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What is this discussion about? Toyota Sienna, Honda Odyssey, Chrysler Town and Country, Dodge Caravan, Hyundai Entourage, Mazda MAZDA5, Kia Sedona, Car Comparisons, Car Buying, Van


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Re: Which is THE Best? Ody, Sienna, GC, or T&C? [dennisctc] by ateixeira
Dec 17, 2007 (10:57 am)

Replying to: dennisctc (Dec 16, 2007 6:53 am)

It's worth another look for the new 3.5l engine alone. I truly believe it's the best engine in minivan-dom.
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Which one? by viz
Dec 30, 2007 (8:36 am)
I need help in deciding :
 
- I am getting Ody EX 08 for 399(tax incl) for 36m/15k miles/ zero down (no even 1st month payment)...Is it good?
 
I am debating whether I should spend that kind of money or go for TC /Dodge caravan 08 models for a 27 month lease. What is the competitive rate for leasing those minivans?
I have not driven them but their reliability seems to be an issue; we drive 70 miles a day and we live in NE ohio where winters are sometimes little bit harsh. We dont have much leeway at work and hence reliability and maint...
 
Thanks!
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Re: Which one? [viz] by hansienna
Dec 30, 2007 (9:10 am)

Replying to: viz (Dec 30, 2007 8:36 am)

2008 Ody EX for $ 399 / month with NO up front money looks like a good deal. Most leases require 6 to 11 months EXTRA $$$$ up front to make the monthly payments artificially low.
 
$ 399 / month for 36 months = total outlay $ 14,364 for 3years.
 
Does the $ 399 per month include the taxes?
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Re: Which one? [viz] by bobw3
Dec 30, 2007 (9:38 am)

Replying to: viz (Dec 30, 2007 8:36 am)

What would be the price if you paid cash for the Ody EX 08?
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Re: Which one? [viz] by dennisctc
Dec 30, 2007 (10:07 am)

Replying to: viz (Dec 30, 2007 8:36 am)

I have not driven them but their reliability seems to be an issue
 
Perception is not always reality, if you look at the Honda forum on issues, you'd be concerned about an Ody even. There are many happy Dodge owners, many repeat buyers for decades. I suggest you go drive a Dodge first, since you haven't yet.
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Re: 2008 minivan GPS is bad!!! by ozarkatv
Dec 30, 2007 (3:45 pm)

Replying to: bench (Apr 13, 2007 8:19 am)

Just bought a 2008 Sienna. It is very nice. We have about 600 miles on it. The only serious problem we have is the GPS. I already have a handheld Garmin and had certain expectations. The built in GPS is NOT user friendly. The mapping stinks!!! I would buy a Tom Tom for a fraction of the cost or a hand held. The routing is bad and the map is not up to date. You have to buy any update and since I have the 2008 and it is outdated, I would hate to PURCHASE and new version next year. Don't get the GPS.....buy a portable at Best Buy!!!
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Re: Which one? [hansienna] by viz
Dec 30, 2007 (4:35 pm)

Replying to: hansienna (Dec 30, 2007 9:10 am)

Thank you!
Yes it includes taxes.
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Re: Which one? [bobw3] by viz
Dec 30, 2007 (4:36 pm)

Replying to: bobw3 (Dec 30, 2007 9:38 am)

500 below invoice.
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Re: Which one? [hansienna] by bobw3
Dec 30, 2007 (10:39 pm)

Replying to: hansienna (Dec 30, 2007 9:10 am)

Replying to: viz (Dec 30, 2007 8:36 am)
 
2008 Ody EX for $ 399 / month with NO up front money looks like a good deal. Most leases require 6 to 11 months EXTRA $$$$ up front to make the monthly payments artificially low.
  
$ 399 / month for 36 months = total outlay $ 14,364 for 3years.

 
But if you could buy the Ody EX for $26,000 and 3 years later sell it for $17,000, you'd be a lot better off then speding $14,364 and then having nothing after 3 years.
 
The KBB value for an '04 EX with 45,000 miles is $17,000
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Re: Toyota the best? [hause7] by hansienna
Dec 31, 2007 (3:45 pm)

Replying to: hause7 (Oct 25, 2007 9:23 pm)

They are NOT going to repair all the doors with spot weld problems for free. They will fix them for free ONLY if the spot welds become detached within 5 years from date of purchase IF the owner can prove there was no abuse.
 
Two months after reading about Toyota's " GENEROSITY ", I finally got warranty extension for this defect in today's mail. Toyota is extending the warranty for 5 years or 100,000 miles for the Front Door Check Mounting Panel defect. It also reads "Damage incurred from abuse, ....is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty or this warranty extension".
 
Won't it be convenient for Toyota to claim "abuse" if the front door check mounting panel spot welds become detached?
 
I plan to trade off my Sienna before it is 5 years old. I am not pleased with Toyota quality, uncomfortable seats, poorly designed dash, and lack of comfort features that are on less expensive Chrysler minivans.

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