I'll admit I've looked at some JDM cars from a dealer in TN, I think. I focus on the 4-door sedans rather than the Kei cars or enthusiast oriented models.
Well, I have a very sweet Gloria coming up for sale. But it is a slushbox. At least it has the VQ engine, though! And less than 20k miles! Not to mention fully serviced, including t-belt and new tires. $9k on that one. Slight grandpa odor inside that may or may not be gone at sale time.
If we are going to play THAT game, then can I interest you in an ultra low mileage Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4Xe? Is there a more perfect vehicle for Colorado than a 4 Door, 4 Wheel Drive, Convertible. Heated seats, Heated steering wheel, as well as the ability to disconnect the sway bars with the push of a button. LOL!
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
If I recall your TSX is red? Do you have any issues with fading or discoloring or did Honda/Acura have that worked out by then?
Do I ever, but that's the least of it. The portions of the car that haven't been replaced or repainted due to damage (hit a coyote at 75 at night on the freeway, kid ran into me with a bicycle [really, I was stopped], loose tire bounced into the top of the windshield and roof, etc.) are definitely faded. The various repainted areas are all red, but slightly different shades. Fortunately I care most about how the car drives rather than how it looks. A complete quality repaint would cost several thousands, and I don't think it's worth it.
I bought a pack of these Damp Rid hanging bags. They do take time, but work very nicely. Last year after my Prelude took on some water, I vacuumed it out and tried almost everything to get the musty smell out of it. Vinegar & Baking Soda. Febreeze. Opening up a detergent pod and leaving it in a plastic dish. After using 3 or 4 of these over the course of a few months, it smells fresh and pleasant inside the Prelude.
If I had not turned my 2019 TLX lease in early to Carvana, I almost definitely would have bought it out. and probably kept it a very long time. would never have sniffed that kind of miles, but 10 years, easy.
I got to take a short drive in a TLX the company bought used. I was very impressed with the ride and the interior.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
@nyccarguy said:
If we are going to play THAT game, then can I interest you in an ultra low mileage Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4Xe? Is there a more perfect vehicle for Colorado than a 4 Door, 4 Wheel Drive, Convertible. Heated seats, Heated steering wheel, as well as the ability to disconnect the sway bars with the push of a button. LOL!
Whoa! For his $25k cap, that’s very generous of you! @Michaell , jump on 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
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
@pensfan83 said: @qbrozen are you thinking of keeping anything you've imported or have inbound so far or still waiting on something else to bid on?
We are [probably] keeping the Suzuki Wagon R at myrtle beach. I intended the Pajero for myself, with the reasoning that its towing capacity would be perfect for fetching and delivering cars, but wife is balking. She says use the Sprinter (although towing capacity is lower and it is obviously far less maneuverable with an extra 20 feet hanging out back). I think I’d have to choose between it and the WRX, it would seem. Until I get more seat time in the Mitsu, I can’t decide. I don’t necessarily want to give up the WRX, but gotta do what’s best. Alternatively, if I get a shop, the Mitsu lives there as the shop vehicle. Drive to the shop in personal car and hop in that to go tow stuff.
I have maybe the strongest lead yet on a shop. Need the weather to clear up.
'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
If we are going to play THAT game, then can I interest you in an ultra low mileage Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4Xe? Is there a more perfect vehicle for Colorado than a 4 Door, 4 Wheel Drive, Convertible. Heated seats, Heated steering wheel, as well as the ability to disconnect the sway bars with the push of a button. LOL!
Whoa! For his $25k cap, that’s very generous of you! @Michaell , jump on that!
After all is said and done, when he sells it in 5 years, the net cost will only be about $25K:)-
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
I have the same ionizer, purchased last year to get rid of the smell of cigarette smoke in the Pacifica. It worked, took about 3 passes overall. Each time I used it, the smell was gone, but came back, until the 3rd attempt finished it off.
If you're going to be a car dealer, then you probably should own one of these.
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
yes, when a deal drops in your lap jump on it immediately. I did the same thing last month with a Miata. Guy called Wednesday night to say it was home, but we were going out so I said I would come look Thursday afternoon. Sold that morning.
I wish I saw this ad in time. Only 10 minutes from me. For that price I would have skated you and grabbed it. Buy that, flip the Maverick to Carmaxvanaroom, and use it as the winter snow beater. A clean 4x4 in this market is a steal at that price.
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
yes, when a deal drops in your lap jump on it immediately. I did the same thing last month with a Miata. Guy called Wednesday night to say it was home, but we were going out so I said I would come look Thursday afternoon. Sold that morning.
I wish I saw this ad in time. Only 10 minutes from me. For that price I would have skated you and grabbed it. Buy that, flip the Maverick to Carmaxvanaroom, and use it as the winter snow beater. A clean 4x4 in this market is a steal at that price.
Well, to sour grape missing the deal we can assume that it had multiple expensive problems anyway. The one tip off is that he said he replaced the brake lines. That usually means the underside is heavily rusted.
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I had done febreeze a couple of times, an orange spray stuff, and a thing of damp rid. The orange worked for a few days. None of the others really helped. It isn't a damp smell, I don't think. My fam all agrees it is like old clothes. I believe the seats are wool, as that is popular in the high-end executive cars over there, from what I've read, so I think it is just having been in storage with the windows shut. It isn't offensive, but not exactly pleasant. Mostly unnoticed when the AC is running and the air blowing around inside.
'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
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
@henryn, I think I bought mine based on your recommendation. I did have to use it several times before the aroma went away for good. I even stuck it in the cowl area between the hood and windshield base since that is where the nest was.
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We are [probably] keeping the Suzuki Wagon R at myrtle beach. I intended the Pajero for myself, with the reasoning that its towing capacity would be perfect for fetching and delivering cars, but wife is balking. She says use the Sprinter (although towing capacity is lower and it is obviously far less maneuverable with an extra 20 feet hanging out back).
Translation of what Mrs. QB said: "I don't like driving that big truck I made you buy me, so you drive it instead."
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
Think I'd go with the family Sonata as it does all that you need, is paid off & if something major was to happen, the loss won't be that great. At least it would get you through this difficult time we're living in until you can purchase something you really want. Squirrel away some extra $ and wait a bit. This all assumes the Sonata drives good with no lingering issues & if the infotainment system is outdated, wouldn't cost that much to get a unit installed with today's tech built in. This way you won't feel what it is, an older family vehicle that's been taken care of & still has some useful life. And y'all already know the vehicle's history which you won't know if you go pre-owned. And there's also no large out lay of funds here...ya just got to get it to Denver. And maybe a short road trip could be fun! You're lucky that you have some options here. Going with the family Sonata might be the best solution for the short term until the auto industry finally gets it's groove back!
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NY, what happened to the first Jeep Wrangler? Guess I must've missed when y'all sold it or, is it still around? Have driven a few at work and just not of fan of their road manners. Prefer the size of the 2-door models but again, not the smoothest driver out there. If I needed a Jeep, guess I'd go with a Renegade for it's small size but, we like smaller vehicles for some reason.
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Think I'd go with the family Sonata as it does all that you need, is paid off & if something major was to happen, the loss won't be that great. At least it would get you through this difficult time we're living in until you can purchase something you really want. Squirrel away some extra $ and wait a bit. This all assumes the Sonata drives good with no lingering issues & if the infotainment system is outdated, wouldn't cost that much to get a unit installed with today's tech built in. This way you won't feel what it is, an older family vehicle that's been taken care of & still has some useful life. And y'all already know the vehicle's history which you won't know if you go pre-owned. And there's also no large out lay of funds here...ya just got to get it to Denver. And maybe a short road trip could be fun! You're lucky that you have some options here. Going with the family Sonata might be the best solution for the short term until the auto industry finally gets it's groove back!
Sandy, my sister has invested quite a bit of money getting and keeping the car in good condition. And, we've already replaced the head unit to one that includes CarPlay.
A couple of pix of it when I was in CA about a month ago:
Still waiting to see what Toyota has up their sleeve to take on the newer & better Honda Civic. The current Corolla looks old compared to the Honda or even the Hyundai Elantra, old & dated. I get that the reliability is off the charts, I've owned a couple over the years, but they really need to knock one out of the park with the new Corolla. Think if one could fit on my side of the garage, I might be inclined to get another Honda Civic hatch. Does everything well and looks sweet doing it! I drove one a few weeks ago, a hatchback EX-L model, and was duly impressed by everything. If I knew it would fit, I would've gladly traded out of my VW Golf for it...I thought it was just that good!
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@Michaell "....my sister has invested quite a bit of money getting and keeping the car in good condition. And, we've already replaced the head unit to one that includes CarPlay...."
If you can claim that car, from my pov that would be a great choice in this market. Looks good in red! It's a San Diego car iirc, which means probably almost no rust underneath. If you can drive that for a couple of years, you might be able to get an okay price on a new car sometime in 2024, which is when the chip crisis for vehicles in the US might finally be over.
@Michaell "....my sister has invested quite a bit of money getting and keeping the car in good condition. And, we've already replaced the head unit to one that includes CarPlay...."
If you can claim that car, from my pov that would be a great choice in this market. Looks good in red! It's a San Diego car iirc, which means probably almost no rust underneath. If you can drive that for a couple of years, you might be able to get an okay price on a new car sometime in 2024, which is when the chip crisis for vehicles in the US might finally be over.
It's been a SoCal car since my folks bought it in 2003.
I get the feeling he doesn't really want to drive it back from San Diego to Denver...
Actually, I'm overdue for a road trip. My last one was 10 years ago ....
I've got points for the flight to SD. Just gas, food and lodging to get it back to Colorado. It sucks gas like you wouldn't believe. I drove it from San Diego to Ventura County and back (300+ miles, round trip) in August and it gets low 20's on the highway.
Certainly cheaper than any new or used car I could find, at the moment.
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You can get an ionizer to get rid of aroma's in the car.
It took running it a few time, but I finally got rid of the mouse smell for a nest in the Mustang.
Here's a link to the one I bought.
https://www.amazon.com/Enerzen-Commercial-Industrial-Deodorizer-Sterilizer/dp/B00JAP7388/ref=sr_1_4?adgrpid=1346902315560415&hvadid=84181466873066&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=100226&hvnetw=o&hvqmt=e&hvtargid=kwd-84181753463492:loc-190&hydadcr=26612_9986941&keywords=ionizer&qid=1664896578&qu=eyJxc2MiOiI1LjY2IiwicXNhIjoiNS4xNiIsInFzcCI6IjQuNjEifQ==&sr=8-4
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I bought a pack of these Damp Rid hanging bags. They do take time, but work very nicely. Last year after my Prelude took on some water, I vacuumed it out and tried almost everything to get the musty smell out of it. Vinegar & Baking Soda. Febreeze. Opening up a detergent pod and leaving it in a plastic dish. After using 3 or 4 of these over the course of a few months, it smells fresh and pleasant inside the Prelude.
https://www.amazon.com/DampRid-Hanging-Fresh-16-Ounce-3-Pack/dp/B072LN492H
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Whoa! For his $25k cap, that’s very generous of you! @Michaell , jump on 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
I spotted this yesterday and was planning on giving the guy a call. You just don’t see trucks for that price any more. Mileage was decent for the age and the rust looked appropriate for something driven around here. I had a retirement party to attend so I figured I’d call when I got back. SOLD!
https://albany.craigslist.org/cto/d/clifton-park-dodge-dakota-sold/7540765178.html
You snooze, you lose.
2019 Kia Soul+, 2015 Mustang GT, 2013 Ford F-150, 2000 Chrysler Sebring convertible
We are [probably] keeping the Suzuki Wagon R at myrtle beach. I intended the Pajero for myself, with the reasoning that its towing capacity would be perfect for fetching and delivering cars, but wife is balking. She says use the Sprinter (although towing capacity is lower and it is obviously far less maneuverable with an extra 20 feet hanging out back). I think I’d have to choose between it and the WRX, it would seem. Until I get more seat time in the Mitsu, I can’t decide. I don’t necessarily want to give up the WRX, but gotta do what’s best. Alternatively, if I get a shop, the Mitsu lives there as the shop vehicle. Drive to the shop in personal car and hop in that to go tow stuff.
I have maybe the strongest lead yet on a shop. Need the weather to clear up.
'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
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Whoa! For his $25k cap, that’s very generous of you! @Michaell , jump on that!
After all is said and done, when he sells it in 5 years, the net cost will only be about $25K:)-
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2025 Camry SE AWD
If you're going to be a car dealer, then you probably should own one of these.
I wish I saw this ad in time. Only 10 minutes from me. For that price I would have skated you and grabbed it. Buy that, flip the Maverick to Carmaxvanaroom, and use it as the winter snow beater. A clean 4x4 in this market is a steal at that price.
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good thing about looking at a used truck instead of a car, you can slide under easy enough in their driveway to check it out! No lift required.
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I had done febreeze a couple of times, an orange spray stuff, and a thing of damp rid. The orange worked for a few days. None of the others really helped. It isn't a damp smell, I don't think. My fam all agrees it is like old clothes. I believe the seats are wool, as that is popular in the high-end executive cars over there, from what I've read, so I think it is just having been in storage with the windows shut. It isn't offensive, but not exactly pleasant. Mostly unnoticed when the AC is running and the air blowing around inside.
'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
I thought you knew snoozers are losers, especially in these times.
jmonroe
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You know how you tend to nod off when you get old.
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I think I bought mine based on your recommendation. I did have to use it several times before the aroma went away for good.
I even stuck it in the cowl area between the hood and windshield base since that is where the nest was.
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They are going to have to something. Sales were way down last month.
Spotted on my evening walk…
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I was thinking @roadburner might abandon his M240i dreams for such an exquisite beauty.
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No, I don’t.
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You're lucky that you have some options here. Going with the family Sonata might be the best solution for the short term until the auto industry finally gets it's groove back!
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A couple of pix of it when I was in CA about a month ago:
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"....my sister has invested quite a bit of money getting and keeping the car in good condition. And, we've already replaced the head unit to one that includes CarPlay...."
If you can claim that car, from my pov that would be a great choice in this market. Looks good in red! It's a San Diego car iirc, which means probably almost no rust underneath. If you can drive that for a couple of years, you might be able to get an okay price on a new car sometime in 2024, which is when the chip crisis for vehicles in the US might finally be over.
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It's been a SoCal car since my folks bought it in 2003.
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I've got points for the flight to SD. Just gas, food and lodging to get it back to Colorado. It sucks gas like you wouldn't believe. I drove it from San Diego to Ventura County and back (300+ miles, round trip) in August and it gets low 20's on the highway.
Certainly cheaper than any new or used car I could find, at the moment.
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