Should I buy a s13 or s14??

[KAed 240]

I can't decide whether to get this S13:
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1771141142.html

or this S14:
http://atlanta.craigslist.org/atl/cto/1772398054.html

Both are $3,200, I have $2,800 now in hand and another $1,000 after I sell my coupe, the only problem is... I can't sell the coupe until this weekend.

The guy with the S14 can sell his this weekend but if I went with the S13 I'd have to wait another week because the guy is going on vacation..

Opinions anyone?

[CJH]

Why ask a question that is all opinion? Its up to you. The cars are the same with little differances. Pick what you like more and get it.

[Lonismos14]

I would go with the s14. i would not in no way pay 3200 for any s13 too old but thats just me. There is a dude selling a s13 here in albany for like 1500

[irish enchilada]

s14 imo. i want one bc its a five lug and swaping around and they look a lot better then a s13 hatch.

[KAed 240]

Why ask a question that is all opinion? Its up to you. The cars are the same with little differances. Pick what you like more and get it.

But I'd like to know other peoples opinions, yeah it's my choice, just wanted to know what everyone thinks..

I would go with the s14. i would not in no way pay 3200 for any s13 too old but thats just me. There is a dude selling a s13 here in albany for like 1500

Haha Albany is a tad bit outa my area... but thanks.

s14 imo. i want one bc its a five lug and swaping around and they look a lot better then a s13 hatch.

Didn't think about the whole 5 lug deal.. good point..

[irish enchilada]

i have a s13 coupe right now that i was going to do a ls2 swap and everything but now that i want that kind of power iam leaning to the s14 bc its 5lug and they are a lil bigger of a car wich is good with a 400hp engine but thats me ill see you my coupe haha 2000k

[240sxjoe92]

I love the s13's and i like the s14's but with this ide say the S14 it sounds like a better deal IMO, the other guy could just be saying the motor is rebuilt. if i was in that position ide buy the s14 good luck :]

[numbnuts240]

Didn't think about the whole 5 lug deal.. good point..

just an fyi, before you get all excited about it, that s14 is a 4-lug.

[Travisty]

What he said ^^ Only s14 SE's have 5 lug.

The s13 has a rebuilt engine with around 35000 and a new clutch also take that into consideration.

[sleeper180]

well its a personally prefrence, honestly i have both cars but i like the s13 better its more smaller and i love the pop ups lol. the s14 is a better deal u shouldnt pay 3,200 for a hatch..

[Hoffman5982]

you really shouldnt pay 3200 for either. i'd offer 2500 for the s14 and a little less for the s13

[night240]

I'm happy owner of s14 no doubts. only hating is changing out fuel pump on this bishH!!! but oh well... I love my s14, S13 was so long ago. -_______-

[PyR0NiAk]

S13s weigh less.. Both prices are too high... /thread

[Romeo_rus]

^^^ Don't listen to him... S14 IS THE BEST... Looks better and newer.

[PyR0NiAk]

I didn't say S13 was the best or anything. Just said it weighs less. The looks are completely opinionated. I only offered facts.

[Lonismos14]

^^ Now you watch your filthys13whore mouth. S14 ftw. I keed I keed



P.S. I REALLY WISH I HAD AN S13 HATCH!!

[PyR0NiAk]

I'm totally confused by your above statement. But I like it.

[s1415u]

I have a s14 and I love it, BUT If could do it again I would go s13 because there seems to be more aftermarket support for the 13 chassis (Just my opinion) and there OBD1, just my 2 cents. But this is definitely up to you and what you like. Btw which part of GA are you from?

[LeZoSo]

This is a pretty tough situation if I was the buyer, I'd step back and take a look at them both in person, which ever car is in better condition is the one I would buy. It also depends on what you'll be using the car for a s13 is a car I would beat on, a s14 I would probably use as a daily driver, with some bite to it of course. (Maybe auto cross, too.)

That Zenki's engine bay is dirty as frick though, looks like he didn't maintain it very well. Also, doesn't look like it comes with a radio, I'm always looking at the small things...

The s13 looks pretty clean, I don't like how the guy mentioned a new engine, I don't like knowing the person has modified the car him/herself. You never know how stupid people can be when they're working on cars.

But in the end it's up to what you want to use the car for, I say get which ever car is in better condition, and be patient when buying the car.

Also, you could probably get the car for $2800 if you flash the cash, especially if they say the price is negotiable. I got my car down from $5,000 - $3,100. ('98 s14)

Good luck buying A car.

[Romeo_rus]

If I were you I'd buy my s14 KA-T for $4800, which is for sale. LOL

[NismoS13Ks]

It all depends on which you like more.. but a s14 is newer...

[badbob2121]

i dont get it... i understand if someone wants an opinion on a set of wheels, aftermarket part selection... but this is stupid... go to each car, test drive them both, and buy the one you like more. thats what i did, and i went s13... to each his own. END

[Seanzyyy]

i dont really like it when people say "rebuilt engine" or "new engine" in their ads.
sometimes it's legit,
but most of the time nothing really happens and they're just trying to spice up the deal.
unless i see build pics or receipts i don't believe em lol

but,
IMO.
i'd go with the s14.
for no reason either :/
maybe because it's newer-looking?
i really have no clue haha

[S13_love]

Damn, both of those are clean!

Imo, I'd go with the s14.

[LeZoSo]

i dont get it... i understand if someone wants an opinion on a set of wheels, aftermarket part selection... but this is stupid... go to each car, test drive them both, and buy the one you like more. thats what i did, and i went s13... to each his own. END

Some people like him and me like to see what others would do in a situation. Yes, it all comes down to the persons own opinion, but asking what others would do is reassuring.

What if this guy didn't ask for someone's opinion, and he ends up buying the vehicle that he likes but ends up being a pile of junk that he can't afford to repair. And if he had asked for someones opinion, they may have been able to point out the major problems in the car. Not all of us are die hard mechanics.

Just sayin'...


Oh, and after coming back to look at them again, I'd say if the Zenki's in good shape, get it.

[KAed 240]

Thanks everybody for the input, I'm getting the S14 tomorrow $2,900. I really need a daily driver so I can start my build, so newer is better.

just an fyi, before you get all excited about it, that s14 is a 4-lug.

Either way, I doubt I will do anything stance wise, atleast for now, thanks though. haha

I have a s14 and I love it, BUT If could do it again I would go s13 because there seems to be more aftermarket support for the 13 chassis (Just my opinion) and there OBD1, just my 2 cents. But this is definitely up to you and what you like. Btw which part of GA are you from?

Tis why I shall buy a piggy shell for $250 from my neighbor. haha RB20 Sil40

North GA, Cherokee County. Nothing up here but jacked up chevys, rice, and hicks... can't forget hicks..

[LeZoSo]

Good luck with the car.

[laxands13]

probably the s14. reppin Ga bro. South Side of Atlanta here. s1415u, where are you from?

[s1415u]

I have a s14 and I love it, BUT If could do it again I would go s13 because there seems to be more aftermarket support for the 13 chassis (Just my opinion) and there OBD1, just my 2 cents. But this is definitely up to you and what you like. Btw which part of GA are you from?

Tis why I shall buy a piggy shell for $250 from my neighbor. haha RB20 Sil40

North GA, Cherokee County. Nothing up here but jacked up chevys, rice, and hicks... can't forget hicks..[/quote]

Haha I hear ya, I'm from Douglas County about 30mins from ATL. Instead of buying those two 240sx, just buy that pig shell and dump a sr or ka-t

[KAed 240]

Haha tempting... The guy who was supposed to buy the coupe today bailed and is suuupposed to come by tomorrow. If he doesn't then I'm keepin the coupe as a DD while I do just that sir. you think $2,800 will get a reliable swap in?