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Re: bmws [stickguy] by qbrozen
Nov 12, 2008 (8:46 am)
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Replying to: stickguy (Nov 11, 2008 7:49 pm)

stickguy, a place called mannheim imports posted on swedespeed that they have 5 regular V70s in stock. They don't list the engines, though. You may want to call.
 
2004 VOLVO V70 ASR $17,850 Black 38,181 Auto
2004 VOLVO V70 ASR $16,950 Silver 46,867 Auto
2006 VOLVO V70 ASR $15,950 willow 66,888 Auto
2005 VOLVO V70 ASR $17,950 Blue 41,450 Auto
2005 VOLVO V70 ASR $16,750 green 54,298 Auto
 
Prices seem a little high to me. But maybe that Blue '05, if a 2.5T, with some negotiating?
 
http://www.manheimimports.com
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Q and KY by stickguy
Nov 12, 2008 (9:17 am)
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thanks for the input. The X3 was just a thought. If I still was working real lose to home and doing 1/2 the miles, I might go for it. I do actually like the 325 better.
 
I like XC90s, but am not considering it for the same reason. Bigger than I need, and doesn't get very good mileage. But, If I needed to replace the minivan now, I might go that way.
 
I saw the SS posting Q. I also saw a few of their listings on Ebay. They have some nice stuff, but pricey, but remember, there is always asking and taking on any car price!
 
I have been working with JRL on Volvos. Just getting frustrating that there are no V70s out there, unless I want to downgrade to a base motor (too slow), or upgrade to a XC70 (don't really like the looks, but I should go at least drive one). Decided the V50 AWD wasn't quite right for me, so passed on that.
 
I think the 12K miles V70R from a few weeks ago was the one I will regret not poaching. Wouldn't have been possible anyway the way the sale went. It just resold on Ebay fromt eh dealer in Oh that bought it for ~21,900 IIRC. Nice little profit for him.
 
So, if the 325xiT doesn't work out, I will keep waiting for something good to pop up. May end up getting snows for the Accord just as a safety measure, or steal the Odyssey from my wife if the weather looks dodgy. She can always work from home if need be. I can't.
 
If my commute changes in the spring to become more local (it might), then I will revisit the shole process if I still am driving the Honda.
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Manheim by stickguy
Nov 12, 2008 (9:18 am)
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Forgot to mention, I am 99% sure those are all base 2.4i cars. Not enough engine in something that heavy.
 
Real good deals these days on S60s if you don't need a wagon.
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Re: OnStar navigation [corvette] by guss
Nov 12, 2008 (12:14 pm)
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Replying to: corvette (Nov 12, 2008 5:49 am)

I agree, I tried the onstar directions for the first time over the weekend. I had already printed out the Mapquest directions and they were slightly different. I thought they were better initially than the Onstar directions so I followed them thinking Onstar would recalculate. Onstar just gave up and did not come back until I got back to their rote 15 miles later. Their phrasing was a little vague to, like "slight right turn" when it is a right turn , period.
 
Stick, you better get moving, woody is going to buy a house before you get your next car.
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Re: bmws [stickguy] by roadburner
Nov 12, 2008 (12:27 pm)
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Replying to: stickguy (Nov 11, 2008 7:49 pm)

I passed on a nice 2003 325xiT- with a manual tranny
It would have made the perfect commuter sled...
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Re: Here I go again... [roadburner] by woodyww
Nov 12, 2008 (2:41 pm)
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Replying to: roadburner (Nov 09, 2008 2:21 pm)

used BMWs. I have a great local dealer, a great indie shop, and I've been driving and wrenching on them for over 25 years.
 
So the Mazdaspeed3 keeps breaking, you need to drive 400 miles R/T for repairs, but you could unload it for a nice used bmw where you'd have both a great local dealer and a great indie shop. That's a tough one..... But seriously, this trade for the 330i PP sounds like one of your best ideas so far (to me).
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Re: bmws [stickguy] by gouldn
Nov 12, 2008 (5:55 pm)
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Replying to: stickguy (Nov 11, 2008 7:49 pm)

I've put 1000 miles on my CPO 07 X3 so far in two and half weeks. I'm getting 22.5 mpg consistently in a 80% highway commute. Not terrible; a touch lower than I got in my Forester. So far I like it ... the handling is sharp, and the seats comfortable. I also drove a 05 3 series wagon, but it was in rough condition, so I went for the X3.
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Radio by corvette
Nov 14, 2008 (4:48 pm)
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I ran an errand after lunch today and realized that the radio in the Audi didn't turn itself off when I took out the key and opened the door. Tried turning the car on/off a few times, but the radio stayed on... I finally resorted to manually turning the radio off (press and hold the power button). Once I got home, I disconnected the car battery for about ten minutes, then reconnected it, and everything was fine. (Hey, that's easier than making an appointment and taking it in to the dealer...)
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Re: Radio [corvette] by boomchek
Nov 14, 2008 (5:28 pm)
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Replying to: corvette (Nov 14, 2008 4:48 pm)

I think it stays on for a few seconds after you get out of the car, doesn't it?
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Re: Radio [boomchek] by corvette
Nov 14, 2008 (6:27 pm)
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Replying to: boomchek (Nov 14, 2008 5:28 pm)

I had to go out in the garage just now and check... No, on the Audi, it turns off immediately once you remove the ignition key. On the Pontiac, it turns off when you open the driver's door.

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