"onetoinfinity" (pranavm)
02/13/2014 at 21:28 • Filed to: None
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"onetoinfinity" (pranavm)
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Hey oppoers... I've been on oppo and Jalopnik for more than half a year now, and I have to say, you guys have a darn good community here. I just wanted to throw that out there before I asked y'all for a favor.
Our old Subaru Forester (1999) just broke down after a coolant pipe leak caused the radiator to overheat and melt part of the engine while the temperature outside was fluctuating between 70 and 25 degrees (yay Texas!). There's a temporary fix in the works right now, but if it breaks down again, then we'll need to get a new car.
This is where the problem comes in. You see, I'll be getting the car in a few years as my driver, and I really don't want to be stuck with a boring Camry or the like. So, I'm looking for a relatively fun to drive, preferably manual small suv or large sedan under 35k. It can be used, but 3 years or younger.
For the SUV I was considering a Volvo XC60 and the sedan I was looking at the Hyundai Genesis sedan. Any recommendations? I'll try to repay the favor sometime :)
Nibby
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:30 |
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I REALLY like my 2011 Forester... it's an auto but it can be had in manual and it's pretty fun to drive, roomy, comfy, and is excellent in snow/ice/etc. Can't go wrong. And if you want more power, go for an XT
heliochrome85
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:30 |
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SUV - Kia Sorrento
Large Sedan - Kia Cadenza/Hyundai Azera. Alternatively Infiniti G37
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heliochrome85
> heliochrome85
02/13/2014 at 21:31 |
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I meant Kia Sportage sorry
Stapleface-Now Hyphenated!
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:36 |
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If you're still fond of Subarus, I'd say an XV Crosstrek. Available with a 5 Speed, and gets decent gas mileage. It's been a blast to drive, and still retains a bit of the carness of the Impreza
I get close to 29 mpg out of mine with the CVT and flappy paddles, provided I don't drive like a jackass.
Clown Shoe Pilot
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:37 |
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35 grand is a bunch of money to play with. The Genesis sedan is comfy but probably not high on the fun to drive.
Have you thought about a CPO BMW?
dogisbadob
> Nibby
02/13/2014 at 21:43 |
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I thought you had a Wrangler :p
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Nibby
> dogisbadob
02/13/2014 at 21:45 |
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NOT ANYMORE HAHAHAHA
Tom McParland
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:48 |
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So you are buying in a few years right? If you were in the market today a CPO Genesis R spec would be great value, picking up a Hemi Charger for that kind of money would be easy as well. If you were determined to get 3-pedals in a full size sedan a CPO 535 would be a fun but tricky option. 3 years from now the Chevy SS will be available in the pre-owned market. In terms of small SUV Forester is a great pick for 35k. So is the Escape 2.0T and the new Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. If you wanted a sneaky hoon machine the BMW X1 can be had with a turbo 4 and RWD.
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dogisbadob
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:52 |
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The Genesis and XC60 are good choices. Would you consider a new or CPO Forester?
How about a Mazda 5 or Transit Connect? Unfortunately they don't sell the Rondo here anymore, but you might be able to get one used.
If you want a Serbian car, the Fiat 500L is your choice.
And there is nothing wrong with the Camry. The 92-96 Camry/ES300 is the best car ever made :)
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Tom McParland
> Clown Shoe Pilot
02/13/2014 at 21:53 |
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Oh yeah a real nice CPO 328 is right in that sweet spot if he needs bigger a CPO 535 can also be had with a bit of miles.
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Tom McParland
> heliochrome85
02/13/2014 at 21:55 |
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Sportages are cool but the all new Santa Fe Sport has all the go of the Sportage but with more show (space and luxury).
ihm96
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:57 |
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Used audi s4? Used range rover from Carmax (see doug demuro)? Used 5 series? Impreza hatchback? You could go crazy and get a used VW phaeton from Carmax. CLA, A3? I can keep going...
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onetoinfinity
> dogisbadob
02/13/2014 at 21:57 |
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I was referring to the more recent Camrys with my comment... I actually haven't been in a Camry more than a decade old, so I'll have to take your word, but the 2010 Camry sucks imo.
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dogisbadob
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 21:58 |
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Even Toyota doesn't make them like they used to :(
PatBateman
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 22:02 |
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Where in Texas ?
davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 22:16 |
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I was going to say CX-5, but it looks like you can still only get a manual with the small engine. Might still be worth a test drive.
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onetoinfinity
> PatBateman
02/13/2014 at 22:27 |
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Houston
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PatBateman
> onetoinfinity
02/13/2014 at 22:42 |
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Look at globalmotorcars.com Lots of high end vehicles, but they have some nicer cars/SUVs around 35k as well. They're in Stafford.
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onetoinfinity
> PatBateman
02/13/2014 at 23:11 |
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Hmm... they look pretty nice. I'll check it out in the morning!