations but somehow they just appeared once and then disappeared forever.

1. Highway Hi-Fi Phonograph

Starting in 1956, the Highway Hi-Fi Phonograph was offered to a few popular cars such as Chrysler, Dodge, DeSoto and Plymouth. The name “Highway Hi-Fi” is referring to a built-in record player manufactured by CBS/Columbia. It was considered a very high-tech features in the mid 50s although the roster of artists available were limited.

2. Rotating Front Seat

The 1961 Buick Flamingo features a rotating front seat where you can revolve it to 180 degree. This allow you to sit face to face and talk to passengers at the back. It feels like sitting in a train, isn’t it?

3. Swing-a-way Steering Wheel

The 1961 Ford Thunderbird features a notable T-bird swing-a-way steering wheel. This is definitely a brilliant idea for easier entry and exit for the driver especially those who has a big belly. Perhaps Mercedes-Benz should consider this features for the newest S-Class?

4. Canvas Dog Sack

The 2010 Honda Element features a Dog Friendly Package that costs $995. In 1935, you can get a canvas dog sack to carry your dog wherever you go. It fits neatly on the running board on most of the old cars. Fortunately, it was never featured on any car.

5. Water-balloon bumpers

There are no such things as airbags back in old times, however, there are water-balloon bumpers. Water-balloon bumpers are one of the weirdest old car features. They are built to collapse and absorb energy force when accident happens. During that time, many vehicles were equipped with water-balloon bumpers. If you see two cars stick together with lots of water on the floor, it means there is a crash had just happened.

6. Headlight Wipers and Washer

If you do notice, there are still some cars on the road come with headlight wipers and washers especially European cars. Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, and BMW are a few car brands that features headlight wipers. Are they really practical? I will leave the comment to those who used to drive a car with headlight wipers.

7. Wrist-Twist Steering System

In 1965, Ford brought Robert J. Rumpf, an aerospace engineer, to work on experimental auto designs. The Wrist-Twist steering system was what he came up with. Suppose it is to give the driver a better view of the road and a more comfortable driving experience. In certain situation, this wrist-twist steering system would make parallel parking easier but you should know this design is obviously failed.

8. Automatic Seatbelts

In late 1970s, automatic seatbelts was introduced. Toyota was the first car maker to make automatic seatbelts as standard on the 1981 Toyota Cressida. Automatic Seatbelts are attached to the door and it will automatically move into position around the driver or front passenger once the door is closed. You will definitely get frustrated with the automatic seatbelts if you were living in the early 80s.

9. Swivel Front Seats

The idea of having a swivel seat is to allow the driver or passenger to get in and out to and from the car easier. The 1974 Chevrolet Chevelle Laguna Type S-3 is one of the most popular car that comes with two front swivel bucket seats.

10. Cars with Three Wheels

In 1973, a motorbike-look-alike car was introduced, the Reliant Robin. It looks like a bike but it also looks like a car, making it one of the weirdest old cars. It only has three wheels but the rest are a car. The biggest problem of this car is it actually flips over whenever it makes turns.

September 4, 2015
Best Used Cars under $10,000

Looking to buy an inexpensive yet reliable used car? Check out the top 10 best used cars under $10,000 dollars here. These cars are chosen among hundreds of different types of cars available in the U.S, UK and Australia. They are cheap to drive in terms of low running costs such as cheap spare parts, low yearly insurance costs and road tax. Of course, most of these cars come with good gas mileage (miles per gallon) and good safety rating too. Before you begin, you might want to go through our Car Buying Guide.

Toyota Camry (6 Years Old or Older)

A brand new Toyota Camry costs MSRP from $22,970. However, you can get a 6-7 year old Toyota Camry under $10,000 in the market. The name “Camry” is as popular a household car name as you will find. Six or seven years old Camry, it is highly recommended if you are looking for a five-passenger sedan with budget under $10,000. It is good for short or long distance drive.

Honda Civic (5 Years Old or Older)

Thanks to its superb fuel economy (44/47 mpg) and appealing performance, the Honda Civic has been one of the most popular compact cars sold in the America since 1973. Price wise, a new Civic is under $20,000 but a 5-year old Honda Civic is exactly below 10 grand. Inside, the dashboard is made with high quality material and it definitely looks new even it is a used car. See also: 2012 Honda Civic.

Nissan Versa (2 Years Old or Older)

The Nissan Versa is one of the best choices for those who want a close-to-new car. A brand new Nissan Versa Sedan costs around $12,000, thus, you can get a 2-year old Nissan Versa for under $10,000. The Versa is available in sedan and hatchback and both body styles come with first-rate fuel economy, comfortable interior, high resale value, affordable, low running costs, cheap car insurance and more. With all these good ratings, the Nissan Versa is one of the best used cars under $10,000 dollars for anyone.

BMW 3 Series (8 Years Old and Older)

The BMW 3 Series offers a large amount of interior space and great fuel efficiency. It is broken down into 320i, 328i, 328d, 335i and ActiveHybrid 3 models. A brand new BMW 3 Series Sedan costs more than $30,000 but you can get a 8-year old BMW 3 Series just under $10,000. Well, the only drawback with the BMW 3 Series is the short-lived outlook.

Ford F-150 (6 Years Old or Older)

Regardless of Ford F-150 Regular Cab, SuperCab or SuperCrew, a 6-7 year old Ford F-150 costs under $10,000. Thanks to its reliability and powerful engine, millions of F-150s have been sold in the United States and worldwide. Without doubt, it is one of the best used cars under $10,000 for those who are hunting for a superb all-around truck or pickup truck. See also: Ford F150 Repair Manual.

Ford Mustang (6 Years Old or Older)

With a 3.7-liter V6 engine under the hood, the Ford Mustang is probably the fastest cars under $10,000 dollars budget. This is a great option for those who want a fast car with limited budget. The only draw back is the gas mileage is not as good as the other cars in this list because that’s the price to pay for a 300 horsepower car with 270 pound-feet of torque.

Chevrolet Colorado (5 Years Old or Older)

With the same budget, you can also consider a 5-year old Chevrolet Colorado. You can consider Chevrolet Colorado Extended Cab, Regular Cab or the Crew Cab. This American-made compact truck comes with a reasonable amount of hauling capability. It could be a value buy for those who need a truck for basic work. Three words – cheap, big, and good.

MINI Cooper (5 Years Old and Older)

The Mini has a long story to tell but you only need to know the changes within the past 5 years because that’s between the buying budgets. With $10,000 or less, you can get the second generation Mini which is R56. The Mini Cooper R56 is available as a two-door hatchback car but it seat four people. With 29/40 mpg, the Mini Hardtop is ranked no 8 in the best gas mileage car list. What you buy is not just comfort and amazing fuel economy but also a superb handling that couldn’t find it in other cars.

Toyota Corolla (5 Years Old or Older)

We have seen the Toyota Corolla in the U.S. since 1968. With almost half a century in the business, the Toyota Corolla is one of the most wanted cars regardless or new or used cars. Consumers on a budget definitely love the Corolla because it is inexpensive, reliable and fuel efficient. A five-year old Toyota Corolla Sedan is just right below ten thousand dollars. Also, the Toyota Corolla is the best-selling car in automotive history and therefore it is chosen as one of the best used cars under $10,000 dollars.

Mazda 3 (4 Years Old or Older)

For $10,000 you can get a close-to-new Mazda 3 compared to other cars in this list. A 4-year old or older Mazda 3 Sedan or Hatchback can be purchased under $10,000. No doubt the Mazda 3 is a small car but you will love the sharp handling. It is an affordable and practical car for teens or for those who just need a car for short distance use.

You might be able to find your next car in the top 10 best used cars under $10,000 list above. Read these tips if you are buying a used car because there are too many things to learn especially if this is your first time buying a car. Also, read the best cars for teenager if you want something else. Instead, if you have a question about buying your next car, share your comment here.

June 3, 2015