Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

[Raskolnikov]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

If it comes down to the redline.....take a decent look at the Cobalt SS.....Same chassis, but a far superior style/feel IMO......Just a thought.

True. But, the main reason I like the Redline over the SS is the rear suicide doors, since I have a 2 year old I have to get in/out of the back seat. Let me tell you, its a real fun time getting her in and out of my GTO!!!!!!!!!

You are correct though, the SS has an overall better look to it.

 

[MikeRenz]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

my friend twin charged his redline....i'm sure he'll be selling the kits at some point, if he isn't already.

I think you'd be better off buying my STi. :lol:

 

[Raskolnikov]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

my friend twin charged his redline....i'm sure he'll be selling the kits at some point, if he isn't already.

I think you'd be better off buying my STi. :lol:

I've heard of that. It sounds kick ass. How much boost does the turbo provide?? What did he have to do to the internals?

Thanks for the STi offer, but I doubt you want to give it away.

 

[MikeRenz]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

$21k would take it. - cheaper than the redline after taxes. 32,300 on the clock right now. :tup:

 

[Baythan]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

I sat in a Redline at the Phila. Auto Show yesterday. Gotta tell ya, Saturn puts these things together with the crappiest quality plastics in the car industry. If you're looking for a small SUV, look at the Hyundai Tucson. Hate to say it, but the build quality seems far and away better than the Saturn and I think they are about the same price.

If money was no object, I LOVE the Mazda RX-8 with the suicide doors and easy-access back seats...I sat in the back and was completely comfortable. I'm sure my kids would be too.

 

[Raskolnikov]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

I sat in a Redline at the Phila. Auto Show yesterday. Gotta tell ya, Saturn puts these things together with the crappiest quality plastics in the car industry. If you're looking for a small SUV, look at the Hyundai Tucson. Hate to say it, but the build quality seems far and away better than the Saturn and I think they are about the same price.

If money was no object, I LOVE the Mazda RX-8 with the suicide doors and easy-access back seats...I sat in the back and was completely comfortable. I'm sure my kids would be too.

I would agree that Saturn isn't known for Lexus-like interior materials. Although I do like the dent and scratch resistant body panels. (I sold a 99 Grand prix with 8 door dings!!)
When I test drove the ION Redline, even with the wierd plastics it still felt oddly solid with minimum noticable body flex (the salesman wasn't with me ) I would have expected more flex due to the door configuration.
Still, I think the 2 L Ecotec is a solid foundation for making power with acceptable gas mileage. I can get one with the limited slip diff, airbags, MP3 jack, Recaro seats, painted wheels, and boost gage (no cheesy spoiler, please) for $19K with my employee discount.

I think the choice is becoming all too clear. Since I need a reliable DD I'll go with the Saturn.

Thanks guys!!! :tup:

 

[2kwik4u]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

I would agree that Saturn isn't known for Lexus-like interior materials. Although I do like the dent and scratch resistant body panels. (I sold a 99 Grand prix with 8 door dings!!)
When I test drove the ION Redline, even with the wierd plastics it still felt oddly solid with minimum noticable body flex (the salesman wasn't with me ) I would have expected more flex due to the door configuration.
Still, I think the 2 L Ecotec is a solid foundation for making power with acceptable gas mileage. I can get one with the limited slip diff, airbags, MP3 jack, Recaro seats, painted wheels, and boost gage (no cheesy spoiler, please) for $19K with my employee discount.

I think the choice is becoming all too clear. Since I need a reliable DD I'll go with the Saturn.

Thanks guys!!! :tup:

Have you considered the Vue Redline?!?! AWD and a decently strong V6.....Possibly the best of both worlds?!?!

 

[Raskolnikov]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

Yes, but still pricey even with my discount.

 

[2kwik4u]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

Yes, but still pricey even with my discount.

Yea I wasn't sure where that would've landed you on price.....I just knew they existed....and sounded like a decent alternative for you.....Sounds like you've narrowed it down pretty close to what you want already, so I'll go enjoy myself a nice big tall glass of shut up.

The redlines a nice car, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

 

[AUSyTyIN]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

Buy a Cobalt SS S/C. Better looking (that the Redline), and broken parts aren't your problem :2cents:

 

[Raskolnikov]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

Yea I wasn't sure where that would've landed you on price.....I just knew they existed....and sounded like a decent alternative for you.....Sounds like you've narrowed it down pretty close to what you want already, so I'll go enjoy myself a nice big tall glass of shut up.

The redlines a nice car, I'm sure you'll enjoy it.

2Kwik,
All you say is true. It is a great alternative. But since I am a poor SOB I gots to stay around the $20K mark. Thanks for your advice!!

 

[2kwik4u]

Re: Typhoon or Redline???? Advice, please.

2Kwik,
All you say is true. It is a great alternative. But since I am a poor SOB I gots to stay around the $20K mark. Thanks for your advice!!

I hear you on the poor SOB front.....I'm just climbing out of a hole of debt I created for myself......(I'm now saving for a Ty).....

I do have to say though my 4cyl-5spd S10 has taken a helluva beating and treated me REALLY REALLY well.....However with a lack of seats I don't think it would work all that well for you.