Someone asked for my opinion on a mid sized car

"GeorgeyBoy" (georgeyboy) 10/08/2014 at 22:15 • Filed to: None

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"We want something reliable and a good value." They sounded offended when I suggested the current Accord. Whatever not my money.

Kanaric > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:21

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Why would they be offended? that or an altima is the default answer to that question.

My citroen won't start > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:25

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Since it's not your money why not 9-5?

GeorgeyBoy > Kanaric 10/08/2014 at 22:26

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They replied "a Honda?" like I was a communist.

Zohaibman72 > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:26

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Midsize, Value, Reliability, really just comes down to the Japanese mid-size crowd, namely, Altima, Accord, Camry.

All 3 of those currently on sale don't look bad (I think the Camry looks great but the 2015 update looks terrible). And they all go point a to b without breaking down alot. I don't see why they would be offended. Maybe say Altima or Camry next time lol

Tom McParland > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:27

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welcome to my life... :D the Accord is my most recommended car, about half the people take my advice

Arben72 > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:27

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I just had a family member call me and tell me his 09 accord finally had a problem. 230k miles and he had to replace the rear left caliber due to the parking brake sticking. Still on original clutch and battery.

GeorgeyBoy > My citroen won't start 10/08/2014 at 22:29

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Why 9-5? Sounds like a terrible suggestion for a single mother.

Bytemite > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:29

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Nationalists.

GeorgeyBoy > Bytemite 10/08/2014 at 22:31

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Yes. I would love to force these "nationalists" into a basic econ course.

My citroen won't start > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:32

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Why terrible?

GeorgeyBoy > Tom McParland 10/08/2014 at 22:34

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Doesn't surprise me, I'm guessing they go to the Fusion? Doesn't take a genius to see the Accord is the best choice out of the current offerings. Value wise at least.

Zohaibman72 > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:34

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Oh man I hate people who are car nationalist. "Buy American" or "Don't Buy Honda" are the worst. One of my friend says to never buy a volvo because they are all built in China. Another friend straight up called me homosexual and I should cut my balls off for looking at a Civic for my next car...
I need new car friends.

GeorgeyBoy > My citroen won't start 10/08/2014 at 22:36

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Availability, cost to own, reliability, depreciation.

My citroen won't start > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:38

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Availability isn't that bad, I doubt it must be all that expensive since most things mechanical are GM, reliability is boring and depreciation is a good thing, 2011 Saab 9-5 with 20k miles, 17k boom.

GeorgeyBoy > My citroen won't start 10/08/2014 at 22:43

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For as much as I like them, and almost bought one... Don't think I would suggest them to anyone. It's an enthusiast's car that's quirky and rare. The Saab parts availability remains uncertain. Even though it's GM not all parts are interchangeable. No. Not for a hardworking single mother that wants a new vehicle to last her a long time.

My citroen won't start > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:44

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Then probably not, Japanese is the best choice. But seeing her reaction, you should have offered her a Lada.

Tom McParland > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 22:48

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Fusion or Camry...I have a post coming soon highlighting the Accord

Long Live the Longdoor > GeorgeyBoy 10/08/2014 at 23:10

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Subaru Legacy

Alex B > GeorgeyBoy 10/09/2014 at 07:06

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Why not Mazda 6?

Quade > Long Live the Longdoor 10/09/2014 at 10:40

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I checked subaru's off my list when they went all CVT transmissions.

Quade > Alex B 10/09/2014 at 10:43

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I really like the 6 but, like everyone else it seems, forget that it even exists until someone else mentions it.

Two Drink Minimum > Alex B 10/09/2014 at 12:53

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Mazda6 is a fantastic mid-sized sedan. Amazing handling and suspension and is available with manual trans in the Touring trim.

GeorgeyBoy > Alex B 10/09/2014 at 14:44

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Not saying it's a bad car, I like it. Accord is just more refined, better value, less depreciation.

Kickplate > GeorgeyBoy 10/09/2014 at 18:34

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It's a smart looking car that drives nicely. The 4cyl manual Sport would be the one I'd choose if I were in the market for an inexpensive substantial sedan. Even though it looks more expensive than it is, the Accord makes less sense if they are looking to spend over $30k. I'd consider the Fusion. Personally, I would never ever consider the Camry or Altima.

Long Live the Longdoor > Quade 10/09/2014 at 23:08

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Thankfully we still get the manual 2.5L in Canada

Slave2anMG > GeorgeyBoy 10/10/2014 at 10:19

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Offended? Then why the hell did they ask for your input? Evidently they've already made up their mind...