Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous (Archived)

tbirdmarco

dad and mom had an 1994 Nissan quest that they got when I was in kindagardon was around until 2009 with over 200 k quite an bit over and dad never changed the starter or altanator! got rear ended on the highway when dad was cumming home from work sum man in an big SUV crashed in to it when they wher in trafick! he drove it home stall ran crushed in back and all!

tbirdmarco

also my dad had an old Nissan Dotson maxima think the year was 1983 got it with over 100k used around the same time that was around until 1998 way over 200k rust took its tole was driving it around for quite sum time with rusty flors and when would rane carpet would be soked! stall ran when was donated!

tbirdmarco

they also had an 1995 Altima they got in 1998 with 20k stick shift that was around in till 2003 sold it with over 100k that is when mom wanted an new car and got her first Hundai santafy! that is all for now can go on! lollollol

tbirdmarco

dads current sanata has over 150 k still doing ok!

rny421

I had a Saturn VUE, 4-cylinder, 5-speed that I got rid of right before 100k. My 2011 Edge is just shy of 96k. That will go up by about 1,800 miles over the holiday weekend as we head out to see family.
I have a friend that has a 1993 Volvo Wagon with over 300k miles. Somehow, it's still running.

stickguy

suydam said:

Is she going to be working in Education or for a non profit institution (such as a non profit hospital)? She may qualify for an interest only payment, and the debt is forgiven after 10 years.

nope. But for a big bank, so hoping they have some sort of perk where you can refi all your loans into one loan with a cheapish interest rate. But none of hers are really that high a %. Maybe 4.5%? Might not save much money, but nice to not have them to deal with.

corvette

Working for a big bank? She can probably pay it off pretty quick, if she wants. But that interest rate is not really higher than a mortgage, and I think student loan interest is deductible without itemizing. I know my loan is a fixed rate of about 2%, and I will not try to pay it off early for those reasons.

pensfan83

Ahhh banking, if I recall correctly you said she's moving to NC so I'm guessing she's going to work for BoA, Wells, maybe SunTrust. I work for a Top 5 bank and I don't ever recall seeing any options to refi student loans with them...in fact my company is just a servicer of loans I do not believe we underwrite them.

As for student loan interest, it is deductible if you itemize but the amount you can deduct goes down as your income rises.

breld

Just browsing bringatrailer.

I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo.

1993 MR2

stickguy

pensfan83 said:

Ahhh banking, if I recall correctly you said she's moving to NC so I'm guessing she's going to work for BoA, Wells, maybe SunTrust. I work for a Top 5 bank and I don't ever recall seeing any options to refi student loans with them...in fact my company is just a servicer of loans I do not believe we underwrite them.

As for student loan interest, it is deductible if you itemize but the amount you can deduct goes down as your income rises.

thanks. I know there is one bank that advertises they do this (sofi?) but maybe that is a specialty. Her rates I think are in the 3.5-4.5% range, so not really that high. Refi is more about getting away from the student loan "machine". And I doubt she would be itemizing any time soon, but who knows now.

She actually is in school in NC, but getting the job in Delaware, so much closer to home (NJ).

stickguy

Breld, did you buy it yet? I know that is step 2 (step 1 being, "just browsing"). I too love these. I looked at a couple some years back. One that I probably should have snapped up.

Michaell

breld said:

Just browsing bringatrailer.

I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo.

1993 MR2

Did I read that right - 13 year old tires? Forget about the 90% tread life left, wouldn't you want to replace these because of age?

Could you live with the color? I know we saw the white one at the C&C in October, but that one had just under 100K.

tbirdmarco

@breld nice car! yes would have to change those tires and you would be good to go so are you going to go for it! my older brothers frend used to have 2 of them one white and think the other one was yello sum bright nice color!

qbrozen

Michaell said:

Just browsing bringatrailer. I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo. 1993 MR2

Did I read that right - 13 year old tires? Forget about the 90% tread life left, wouldn't you want to replace these because of age? Could you live with the color? I know we saw the white one at the C&C in October, but that one had just under 100K.

Yes, tires are too old. I like the color quite a bit. They aren't exactly quick cars, though.

Michaell

qbrozen said:

Michaell said:

breld said:

Just browsing bringatrailer.

I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo.

1993 MR2

Did I read that right - 13 year old tires? Forget about the 90% tread life left, wouldn't you want to replace these because of age?

Could you live with the color? I know we saw the white one at the C&C in October, but that one had just under 100K.

Yes, tires are too old. I like the color quite a bit. They aren't exactly quick cars, though.

I don't think it's about quick; this one would be about nostalgia.

ab348

I like the color as well (for some reason most of those I remember seeing were yellow) but for me I'd rather have the 1st-gen model. There was a blue '85 on BaT that sold last week for around $10K and I considered it a steal considering the great condition it was in. These 2nd-gen ones do little for me. Of course I'm biased since my '85 was my first new car.

Mr_Shiftright

breld said:

Just browsing bringatrailer.

I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo.

1993 MR2

They're fun and very reliable. Kinda tight in the cockpit, though, so don't go buying one blind without trying one first.

corvette

I like the color. The t-tops are neat. 

Michaell

Mr_Shiftright said:

breld said:

Just browsing bringatrailer.

I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo.

1993 MR2

They're fun and very reliable. Kinda tight in the cockpit, though, so don't go buying one blind without trying one first.

I don't think that will be a problem. The seats in the Type R are highly bolstered. I almost needed a winch to get out of them.

Mr_Shiftright

Michaell said:

Mr_Shiftright said:

breld said:

Just browsing bringatrailer.

I've always had a soft spot for these. At this age, I believe it's an advantage to get a non-turbo.

1993 MR2

They're fun and very reliable. Kinda tight in the cockpit, though, so don't go buying one blind without trying one first.

I don't think that will be a problem. The seats in the Type R are highly bolstered. I almost needed a winch to get out of them.

I was thinking of leg room and the conflict between seat height and the steering wheel. There are some very nice cars I just can't drive comfortably, including the Miata and the Boxster and the MR2. Oddly enough, the Mini is spacious.

qbrozen

I fit in my '85 MR2, even with a helmet. So I'm pretty sure most people would be fine. Not sure if the 2nd gen is any better or worse, though.

Mr_Shiftright

My legs hit the steering wheel when shifting. I have to "man-spread" to drive it. No fun. Of course, there are Ferraris like that, too.

Sandman6472

Sat in a new Accord Sport yesterday. Very impressive interior especially the tablet like infotainment center. Not crazy about the exterior looks but do like the interior. It is a large vehicle truth be told, much too big for our needs but a nice vehicle all the same. Passed a white new Camry LE yesterday and like it's exterior much better to be honest. The pics of the interior are just o k but really need to sit in one to give an honest opinion. Do believe that both will sell in record numbers as they both look very futuristic and fun.
So far, we've not gotten any of either into the Hertz fleet as of yet. Saw a mess of new base Chrysler pacifica's in Ft. Lauderdale yesterday and a bunch of Nissan Altima's in Miami. Last week, Miami had about a dozen Buick Encore's with the sunroof/moonroof option. Opened one up and sat in it and liked the new dash layout, the infotainment system is now more integrated into the dash, looks much better than the previous design. It's a tall vehicle from what I could see, overall a nice package for the size I prefer. If I were to get any GM product, the Buick Encore would be it but doubt that's gonna happen any time soon.

The Sandman

sb55

I can’t beat Bradd, but this mileage was done in about 7 weeks. But most of it was a 3200 mile 3 week trip. 
Oh, and next week we will be towing our new punch home. It’s the 30’ Airstream.
Unfortunately, it’s cold here in Vermont and it may be a while until we camp in it. 

qbrozen

@stickguy
check it out
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/712016805/overview?aff=share_other

stickguy

I’m in tears I want it so bad. Might even still have touch up paint for it. If I hadn’t bought already I know what I would be doing tomorrow.

Fun car in the T5 AWD combo. Even with an automatic. This must be a hoot.

Same color combo as the one we had. But that was a 2007.

stickguy

Weird car fax. Odd bouncing around this year, and according to this, from 2013 to. 2016, 2.5 Years, it went 7 Miles!

tbirdmarco

@sandman_6472 nice nice glad you did like the new accords interior so did I sat in one two weeks ago. still have to sit in the Camary still. but from the out side shape I do like the Camory and not so much the accord just like you!

tbirdmarco

@sb55 nice nice! post picks of your new travial traler punch when you can!

stickguy

OK, how brave do you have to be to try this one?

http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2008-volvo-s80-4dr_sedan_4_4l_awd-used-17052789.html

stickguy

this one is probably gorgeous. if it was just a manual...

http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2003-bmw-z4-roadster_2_5i-used-17060843.html

qbrozen

stickguy said:

OK, how brave do you have to be to try this one? http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2008-volvo-s80-4dr_sedan_4_4l_awd-used-17052789.html

I always wanted one with the yamaha engine, but thems alotta miles

qbrozen

stickguy said:

this one is probably gorgeous. if it was just a manual... http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2003-bmw-z4-roadster_2_5i-used-17060843.html

If I was to get an auto z4, it would be like this:
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/680229591/overview?aff=share_other

Mr_Shiftright

qbrozen said:

stickguy said:

this one is probably gorgeous. if it was just a manual...

http://www.royaleasing.com/detail-2003-bmw-z4-roadster_2_5i-used-17060843.html

If I was to get an auto z4, it would be like this:
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/680229591/overview?aff=share_other


There you go. That'll be my pick, too.

stickguy

but the top does not go down. Doesn't even have a moonroof. What's the point of putting up with all the limitations of a 2 door sports car if you don't even get any fresh air?

stickguy

well, here is a real oddball. Other than the black interior (make that beige) it would be perfect. Other than the crazy steep miles. Though price is not that bad.

a RWD stick wagon, at the beginning of winter, in the north? That seems like a tough sell.

http://www.eimports4less.com/detail-2008-bmw-3_series-328i_wagon_6_speed_manual_transmission-used-17048737.html

qbrozen

stickguy said:

but the top does not go down. Doesn't even have a moonroof. What's the point of putting up with all the limitations of a 2 door sports car if you don't even get any fresh air?

Hmmm...let's see... small, nimble, quick, rigid...ya know, like a 2-door sportscar SHOULD be. ;b

stickguy

you forgot to add be a convertible!

qbrozen

And take away the rigidity? Nope. Not in my book.

Michaell

It depends on what you want.

q is looking for a track toy

stick wants something to cruise around in, during the spring and fall seasons.

tbirdmarco

@stickguy nice cars you posted above would have to be an bit brave with those kinds of miles!

tbirdmarco

happy Thanks Giving all! have an nice safe weekend! going to work now than tonight going to my older brothers in Upstate New York so wont get to get on hear until Sunday posabaly evan munday night after work! anyone doing sum black Friday car looking or over the weekend?

qbrozen

Crossed a "milestone" myself last night.

sda

I hope the 6.1mpg isn't representative of overall economy. Ouch. High teens, maybe? About the only thing that I've been disappointed with the Pilot is that it gets 17 -18 mpg in daily driving and on a good day 23-24mpg on extended highway (ideal conditions) trips.

A safe and Happy Thanksgiving to all!

qbrozen

figured someone would mention that. i had just reset it. I get pretty close to your Pilot numbers normally.

kyfdx

stickguy said:

well, here is a real oddball. Other than the black interior (make that beige) it would be perfect. Other than the crazy steep miles. Though price is not that bad.

a RWD stick wagon, at the beginning of winter, in the north? That seems like a tough sell.

http://www.eimports4less.com/detail-2008-bmw-3_series-328i_wagon_6_speed_manual_transmission-used-17048737.html

That's the ultimate BMW wagon.. RWD with a stick.

Low miles, too...

nyccarguy

qbrozen said:

Crossed a "milestone" myself last night.

You couldn't feather it to average and extra .5 mpg?  Amateur!  lol!

stickguy

If that wagon was a grand cheaper, and not an hour from my house, would be tempting. At the miles I put on, who cares what it starts at!

stickguy

The RDX gets lousy MPG around town (partly the car, some the trips, and lots the fact that my wife has no clue how to drive smoothly to maximize MPG). 17 is normal. Sometimes I see it in the 16s, sometimes 18s. But on the highway, the VCM kicks in, and I have had plenty of trips where I pulled upper 20s. 25 would be poor if I was hammering it with hills but on a relatively open, mostly flat trip (like to NC) I easily get 28-29, and have had runs that broke 30 if don't hit traffic.

Michaell

stickguy said:

The RDX gets lousy MPG around town (partly the car, some the trips, and lots the fact that my wife has no clue how to drive smoothly to maximize MPG). 17 is normal. Sometimes I see it in the 16s, sometimes 18s. But on the highway, the VCM kicks in, and I have had plenty of trips where I pulled upper 20s. 25 would be poor if I was hammering it with hills but on a relatively open, mostly flat trip (like to NC) I easily get 28-29, and have had runs that broke 30 if don't hit traffic.

The Outback gets a pretty consistent 20-22 around town, and I've seen 28 on the highway.

Right in line with the EPA numbers.