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revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
Hi everyone- I'm Revka, the Station Wagons message board host. As Host, my job is to assist you with any questions or difficulties that you may encounter on this message board.

You will find that Town Hall is monitored much more closely than most online Message Boards, and that we ask for (and receive) a very high level of courtesy. In addition, you'll notice that many of our participants are highly knowledgeable, and many are longtime supporters of the Town Hall community. I hope that you will become an enthusiastic member in this online community, too.

If you need help finding a particular discussion, or have any other questions or comments..., please post your message/s below. If the matter is urgent, you can also email me at revka@edmunds.com

Thanks for your participation at Town Hall! ;-)

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  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    if you're new to this message board, please introduce yourself in this Station Wagon's discussion: Please Introduce Yourself! We look forward to meeting you. ;-)


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  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Here are some good discussions to help you get started:

    - Help me select a Station Wagon!


    - Used Station Wagons - help me decide.


    - Which Station Wagon under 20k...?

    - Upcoming Station Wagons (Real or Concept)

    Or try using the Search feature, on the left side of the page, to find a specific topic (make/model) of interest throughout Town Hall. Happy Motoring!

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  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Sorry to hear about your vehicle problem. You should copy/paste your message into our Legacy/Outback Wagons - Problems & Solutions discussion. Someone there should be able to offer some feedback. Good luck.

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  • sgrstansgrstan Member Posts: 9
    Have any of the discussion boards considered multiple pet owners, who must fit cages and carriers into the car? Thank you.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Here are a couple discussions where you should copy/paste your question: Station Wagons: Best Cargo/Passenger Space and Help me select a Station Wagon!. Good luck with your decision. ;-)

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  • northwest1northwest1 Member Posts: 65
    "revka", since i'm new to this site, i have just a few questions...

    1. can you talk about pricing (actual dollar figures? i seem only to see "$ above invoice" type of references which are not useful if you don't happen to know what invoice is).

    2. can you mention dealer and saleman names?

    thank you.
  • rhmassrhmass Member Posts: 263
    Northwest, you can have access of dealer's invoice through Edmunds as well as other sites such as Yahoo. Price above invoice paid is actually more useful as a guide, since people buy cars with different options. The above invoice price will give a more accurate profit margin the dealer is willing to accept for the car. If you are in the market buying a car, arming yourseld with the invoice price will be extremely helpful in your negotiation.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    You'll find dealer invoice information in Edmunds.com's New Vehicle Guide and TMV Vehicle Pricing Calculator.

    In addition, here are direct links to Edmunds' New Vehicle PowerShopper and Dealer Locator tools. Hope this is helpful. Good luck. ;-)

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  • maliburedmalibured Member Posts: 1
    Can you give any advice on where to find a fair price for this wagon. Not in good shape, but in 1 peice. It will be auctioned on Tuesday the 12th & we have no idea what the minimum should be. We DO know it is not a Nomad. More info avail. if necessary.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    You should try posting your question on our Classic Cars Message Board. Good luck.


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  • modenheimodenhei Member Posts: 2
    Does anyone have a list of station wagons which can handle 7+ people? I don't want a minivan unless I have to.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    I think you'd do well to copy/paste your message into our Help me select a Wagon discussion. Also, feel free to start up new "7-8 Passenger Wagons" discussion on this board if you'd like. Thanks for your participation.

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  • nedzelnedzel Member Posts: 787
    Dodge Magnum SRT-8 does not show up when you select Dodge or Dodge Wagons?
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Are you referring to the "Search Town Hall by Vehicle" or the Edmunds' New Vehicle Pricing Guide make/model search?


    Either way, my guess would be because the Dodge Magnum SRT-8 is still a concept vehicle, and it's not yet in the data base that's connected to both of those search tools.


    Try using the open search box on the left side of the page. This search is takes into account all the information in the actual discussion titles; so if you put the words "dodge magnum" into the open search box, you'll get direct access to our Dodge Magnum SRT-8 discussion. Hope this is helpful.


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  • nedzelnedzel Member Posts: 787
    Select Town Hall. Select see more makes. Select Dodge. It's not in the list of models. If you select wagons, it's not there. If you select "Future Vehicles", it's not there.

    In contrast, the Chrysler Pacifica shows up in the Chrysler list, in the Chrysler Wagon list, etc.

    It seems pretty well determined that the Magnum is going to be a production vehicle, so I think it should get treated like the Pacifica.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    The Pacifica is closer to being released than the Magnum, and it's also listed in Edmunds' Future Vehicles Guide.


    No doubt, as the Magnum gets closer to production..., Edmunds will eventually put it in their make/model data base.


    Also, in cased you missed in my previous post: the Dodge Magnum SRT-8 will show up if you search for it with the "Search Town Hall by Keyword" (open box) on the left side of the page. This search tool works off the actual information (keywords) in the discussion titles. Good luck.


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  • nedzelnedzel Member Posts: 787
    I know I can find it by search, but, I shouldn't have to. I should be able to find it SOMEWHERE under the Dodge list. We'll have to agree to disagree about this one.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    I agree, that would be nice! The way it's set up is completely out of my hands. If you'd like, you can also share you thoughts via this Feedback Form, from our Help Section, and it will be forwarded onto the appropriate sources. Thanks for your participation. ;-)


    Revka

  • harmonoffharmonoff Member Posts: 6
    Which wagon "your news host" has the flatest loadbay? I am 5'11" and would like to lie down in the back with the seats folded down. Which wagon has the best surface for this?
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    You should post (copy/paste) your question in our Help Me Select a Wagon discussion. And let's see what the folks there have to say.

    Also, considering your needs, it's sound like you'd do well to also consider a mini-van. For more feedback on this subject, you may want to check out our Station Wagon vs. Mini-van discussion. Good luck.

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  • ferretwalrusferretwalrus Member Posts: 28
    AH-HA seems very well informed, everything he's said has come true.

    AH-HA is reporting that we will see two new models from Honda-Acura soon. They are the Honda Latitude and Acura TSX.

    Of the Latitude, AH-HA says "Honda will launch a new model by next summer(2003-4), the Latitude. The 2004 Latitude is basically a U.S. version of the compact 7-passenger Stream MPV. It will be aimed at young families looking for a versatile vehicle and as a samller, cheaper alternative to the Odyssey minivan."
    It sounds like Honda will give the PT Cruiser some competiton. Strange how six years ago Honda sold a vehicle like this and it was a total flop, now they're the new market craze. I remember thinking it would be a good idea to bring this over when they first came out with the Stream.

    Of the TSX, AH-HA says "Next spring(2003), Acura will launch the all-new TSX sport sedan. Based on the upcoming JDM Accord, the TSX will be positioned between the RSX and TL with an estimated price between $24,000 and $28,000. Look for a near production concept at the 2003 NAIAS in Janaury."

    Interesting about this AH-HA guy. Over the Saturn board there's a guy that goes by the same name that has been impressively accurate with his future automobile news about GM.
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Okay, it's back in business! Here's a direct link: Honda Latitude. Happy motoring!

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  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Hi Everyone - Did you purchase a new vehicle recently? We look forward to hearing about your experience in one of our new Prices Paid & Buying Experience discussions.

    Also, if you scroll through the list of Wagons discussions here, you'll notice that many of these pricing discussions are also linked back to this message board.

    Try using the open search box on the left side of the page to see if there's a "prices paid" discussion for the vehicle you are interested in. ;-)

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  • snmatsnmat Member Posts: 7
    I need directions on which wagon site to post my message. I'm looking for advice about buying a used wagon-- a 2001-2 LL Bean Outback vs 2000-1 Saab 9-5 Wagon. Where should I post my question?

    Thanks!!
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    I see you've already posted your question in our "Help me select a Wagon" discussion (Post 376). That's a good place. Mondays are sometimes a little slow around here, so perhaps give it a day or so for feedback. I'll also help draw some attention to your message there.

    Also, here's a another place you could solicit feedback: Saabs vs. Subaru OB?. The discussion was originally for the Saab 9-3 or Outback, but there's no reason we couldn't expand it to include all Saabs and Subaru wagons. If these don't work, you may want to try starting a new discussion with the vehicles of your choice. Look for the "Add Discussion" feature on the right side of the main Wagons Board. Good luck, and please keep us posted on your decision. ;-)

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  • cludermancluderman Member Posts: 1
    we're interested in buying a new xc70 diesel wagon. First, is it possible to find these (diesel models) anywhere in the states, and b.) are there any deals still out there for volvo to help fly you out to sweden to buy one there?
  • drewrdrewr Member Posts: 7
    Cluderman,

    The XC70 D5 (Diesel) wagon is not specified for sale in the U.S. (emsissions requirements). Therefore, the Volvo Overseas delivery program does not offer this vehicle.

    I would not anticipate that this model will be offered stateside anytime soon (lack of demand). If you are set on a Diesel AWD wagon, your only current option is a Ford Excursion (not much of an alternative).
  • revkarevka Member Posts: 1,750
    Drewr - Thanks for your response. ;-)

    To cluderman - For more information on Volvo Wagons, check out these discussions: Volvo V70 Wagon Experience and Volvo V70 XC.

    Revka
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  • moparbadmoparbad Member Posts: 3,870
    This is a request to reopen the Jetta Wagons topic. Also, why not keep it simple and label it Jetta Wagon?
  • SylviaSylvia Member Posts: 1,636
    discussion has been moved from the archives and re-opened. The title remains the same for now.
  • moparbadmoparbad Member Posts: 3,870
    The discussion is still listed as read only and archived.
  • SylviaSylvia Member Posts: 1,636
    it rolled back into the archives automatically overnight. I posted in the discussion so the auto-sweep won't tag it again.
  • toongoontoongoon Member Posts: 5
    My wife and I recently adopted a 14 month girl from China. We may add another child in a few years so we are looking to get a wagon to replace a very tired Geo 1994 Prizm I've had since college.
    I am looking for some feedback on our situation but I'm unsure if it should be in the "Help me choose a Wagon" or "Ford Focus vs all other wagons" thread or perhaps a new thread?
     
    I am very interested in the 2004 VW passat GL (or GLS) since it has gotten such good ratings and appears to have a lot of for which we are searching (styling, mpg etc). With good preparation, being frugal with the options and not going for the V6 I believe we can lower the price to - say low-mid $20K. The twist is that my wife's brother works as a mechanic for a Ford dealership and we qualify for the Ford's D-plan savings. We are also therefore looking at the 2004 Ford Focus ZTW for which since we could afford a lot more options would likely come to the ~$17K, I believe. Although Consumer Reports likes it (but below VW Passat) and I have seen a number of other decent reviews for the Focus, I have also seen/heard a few things that concern me - past reliability and the true cost to own among others.

    I am unsure if this a "no-brainer" and I am unconsciously (or consciously) trying to not like the Focus for past transgressions.

    Advice and insight from this community would be helpful.
  • SylviaSylvia Member Posts: 1,636
    And congratulations on your new family addition. What a treasure!

    I would start in the "Help Me Choose A Wagon" discussion. As you get input from various folks, you can then go to the vehicle-specific discussions like the Passat or the Focus.

    Good luck and congratulations once again.
  • toongoontoongoon Member Posts: 5
    Thank you. That discussion is still read only however.
  • SylviaSylvia Member Posts: 1,636
    Enjoy!
  • moparbadmoparbad Member Posts: 3,870
    Have an 04 Jetta Wagon with some issues. Please reopen Jetta Wagon discussion.
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    VW Jetta wagons are back... also consider checking the Volkswagen Jetta Owners: Problems & Solutions discussion as well.

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  • cmmurphy2001cmmurphy2001 Member Posts: 2
    Hi - I'm looking at a yellow Ralliart wagon and was hoping for some updated discussion on this vehicle. Thanks!
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    It has been resurrected :) keep in mind, a lack of activity will send it back into the abyss...

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  • mballmball Member Posts: 1
    I recently bought a used 2003 LW 200 wagon with ECOTEC 4 cylinder with 64K miles for business. While the gas mileage has been less than expected, avg. 23-24 mpg., generally the car is comfortable and accomodates anything I need to put in it. After driving it less than 500 miles, the "check engine" light lit up. According to Saturn, the problem could have been just a faulty gas filler cap because the light went on and off over the course of the next few weeks. I drive a lot on business, and scheduling a service time was not an option until the end of the month. Now, at 71K miles, I need to replace a fuel pump. No big deal usually in most cars, but on the LW 200, it necessitates removal of the fuel tank, part of the exhaust, and part of the rear suspension, approximately $160 + tax in labor alone at my local mechanic. Add to that the cost of a Dealer Only fuel pump at $302, and I am now faced with a $600 + repair, not to mention the $93 towing bill that the fuel pump failure caused by stranding me in the middle of nowhere 45 miles from home. With only a 3 yr/36K total warranty on the vehicle, anyone considering this car who drives more than 12K a year should take the extended warranty, irregardless. A fuel pump replacement alone is more than the cost of the extended warranty.
  • Kirstie_HKirstie_H Administrator Posts: 11,147
    Hi mball - since this is the "Lost in Town Hall" discussion, I assume you're looking for an appropriate discussion. You might try our Saturn Problems topic if you want to talk to other owners.

    If you need more help finding your way around, just let us know.

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  • lngtonge18lngtonge18 Member Posts: 2,228
    Please reopen the Lancer Sportback forum. Thanks.
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    On my to-do list - I'll report back!

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  • ehgreenehgreen Member Posts: 2
    . . . . so think it's time to reopen a V50 thread.

    Just scanned the "old" s40... and v50 archived threads and found them out of date.

    I leave it to hosts to decide what goes where, but please let me know, as after I take delivery in Sweden in October may have some war stories.

    Cheers H
  • Kirstie_HKirstie_H Administrator Posts: 11,147
    Lancer Sportback and Volvo V50 discussions have been reactivated.

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  • johnbell2johnbell2 Member Posts: 1
    I would like to examine any discussions of points to consider in purchasing a used Volvo 850 wagon or V70 wagon. Which would be the better used vehicle to buy and why?
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    Hi John

     

    You probably want to read through these discussions:

     

    Volvo 850 Wagons

    Volvo V70 Wagon Experience

    Volvo V70 / XC70

     

    You should get some good ideas from the current owners of those vehicles there.

     

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  • benabbenab Member Posts: 1
    Hope to see Chevrolet, Buick, etc., bring back the Chev. Celebrity Eurosport wagon and the Buick Century wagon and the Pontiac version as well. Great vehicles! I have a Ford Focus wagon and love it, but need something bigger. The Ford Taurus wagon is decent enough, but it can be a bit pricey and the styling is confining since Ford has no other U.S. competition in this market. If GM & Chrysler get back to making mid-size wagons, Ford will probably adjust their price and styling to remain competitive.
  • KCRamKCRam Member Posts: 3,516
    Our Escort wagon discussion has been closed for about a year and a half, but you can still read through it and see if anyone has had similar issues. Here's the link for that:

    Ford Escort Wagon (All Years)

     

    You may also want to stop in the Maintenance and Repair Board and look for appropriate discussions there.

     

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