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#11 of 280 jeprox by drew_ Sep 13, 2001 (8:42 am)
I actually live in your area, but I'm not aware of any minivan clubs. However, I am a member of the BMW Club of BC (you don't have to own a BMW to join) and we often have fun rallies to various parts of the province. In fact, just this weekend, there is one to Harrison Springs. The club also has very reasonably priced advanced driving class for the members, which was actually my main reason for joining the club.   If you're interested, their website is http://www.bmwccbc.org   I hope this helps! Drew Host Vans, SUVs, and Aftermarket & Accessories message boards
#12 of 280 Electrical Glitch by steeleng Sep 14, 2001 (8:25 am)
I just thought I would post something that I thought might help vernon3. I currently own a '95 Chrysler Cirrus and I have had a similar (not sure that it is the same) electrical experience. On a couple of occasions I have started my car and found that none of the auxiliary electrical systems worked. I first noticed it because the steering effort is increased (this car has electronic variable assist power steering). Upon turning off the car and starting it again everything worked fine.   To get to the point, I have found that it is not an electrical problem, it is the ignition switch. Occasionally, the switch will not return all the way back to the run position from the start position. In the start position all of the auxiliary systems are overridden to route power to the starter. When the switch doesn't return fully the power is not restored to the rest of the cars systems. It is difficult to just bump the key back to the run position without killing the engine so I have found that the safest thing to do is stop the car and reboot.   I hope this has been helpful.
#13 of 280 VW Eurovan with camper package by junebug Sep 17, 2001 (7:31 am)
It's been a couple of years since I posted anything to these boards. I don't know what I would have done without the good advice I received here when I was preparing to buy my new Passat. I love that car more than any I've ever owned -- and I've owned quite a few.   Now I'm thinking of buying a new Eurovan with a camper package. Any advice as to what the best board would be to hop onto? I need to know how reliable these have been and how they might perform in the mountain West.   Thanks -- and it's good to know you guys are still around!
#14 of 280 Hi junebug by steve_ HOST Sep 17, 2001 (7:40 am)
Here's the link to the EuroVan board (prices are down!). Check out the concept van linked in the Additional Resources box too. Steve Host Vans, SUVs and Aftermarket & Accessories Message Boards
#15 of 280 Honda Odyssey by werdman Sep 18, 2001 (7:51 am)
Greetings. I'm thinking about buying the Honda Odyssey EX. However, I heard that Honda may soon debut its version of the Acura MDX. any thoughts out there?
#16 of 280 werdman by drew_ Sep 18, 2001 (9:25 am)
Yes, it's true that a Honda version of the MDX will be out probably by 2003. You may want to check out the SUV message board for more information.   Drew Host Vans, SUVs, and Aftermarket & Accessories message boards
#17 of 280 Posting order by zooland Sep 18, 2001 (4:34 pm)
I have changed my preferences and I always come up with the oldest posting first. I would like the exact opposite, like my email where the most recent is at the top of the list.   Also there are way too many topic areas. Could you just group according to vehicle. For example Ford Windstar and Windstar problems would be in the same group.
#18 of 280 Hi zooland by steve_ HOST Sep 19, 2001 (1:46 pm)
The preferences just affects the sort order in the discussion title list (right Drew?). No way to change the order of the messages themselves, afaik.   We do try to archive or delete duplicate or redundant topics. The separate "problems" topics do tend to be popular though. Although we create them now and then, it's mostly the community members who create the new discussions.   Thanks for the feedback and welcome to Town Hall. Steve Host Vans, SUVs and Aftermarket & Accessories Message Boards
#19 of 280 by drew_ Sep 19, 2001 (3:59 pm)
Oh okay, I thought by "postings" that meant "topics". Yes, that's right Steve . No way to get the newest messages first but by using the message centre and subscriptions (you are using that right, zooland?) it shouldn't matter since you want to read the messages in a flow anyway.   Drew Host Vans, SUVs, and Aftermarket & Accessories message boards
#20 of 280 Still Confused In Portland, Maine by kondor Sep 19, 2001 (7:38 pm)
Have two kids and the third on the way in late November. Do I wait a while to buy or jump in? Here's my story: I'm now feeling like I can jump back into the car buying mode (returning to "normalcy"). I've been researching/reading/test-driving for two months now waiting for the fall end-of -the- model-year buying season. I've read most posts on the various mini-van comparisons. Wow!! My head is spinning! I like the MPV for some very obvious reasons mentioned often in these postings. The price is a big consideration too. I was told recently by a dealer about a Mazda $1500 dealer cash program...is that true? Today I met with a Toyota dealer in Topsham, Maine (where I bought my 99 Camry) and they were desperately trying to sell me a 2002 LE with all of the extras I want for $600 over invoice. The Honda dealer is calling me too. Boy is this a switch! So, do I wait for the 2002 MPV (any updates on when that is due out?) with the 3.0 engine (and will it have more thicker, more comfortable rear seats?), go with either the 2001 MPV LX or the 2002 Sienna OR the New Kia Sedona? I have a chance to get a 1999 Sienna, loaded with 50k miles on it listing at $20995 (can probably get it for $20000). any advice on any of these questions?

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