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2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
FWIW mine has been trouble free, although I have noticed the windshield is delaminating in the corners which appears to be a common 2012 problem. You most likely will not have to worry about it, since my car was a very early 2012 (I've had it 13 months) and I would think GM addressed it by now.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
I've always been a Buick guy and I would hate to see them go the way of Oldsmobile and Pontiac.
Hard to believe that more buicks are sold in China than here!
IMO its probably one of the nicest cars GM has made in the last 20 years. I'm also impressed with GM's 3.6 DI V6. It's very refined and smooth. It could use a touch more low end torque but otherwise a solid powerplant.
If the LaCrosse could use anything its a diet. It is a heavy car (over 4K lbs), that would certainly help FE a little.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
Mark156
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-2021 Sahara 4xe-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
Except for one thing:
It's a slushbox...
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-2021 Sahara 4xe-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
But the big surprise was the TSX. I had an "original" 2004 TSX and really enjoyed it - in fact I pointed out to my wife that I had kept that car 3-4 years :surprise: . But then I moved on to my first BMW and never really looked back.
But just as you would expect, and as I remember, the Acura offers so much for the money. I really like the traditional wagon style of the TSX (as opposed to something like the Crosstour). I wasn't expecting much from the 5-speed auto and the 201 hp 4-cyl, but it had plenty of pickup - it just lagged a bit when passing on the highway. But as a practical choice for hauling the kids around to school and sports, we both thought it'd be a fun and stylish choice.
What really got my attention was that a local dealer had several low mileage, CPO TSX wagons available. So a 2012 model with something like 3,000 miles, with the tech package was being offered for $30k, $27k without the tech package. A different dealer that we had initially visited had the same thing for $33k, and politely said that if this other dealer really had it for $30k, that we should go there. So we did, and I pushed it a bit to see if they would come down to $28k for the tech package example, but they stuck with their $30k and let me walk.
So I'll think about it - I like the reliability and practical nature of the Acura. Sort of "offsets" the risks and uncertainties of the BMWs in the garage.
nyccarguy - you just recently had a TSX right? How did that treat you?
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2024 Corvette - 2024 BMW X5 - 2023 Tesla Model Y
Highs:
I absolutely LOVED the engine/transmission combination. Drop the transmission into (S)port mode & it won't shift until it hits the redline. Flick a paddle shifter for a downshift & the car will bounce off the redline all day w/o upshifting. Power & Acceleration were adequate. The car was fast enough to get me an 81 in a 55 ticket. However, I can see it becoming a bit wheezy if you are talking AC pumping & Denver's high elevations.
Lots of tech goodies which I LOVED. Excellent NAV, Boomin BOSE 10 speaker stereo, backup camera (which I miss), Bluetooth, voice activated everything (I worked ok, but it was cool).
The interior was well finished, front seats were thickly bolstered & heated. Trunk was HUGE, the backseat was roomy enough for 2 full size adults (when we took the car seats out).
It handled well for a nose heavy, fwd car. Comfortable on the highway. I could sit in traffic & then floor it to 80 mph + once conditions permitted & average 24 - 25 mpg.
The cons: the brakes just sucked. Like they were just lifted straight from an Accord LX.
The electric power steering was flat out lifeless. Completely lacked feel & feedback. Over posted at low speeds. Artificially firm at big speeds. The only way I knew the wheels were spinning with snow on the ground is the fact that the VSC light flickered on the dash.
When I was originally shopping for a replacement for my wife's 2007 X3 (leased, chock full o miles), I figured wagon was the only way to fly. I needed room for infant car seats, a double stroller, & diaper bag among other things. I found most wagons were marketed as "sport" wagons. While their steeply raked rear ends looked great, their cargo room wasn't that great.
Does that answer your question? -
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
I'm glad it worked out well for you (and your wife), Sandman!
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I'll have to take another drive and pay particular attention to the braking and steering feel. But it's good to hear that you were more than content with the power and trannie. Also sounds like you really enjoyed the tech package goodies, which is one of the questions I've been asking myself (whether it's worth the extra $3k).
The thing I keep reminding myself is that this would be the choice for general commuting and hauling kids and their sports stuff around. For the sports sedan, I'll still have the E39 and for the real family hauling, we have the Ody. So for the stated purpose, I feel the TSX would be a very stylish and fun choice - as well as reliable and practical. I mean, I also have thoughts on the new CR-V, which I'm sure is very nice - but the TSX is so much more appealing, as long as I'm okay with FWD vs. AWD.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2024 Corvette - 2024 BMW X5 - 2023 Tesla Model Y
113K is a LOT of miles and motor mounts don't last forever.
It wasn't too many years ago when cars were totally shot at 100K!
For some reason, my '68 Dart tended to squash the passenger side mount. I had to replace it a few times over the years I had it. Never had an issue with the driver's side though.
I drove a LaCrosse at a drive event they had at the GM show in Carlisle PA back in 2010. VERY nice, comfy car. My only real issue with it was that I didn't like the high beltline, thick roof pillars, and small windows. But, I think you're going to get that with just about any new car these days.
My wife complains about that. I don't find it to be a major issue.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
Appraiser: Have you done any repairs to the roof?
Me: Yes.
Appraiser: The tornado?
Me: No.
Appraiser: The hail storm?
Me: No.
Appraiser: So you haven't done anything to the roof?
Me: Well, I replaced one piece of decking that rotted out. I'm waiting for a good storm to get the whole roof replaced.
Anyway, I try to take it out once a week since my Dad can't drive anymore (91 yrs. old). I noticed that when I stop or start, there is a squeak/vibration in the steering wheel. Do you think it's the motor mounts? I helped my Uncle pick it out and drove it home from the dealership 10 yrs. ago. It certainly didn't do that when new.
This car will be driven very seldom, basically, just once a week to keep the fluids circulated. I put Stabil in the tank.
Mark156
Back in 2007 I was very interested in the Charger SRT-8. Until I actually sat in one. I felt like I was driving an armored car.
I love my '02; the thin pillars make it seem like a bubble top compared to most cars on the road today...
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-2021 Sahara 4xe-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
This lack of money thing is really a drag. I need to get adopted by one of you rich guys with a fleet of cars. Like Fezo....
My timing is about 6 months off. Assuming my son can get a job by graduation (please, please please...), I can get him off the policy. And repo the 3.2TL!
getting something now, means 4 cars on the insurance (cha-ching!) And of course, paying for the darned thing!
And man, the cheap end of the market is a scary, scary place to swim. especially these days!
So, I figure, why not look for something old, that I wanted in a prior life? I barely need a car anyway these days, so what the heck, if it doesn't always run, c'est la vie!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
http://philadelphia.craigslist.org/cto/3330124423.html
I would love an early (well, Gen II) CRX, but man, everyone of those is either trashed, a rolling shell, or chopped to heck with mods.
Ditto for a gen 1 or 2 GTI.
Here's a fun little runabout. What could possibly go wrong?
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3407996687.html
Well dang, this looks like an actual viable alternative. Just have a slightly hinky feeling about the ad. This would need a serious look over by an expert. Too bad all the ones I know are in Kentucky!
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3404667818.html
Pricier, but I like it! And darn it, I deserve it.
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3375759121.html
And, one last one that I just like. I find it humorous though that he took a picture highlighting the fact that the message screen is missing a bunch of pixels!
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3363107498.html
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Those years of the Impala (as well as LaCrosse and Grand Prix) are known to have issue with the steering shaft. It certainly sounds like you may have the early symptoms of it.
There is a tsb out for the ISS its not a recall but an update check with your dealer and or call GM and yell and complain you might get a new ISS for free not might you should !
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Steering - Clunk Noise While Turning
November, 2001
Models: 2001-2002 Buick Regal, 2000-2002 Cadillac Seville, 1997-2002 Chevrolet Cavalier, 2000-2002 Chevrolet Impala, Monte Carlo, 2001-2002 Oldsmobile Aurora, 1998-2002 Oldsmobile Intrigue,2000-2002 Pontiac Bonneville, Sunfire
This bulletin is being revised to add models and change the Correction information.
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Some customers may comment on a clunk type noise coming from the front of the vehicle during a turning maneuver. This condition may also be felt through the steering wheel when the vehicle is stationary and the wheel is rotated from steering stop to steering stop. Typically, the clunk noise will be heard once for every 180°of steering wheel rotation in either direction for J-cars (Cavalier and Sunfire). However, some vehicles may only exhibit the noise once for every 360°of wheel rotation. On all other vehicles, this clunk noise will be noticed during low speed acceleration or deceleration, typically in light turns of the steering wheel.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
I like that 5 series, too.
It's at the same dealer that sold me my 1988 M6 back in 1992.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport-2020 C43-2021 Sahara 4xe-1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica
Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i
Son's: 2018 330i xDrive
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I assume you are thinking of a $3k price cap?
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
The Sandman :sick: :shades:
2023 Hyundai Kona Limited AWD (wife) / 2015 Golf TSI (me) / 2019 Chevrolet Cruze Premier RS (daughter #1) / 2020 Hyundai Accent SE (daughter #2) / 2023 Subaru Impreza Base (son)
Approaching a year now with my 1'er and I'm still in love with it. I can't think of anything I'd realistically replace it with.
'11 GMC Sierra 1500; '08 Charger R/T Daytona; '67 Coronet R/T; '13 Fiat 500c; '20 S90 T6; '22 MB Sprinter 2500 4x4 diesel; '97 Suzuki R Wagon; '96 Opel Astra; '08 Maser QP; '11 Mini Cooper S
I work from home, and have access to the Volvo or RDX when needed, so this would be a combination of a toy, and something to run around local when both of the 'real" cars are occupied. So pretty much could be anything, and practicality is not a requirement. Nor is the expectation that I would ever use it to travel.
the ti did seem like a solid deal, though that ad IIRC was about 3 weeks old, so something must be seriously out of whack if it is still available! if it was a bit closer though I would give a call anyway.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I remember you posting that GIT in the trade values thread. If cheap enough, I could be tempted by something like that. Just have to check the records. as long as she just spent all the money doing 1-time stuff, sometiems that is better than buying one where they spent nothing on it!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
The Z4? I expect a lot of people get the itch, then get ired/bored of the 2 seat convertible life style, and move on to something else. it would be great for me though, and I could keep it as a garage queen for a long time.
beginning next spring, I should start having cars return to the fold (if my son gets a job, the TL and when my daughter goes to college I will have at least 1 year of the Volvo back!)
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
They're the perfect 2nd car, though.
M156
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3382388508.html
If it just had a stick. And I had a mullet.
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3424241379.html
Old Farmer special!
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/index100.html
Miley, but right number of pedals.
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3401281225.html
Well, like the look. Like the trans. Like the price. Miles made my eyes bleed!
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3374474687.html
Looks like fun. and a stick. But man, people like to mile up these Bimmers, don't they?
http://southjersey.craigslist.org/cto/3402233095.html
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Hubby was going to take the Toyota (not winterized, no block heater) so that I could get the Focus fixed. He rode in with a co-worker instead. Oddly enough the Toyota cold starts with no issues, it's a lot like the Escort was.
On another note, the kid's Elantra made it to California on Sunday. He said it was filthy but in great shape. He's making a 7 hr drive to his uncle's house tomorrow so he can spend thanksgiving there. Nothing like learning to drive in California by jumping into a trip down I-5. :surprise:
The 5er.... RUN Forrest RUN
Vette, MEH a V6 Camry would give it a run
Vert, why does hunter green look so darn old now? It was the rage in the 90s.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
I think it's the exhaust tuning in the G. I've driven the VQ engine in other Nissan products, but in the G it always is louder and raspy. In the Max and Altima it sounds completely different.
2023 Mercedes EQE 350 4Matic / 2022 Ram 1500 Bighorn, Built to Serve
Sometimes I think it sounds good, sometimes I think it sounds a little 'boy racerish'
2021 Jeep Wrangler Sahara 4xe Granite Crystal over Saddle
2024 Audi Q5 Premium Plus Daytona Gray over Beige
2017 BMW X1 Jet Black over Mocha