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160 messages, Last post on Feb 16, 2009 at 10:34 PM
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| Sorry, it took awhile to come back here, I'm just getting your question about what kind of cars I drive. I used to drive the Suzuki Samauri (8yrs) which was 'made' for me. It was my little baby truck. But, I'm currently driving '99 Oldsmobile Alero and '00 BMW M Roadster. I use a pillow for the BMW, and I love both cars. | |
| I am 5 ft even, 120 lbs, and have driven an '85 5-speed Honda Accord for 7 years. I bought a 77 International Traveller and loved the power, but hated the automatic tranny. I just used a pillow and since it had just lap belts, there was no problem with seat-belt choke. However that started me on Suburban Attack Vehicles....I bought an '95 Isuzu Rodeo (no airbag) and had it for two months before it got totaled. (no-one was hurt, not even whiplash) Really liked the its peppy attitude and the handling. Now I am buying a 95 Toyota 4-runner (no airbag), but everything on the dash is within reach of me. It is a great fit. I will continue buying used vehicles as long as they keep making airbags the way they do. I have heard that there are some changes in the pipeline, but mostly these will be in cars I cannot afford. That seems to be the biggest problem with the car industry....all these great saftey features on really expensive cars. | |
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| Help! I need to replace my '89 Accord. I'm 5'1", 100 lbs. I love the new Accords, but now they are mid-size which makes it more difficult to reach the accelerator and be far enough away from the steering wheel. I've read the other comments in this section regarding small SUV's: Honda's CR-V,Toyota's RAV-4, and Subaru's Forester. Don't have much time to car shop as I believe Tues. Jan 2nd is the last day for those end of the year deals. I've always driven a sedan, but I guess I could use a small SUV for taking child to college. Any comments or experiences would be helpful. How about that adjustable seat pedal. Can you put that on any vehicle? I'd really like to but this Accord but it is a stretch for me and the Civic I'm not too sure about. Any suggestions ASAP would be appreciated. | |
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Welcome to Women's Auto Center. Pedal adjusters usually work for all makes and models. I have heard the Subaru Forester and Rav 4 are really good vehicles for petite women. The Honda Civic is another vehicle ,in which,smaller individuals can drive comfertablly.. An since, you already owned a Honda your pretty familiar with how they drive. Post back and let us know what you decided to buy and why???? md_tech Host Women's Auto Center |
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| HI, My mom is smaller than 5.0 and I called the NSTB National safty transportation board, they sent me paper work allowing me to have a switch put in to turn the bag on and off.This is a good idea only if you can't get far enough away from the bag.They will suggest a mechanic for you that will try to charge 400 + bucks. I went to my mechanic who must mail the paper work back to them,after the installation.He charged me 80.00. Im not possitive they are called NSTB,but it is something like that. Mom has a 96 Bonniville that even an average size person seems to sit to close. | |
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That was a good idea having a on and off switch installed in your mothers vehicle. Some vehicles are now coming with these switches already installed at the factory... Did it take long for them to send you out the proper paper work??? md_tech Host Women's Auto Center Message Board |
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I am 5'0" tall and fit just great in my new 01 Accord EX-V6. In fact, I wound up buying another Accord (I've been driving them for 20 years) because they "fit" so well. There is no problem reaching the pedals. I test drove the Taurus with pedal extensions, and it felt fine. The Buick Century was a joke. Terrible fit. The Altima felt real good. I was with my girlfriend when she test-drove the Foerster, and although I don't know what it feels like to drive, I really fell in love with it. I also test drove the new Rav-4. Wonderful improvement over the 2000 model, where you were really scrunched up; this one fits fine and you have lots of space up front. I think the Japanese do a better job of building cars for little women! |
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| I Dont remember exactly but I think it was two to three weaks. Maybe sooner. Good luck! | |
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| Yes! After much trial and tribulation, I finally decided on a gold Accord V6. I also am having it undercoated and rustproofed, paint and fabric protector. I might hold up on picking up the car for a few days to make sure it doesn't smell. I really worry the smell might linger on. Anyone with experience on this? | |
| Congratulations on your new car. We are now driving the same car in the same color. And I know you aren't having problems with the fit. But cancel the protective coating on the paint and fabric if you can; it's just the dealer's way of making money. See other topics under maintenance and sedans to learn what others are using to keep their paint and leather in great condition. My husband doesn't believe I am going to do all this myself, but I am sure going to try. I am in love with this car and hope you enjoy it to the fullest. | |
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