Recent content by Dean2

Thanks guys. I think I may start looking at MP3s, too. The handling of the MSP is much more important to me than the power. The MP3 seems to be pretty close in that department and should be much more reliable. It doesn't hurt that they're cheaper as well.

Thanks. It was definitely a loud phht. I'll check out the forums you mentioned. I'd do a comp test before purchase (or watch while their mechanic does one) and check the plugs. The pictures in the ad make it look much cleaner than it is. The interior seems pretty worn, but not badly...

Spasibo bol'shoi. The mileage is scary. Non-functional gauges (oil pressure and AF ratio on a-pillar) don't inspire confidence. Original rods in the engine are what really worries me, obviously. Thanks for the info on the mods. The car sounded like it had a blow off valve, unless a...

Hi all. I drove a titanium (pretty sure it wasn't silver) 03.5 MSP last week. It's on a lot in Chicago for sale at $6k. I absolutely loved the car. However, it's been modded. I'll probably pass on it unless I can find the previous owner or someone who knows the car and can fill in some...

Hi all. Another noob here (from Chicago). I'm searching for a daily driver that can handle the occasional road trip and can serve as a backup autox car. My commute to and from work is 6 blocks; my wife's is 10. We walk. I buy gas about once a month and typically use the car only for grocery...