Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous (Archived)

kyfdx

That's cool. $22500 seems like a lot, but probably cheaper than restoring yourself.

mb_enthusiast

corvette said:

mb_enthusiast said:

This car has been at the dealer service center 5 times (across two dealerships) in the past several months for this issue that results in an extended crank time after sitting for several hours.

@mb_enthusiast How have you been? How's your dad?

As to the problem with the Cayenne - how long does it take to turn over when that happens?

I've been generally ok. I had the good fortune of kidney trouble just as the lockdown got underway. That meant that I had a very painful stent for three months. I just had it removed last week. So much more comfortable. But, I am now a opiate addict, and withdrawal from Tramadol, hydrocodone, and oxycodone has been hard on my mood.

My dad got a hip replacement and was in acute rehab for a while. They tried to get him to move in with me. But, it was quickly established that my house was incompatible with his needs. He moved to a sub-acute facility a couple of weeks back. Really hoping that he continues to recover and picks up steam.

This is how it is when it hesitates:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYIWvOHm2FU

stickguy

Michaell said:

stickguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

That’s a great car. Budget S3!

The V50 is the wagon...

Well, the A3 used to be a wagon too.

oldfarmer50

tifighter said:

For today's random craigslist posting, let's just do a green Volvo, three owners old.

Didn’t one of those set some million mile record?

mjfloyd1

mb_enthusiast said:

corvette said:

mb_enthusiast said:

This car has been at the dealer service center 5 times (across two dealerships) in the past several months for this issue that results in an extended crank time after sitting for several hours.

@mb_enthusiast How have you been? How's your dad?

As to the problem with the Cayenne - how long does it take to turn over when that happens?

I've been generally ok. I had the good fortune of kidney trouble just as the lockdown got underway. That meant that I had a very painful stent for three months. I just had it removed last week. So much more comfortable. But, I am now a opiate addict, and withdrawal from Tramadol, hydrocodone, and oxycodone has been hard on my mood.

My dad got a hip replacement and was in acute rehab for a while. They tried to get him to move in with me. But, it was quickly established that my house was incompatible with his needs. He moved to a sub-acute facility a couple of weeks back. Really hoping that he continues to recover and picks up steam.

This is how it is when it hesitates:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYIWvOHm2FU

Kidney stone or ureteral obstruction from some other cause?

My wife just passed her 13th kidney stone. Only took rapidflo and ketorolac. She is one tough cookie

qbrozen

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

That's A LOT! I was looking at newer XC60 T6 R-designs for that kind of dough.

mb_enthusiast

mjfloyd1 said:

mb_enthusiast said:

corvette said:

mb_enthusiast said:

This car has been at the dealer service center 5 times (across two dealerships) in the past several months for this issue that results in an extended crank time after sitting for several hours.

@mb_enthusiast How have you been? How's your dad?

As to the problem with the Cayenne - how long does it take to turn over when that happens?

I've been generally ok. I had the good fortune of kidney trouble just as the lockdown got underway. That meant that I had a very painful stent for three months. I just had it removed last week. So much more comfortable. But, I am now a opiate addict, and withdrawal from Tramadol, hydrocodone, and oxycodone has been hard on my mood.

My dad got a hip replacement and was in acute rehab for a while. They tried to get him to move in with me. But, it was quickly established that my house was incompatible with his needs. He moved to a sub-acute facility a couple of weeks back. Really hoping that he continues to recover and picks up steam.

This is how it is when it hesitates:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYIWvOHm2FU

Kidney stone or ureteral obstruction from some other cause?

My wife just passed her 13th kidney stone. Only took rapidflo and ketorolac. She is one tough cookie

I've had a problem with stones since the first one passed when I was 19. Genuinely thought that I was going to die. Since then, I've passed a handful. But, these were simply far too large to pass. I had a 9mm stone removed, and I had lithotripsy to remove the largest stones (also over 8mm) still in the kidney. Fingers crossed that I've moved past it. But, of course, the risk of producing more is more likely than not.

stickguy

qbrozen said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

That's A LOT! I was looking at newer XC60 T6 R-designs for that kind of dough.

well, it is a Volvo dealer in Manhattan, so entirely possible the asking price is somewhat "ambitious". I do recall that the AWD 6 speed is pretty hard to find so might go for a premium, for a nice one.

nyccarguy

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

mjfloyd1

mb_enthusiast said:

mjfloyd1 said:

mb_enthusiast said:

corvette said:

mb_enthusiast said:

This car has been at the dealer service center 5 times (across two dealerships) in the past several months for this issue that results in an extended crank time after sitting for several hours.

@mb_enthusiast How have you been? How's your dad?

As to the problem with the Cayenne - how long does it take to turn over when that happens?

I've been generally ok. I had the good fortune of kidney trouble just as the lockdown got underway. That meant that I had a very painful stent for three months. I just had it removed last week. So much more comfortable. But, I am now a opiate addict, and withdrawal from Tramadol, hydrocodone, and oxycodone has been hard on my mood.

My dad got a hip replacement and was in acute rehab for a while. They tried to get him to move in with me. But, it was quickly established that my house was incompatible with his needs. He moved to a sub-acute facility a couple of weeks back. Really hoping that he continues to recover and picks up steam.

This is how it is when it hesitates:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYIWvOHm2FU

Kidney stone or ureteral obstruction from some other cause?

My wife just passed her 13th kidney stone. Only took rapidflo and ketorolac. She is one tough cookie

I've had a problem with stones since the first one passed when I was 19. Genuinely thought that I was going to die. Since then, I've passed a handful. But, these were simply far too large to pass. I had a 9mm stone removed, and I had lithotripsy to remove the largest stones (also over 8mm) still in the kidney. Fingers crossed that I've moved past it. But, of course, the risk of producing more is more likely than not.

You need to keep a stone and have it analyzed and do a 23 hour urine analysis to determine if there is a medication that will prevent stones. Trust me, I’m a doctor 🙃

mjfloyd1

mb_enthusiast said:

mjfloyd1 said:

mb_enthusiast said:

corvette said:

mb_enthusiast said:

This car has been at the dealer service center 5 times (across two dealerships) in the past several months for this issue that results in an extended crank time after sitting for several hours.

@mb_enthusiast How have you been? How's your dad?

As to the problem with the Cayenne - how long does it take to turn over when that happens?

I've been generally ok. I had the good fortune of kidney trouble just as the lockdown got underway. That meant that I had a very painful stent for three months. I just had it removed last week. So much more comfortable. But, I am now a opiate addict, and withdrawal from Tramadol, hydrocodone, and oxycodone has been hard on my mood.

My dad got a hip replacement and was in acute rehab for a while. They tried to get him to move in with me. But, it was quickly established that my house was incompatible with his needs. He moved to a sub-acute facility a couple of weeks back. Really hoping that he continues to recover and picks up steam.

This is how it is when it hesitates:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYIWvOHm2FU

Kidney stone or ureteral obstruction from some other cause?

My wife just passed her 13th kidney stone. Only took rapidflo and ketorolac. She is one tough cookie

I've had a problem with stones since the first one passed when I was 19. Genuinely thought that I was going to die. Since then, I've passed a handful. But, these were simply far too large to pass. I had a 9mm stone removed, and I had lithotripsy to remove the largest stones (also over 8mm) still in the kidney. Fingers crossed that I've moved past it. But, of course, the risk of producing more is more likely than not.

My wife passed a 7mm stone with ketorolac. Wow

stickguy

Big problem with that V50, is it is black over black. Don't care what it is, that ain't happening for me.

doing a national search on cars.com, there is exactly 1 listed. Much better color combo, if you don't mind 100K more miles to save $4,000! Though seems to have had a bunch of work done on it, and comes with some extras. I actually would not mind having this one. At $6k, would mind it even less!

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/814179864/overview/

nyccarguy

I’ve mentioned this before, but my mother in law’s 2017 Ford Edge SEL’s lease is maturing in August. She asked me a few weeks ago what she should look at. I told her to check out another Edge, an RDX, Passport, Blazer, & Grand Cherokee.

Last week she tells me she wants to look at a Jeep (Wrangler). I tell her that’s great as long as she drives it 1st and is ok with entry & exit. I know she really wants a convertible, but tell her the soft top is a pain to put down all the way and the hard top is difficult to take on and off. She tells me she saw on the Jeep website that they make a power top now. I know her and my father in law think that Jeeps are cheap vehicles. They drove a wrangler with a power top and thought it was OK. Then they were given a stratospheric lease price. They drove an RDX, a Passport, and finally got back to the Ford dealer where they have bought 4 of their last 5 Fords. Drove a new Edge & liked it. They dealt with a green pea who knew less than nothing. Asked to speak with a manager and the GP kept saying SM was busy, but kept going back to check with him. GP gave them a price that was way out of whack. They walked and went to another Ford store. Spoke to a sales person, they got a price that is $51 per month cheaper than they are paying now (for a newer car with more features). They pick it up Wednesday. Dealer (or Ford) is eating their last lease payment.

I asked why they waited and didn’t take delivery on Saturday. MIL said they noticed the rear part of the pano roof was cracked. They are having it replaced under insurance tomorrow.

explorerx4

I read about a weird episode with a Wrangler that KBB or someone like that had as a long termer.
Because the hood doesn't lock, someone was easily able to steal the LED headlights.

stickguy

for the price, this actually doesn't offend me too much. Like the colors, has all the important options.

https://www.torchlightmotors.com/vdp/16274871/Used-2017-Volvo-XC60-T5-Dynamic-for-sale-in-Parlin-NJ-08859

mjfloyd1

explorerx4 said:

I read about a weird episode with a Wrangler that KBB or someone like that had as a long termer.
Because the hood doesn't lock, someone was easily able to steal the LED headlights.

True. Lots of posts on Wrangler forums about this.

Thankfully I have the LED lights...

Michaell

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

mjfloyd1

https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.caranddriver.com/news/amp15339994/how-long-should-a-new-set-of-tires-last/

stickguy

The Sonota sounds like a JRgo special. The tires, I thought the rule of thumb is 7 years, but since the car is in SoCal, might be longer since not subjected to winter and cold. Even that is not a hard rule. Just check condition. If the tread is good and sidewall is not dry rotted, most likely you will be fine.

I would be more worried about the belts and hoses. If you are definitely keeping it when you get it back, and it needs this stuff anyway, I would get the important stuff done out there. New serp belt, rad hoses, oil change/coolant/tranny flush, should be easy enough to get done anywhere.

roadburner

corvette said:

Made an appointment for the 5k tire rotation on the Tundra. I thought I'd give Oxmoor Toyota a try since it's close to me and really, it's impossible for them to screw up a tire rotation, right? Went to their website to schedule, and they wanted to sell me a "premier" service package (adding only an oil change) for $116. When I backed out of that menu and selected the 5k "complimentary service," the website told me it would cost $35. Sounds about right for "free."

I made an appointment with Wyler Toyota with no issues. I will pay the toll and go across the river to Clarksville before I deal with the clowns at Oxmoor.

And you wonder why I call them "Oxmoorons."

qbrozen

stickguy said:

for the price, this actually doesn't offend me too much. Like the colors, has all the important options.

https://www.torchlightmotors.com/vdp/16274871/Used-2017-Volvo-XC60-T5-Dynamic-for-sale-in-Parlin-NJ-08859

"doesn't offend me too much" is always my criteria when making a major purchase. LOL.

Anyhoo, it was rated in below average condition at Manheim and he paid $16k for it. Just a little info for ya. Pretty color combo.

stickguy

always nice to have the auction history. He certainly writes it up nice. Good carfax/service history supposedly. But I like the car and guess I was right that the price is reasonable.

Michaell

stickguy said:

The Sonota sounds like a JRgo special. The tires, I thought the rule of thumb is 7 years, but since the car is in SoCal, might be longer since not subjected to winter and cold. Even that is not a hard rule. Just check condition. If the tread is good and sidewall is not dry rotted, most likely you will be fine.

I would be more worried about the belts and hoses. If you are definitely keeping it when you get it back, and it needs this stuff anyway, I would get the important stuff done out there. New serp belt, rad hoses, oil change/coolant/tranny flush, should be easy enough to get done anywhere.

Yeah, pretty much what I figured.

The car has been garaged its whole life, so I suspect the tires are good. I had it up to 85 last summer when I was out there, so I know the car is strong.

I'll likely take it into the dealer there before heading home and have the maintenance stuff, the CC and the fuel filler neck attended to.

Michaell

CPO car, broke transmission.

What to do?

https://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/61881/jeep/x/just-purchased-certified-pre-owned-jeep-grand-cherokee-and-transmission-broken#latest

benjaminh

corvette said:

Made an appointment for the 5k tire rotation on the Tundra. I thought I'd give Oxmoor Toyota a try since it's close to me and really, it's impossible for them to screw up a tire rotation, right? Went to their website to schedule, and they wanted to sell me a "premier" service package (adding only an oil change) for $116. When I backed out of that menu and selected the 5k "complimentary service," the website told me it would cost $35. Sounds about right for "free."

I made an appointment with Wyler Toyota with no issues. I will pay the toll and go across the river to Clarksville before I deal with the clowns at Oxmoor.

Sounds like a good plan, although when I cross the Ohio I often take the old toll-free 2nd Street/George Rodgers Clark bridge.

Just noticed that Muth's Candies shows up in this map. That place is an amazing trip back in time and has very nice chocolate treats.

muthscandy.com

oldfarmer50

stickguy said:

Big problem with that V50, is it is black over black. Don't care what it is, that ain't happening for me.

doing a national search on cars.com, there is exactly 1 listed. Much better color combo, if you don't mind 100K more miles to save $4,000! Though seems to have had a bunch of work done on it, and comes with some extras. I actually would not mind having this one. At $6k, would mind it even less!

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/814179864/overview/

Are Volvos of that vintage so reliable that 175k miles wouldn’t be a concern?

oldfarmer50

mjfloyd1 said:

explorerx4 said:

I read about a weird episode with a Wrangler that KBB or someone like that had as a long termer.
Because the hood doesn't lock, someone was easily able to steal the LED headlights.

True. Lots of posts on Wrangler forums about this.

Thankfully I have the LED lights...

A lot of Wranglers get their doors stolen too. I guess they’re removable with just a pin.

corvette

I don’t care for the color on that XC60. Also, it’s a T5 - I wonder whether you could put a chip in it?

oldfarmer50

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

oldfarmer50

stickguy said:

The Sonota sounds like a JRgo special. The tires, I thought the rule of thumb is 7 years, but since the car is in SoCal, might be longer since not subjected to winter and cold. Even that is not a hard rule. Just check condition. If the tread is good and sidewall is not dry rotted, most likely you will be fine.

I would be more worried about the belts and hoses. If you are definitely keeping it when you get it back, and it needs this stuff anyway, I would get the important stuff done out there. New serp belt, rad hoses, oil change/coolant/tranny flush, should be easy enough to get done anywhere.

Wouldn’t UV rays be tougher on a tire than snow and ice? I would think a tire that spends a lot of time in a garage vs out in the sun would hold up longer.

Michaell

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

oldfarmer50

Michaell said:

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

I wouldn’t repair anything that doesn’t pertain to passing a safety inspection. Buyers at that level might actually prefer some defects if it keeps the price down. In my experience any car that passes inspection is worth $1000-2000 easy. Seems to be a huge market for A to B transportation.

stickguy

But should repair things that might let go on a 1,000 mile trip back to Colorado!

corvette

Tires - my parents got a warranty adjustment on a five year old set of Michelins on their Honda Element because they had weather cracking and the tires were becoming unstable in the rain. It’s garage kept in an attached garage, and rarely sees extreme temperatures or direct sunlight. Go figure!

ronsteve

corvette said:

I don’t care for the color on that XC60. Also, it’s a T5 - I wonder whether you could put a chip in it?

By the 2017 models they're all the Drive-E 4-cylinder turbo, not sure what performance mods are out there yet.

And I agree on the color... isn't that what people in the biz call "no-sale blue?"

breld

Michaell said:

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

@michaell, how many times do we have to go over the concept of "need" when it comes to cars?

And the Sonata may be just fine as a point A to point B option, but c'mon, you're a car guy. Sell it and use the proceeds toward a CPO TLX. Or a used 228i down the road.

breld

breld said:

Michaell said:

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

@michaell, how many times do we have to go over the concept of "need" when it comes to cars?

And the Sonata may be just fine as a point A to point B option, but c'mon, you're a car guy. Sell it and use the proceeds toward a CPO TLX. Or a used 228i down the road.

Strike that - just took a look. My old 228i is gone. Good for them.

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Man's got a point...

Michaell

breld said:

Michaell said:

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

t
@michaell, how many times do we have to go over the concept of "need" when it comes to cars?

And the Sonata may be just fine as a point A to point B option, but c'mon, you're a car guy. Sell it and use the proceeds toward a CPO TLX. Or a used 228i down the road.

Hey, you don't know what I've got planned for the Sonata. I'll lease some 20" wheels and tires, add a huuuugggggeeeeeee wing to the trunk, put some flame stickers on it.

It'll be rad

oldfarmer50

stickguy said:

But should repair things that might let go on a 1,000 mile trip back to Colorado!

Or sell it out there. My experience tells me it would be gone in a day. Edmunds says in average condition it’s worth $2k.

oldfarmer50

Michaell said:

breld said:

Michaell said:

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

t
@michaell, how many times do we have to go over the concept of "need" when it comes to cars?

And the Sonata may be just fine as a point A to point B option, but c'mon, you're a car guy. Sell it and use the proceeds toward a CPO TLX. Or a used 228i down the road.

Hey, you don't know what I've got planned for the Sonata. I'll lease some 20" wheels and tires, add a huuuugggggeeeeeee wing to the trunk, put some flame stickers on it.

It'll be rad

Don’t forget the fart can muffler.

Michaell

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

breld said:

Michaell said:

oldfarmer50 said:

Michaell said:

nyccarguy said:

Michaell said:

I live in a pretty average, but new-ish, neighborhood. However, someone around the corner from me has money (or, knows someone who does).

AM Rapide parked on the street. Wow, is that thing gorgeous.

I'll try to get pix the next time I see it.

Speaking of used Volvos, I found a 2010 V50 T5 AWD with a 6-speed manual. 80k, give or take, for $11,995.

It's at Volvo of Manhattan.

Let me know if you want me to check it out for you. I’ve got to make a delivery in that neighborhood tomorrow.

Thanks for the offer. Not likely to happen.

What is likely to happen is that I'll inherit my mom car - 2003 Hyundai Sonata GLS V6 with less than 40,000 miles on it. My sister and I made the painful decision to move my mom into an assisted care facility - a private home with 6 residents and 2 full time staff.

The house she lived in for 50+ years was pretty much packed up this past week. My ex-wife, my son and his wife, and his wife's daughter will be renting the house from us to help defray expenses.

I've talked about the Sonata before - it has some deferred maintenance that needs attention. The cruise doesn't work, it likely needs new hoses and belts, and there is a known problem with the gas fill system that needs to be fixed.

I know the car has Michelins on it, but don't know the age. How old would they need to be before I consider replacing them? I'm expecting to drive it back 1100 miles from San Diego to Colorado in a couple of months.

That could be a quick sale on CL if you want to avoid the hassle.

May do that, as well. It's not that we need the third car, but where else are you going to find something like this for the low price of $0 (well, plus the cost of the repairs - figure $500-1000).

t
@michaell, how many times do we have to go over the concept of "need" when it comes to cars?

And the Sonata may be just fine as a point A to point B option, but c'mon, you're a car guy. Sell it and use the proceeds toward a CPO TLX. Or a used 228i down the road.

Hey, you don't know what I've got planned for the Sonata. I'll lease some 20" wheels and tires, add a huuuugggggeeeeeee wing to the trunk, put some flame stickers on it.

It'll be rad

Don’t forget the fart can muffler.

Of course!

fintail

There's a late model/current style Optima of all things, a new arrival to my parking garage, with a fart can. I almost suspected the car either lost its exhaust or had the cat stolen etc, but by the dark (maybe illegal) window tint, dark license plate cover, etc, that it is intentional. Sounds pretty awful, I don't know why someone would do it to a normal family sedan.

explorerx4

@michaell.
First thing to do on the Sonata, a chrome purple wrap!

Michaell

explorerx4 said:

@michaell.
First thing to do on the Sonata, a chrome purple wrap!

You all are killing it today!

It will really stand out in my neighborhood, when I park it on the street.

stickguy

JRgo has his latest hooptie, a 2007 M6 v10. Best feature, it has side skirt trim added, which turned out to be strips of vinyl house siding.

Makes you wonder what corners were cut on the expensive mechanicals. Already determined to need bearings (crank?). I’m sure there is more.

Makes me feel better about repair the whole in the floor of my Corolla with a spare house shingle. Actually worked great!

Michaell

Car trivia time!

Name the cars driven by the following characters:

Ferris Bueller's dad
Ferris Bueller's mom
Edward Rooney

Bonus points if you can recite the license plates.

Extra special bonus if you know - or think you know - the meaning behind those plates.

(no Googling!)

pensfan83

Ferris's Dad - Audi 100
Ferris's Mom - K Car Wagon, I think the Dodge brand
Ed Rooney - K Car, Aries?

Don't know the license plates.

Michaell

pensfan83 said:

Ferris's Dad - Audi 100
Ferris's Mom - K Car Wagon, I think the Dodge brand
Ed Rooney - K Car, Aries?

Don't know the license plates.

Good deal - those are all correct.

Waiting for @fintail to check in .... he's the big John Hughes fan here.

tifighter

Man, I saw one of these new Sonatas in a bright gold color the other day. It was not good.