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"Phyrxes once again has a wagon!" (phyrxes) 07/19/2016 at 13:59 • Filed to: None

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A friend of the Mrs. is starting to look for a new ride and is wondering what not consumer reports resources she should use as she starts her search. I don’t have a clue as to what she is looking for just that she is not an enthusiast.

Stapleface > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:05

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While Consumer Reports has their place, the one I rely on most is probably Edmunds. That way you can read consumer reviews about the vehicle and see what people have to say, both the good and the bad. Another good idea would be internet forums devoted to the specific vehicle. I know many vehicle-specific forums will have a “What do you hate” thread about the vehicle where people can voice the things they don't like. It's good to read those to see if there's something glaring that might be a dealbreaker for her (like rearward visibility being lousy, for instance).

bob and john > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:06

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what is going to be used for
what does she want in it
how much is she willing to spend

given its a non-car person, just point her to a Honda accord (or subaru impreza if she *needs* AWD) and call it a day

My citroen won't start > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:07

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Edmunds for the non enthusiast.

Under_Score > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:09

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Why not CR? But honestly, get a CR-V. They’re great cars; my mom got one, and though I haven’t spent much time in it (neither has mom; 1.5 weeks and only 200 miles on the odometer), it’s comfy, has nice features, Honda’s reputation, and is an incredible value.

Sneaky Pete > Stapleface 07/19/2016 at 14:10

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Came to post this.

dogisbadob > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:10

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we need a price range first

Turbineguy: Nom de Zoom > Stapleface 07/19/2016 at 14:11

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Seconded. You’ll get the unvarnished truth in owner forums, because everybody likes to bitch about something.

lone_liberal > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:12

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I think CR is a solid start. I’d throw in various reviews (if available) in the buff books/sites especially if they are of the comparison variety. She might also check Edmunds, truedelta, MSN, etc. An enthusiast would also usually check forums to see what the problem areas are for the car they are interested in but I don’t know if that would be applicable in her case.

Phyrxes once again has a wagon! > Under_Score 07/19/2016 at 14:16

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Per my wife, not CR as she was wonderin what else was our therevent that did not involve a subscription before she subscribed to CR.

Milky > Under_Score 07/19/2016 at 14:19

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Whats the point of buying a CR-v again?

PanchoVilleneuve ST > Under_Score 07/19/2016 at 14:21

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Because they are often kind of stupid. They said recent Fords were “unreliable” because they couldn’t figure out Sync.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:23

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Edmunds.

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > dogisbadob 07/19/2016 at 14:24

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To suggest a buyer’s resource?

Rusty Vandura - www.tinyurl.com/keepoppo > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:26

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www.edmunds.com

Future next gen S2000 owner > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:36

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A friend of the Mrs. is starting to look for a new ride and is wondering what not consumer reports resources she should use as she starts her search.

A few options, as this sentence confuses me.

I think you meant this:

A friend of the Mrs. is starting to look for a new ride and is wondering what, not consumer reports, resources she should use as she starts her search.

But even though they are slated towards enthusiasts, MotorTrend and Car&Driver , and Road & Track are solid places to start. They generally clearly state, in each article, that they more often than not choose an enthusiast orientated vehicle. Reading the article will point out the highlights and strengths of each vehicle. If they say it rolls and floats too much, she might find that quality beneficial.

Just because they cater to spirited driving doesn’t mean they aren’t good resources for non-enthusiasts.

Dash-doorhandle-6 cyl none the richer > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:37

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lemon-aid is the canadian answer, phil edmonston has been writing them for like 30 years, and in broad generalities speaks the truth. He’s a buddy of Ralph Nader so there’s that. He’s our polite canadian nader

Under_Score > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:38

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You can buy a Consumer Reports Annual Auto issue at Barnes and Noble. Those things are the best.

CRider > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:38

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IIHS to look at safety and repair costs and JD Power for reliability surveys. If looking at used cars, carcompliants.com lists owner reported problems.

CRider > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 14:40

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http://www.consumerreports.org/cars/best-cars…

You don’t need a subscription to see everything on CR.

Phyrxes once again has a wagon! > Future next gen S2000 owner 07/19/2016 at 14:41

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You are correct in your interpretation, auto correct and trying to compose on my phone led to bad phrasing.

bobbe17 > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 15:04

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Oppositelock is a good resource as long as she's looking at a Miata, something unreliable, or something impractical.

Racin'Jason001 > Phyrxes once again has a wagon! 07/19/2016 at 16:10

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For Cars, here and here . For Trucks here . Maybe even try K B B .