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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    edited September 2019

    ab348 said:

    This was my ride today while the ATS was being serviced:




    Aside from the all-black interior I was extremely impressed. Fortunately there are better colors on offer. I could see myself in one of these at some point.

    Is that what they used to call the XTS? I found those to be nice. I thought they discontinued those.

    Hey, how did you come out from the latest hurricane to brush your area?
    The XTS was a (big) sedan. So, no, this is not that.

    '11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S

  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 20,298
    fintail said:

    What I've learned is that negative reviews against GM products are often some kind of media conspiracy, and that product updates (corrections) are made because journalists object, not because the design was actually flawed.

    When you’re right, you’re right. B)

    2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6

  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 20,298

    Face it 348, you're never going to get the last word. Many have gone before you.


    Nah, I know that’s impossible. I’m just trying to make him realize that posting useless clickbait sites with articles like that just make him look silly.

    2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6

  • andres3andres3 Member Posts: 13,936
    So someone talks about the "out left lane camping a left lane camper method." You know, where you teach them a lesson with their own medicine. You get in front, slow down 20 below what they were driving, forcing them to move right (where they should have been all along), and then you gun the gas as soon as they do so. Rinse and repeat if necessary if they get back in the left lane while passing no one.

    At the risk of stirring up another LLC debate in here, what do you all think of this argument:

    Former Cop to the guy teaching LLC's a lesson : "So you are committing vehicle code violations to force other people to obey the vehicle code? Does this make sense to you?"

    @andres3 to the former Cop : "Isn't that what you did every day when you catch up to a speeder and ticket them? Or please do tell how you catch up to a speeder without speeding. I’m dying to know! LOL! The hypocrisy is so thick I’m just stuck."

    Former Cop: "cops are exempted from certain vehicle codes while in pursuit."

    Me: So those that make and enforce laws have an interest in maintaining the Monopoly to enforce those laws? Cite him for impersonating an Officer then, but don't criticize the methods since they are exactly the same as your own!"

    Who's more right?
    '18 Porsche Macan Turbo, '16 Audi TTS, Wife's '19 VW Tiguan SEL 4-Motion
  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 20,298


    Hey, how did you come out from the latest hurricane to brush your area?

    https://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/comment/5769865#Comment_5769865

    2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6

  • imidazol97imidazol97 Member Posts: 27,677
    edited September 2019
    ab348 said:

    Face it 348, you're never going to get the last word. Many have gone before you.


    Nah, I know that’s impossible. I’m just trying to make him realize that posting useless clickbait sites with articles like that just make him look silly.
    I see at least one car evaluation/comparison site in the junk advertising in the background each day. It ranks right up there with the "look closely at this picture to see what's wrong" and has a picture that nothing wrong in it but folks think if they click there they'll see some scandal exposed in the picture.

    The sites like that just pick and choose info from other sources, usually to achieve the outcome they wanted to begin with. Somewhat political in technique.

    On the other hand, many of the groups that supposedly actually drive the cars are using their own specialized value system to judge a car that meant for lots of people. E.g., that would be like if I started driving BMWs and gave my opinion based on my usual type of driving and my needs for a vehicle.

    Too bad I can't write for a magazine and get paid. Maybe I could appeal to the senior adult audience. :p Many of the evaluations are based on what will sell the magazine.

    A few years back I started looking at the internet singletons reviewers who do their own driving evaluations. They were more realistic.--no not the hector guy or whatever his name is who's been in several videos posted here giving his opinion.

    2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    I had to gas up the RDX tonight. Probably $.10-.2 more than last time I did. stations now out of sync so you can tell the ones that started raising first.

    Better fill up the TLX tomorrow. Just in case. More than half a tank I think. Have not driven much this week.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,224
    andres3 said:

    So someone talks about the "out left lane camping a left lane camper method." You know, where you teach them a lesson with their own medicine. You get in front, slow down 20 below what they were driving, forcing them to move right (where they should have been all along), and then you gun the gas as soon as they do so. Rinse and repeat if necessary if they get back in the left lane while passing no one.

    At the risk of stirring up another LLC debate in here, what do you all think of this argument:

    Former Cop to the guy teaching LLC's a lesson : "So you are committing vehicle code violations to force other people to obey the vehicle code? Does this make sense to you?"

    @andres3 to the former Cop : "Isn't that what you did every day when you catch up to a speeder and ticket them? Or please do tell how you catch up to a speeder without speeding. I’m dying to know! LOL! The hypocrisy is so thick I’m just stuck."

    Former Cop: "cops are exempted from certain vehicle codes while in pursuit."

    Me: So those that make and enforce laws have an interest in maintaining the Monopoly to enforce those laws? Cite him for impersonating an Officer then, but don't criticize the methods since they are exactly the same as your own!"

    Who's more right?

    Will it matter when they are scraping you (and others) off the pavement?

    2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible

  • abacomikeabacomike Member Posts: 12,388
    edited September 2019
    I just downloaded Apple’s new IOS 13, their new operating system for iPhones and other products. Took about an hour. Big changes. The most notable change is the increased speed it loads apps. I also now have the ability to change the format and background inside each app. I use the black background with white lettering as opposed to white background with black lettering - easier for me to read.

    Anyone else download the new operating system?

    2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger

  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,224
    edited September 2019

    2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible

  • abacomikeabacomike Member Posts: 12,388
    stickguy said:

    I had to gas up the RDX tonight. Probably $.10-.2 more than last time I did. stations now out of sync so you can tell the ones that started raising first.

    Better fill up the TLX tomorrow. Just in case. More than half a tank I think. Have not driven much this week.

    Costco raised their gas prices 7-15 cents per gallon, depending on the specific outlet store. The closest store to me is up 4 cents a gallon for PUG while their Boca Raton store is up 15 cents a gallon for PUG.

    2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    andres3 said:

    So someone talks about the "out left lane camping a left lane camper method." You know, where you teach them a lesson with their own medicine. You get in front, slow down 20 below what they were driving, forcing them to move right (where they should have been all along), and then you gun the gas as soon as they do so. Rinse and repeat if necessary if they get back in the left lane while passing no one.

    At the risk of stirring up another LLC debate in here, what do you all think of this argument:

    Former Cop to the guy teaching LLC's a lesson : "So you are committing vehicle code violations to force other people to obey the vehicle code? Does this make sense to you?"

    @andres3 to the former Cop : "Isn't that what you did every day when you catch up to a speeder and ticket them? Or please do tell how you catch up to a speeder without speeding. I’m dying to know! LOL! The hypocrisy is so thick I’m just stuck."

    Former Cop: "cops are exempted from certain vehicle codes while in pursuit."

    Me: So those that make and enforce laws have an interest in maintaining the Monopoly to enforce those laws? Cite him for impersonating an Officer then, but don't criticize the methods since they are exactly the same as your own!"

    Who's more right?

    More right? Eh. I just think the former cop is making the wrong argument. It isn’t a matter of HOW a non-officer is attempting to enforce the law, it is that they should not be doing it at all. Maybe the LLC is taking it upon him/herself to enforce the speed limit. So I’d rather nobody on the road who is not an officer try to enforce traffic rules.

    '11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    I don't think I updated Mike. But I still have an iPhone 7. at some point the new OS is going to leave me behind!

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    when people on the road start playing "the law" it often has bad consequences. Just go around and ignore them. Because it is highly unlikely they are going to have some sort of epiphany. Road rage maybe though. Or ending up in an accident.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,839
    I’ll update my iPhone sometime next quarter. I know better than to update right away.
    2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    the minor updates never cause me issues. But I would also wait on a major new one.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 20,298
    edited September 2019
    They’re saying it is staying well offshore.

    2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6

  • abacomikeabacomike Member Posts: 12,388
    stickguy said:

    I don't think I updated Mike. But I still have an iPhone 7. at some point the new OS is going to leave me behind!

    I have an iPhone 8+ which is similar to the iPhone 7 with a slightly faster processor and wireless charging. I have not had any problems with the new update thus far.

    2024 Genesis G90 Super-Charger

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    wireless charging could be fun. A couple of the cars we are looking at offer that. Would be a good excuse to upgrade the phone too.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • snakeweaselsnakeweasel Member Posts: 19,592
    andres3 said:

    So someone talks about the "out left lane camping a left lane camper method." You know, where you teach them a lesson with their own medicine. You get in front, slow down 20 below what they were driving, forcing them to move right (where they should have been all along), and then you gun the gas as soon as they do so. Rinse and repeat if necessary if they get back in the left lane while passing no one.

    At the risk of stirring up another LLC debate in here, what do you all think of this argument:

    Former Cop to the guy teaching LLC's a lesson : "So you are committing vehicle code violations to force other people to obey the vehicle code? Does this make sense to you?"

    @andres3 to the former Cop : "Isn't that what you did every day when you catch up to a speeder and ticket them? Or please do tell how you catch up to a speeder without speeding. I’m dying to know! LOL! The hypocrisy is so thick I’m just stuck."

    Former Cop: "cops are exempted from certain vehicle codes while in pursuit."

    Me: So those that make and enforce laws have an interest in maintaining the Monopoly to enforce those laws? Cite him for impersonating an Officer then, but don't criticize the methods since they are exactly the same as your own!"

    Who's more right?

    The former cop is more right by a wide margin. The officer is empowered to enforce the law, has the proper training and the proper equipment (i.e. police vehicle with emergency lights). The person "teaching" the so called lesson has none of those, is driving aggressively and is a hazard on the road. I would think that the person "teaching the lesson" becomes a greater road hazard than the LLC as the former is unpredictable while latter is predictable.

    2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,740
    abacomike said:

    stickguy said:

    I don't think I updated Mike. But I still have an iPhone 7. at some point the new OS is going to leave me behind!

    I have an iPhone 8+ which is similar to the iPhone 7 with a slightly faster processor and wireless charging. I have not had any problems with the new update thus far.
    My 6+ finally threw a fit last week. Would no longer allow folks to hear me, even with a headset. I figured 4 yrs was long enough. Was going to get the 8+ since that was the last with a physical Home button, but the monthly was only a buck less than an XR, which is faster, has longer battery life, and is more future proofed. I have quickly gotten used to the lack of a button. Great phone thus far.

    '11 GMC Sierra 1500; '98 Alfa 156 2.0TS; '08 Maser QP; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '11 Mini Cooper S

  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 17,510
    qbrozen said:

    abacomike said:

    stickguy said:

    I don't think I updated Mike. But I still have an iPhone 7. at some point the new OS is going to leave me behind!

    I have an iPhone 8+ which is similar to the iPhone 7 with a slightly faster processor and wireless charging. I have not had any problems with the new update thus far.
    My 6+ finally threw a fit last week. Would no longer allow folks to hear me, even with a headset. I figured 4 yrs was long enough. Was going to get the 8+ since that was the last with a physical Home button, but the monthly was only a buck less than an XR, which is faster, has longer battery life, and is more future proofed. I have quickly gotten used to the lack of a button. Great phone thus far.
    I went from a 6+ to an XR and have been very happy. It takes about a day or 2 to get used to the lack of a home button.

    2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD

  • driver100driver100 Member Posts: 32,594
    ab348 said:

    Face it 348, you're never going to get the last word. Many have gone before you.


    Nah, I know that’s impossible. I’m just trying to make him realize that posting useless clickbait sites with articles like that just make him look silly.
    OK, I will let you have the last word......even if you are wrong :)

    2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250

  • snakeweaselsnakeweasel Member Posts: 19,592
    driver100 said:

    ab348 said:

    Face it 348, you're never going to get the last word. Many have gone before you.


    Nah, I know that’s impossible. I’m just trying to make him realize that posting useless clickbait sites with articles like that just make him look silly.
    OK, I will let you have the last word......even if you are wrong :)
    I believe it was Robert Heinlein who once said "Never try to get the last word, you just may get it."

    2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D

  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 17,510
    edited September 2019


    For those of you who don't tune into CCBA, I leased a 2019 Tacoma TRD Sport. Took delivery on Tuesday. I'm selling my Infiniti to Carvana.

    2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD

  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,839
    edited September 2019
    I have an iPhone XS that I begrudgingly bought last year after my iPhone 7 gave up the ghost. XR wasn’t out yet.

    It’s fine. The camera is wonderful. I hate how expensive the hardware is and short the lifespan seems to be. I will not be getting the new iPhone 11.
    2025 Jetta GLI Autobahn, 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xE
  • graphicguygraphicguy Member Posts: 14,123
    nyccarguy said:



    For those of you who don't tune into CCBA, I leased a 2019 Tacoma TRD Sport. Took delivery on Tuesday. I'm selling my Infiniti to Carvana.

    Very cool, Bradd. Said it over on the other thread, I like the Taco...a lot. Congrats!
    2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD Long Range
  • graphicguygraphicguy Member Posts: 14,123
    abacomike said:

    I just downloaded Apple’s new IOS 13, their new operating system for iPhones and other products. Took about an hour. Big changes. The most notable change is the increased speed it loads apps. I also now have the ability to change the format and background inside each app. I use the black background with white lettering as opposed to white background with black lettering - easier for me to read.

    Anyone else download the new operating system?

    Waiting for the iOS 13.1 update which will launch on Sept 24 before upgrading.

    2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD Long Range
  • MichaellMichaell Moderator Posts: 262,644
    Phones. My personal phone is an iPhone eight. Everything seems to be just fine with it, no plans to upgrade.

    My original work phone was an iPhone SE. I've had it for three years, and decided it was time to upgrade now that the iPhone 11 was released. I don't do a lot with my work phone other than make calls and a few specific applications, but I did want a larger screen. Decided to go with an iPhone 8+, which I really like after having it for just a few days.

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  • pensfan83pensfan83 Member Posts: 2,767
    With the exception of some degradation of battery life, our Galaxy S7's are still working perfectly. Haven't really thought about upgrading at this point though if we did we'll likely go with S10's.
    1997 Honda Prelude Base - 2022 Acura MDX Type S Advance - 2021 Honda Passport Sport - 2006 BMW 330Ci ZHP
  • driver100driver100 Member Posts: 32,594
    nyccarguy said:

    image

    Nice truck NYC. My brother-in-law used to get a new Chevy truck every other year....now, only Toyotas.


    2017 MB E400 , 2015 MB GLK350, 2014 MB C250

  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,224
    edited September 2019
    nyccarguy said:



    For those of you who don't tune into CCBA, I leased a 2019 Tacoma TRD Sport. Took delivery on Tuesday. I'm selling my Infiniti to Carvana.

    From the pipes in the back I’m assuming a business write off.

    I’m intrigued by those who sell to Carvana, Carmax and the like. What’s the motivation? Is it easier than getting a buy bid from a dealer or do they offer a better price. I ran the Mustang through one of those “get an offer” solicitations and was impress by the amount they offered.

    2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible

  • graphicguygraphicguy Member Posts: 14,123
    My iPhone X is only 1 year old. Works just fine with the iOS 12.4. So, not sure I’ll even download the iOS 13.1 version. Can’t find a reason to get the iPhone 11, either.

    My work phone is a Pixel. For what I need it for, it’s perfect!
    2024 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD Long Range
  • snakeweaselsnakeweasel Member Posts: 19,592
    pensfan83 said:

    With the exception of some degradation of battery life, our Galaxy S7's are still working perfectly. Haven't really thought about upgrading at this point though if we did we'll likely go with S10's.

    We are two peas in a pod, I also have the Galaxy S7 and have no plans on upgrading anytime soon.

    2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D

  • snakeweaselsnakeweasel Member Posts: 19,592
    nyccarguy said:



    For those of you who don't tune into CCBA, I leased a 2019 Tacoma TRD Sport. Took delivery on Tuesday. I'm selling my Infiniti to Carvana.

    Aren't you required to have something like a red flag hanging off of anything protruding that far off the back?

    2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D

  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    OF, I used carvana because they offered more than anyone else. They were enough higher than the dealer I bought at it more than offset the potential sales tax savings.

    Plus it is easy.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • imidazol97imidazol97 Member Posts: 27,677

    pensfan83 said:

    With the exception of some degradation of battery life, our Galaxy S7's are still working perfectly. Haven't really thought about upgrading at this point though if we did we'll likely go with S10's.

    We are two peas in a pod, I also have the Galaxy S7 and have no plans on upgrading anytime soon.
    My Galaxy J7 is also working fine along with my wife's.
    Android seems so much easier than all the drama some go through with their Apple
    products with the supposely slowing down older phones to "save battery power" which actually
    encouraged folks to get rid of their slower product.

    Just like with cars, drive what you like.

    2014 Malibu 2LT, 2015 Cruze 2LT,

  • snakeweaselsnakeweasel Member Posts: 19,592

    pensfan83 said:

    With the exception of some degradation of battery life, our Galaxy S7's are still working perfectly. Haven't really thought about upgrading at this point though if we did we'll likely go with S10's.

    We are two peas in a pod, I also have the Galaxy S7 and have no plans on upgrading anytime soon.
    My Galaxy J7 is also working fine along with my wife's.
    Android seems so much easier than all the drama some go through with their Apple
    products with the supposely slowing down older phones to "save battery power" which actually
    encouraged folks to get rid of their slower product.

    Just like with cars, drive what you like.
    I went from an iPhone to the Galaxy and I dont see me going back.

    2011 Hyundai Sonata, 2014 BMW 428i convertible, 2015 Honda CTX700D

  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 9,346
    omarman said:

    abacomike said:

    According to news reports, next year (2020 NFL season), the Dolphins already have 3 1st round draft choices and an available 100 million dollar salary cap. In 2021, they have 4 more 1st round picks. But they admit this year will be most unfortunate for fans. TELL ME ABOUT IT!🤪😜😂

    “We can’t win at home and we can’t win on the road,” John McKay once said. “What we need is a neutral site.” B)
    That's good but John Mckay's best quote was when he was asked about his Tampa Bay Buccaneer's execution, he responded, "I'm all for it".

    jmonroe
    '15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's.
    '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
  • tjc78tjc78 Member Posts: 16,978
    Wife’s 11 Pro Max should be arriving today... I’m loading along with a 7+

    Too much stuff going on right now to worry about it. It’s working fine so not messing with it

    My daughter threw my wife’s X leaving it wii a green line so it had to go

    2025 Ram 1500 Laramie 4x4 / 2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic

  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 9,346
    thebean said:

    stickguy said:

    Her sister has a Forester. So that probably comes into play. But mostly it is not "fancy" enough for her I don't think. Though I suppose when we stop at the dealer to look at the OB, can show her the new design Forester. But no hot rod engine is an issue.

    Wow, I hate to point this out, but you sure got yourself a high maintenance wife. B) Just kidding, of course. Most wives are high maintenance. 😄
    Really? And how many years did it take for that to hit you? :'(

    jmonroe
    '15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's.
    '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 53,404
    after having an Android tablet for a while, I learned to despise it. the iPad was so much better, and we had already switched to iPhones, so not likely we are going back.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 9,346
    ab348 said:

    Face it 348, you're never going to get the last word. Many have gone before you.


    Nah, I know that’s impossible. I’m just trying to make him realize that posting useless clickbait sites with articles like that just make him look silly.
    And what makes you think he cares about that? :o

    jmonroe
    '15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's.
    '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
  • suydamsuydam Member Posts: 5,073
    I still have the 6s. I always wait a few weeks to download an update. Let other folks find the bugs. There’s already a small fix to the IOS13. Plus it takes minutes rather than hours once the initial rush subsides.
    '24 Kia Sportage PHEV
    '24 Chevy Blazer EV 2LT
  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 20,298
    stickguy said:

    after having an Android tablet for a while, I learned to despise it. the iPad was so much better, and we had already switched to iPhones, so not likely we are going back.

    My cheapskate brother has both an Android tablet and a Surface. The Android is total junk and the Surface is now also acting up. I am happy here with my iPad.

    I have an iPhone 7 I just got a little over a year ago. It works fine and is fast enough for what I do on it which isn't much. I accidentally activated Apple CarPlay today and was stumped by what to do with it. In fairness I didn't take a lot of time trying to figure it all out.

    2017 Cadillac ATS Performance Premium 3.6

  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 17,510
    @olodfarmer50 - Nope. It is a personal vehicle. I use it for commuting purposes. Not a write off at all. Commercial insurance is very expensive and then I couldn't drive it on the "parkways," and only on the Interstate & designated truck routes.

    @snakeweasel - Correct. I should have.

    2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD

  • thebeanthebean Member Posts: 1,267
    jmonroe1 said:

    thebean said:

    stickguy said:

    Her sister has a Forester. So that probably comes into play. But mostly it is not "fancy" enough for her I don't think. Though I suppose when we stop at the dealer to look at the OB, can show her the new design Forester. But no hot rod engine is an issue.

    Wow, I hate to point this out, but you sure got yourself a high maintenance wife. B) Just kidding, of course. Most wives are high maintenance. 😄
    Really? And how many years did it take for that to hit you? :'(

    jmonroe
    Really, about two. I’ve been married so many years that I don’t even notice it any more.
    2015 Honda Accord EX, 2019 Honda HR-V EX
  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 9,346
    stickguy said:

    OF, I used carvana because they offered more than anyone else. They were enough higher than the dealer I bought at it more than offset the potential sales tax savings.

    Plus it is easy.

    Same here. Carvana gave me $2,251 more than the dealer offered, and he didn't budge one penny, for Mrs. j's 2012 Legacy this past April. All I needed was $700 more to break even for tax purposes. If there was ever a no brainer, that was it.

    jmonroe
    '15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's.
    '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 9,346
    thebean said:

    jmonroe1 said:

    thebean said:

    stickguy said:

    Her sister has a Forester. So that probably comes into play. But mostly it is not "fancy" enough for her I don't think. Though I suppose when we stop at the dealer to look at the OB, can show her the new design Forester. But no hot rod engine is an issue.

    Wow, I hate to point this out, but you sure got yourself a high maintenance wife. B) Just kidding, of course. Most wives are high maintenance. 😄
    Really? And how many years did it take for that to hit you? :'(

    jmonroe
    Really, about two. I’ve been married so many years that I don’t even notice it any more.
    Yeah, I know what you mean. It kinda grows on you but that doesn't mean it isn't a large growth. :'(

    jmonroe
    '15 Genesis Ultimate just like jmonroe's.
    '18 Legacy Limited with 3.6R (Mrs. j's)
  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 24,224
    nyccarguy said:

    @olodfarmer50 - Nope. It is a personal vehicle. I use it for commuting purposes. Not a write off at all. Commercial insurance is very expensive and then I couldn't drive it on the "parkways," and only on the Interstate & designated truck routes.

    @snakeweasel - Correct. I should have.

    Oh yes, those Parkways are a killer in your area. I ran the chance of a ticket taking a cargo van on one when we delivered a bunch to FedEx in White Plains. I had no choice as my GPS wouldn’t give me any other route.

    2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible

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