Why people don't like us

"CB" (jrcb)
05/17/2019 at 13:00 • Filed to: Being a mature adult is hard

TwinCB is looking for a car, and the first thing she links me is a 2015 Versa hatchback. Which, objectively, fine for her, because she doesn’t care in the slightest about cars (although she doesn’t want a Ford or VW [she’s the smart one]), and just needs something to get her from A to B . I gave her a list of models to look out for, a link to a review for the Versa, and some advice on car shopping, and that’s it. Because as much as I know that I could just spam her with Kijiji and Autotrader links, she knows what she wants more than me, and you know what? There’s nothing wrong with that.

DISCUSSION (22)

For Sweden > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:11

Because there is no good reason to buy a compact Nissan over a compact Toyota or Honda.

CB > For Sweden
05/17/2019 at 13:11

Both were models I mentioned, but once again, it’s her choice at the end of the day.

CalzoneGolem > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:13

W ait ... this sounds like reasons to like us?

I’d tell her to get a Prius because that’s what I tell everyone.

Chariotoflove > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:15

You can only help people when they ask for it.

And on the other end, you have to resist saying “I told you so” if they didn’t take your advice.

Chuckles > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:16

The Versa Note hatchback is a better car than the Versa sedan. I test drove a used one before I bought my Fiat. It was actually pretty good, but I passed on it because it had been in an accident and wasn't properly repaired.

Chariotoflove > For Sweden
05/17/2019 at 13:16

That sentence was six words longer than it needed to be.

For Sweden > Chariotoflove
05/17/2019 at 13:17

I get paid by the word.

412GTI > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:18

If she plans on keeping it for the long term, send her how much a CVT replacement cost.

I get it though, helping others car shop, even those close to us can be a fruitless effort.

Highlander-Datsuns are Forever > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:30

One of these two?

Kinja'd!!!

punkgoose17 > CB
05/17/2019 at 13:48

Seems adequate. I like the previous gen Versa more than this one also the Versa Note feels like driving a tiny minivan.

dogisbadob > CB
05/17/2019 at 14:06

What is she, American? Remind her that you guys get the Micra up there, which is 1000x more awesome.

And the Micra is $9999 brand new. Yup, under 10k in Canadian dollars! Down here, the cheapest car is 13k US!

I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker > For Sweden
05/17/2019 at 14:06

I mean, the only reason that will matter end of the day is “do I want this?” It’s the same reason I drive 23 year old shitboxes when I could reasonably afford a ten year old non-shitbox. I like what I like, same as she likes what she likes, enthusiast beating disregarded.

gettingoldercarguy > CB
05/17/2019 at 14:22

Kia

HondoyotaE38: A Japanese and German Collab...wait a minute > dogisbadob
05/17/2019 at 14:24

until you see how low cars can sell for with dealer incentives and negotiating here in the US

Jarrett - [BRZ Boi] > CB
05/17/2019 at 14:59

I would definitely have recommended some decent alternatives. There are few cars that I would actively steer a non-car person away from, but this is one of them.

You are a bigger adult than me :)

RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars > I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker
05/17/2019 at 15:11

“ I mean, the only reason that will matter end of the day is “do I want this?” It’s the same reason I drive 23 year old shitboxes when I could reasonably afford a ten year old non-shitbox.”

This is the type of reasoning I use for my 2009 Accent. Everybody asks me ‘why...’, but I like my basic, no-frills car with no options thank you very much. I even like the styling of it, and I am happy with the plasticky interior. :)

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > For Sweden
05/17/2019 at 15:31

No Honda/Toyota tax seems a great reason.

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker
05/17/2019 at 15:32

THIS!

Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness > Chariotoflove
05/17/2019 at 15:32

You have to resist?

Since when?

Chariotoflove > Long_Voyager, Now With More Caravanny Goodness
05/17/2019 at 16:00

Well I guess you don’t have too. If you piss them off, maybe they won’t come to you for advice again. That’s a win in its own way.

I like cars: Jim Spanfeller is one ugly motherfucker > RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
05/17/2019 at 17:41

I got into an argument with a friend because I was frustrated with something on my Jetta. She asked why I didn’t just buy a normal car. I said “I like these! They’re cheap and easy to work on!” and she just did not get it. Oh well. More Mk3 for me I guess.

Under_Score > CB
05/17/2019 at 19:42

The hatch is probably the same , but the sedan is ideal basic transportation: big backseat, big trunk, good fuel economy, and a touchscreen with a backup camera and Bluetooth audio. Subprime or not, you can get fantastic deals on them new and used.

“Enthusiasts” online might mock her for it, but the Versa is a great choice for reliable, cheap, and new transportation. “The Fit...” There’s a huge difference in used pricing between a used Fit LX and a used Versa Note SV. The $3,000 she could save could go towards rent, buying a house, her future kids, etc.