Help me find my Utility Wagon

nemith · 09-17-2013, 11:08 AM

I would like to find a second car for things that I don't want to do in the F30 like Home Depot runs, going somewhere where i know there is going to be muck and dirt. Also something fun to play and tinker with.

I have decided that I am leaning towards an old used wagon, but I can't find one for a good price. Anyone have a good suggestion for an older (80s or 90s) wagon that has decent looks, decent performance, and can find for a bargin?

Initially I wanted something turbo charged (cause I love turbos despite their reliability especially in the 80s and 90s) and something that comes in a manual. Euro would be good (BMW, Audi, Volvo) but JDM would be fine as well (maybe an Outback?

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Any thoughts?

b0bab0i · 09-17-2013, 11:59 AM

2003-2007 wrx wagon

KingOfJericho · 09-17-2013, 12:28 PM

I've always loved the E34 wagon:

Red Bread · 09-17-2013, 12:32 PM

Volvo 240 with an LSx motor.

nemith · 09-17-2013, 03:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by b0bab0i

2003-2007 wrx wagon

Looking for a slightly larger wagon than an impreza wrx (although would be a fun car to hack on)

rdub315 · 09-17-2013, 03:51 PM

I like the late 80's/early 90's Volvo wagons, but decent ones are tough to find. I think your best bet may end up being the Outback wagon. Seems to fit your needs the best, and good used ones should be easy to find in CO.

KingOfJericho · 09-17-2013, 04:02 PM

The only thing that's really cool about the Volvos is the style because they are s-l-o-w. I had a 1992 Saab 9000 CD Turbo and while it was ugly and heavy, it could still get out of its own way.

nicknaz · 09-17-2013, 04:34 PM

Buick Roadmaster

ALPINE6SPD · 09-17-2013, 08:16 PM

How about a new xv crosstrek. Actually is a great all around car.

Meeni · 09-17-2013, 08:21 PM

Subaru Outback ?

Sedoy · 09-17-2013, 08:25 PM

MazdaSpeed3 = turbo, Manual... plus with Cobb tune ~ 240 FWHP, 270 FWTQ

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flyinb501 · 09-18-2013, 12:39 PM

Audi A4 Avant.

Efthreeoh · 09-18-2013, 04:59 PM

Dodge Magnum Hemi.

Sniz · 09-19-2013, 10:35 AM

2014 e63 wagon, see what I did there?

guys he is asking for an older wagon, not new, old. I'm looking at 2003 525/540 wagons with the sport package, can be picked up for 9-13k.

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nemith Second Lieutenant 29 Rep 219 Posts Drives: 14 BMW 335xi M-Sport EBII Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Denver, CO iTrader: (1) Garage List 2014 BMW 335xi M-Sport [0.00] 2009 335i xDrive [0.00]	Help me find my Utility Wagon I would like to find a second car for things that I don't want to do in the F30 like Home Depot runs, going somewhere where i know there is going to be muck and dirt. Also something fun to play and tinker with. I have decided that I am leaning towards an old used wagon, but I can't find one for a good price. Anyone have a good suggestion for an older (80s or 90s) wagon that has decent looks, decent performance, and can find for a bargin? Initially I wanted something turbo charged (cause I love turbos despite their reliability especially in the 80s and 90s) and something that comes in a manual. Euro would be good (BMW, Audi, Volvo) but JDM would be fine as well (maybe an Outback? ) Any thoughts?
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