Given two options, what to buy dc2r or dc5r

[dc2-forshizzle]

Hi guys,

I've been looking for a dc2r for the last few months but a friend has come along and offered me his dc5r for about the sort same money that i would have spent buying a dc2r. Now the dc5r has higher than normal K's, about 140,000km's, has a few minor problems such as air condenser need replacing, headlights leaking.

Which would you buy if in the same situation? Cheers

[45SET]

DC2r if it dosn't have an problems.

[m0nk3y]

ask him to get the parts fixed on the dc5r and then talk about $$ with him

we need more details on the cars, like year, kms, mods etc

[00dc2]

test drive both then decide for yourself....

[IEVAQ8]

dc2r all the way....................

[XP02ED]

if the dc5 is mechanically fine, just the condensor and bolt on stuff like headlights go for it but if there an engine problem, prolly cost u same amount as a normal dc5R

[dc2-forshizzle]

I've test driven about 5 dc2r's. Most under 100,000km's. I definately set my heart on it. I drove my friends dc5r and the performance is very similar honestly i could not tell the difference. Maybe because I haven't maxed out the potential of each car? Anyways, stuff thats steering me towards the dc5r: Better Interior / Driver position. Updated Body shape - basically all things asthetics. The DC5r is a 2002 model with 160,000km's. Engines been well looked after from what I can see, he never tracks his car and daily drives it.

[dc2-forshizzle]

Should I be worried with the K's? Anything else to look for with a dc5r that is 5 years old with above average KM's? Thats what I'm mainly after. Cheers

[bennjamin]

+1 vote for the DC2R. Find a clean example with the lowest k's possible and least mods and you will love it.

[wp89]

160,000 is quite alot of kms on it man..
but if your getting a REALLY good deal then different story

[Spunkymonkey]

dc2r is my pick.

[Jamezy]

DC2R no doubt ;)

[connections]

I think DC2R looks more like a sports car..

DC5R looks too bubbly..

[sretocz]

dc2r just got one and i am loving it

[Barge Ass]

Hyundai Excel eats them both.
DC2R is my next choice.

[twofruitz]

DC5R, only because your going to look like your cashed up driving it :) DC2R on the other hand is more a boy racer which car enthusiasts will recognise.

Im assuming your going to get it for around 21k>??? If so, there is plenty of room to rebuild the motor and gearbox and be better off then buying a Low Km one in the first place.

DC5 also look better IMO.

[air23box]

DC5R, only because your going to look like your cashed up driving it :) DC2R on the other hand is more a boy racer which car enthusiasts will recognise.

Im assuming your going to get it for around 21k>??? If so, there is plenty of room to rebuild the motor and gearbox and be better off then buying a Low Km one in the first place.

DC5 also look better IMO.

I'm with you bro.....put a K24 bottom end and your car will fly.....lol....

[XP02ED]

dc5R!

k series ftw!

if u gna grab the car for about 20ish? then u got about 5-7k to spend on fixing it!

[Jomsy]

Have you noticed how dc2 owners say dc2 and dc5 owners say dc5, personnally id go a dc5 for the main reason its a better base car with more potential

[[RSX 03]]

it just comes down to personal preference dude.

[JDMCVC]

im biased and own a dc5r but i have driven both, like them both the same but at the end of the day dc5 is a newer car and has more potential for power

[Hullabaloo]

From what I've read on the internet/forums (so it must be right :P). it seems that the DC5R is slightly easier to live with (i'm guessing due to slightly more torquey engine, bigger boot, etc). Also K series motor is more responsive when it comes to modifications.

But a lot of people seems to say that stock, the dc2r is a better drivers car.

so depends on what you're looking for in a car...

[X8TEENX]

i m driving a dc5r but then if just performance view then go for dc2r

[Bludger]

buy a daewoo

[Amusevtec]

You've got a DC2 now, if you like what your in now, the DC2r would be a nice upgrade.

DC5R feels alot different, personal preferences, test drive both and see which one you like better.

What condition is the DC2R in? The DC5R is a great daily/weekend car, which ever you make it out to be. More bolstered recaros, cleaner interior, and more potential. DC2R is getting old but that's a selling point to some people, it can be seen as a classic.

IMO, get the one with less problems, doesn't seem like you're that fussed. + it'll save you headaches later.

[aaronng]

Chassis-wise, the DC2R is better than the DC5R. It's because the DC2R started life as a coupe. The DC5R chassis was derived from the Stream minivan. That is one reason why it gets Macpherson struts instead of the DC2R's doublewishbones all round.

[gumbel]

dc2r for track time attack.....

[gheybo]

DC2R ftw :thumbsup:

[Dr.k20z1]

DC5R ftw aswell, i dont own one but i own a DC5S and good lord LOL... u want the looks aswell as the grunt of vtec and torque if u feel me? heheheh i wud personally go DC5S for the leather and sunroof.. but in ur case DC5r foh sho

[hinezz]

CW DC5R :thumbsup: