Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous (Archived)

stickguy

not sure if mine is in the glove box, or under the seat. I know I have a spare on a shelf in the garage ( I think I accidently kept one from a previous car, maybe my TLX) Thankfully I have never needed to use one (I do have one in the RDX someplace).

qbrozen

FYI, now they are saying $12k incentives on the Hornet RT with conquest, affiliate, and website coupon. $200/mo with $200 at signing is a possibility on 24/7500.

venture

corvette said:

I found the OEM fuel fill adapter for the Maverick. It was… wait for it… under the rear seat in the storage bin where I had previously searched for it and couldn’t find it. D’oh! I clipped it to the bag that keeps the jack from rattling around, which is where I think it’s “supposed” to reside. At least I have a spare now.

What is a fuel fill adapter, and what does it do?

corvette

It's for the capless fuel filler, in case you have to refill from a jerry can instead of a pump nozzle. Apparently, you can also use a screwdriver or other tool to hold it open, but I wasn't aware of that at the time.

tjc78

@qbrozen said:
FYI, now they are saying $12k incentives on the Hornet RT with conquest, affiliate, and website coupon. $200/mo with $200 at signing is a possibility on 24/7500.

I have to have my Mom drive one. How bad can it be for a two year lease?

stickguy

qbrozen said:

FYI, now they are saying $12k incentives on the Hornet RT with conquest, affiliate, and website coupon. $200/mo with $200 at signing is a possibility on 24/7500.

not sure what the affiliate is, but I assume I would qualify for conquest, and can certainly find their website. So that would be a heck of a price for a spare car, winter salt beater. Though for winter duty, 30 months is even better, since you get 3 winters out of it if you get the lease in November!

jmonroe1

corvette said:

I found the OEM fuel fill adapter for the Maverick. It was… wait for it… under the rear seat in the storage bin where I had previously searched for it and couldn’t find it. D’oh! I clipped it to the bag that keeps the jack from rattling around, which is where I think it’s “supposed” to reside. At least I have a spare now.

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What are we gonna do with you?

jmonroe

mlevine

nyccarguy
I think Lexus may due pull ahead lease starting at 6 months. In addition they will sometimes wave over mileage if you lease a vehicle with them again. It may be worth waiting as I would not like to see your parents roll negative equity into a new lease.

pensfan83

I'm probably asking for trouble here, right?

https://www.rejahn.com/vdp/21052816/Used-2019-Alfa-Romeo-Giulia-Ti-Lusso-AWD-for-sale-in-Wexford-PA-15090

Michaell

I got some more information from the friend of my friend. They’ve upped the budget to $10k, which brings a lot more vehicles into the mix.

A couple that popped up:

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/e0240515-c64f-495d-a8e8-4b42f8f31065?aff=share_text

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/1672e010-33ca-434f-9f4f-6baa23e00150?aff=share_text

I’ve been told that reliability is at the top of the wish list, which makes me lean towards the Scion.

Michaell

Feel free to search the 80202 zip code and let me know what you find, and recommend.

qbrozen

A FWD coupe vs a 4x4 suv? Have they given any indication of needs beyond reliability?

qbrozen

@pensfan83 said:
I'm probably asking for trouble here, right?

https://www.rejahn.com/vdp/21052816/Used-2019-Alfa-Romeo-Giulia-Ti-Lusso-AWD-for-sale-in-Wexford-PA-15090

They grab my attention, too, just from a performance value standpoint. But not that one. Only a 3.1 grade at auction. They paid $19.8k for it. FYI.

pensfan83

@qbrozen said:

@pensfan83 said:
I'm probably asking for trouble here, right?

https://www.rejahn.com/vdp/21052816/Used-2019-Alfa-Romeo-Giulia-Ti-Lusso-AWD-for-sale-in-Wexford-PA-15090

They grab my attention, too, just from a performance value standpoint. But not that one. Only a 3.1 grade at auction. They paid $19.8k for it. FYI.

That's what has me interested as well. Shame about that one because I liked the colors too.

stickguy

Michaell said:

Feel free to search the 80202 zip code and let me know what you find, and recommend.

Assignment accepted! What I found is, used car asking prices are still pretty nuts. and I am glad I am not trying to find a good, reliable car on that kind of budget! But, a few things:

these are nice cars.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/305a161b-dbfd-479e-ae35-690e8a784934/

And, reasonable age and miles domestics:

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/ed05a151-b88a-4d16-ac78-f2d32ad6962e/

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/ab1c0fdd-a23c-4449-99e4-e4996b817733/

28firefighter

My dad wants another Stelvio. I get it, but I think he’s nuts.

stickguy

I am too chicken to touch an Alfa now. Maybe a killer lease, but no way I am buying one.

Michaell

qbrozen said:

A FWD coupe vs a 4x4 suv? Have they given any indication of needs beyond reliability?

Apparently, reliability trumps everything else. Would be nice if it did better in the snow, but not sure it’s mandatory.

Michaell

stickguy said:

Michaell said:

Feel free to search the 80202 zip code and let me know what you find, and recommend.

Assignment accepted! What I found is, used car asking prices are still pretty nuts. and I am glad I am not trying to find a good, reliable car on that kind of budget! But, a few things:

these are nice cars.
https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/305a161b-dbfd-479e-ae35-690e8a784934/

And, reasonable age and miles domestics:

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/ed05a151-b88a-4d16-ac78-f2d32ad6962e/

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/ab1c0fdd-a23c-4449-99e4-e4996b817733/

All of those could certainly work, and I'll pass them along.

kyfdx

pensfan83 said:

I'm probably asking for trouble here, right?

https://www.rejahn.com/vdp/21052816/Used-2019-Alfa-Romeo-Giulia-Ti-Lusso-AWD-for-sale-in-Wexford-PA-15090

I think YOU should absolutely get this.

explorerx4

Some strange geography on the Carfax.

au1994

explorerx4 said:

Some strange geography on the Carfax.

Yeah, she got around a bit.

nyccarguy

mlevine said:

nyccarguy
I think Lexus may due pull ahead lease starting at 6 months. In addition they will sometimes wave over mileage if you lease a vehicle with them again. It may be worth waiting as I would not like to see your parents roll negative equity into a new lease.

I just looked at the Lexus website. It does appear that Lexus will waive the last 6 months of your lease if you lease another Lexus.

explorerx4

I saw a YT video the other day that was about Toyota letting you buy down your lease rate with multiple security deposits. Not sure if Lexus has the same program.

Michaell

explorerx4 said:

I saw a YT video the other day that was about Toyota letting you buy down your lease rate with multiple security deposits. Not sure if Lexus has the same program.

Yes, they do.

For Toyota, the challenge is finding a finance manager who understands how the program works.

mlevine

nyccarguy
Is it practical to wait for the 6 months and then do pull ahead? Lexus may also give you mileage waiver.

jmonroe1

au1994 said:

explorerx4 said:

Some strange geography on the Carfax.

Yeah, she got around a bit.

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Yeah and I see that “one tire was replaced”. This car could have been owned by @Sandman6472’s cousin.

jmonroe

nyccarguy

explorerx4 said:

I saw a YT video the other day that was about Toyota letting you buy down your lease rate with multiple security deposits. Not sure if Lexus has the same program.

My parents live in NY which does not allow for MSD.

Michaell

nyccarguy said:

explorerx4 said:

I saw a YT video the other day that was about Toyota letting you buy down your lease rate with multiple security deposits. Not sure if Lexus has the same program.

My parents live in NY which does not allow for MSD.

But if they buy from a CT or NJ dealer, they can be used.

nyccarguy

mlevine said:

nyccarguy
Is it practical to wait for the 6 months and then do pull ahead? Lexus may also give you mileage waiver.

Yes. They can wait the 6 months. My Mom said she really likes the Genesis.

Sandman6472

Yeah, but I "replaced" that one older tire 2 weeks later with the "same" newer tires. Turns out I ran over a rather large screw and it was luckily on the one tire from the Eagle GT's I had. Now, the Golf has the home brand from Tires Plus, not quite sure of the name though. So, all new within 2 weeks of each other with the exact same tire/tread. Not sure how G-d made that work out, but he sure did. And with the 4-wheel alignment done, car drives straight & true down the road.

roadburner

@explorerx4 said:
Some strange geography on the Carfax.

I question the sanity/intelligence of anyone who takes an Alfa to Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center.
But that’s just me.

jmonroe1

roadburner said:

@explorerx4 said:

Some strange geography on the Carfax.

I question the sanity/intelligence of anyone who takes an Alfa to Tuffy Tire & Auto Service Center.

But that’s just me.

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And his brother takes his BMW to Jiffy Lube.

All in the family.

jmonroe

corvette

Gave a friend some cursory advice (he wants to trade a 2021 Mazda CX-5 on a 2024 Crosstrek). Did some basic checking on the target prices, reminded him that he will save on sales tax if he trades the Mazda rather than selling it outright, thought I was done.

Then I had an "oh crap" moment. Emailed him again to ask whether he had driven the Crosstrek in the Premium trim he intended to buy and pointed out that the Sport and higher trims have a more comparable engine size to the Mazda. Although now that I look at it, the 2.0 liter Crosstrek looks like it has an only slightly slower 0-60 time than the normally aspirated CX-5. None of those three options are barn-burners.

kyfdx

I'd think CX-5 to Crosstrek would be a definite step down.

28firefighter

The new Crosstrek is pretty nice for what it is. Depending on the trim CX-5 it may not be such a big change - if going from a Touring or Grand Touring, then yes, probably going to be a bit painful.

Also, I have to say, I like the Wilderness trim. You know, for all the off-roading the people buying it do at Target on the weekend.

Michaell

28firefighter said:

The new Crosstrek is pretty nice for what it is. Depending on the trim CX-5 it may not be such a big change - if going from a Touring or Grand Touring, then yes, probably going to be a bit painful.

Also, I have to say, I like the Wilderness trim. You know, for all the off-roading the people buying it do at Target on the weekend.

Cosplay...

28firefighter

I prefer outdoorsy theater.

pensfan83

kyfdx said:

pensfan83 said:

I'm probably asking for trouble here, right?

https://www.rejahn.com/vdp/21052816/Used-2019-Alfa-Romeo-Giulia-Ti-Lusso-AWD-for-sale-in-Wexford-PA-15090

I think YOU should absolutely get this.

Heartbreak waiting to happen. I wish GTI prices weren't still bonkers.

sda

My wife was asking me how much longer the 06 TL would last. I mentioned I would love to get about another year out of it if we can assuming no major repairs. She asked, are you still planning to give the Passat to our daughter and get something else for you? Yes, that's the plan. She quickly interjected, no old man's cars, get something fun!

[Deleted User]

Just made the final lease payment on the Tacoma with no real direction on what to do with it, other than NOT turn it in. It's got 14,395 miles with a buyout of around $29.3k. I ran it online through CarMax over the weekend and they came back with an offer of $38k, which isn't much less than original MSRP. For the first time I can remember, there's nothing out there that I just have to have. Interest rates don't help and there doesn't seem to be any killer lease programs to be had. The lease company said they would do month to month until August so I guess that gives us a little more time.

explorerx4

Just saw this message at the top of my screen.

Edmunds dealer partner, Bayway Leasing, is now offering transparent lease deals via these forums. Click here to see the latest vehicles!

https://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/70891/general/x/lease-deals-offered-by-bayway-auto-leasing-nationwide-delivery-available#latest

jmonroe1

sda said:

My wife was asking me how much longer the 06 TL would last. I mentioned I would love to get about another year out of it if we can assuming no major repairs. She asked, are you still planning to give the Passat to our daughter and get something else for you? Yes, that's the plan. She quickly interjected, no old man's cars, get something fun!

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And don’t get one in Old Man’s Gray.

jmonroe

corvette

@explorerx4 - I saw that, as well. Didn't see anything that interested me, but I hope I paid my yearly Edmunds dues by clicking on the link.

jmonroe1

explorerx4 said:

Just saw this message at the top of my screen.

Edmunds dealer partner, Bayway Leasing, is now offering transparent lease deals via these forums. Click here to see the latest vehicles!

https://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/70891/general/x/lease-deals-offered-by-bayway-auto-leasing-nationwide-delivery-available#latest

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You’re not a privileged character, I’m pretty sure we all saw that.

jmonroe

jmonroe1

corvette said:

@explorerx4 - I saw that, as well. Didn't see anything that interested me, but I hope I paid my yearly Edmunds dues by clicking on the link.

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Damn, they should have told us that. Now I don’t see the link.

jmonroe

explorerx4

@jmonroe1,
They credited your dues to corvette, now you owe double.

laurasdada

sda said:

My wife was asking me how much longer the 06 TL would last. I mentioned I would love to get about another year out of it if we can assuming no major repairs. She asked, are you still planning to give the Passat to our daughter and get something else for you? Yes, that's the plan. She quickly interjected, no old man's cars, get something fun!

You should marry that woman!

jmonroe1

explorerx4 said:

@jmonroe1,
They credited your dues to corvette, now you owe double.

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Well, we’ll see about that.

jmonroe

28firefighter

Direct competition with LH broker crowd. Interesting play....