Top 10 Best Sport Cars Under 25k

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It�s time to face the truth, you can't always trust the reliably of a used car, so you need to get something that�s going to be able to drive you to work every day and back, without any major problems over the time that you own the car, But you're not quite ready to turn in your man card for a normal sedan. So if you need a car that can get you where you need to go every day, but  you still want a kick in the pants.

10. 2013 Ford Mustang V6

How can you possibly go wrong with this car? Power comes from a naturally aspirated engine that produces 305hp. With a very respectable 0-60 time a 5.5 seconds, it makes it one of the fastest cars on this list. While it may be fast in the straights, its actually not that bad when the going gets twisty, with a planted suspension, and grippy tires, it makes for one fun car to own, and drive.

9.  2013 Mazda Speed3

although the Speed3 is not the fastest car on the list, what it lacks in power it makes up in down-right run to drive factor, and older models are inexpensive to, with the 2008 model running just round 19k, which leaves plenty of money leftover to spend some money on the large amounts of aftermarket parts that are available for this car. The base Speed3 comes with a 263hp 6 speed manual transmission, which has been easily bumped up to 300hp. all in all, if you want a hot hatch that you can drive to work every day, and pick up the kids from school, with 263hp at your disposable, this is the car for you.

8. 2013 Mini Cooper S

This car has two of the best things in the automotive world, German built quality, which means this car will drive till the world ends, and you can have pride in doing so with the British looks and engineering, without a doubt, this is the best car you can buy, if you live in the back roads of Virginia, with 190 horsepower at its disposable, and a car that weighs just a little over a ton, and you have a car that cannot be matched in the corners. Some people say that this car is worth twice the base price, and I have to agree. Light car, powerful engine, and you get a @#!*%  of a car.

7. 2013 Ford Focus ST

This little hot hatch packs a punch, actually 210 of them to be precise. For the 2013 model year, Ford brought the ST to the states (still waiting for the RS) and we are glad they did, with 210hp under the hood and enough technology inside to power a spaceship, it makes it one of the coolest cars you can buy right now. On the outside the cool factor continues, with an all backed out honey-comb grill. So you get a sweet ride, with more than enough power to have fun on the back roads, and enough power to make the biggest nerds happy.

6. 2013 Honda Civic Si Sedan

For the younger readers out there, the Honda Civic Si is a perfect choice, our Civic produced around 201hp at 7700rpm, not bad, for such an inexpensive car. While is Honda Civic Si is a fun car to drive, it also has some other factors that make it a great car, like its excellent crash test score, fresh design, and enough room for all of your friends. One of the drawbacks is that is dash is a little clustered. So a fun little car that has plenty of power, and room for the whole gang, sounds like a great car to me.

5. 2013 Mazda MX-5

This car is crazy fun to drive, with an extremely low center of gravity, ridiulessey light (250 less than the FR-S) and a quick shifts, it makes an everyday commute exciting to drive. Although the MX-5 only has 167hp, it�s a joy to drive in the back roads, with a small wheel base, it is glued to the ground at all times. While this is not the most practical car on the list, it is on par, or above the FR-S on handling. So you can buy a crazy fun to drive every day that looks good, and chances are you won't see another on the block anytime soon.

4. BR-Z \ FR-S

Some may say it�s a Toyota or a scion, but the BRZ is a Subaru. Sure the sports car shares components with the FRS and GT-86, but some distinctions and the fact that you are driving a Subaru changes some things. The BRZ along with the others has been said by many to be a great driver�s car and a blast to drive. Though only 200hp and 150 lb-ft of torque, the high revving, rear wheel drive sports coupe is a great deal for a base around $25,000.

 3. 2013 Subaru WRX

The final year of this WRX has come (don't worry the 2014 resigned model will be out soon) But that doesn't mean that the fun has to end, in fact this car is becoming a collectable car, or better known as a modern classic, so if you buy one now, and keep your fingers crossed, you might be able to sell it for quite a good deal in a few years. Enough of the talk of money, and lets talk about the factors that make this a great car. First off, it�s a hatchback, so more than enough room for all of your gear. Secondly, this car is quite peppy, with decent doses of torque off the line. While it won't set any record 0-60 times, it is fast in the bends, in fact, really fast. Although this is a great car to drive, I would spend the extra crash on a STI.

2. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta GLI

What a sweet sedan this is, how often do you see a Volkswagen this black wheels and red brake calipers?  Not that often I�m guessing, and that is what makes this such a great car to drive, because you know, that there is not going to be another car like it on the block. It�s like the MX-5, you either love the car or you hate it, but it�s not something you see every-day, so even the smallest drives seem special. You want more reasons why you would buy this car? Well for starters it�s fast, with a 0-60 in 6.4 seconds, and a relatively fast figure-8 time of 94.9 seconds. Quick, fun, and cool, perfect for the buyer who needs sedan room, but hatchback fun.

1. 2013 Volkswagen GTI

 

Two Volkswagens in a row! Bonus points for them. This fun to drive hatchback comes into 2013 with small changes, but that does not make it any better of a car than it was a few years ago. With 200hp in the hood, and not that much weight to haul around, it makes for one super-fast car in the corners, and the bends. Not to mention black wheels that look pretty cool, and a huge community of GTI lovers to hang out with when you buy this car. So fun, cool, and a large community of car people to hang out with, seems like a good deal.

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Top 10 Fastest cars under 25k

So we all know the economy the down right now, OK that's a understatement, it�s horrible, and it seems like everything you buy is more expensive now than it was five years ago. But that doesn't have to be the same with your car, the used car market is bigger than ever, and with easy to use sites like Craigslist, it�s easy to make your next car purchase from the comfort of your living room. but you want more than a car that will get you from point a to point b, you want a car that will get you from point to point fast, and in style, you buying used is the best way to go.

2011 Mustang GT

For 2011 Ford upgraded the GT engine in its Ford Mustang to produce 112 more horsepower than the last model, it also gets a aggressive looking front grill, and LED taillights. But even after all of these improvements it�s still considered a 5th generation Mustang, so the prices on these cars are just starting to dip under 25k, and you can even find some models selling for even less. The 2011 Mustang launches itself from 0-60 in around 4.5 seconds, which is crazy fast for 25k, its actually one of the fastest cars on the list, and some might even say the best looking.

2011 Nissan 370Z

The 370Z is one of the best cars you can buy right now for the money, very reliable cars, and all 370Zs come with a sport tuned suspension, so going into the mountain roads will always be a joy to ride, and Rev Mach system that makes sure that every down shift is seamless, and as quick as possible. For a V6 engine the car has an impressive 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds, and that�s plenty of power for you to play within the twisty back roads.

2013 Mazda Speed3

although the Speed3 is not the fastest car on the list, it�s the only new car you can buy straight off the factory line for less than 25k, and older models are inexpensive to, with the 2008 model running just round 19k, which leaves plenty of money left over to spend some money on the large amounts of aftermarket parts that are available for this car. The base Speed3 comes with a 263hp 6speed manual transmission, which has been easily bumped up to 300hp. all in all, if you want a hot hatch that you can drive to work every day, and pick up the kids from school, with 263hp at your disposable, this is the car for you.

2006 Cadillac CTS-V

It�s amazing that only six years ago, this was a $60,000 car, and now, you can get your hands on a 400hp Corvette powered engine for less than 25k, not to mention this is a luxury sedan that you can drive to work, put the kids in the back seats that are actually useable (unlike the coupe) and your wife won�t know that it does 0-60 in 4.7 seconds and tops 109mph in the quarter mile. this was, and still is, the fastest production sedan you can buy on the market, yes, that includes the M5, the Audi S4, and the Mercedes AMG, impressive, for a car that the average man can buy.

2008 Mitsubishi Evolution

Or, better known as the Evo, is a car that wants you to drive it. It carries a 4-cylender turbo charged engine that produces a very surprising 291hp! And it�s still a 4 banger! This is a true rally car, small engine, big power, and most important, it needs to be able to take the corners at full force, and this car does just that, with anti-roll bars, and stability bars standard, and a true rally tuned suspension, this car was meant to be driven on the back roads.

2011 Mini John Cooper Works

This car has two of the best things in the automotive world, German built quality, which means this car will drive till the world ends, and you can have pride in doing so with the British looks and engineering, without a doubt, this is the best car you can buy, if you live in the back roads of Virgina, with 207 horse power at its disposable, and a car that weighs just a little over a ton, and you have a car that cannot be matched in the corners. You can go out today and buy a used version of this car for about, 23k which some people would say that this car is worth twice that amount. Light car, powerful engine, and you get a  @#!*%  of a car.

2005 Corvette Coupe

Yes, I know you can now buy a Corvette for fewer than 25k; it�s as surprising to me as it is to you. While this is still the same 400hp engine in the CTS-V, this is a true sports car, you lose two doors, and back seats when you opt for the Corvette, but that 400hp has a lot less weight to haul around, and it shows, with a greatly improved 0-60 time of 4.1 seconds! and the best thing is, the new C7 Corvette is being released at the North American Auto Show this year, so if you wait a bit, expect these to drop in price by about 2-3k.

2004 BMW M3 Cope

Don�t get me wrong, all of these cars on this list our great, but when it comes to choosing the best, this is the car. This is the sexiest looking car you can buy, and I still think that this was the best M3 that was ever created, its fast, very good looking, luxuries, and downright fun car to drive. Although this is a list about cars that are under 25k, it�s easy to find good versions of this car for 18k on the market. I believe that this was the best car you could have bought in 2004, and I still think it�s the best car you can buy in 2012.

Dodge Ram STR-10

Yep, a truck made it onto the Top 10 Fastest Cars Under 25k list, and it has a right to be on hear with the most powerful engine by far, with the 8.3lt engine that was shared with the Viper. It produces a jaw dropping 0-60 time of 4.7 seconds! And this truck weighs more than 2 tons! This car is pure bragging rights; it has 500hp, which makes it the most powerful car on the list! But this is actually a car you can drive every day with a 4-door cab available that is if you don�t mind getting a 10mpg around town.

2006 Pontiac GTO

While Pontiac may be dead, its GTO isn�t, with the same engine as the Corvette, making 400hp, launches this car to 60, in under 4.5 seconds. Not to mention that this is a great looking car and it�s at a reasonable price. This car shares the same platform as the CTS, but it is slightly less expensive due to the upscale the Cadillac brand has. 400hp never sounded so good, but be warned, under the power, there is a economy car suspension waiting to spin you out in the middle of a corner.

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cheapest cars to insure

Teenagers and insurance don�t tend to mix well, being younger means you�re rates are going to be doubled the average driver, and after a wreck, it�s going to near impossible to find an insurance company that is going to be willing to cover you without outrageous prices. So it�s more important than ever to find a car that offers reasonable insurance rates, so you and your parents can sleep well at night.

5. 2012 Nissan Versa

While the Nissan Versa might not be the most exciting car in the world it�s one of the cheapest to insure for a teenage driver.  The Versa has standard features like Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which keeps you from flying off the road in bad weather conditions, and ABS which keeps for from going into a spin. All of these features keep you safe in all-weather conditions, and driving situations. This makes this a cheap car to own and insure.

Frontal: 3 Stars

Side: Not rated

Rollover: 4 Stars

4. 2010 Subaru Outback
The Subaru Outback is a great choice for younger drivers, and it�s not a bad looking car either, so your teenager won�t be embarrassed to drive it. The Outback comes with all of the standard safety features of a modern car like (ESC), and ABS, but it also includes emergency braking assist, and side curtain air-bags. With a five star frontal rating. With all these safety options, and nice style, with makes it the perfect choice for a young driver who doesn�t want to pay high insurance costs
Fontal: 5 Stars
Side: 5 Stars
Rollover: 4 Stars

3.2010 Nissan Xterra
This is for the Teenager who spends most of his time outdoors, and in the mud. Nissan even offers a "Pro-4x" model that comes with roof mounted headlamps, hill assent control, and even skid plates. So this is the perfect choice for the outdoors person, but it�s also a cheap car to insure, being a mid-size SUV, it�s a safety car to drive when you�re not tearing up the mud pits.
Fontal: 5
Side: 5
Rollover: 4

2. Mini Cooper (Mini One)
The Mini is a very popular car among younger people, mostly because of its fun-to-drive factor, and low cost of ownership (gas & maintenance) and unique styling. This car is also inexpensive to insure with low monthly premiums. This is a very fun car to drive with the 6 speed Getrag manual transmissions, sporty suspension and good storage space what�s not to love?

1: Audi A3
The Audi A3 takes the pole spot on this list, and it�s no surprise either, this is one of the cheapest cars to insure right now, if you�re a 16 year and old first time driver who wouldn�t want this car! It�s the best looking car on the list, (and the fastest) with aggressive German style, and interior that looks like it came out of the top-of-the-line Audi A8.Standard features include an 5 speed manual transmission, you can also get XM radio, and keyless entry. It�s just about as good on gas as the Mini, and its German reliability and craftsman ship is unsurpassed in the world of small cars. It�s cheap to own and has very inexpensive insurance, it�s the perfect car for the teenager.

Now you many be wondering what the 1/2 is?
well, the cheapest mode of transportantion to insure is...
Well... Times are tough.

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Best first cars

Back in the day it seemed like having a set of wheels made someone happy, but now it almost seems like the car you drive is just as important as the clothes you wear. So teenagers stress more than ever on what car they�re going to pull up in at the high school parking lot; however, parents have the real say in what they drive. You�re more likely to wreck in your first year of driving than any other year in your life, so safety is number one on the parents list of cars to drive. Are there cars out there that are fun to drive, have great styling, and most important, are safe.

Before you read this list, you need to find out what you want most in the car you�re going to buy. Are you interested more in the safety, power, space and price? Or do you just want to find an all around great car for you to drive in your early driving years?

 - Ford Focus- The Ford Focus had been around for almost 10 years. Bursting onto the scene in America in the summer of 1999-2000, it was a refreshingly different car in the small-car segment, and had decent styling, later in its early model years, they also added a 3-door hatchback, 4-door sedan, and a 5-door wagon, with this said, it�s easy to find a reliable 3-doorhatchback for under 5k. These are great cars, built like nails, and have tons of options to choose from. The Ford Focus has everything from a large wagon, to a 300 Horsepower Ford Focus RS. Along with fantastic handling and modern style, what�s not to love about the Focus?

Used price range - $3,000 - $10,000

Insurance rating- 9/10
Teen Car Guy Rating- 7 /10

 - Volvo S60- The Volvo S60 came into 2001 model year, a dive into known territory for the Swedish car maker. Its main competitors are the BMW 3 Series, and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, buying a car from Volvo means that safety comes first, after all, they where the car maker to first offer seat-belts as standard equipment. All models of the S60 come with side-curtain air bags, and ani-wiplash headrests, new models include driver knee air bags, blind spot assist, adaptive cruise control, and a new feature even stops the car if an object moves in front of the car. there is simply no safer car maker on the market that offers all of this, at a extremely low price.

Used price range- $3,500 - 12,000
Insurance rating- 8/10
Teen Car Guy Rating-  7.5/ 10

 - Ford Mustang (5th Gen)- After Ford released the concept for the 2005 model year at the North American International Auto Show, it showed a huge amounts of die-hard mustang fans that loved the new retro looking style. New for the 2005-2009 model years where 4.0 L, 4.6 L, and a top of the line 5.4 L engines, that produce more than enough power for a first time driver (I recommend the base 6 cylinder). This is a great looking car, and I don�t know any 16 year old boy who doesn�t want a Mustang, and who wouldn�t, with 300hp models, which are selling for less than 10k, its great on a budget too. If you want a great looking car, with decent power, the 5th generation Mustang is for you.

Used price range- $6,000 - $15,000
Insurance rating- 5/10 (GT model)
Teen Car Guy Rating- 8/10

 - Nissan Frontier- When the Nissan Frontier was introduced to America in 1997 it was a fairy good mid-size pickup truck that offered decent towing, space, and value. Nissans new truck got a face lift in 2001, that greatly improved the style of the truck from a bland, boring truck, to a appealing truck for the younger buyer, and nearly 10 years later, it still is a very appealing truck for the younger buyer, you can find a fully loaded one for less than 5 grand. and these things are bullet proof, so you can buy this thing and forget about buying anything important on the car for another 100,000 miles.

Used price range- $3,000 - 6,500
Insurance rating- 8.5/10
Teen Car Guy Rating- 6.5/10

- Honda Civic- The Honda Civic has always been a very popular car for younger people, and every year Honda makes the Civic more and more appealing to the younger buyer, with the Civic Si version always available to the more outgoing person, which gives you more power, more aggressive style, and some cool options inside the car, like leather racing seats. but the Civic is also very popular with younger people because there are a large amount of options to buy and with so many things available your bound to find a Civic that fits your taste.

Used price range- $2,000- $9,000
Insurance rating- 9/10

Teen Car Rating- 10/10

- MINI Cooper- The Mini was first introduced into the states in 2000, and with peppy British style that you just have to love at any age. the Mini offers handling that can�t be matched by anything in its price range, I can�t imagine a car that is any more fun to drive than this car, its a absolute blast to drive in the mountains, and there are so many ways to customize your Mini, everything from roof graphics, to a lager turbo charger. this is the one of the best first cars you can buy, with great handling that keeps the car plated on the road, stunning style, and downright fun car to drive.

Used price range- $5,000-$17,000

Insurance rating- 7/10

Teen Car Guy Rating- 10/10

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