henson1201
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After spending far to many hours on the internet I have finally narrowed the list.
Criteria = under 2500 lbs ( lighter is better ), stick shift, no hassle 4 down towing, cheap car under $5000, year in high 1990s
SHORT LIST: ( not in any order )
SUV ( ya I know )= Suzuki X-90 2450lbs
Suzuki Swift 1900 lbs
Geo Metro 1900 lbs
Toyoto Echo 2080 lbs
Mazda Miata 2200 lbs
Now I would like to hear your thoughts on this list. Did I miss a gem of a car? Which one would you choose?
Thanks for all your help,
Tom
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nvlav8r
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I don't think the Mazda is even if it is a manual.
What about Honda Civic?
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Las Vegas Mikey
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You forgot the Saturn, which seems to be the toad of choice here. Tows four down with nothing to change, and you pull a fuse so that the odometer is disabled.
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Sorney1
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well, if you want to suffer with a stick shift, and use a suicide special for a toad, no.
but you should have posted this under a different forum for good response.
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Sorney1
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Las Vegas Mikey wrote:You forgot the Saturn, which seems to be the toad of choice here. Tows four down with nothing to change, and you pull a fuse so that the odometer is disabled.
yes, and you can do it with an automatic transmission.
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Lug_Nut
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Your weights are a little low. The Mazda is closer to 2500 lbs. depending on equipment. The lightest I believe is about 2470 lbs. with the heaviest at near 2600 lbs.
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henson1201
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REPLYS:
The Civics seem to expensive.
The Saturns are over 2500lbs.
Yes, the mazda is right at the limit but real sporty looking if I could squeeze myself into one.
Tom
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henson1201
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REPLYS:
In regards to Forums: I could wait a week in the dingy forum and not get this type of responses 
Thanks keep em coming
Tom
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Roger Kneeland
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I used to tow a a 4spd stick Neon (and drive it to work), not very sexy but worked great ... might be tuff to find a stick version
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Road Hog
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The Suzuki XL-7 is worth a look, even though a little more expensive and a little more weight.
3200 lb
Auto Trans
4WD
Tows 4 down
No modifications or fuse pulling
Does not advance the odometer
Very roomy
Good gas mileage
Very reliable
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