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2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
cheap enough insurance, since the RDX is also supposed to be a forever car (at least 10 years).
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
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
Still pricing A3's as I really enjoyed my test drive on Memorial Day. In order to get heated seats, nav, back up cam and power folding mirrors (not a must have) you have to select 4 packages on the Premium line or 3 on Premium Plus. This can quickly push the price just over 40k in the 2.0T which is a must for me. I'm sure the 1.8 is a fine engine but coming from a (conservatively rated) 300hp BMW I-6 I've got to have the extra ponies to be happy.
Really makes you appreciate the value of a GTI or GLI.
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
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
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
I wonder if any BMW model has differential failure issues at 100-150K.
I'll be interested to hear your impressions of it.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2024 Corvette - 2024 BMW X5 - 2023 Tesla Model Y
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2024 Corvette - 2024 BMW X5 - 2023 Tesla Model Y
I've never had an AWD truck before, so I'm not sure whether the front or rear tires will tend to wear more quickly, for timing my tire rotations? I know the Audi A4 Quattro (FWD-based) wore the front tires more than the rears, but there wasn't as much of a difference as there was with a FWD car.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
What I really wish is 24 or 27 month programs were more readily available and attractive. I had a 24 mo program on my E92 and that was the perfect lease period for me. The 36 mo I signed up for this time is killing the CCBA'er in me!!
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
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2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R / 2014 MINI Countryman S ALL4
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
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2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R / 2014 MINI Countryman S ALL4
Need to read my manual about when to change fluids...get the 10k gratis and prepaid for the 20k and 30k services as they were much cheaper upfront.
The Sandman
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)
if you are fine with how it drives in D, leave it there. Or try S for a few days to compare.
The A3 has the same basic powertrain, but I am sure it has some improvements, and more sound deadening. So similar, but not quite the same sounds about right.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
The only regret at this time is not getting the lighting package and maybe even the navi though I doubt I'd have used it much...those lights are pretty cool but the extra price didn't seem worth it at the time. Besides that, love this vehicle and couldn't ask for anything more!
The Sandman
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)
2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech, 2006 Acura TL w/nav
Another GTI came to mind - although this time with a DSG (gasp!). OR could go for one of those CPO S60s I've been casually looking at for my wife, but it would be mine instead. Its alot of car for $19k-$20k. Just not sure it would be sporty enough for me. I definitely have concerns about sacrificing performance and/or luxury and winding up regretting the decision. But, obviously, I'm going to have to give up something if I'm trying to get something that much cheaper than the CTS.
'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 agree that S60 is a lot of car for the money. After it being mentioned here yesterday, I was curious enough to look at local used inventory - nice, luxury AWD for very low $20k's? Great deal.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2024 Corvette - 2024 BMW X5 - 2023 Tesla Model Y
Point is, it might make more sense for you in your Golf than your wife's A3.
2024 Audi Q8 e-tron - 2024 Corvette - 2024 BMW X5 - 2023 Tesla Model Y
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Oh and it took them over an hour to get into the finance guys office.
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
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
The volvo would be a quick street sell. Still has relatively low miles.
'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
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
'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
Have you considered checking out a Charger RT with a HEMI & Track Pack? Not cheap as far as MSRPs go, but I believe you get a healthy discount off MSRP.
Why the need for a cheaper car? I always hear about "how cheap houses are in the south compared to northeast."
I don't have to tell you to look at the big picture. You are smart enough to know that. If you've got to go down to 1 car, sell the Fit to CARMAX, sell the Volvo privately (just wait for @stickguy to sell his 1st), & drive the Caddy for a few more years so you don't take a bath on it.
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Volvo has a great CPO warranty - 7 years/100k miles. As I'm sure you know, pay attention to the in-service date though, because that can differ almost 12 months on the same model year vehicle. I didn't go CPO, and knock on wood, no issues with it in the 10 months that I've had it.
Now that I've reattached the cables and put the covers back on the seat, it works fine. Since that's not coming out of the maintenance and repair budget this month, I guess I have extra funds to change the transmission fluid.
Hoping for no more unexpected issues from either vehicle in the future...I am the eternal optimist!
The Sandman
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)
Anyway, sat in a couple of 3GTs. An I and an s. Liked them more than touring. Very much like the 6, just shrunken. So that could still be a good option eventually.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
The salesman I talked with could be a member here. Three weeks ago he sold his MB E500 4Matic and bought a Chevy duramax pickup with 176,000 miles on it.
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2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R / 2014 MINI Countryman S ALL4
Charger isn't a bad suggestion. Something to consider.
'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
Bought some transmission fluid and was able to suck out about 4 quarts through the dipstick tube and refill. The fluid was dark but not burnt. Checked the air filter and it's an ACDelco part, looked very clean and almost new. Should be good for another 50k.
The Sandman
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)
Pentastar. I know, I know, there's no replacement for displacement. Go big or go home. A V8 is on my personal automotive "bucket list." The 707 horsepower Hellcat motor needs no introduction, the 6.4L HEMI in the scat pack & SRT 392 pump out a healthy 485 hp, the "generic" 5.7 L HEMI is rated at "only" 370 horsepower. What about the base motor? Yup, the 3.6 L V6 that gets you a nice, round, 300 hp rating when you check the "Rallye Group" box on the option sheet.
This is not like the "base" Mustangs & Camaros that were little more than a joke when I started driving in the early '90s. You could spot the cheapo models from a mile away. The V6 powered Charger actually gets good write ups. 300 horsepower routed through an 8 speed automatic is nothing to sneeze at. They all look nice. I'd give it a look. AWD is only available with the V6. I'm sure the V6 is no torque monster, but more than likely I'd be quite satisfied with its acceleration & passing power coming from my 175 hp, 4 cyl Legacy. The way our roads are patrolled around here, I set my cruise anywhere between 60 & 70.
I just would have to focus and not drive the V8. I'd also have to ignore the fact that I could get a helluva deal on one because I could get my hands on a corporate "friends & family coupon" very easliy plus I qualify for USAA rebates in addition to whatever other trunk money Dodge is throwing at the car at that particular month in time. I'd have to be crazy not to get a HEMI powered Charger.
Just random thoughts that popped into my head after I saw a very nice looking 2015 Charger SXT parked on the street outside my store today. Goodnight & Have a great weekend everyone!
2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD
Subaru went in for it's first service ... just under 3500 miles on it. Oil change and full inspection; no issues found. Also had them clean off some of the adhesive still on the alloy wheels that wasn't taken care of at PDI. All is good for our road trip staring tomorrow. Just under 400 miles planned to Santa Fe; then another 400 or so on Monday to Sedona.
While the Outback was in, we arranged for a loaner car, as I had to drive my wife across town so she could attend a meeting. We got a 2015 Forester. Not sure of the trim level (no XM, for example), and it was the first time I'd ever been behind the wheel of one.
First off, I'm not sure if it's true or not, but it sure felt like we sat higher in it than in our Outback. It could also have been the stubby body, but it was noticeably harsher on surface streets than the Outback. Short wheelbase contributes to this as well. Never worried about power as I didn't get it above 40 or 45 MPH. Overall, it was OK - wife asked if they came as loaded as the Outback, to which I said yes.
I mentioned earlier that I stopped at a Mazda dealer over where my wife was attending her meeting (breld, she was at Colfax and Havana, so you might know which Mazda dealer I was at). Turns out they just underwent a change of ownership in the past week, and the dealer group gave up their Kia franchise to get Mazda instead (they also have Hyundai, Subaru and now, Mitsubishi).
While talking to the salesperson, he was asked about a Subaru that had just come in on trade. An '09 Outback with only 41,000 miles on the clock. Pristine condition. I think a bidding war was about to break out between some customers who had come in to see it.
CX-3's are expected later this summer, so I'll have to go back and test drive one when they arrive.
Everybody have a good week; not sure how much I'll be on-line while I'm out of town. @kyfdx will take care of things in my absence on the lease boards.
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2015 Subaru Outback 3.6R / 2014 MINI Countryman S ALL4
They will really need to cut the price if they want a sale, however...
Mine: 1995 318ti Club Sport; 2020 C43; 2021 Sahara 4xe 1996 Speed Triple Challenge Cup Replica Wife's: 2015 X1 xDrive28i Son's: 2009 328i; 2018 330i xDrive
some random thoughts from NH: There are plenty of potholes. and Subarus. lots and lots of Subes. quite a few old Volvos too.
Keene was beautiful. Now that the snow finally melted. I would probably hate it in the winter.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.