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A good example of a "same platform" would be the Camry and ES300, all the mechanicals are the same dimensions (wheelbase, turning radius, wheel track, etc.) Though the engines are similar (3.0L V6), the ES300 has been optimized for better hp.
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Three Cutlasses and an Eighty-Eight were sold last month. In fact, my local Buick still has a Riv on their lot. Brand-spankin' new '99 , 1200 miles, loaded, Silver Arrow edition. Anyone interested? :-)
So far we really like it, although like Rich, my wife drives it during the day so I don't get to use it that much.
Looking forward to trying out the camping package, as soon as it warms up a bit, and looking forward to sharing experiences with fellow owners.
Do you use anything special on the black body moldings, or do you find they stay new looking on their own? I'm a bit worried about them starting to fade and get dull.
Any suggestions from your experiences?
E-mail me at Aztek@nni.com if you are interested.
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How come nobody's running over to that board and raising heck?
I am madly in love with it despite the fact that I am not allowed to drive it to work due to the obnoxious people in the parking lot who like to slam their car doors into other cars
-Karen
I love this car!!! I drive it into NYC every day and can't say a bad word about it. Am still trying to come up with a name for my Tek (besides My Baby).
- Jo
Salsa looks much better than the existing model but front end is still pretty radical. I agree with matero - Pontiac's fortune is much brighter with the coming Vibe. Hot looking and excellent drive train.
If the Highlander shares many some components with the Camry, is it also made in the States? It seems pretty pricy, but will no doubt hold its value well. Not everything with a Toyota badge is an excellent seller - take a look at the egg on 4 wheels, the Echo. It is pretty brutal looking and has sold poorly if I am not mistaken.
I'm in sales and sell for a Communications company. I sell Digital Video Services.
And finally I love my AZTEK. It is a great product that I will defend to the death.... lol>
Wearing the AZTEK smile
For years I have said "If They could only take a minivan, hack a couple of feet off the the back, Dip it in gray plastic, Put tiny tires on it, overprice it and market it poorly- I would wuv it!"
My dreams have come true!
Do you OWN one......No.
Bye
All the best.....Dr Zoom......hope you are tekking soon.....you will love it.
So, I picked up my new red sun-roofed GT Friday evening in Rhode Island. What a fun vehicle to drive!! Anyone out there who is thinking about a new vehicle, that allows you great flexibility, really ought to try one out - it may grab you as it did me. I do like the styling alot - there are things on it I would like to see changed, but that would be true for me for most vehicles.
Gas mileage was also a big consideration for me. It's only been a week so I can't say yet for sure how it will do. I do about 100 miles to and from work, mostly highway, but so far it seems to be great on gas!
I noticed the enthusiasm of Kissfan and queried him about the Aztek, and he was very helpful. So, if you are a potential Aztek owner, talk to those who own, and maybe we can help.
I drive down the highway and watch the stares and smile!
I do have the camping package and I am anxious to use it this summer which is uncharacteristic of me since I can't stand camping.
I am married, have two small children and a cat. I work as a systems analyst for a major corporation. I live in Metro Detroit.
Looking to add a FM modular CD changer in the next few weeks.
Matt
As many of you know I just purchased a Nissan Sentra after recieving my $2,000 Cdn rebate check from GM. I felt obliged to give my AZTEK dealer a shot at my business. Their was no vehicle on their lot that gave me the same sense of quality that the AZTEK does.
GM may not have a sales winner right now with the AZTEK but it unquestionable has a Quaility winner. With no recalls and few irritants it remains an outstanding product.
So my friend......enjoy your TEK and by all means let me know more about your ownership experience. I am searching High and Low for a dissatisfied owner.......I'll tell you there are none to be found.
Luv my TEK........ wearin the
Anyone interested in the Tek can email me.....I would be glad to help.
I find that amazing, especially in a first year vehicle.
I am curious though... I've had mine for less than a month... love it... absolutely no problems. But I would like to hear from anyone who has had a negative experience. Sometimes others can learn from those as well.
So if any owners out there have had problems please let us all know.
Anyway, I am organizing a rally of Azteks and owners. It will be held on the 28th of July with a camping trip that night.
If interested please contact me Aztek@nni.com
Joe
The dealership said that if they don't get the new specs soon, when they do they will throw on new tires, gratis.
I drive the 'Tek very hard. I also live in the city and get about 20 mpg and on recent road trips to Maryland (400+ miles round trip), Pittsburgh (500+ miles round trip) and Northern NJ to see relatives and scout sites for the rally - got an average of 28.345 mpg on the highway.
No vibrations, wind noise, nothing. It rides like a dream.
I have hauled a refrigerator, Dry Wall, Plywood, People, and it hasn't skipped a beat.
was so darn good lookin' after I shaved off the beard!
Robyn
SE Michigan
BTW, I negotiated the price primarily over the www. Talked to several dealers all across Michigan and made offers to all who had a 'Tek on the lot that met our specs. This was my first new car purchase and it was very painless and consumed a minimal amount of my time. Negotiating took about 30 minutes (at the dealership) and primarily involved figuring out what was included and how much to pay for the extra items. Our 'Tek's 1SC package includes power passenger seats which is not listed as part of the 1SC package. Also had to pay $132 for the tire upgrade that is listed as being in the 1SC package.
Overall, a very pleasant experience. We have been shopping since January and visited Toyota, Saturn, Buick and Chevy dealerships. For us (married w/two toddlers), the Aztek was the best fit.
" I really don't believe the vehicle is flawless. Vehicles as the human condition are inherently flawed. If not flawed at birth they certainly become flawed with time and experience. Much like humans.......now some vehicles are more perfect then others. Some are bolted together better and will perform better over tima and with experience"
"What I do believe is that..... amongst all the owners I have talked to.... all the records compiled by the NHTSA ....the dealers.....the brand manager......I have found strikingly little evidence substantiating problems with this vehicle."
"You are right with ..... sales approaching 10,000 units... the sample may not be broad enough. However 10,000 owners would certainly be raising a stink if there were problems. To date nothing ".
"The Infiniti Qx4 (5,345 Units... Electrical Recall)......cannot even find sales figures for BMW x.5 (3 serious recalls...and a whole EDMONDS page dedicated to x.5 problems)......Even Mercedes M Class with 10,000 units has a recall.
The AZTEK may not have the prettiest face or certainly the cutest butt.......but she is a well built "piece of metal" that owners are enjoying.
The quality is unquestionable........the NHTSA, and the customers all think so.
Flawless.....NO.....Good product....Yes
tim
You will enjoy your AZTEK.......most owners have.
...... ; ) wearing the effervesent AZTEK smile
I've been reading up on the board and yes, I understand the 1)"safety" concern, but its only me and in the DC area, if your smashed by a semi, it really doesn't matter what your in. 2) As for resale value, my current Jeep is 11 yr old, and I plan to keep the next vehicle as long as possible also. 3) Looks. I'm a Weird A Yankovic/Dr. Dimento fan, ie. WARPED. So what if 90% of the population thinks its ugly. They probably have the same reaction to me so its a perfect fit. I've seen the picture of the new Salsa remake and prefer the original.
I've been looking at it vs the usual suspects..Escape/Tribute/Sante Fe. Unfortunately eveything is 1st year, with the new Jeep and Saturn yet to come. Looks like the Aztec beats them all in est MPG and I doubt that they could match the price on the higher end models.
Thanks for any info.
Don't worry about the critics. There was that bunch that told Colombus that the world was flat and there was that bunch that told Orville and Wilbur that they would never fly. Just to feed the fire a bit, in this month's Hot Rod magazine they did an survey. They asked if the P T Cruiser was cool. Two people said yes, the rest said no. To quote Hot Rod "Those two people were wrong". So it doesn't matter who you ask about anything. Somebody won't like something. And if they don't like the Aztek, they're wrong.
The safety issue really got out of control here. And you are right about bigger wins. By no means is the Aztek a "Death trap". It does come with ABS, dual air bags, side air bags, the structure is quite supple. The mechanics of the vehicle are based upon the U-Van and are proven to be reliable. The body isn't. The only nagging problem has been the rear hatch release. The springs which "pop" it off the latch weren't strong enough on the early ones. It's been fixed. If not, the fix is known and very easily done.
If you choose to buy, I think you will enjoy the ride. (at least compared to what you are getting out of) It is very reasonable as far as cost to operate. My only complaint was when I went to wax mine. I used a paste wax and got some on the plastic. It was a pain to clean up. I used a finger nail brush with soap and water. White marks disappeared.
DISLIKES:
*Must raise arm-rest to connect the driver seat bealt. Maybe I'm missing something.
*Outside mirrors are not "bendable". Just a matter of time until it breaks.
*No rear window wiper. Why is this?
*Onstar. I'm dropping it after the first year free deal. How much did I pay to allow GM to provide my with this "free" service for a year?
LIKES:
*Looks. Definetely not milk-toast.
*Price.
*Suspension.
*Quiet ride.
*Reliability. I know, it has not even been a year yet, but compared to whats being reported at other Town Hall groups, the 'Tek is off to a great start.
*HUD.
*Color.
*Stereo. 10 speakers, CD, cassette, EQ...too cool! Rear controls are usefull.
*Ground effect moulding. No worry about stone chips.
*Reat vents.
*No ash-trays. None!
*One key for door and ignition (about time GM).
*Removable center console.
*Driver Info Center.
*Dual zone AC.
*Luggage rack.
Overall, it is a blast to drive, a pleasure to look at and full of room. Seems to be a great vechicle and I'm looking forward to years of trouble-free 'Treking!