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Replying to: sandman46 (May 15, 2006 5:40 pm) Over time I've tweaked my settings on the seat and it's become more comfy for me. I test drove an Accord and Camry, but really test drove a Civic much more. I did like the seats in the Civic, just wish it had a bit more hip room. It's a smaller car though. The telescoping steering it had was one feature the Galant could sure use! I can't remember it having any more seat controls than the Galant. I'm not offended by the step above comment, and most "experts" feel the same, thus the higher marks and recommendations for those other two. I'd say the masses agree with you, which is one reason that Accords and Camrys outsell the Galant. Part of that is also brand name buying, i.e., the reputation of Honda and Toyota. It wasn't just cost that made me choose the Galant, though that was a factor. Honda and Toyota dealers were very high pressure, and left a bad impression. One Honda dealer tried to sneak in a paper to sign that stated if I liked the car I'd buy it! This was just to test drive the thing! The Honda and Toyota dealers would not come down much, if any, off the sticker prices. And this in spite of the fact that the 07 Camry was due on their lot in a week. I couldn't get the great financing terms from them that Mitsubishi gave, either. All I heard was how it would be made up in residual value. I visited many dealers. I'm the kind of person that analyzes decisions long after they've been made. The more I drive the Galant, the more I love it. Being different than the masses has appeal. The Galant exterior is so much more to my liking than the Camry, Accord or Civic. It drives like a dream. Other than "because they don't have to" I can't figure out why Toyota and Honda don't match Mitsubishi's warranty. That was a big factor in my decision. My research showed the Galant to be reliable (real from previous models and predicted for the new), so it wasn't as if "you're going to need it for sure" was in the equation. What was in the mix was the other two makes breaking down. If you are the one in a thousand that needs the repairs after 36k or three years, that excellent reputation won't help. |
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Just flipped the Galant for a Sonata at Enterprise and I'm quite impressed. Drives great and super comfy for the bad back, so I'm now a happy camper. Wouldn't even mind if my Sentra never came home. A bit more visual appeal than the Galant to my taste also. If you'd have asked me about any Korean car 5 years ago I'd have said "no way". But now...I'd probaly very seriously consider it!!!! The Sandman 
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Replying to: sandman46 (May 17, 2006 3:08 pm) |
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It has a sunroof and comfortable cloth seats...no power or leather. We just got home and opened the sunroof while getting ice cream. What a blast. I know one thing now...I'm definitely ready for a new ride!!!! The Sandman 
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Does anyone know how to program a key fob for a 2003 Galant 2.4L? Can't understand why this is such a secret. Is it THE MAN trying to keep us paying or what. Also are there any recommendations for timing belt replacement for the 2.4L? I own a 1998 and a 2003 Galant and love them both. Hard to beat for the money. I love it when people say the Camry and Accord have higher resale. They should you paid more for them in the first place. The percent of depreciation is pretty constant on all the cars. |
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For those that appreciate the newest technologys like standard side curtain airbags, traction control, mp3 inputs, etc only new will do. These safety enhancements weren't available 4 years ago on standard autos only luxury vehicles. And this has been the case about new vs used for the last 20 years. The once optional technology is now standard as in air, power windows, cruise control and remote locks.... Now the best way to beat depreciation on the new vehicle is buy low. If you buy the new car that's on sale, the loss leader you will usually not only get the best deal, you also get the fastest haggle free service as well. Buy the price leader! Search vehicles which have rebates available. Last year's vehicle still on the lot really can have large rebates and if you currently own the same brand many manufacturers have loyalty rebates as well. Example... An '04 Mitsu Galant LS V6 ($22,000) bought last January '05 had $6,000 of rebates plus another deep discount (under invoice and hold backs!) for being last years model. AND it came with FREE maintainance for 44 months plus a 10 year powertrain, 5 year bumper to bumper warranty. Sold for $13,999.... Try that with a current V6 model Accord or Camry, won't happen. Kelly Blue book will provide you with "trade in" (realistic) values 4 years hence. An '05 V6 Accord $24,500 MSRP would likely sell for $23,700. A 2001 Accord LS V6 model would be worth $9,060 Trade-in. Accord depreciated $14,640..... The '04 Galant LS V6 ($13,999 after rebates) would be worth $8,450. The '04 Galant depreciated $5,550. You save $9,085! Does buying new make more sense now. See how distressed inventory can work to your advantage. Buy Low, sell lower! And here's how you do it. Arrive early Saturday at the dealership while the salesmen are in their meeting. Find the leader car in the lot, check the VIN. Make sure it's the one listed in the paper. Decide if you can live with the color. Remember it's the interior color that you will REALLY be living with. Also keep in mind a secondary car on the lot as well in case negotiations stall. Tell the salesmanager ( you'll meet him or his assistant as the salesmen are still in that meeting) that you're not, NOT in love with the car and can take it or leave it. That there's another nice price leader you can land on in his same lot or at another dealer all together. This is important to have an alternative choice. You'll be rushed through the process and home with the latest technology by 10:30AM. First sale of the day is win win. You get treated like gold because your first, the salesfolks get a chance to make 2 more sales that day and win whatever contest the managers have on to reward high sales for the day. Ah new car smell and the latest gadgets and lowest depreciation. Now who's laughing. Folks will wonder why you're smiling.... Happy Motoring! |
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I have a 1998 galant. I have had issues with stalling over the last six months. When I took it to the shop, they said I needed my fuel injectors flushed. I had this done and it was fine for about 2 months. It started hesitating again, but when I took it back to the shop, it was fine. They suggested bad gas, so I now use Exxon only. 2 months later, I am having the same issue. When the car is in idle, it hesitates as if it wants to cut off. The shop suggested using a gas treatment. I have done that, but it still wants to cut off. No one seems to know what the problem is. Any suggestions?
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Replying to: galantfanatic (May 14, 2006 9:09 am) I'm glad to hear you're still enjoying your Galant. I still like mine too. I've seen lots of nice new cars on the road, but I haven't yet had that "I wish I had bought that instead..." feeling that I've had with other car purchases. I too get my oil changed every 3K miles, but my dealership does the 'Tires for Life' program and I have to get my oil changed every 3K miles and have my tires rotated & balanced every other oil change to qualify. Although I get annoyed when the service advisor tries to sell me an expensive "This is what we recommend..." package that goes well above and beyond what the manual states. I had some very minor issues at first with the front seat. My previous car (Chrysler Sebring) had excellent lumbar support, but once I made some adjustments to the seats, I was able to get more comfortable behind the wheel. I have not had the groaning experience, but we live in an apartment and I don't usually have to park on incline. I'll pay closer attention next time I find myself in that situation. I can play CD-Rs on my stereo without any problems (we buy the Sony CD-R audio discs), but I have encountered a rather odd issue with my stereo. I have to turn the volume up louder than I used to, and I really don't think I've suddenly developed any hearing issues. Happy driving and enjoy your weekend!
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Replying to: yummy (May 18, 2006 4:27 pm) |
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Just 1 thing i will say....I WILL buy one!
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