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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,321
    So I am finding out! Everyone tells me that the city just shuts down in those circumstances. Where I come from, we call that a Tuesday in January.

    To me, a good set of all season/snow tires and a competent driver will go a lot further than a vehicle with 4WD and someone who thinks they are invincible. But what do I know -- coming from Pittsburgh and Cleveland, we only saw something like 10 feet of snow a season...:-)
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  • isellhondasisellhondas Member Posts: 20,342
    Yeah, but a lot of us are from So. California and we still don't know how to drive in the snow.

    Where you came from, a person could stand on a pack of cigarettes and see the Pacific Ocean. Here, we have these little things called HILLS and we have LOT's of them!
  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,321
    Actually, Pittsburgh is just as hilly as Seattle due to rolling hills and coal mines of Western PA.

    Cleveland, you are correct, is relatively flat!
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  • isellhondasisellhondas Member Posts: 20,342
    edited September 2013
    Sometime I'll tell you what the airline pilots call Cleveland!

    Just kidding. Never been to Pittsburgh.

    Cleveland, lots of times and no desire to revisit.
  • stickguystickguy Member Posts: 50,382
    I took my son to Pitt 5 years ago when he was looking at colleges, and I was shocked to find out how mountainous it was coming down into the city.

    2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.

  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,321
    If it were not for my in-laws and associated extended family in Cleveland, I would not be returning...
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  • 28firefighter28firefighter Member Posts: 9,321
    I miss Pittsburgh a great deal, mostly because of the memories and friends that still live there. It definitely has a certain charm to it that not everyone can appreciate.

    I'll be back for the first time in just about a year next weekend for a friend's wedding. We'll spend a few days in Cleveland seeing family then head down to Pittsburgh (only about a 2 hour drive) for the wedding itself.

    To keep this car related, we'll be borrowing my mother-in-law's Audi Q5 2.0T to make the drive from Cleveland to Pittsburgh for the wedding.
    2022 Tesla Model Y Performance, 2018 BMW M240i Convertible
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    not a single one has hit $18k, even at auction.

    You are looking more at $15k-$16k, depending.

    '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

  • steevosteevo Member Posts: 389
    What can I expect to get if I trade a 2011 Honda CRV EXL with NAV. AWD, Black, Black Leather. Moonroof, heated seats, xm, etc.. 38000 Miles. New tires. Super clean no accidents no dents. Long Island NY.
    Thanks...
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    $18k-19k

    '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

  • fezginfezgin Member Posts: 17
    Looking to buy 2009 MB SL550 from private party in SoCal. 37K miles, grey on black, P1 package, clean carfax. What would be the range in the block and what would be the trade in?

    Thanks in advance!
  • theeegodtheeegod Member Posts: 53
    What is a good price for a 2010-2012 CPO Toyota 4Runner Limited edition with or w/o navi w/ less than 20K miles? I am in the market for one and realize that 2014 models are coming out soon with changes. I am hoping that this will drive the price down for this model range. Thanks.
  • jaser_bjaser_b Member Posts: 7
    edited September 2013
    Location: SLC, UT
    Year/Make/Model: 2004 Mazda MPV LX
    Body Style: Minivan
    Engine: 3.0L V6
    Driveline: FWD
    Mileage: 114,000
    Color: Silver / Gray
    Major Options: LX+ package (tint, fogs, body effects) 4-seasons package (towing, some other stuff), rear spoiler (zoom zoom!). After market in-dash touchscreen JVC double-DIN DVD player with rear camera and 9" overhead monitor to zombify the munchkins on long trips. Class II hitch with 4-pin wiring for towing a little utility trailer.
    Condition:
    Bought new, never any paint work. Typical 9 year old minivan interior funk but should clean up OK with a good detail - no ripped upholstery / carpet or haz-mat looking stains. Exterior has small parking lot dings and a couple of rock chips but no serious dents in the sheet metal. There is a crack maybe 4-5" long in the rear bumper cover below the right rear tail light where my wife backed into an idiot neighbor kid who parked behind our driveway in the dark. Probably could be repaired, we just didn't bother.
    Tires - 50% on all-seasons, extra set of snows on steel wheels with maybe 2-3 more winters in them.
    Brakes - Front and rear done in last 20k miles
    Maintenance - Lots, but mostly done myself so no dealer records. Battery, belts, coils, plugs, trans / radiator flush, radiator hoses, cooling fan controller, valve cover gaskets, intake boot done in last 15k miles.
    Other: No prior damage/insurance claims, repaints, etc.

    Looking for a trade-in type number to help set a price for a family member who we're planning to pass it along to. It's been a great little van, and currently has no known mechanical needs.
  • steevosteevo Member Posts: 389
    thanks
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    miles like that will be rare. For a 2012 4wd V6 limited, expect to pay maybe $36k-$37k.

    '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

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    quite the spread on these. Here are you comparables:

    08/28/13 NASHVILL Lease $47,000 33,643 Avg BLK
    08/16/13 PA Lease $42,000 37,865 Avg RED
    08/29/13 PALM BCH Regular $42,600 44,514 Avg BLACK

    Roadster in SoCal is going to be pretty strong. The one in Palm Beach probably didn't do so well thanks to the black exterior and slightly higher miles. The one in PA is the wrong climate and wrong color. Nashville had good miles and not too far south for a black car. Yours is grety with in between miles, so I'd guesstimate it would do 45-46k at the block. BUT, dealer probably wouldn't want to take that chance, so if taking it on trade to send to auction, they might not be too comfortable at over $43k, I think. This is all largely speculation, of course.

    '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

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    $1500-$2k

    '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

  • jaser_bjaser_b Member Posts: 7
    Thanks. If that's all I can expect on trade we'll definitely keep it in the family.
  • sebring95sebring95 Member Posts: 3,241
    Do yourself and your wallet a favor and look at a Pathfinder from those years. I was in your shoes back in 2009 and found the Nissan to be a better vehicle and much cheaper. There's a V8 option and the styling isn't nearly as funky (although that vintage looks quite tame compared to the goofy 2014!!).

    I just crossed 100k miles and have had less problems than any of my last Toyotas. I offroad often for business purposes as well and can't complain a bit. If I was going to buy a new vehicle today I'd pickup a low mileage Silver or LE. In fact I looked at a 2012 with only 15k miles and couldn't pull the trigger because mine still drives as good as that "new" one.
  • tauntaun Member Posts: 8
    edited September 2013
    What can I expect for the following:

    Location: Sacramento, CA
    Year/Make/Model: 2007 Subaru Forester XT Sport
    Body Style: 4dr Wagon
    Engine: 2.5 Turbo
    Transmission: Automatic
    Driveline: AWD
    Mileage: 62,500
    Color: Black ext/Black Interior
    Major Options: Panoramic Moonroof
    Condition: Minor wear, excellent mechanical condition. All services done for all the intervals. Tires have 65% or more tread left. Brake pads replaced at 42k miles.
    Other: No prior damage or insurance claims. I am the original and only owner.

    I dread having to deal with Craiglist tire kickers and flakes, so if I can get a decent price for a trade-in, I would probably go that route vs. private sale. Thanks.
  • theeegodtheeegod Member Posts: 53
    Wow okay. I have been digging around on autotrader and found a few around low $30s in the northeast. I am curious as to why they still say so expensive, esp. since the new generations are coming out soon...
  • theeegodtheeegod Member Posts: 53
    Hi sebring - thanks a lot for your input.

    I am not sure whether the 4runner is the best choice. I am looking to buy/finance a SUV for long term use. I would prefer it to be low on the mileage side, 4WD, under $30K and w/ leather heated seats.

    I was reading about "body on frame" SUVs and most were touting that these types of vehicles last longer. So, I started digging around and that is how I arrived at a 4runner...The other body on frame vehicles were either too small or too expensive.

    Is this faulty thinking? What other vehicles should I consider?
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    well, first, they are toyotas. second, coming out soon is not the same as "out now."

    '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

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    only 1 has gone through in the past month. That one had 85,500 and got $11,900. Prior to that was one in June with 87,800 for $12,500.

    Its not much to go on, but if you base it just on that, you could figure maybe $13k at the block and $12k trade-in.

    BUT, there was one in May with 95k that only got $7k. Go figure.

    '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

  • sebring95sebring95 Member Posts: 3,241
    For the last few years, the Pathfinder and 4Runner have been the only full frame SUV's still available. For 2013 Nissan changed the Pathfinder to a car-based crossover and it's not even in the same galaxy as the previous version. There are bigger options (Tahoe, Sequoia, etc) but I'm not aware of any that are smaller. 4Runner and Pathfinder are very similar in size and performance although I found the Pathfinder to have more comfortable/upright drivers seat and a better interior/layout.

    I'm of the same camp that a full frame SUV is a better vehicle for long-term use, particularly if you're going to off-road or tow which I do. I would probably prefer to drive a bigger vehicle (had Tahoes/Suburbans in the past) but the handling, passing power, and fuel economy of this size vehicle is ideal for me.

    You can certainly get into a low mileage Pathfinder for well within your budget. I worked a deal on a 2012 Silver Edition 4x4 Pathfinder with 15k miles from a private party for $26k. It had heated leather and most every option I need. It was a very good deal but I just decided to keep mine because mine is in terrific shape and I just can't justify spending the money. I had gbrozen get me a trade for the '12 (see a few posts above) I was looking to buy and it came back around $24-$25k so even a dealer should be selling the same model for $27k-$28k.
  • sebring95sebring95 Member Posts: 3,241
    Based on the looks of the 2014 you might see an increase in values for the prior version. That might sound like a joke but I can tell you if I HAD to buy a 4Runner I would grab a used one or a new '13. The '14 looks hideous.
  • tauntaun Member Posts: 8
    Thank you for the input. I'm hoping because I have lower mileage than the examples you cited I can hopefully at least get $11k.
  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 16,359
    Hey qbrozen - when you ran that info on my parents' 2011 V6 Cayenne, did you put in the fact that it has 56,000 + miles? Just curious as we're almost ready to pull the trigger on something and got a trade offer of 37K from the Porsche dealer.

    2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD

  • jipsterjipster Member Posts: 6,244
    We got $5,500 trade-in for our 2004 MPV LX in June of 2012. Roughly same mileage as what you have now. Very good condition. Minus the 4 season package and DVD. That was top dollar, I believe, at the time.

    I think you should be able to get between $3,000 and $3,500 trade in.
    2020 Honda Accord EX-L, 2011 Hyundai Veracruz, 2010 Mercury Milan Premiere, 2007 Kia Optima
  • schenoy1schenoy1 Member Posts: 3
    Hi,
    I have a C230 Sport 2007 Mercedes with the AMG style pkg (wheels, rear spoiler, amg muffler, etc).
    Miles 76,000 apprx.
    Just had a bunch of work done under extended warranty, Air Mass Sensor, Transmission bell housing replaced (slight leak), new Fuel pump. Front brakes 7mm, rear 3mm.
    Tires, about 10K on them, lots of tread.
    Outside, very good shape, no damage or rust. Interior detailed with steam cleaning of carpets and engine. Fresh oil change, new air filters, cabin filter. Had a small accident once, $1K bumper damage but its been repaired under insurance claim.
    MB dealer offered me $8K! Carmax had same one for sale @ $17,999, but I just did a KBB.com estimate, and it said $12,200? So I'm confused what i can get in a private sale?
    Thank you for your help :)
    Steve
  • jmeaselljmeasell Member Posts: 30
    Trying to determine what a dealer may have invested in a trade-in for a 2012 Kia Sorento EX.

    Norfolk, VA
    2012 Kia Sorento EX
    SUV
    3.5 6-cyl.
    FWD
    14,500 miles
    Olive Green
    Dual sunroof, leather, heated seats, infinity audio, running boards, 3rd row seating
    Great condition

    Thanks.
  • theeegodtheeegod Member Posts: 53
    I browsed around for a Pathfinders and the prices are definitely lower than the 4runners. Would you say that for longevity, reliability, and gas mileage they are both about the same?

    I found a CPO 2011 Nissan Pathfinder 4WD 4dr V6 LE with 16K miles at a NYC dealership for $27950. If I was to go the Pathfinder route for LE from the years 2009 to 2012, what should I expect in terms of pricing for miles less than 20K?

    What other trucks should I be considering besides these two?
  • sebring95sebring95 Member Posts: 3,241
    Reliability is pretty tough to nail down...I'm sure some will swear by anything Toyota. I've owned a bunch of them over the years and the last few were not impressive. We tossed a 2011 Sienna after 18 months due to constant problems. I've had good luck with my Pathfinder....the later ones are quite mature in the life cycle and seem to have the bugs worked out. Some of the '05-'07 models had persistent problems that have not impacted the later models. Gas mileage should be about the same....poor in the city.

    Other vehicles...I guess it depends on what you want. You were looking at real 4x4 trucks that are designed for off-roading and towing. Is that what you need in NYC? I would think a CRV would be more reliable than either and get far better mpg driving around town. But if you want/need a real truck there's nothing else out there that's not a full-size.

    I'd say you're in the ballpark on price. I prefer the Silver model over the LE because it doesn't have the wood-trim, 18" wheels, or the more complicated 4x4 system. I like to keep it simple and save a few bucks. But if you want NAV you pretty much have to go with an LE. Good luck...I would hate to car-shop in NYC.
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    That is higher miles than any others that have crossed the block. I don't remember what I said before, but this is what I'm seeing:

    09/06/13 PA Regular $45,000 27,477 Avg WHITE

    08/29/13 ALBANY Regular $44,000 28,376 Avg SLVR

    08/29/13 PALM BCH Regular $42,400 33,937 Avg PUPLE

    08/22/13 RIVRSIDE Regular $44,750 35,994 Avg GREY

    08/15/13 PALM BCH Regular $46,200 50,680 Avg ORANGE

    '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

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    With those miles, they go for $9k-$11,500 at auction. So I can understand the $8k offer, although yours sounds nice and they probably could step it up if they wanted it.

    Private? Well, given the spread I stated above, folks could probably buy them retail for $12k-$14k. I guess you could ask $13k and see what happens.

    '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

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    only a handful to go on, but they have very consistently sold for $22k. If they took it on trade, they probably paid around $21k. Fix a few things, clean it up, and it hits the lot owing them $22k, give or take a nickel.

    '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

  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 16,359
    Thanks as always for your help! I do appreciate it! You said between $42-$44K. When the Porsche dealer came back & offered $37K for it, I balked. Before I go to the BMW dealer, I want to have a clear understanding as to what is a reasonable amount. I'd like to push for $40K, but don't want to be one of these "I know what my car is worth" buyers.

    Edmunds pegs the trade in value with the miles at $37K and change. I feel like their TMV is always on the low side.

    Hope all is well & you are enjoying the Mustang!

    2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    Anything is possible if they want to keep it on their own lot, but I see one with 99k miles at $2400, one with 102k for $2500, and one with 109k for $2800.

    If I'm a dealer and sell high-mileage 10-yr-old minivans, and one comes to me off the street that glows in the dark, sure, I might pay $3k for it to avoid the costs, fees, and uncertainty of the auction. But that's alot of ifs.

    I like to prepare folks for the worst so they aren't offended when reality strikes.

    '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

  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    I can't understand that, but it certainly happens. I think it might be a thing with higher-end cars. Possibly they fret about reconditioning costs. I don't know. But I've definitely heard my share of lowball offers on my european cars at trade time. Had to fight pretty hard on my 135 at the Ford dealer and settled for about $1500 under auction value.

    And, hell, I'm not the least bit afraid to tell them I know the recent Manheim numbers. I kind of become a salesman myself at that point. "You can buy my car for $xxx and turn around and make $1k by taking it right to auction."

    '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

  • nyccarguynyccarguy Member Posts: 16,359
    The thing with the offer they got from the Porsche dealer where they bought and serviced the car is just that. The dealer has all the service records (including the $4K+ they recently spent on new plugs/brakes/rotors...) & their service manager detailed the car for them (no charge) after he had the nav/radio/cd/Bluetooth computer replaced under warranty. So as with anything, the $37K is a starting point. Maybe I could try to squeeze another $2-$3K out of the BMW dealer. I'll keep you posted!

    But the big sticking point is the fact that it isn't a "low mileage cream puff."

    2001 Prelude Type SH, 2022 Highlander XLE AWD, 2022 Wrangler Sahara 4Xe, 2023 Toyota Tacoma SR 4WD

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  • theeegodtheeegod Member Posts: 53
    Thanks for the info.

    I forgot to mention that this vehicle is for my father, and, unfortunately, when I proposed the idea of a Pathfinder, he wasn't too excited. He stated that the new PF's shape has been completely revamped and the older shaped, truck based models now look outdated. I can see where he is coming from as the new PF looks like it is from a different planet. Furthermore, he stated that he would much rather get an older MDX (2010-2012), than a PF as the newer shaped MDX models are not too different from the older ones.

    Sebring, for around 30K or lower, what are his other reasonable options? We also had a discussion about leasing and then buying afterwards. I am not too sure, but I would think this comes out to a bit more spread over years than just purchasing outright...
  • jmeaselljmeasell Member Posts: 30
    edited September 2013
    That's probably why he's selling it for $25K. What would be a reasonable OTD offer? Thanks for the feedback.
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    I can't help you with OTD, as I don't know the taxes and fees where you live.

    $25k is a pretty good starting point. If you can get him down another $1k, its a good deal. Even just $500 would still be fair, though.

    '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

  • sebring95sebring95 Member Posts: 3,241
    Well coincidentally I have a '12 MDX as well. It's the same as any other crossover for the most part and FAR from a frame-based SUV. It sounds like he's all over the map and doesn't really know what he wants. As far as frame based SUV's in the past 3-4 years, the Pathfinder and 4Runner are it until you go full-sized. As he mentioned, the '13 Pathfinder is totally redesigned as a crossover and looks like every other crossover to me. Does he actually need a real 4x4 with tow capacity? MDX is a fine vehicle but I don't think you'll find anything low mileage approaching that price point. If he really doesn't need a real SUV there are tons of options really. Just pick something. Highlander, Pilot, CRV, RAV4, they all are fine on-road vehicles.
  • fezginfezgin Member Posts: 17
    Thanks as always. As the new body is not financially achievable for a wage earner like me, I am torn in between the new 435 and previous SL550 :) Summer is over, we should see more like these hopefully.
  • tkfitz1tkfitz1 Member Posts: 36
    Any ideas what auction prices would be?
    2012 Chevy Malibu 1LT, 20,000 mi, 2.4 engine. Car is clean, tires, brakes show the20k miles.
    2012 Chevy Impala LS, 15,000 mi 3.6 engine. Also a clean car.
    Dealer is asking 14500 for either. I was wondering what they go for at auction.
    Located in New England. Im thinking former "fleet" cars.
    thanks
  • qbrozenqbrozen Member Posts: 32,863
    1LT is in the $12k-$13k range. So price is a good one if it all checks out.

    I don't show any such animal as a V6 LS. Any V6 with those miles is about $17k at the block, so I'm doubting that's what it is.

    I'm guessing it is also a 4-cyl car, in which case it is also right there in that $12,500 zip code.

    '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

  • corvettecorvette Member Posts: 10,229
    "I don't show any such animal as a V6 LS."

    No Impalas from that generation had a four cylinder... I think you may have looked up a Malibu instead.
  • Sandman6472Sandman6472 Member Posts: 6,948
    edited September 2013
    Just so you know, I drove home a '13 Malibu 1LT from the auction yesterday with just over 18k on the clock and it was a pleasure...absolutely smooth and the shifts were so unnoticeable I had to look at the shifter to see what gear I was in. Even commented to myself that this is a really sweet driving vehicle and actually not that big...I prefer vehicles around 180" or so. Even in white, it wasn't too bad looking. The '13 model had the refresh with the nicer looking tail lights but you can't go wrong with the '12 either. Chevy did a great job with the Malibu and a shame more folks don't consider it, every bit as good as the Toyota Camry, maybe even better!

    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)

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