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Old 02-05-2009, 10:18 AM   #1
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Torn between s13 and s14

I have cash in hand to buy my 1st 240sx. But I'm torn between and s13 and the s14, I love em both and don't know which one to buy.

So any input on why you chose an s13 or an s14 might help me lean towards one and buy it already lol.

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Old 02-05-2009, 10:20 AM   #2
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Can't let people decide for you.

S13 = cheaper to buy. Easy access to parts from local junk yards.

S14 = slightly more expensive. A bit of a pain coming across parts.
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Just do what everyone is doing now. S13.4
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Old 02-05-2009, 10:21 AM   #4
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S13s are older and generally require more money to bring up to condition, though it is getting tough to find good S14s as well.

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+1 on the parts, lots of people here have 13s. i personally have the 14 cuz i love airbags lol. kidding about the airbags, but of course having a newer car doesn't hurt.
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s13 = great track car, many parts available cheap. more parts available cheaper.

s14 = great daily driver, good for track but parts are not as cheap as s13.
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Can't let people decide for you.

S13 = cheaper to buy. Easy access to parts from local junk yards.

S14 = slightly more expensive. A bit of a pain coming across parts.
I understand your point, I don't want people to decide for me.
I just want to know what people love about their s13 or s14, and maybe it will help me make my own decision. That's all I'm really looking for.

But it seems like the best argument people are giving so far is how cheap and available parts are for the s13.
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if your going to drift or track your car go with s13

if your going to have it as a first car, drive it around town, slightly modify it and have fun while looking pimp - s14
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Old 02-05-2009, 10:55 AM   #9
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if your going to drift or track your car go with s13

if your going to have it as a first car, drive it around town, slightly modify it and have fun while looking pimp - s14
Good point, this isn't a daily driver. I have a modified GTI as my daily. This is a weekend track car.

After lookin a shit load of pics I really love the s13 front end conversion.

The choice has been made. Thanks for you input everyone.

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Old 02-05-2009, 11:02 AM   #10
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Why decide? I'd just look for one to buy.. you'll have more to choose from

I wanted a 97-98 Kouki, when I first started looking
I got into Zenkis but I only wanted a 95 for OBD1

found a near pefect 95 soon after
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I used to live in Rancho Cucamonga btw
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Why decide? I'd just look for one to buy.. you'll have more to choose from

I wanted a 97-98 Kouki, when I first started looking
I got into Zenkis but I only wanted a 95 for OBD1

found a near pefect 95 soon after
slicktop ( wanted )
5 lug ( mine was base 4-lug )
white ( love )
manual from factory ( yes )

I used to live in Rancho Cucamonga btw
B/c I found a black 95 for $1800, 5spd bone stock and a primered 91 for around $2000 slightly modded (coilovers, lsd, brakes, intake and rims).

LoL Im sick of living in Rancho, nothing to do out here.
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I have a 95 s14. I kinda wish i would have gotten a s13. I think there amazing with the s15 or s14 conversion. I just like the hatch. Both are great track cars and can look great.


You cant go wrong with a 240....
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well that black 95 was already purchased.
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:30 AM   #14
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Can't let people decide for you.

S13 = cheaper to buy. Easy access to parts from local junk yards.

S14 = slightly more expensive. A bit of a pain coming across parts.

Exactly wat i was gonna say...
Parts for the S13 is cheaper but the S14 is newer and a lil more pimpin in my opinion

I had enough for the S14, but I stayed with the S13 since i have more experience with them and it's cheaper to get parts for it.
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:35 AM   #15
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Old 02-05-2009, 11:36 AM   #16
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ive known soo many people who got SOHC s13 because they where cheap. Its the new 89 honda civic of rwd cars lmao.

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well that black 95 was already purchased.
for that price i could imagine so
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also keep in mind the s14 is a little bigger and heavier than s13. i have a 93 hatch that feels a little faster just cause its lighter but both cars are fun no matter what!
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I have cash in hand to buy my 1st 240sx. But I'm torn between and s13 and the s14, I love em both and don't know which one to buy.

So any input on why you chose an s13 or an s14 might help me lean towards one and buy it already lol.

Thanks!!!
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Bump s14 less work to do one them not as much of a hassle for rust ect
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You'll be happy with either one.
S14's aren't anything special anymore, they're old now too, just buy whatever you get a good deal on.
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Why decide? I'd just look for one to buy.. you'll have more to choose from

I wanted a 97-98 Kouki, when I first started looking
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found a near pefect 95 soon after
slicktop ( wanted )
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manual from factory ( yes )

I used to live in Rancho Cucamonga btw
FYI all s14 are odb2 none came in odb1 form just thought you'd like to know my 95 base is odb2 lol crazy huh
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ive had an s14, coupe, and now hatch

i liked the s14 the most in stock status

and plus the s14 is overall better chasis from the start
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Wow, I suggest you think hard and make up your mind. We cannot make up your mind for you.
Why do I say this?

I have never seen so much indecision over parts and cars as I have seen in this community these days.

Do you guys have minds of your own? Or do you just look for convenience regardless of quality?

Look for someone to tell you what you must do. Getting peoples opinions is fine but shit man you have to make the call.

Picking a car is very personal thing, you are the one that's is going to live with it not us.

Go out and drive both cars, figure out which one you enjoy driving more, then make your purchase.
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I have cash in hand to buy my 1st 240sx. But I'm torn between and s13 and the s14, I love em both and don't know which one to buy.

So any input on why you chose an s13 or an s14 might help me lean towards one and buy it already lol.

Thanks!!!
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Buy an S13 save yourself the trouble and pain in the ass of finding parts... just for a door panel of a S14 it can cost you up to 100 dollars while an s13 one like 15 bucks big difference i should have gone s13
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FYI all s14 are odb2 none came in odb1 form just thought you'd like to know my 95 base is odb2 lol crazy huh
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