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Replying to: dtownfb (Jul 22, 2008 9:19 am) If you want all of that, just get a 2-3 year old Buick LaCrosse. The base model has ABS, side airbags, traction control, and on and on - all the stuff that isn't even available on the Aveo. And the 3.8L V6 engine is a tank as far as reliability goes. It's also *slightly* better looking (IMO) than the Grand Prix. http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp;?tracktype=usedcc&searchType=22&paId=27- - - 2653832 $12K - and this is the CXS - same engine as the Cadillac CTS of that year had, plus sport suspension off of the (base) CTS. Astounding car, really - not a typical Buick by any means. Driving it is tight, controlled, and the engine feels like tiny V8. http://www.cars.com/go/search/detail.jsp;?tracktype=usedcc&paId=273634422 Here's one for under $10K - the base model - 2007, no less(with the extended warranty). Though between you and I, I'd get the CXS in a heartbeat as they sold virtually none of them as rentals. The CXS is also literally twice the vehicle to drive. You can get a new for Aveo about $12K. But $12K... Shoot, I could by a 5 year old Mecedes C class for $12K. I really don't understand why first time buyers insist on new cars when a certified one will allow them to step up a couple of levels and get a far better vehicle for their money. |
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Replying to: plekto (Jul 22, 2008 12:24 pm) Initial purchase price is just one part of the budget. Insurance is typically more for fancier vehicles, as are maintenance costs. Mahle oil filter for C240 - $18.95 online...crummy Fram for '87 Yugo - $3. I realize that isn't always the case, but for the most part, more expensive cars have more expensive problems.
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Replying to: lilengineerboy (Jul 22, 2008 3:02 pm) My sister had a similar car - an older Park Avenue with the same engine and transmission and it lasted until the chrome was literally rusting off it 16 years later. |
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Replying to: plekto (Jul 22, 2008 12:24 pm)
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Replying to: corvette (Jul 23, 2008 7:41 am) 
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A reporter with a large national newspaper would like to speak with consumers who traded in their Volvo for another used vehicle. If you are a previous Volvo owner , please respond to ctalati edmunds.com with your daytime contact information no later than Thursday, August 7th.
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Hello there, I am contemplating the purchase of a gently used mid-sized SUV some time in the next year, probably to be used as a third vehicle. My sister and I (we're house mates) each have our cars, and neither one really wants to drive an SUV all the time, but we do need to haul 'stuff' frequently, and we'd like to have something that would be a good bad weather vehicle. She has a hatchback that she's going to turn in when the lease is up next Fall, and she definitely is planning to get a small sedan. And my car is an Impala, which has a massive trunk, but still a sedan and has its limitations. So while we're by no means set on the idea, we're tossing around the notion of purchasing a good SUV with some years/ miles on it with the intention of keeping it around for many years. We tried this once before, but the vehicle we got was an old Chevy Suburban and it was just too darn big! Neither of us wanted to drive it unless it was absolutely necessary and it kind of died of disuse. I'm thinking something about the size of a Jeep Cherokee/ Toyota Highlander/ Honda Pilot/ Dodge Durango, etc. Nothing as big as an Explorer, Tahoe, or any other 'land yachts.' Primary considerations: Good cargo capacity Dependable/doesn't cost a fortune to keep running/insure Decent to drive/ doesn't drive like an 18 wheeler Handles well in nasty weather I am slightly partial to Jeep Grand Cherokees, but have heard enough horror stories from people who have had massive, constant repair bills to give me serious pause. Advice appreciated!  Karen |
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Replying to: kmauss (Aug 14, 2008 9:47 am)
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| For all of you looking for cheap and good quality used cars, public and government car auctions are a great place to find one. There are thousands of vehicles being sold off every week at such auctions. Bidding at such auctions start at $100 and if you are the only bidder on that day, you could be lucky to buy a good quality car at a cheap price. | |
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