by "Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
Published 06/02/2017 at 16:24
by "Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
Published 06/02/2017 at 16:24
Tags: open the windows and turn on the surround camera and it's basically a targa right?
STARS: 4
The part of me that loves big luxury and fantastic value.
This baby
comes just like I like it, loaded to the gills and with lots of factory warranty left on it.
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"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 16:26, STARS: 0
That’s not a convertible! !
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 16:30, STARS: 1
I know. I’m so conflicted.
Maybe?
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 16:33, STARS: 1
Haha - in my experience, if you want a convertible, nothing else will be satisfying, for what that’s worth.
Unless you buy 2 cars!
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 16:37, STARS: 2
...if you want a convertible, nothing else will be satisfying, for what that’s worth.
I know *sigh*
Unless you buy 2 cars!
Get behind me, Satan!
*starting search for cheap beater convertibles*
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 16:47, STARS: 1
That car does seem like a good deal, though it’s got fairly high miles for the MY?
FWIW, I have a sedan, convertible, and beater SUV, so maybe I’m a really bad (or good?) person to comment. ..
"m-b-w loves his SUBAROO" (m-b-w)
06/02/2017 at 16:50, STARS: 1
Unless the K900 has a special warranty, it only has 5k left. Only the first owners get the 10 year 100k. Second owners get 5 year 60k.
Edit:
Just realized it was a CPO. That’s a damn good deal.
"Boxer_4" (Boxer_4)
06/02/2017 at 16:56, STARS: 1
Problem solved:
As I recall, you do rotary, right?
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 16:58, STARS: 1
It’s got some miles on it, but I don’t have the same fear of that as I would on an “as is” car. Also, this is Kia CPO.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:00, STARS: 1
Yes. I never put much stock in CPO, but this makes it a really good find. I can’t believe it’s been over two months on the market. It really satisfies my desire for something different because no one buys them.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:01, STARS: 1
I very much do rotary, and that version RX-7 holds many fond memories for me.
"Boxer_4" (Boxer_4)
06/02/2017 at 17:04, STARS: 1
I think you know what you need to do...
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 17:08, STARS: 1
Yeah- I don’t know Kia wellbut presume their CPO program is pretty solid on these cars? That would remove the risk, really -
"Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies" (jordanwphillips)
06/02/2017 at 17:11, STARS: 2
We have a CPO Hyundai, and while it has been used a fair amount for stupid afterthought parts, we haven’t had any issues with claims. We even got a Genesis G80(super-meh, buy a German) loaner.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:14, STARS: 1
Indeed I do.
"Boxer_4" (Boxer_4)
06/02/2017 at 17:16, STARS: 1
YES!
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:16, STARS: 1
Risk has been a major anxiety inducer with me on this used car adventure.
I need to be careful here, or I could talk myself into this car.
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 17:17, STARS: 0
That’s great that they’ve taken care of things without question. I kinda thought they might be like that - I think they’re still trying harder to build their rep here in the US.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:17, STARS: 1
Also, we have a 2015 Sedona, and it’s been a fantastic car. Turned me into almost as much of a Kia fanboy as Wobbles ( almost ).
"Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies" (jordanwphillips)
06/02/2017 at 17:19, STARS: 1
I get why people buy them, good bang for your buck, but I would spend a few more dollars for a MB or Lexus for quality bang.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:19, STARS: 0
On my watch list now. It’s no reserve, but we’ll see what it gets up to by the end. It’s only 4 hrs drive away to pick up.
And I’m blaming this all on you. Bastard.
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 17:20, STARS: 1
Ha- yeah, as I recall, you haven’t bought used in a long time, right?
I haven’t either, for the reasons you describe. Thought long and hard about it 2 years ago, but then got a good deal on a new car and dropped the thought.
But with a good CPO, you should save $ without taking on headaches.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:22, STARS: 1
Never. I’ve bought five cars (alone and with my wife), all new.
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 17:33, STARS: 1
I agree - but on the surface, this one seems to be at enough of a discount that it’s worth a good look-
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 17:42, STARS: 1
Yeah, at some point maybe you just have to take the plunge?
I started out buying only used because no money, but haven’t bought used since 1991 now. I’ll take another run at it next spring, though—not sure if I’ll get comfortable enough to do it or not -
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 17:56, STARS: 1
Not sure. There’s sharks in them waters.
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 18:00, STARS: 1
Oh, for sure— it would take a good CPO program and a lot of due diligence to get me over that hump-
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 18:02, STARS: 1
Now if a car has been on sale more than a couple weeks, I start wondering what’s wrong with it. I’ve become very suspicious.
"WilliamsSW" (williamssw)
06/02/2017 at 18:07, STARS: 1
What’s the old saying, “Trust, but verify”? This is more “Don’t trust, but verify”.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 18:14, STARS: 1
Exact phrase I used to my wife the other day.
"gettingoldercarguy" (gettingoldercarguy)
06/02/2017 at 18:36, STARS: 3
My brother bought an Equus that was 10 months, 14k miles for 27k with a factory extended warranty. I think new it was close to 70k. Fantastic car.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 18:38, STARS: 2
Best deals anywhere. They’re even a steal at Carmax pricing, and that’s saying something.
"gettingoldercarguy" (gettingoldercarguy)
06/02/2017 at 18:46, STARS: 3
It’s the early ls400 minus the resale value while keeping the reliability.
"gettingoldercarguy" (gettingoldercarguy)
06/02/2017 at 18:48, STARS: 0
What’s your ideal convertible?
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 18:48, STARS: 1
Exactly! Except modernized.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 18:49, STARS: 2
This is my automotive spirit animal:
"gettingoldercarguy" (gettingoldercarguy)
06/02/2017 at 18:52, STARS: 1
Nice, I’ve saved enough for my convertible project but want secure storage, so I’m either buying or renting a warehouse. A simple NC Miata with an LS swap.
"sm70- why not Duesenberg?" (sm70-whynotduesenberg)
06/02/2017 at 20:29, STARS: 1
I much prefer the Equus but same idea.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 20:39, STARS: 0
Sweet. And more attainable.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 20:40, STARS: 1
I like them both.
"gettingoldercarguy" (gettingoldercarguy)
06/02/2017 at 21:17, STARS: 1
Yeah, my wife and I moved from an area of Texas where everything was very flashy. Some could afford it, others couldn’t. It was a bit much for both of us. So, we try to keep a low profile while enjoying life here in the PNW. Live below our means, buy relatively low key cars. (I put gold wheels on my WRX, for historical context you see). Live in only as much house as we need, etc. I like it and the chill vibe it has.
I do really like seeing the latest and greatest super/hypercar, but would rather have to wander north to around Seattle to see that type of climate. As it is, I see way more restored and driver type of classic cars around town and am totally cool with that. Bathtub Porsches, old Mopars, Chevys Buicks, etc.
I see an LS swapped Miata as a modern day Shelby minus the huge speculative value.
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
06/02/2017 at 22:20, STARS: 2
That’s a looooooot of car for the money. The interiors of those are incredibly nice.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 22:46, STARS: 1
That is a nice change from the $30k millionaires we have here. But you pay for it with rain. Still, I agree with that way to live.
"Chariotoflove" (chariotoflove)
06/02/2017 at 22:48, STARS: 1
I know, right? I’ll feel like I have to use a coaster even though it’s my car.
"shop-teacher" (shop-teacher)
06/02/2017 at 22:55, STARS: 1
Sew fawnsay!