That would be the completely WRONG car for a first car. The mini rails are unique and have some definite advantages and disadvantages. The people that have mini rails love them but I wouldn't recommend one for a first car. If you want to stay with $25K a V8 car is out. VW's anymore are just as expensive as a Honda or a Subaru. Take your time and shop around. My advice would be to ask as many people as you can for a ride a see what you like best. :jester: