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What is this discussion about? Chevrolet Malibu, Nissan Maxima, Mazda MAZDA3, Nissan Altima, Honda Accord, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Lexus IS 250, Acura TSX, Car Comparisons, Sedan


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#1661 of 1950
Re: Comfort, Power, Bang for the Buck [kdshapiro] by bwia
Mar 13, 2008 (11:53 am)
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Replying to: kdshapiro (Mar 13, 2008 6:44 am)

That is not my impression of the car. It think it's ugly compared to the '08' Honda. And the quality of the materials were just OK. We all have different yardsticks in measurments of cars. One persons luxury car is another persons bottom feeder.
 
kds --- I think your views and opinions are in the minority and do not describe the 2008 Malibu. The quality of the interior materials, fit and finish, and ergonomics are best in class and even equal to those described as entry level luxury sedans.
 
the graduate -- Maybe it's time to begin changing your perceptions of the car a little more. The door handles are firm and competent even more so than the Volvo S70 that we traded in and my Avalon XLS.
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I just got an 08 Civic EX by tomsr1
Mar 13, 2008 (3:13 pm)
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If I did not care about $3.50 gas I would have gotten the Si and have some fun.As it is I got the Civic sedan because I had to please the wife.My first tank got
36 mpg which is comparable to the Fit which I like except for the lack of power and it lacks storage space for CDs,etc.The possible mistake I made was getting the extended warranty to 120k miles.I will probably never have to use it but when the basic warranty is up I'll have no reason get rid of it.I had considered a prius but
lack of power bored me. At least now if I want to waste gas I can use all 140
horses at my leisure.
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Re: Comfort, Power, Bang for the Buck [bwia] by thegraduate
Mar 14, 2008 (8:35 am)
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Replying to: bwia (Mar 13, 2008 11:53 am)

I'm not going to change my perceptions until IT does. The Ford Taurus actually did, giving me a positive impression of Ford. The Malibu, so far, hasn't (pull out your handle with the door locked, and you'll see the handle wiggles up and down easily).
 
Bad first impression of what might be a great car otherwise.
#1664 of 1950
Re: I just got an 08 Civic EX [tomsr1] by thegraduate
Mar 14, 2008 (8:36 am)
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Replying to: tomsr1 (Mar 13, 2008 3:13 pm)

If I did not care about $3.50 gas I would have gotten the Si and have some fun.As it is I got the Civic sedan because I had to please the wife.
 
You know the Si comes in sedan form, don't ya?
#1665 of 1950
Re: Comfort, Power, Bang for the Buck [tifighter] by ronsmith38
Mar 15, 2008 (11:28 am)
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Replying to: tifighter (Mar 10, 2008 3:15 pm)

There are some great deals on Taurus or Sable out there:
http://www.dalejarrettford.com/ad/DaleJarrettAd.pdf
I bought a Sable over a month ago, and think I got a good deal:
http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/WebX/.f166ea9.f166af7/23
I have less than 500 miles on it, but I really like it so far.
#1666 of 1950
Re: I just got an 08 Civic EX [thegraduate] by hkl
Mar 16, 2008 (10:25 am)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Mar 14, 2008 8:36 am)

Don't feel bad, I did the same. It is for my daughter, so I don't want her to saddle with the premium gas consumption of the Si. I drove a 98 Prelude, but my son bought it from me. After a month of driving, the EX (coupe) is not so bad, as I am getting used to it. My daughter will never know what she is missing, since she didn't drive the Prelude.The EX is a 5-speed manual. I go back to my Accord V6.
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Re: Comfort, Power, Bang for the Buck [ronsmith38] by backy
Mar 17, 2008 (7:35 am)
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Replying to: ronsmith38 (Mar 15, 2008 11:28 am)

Yes indeed. I saw an ad in the Minneapolis StarTribune yesterday for new '08 Taurii for just under $19k, and slightly used '08s for just under $17k. That is a lot of car for the money, especially considering what you would pay for a car like the Avalon with comparable power and room.
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Consumer Reports vs. Edmunds by skyblu88
Mar 17, 2008 (10:48 am)
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I am getting ready to purchase a Mazda3 5-door.
 
Does anyone know if it is worth spending the $14.00 for the CR vehicle price report from CR, or is the same info available here on Edmunds?
 
Thanks!
 
 
#1669 of 1950
Re: Consumer Reports vs. Edmunds [skyblu88] by thegraduate
Mar 17, 2008 (11:10 am)
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Replying to: skyblu88 (Mar 17, 2008 10:48 am)

Mazda 3 Prices Paid and Buying Experience
 
Try poking around this board, asking whatever questions you have; you might find some answers! It'll let you know what others are paying.
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Re: Comfort, Power, Bang for the Buck [thegraduate] by bhmr59
Mar 22, 2008 (7:13 pm)
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Replying to: thegraduate (Mar 10, 2008 12:01 pm)

Grad.
 
Tell them to test drive an Azera and see it they like it. One of my buddies has one and it's a fantastic car. '07 Limited w. Ultimate pkg. Sticker was $31K+. He paid $25700 last April + $189 doc fee + TTL. Great car, great highway cruiser.
 
Maybe they'll like it, maybe they won't...but they won't know unless they test drive it.

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