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Replying to: sebring95 (Jul 28, 2009 8:49 am) The IS300s were pretty good driving car. Lexus copied the 330i about as close as they could and got most of the driving dynamics right. The car is still a bit to soft and floppy and somehow it gets much worse mileage then a 330i with the same tranny but it is close. |
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Replying to: sebring95 (Jul 28, 2009 8:49 am) Quite a few IS300s had manu-matics in them so he probably was in manual mode hitting the buttons on the steering wheel. Drives about the same as stick, just needlessly complex and pricey to fix. http://s496.photobucket.com/albums/rr323/NErun2008/TJs%20GTO/?albumview=grid This is what got me interested in the GTO - few mods and it looks a LOT better with the spoiler removed and dual exhaust put in. Perfect daily driver/sleeper. (the modes he did later on aside, it looks better without the badges and spoiler)
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Replying to: plekto (Jul 28, 2009 9:22 am) I do like the GTO a lot. I think that powertrain could really last a long time and not see some of the expensive gremlins you get in any of the luxo-brands. I have considered one for my commuter (for summer...forget it once the snow flies and the roads I drive...) but it would be a luxury. No way to pay for that with fuel savings like I did my TDI (compared to commuting in my truck). |
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Replying to: sebring95 (Jul 28, 2009 9:37 am) For family and utility purposes, Can someone more familar with trucks enlighten a car guy (for the last 11 years) between these brands, and i am looking at 1500's. Basically i want a nudge in the right direction or to be told what to look out for, or suggestions, by someone who actually knows stuff about trucks 
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Replying to: carstryke (Jul 28, 2009 5:06 pm)
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Replying to: sebring95 (Jul 28, 2009 5:44 pm) |
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Replying to: carstryke (Jul 28, 2009 5:06 pm) So, carefully determine your needs first, then your preferences - that will make your choice easier. |
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I want to buy a new car for about 15k. Several features I have to have are power doors and locks, cruise control, abs, 4 doors and automatic transmission. I am looking to be out the door after tax, destination fee, as well as negotiating and rebates with about 15k. I have looked at the Toyota corolla LE and the Honda Civic EX. It seems the ex runs a little more expensive. (I realize both these cars' MSRP are around 17500 and 19000 respectively but no one pays MSRP price right?) Are there any other brands I should be considering? I don't know how I feel about Kia forte because its the first generation (although it really is just a continuation of the spectra). And the Mazda 3 is a little expensive. Nissan Versa seems nice but I don't know much about it. The Toyota yaris is a little too small, and the Fit doesn't drive as nicely as the civic (after I load up the civic the price is almost the same as the civic). I am a little biased towards Asian cars, especially Japanese cars (I have close ties to Toyota City). Thanks for your input in advance, any advice would be amazing, just graduated college and this will be my first car.
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Replying to: jkool56 (Sep 15, 2009 6:04 am)
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We now have a '09 Versa SL hatch, an '08 Hyundai Accent GLS, an '06 Civic LX & a '05 Mazda 3s in our stable...all great cars and each driver loves their choice. All economical with three having ABS option...would also recommend the new Kia Forte...it looks to be a great contender in this field. The Accent has the 1.6 engine, the Versa & Civic have the 1.8 engines while the Mazda has the 2.3 which is more powerful than the others but that's personal choice. The Versa has the CVT tranny & I'm not a fan but you really need to try them all. Due to my severe spinal issues, the Versa is the best seat for me now...I just can slide right over without the drop I get in my Civic...next time I will put seat comfort as my 1st consideration if I ever do buy another car for myself...I only drive to and from work now and let the others drive me everywhere else as it's just too painful. You've got some great alternatives out there, so please let us know how you make out! The Sandman  
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