I am interested in purchasing a new, used car. My budget is $5,000 to $12,000. Which automobile naming the make, model, and year(s) would give me the most horsepower for the dollar? When I refer to horsepower, I really mean that 0-60 oomph.
2006-12-11 13:11:22 · 3 answers · asked by mukwonago53149 5 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
Please note, I do not do any work on cars. So, if you suggest an engine swap, please consider the cost of hiring a professional to keep things within my budget.
2006-12-12 19:26:00 · update #1
You could pick up a 77-81 Camaro for about a grand. If you spend $5000-$6000 on a crate engine from GM Performance parts, you could get a 502cid putting out about 640-660hp. Spend about 1500 on a 400 tranny and the rest on the suspension, and some meaty shoes, cause 660hp will light 'em up.
2006-12-11 13:16:53 · answer #1 · answered by white.devil 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1987-1993 ford mustang LX 5.0 5 speed -depending on condition you can pick up good examples for under 5000 and these are cars that do 0-60 in 7-8 seconds -by far best bang for buck ! I bought a nice 4cyl 88 hatchback and put in a 347 stroker ,the beauty of these cars is anything up to and including the 460 will BOLT IN!
2006-12-13 03:15:06 · answer #2 · answered by badmts 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Buy a beater car and pick up a nice motorcycle thats the best bang for your buck
2006-12-12 01:51:57 · answer #3 · answered by Chris O 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋