Lecture Notes: Top 10 Best Rear-Wheel Drive JDM Cars Under $5,000

Introduction

• Presenter: Mark Rodin
• Topic: Top 10 best rear-wheel drive JDM cars for under $5,000
• Reason for Topic: Love for JDM, rear-wheel drive, and affordable cars
• Format: Return to a "Top 10" list format for a shorter video

Top 10 List

10. Toyota MR2 AW11

• Generation: First
• Engine: 1.6L inline-4, 124 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Difficult to find under $5,000
  • Experiences snap oversteer due to mid-engine layout

9. Lexus LS400

• Engine: 4.0L V8, 270 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Features:
  • Known for reliability and decent gas mileage
  • Aesthetic can be improved with simple modifications

8. Nissan 240SX S13

• Engine: 2.4L inline-4, 145 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Price varies by region due to rust issues
  • Requires patience to find under $5,000

7. Lexus SC300

• Engine: 3.0L inline-6 (2JZ), 225 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Manual versions are rare under $5,000
  • Naturally aspirated, no turbo

6. Toyota Supra Mark III

• Engine: 2.5L inline-6, 200 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Naturally aspirated models are affordable but less powerful
  • Heavy and potentially unreliable

5. Nissan 300ZX Z31

• Engine: 3.0L V6, 222 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Easier to find clean models under $5,000
  • Challenging engine space for repairs

4. Mazda RX7 FC

• Engine: 1.3L two-rotor rotary engine, 160 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • High maintenance with reliability issues
  • Consider engine swaps for better reliability

3. Lexus IS300

• Engine: 3.0L inline-6 (2JZGE), 225 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Smaller and lighter than SC300
  • Manual versions are available with effort

2. Infiniti G35 Coupe

• Engine: 3.5L V6, 287 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Reliable with modern tech features
  • Slightly heavy but still fun to drive

Honorable Mention: Hyundai Genesis Coupe BK1

• Engine: 3.8L V6, 290 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Not Japanese but similar in spirit

1. Mazda Miata NB

• Engine: 1.8L inline-4, 135 horsepower
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Notes:
  • Popular for cornering and drifting
  • Reliable and affordable

Conclusion

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Final Thoughts

• The video aims to provide affordable options for JDM enthusiasts.
• Continues to value viewer recommendations for content direction.