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#925 of 948 Gas milage is unreal by robert138 Apr 14, 2009 (5:52 am)
My daughter just bought a 2009 Sonata V6 and is getting 37 mpg on the highway!!!!
#926 of 948 Re: What are the Best non-Japanese Used Cars? [deltheking] by isellhondas Apr 14, 2009 (8:00 am)
Replying to: deltheking (Apr 13, 2009 11:13 am) Yes, used Hyundais can be a great value because of the horrible resale values! Just don't buy a new one unless you plan to keep it a very long time!
#927 of 948 Re: What are the Best non-Japanese Used Cars? [deltheking] by lhy Apr 16, 2009 (9:05 pm)
Replying to: deltheking (Apr 13, 2009 11:13 am) What are repair and maintenance costs like on Hyundais or Kias?   Are these costs more expensive compared to other imports or domestic cars?   And are there problems finding mechanics (other than Hyundai dealerships) who know how to fix Hyundais/Kias?
#928 of 948 Re: What are the Best non-Japanese Used Cars? [kirstie_h] by asafonov Apr 24, 2009 (2:01 pm)
Replying to: kirstie_h (Apr 06, 2009 6:42 am) The G20 is the Infiniti version of the Nissan Sentra.   Primera, actually - a somewhat larger FWD platform, available in Europe as a Nissan. I had both an older Sentra and and a G20 (both manual), and the drives could not have been compared (G20 much nicer.)
#929 of 948 Looking for a used car for my daughter by steff1 Jun 25, 2009 (6:53 pm)
I am in the process of searching for a used vehicle for my daughter. She wants something sporty. Price range of 7000-9000. We have been looking at Chrysler Sebrings (2004) any one have any advice? Thank you Replies to this message: lilengineerboy (Jun 25, 2009 7:22 pm) plekto (Jun 25, 2009 11:16 pm) igozoomzoom (Jul 06, 2009 12:39 pm) qbrozen (Jun 26, 2009 10:38 am) fezo (Jun 26, 2009 12:32 pm) morin2 (Jun 26, 2009 5:05 pm) oldfarmer50 (Jul 06, 2009 7:15 am)
#930 of 948 Re: Looking for a used car for my daughter [steff1] by lilengineerboy Jun 25, 2009 (7:22 pm)
Replying to: steff1 (Jun 25, 2009 6:53 pm) I am in the process of searching for a used vehicle for my daughter. She wants something sporty. Price range of 7000-9000. We have been looking at Chrysler Sebrings (2004) any one have any advice? Thank you   That would likely not be it.   Do you have an age range or mileage constraints? Are any features manditory? You might be interested in anti-lock brakes, stability control systems, and various air bags to help young drivers stay out of trouble and mitigate injury should it be necessary. Does it need to be a sedan? Automatic or manual? Do you have a target fuel economy in mind? Does it snow where you live? Replies to this message: plekto (Jun 25, 2009 11:16 pm) igozoomzoom (Jul 06, 2009 12:39 pm)
#931 of 948 Re: Looking for a used car for my daughter [lilengineerboy] by plekto Jun 25, 2009 (11:16 pm)
Replying to: lilengineerboy (Jun 25, 2009 7:22 pm) Used Lexus IS300.   Nothing's going to be more reliable and provide a "European" type feel that's just right for the average driver. I't's the only car in the last 5 years or more that I drove and it reminded me of the old 1990s Volvos. Tight, controlled, and a great car to drive.   The IS250 is underpowered and pricey for what it is. The IS350 is more of a muscle car - it doesn't have the same light on its feet feel as the older IS300.(plus is hugely expensive, even used)   http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=262303550 Good example. Built to last 15-20 years, so 7-8 years old isn't a problem at all.
#932 of 948 Re: Looking for a used car for my daughter [steff1] by qbrozen Jun 26, 2009 (10:38 am)
Replying to: steff1 (Jun 25, 2009 6:53 pm) She wants something sporty.... We have been looking at Chrysler Sebrings   Huh. Ummmm..... huh.   Sooo... when you say "sporty" you obviously have a very different definition than me. Can you be more specific? Replies to this message: fezo (Jun 26, 2009 12:32 pm)
#933 of 948 Re: Looking for a used car for my daughter [qbrozen] by fezo Jun 26, 2009 (12:32 pm)
Replying to: qbrozen (Jun 26, 2009 10:38 am) Unless you are talking about a Sebring convertible I don't think there's any case to be made for a Sebring. There's one thing to be said for a Sebring convertible - the top comes down. Actually if you can find one of those cheap they're OK for what they are because they are pretty much their own market.   I have a soon to be licensed driver who I may be buying for. Right now my plan is for her and I to split two cars - our Ody van and my Celica convertible. If I could find a cheap Mazda 3 or some such thing maybe I'll yield...
#934 of 948 Re: Looking for a used car for my daughter [steff1] by morin2 Jun 26, 2009 (5:05 pm)
Replying to: steff1 (Jun 25, 2009 6:53 pm) Can't recommend a Sebring. There are more great used cars to choose from than ever before. I'm partial to subarus. An Impreza would be more responsible for a new driver than the WRX - which it resembles. A used Corolla or Camry would be a good choice but not sporty. How about a Vibe/Matrix? - its basically a sporty Corolla wagon... I think a Malibu Maxx, a car you rarely see recommended, could be a darkhorse bargain candidate - if it has been fully checked out by a mechanic and is cheap enough. There are many others and as always, condition is everything, so get a carfax and bring it to your mechanic.

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