"RW53104" (rw53104)
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"RW53104" (rw53104)
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So far we're looking at a 2014 Escape, 2012-ish Jeep Patriot (she likes it better than the Compass), a CR-V, or a Subaru wagon. She really wants a Subaru, but the ones in the budget have high mileage, and it doesn't even seem to make sense not to buy new. A new subie is the only budget-breaking option; anything else would have to be cheaper than $15-16k.
What are other decent suggestions?
We're getting rid of our 2002 Montero Limited, mainly for MPG reasons, hence the small SUV/wagon and AWD/4x4 conditions.
Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:20 |
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Have you looked at a 02-06 CR-V?
BugEyedBimmer - back in the Saddle Dakota Leather
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:21 |
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What about a 2009-10 Tiguan S/SE 4motion?
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RW53104
> Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
10/25/2014 at 18:21 |
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Yeah, that's an option. Problem with those is mileage, but there are plenty. I don't totally trust the 4x4 as much as other cars, though.
TheElephant
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:22 |
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It's not a jalop-answer, but it is the truth: get the CR-V.
It'll be a low maintenance, efficient, inoffensive transportation appliance.
And you've already eaten most of the depreciation at that kind of mileage, so you probably won't lose your shirt if she wants to hope into something bigger in three years.
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RW53104
> BugEyedBimmer - back in the Saddle Dakota Leather
10/25/2014 at 18:23 |
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I would like that, but are they durable? Seems like it would be fairly useless on more rugged dirt roads, and probably expensive to fix. Otherwise I'm interested.
treesmakewater
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:24 |
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win a $10K scratch off and get a outback?
In all seriousness though, it is hard to find low milage Subaru's at a decent price.
All of my non Subaru recommendations would not fit any criteria :S (assuming German is out). Possibly Denver's CR-V suggestion?
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RW53104
> TheElephant
10/25/2014 at 18:24 |
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Yeah, that's a good point. It's the responsible answer, but meh. A subaru would definitely be more comfortable, but still not as efficient. If we go that route all we have to do is pick a color; there are so many.
dogisbadob
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:25 |
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Do you really need AWD?
You can probably get a late-model Matrix AWD at a good price.
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BugEyedBimmer - back in the Saddle Dakota Leather
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:25 |
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They can take anything a Patriot or Subaru can take. Plus they're a lot better drivers cars.
sm70- why not Duesenberg?
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:25 |
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RAV4, CRV, Sportage, Tuscon.
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Denver Is Stuck In The 90s
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:26 |
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My dad had one, that thing was bullet proof. A Mitsubishi lancer rear ended him, both cars were totaled. The lancer's front end was pushed back a couple feet, airbags deployed it was bad. The CRV started just fine, brakes worked, airbags didnt go off. The only issue was the rear tire pushed the frame back a bit where the impact was and the rear door wouldnt open. It was driven to a repair shop under its own power where it was decided to be totaled. If you want a safe small SUV with actual offroading capabilites and decent gas mileage (we averaged 23mpg) get that gen CRV
Steve in Manhattan
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:27 |
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Hyundai Santa Fe/Tuscon? Another truth - I've rented more than my share of CRVs from Zipcar, and they've all been very competent vehicles. When we went to Exit 64(!) on the Long Island Expressway to get the kittens we adopted, the rain on the way back was biblical. The Honda stayed planted. Glad I had it that day.
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RW53104
> BugEyedBimmer - back in the Saddle Dakota Leather
10/25/2014 at 18:27 |
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True. Still feels "premium" but I suppose that has its perks.
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TheElephant
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:27 |
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Don't overextended on a car.
Don't lever up the LTV.
Don't take a 72 month loan.
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RW53104
> dogisbadob
10/25/2014 at 18:29 |
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(No) But we will eventually, and it can be useful in the rain/snow/dirt where we do occasionally venture. She wasn't blown away by the Matrix/Vibe even if it has AWD. Definitely a reliable/efficient choice but just not enough space. At that point a Subie sedan would make more sense I feel.
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RW53104
> Steve in Manhattan
10/25/2014 at 18:30 |
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Yeah, I've driven a CR-V through some enormous puddles and I was impressed.
We just can't get excited about a Hyundai/Kia.
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RW53104
> sm70- why not Duesenberg?
10/25/2014 at 18:32 |
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Not fan of Hyundai/Kias (yet), but the other two, yes. Hard to find Rav4s without crazy high mileage, though. I would jump on one below 50k miles.
Nibby
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:33 |
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DO NOT EVEN BOTHER WASTING TIME WITH THE PATRIOT AND/OR COMPASS
WORST VEHICLE I HAVE EVER DRIVEN
FUCK IT SO HARD
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dogisbadob
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:34 |
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The Liberty diesel should be a good choice for you. If you can wait until it comes out, the Honda HRV should also be a good choice.
How about a Suzuki SX4? Should be dirt cheap to buy since Suzuki doesn't sell new cars here anymore, but they still honor the warranty (7 years, 100k)
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Steve in Manhattan
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:39 |
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Hyundai has lately (last 8 years or so) displayed Japanese levels of quality. I think a VW, as desirable as they are, would cost more to service. High mileage Subarus might have the head gasket issue, but I think it's more endemic in certain of their engines. I suppose just figure out everything that's in the class, drive 'em all, and something might surprise her.
And if you want to piss her off, recommend the Audi AllRoad. We've had that discussion here before.
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Steve in Manhattan
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 18:46 |
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Another consideration - check and see if rental car companies are selling the vehicle you're interested in. The Car Guys have recommended this a couple time that I've heard - lower mileage, you know it's been serviced, and most people (like me) who rent a CR-V don't rent it to hoon it, we rent it to pick up cats or go to the Japanese grocery store across the river in Edgewater.
DipodomysDeserti
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 19:05 |
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It shouldn't be too difficult to find a Subie with under 90k miles for under $16k. My WRX was $18k with 60k miles. Car Max has 33 Subarus under $16k with under 80k miles right now, and their prices are always a little high.
SALfan
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 21:25 |
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Wife's sister-in-law has an older Escape that is still going strong with over 200k miles. Check recalls, TSB's etc. - hers had some issues, don't know what they were or how serious.
PS9
> RW53104
10/25/2014 at 21:28 |
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AWD
$90k
15k miles
Wait...I think I mixed something up here...
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RW53104
> PS9
10/26/2014 at 03:09 |
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No, you are correct.
JohnPlayerSpecial
> dogisbadob
10/27/2014 at 00:59 |
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I second SX4. They seem like fun little cars that can hold their own on dirt/snow.