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  • mjfloyd1mjfloyd1 Member Posts: 3,651

    Gateway time outs appear to be back…

  • tjc78tjc78 Member Posts: 16,443
    edited November 2024

    @kyfdx
    The cars are amazing but I’m a bit jealous (ok a lot) that your garage is so empty and pristine. 😄😄😄

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369

    I know it's a Macan. It just dwarfs the Cayman. OK, man?

    It's the angle.. Yes, much taller, but not that much bigger (about 1000 lbs.. lol)

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369
    mjfloyd1 said:

    Gateway time outs appear to be back…

    I know.. :/

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369
    tjc78 said:

    @kyfdx

    The cars are amazing but I’m a bit jealous (ok a lot) that your garage is so empty and pristine. 😄😄😄

    The garage is not that wide, so not a lot of room down the sides. It's serviceable for two cars, but definitely not much room, otherwise.

    Most of the junk is on the wall behind the cars, that you can't see.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369
    I swore I'd never build a house without a 3-car garage. But, the lots were just 70' wide, and I couldn't get a 3-car garage into a 52' wide house.

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  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,894
    @pensfan83 - looks nice! Now, get some Goo Gone and remove that dealer decal from the back... ;)
  • tjc78tjc78 Member Posts: 16,443

    @pensfan83
    Congrats!! Enjoy it

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260
    passport is nice. I still think about a Ridgeline as an option. Would have to see if the wife would be comfortable driving one since that would likely become a 2 for 1 deal (replacing her car and the truck) with the 2nd car being something fun.

    as to garage, I said the same about the 3 car requirement though at this point really good chance we won't ever have 3! But I am loving the extra width. Having a whole empty corner is great. both cars fit with room around them, and even with a full sized fridge, 3 shelves, a cabinet, workbench and the snow blower in there I have plenty of open space. compared to the last garage it is much less stressful!

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260
    speaking of the snow blower that you people coerced me into buying when I moved, I got together with my neighbors today to ask about the snow removal plan. There are 4 houses (including mine) that share a private road (with us each having our own driveways off it). Built like a road, but not quite as wide I don't think (but bigger than a driveway, I think it is about 20' wide). In the deed, we all have access to it (though most of it is on my property) and are responsible for it. So I finally remembered to talk to the guys that were here last winter and they were renewing with the outfit that they used last year most likely. The key is that they have it handled, I will just get a bill at the end of the season!

    neighbor said last year it was about $375 per share. seems like a bargain to me. Best part, for an extra $25 per snow event, they will plow our personal driveway. So now I really don't need the beast of a cub cadet! I think I used it 2x the first year, and not at all last year. I even bought a gas can yesterday to get prepared. and a new snow shovel.

    paying $25 to not have to go out and risk a coronary moving tons of snow seems like excellent value to me.

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  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 19,854
    The garage needs an expensive upgrade if those two are going to live there. You might be receiving a notice from Porsche threatening legal action. :o

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  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 19,854
    Speaking of Passports, Just by chance what popped up on my YouTube feed earlier today but a preview vid from the Motormouth couple about the new and improved Passport coming early in the new year. I was rather unimpressed in truth. Exterior is different but not necessarily better, interior is busy-looking and to me, unattractive. Same V-6 as the previous model, 10-speed autobox, lots of suggestions that it will be an off-roader which I doubt few will ever see.

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  • ab348ab348 Member Posts: 19,854
    mjfloyd1 said:

    Gateway time outs appear to be back…

    With a vengeance. Did a cheque for the fixes bounce? :o

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369
    @pensfan83 Very nice! Travel is always more important than wheels.

    Do you still have the Prelude and the ZHP?

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260
    just give up and retire this thread too for a fresh replacement.

    I also have a hankering for a change to the fleet. No real justifiable reason though. And having no payments is wonderful so would look to stay with that plan for anything we swapped out to (unless a too good to pass up lease fell in our laps, and I converted the extraneous set of wheels into a lot of cash in the investment account!). My guess, we do nothing for at least 6 months until all the $ pain from the house is done, and both our year end bonuses are in the bank. Then we will see how everything looks. Especially with a grandchild and wedding happening in Q2! So figure any car nonsense is a Christmas present to each other next year (depending on how bad the economy craters)

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  • oldfarmer50oldfarmer50 Member Posts: 23,713
    stickguy said:

    speaking of the snow blower that you people coerced me into buying when I moved, I got together with my neighbors today to ask about the snow removal plan. There are 4 houses (including mine) that share a private road (with us each having our own driveways off it). Built like a road, but not quite as wide I don't think (but bigger than a driveway, I think it is about 20' wide). In the deed, we all have access to it (though most of it is on my property) and are responsible for it. So I finally remembered to talk to the guys that were here last winter and they were renewing with the outfit that they used last year most likely. The key is that they have it handled, I will just get a bill at the end of the season!

    neighbor said last year it was about $375 per share. seems like a bargain to me. Best part, for an extra $25 per snow event, they will plow our personal driveway. So now I really don't need the beast of a cub cadet! I think I used it 2x the first year, and not at all last year. I even bought a gas can yesterday to get prepared. and a new snow shovel.

    paying $25 to not have to go out and risk a coronary moving tons of snow seems like excellent value to me.

    Put it on marketplace or CL. Perfect timing.

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  • xwesxxwesx Member Posts: 17,339
    pensfan83 said:

    trips to Europe and Alaska booked.

    I approve of trips to Alaska!
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  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,894

    I snorted. Especially because I saw an Altima that was absolutely destroyed driving today. No rear bumper, missing half the front end, no headlights, broken windows - just hitting every stereotype.


    Funny you mention it, this is the cover photo on the BAE FB group right now.
  • tjc78tjc78 Member Posts: 16,443
    edited November 2024

    In the last 9 months of so of the Ram lease. So, of course already thinking of a replacement.

    I’m very @stickguy like on this -

    Short list -
    Ram #2 but more equipped
    Wagoneer - highly unlikely leases stink
    XC90 #2 (T8 version)
    EQS SUV (if leases hold up)
    F150 Lightning (same comment as EQS)

    Right now EQS 118K example just a touch under $800 / month with just first OOP

    Would be tough to turn down.

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  • pensfan83pensfan83 Member Posts: 2,704

    @kyfdx said:
    @pensfan83 Very nice! Travel is always more important than wheels.

    Do you still have the Prelude and the ZHP?

    Yeah, the former I'd like to move on from as I've mentioned. Only drove it 300 miles this year.

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  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 33,427

    Not a car…

    The eldest has been pushing for quite some time now to get a motorcycle. Would have kept that Chinese bike had he given any indication previously. Anyway, I realize he is getting closer and closer, so I finally did some research today. He was looking at spending around $2500 cash. After seeing prices, it seemed to me it kind of makes sense to buy new (when talking about these entry-level sport bikes). And this would be a good opportunity for him to establish some credit. $2k down and maybe $150-$160/mo for 24 months. Seeing plenty of leftover 2024 Suzukis and Kawasakis for like $4500-4800. These are twin-cyl with 40-50hp. I may have to co-sign. We’ll see.

    Yes, we aren’t fond of the idea of a motorcycle, but he is an adult.

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  • MichaellMichaell Moderator Posts: 255,668

    We are seeing an abnormally high number of lease questions on the XC90, both 2024 and 2025 models.

    Over $10k in lease cash on either year for the PHEV models.

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  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 8,748
    tjc78 said:

    In the last 9 months of so of the Ram lease. So, of course already thinking of a replacement.

    I’m very @stickguy like on this -

    Short list -

    Ram #2 but more equipped

    Wagoneer - highly unlikely leases stink

    XC90 #2 (T8 version)

    EQS SUV (if leases hold up)

    F150 Lightning (same comment as EQS)

    Right now EQS 118K example just a touch under $800 / month with just first OOP

    Would be tough to turn down.

    ————————————————
    I’m not a leaser so what is OOP? Google couldn’t find it either.

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369
    Out of pocket aka Due at Signing

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260

    stickguy said:

    speaking of the snow blower that you people coerced me into buying when I moved, I got together with my neighbors today to ask about the snow removal plan. There are 4 houses (including mine) that share a private road (with us each having our own driveways off it). Built like a road, but not quite as wide I don't think (but bigger than a driveway, I think it is about 20' wide). In the deed, we all have access to it (though most of it is on my property) and are responsible for it. So I finally remembered to talk to the guys that were here last winter and they were renewing with the outfit that they used last year most likely. The key is that they have it handled, I will just get a bill at the end of the season!

    neighbor said last year it was about $375 per share. seems like a bargain to me. Best part, for an extra $25 per snow event, they will plow our personal driveway. So now I really don't need the beast of a cub cadet! I think I used it 2x the first year, and not at all last year. I even bought a gas can yesterday to get prepared. and a new snow shovel.

    paying $25 to not have to go out and risk a coronary moving tons of snow seems like excellent value to me.

    Put it on marketplace or CL. Perfect timing.
    depending on how this year goes, just might do it before next season!

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260
    Tom, I like someone that has no idea what they actually want! A short attention span is a wonderful thing.

    my one question though (OK, 2 questions). 2nd, do you actually use the truck part enough to need the bed? and 1st, do you really want to have nothing but EVs in the fleet (unless you are counting your mother's Nissan CUV (?) I would be happy with one EV in the garage, but not willing to go nothing but.

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  • jmonroe1jmonroe1 Member Posts: 8,748
    kyfdx said:

    Out of pocket aka Due at Signing

    ————————————————
    Thanks. Way too many acronyms.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260
    talked to the princess some more about her upcoming car search. Hit on lots of points, including new vs. used. Also likely moving up a size class to give some more functionality and future proofing. So forester instead of crosstrek (in the Sube family). Maybe a CRV. She does want a hybrid if possible. She still loves Volvos though. Maybe a CPO loan XC 40. who knows? But at least in the spring I will get to do some test driving and dealership visits!

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  • MichaellMichaell Moderator Posts: 255,668
    stickguy said:

    Tom, I like someone that has no idea what they actually want! A short attention span is a wonderful thing.

    my one question though (OK, 2 questions). 2nd, do you actually use the truck part enough to need the bed? and 1st, do you really want to have nothing but EVs in the fleet (unless you are counting your mother's Nissan CUV (?) I would be happy with one EV in the garage, but not willing to go nothing but.

    I had the same thought regarding two EVs - don't you take road trips to the Southeast now and again?

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  • tifightertifighter Member Posts: 3,706

    Two EVs? Are you crazy? Think about the children.

    I’d have no problem being all EV again. Just need to be available in the form factor that we need. The van is working for us.

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  • explorerx4explorerx4 Member Posts: 20,149
    edited November 2024
    Regarding that Altima picture, the sign does say Play Here.
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  • au1994au1994 Member Posts: 3,571
    Congrats! Passport is a solid choice.

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  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 17,027
    @tjc78 - The XC90 is the hack du'jour currently. Not sure if you follow leasehackr or not.

    @pensfan83 - Congrats on the Passport. Handsome looking SUV. I like those wheels. Did you look into leasing a new outgoing passport as well? Just curious of the cost savings of buying used vs. new. Did you write a check for the Passport or finance?

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  • roadburnerroadburner Member Posts: 17,972
    @pensfan83 Congrats!

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  • MichaellMichaell Moderator Posts: 255,668
    @pensfan83 - love the Passport. I test drove one a few years ago and found it to be a good size.

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  • pensfan83pensfan83 Member Posts: 2,704
    nyccarguy said:

    @tjc78 - The XC90 is the hack du'jour currently. Not sure if you follow leasehackr or not.

    @pensfan83 - Congrats on the Passport. Handsome looking SUV. I like those wheels. Did you look into leasing a new outgoing passport as well? Just curious of the cost savings of buying used vs. new. Did you write a check for the Passport or finance?

    Certified netted us incentivized rates so we put some cash down and financed for 48 months with a rate in the 3's. Not having a lease keeps things flexible if we decide to move to something else.
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  • au1994au1994 Member Posts: 3,571
    nyccarguy said:

    @tjc78 - The XC90 is the hack du'jour currently. Not sure if you follow leasehackr or not.

    @pensfan83 - Congrats on the Passport. Handsome looking SUV. I like those wheels. Did you look into leasing a new outgoing passport as well? Just curious of the cost savings of buying used vs. new. Did you write a check for the Passport or finance?


    I haven’t visited leasehakr in a minute. Anything on the new 4Runner or Sequoia? Both of those are pretty nice looking.

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  • laurasdadalaurasdada Member Posts: 5,063
    edited November 2024
    tjc78 said:

    In the last 9 months of so of the Ram lease. So, of course already thinking of a replacement.

    I’m very @stickguy like on this -

    Short list -

    Ram #2 but more equipped

    Wagoneer - highly unlikely leases stink

    XC90 #2 (T8 version)

    EQS SUV (if leases hold up)

    F150 Lightning (same comment as EQS)

    Right now EQS 118K example just a touch under $800 / month with just first OOP

    Would be tough to turn down.

    Not quite as mandatory as lease end, but the warranty on the A7 expires 3/25. So, looking ahead at potentially replacing it.

    And note that I don't come here to bury A7, rather praise it. It's a wonderful ride, interior and exterior design and build excellent. Technology delightful, if a bit distracting concerning the center stack. Graphics beautifully rendered. Great ride with fabulous NVH damping. Handling, well, as expected. It ain't the M240. Only one show stopper/flat-bed ride to the dealer. And resolved in an hour (reflash/reboot...).

    But, given the complexity of the PHEV setup, out of warranty, do I roll the dice a la Jaguar (won that one!)?

    If I decide the next roll is craps, I'd want another fairly sensible pair of shoes, but perhaps a bit more on the fun-o-meter, so:

    Porsche Panamera (I've read it handles like a Porsche!)/Macan (Used/CPO)
    Alfa Giulia (guaranteeing Alfa's exit from the US)
    Genesis G70
    New Audi S5/S3
    Lease Lucid Air (guaranteeing Lucid's demise)
    Or?

    Maybe Santa will finally resolve the issue?

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  • tjc78tjc78 Member Posts: 16,443

    Yes I’ve seen the deals on the XC and frequent LH quite often to see what’s out there.

    I really wouldn’t be concerned with two EVs. The furthest I drive is about 200 miles one way and that is not often at all. I recently got the charger for the house just need to install (probably over Xmas vacation).

    Do I need the truck bed? I would say in the 2.5 years I’ve had it maybe two times what I hauled wouldn’t have gone into a three row SUV. One trip wouldn’t have worked (hauled a range) the other would have taken two trips.

    We did do one long road trip last Xmas but my wife has vowed to never do it again.

    @stickguy .. not counting my Mom’s Mazda but I guess if we ever needed to use it there wouldn’t be a problem.

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  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 17,027
    @Michaell Your Outback looks to be in great shape! I can't believe it is almost 10 years old!

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  • kyfdxkyfdx Moderator Posts: 257,369
    @laurasdada Our Macan is a service loaner, which was then CPOed (added two years of warranty). About 17% off MSRP.

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  • MichaellMichaell Moderator Posts: 255,668
    nyccarguy said:

    @Michaell Your Outback looks to be in great shape! I can't believe it is almost 10 years old!

    Helps that I had it washed just a few days ago.

    Speaking of which, the Sportage needs to be washed again. Just not fun in 40-50 degree weather.

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  • laurasdadalaurasdada Member Posts: 5,063
    kyfdx said:

    @laurasdada Our Macan is a service loaner, which was then CPOed (added two years of warranty). About 17% off MSRP.

    Although a limited sample size, I've yet to enjoy driving an SUV. Perhaps a Macan would break the streak!
    Perhaps a prejudice I should check at the driver's wheel.

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  • explorerx4explorerx4 Member Posts: 20,149
    edited November 2024
    @laurasdada,
    Their new ad didn't convince you to reconsider going back to Jaguar? :#
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  • pensfan83pensfan83 Member Posts: 2,704
    edited November 2024
    au1994 said:

    nyccarguy said:

    @tjc78 - The XC90 is the hack du'jour currently. Not sure if you follow leasehackr or not.

    @pensfan83 - Congrats on the Passport. Handsome looking SUV. I like those wheels. Did you look into leasing a new outgoing passport as well? Just curious of the cost savings of buying used vs. new. Did you write a check for the Passport or finance?


    I haven’t visited leasehakr in a minute. Anything on the new 4Runner or Sequoia? Both of those are pretty nice looking.
    I visit from time to time and as of a few months ago most of the deals are on, not surprisingly, EVs.
    Tacoma leases on the trims we were interested in would be in the mid to upper $4s even with MSDs. It didn't matter though because after a test drive I really wasn't that enamored with the new generation. I much prefer the Canyorado twins and those don't lease well.
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  • au1994au1994 Member Posts: 3,571
    A good friend just bought a new Colorado over the weekend and loves it. LT 4x4, stickered at 40 ish.

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  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 52,260

    I assume the Macan is like the RDX. Drives like one of their sedans. Just higher.

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