Any New or Used Car Wants?

"Wobbles the Mind" (wobblesthemind) 03/13/2019 at 16:33 • Filed to: Questions

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Like, for realzies would buy (did buy).

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:36

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I’ve got almost 1,200 cars currently saved on Cars.com so you tell me

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:36

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Going to check out an Electron Blue C5 Z06 this weekend, and  if VW ever stops being genuinely awful and just send me my offer and but the car back, plan on trying to strike a deal. 

Spaceball-Two > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:39

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In about a year I’ll want out of my F150 and I’m on the fence with a Gladiator or a Tundra. 

CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:39

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Cars I’m seriously considering right now:

New/lease return Crosstrek

New/lease return Wrangler

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 03/13/2019 at 16:42

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The best Corvette.

TysMagic > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:42

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I mean always, but I guess the strongest want currently: RR Classic
Wanted one for a long time and they’ve of course become “popular” in the right circles which means they’re appreciating out of what I’d really consider spending on one

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever 03/13/2019 at 16:43

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I feel like you'll get bored with a Crosstrek. And jeeps are dumb. You should get a defender.

KingT- 60% of the time, it works every time > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:43

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https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/756312668/overview/

About $5K more than my desired budget but still

Destroyer Gray is my absolute favorite though but this is $33.5 K and I would never buy any car at that price, especially used.

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/detail/765381031/overview/

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > AMGtech - now with more recalls! 03/13/2019 at 16:44

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Millennium Yellow is better, but the miles and mods are right on this one. Price, not so much, but after talking with them, they dropped that it had been around for a while and it’s not their typical car. 

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:44

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Right now its either a 7.3L Excursion or a 6 Speed Cayenne for used, 2020 Explorer or Ranger for new

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 03/13/2019 at 16:45

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damn and i thought i was bad

CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever > AMGtech - now with more recalls! 03/13/2019 at 16:45

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Hmm, defender might be outside the car allowance.

I like Jeeps personally... I think 4Runners are way too big. I want something 2 door and 4wd.

I would probably be bored in a Crosstrek, but for an adjusters car where I drive an equal mix of rural/urban, it seems like a good compromise . AWD for snow and dirt roads, android auto and backup camera for downtown Vancouver.

syaieya > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:45

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No joke my girlfriend wants to track down a Scion IQ. She hates long hoods and complicated dash layouts and wants something in a fun color. Also she hates the brake feel of a honda fit.

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > syaieya 03/13/2019 at 16:46

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and with a few panels you could turn it into an aston martin!

TysMagic > syaieya 03/13/2019 at 16:48

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make it an aston

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:48

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Today? GT4. What’s the best wholesale price you see? 

TysMagic > Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero 03/13/2019 at 16:49

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yessss, this

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 03/13/2019 at 16:49

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E92M3 > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:51

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Snuze: Needs another Swede > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:51

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Tired of Cruze and it’s headaches. I’ll be officially mid-30's this year, so I’ve decided that it’s high time I grow up and get a sensible mid-30's, N orthern V irginia, White collar appropriate car...

I’m looking for a used (2015ish, <50k ) BMW 335i, RWD, 6 speed manual. I don’t care about much beyond that. Though I’d prefer blue.  

Ssfancyfresh > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:51

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I have 2 kids. My wife wants 3 kids. My current daily is an Audi A4.

Realistically, the A4 is just fine (really, it’s ok, sure) and I could likely make it accommodate 3 kids under 5 years of age.

Things I think about

Jeep Grand Cherokee (had a Wk2, definitely would Wk2 again, buy, any 2015 and up )

Ford Escape (new, lease)

Toyota Rav4 (new, lease)

Honda CRV (New, lease)

Chevy Bolt (new, lease/buy )

Tesla 3 (new, buy/buy )

Porsche Cayenne GTS (early, buy )

Porsche Cayenne V6 (Later, buy )

BMW 7-series (F01, buy )

Audi Q5 (?)

Audi Q7 (?)

Dodge Charger 392 (?)

Dodge Challenger Hellcat Widebody (yeeah...no)

...Whatever F150 lease special falls in my lap...

I’m a mess.

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 03/13/2019 at 16:52

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I liked the Le Mans commemorative edition , the dark-ish blue with the silver/red stripes. Low key one of my all time favorites.

dogisbadob > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:53

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A Vibe GT/ Matrix XRS or a Mazda6 hatchback. At a distant third would be a 5th gen Camry SE manual, and I *might* consider a manual Astra with the big sunroof if I can get one at a decent price that’s not s ilver

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 16:53

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Is tired of Cruze problems, looks for BMW instead.....sounds about right.

BarryDanger > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:53

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Currently have many saved searches for:

‘14+ E350 wagon & the occasional TDI for DD duty

This beams swapped MR2

U ltimately, I’ve come to realize that I wont be replacing either of my cars for a while.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 16:53

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I prefer Electron, and no stripes. But funnily enough, my neighbor across the road had one of those for sale right before I got the GTI. Hindsight 

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero 03/13/2019 at 16:53

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Could you get a 6 speed in all Cayennes?  I thought it was only the base V6 or the GTS models.  

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero 03/13/2019 at 16:54

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TAE would hate you for the Excursion....guy hates very big Am erican things lol

WiscoProud > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:56

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I’m doing my eternal debate of trading in my truck for a newer 4x4 and a cheap fun car, or keep my paid-off land cruiser and get a newer sports sedan for commuting/fun.

For 4wd: Late year, 1st gen Titan Pro-4x, new Nissan Armada, LR4, 200 series cruiser, etc.

For Car: B8.5 Audi S4 manual or Alfa Guilia TI Sport.

I figure i could get into either for under $30k, although the 200 series would be tough. There’s actually a perfect 2015 S4 at a dealer by my house for $28k and a 2017 Alfa by my dad’s house for the same price. 

Jayhawk Jake > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:56

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Actively shopping for a BRZ. Might buy one this weekend 

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 16:57

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I’m first-car shopping so I’m looking at a 2013 Fit Sport MT , 2015 Accord Sport MT, a blue 2010s Mazda2 (blame E90M3 for that one), I guess a manual Civic too, a 2013 Ac ura TSX, AIM’s Volvo brick if he ever decides to sell it, and a bunch more.

Snuze: Needs another Swede > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 03/13/2019 at 16:58

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The irony isn’t lost on me.

Though if I’m being honest, it’s probably not going to happen. I wouldn’t be in a position to buy until end of the year at the earliest, and by then I’ll have probably changed my mind at least 5 times. That’s just what’s tickling my fancy at the moment.

Also, for what it’s worth, I don’t see the BMW being significantly worse than the Cruze.  And it will be fun (when it runs) so there’s that.  

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Jayhawk Jake 03/13/2019 at 16:59

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Beware the recall

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 03/13/2019 at 17:00

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Electron blue is also beautiful.

I also really love the notch-back Z06 roof line vs. the standard fastback look. If I were to ever get a C5 it would have to be a Z06.  

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:01

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Seems like the Cruze really lowered the bar for your automotive standards/expectations. At least with the BMW you can break down in comfort

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:03

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I actually prefer the hatch, but everything I've read says just get the Z06.

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Ssfancyfresh 03/13/2019 at 17:05

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Add a GMC Terrain or Arcadia to your list of family SUVs. I think they’re at least worth a look. We got a 2018 Terrain Denali and I love it.  

Snuze: Needs another Swede > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 03/13/2019 at 17:09

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At least with the BMW you can break down in comfort

That’s what I’m saying!

Believe it or not the Cruze raised my standards.  I previously owned a Cobalt.  

fintail > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:10

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I actually put in an inquiry about a used G550 for sale in an odd spec (Mauritius blue, night package, carbon fiber trim) . It sold hours before I made contact.

Spaceball-Two > Ssfancyfresh 03/13/2019 at 17:10

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I’ve got two kids and an F150. It works so good on so many levels.

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 03/13/2019 at 17:11

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Yeah, from what I understand it’s better everything - brakes, suspension, 30 to 50 more HP stock (depending on year) .

BeaterGT > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:12

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Also sported a carbon fiber hood and titanium exhaust.  Not bad for a Chevy from the early 2000s!

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:12

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You poor soul... you need to be saved , like now

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:12

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They’re cute minivans.

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 03/13/2019 at 17:13

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No disagreement here. 

BeaterGT > WiscoProud 03/13/2019 at 17:14

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B8.5 Audi S4 manual. I feel like this is the car I’ll always want and never pull the trigger on.  

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:14

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Dodge Charger 392.

Ford Transit Connect Passenger.

That’s about it.

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:14

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I’m avoiding the 2001, so 55. 

FSI > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:15

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Either a 2.0t FSI A3 or S3, both versions of my c urrent car but much more powerful. 

Snuze: Needs another Swede > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 03/13/2019 at 17:16

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Well, if you want to make a donation to help me get that BMW, that would be a good start, I think

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:16

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I’m going to keep saying it until the Soccer Mom stigma switches to it’s rightful place. That way maybe someone will make a decent, “fun” minivan again!

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies 03/13/2019 at 17:17

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Good call.  I hope the one you check out is nice and you can work out a deal on it!

Milky > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 03/13/2019 at 17:17

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FWIW new burbans are only 2 inches shorter, almost exactly the same in every other dimension.

Decay buys too many beaters > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:18

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Slightly tapped out after buying my RWD Camry.

But I’ll be buying an ADV bike in the next few months.

WiscoProud > BeaterGT 03/13/2019 at 17:18

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Its a great blend of sporty and business. Not to mention I’m a sucker for the supercharger and you can get it in a manual. There’s a 2010 on CL by my with 63k miles for $20k. Considering the driveline didn’t really change over the production period, that’s tempting.

For Sweden > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:19

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Hopefully one of my next cars is an EV. I'm done with commuting in anything less reliable

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:20

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all id want was the base V6 lol. i found one local for 9k with the base V6 and a 6Speed

Sampsonite24-Earth's Least Likeliest Hero > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 03/13/2019 at 17:20

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he can suck a tailpipe hahahahaha

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 03/13/2019 at 17:22

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Life goal: build the “Tsunami” (I made up the name).

I always thought GM really missed an opportunity with the Syclone and Typhoon by not making a Safari van variant since the Safari’s already had the same drivetrain (4.3L V6, AWD).  Just need to find one and lower it, turbo it, swap on Sy/Ty wheels, and maybe a tasteful body kit.  

Chariotoflove > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:23

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Like, for realzies would buy ( did buy ).

You’re not saying you just bought a CTS wagon, are you?

RamblinRover Luxury-Yacht > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:23

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Some are things I want as project cars. Things that I want to spend time on, but are a long way out due to presence of other projects. That would include a ‘48-’50 Packard, a ‘48 Hudson, a ‘42 DeSoto, a ‘50 Studebaker Business Coupe, a ‘70s Matra Rancho, and a ‘67 Rambler Marlin. All would likely require fabricating parts, unorthodox replacements, hard bodywork, and so on.

Then there are things that I would kind of want, but with a “running and in okay shape ” caveat. So, might be less far off, oddly enough. Things like a ‘67 Mercury Cougar, Nash Metropolitan, ‘73 Corvette...

BeaterGT > WiscoProud 03/13/2019 at 17:25

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Oh, I know. I keep an ever- watching eye on them. B7s too even if it is a maintenance nightmare... but   aren’t they all? I think I would need a warranty, where do you fall on that?

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:26

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Tsunami would be a great name for that. I could get on board with one of those, although my future likely holds a RWD converted 2nd gen Caravan/Voyager at some point.......

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 03/13/2019 at 17:27

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That would be fun.  Hemi?  Mid mounted?

Land_Yacht_225 > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:28

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1988-1994 Lincoln Town Car Cartier

1998-19 99 Cadillac DeVille D’Elegance WITH factory sunroof, CD, and some kind of roof treatment.

1994-96 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham in triple black.

1987-89 BMW 735i 5-speed

1996-98 BMW 740iL

...the usual...

Jordan and the Slowrunner, Boomer Intensifies > BeaterGT 03/13/2019 at 17:28

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This one is without the Titanium exhaust, but that just means I'm not the one to remove it. 

BaconSandwich is tasty. > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:31

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I've been thinking of upgrading to a first-gen Volt. I desperately want something that plugs in.

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:31

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Likely Hemi, Front mounted.

Although I know of an old 426 Hemi laying around that would be sweet....

WiscoProud > BeaterGT 03/13/2019 at 17:35

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I like the V8 cars, but for resale and reliability, i would aim for a RS4. They certainly cost more, but they don’t have the timing chain issues the regular ones did. They do have their own problems though. 

Montalvo > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 17:35

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I have been really tempted to pull the trigger on a new Camaro ZL1.

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:36

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“ Well, if you want to make a donation to help me get that BMW, that would be a good start, I think”

LOL first I need money and a car, period before I can help ya with that ol buddy ol pal

BeaterGT > WiscoProud 03/13/2019 at 17:40

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What about the B8 , you feel comfortable enough owning one of those out of warranty?

AMGtech - now with more recalls! > CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever 03/13/2019 at 17:44

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A defender 90 is selling for 20k US right now o n bring a trailer. About the same as a dumb Subaru. Obviously , now you have no excuses and m ust go buy one!

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 03/13/2019 at 17:46

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Sweet!

Although, I just thought of something, a re you familiar with “Hemi Under Glass?”

Ssfancyfresh > Spaceball-Two 03/13/2019 at 17:48

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Yes. I agree. Several coworkers got the $250/mo crew cab special and it’s hard to argue for anything else at that price point.

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/13/2019 at 17:49

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Yep.

Snuze: Needs another Swede > HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute 03/13/2019 at 17:50

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It was worth a shot...

And I forgot, you’re looking for your first ride. Pro tip... don’t get a Cobalt or Cruze.

Actually I really, really, really liked my Cruze when I first got it. It’s by far GM’s best modern compact car, and I think it compared well with  it’s contemporaries. But long term reliability has been... problematic. 

Snuze: Needs another Swede > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 03/13/2019 at 17:54

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I’m now imagining that, in a Gen 2 Cara van, and loving it!  But it needs the fake wood paneling on the side to be complete!

Kim Jong - Healthy > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 18:04

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i’m starting to set aside cash for a weekend car.

i’m torn between an e30 vert and e46 m3 vert. both are in abundance in AZ/CA area. the m3 verts are starting to get shockingly low with a couple in the high $9k range.  

promoted by the color red > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 18:07

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Integra GS-R sedan

Volvo 240 wagon parts car

90/100 -series Toyota Land Cruiser

Spaceball-Two > Ssfancyfresh 03/13/2019 at 18:24

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I have an XLT, it’s pretty base with no heated seats or sunroof, etc. but when it comes to hauling everyone around, camping, etc. it works better than my 4Runner. The mpg’s not so much.

Wobbles the Mind > Chariotoflove 03/13/2019 at 18:38

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No, I promise that if I cave in for another car then i t’s going to be a GranCabrio. At this point I’m too close   to veer off. Not quite ready though and they are only getting cheaper... they are only getting cheaper... they are only getting cheaper...

Chariotoflove > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 18:40

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I’m counting on you.

Wobbles the Mind > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 03/13/2019 at 18:56

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Honestly, I think the best thing to do would be to nab an M2 and switch to a GT4 later since (me speculating) they have another $20,000 to drop over the next 3-4 years before holding and appreciating back up to MSRP.

Wobbles the Mind > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness 03/13/2019 at 18:57

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T hat is an oddly satisfying two cars together!

Wobbles the Mind > BaconSandwich is tasty. 03/13/2019 at 19:02

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S ame, I think that the Cadillac ELR is only a year away from being easily grabbed for under $20,000 and I bet that the Volt will be  half of that if it isn't already.

BaconSandwich is tasty. > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 19:15

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I’ve seen a few fall below $10k, so you are about right.

Maxima Speed > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 19:27

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I want to get either a BRZ or an SW20 MR2. Haven't decided which and until I drive them both I won't have a clue which one.

BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind > CarsofFortLangley - Oppo Forever 03/13/2019 at 19:36

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Used LR4, bro. BE ONE OF US. 

BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 19:37

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Right now I’m deciding between a 15 S80, 16 S60 or V60 , and some version of a 535i or E350. I JUST DONT KNOW.

Supreme Chancellor and Glorious Leader SaveTheIntegras > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 20:18

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My TLX is only a few months old, so nothing for now

Captain of the Enterprise > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 20:20

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I want a 16-17 Mustang

I’d also like an aluminum F150

I’d also take a current gen ES350 F Sport or new Camry or Avalon as a daily driver.

Supercar wise I’d love a first gen R8. I’ve loved those since I say Iron Man when I was in middle school.

Depending on what the new Bronco looks like I’d take one of those too.

As for classics I like the Volvo Amazon a lot. Particularly the wagons.

I’d also take an M3 or an M5 if I didn’t have to pay for it or maintenance/repair.

I’m in college so none of this will happen anytime soon and I want to be a social worker so none of it is likely to happen later either. I’ll probably be running my $5000 2011 Camry into the ground and then some for the foreseeable future. 

BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind > sm70- why not Duesenberg? 03/13/2019 at 20:21

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The emails alone must be overwhelming 

Neil drives a beetle and a fancy beetle > Wobbles the Mind 03/13/2019 at 20:27

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A3 Quattro with sport package but I’m thinking my wife would want something bigger. 

sm70- why not Duesenberg? > BrianGriffin thinks “reliable” is just a state of mind 03/13/2019 at 21:13

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I  have made very sure that they are all turned off

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Wobbles the Mind 03/14/2019 at 06:52

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Won’t be for a while though, I enjoy my current stable too much.

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Snuze: Needs another Swede 03/14/2019 at 06:53

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Now you’re on the right track!

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > Wobbles the Mind 03/14/2019 at 08:52

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I mean, this is a good plan. No way I’m buying anything with only 2 seats for at least another 4 years, so...

DuckHunter71 > E92M3 03/14/2019 at 09:40

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We just bought a 2019 Pilot and love it. It definitely makes a Ridgeline look more appealing knowing that they are very similar underneath. 

DuckHunter71 > Wobbles the Mind 03/14/2019 at 09:51

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I’m about a year to 18 months from buying another ride. My wants currently range from a 2010-2013 Lexus GX460 (base model for simpler electronics, also 2014+ got the nasty predator face), 2006-2009 Toyota 4Runner V8, 2014-2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee EcoDiesel or 5.7 Hemi  if used.

I’d love a new Wrangler if I bought new, but I can’t bring myself to pay $50k+ for one.

We have a house to sell and another one to build before I upgrade from my 2004 Pathfinder (bought it last year with 108k miles from original owner), so the final cost on all of that will determine which route I go!