Chronic Car Buyers Anonymous (Archived)

stickguy

I still am working on getting owning a BMW off the bucket list. That’s doable. The Porsche, likely that ship has sailed.

Kirstie_H

jmonroe1 said:

Wow, I hope I never get to the point where buying a gallon of coolant tires me out to the point where I have to take a nap.

OK, but what if you also spent a few hours wrangling Edmunds forum members? It's only 6:30am here, and I already need a nap.

nyccarguy

stickguy said:

@nyccarguy said:

That Legacy I posted about earlier is gone. Yanks are down 3-0. I still believe they can pull this one out!

What, you think they are the Red Sox?

Your team couldn't beat them either!

nyccarguy

I know the 2nd generation Tacomas have a cult following. Is this a case of market correct pricing or "nobody wants a stick/RARE 6-SPEED?" The truck is 12 years old. The guy hit a deer with it, probably on the Palisades Parkway up north. Check out the rust on the trailer hitch. I can only imagine what the rest of the frame looks like.

au1994

That’s absolutely crack pipe pricing if you ask me.

nyccarguy

stickguy said:

I still am working on getting owning a BMW off the bucket list. That’s doable. The Porsche, likely that ship has sailed.

The Porsche, likely that ship has sailed

graphicguy

kyfdx said:

28firefighter said:

I “modded” the WRX today. Swapped out for WRX all weather mats and installed the center armrest extension. @breld wasn't kidding about the latter, it is comically easy to install. Only thing left is I bought an STI shift knob off marketplace that should be here this weekend.

You are a custom car freak!

Make that SUPER FREAK!

Sorry, I'll quit!

graphicguy

Kirstie_H said:

jmonroe1 said:

Wow, I hope I never get to the point where buying a gallon of coolant tires me out to the point where I have to take a nap.

OK, but what if you also spent a few hours wrangling Edmunds forum members? It's only 6:30am here, and I already need a nap.

Don't mind me. I have an empty agenda this morning....

https://youtu.be/flJo10TDHcU?si=zKVjdzL6XrF4rh5B

breld

kyfdx said:

corvette said:

@kyfdx - I thought nearly all modern coolant was compatible with all manufacturers.

Absolutely not... Porsche coolant is PINK!

I ordered this off Amazon and had it within a day to top off my coolant to get it above that minimum setting.




I mixed it with some distilled water, found the correct cap under the rear cover, and filled it up all by myself! Not trying to brag or anything as to my mechanical skills.

After identifying the one small leak a couple weeks back in my garage, I've seen no more evidence of leaking, but nevertheless have an appointment next week at the Porsche dealer. I'm a little nervous of what comes from that...if it's a water pump issue that should be covered by Porsche, but not sure what else comes up at 24k miles on a 911.

kyfdx

breld said:

kyfdx said:

corvette said:

@kyfdx - I thought nearly all modern coolant was compatible with all manufacturers.

Absolutely not... Porsche coolant is PINK!

I ordered this off Amazon and had it within a day to top off my coolant to get it above that minimum setting.




I mixed it with some distilled water, found the correct cap under the rear cover, and filled it up all by myself! Not trying to brag or anything as to my mechanical skills.

After identifying the one small leak a couple weeks back in my garage, I've seen no more evidence of leaking, but nevertheless have an appointment next week at the Porsche dealer. I'm a little nervous of what comes from that...if it's a water pump issue that should be covered by Porsche, but not sure what else comes up at 24k miles on a 911.

Most of those gallon jugs of aftermarket coolant are already pre-mixed. Something to watch for.

I thought about it, but thinking I'd only ever need a quart, drove out to the dealer.

oldfarmer50

nyccarguy said:

That Legacy I posted about earlier is gone. Yanks are down 3-0. I still believe they can pull this one out!

Never! I haven’t trusted those heartbreakers since I lost my dollar allowance betting on them in 1964.🤬

oldfarmer50

nyccarguy said:

I know the 2nd generation Tacomas have a cult following. Is this a case of market correct pricing or "nobody wants a stick/RARE 6-SPEED?" The truck is 12 years old. The guy hit a deer with it, probably on the Palisades Parkway up north. Check out the rust on the trailer hitch. I can only imagine what the rest of the frame looks like.

Is that the generation where Toyota replaced the frames for free? If so it might not be in such bad shape. Also it seems to have spent most of its life in the lower Hudson Valley which may mean it didn’t spend as much time on salted roads than it would in far upstate or Vermont.

While I realize that Toyota has a certain cache’ and it’s 4WD, compare that to a one year newer F-150 with 1/4 the mileage for $14k. Small trucks are way too pricey these days IMO.

jmonroe1

Kirstie_H said:

jmonroe1 said:

Wow, I hope I never get to the point where buying a gallon of coolant tires me out to the point where I have to take a nap.

OK, but what if you also spent a few hours wrangling Edmunds forum members? It's only 6:30am here, and I already need a nap.

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Must be a tough job you guys have. But, that’s why you get paid the way you do.

As for 6:30 AM, I haven’t even rolled over yet.

jmonroe

kyfdx

oldfarmer50 said:

nyccarguy said:

I know the 2nd generation Tacomas have a cult following. Is this a case of market correct pricing or "nobody wants a stick/RARE 6-SPEED?" The truck is 12 years old. The guy hit a deer with it, probably on the Palisades Parkway up north. Check out the rust on the trailer hitch. I can only imagine what the rest of the frame looks like.

Is that the generation where Toyota replaced the frames for free? If so it might not be in such bad shape. Also it seems to have spent most of its life in the lower Hudson Valley which may mean it didn’t spend as much time on salted roads than it would in far upstate or Vermont.

While I realize that Toyota has a certain cache’ and it’s 4WD, compare that to a one year newer F-150 with 1/4 the mileage for $14k. Small trucks are way too pricey these days IMO.

No... this generation is a good one.

jmonroe1

graphicguy said:

Kirstie_H said:

jmonroe1 said:

Wow, I hope I never get to the point where buying a gallon of coolant tires me out to the point where I have to take a nap.

OK, but what if you also spent a few hours wrangling Edmunds forum members? It's only 6:30am here, and I already need a nap.

Don't mind me. I have an empty agenda this morning....

https://youtu.be/flJo10TDHcU?si=zKVjdzL6XrF4rh5B

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After 10 minutes that put me to sleep.

jmonroe

ab348

nyccarguy said:

I know the 2nd generation Tacomas have a cult following. Is this a case of market correct pricing or "nobody wants a stick/RARE 6-SPEED?" The truck is 12 years old. The guy hit a deer with it, probably on the Palisades Parkway up north. Check out the rust on the trailer hitch. I can only imagine what the rest of the frame looks like.

Is there a listing of this somewhere that we can check out? Once again, I’m confused.

stickguy

@nyccarguy said:
Your team couldn't beat them either!

Beat them twice!

nyccarguy

ab348 said:

nyccarguy said:

I know the 2nd generation Tacomas have a cult following. Is this a case of market correct pricing or "nobody wants a stick/RARE 6-SPEED?" The truck is 12 years old. The guy hit a deer with it, probably on the Palisades Parkway up north. Check out the rust on the trailer hitch. I can only imagine what the rest of the frame looks like.

Is there a listing of this somewhere that we can check out? Once again, I’m confused.

2012 Toyota Tacoma

pensfan83

28firefighter said:

@pensfan83 said:

@tifighter said:

That hits close to home.

This actually reminds me that I need to sell my winter wheel set up from the MDX.

If I wasn't across the country I'd probably snag them.

Roadtrip for the auto show?

That might be cheaper than the flight on Alaska.

xwesx

I love flying in and out of PIT on Alaska. We usually fly on miles, but the pricing is quite reasonable (for 2024) and the mileage tickets usually have good availability (as opposed to demand destinations like Mexico or Hawai'i).

Sandman6472

Drove a newer Kia Sorrento today and found it very nice. Acceleration was quite adequate and really liked the way it drove. Of course, too big for our purposes but Kia is making some very nice offerings of late. Hyundai is also as evidenced by the newer Tucson I drove on Sunday. Still haven't driven the new 2024 Kona but we do have more and more in the fleet now so, my day will be coming. Did finally drive the wife's 2023 around the block and did like the way it drove. I could live with one very easily I guess but even though the pre-owned one I was interested in a few weeks back could've worked, decided I'd rather go new when the time comes. My next vehicle could be my last so, gonna make sure I get what I really want. Still want to test drive a new Mini Cooper even though I hate that they have that center mounted speedo/infotainment system as it just feels awkward to me to not have the speedo straight ahead of me. And their pricing is really a bit high for such a small vehicle. But, still want to test drive one just to be 100% sure it's not right for me.

28firefighter

I’m an Alaska fan. We fly them almost exclusively (domestically) for work and personal purposes.

nyccarguy

WAY TO GO YANKEES!

Sandman6472

Off until Saturday! Turn 70 on Friday and don't want to work...usually take that day off as a personal day. Not sure what I'll do but working ain't gonna happen. Was thinking of all the years I worked and between my postal years and my rental car years, up to 42 right now. Not sure how many more I'll do at Enterprise, but my new schedule is much easier on my body...and the change was long overdue! Just having the easier ingress/egress with the minivan has helped so much in keeping my spinal pain at a tolerable level. And the two shorter weekend days are just great. Sure, I'm going to miss out on some extra weekend hours but am not there for the $ to be honest, so not an issue. And having Mondays and Wednesdays/Thursdays off is so much easier for me getting personal stuff done. My timing was finally right here, a good thing. And working with all new folks is a nice change to...have found that getting to personal with co-workers isn't the best idea. Best to keep certain things to ones self!

pensfan83

xwesx said:

I love flying in and out of PIT on Alaska. We usually fly on miles, but the pricing is quite reasonable (for 2024) and the mileage tickets usually have good availability (as opposed to demand destinations like Mexico or Hawai'i).

Good to know, I naturally assumed as the only non-stop option it would be priced accordingly similar to how American has priced some of their flights to their hubs out of PIT.

nyccarguy

This is interesting:

https://www.mercedesbenzparamus.com/used/Subaru/2014-Subaru-Impreza-for-sale-paramus-nj-9d1594a5ac1810468c24cbba920eb769.htm

2014 Subaru Impreza Hatchback
155K miles
5-Speed Manual

au1994

nyccarguy said:

This is interesting:

https://www.mercedesbenzparamus.com/used/Subaru/2014-Subaru-Impreza-for-sale-paramus-nj-9d1594a5ac1810468c24cbba920eb769.htm

2014 Subaru Impreza Hatchback

155K miles

5-Speed Manual

It doesn't look bad for the age and miles. Our resident Subaru experts will weigh in on what to look out for.

The fact that an MB dealer put it on their lot rather than send straight to auction seems to bode well but you really don't know.

Of course at this price point and the age and miles it dictates, there are always risks.

oldfarmer50

nyccarguy said:

This is interesting:

https://www.mercedesbenzparamus.com/used/Subaru/2014-Subaru-Impreza-for-sale-paramus-nj-9d1594a5ac1810468c24cbba920eb769.htm

2014 Subaru Impreza Hatchback

155K miles

5-Speed Manual

Looks nice but that’s pretty miley.

Kirstie_H

Has everyone else been enjoying a refreshing lack of server errors over the past couple of days? For the record, I didn't do anything apart from notify Vanilla that the problem persisted after the alleged fix.

corvette

TY, @Kirstie_H !

kyfdx

I haven't noticed any issues, lately.

MichaelVanillaTest

This is Vanilla Support adding a test comment.

MichaelVanillaTest

And another test comment.

MichaelVanillaTest

And one more.

MichaelVanillaTest

One more.

MichaelVanillaTest

Not able to replicate the time out issue.

qbrozen

@nyccarguy said:
WAY TO GO YANKEES!

I’m glad a couple of fans showed themselves to be even worse than what I had seen from those Dodgers fans in the playoffs. Now I can confidently root against NY, as I usually do. ;b

jmonroe1

MichaelVanillaTest said:

Not able to replicate the time out issue.

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One more post and you’re gonna be paying dues in here.

jmonroe

oldfarmer50

MichaelVanillaTest said:

Not able to replicate the time out issue.

Boy, have I heard that story before at the shop. “Can not duplicate customer’s complaint”.😅

Kirstie_H

oldfarmer50 said:

MichaelVanillaTest said:

Not able to replicate the time out issue.

Boy, have I heard that story before at the shop. “Can not duplicate customer’s complaint”.😅

Aw, that's the super helpful rep who's had to put up with my gripes for the past few months. This bug is like Mr. Snuffleupagus - it always disappears the moment you're SURE you can prove it exists.

suydam

qbrozen said:

@nyccarguy said:

WAY TO GO YANKEES!

I’m glad a couple of fans showed themselves to be even worse than what I had seen from those Dodgers fans in the playoffs. Now I can confidently root against NY, as I usually do. ;b

That was pretty outrageous. I’d say it was just two random jerks if other fans hadn’t been cheering them as they were “escorted out” by security.

mjfloyd1

@nyccarguy said:
This is interesting:

https://www.mercedesbenzparamus.com/used/Subaru/2014-Subaru-Impreza-for-sale-paramus-nj-9d1594a5ac1810468c24cbba920eb769.htm

2014 Subaru Impreza Hatchback
155K miles
5-Speed Manual

155k miles and two accidents …. Pass

nyccarguy

qbrozen said:

@nyccarguy said:

WAY TO GO YANKEES!

I’m glad a couple of fans showed themselves to be even worse than what I had seen from those Dodgers fans in the playoffs. Now I can confidently root against NY, as I usually do. ;b

That was awful!

explorerx4

Betts hit the one guy in the face with his glove and the guy's buddy had his back.
Over the wall is fair game.

xwesx

mjfloyd1 said:

155k miles and two accidents …. Pass

The car seems pretty decent, but it's had a life, for sure. I think the Impreza-based cars received the six-speed manual in 2018, which was a much better transmission overall than the five-speed (more durable, better feel, better highway economy). The wear on the shift knob and steering wheel makes me wonder how that happened... maybe someone with rings with snag points? Looks like 300,000 miles of wear rather than 150,000.

Overall, the price strikes me as cream puff money for a non-cream puff car.

au1994

Jeez, I don’t know. I think around $5k is the new $2k on used cars in terms of what you get for the $.

Casual looks at FB marketplace shows some real rattle traps in the sub $5k realm.

28firefighter

I’ve seen a lot worse for sale for $5k. I don’t hate it.

venture

au1994 said:

Jeez, I don’t know. I think around $5k is the new $2k on used cars in terms of what you get for the $.

Casual looks at FB marketplace shows some real rattle traps in the sub $5k realm.

Ha!

Love that term "rattle trap". I haven't seen that in a long time.

oldfarmer50

“ Overall, the price strikes me as cream puff money for a non-cream puff car.”

I think that can be said for the used car market in general, particularly trucks. I get these car advertisements from my credit union featuring special “bargains” from local new car dealers. The prices these dealers are asking for trucks with close to 100k miles takes your breath away. I don’t ever remember seeing such high milage vehicles offered by new car dealers.

Is the reason for this the assumption that today’s car and trucks are built so much better or is it a sign that there is just a big shortage of lower mile used cars?

qbrozen

@suydam said:
That was pretty outrageous. I’d say it was just two random jerks if other fans hadn’t been cheering them as they were “escorted out” by security.

And the jerks are getting 5 mins of fame from it. Quite disgusting.

Hopefully now that they lost, we’ll stop hearing about it.