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#31 of 794 stevesims by stevesims Oct 02, 1998 (9:49 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) At 6'3" I have the same problem. We rented a Ford Contour recently, and for such a small car, the headroom is very good.
#32 of 794 izero by izero Oct 04, 1998 (12:58 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) dasent, you could probably fit in the A4 due to it's seat travel, but forget anyone sitting behind you when you fit. The old 3-Series didn't fit me at all...
#33 of 794 fmilder by fmilder Oct 05, 1998 (11:47 am)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) Dasent -- I'm not that tall (only 5-11), but I have a tall upper body, and I've driven most of the cars that you described. 1999 Chysler 300M(used) Lots of features, but surprisingly not as "polished" as you would expect given the features and the price. 1998 Dodge Intrepid ES -- In my humble opinion doesn't handle or brake as well as other cars. Very slick styling however, and not that expensive for the size/features. Olds Intrigue -- I found that the base car could handle a little better, and the GLS was a little harsh (I have the same reaction to the Grand Prix GTP). However, very reasonably priced, and nice looking inside. Olds Alero _ Perhaps a little small for someone quite as big as you. I really liked this car, but it is NOISY. (Does anyone else think so?) 1997-99 Maxima SE -- I love the pickup on a Maxima and I think it's a very nice car. I'd only like to get something a little different from what so many people seem to be getting. Still, there's little not to like. The only other thing that I can think of is the lack of traction control until the 1999 model. Camry V6 5 speed (new 2 door or 4 door) -- Do you really fit into a Camry? I don't. Lexus ES300 (used) -- I don't think that I (or you) fit into a Lexus ES 300 either, although maybe with the seat all the way down. (It should be the same size as a Toyota, I suppose.) BMW 3 series and the Audi A4 are truly small. I wouldn't consider them. The Audi A6 is nice, but it has terrible low end pickup (going 0 to 30 seems to take forever), and I find the inside so "busy", that it's not all that relaxing ... Of course, much of the auto press loves it, and the wood trim and "atmospheres" are very nice. (One other thing -- I believe that the Audi can be very expensive for body work because of that fancy laser welding, etc. Consumers Reports spent 2-3 times a much as other similar cars to repair the damage of its "bumper basher"; Car & Driver had a similar comment about repairing an A8) You'd really have to thread yourself into a BMW 3 series. You could consider the 5's, but they are a lot more money. Have you considered the Saab 9-5 or the new Acura TL? These are both plenty big enough, and both are fun to drive and nice looking on the inside. Both also have good lease promotions going on right now (in the $399 range). The VW Passat also has good headroom, but it's a little tight for your knees.              Lots of luck!
#34 of 794 slorenzen by slorenzen Oct 05, 1998 (2:24 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) How about the Avalon? I'm 6'2", but long in the torso, and I fit fine in this car. No 5-speed, however...
#35 of 794 dasent by dasent Oct 05, 1998 (8:09 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) Thanks for all the info fmilder, and the others that contributed. I guess I forgot to mention that my wife's car is the 4 cyl Toyota Camry LE with auto. Nice, comfortable, reliable transpo, but very boring. I couldn't imagine having an Avalon also (no offense). I may never find a reason to leave the house! The Camry 5-speed is too rare to find, and not exciting enough to warrant the trouble to find one. I've tried... My parents drive the ES300 ('95). It is a bit tight behind me, but I do love to drive it when I'm home! Head room is no problem, as usual. I still love the 300M though, but could compromise for the Intrepid. I drove 300M back to back with the ES300, and thought it felt similar, if not better. But there's always their reputation. After a few years, who knows how good the Chryslers will hold up. Father Time will... I'd worry too much with the Contour due to its reputation. The Intrigue doesn't seem to be holding up well for Edmunds' test. The Maxima, and Passat seem like good bets. I probably can't go wrong with the ES300 or TL either. Thanks again.
#36 of 794 malibu1 by malibu1 Oct 08, 1998 (10:28 am)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) I'm 6'3" and have a 1998 Chevrolet Malibu LS. Plenty of headroom and the legroom is just as spacious. The interior of the Malibu is quite bit larger than the Altima, Accord or Camry. Peppy little car also with a very rigid and tight body. Check it out. Malibu1
#37 of 794 majordomo by majordomo Nov 05, 1998 (1:03 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) I'm 6'3" and can't find enough headroom in many modern-day cars. For example, I could use another 4 to 6 inches in the 98 Riviera. Best car I ever had for headroom, legroom, and rear seat is my 92 Continental. Just ordered a 300M, and the headroom in that barely suffices. Good legroom however.
#38 of 794 Grand Marquis by REAllen Nov 06, 1998 (11:28 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) As far as legroom goes, the Grand Marquis is the best. (Identical mechanically to the Ford LTD and Lincoln Town Car). At about 6' 1", I'm probably short for this group of people, but I can scoot the seat far enough back that I have a hard time reaching pedals and the wheel, and I have enough headroom to wear a Stetson hat in the car. I know somebody recommended a Bonneville, but the Grand Marquis/LTD is much roomier, and priced less. My mother owns a Bonneville, and while it is a nice, reliable car (only trouble was dead battery and me getting it hit by a Dodge Ram), it is much much smaller than my Grand Marquis. Bonneville is what the industry calls a "midsize car" while the Grand Marquis is "full size." And backseat legroom in the Grand Marquis, while not quite a spacious as the front (no car is) is more than enough for me. I can see I'm rambling again, so I'll shut up now. R. Allen
#39 of 794 mullery by mullery Nov 11, 1998 (11:32 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) I'm 6'5" tall (36 inch inseam, 38 arms). I have sat in and tested most of the cars mentioned above. I decided to buy a Passat. It has gobs of headroom, even with the sunroof. The legroom is also quite good, even in the back with the front seat adjusted for my long legs. I thought the 300M was huge inside, but also felt huge behind the wheel. The A4 is a little tighter up front than the Passat, but the rear legroom is much less. The 1999 BMW 3-series felt too small overall in just about every dimension. I think the BMW feels smaller than it really is. Check out the Passat, but be warned... availability can be a real problem, especially if you like leather interior. I've got one on order.
#40 of 794 reBMW by reBMW Nov 12, 1998 (3:47 pm)
Replying to: fudd2be (Mar 31, 2000 6:17 pm) 6'2", 35" inseam, 36" sleeve, 220lb. i must proclaim - do not buy a bmw 3 series if you are much over 5'11". i have creamed my head more times that i care to actually say getting into one those cars (new and used) and i drove an rx-7 years ago. i would suggest the bmw 740iL because it has room to rent, safety, style, and is peppy for a huge car. if you can't swing the price new, give some thought to used because 740iLs coming off of 3 or 4 years leases are often very attractively priced. oh, and just say no to the a4 or a6, they are small inside and feel smaller the longer you're in one.

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