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Replying to: tifighter (Nov 07, 2009 9:56 am)
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Replying to: tifighter (Nov 07, 2009 9:56 am) My first choice would probably be some decent, middle-of-the-road 4-cyl sedan. Say, maybe as new/low-mileage of an Altima or Accord that I could find for $7500. However, I have a feeling that I wouldn't find much for that price. I just searched the local CL listings, for example, and found an '02 Altima 2.5S with 110,000 miles on it for $6,995, at a dealership. I'm sure Accords would be worse. I just have trouble grasping the idea of paying that much money for an 8 year old car with over 100,000 miles on it. I know cars tend to last longer these days, but not long enough for me to feel comfortable spending that kind of money. But, KBB lists this car at $7,069 retail asking price, so maybe it's in range. Plus, that $6995 is just an asking price. I know they'll take less. Maybe a lot less, depending on how bad they want the car gone. I dunno if there's anything in the domestics in that price range that would really turn me on. I found a 2004 Malibu LS sedan with 84,000 miles on it, 3.5 V-6, for $7400. In some respects, it's more car for the money...bigger engine, two years newer, 26K less miles. But if forced to choose, I'd probably go with the Nissan! I'll also confess that I like the 2001-2006 Stratus/Sebring sedans, but I don't like the 4-cyl they use in them, and the V-6 would be a bit thirstier than what I'd be looking for. I don't think the first Ford Fusions are old enough, yet to get into that price range, and I've heard that with them, the 4-cyl is kinda lame, almost like they were forcing you to spring for the V-6! Now I'm sure there's plenty of cool older cars I could find for $7500 or less, but I'm trying to think in terms of practical, fairly reliable daily driver...and for someone who has a more "typical" commute than my 3.5 miles!
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how about the 2000 Acura TL I bought last December. 1 owner, all dealer serviced, and just 146,000 miles. All that for $2,000. The other $5500 can go towards new struts and tires, and an emergency fund for in case the tranny dies! Seriously though, i would probably try to find something for 5-5.5K, and keep the extra as a repair emergency fund. |
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Replying to: qbrozen (Nov 06, 2009 9:01 pm) I think it's some kind of rule, or phenomenon: Whatever you want most in a used car (colors, options), you won't find. Holding out for Xenons, or Nav, stick, or SMG? You'll only find that in a color that you won't buy, or has high miles, or "issues". Come to think of it, the 4 cars I've owned with black interiors &/or exteriors have been the best cars I've ever owned. The '73 Mercury Capri with black interior that I had in FL, with weak/failing A/C, now that got truly brutal in the summers.......but a great car other than the scorch marks on one's bum.......(??) |
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Replying to: roadburner (Nov 07, 2009 10:33 am) Not an easy find, that's for sure. Everyone I have seen for years has had 175k+ miles and were nearly all automatic. |
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Replying to: boomchek (Nov 07, 2009 10:20 am) Isuzu Axiom (I like the way it looks, they never sold them in Canada though) How about a Grand Wagoneer? Now that could be cool, but they have appreciated in the past few years. Thirsty, no abs, no airbags, etc. But hey, they're timeless. Isuzu Axiom- you may have a hard time finding one of the seven they sold in the US  But seriously, I once had a 2nd gen Trooper, and it was a solid car. The V6 can be an oil burner, though. And I secretly like the VehiCross...
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I would expect to be able to find a nice Accord or a 98-02 GS300 with around 100k. Only problem is the only Accord and GS' in this price range have tons upon tons of iles on them with unrealistic owners. I found a 99 GS300 with 128k on CL for $8800 private party. The car has not had the 100k service and the owner is firm at $8000. KBB private party is $5500?!? I told him good luck. I found a 2002 GS300 with 65k for $13,200. private party excellent is $11,100. I'm not sure if they are negotiable but I refuse to overpay for a car. If I can't make this work I will go back to looking for a nice TL 6-speed or wait until a magic deal comes along on a newer car.
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Replying to: kyfdx (Nov 07, 2009 5:32 am) The S52 is a very durable engine; you can usually get at least 200,000 miles out of one before it requires a rebuild. Now all I have to do is find a way to unload that miserable Mazdaspeed; did you know that OEM pads for that econobox cost over two times as much as OEM BMW pads for an E46 M3? 
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Replying to: tifighter (Nov 07, 2009 10:07 am) The RV is doing great, but I'm not... I got a flu shot at the end of Sept. and about a week later, I became totally paralyzed from the neck down. With heavy steroids and plasma replacment, I'm on the mend. I was in the hospital for 13 days and couldn't walk as I lost most of my muscle. Things are slowly getting back to normal but will take 3-6 months. I'm just able now to walk without a cane. I still have numbness in my hands, arms and legs but it's coming back slowly. My neurologist says I will make a 100% recovery. Wow, your camping trip would have freaked me out. I have arachnophobia. My goal is to get back in the front seat of the motorhome ASAP! I'm just now able to drive a little (the Bentley needed attention). LOL  Mark156 |
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Replying to: mark156 (Nov 07, 2009 6:33 pm)
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