by "TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
Published 02/11/2017 at 15:56
by "TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
Published 02/11/2017 at 15:56
Tags: Test drive
; AMA
; Cruze
STARS: 0
Might be buying it too.
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
02/11/2017 at 16:00, STARS: 0
Can the hatch doggo?
"DC3 LS, will be perpetually replacing cars until the end of time" (dc3ls-)
02/11/2017 at 16:03, STARS: 0
But dat numb steering doe...
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 16:04, STARS: 0
Small dog, sure, but the hatch has a lid that keeps the trunk contents hidden, so big dog is a no. But the seats do fold down, which is nice.
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 16:06, STARS: 0
Yeah I will admit, the small wheel with no feel tripped me up a bit, was super light. I’ve gotten so used to having an old car that modern things feel so weird.
"Mid Engine" (jdlogan2006)
02/11/2017 at 16:08, STARS: 0
Take a look at a Mazda 3 and Ford Focus, for the same price you may like them better. I opted for the Focus, which surprised me
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 16:13, STARS: 0
My mom has a focus hybrid and I hate how the brakes suddenly get stronger once you get under 5mph, and my dad heard from his friends that drive a mazda 3 that it’s falling apart already, but they might be over dramatic. I’m mostly happy with the cruze because in 2 years I’m heading to college so a hatch is perfect for my future, but thank you for the suggestions.
"Life and Times of Magoo: The People's Champ" (magooslaststand)
02/11/2017 at 16:16, STARS: 1
Climbed through one in detail at Philly show....Hatch area is pretty small.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
02/11/2017 at 16:17, STARS: 0
Getting rid of the 533i?
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
02/11/2017 at 16:17, STARS: 0
Boo.
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
02/11/2017 at 16:22, STARS: 1
More like, 533-WHY (would you do that?!?)
"E90M3" (e90m3)
02/11/2017 at 16:23, STARS: 0
I know right, I’ve always wanted an E30 or E28.
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
02/11/2017 at 16:24, STARS: 0
All I want is a E29. And money, so I can buy said E29
"E90M3" (e90m3)
02/11/2017 at 16:26, STARS: 0
You know all those chandeliers you post, maybe start posting them on craiglist, if you know what I mean.
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
02/11/2017 at 16:27, STARS: 1
Two of my least favorite things combined: petty theft, and craigslist.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
02/11/2017 at 16:28, STARS: 0
I thought you loved craigslist.
"Dr. Zoidberg - RIP Oppo" (thetomselleck)
02/11/2017 at 16:29, STARS: 0
Browsing yes. Meeting assholes: NO
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 16:45, STARS: 0
Yeah, it’s a great car, it’s just a little expensive for a first car, don’t worry, I’m taking it to a friend who is a certified bmw mechanic and either he’ll buy it or he’ll find some other enthusiast who will take care of it.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
02/11/2017 at 16:50, STARS: 0
An E28 is expensive to own? I figured it’d be the opposite, or has it gotten to where parts are getting harder to find?
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 17:04, STARS: 1
Parts aren’t the easiest to find and things are suddenly going wrong, coolant leak we can’t find, eats oil like crazy, 3rd and 5th suddenly grind now. I’ve had the car for a year now and made great memories, so I’m okay with accepting the reality. If I really want an e28, I can get one when I’m older.
"E90M3" (e90m3)
02/11/2017 at 17:05, STARS: 1
Fair enough.
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
02/11/2017 at 17:06, STARS: 0
The weird brakes is because they’re switching between regenerative braking and normal braking, at least I assume, since it’s a hybrid. I know a couple people with new Mazda3s and they both love them, they haven’t had any issues. Definitely don’t buy something before you’ve test driven others
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
02/11/2017 at 17:06, STARS: 0
The weird brakes is because they’re switching between regenerative braking and normal braking, at least I assume, since it’s a hybrid. I know a couple people with new Mazda3s and they both love them, they haven’t had any issues. Definitely don’t buy something before you’ve test driven others
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
02/11/2017 at 17:06, STARS: 0
Is it more expensive than making new car payments?
"JGrabowMSt" (jgrabowmst)
02/11/2017 at 17:07, STARS: 0
I had no idea there was a hatch version. Not a bad looking car.
No love for the Kia Soul? It’s not exactly the same market, but not a wildly different price range, and surprisingly well built for what it is.
Even the Veloster (definitely smaller than what you want for a college bound car) is surprisingly better than my initial expectations.
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 17:09, STARS: 0
But don’t you think it’s weird that the regenerative braking would come in after the car is already almost stopped.
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
02/11/2017 at 17:14, STARS: 2
It could be the other way around, regen braking until 5mph and then regular brakes take over. I don’t know anything about focus hybrids, I’m just assuming since they all seem to have some form of region braking.
Regardless, it won’t have any relevance to how a non-hybrid brakes
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 17:14, STARS: 0
Considering that it is my only source of transportation and the rate things are going wrong, yeah possibly. Also I’m going to ohio soon so I don’t want to ruin her with all the salted snow.
"gmctavish needs more space" (gmctavish)
02/11/2017 at 17:15, STARS: 1
Damn, that’s a lot going wrong. Well I’m sorry to hear that, but as someone who’s daily is from the 21st century, I reluctantly understand. It sounds like it’ll get into good hands at least, and being saved from salt is very good
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 17:21, STARS: 1
As far as I know, when the first owner bought it here in california, it never left the state, california car through and through.
"BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind" (briangriffinsprius)
02/11/2017 at 17:26, STARS: 0
You should probably look at the Golf.
"fhrblig" (fhrblig)
02/11/2017 at 17:29, STARS: 0
Have you checked out the Elantra GT? We have one and we’re pretty happy with it. It is about to be redesigned, so they may cut a deal.
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
02/11/2017 at 19:22, STARS: 1
That’s very mature of you. And also a very good attitude to have.
"pip bip - choose Corrour" (hhgttg69)
02/11/2017 at 19:27, STARS: 0
any good?
"BahamaTodd" (bahamatodd)
02/11/2017 at 20:04, STARS: 0
Not just a hatch, but also available diesel and manual. The diesel will be out later this year.
"BahamaTodd" (bahamatodd)
02/11/2017 at 20:07, STARS: 0
They just revealed the new Elantra GT last week. Looks like a fun hatch. 200hp manual or DCT, and fully independent suspension.
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 21:22, STARS: 1
It’s all thanks to my dad, he raised me like his parents raised him, carefully, focusing on rational thought, and making sure I know how to take responsibilty and that l learn from my mistakes.
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 21:27, STARS: 0
Oh yeah, it’s comfortable, quick, functional, and quiet if you like that, personally I like hearing my car’s engine, but to each their own. Clutch is fairly soft so it be like a one legged exercise, shift throws are fairly short. My only problems are that when you go to upshift, the engine takes a second to go down, but it’s for emissions, and first gear is very short.
"TheBimmerGuyWhoNowOwnsAChevy" (thebimmerguy)
02/11/2017 at 21:30, STARS: 0
It’s enough for a few moving boxes and luggage. Great for moving into say a college dorm
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
02/11/2017 at 22:16, STARS: 1
Those are qualities that will serve you well in life.
"Mid Engine" (jdlogan2006)
02/11/2017 at 22:22, STARS: 1
I have a 2016 Focus Titanium Hatch bought new 8 weeks ago, so I can’t comment on the hybrid’s behavior. The brakes on my car are fine (much better than the Jetta TDI’s brakes), in fact I really have no complaints so far. It’s your money, I’m simply suggesting you cross shop a few alternatives before you make a final decision. Incidentally, I would have bought the Mazda but the infotainment system is pathetic compared to the Ford Sync 3 system.