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Having a 99 Civic, the only flaw I see is with Honda using cheaper materials for the newer Civic's interior.
If you can afford a Jetta, then buy it. I think it's safe to assume that if you liked the Jetta for its styling and features, you'll quickly get bored by the Civic.
I am used to driving VW-Passat(2000) model, Unfortunately my cars being totalled. I need to buy a new car in a couple of weeks. I test drove A4 (3.0) quattro and Nissan Altima and Lexus LS 300. I felt Lexus was too pricey and I dint like the Nissan feel, I was comfy with A4, but they dint have the cheesy gadgets like the volume controls on the steering etc. Which i would like to have as i listen to music a lot. Can any one of you suggest any other alternatives. I havent driven the beamer yet. I need help here.
Thanks
I love the new '03 Accord, but my budget matches the i4 cyl. (auto. trans.). Living on Long Island, climbing hills is not an issue, but highway-speed entrance and passing are big!
My question is "Can a v6 guy find happiness with an i4?"
Grand High Poobah
The Fraternal Order of Procrastinators
Current car:
Red 93 Corsica with 47k miles on it, owned for just over a year, swapped tires and a couple of minor electrical repairs (turn signal switch, power window switch), and the A/C just sprung a leak. Cosmetically would class as clean/good.
Possible new(er) car (flyer at wife's work):
1997 Mazda Protege ES 4 DR
Excellent condition
Metallic Brown with Tan cloth interior
Automatic tranny
Power Win/Locks/Steer/Braks
Cruise
AM/FM/Cassette
Lo Jack
New Front Brakes
New Rear Tires
From picture, no moonroof
Located in Central/North Jersey, looking at $6,400 obo, which is close to kbb and Edmunds numbers.
Considering I'll be running in the neighborhood of 30k miles a year in highway commutes, no children yet (soon though), is this a good deal on this other car? Will this car keep me on the road relatively hassle free, assuming it's been maintained?
I'm expecting I'll only get about $2k in trade for my car, or maybe get $2.5k if I can find a private buyer, am I being rational?
I strongly dislike my current car and would like a move on efficiency, reliability and miles eating ability, but tight budget makes that questionable.
Thoughts? (cross posted in Real World Trade in values)
KF
jimsxn
You may want to try a Mazda protege. I have never owned one but have heard only good things about it.
Jim, suggestion is the Olds Alero. Great deals right now and the new Ecotec engine is fantastic. While it is classified as a car for 5, it is really only for 4. A well built, great handling car...I recently picked one up.
I love a good four cylinder engine, and this is one of the best.
I'd appreciate your input as I cannot decide between these two. I am turning in my C240, the lease is up soon. The new version can be had in four-wheel drive. I am going to lease my next car for three years.
I like the MB exterior better than the Lexus, but the ES300 is superior on the inside, I believe.
I have liked my C240 except for two things: the seats aren't too comfortable, and the interior is on the small side. I occasionally drive with my two teenage sons in the back seat (but have a van too so size not a huge factor).
I know these cars have very different rides, would just like your opinions.
The lease payments I was quoted today had the Benz at about 25 dollars more a month.
Thanks everyone.
Matt
I know about Subaru (owned one for years) and own a Buick Rendezvous now. Just looking for all alternatives and frustrated that not too many seem to exist. Am I missing something? Criteria are:
AWD
small
good gas mileage
safe for transporting kids (no trucks)
don't really want another SUV
Any suggestions?
Thanks,
Karen
I am confused in making a choice on Honda Accord EXL and Toyota Camry XLE with leather package and moon roof option. The CAMRY seems to cost 1K more than Accord.What do you guys feel about Accords new redesign? Whether the exterior design matters in resale value?and Which one would be the better the choice? Which one has the better safety features? I use my current car mostly for City use and on and off on Long distance road trips.
Bye
too much confused
Early this week the alternator shorted and completely destroyed the battery. GM only paid for alternator --- even though it is the alternator that killed a brand new battery.
Also, I am taking this 3 and 1/2 and 47,000 miles old Blazer to mechanic almost every month now. Transmission leaks, shorted alternator, fuel line contamination problems, broken sit recliner lever, weather stripes falling off, rattling interior, and the list goes on and on.
GM Protection Plan, my no deductible complete plan, that I bought for $1700 does not cover most of the expenses. On top of this GM roadside service advised me to call AAA for roadside assistance --- what a joke! My Protection Plan is supposed to include roadside assistance up to 5 yr/ 75000 miles.
Anyway, I am not too upset. I have paid off fully for this vehicle and I wish to hang on to it. But, GM and the uncooperative Chevy dealers are making my life difficult. Chevy dealers I know love to take the side of GM whenever I request them to check if the protection plan could cover a little more.
Reliability also is an issue now. If the vehicle starts breaking down too often, I will trade it in for an import. GM will lose a loyal customer, who has driven 3 GM cars, for good. I can't help. I'm really in no mood to allow GM to force extremely poor reliability and customer service on me any more.
My advice will be to stay away for GM vehicles.
Camry vs Accord? Ask this question: "Why has Camry been the best selling sedan for many years with rare exception"?
Either car should be comfortable, reliable, and a wise choice.
Reliability is great, but if you're not having fun driving it, it's no good.
That's why I chose Mazda: Same quality as Toyopet and Hon-duh, for less. Unfortunately it does not apply to ALL Mazdas, only the PRO, Miata, MPV and hopefully the new 6.
Dinu
Ok maybe you actually need it...
Dinu
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The dealer will certainly become more helpful then.
Dinu
And in case you missed it, we also have an excellent Advice section that contains very helpful shopping hints and suggestions.
Click on either or both of those links to get to those resources.
Good luck, and welcome to our Town Hall!
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You will thank me after you drive it once on country roads!
It has good financing and is as reliable as the Civic/Corolla combo. Look at Consumers Report for this. It has a MUCH better fun to drive factor as its main advantage. Drive a 5spd ES or P5.
The Corolla feels tipsy but quiet and smooth. I prefer solid, planted on the road, with road feel, a little engine noise and plenty of Zoom.
Dinu
VW Jetta - too small
VW Passat - too expensive
Honda Accord - don't like the looks with the redesigned '03
Toyota Camry - "an old person's car" - quote from wife
The two I've narrowed it down to are the Nissan Altima 2.5S and the Saturn L300 (both with auto transmissions).
I know - the first thing you think is "Hey! He's comparing a 4-cyl Nissan to a V6 Saturn". Which is true, but consider this:
HP: 175 (Nissan), 181 (Saturn)
MPG: 23/29 (Nissan), 21/29 (Saturn)
So, not much difference. And, my commute is 35 miles each way, with a majority of it coming on divided 4 lane roads or highways.
Here's my thinking:
Nissan pros: looks, room inside, durability (I've owned Nissans in the past), dealer location.
Nissan cons: 4-cyl buzziness, inside cabin materials put me off (the dials and the orange lighting, specifically).
Saturn pros: 6-cyl smoothness, inside cabin much nicer (subjective opinion, I know), dent-resistant panels.
Saturn cons: dealer location, outside looks, unknown reliability (have heard both great and disturbing things about Saturns from people I know).
Prices are close enough for it to not matter in my decision making; on the other hand, the nice finance rate offered by GM is attractive, but only if they decide to extend it beyond 10/31.
Thoughts? Opinions? I'm thinking of buying and keeping for 7-10 years this time (I'm ready to get off of the leasing carousel).
Thanks in advance for any feedback.
Since it's a brand new model, I doubt that there would be a huge selection initially, plus the issues of a first model year car concern me. As to price, since Mazda is part of Ford, I could qualify for their preferred partner program (X-plan?) and get a good price.
If I haven't made a decision before then, I might check it out.
2001 sebring -2001 stratus -protege mp3 - subaru imprezza - sentra srv -???
I'd like a manual transmission, leather, good stereo system, and a sunroof; so take that into consideration when making recommendations. I don't want a honda, I plan on fixing my car up a bit, and I don't want to be one of the 5 million customized civics around here. Thanks in advance
Ajil
Don't be fooled by the "rental car" stigma a lot of people seem to have about them. I think they are well built, solid, and rattle free. Test drive one and you may be pleasantly surprised. I have a 2000 Taurus SES with nearly 20000 miles and have had zero problems to date.
BTW...why dont you take test drive 2003 Honda Accord. Initially I wasn't too crazy about the look of the car; however, the brightly lit speedometer is a great feature! After all you will be spending great deal of time inside of a car.
Anyways, good luck with your final decision and please keep us informed!
I need help! I also like the Ford escape. I don/t want to spend more then 21,000.00
Sandy
So, I took a quick look at the Accord -- loved the inside, just can't get my mind around that bubble-behind and mail-slot tail lights.
The Saturn 3.0 is a cut above, while the HP isn't mcuh more, the torque makes a difference. (I wish it was available with the 5 speed.) Interior and overall feel are also better. I have three friends with Saturns, all who love them. The best man from my wedding is shopping for an L series to replace his '94 SC2 which has 170,000 miles.
Regarding the small SUV, I'd go with the escape or a Jeep Liberty. However, don't count out the Subaru for repair expenses or difficulty. It's doubtful you'll ever have a problem, they are tops for reliability...underrated in my opinion.