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Re: Suggestions welcome! [yorose] by imidazol97
Aug 05, 2006 (5:13 pm)
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Replying to: yorose (Aug 05, 2006 4:51 pm)

There's a discussion group here about vehicles for elderly and diabled. It's not had many posters recent weeks
 
the link is
Disabled and elderly
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Re: Suggestions welcome! [imidazol97] by tidester HOST
Aug 05, 2006 (7:20 pm)
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Replying to: imidazol97 (Aug 05, 2006 5:13 pm)

I'm thinking this topic is a little more general so there can be more interaction.
 
Anyone got any suggestions for bigbutr or yorose?
 
Thanks!
 
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Re: Suggestions welcome! [yorose] by prosa
Aug 05, 2006 (7:52 pm)
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Replying to: yorose (Aug 05, 2006 4:51 pm)

I've heard that many older people like the Ford 500 because its seats are at a height that makes it easy to get in and out of the vehicle.
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Re: Suggestions welcome! [yorose] by jipster
Aug 07, 2006 (6:21 pm)
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Replying to: yorose (Aug 05, 2006 4:51 pm)

I think the Toyota Avalon, with power seats, would be a good choice.
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Re: Suggestions welcome! [prosa] by perna
Aug 08, 2006 (8:53 am)
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Replying to: prosa (Aug 05, 2006 7:52 pm)

I've heard that many older people like the Ford 500 because its seats are at a height that makes it easy to get in and out of the vehicle.
 
I'll second this recommendation. The Ford Five Hundred has a similar step-in height to a minivan (I believe it's the same platform Volvo uses on its XC90 - station wagon looking thing). My mother uses a Nissan Quest (and Pontiac Montana before it) to tote my disabled 90 YO great aunt around.
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Re: Choice of new USPS rural delivery vehicle [bigbutr] by perna
Aug 08, 2006 (8:55 am)
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Replying to: bigbutr (Aug 04, 2006 5:24 pm)

The Element seems to fit the overall package, but I'm a little concerned with some reports of poor gas mileage, and that's just regular driving, not the hard stop-and-go I subject my truck to.
 
I would try to find a Ford Ranger with a bench. Those things will literally run forever, and are much heavier-duty than something like an Element.
 
I've seen local mail carriers using Ford Escapes, but you can't get those with bench seats.
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Re: Suggestions welcome! [yorose] by lv2drv
Aug 08, 2006 (7:11 pm)
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Replying to: yorose (Aug 05, 2006 4:51 pm)

Hi,
 
There are many crossover utility vehicles that may fit your needs. I have osteoarthritis in my hips and currently it is hard for me to get out of my Intrepid. Examples of crossovers are the Toyota Highlander, Ford Escape, Acura MDX, Mercury Mariner, Honda Pilot, etc. My favorite and the one I will buy is the Hyundai Santa Fe. I'm getting it because it is easy to get in and out of. I have also tested the Highlander and it was easy, too. The others would be similar.
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Press request by KarenS HOST
Aug 17, 2006 (10:41 am)
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A large local newspaper is looking to interview 18-25 year olds on what type of car they are looking to purchase. Please send an e-mail to ctalatiedmunds.com no later than Friday, August 18, 2006 by 2:30 PM PT/5:30 PM ET containing your daytime contact information.
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First Car Jitters by 79customd
Aug 20, 2006 (4:38 pm)
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Hey yawll,
Its finally time to think about my first car to use on the road. As I near 16, my old truck will just not be enough. My parents have descided to get me a new car that will be broke in before I leave for collage in the coming years. A few alternatives that I have come up with is the Kia Rio/ Hyundai Accent. Any info on those cars will be greatly appreciated. Another would be the Chevy Aveo. Possibly, I might consider the new Nissan Versa, and the Suzuki SX4. Any advice will be greatly appreciated in relations to this topic. Any input on the cars listed above or any others you would reccomend along those lines will be greatly appreciated. Thanks!
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I need some ideas!!!!!!! by cjurica
Aug 21, 2006 (6:10 am)
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Hello everybody;
 
I am looking to get into a newer car. I dont mind used, I have '05 Tahoe now, wife has a '03 Audi A4 1.8 convertable, I want to trade in Tahoe to get something around $30,000, keping in mind we will be having babies on the way. I have never been a big import guy but am open to anything, my auto will be the main car. So i need 4 doors, not big on getting another big SUV, but would like something cool. I just need some ideas on what to look at,
 
Thanks

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