"fhrblig" (fhrblig)
10/18/2020 at 17:20 • Filed to: None
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"fhrblig" (fhrblig)
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So, I keep running into this red Venue with a 5-speed.
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I don’t know why, but this thing keeps grabbing my attention. My husband really wants one, but he wants a gray one that’s completely loaded and with the CVT. As for me, while I don’t need a new vehicle, I could get this with a smaller payment. There is something about the Venue that just rings true with me.
What should I do?
dogisbadob
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 17:34 |
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I think it’s cool
Yeah it’s cool you can get a new crossover thing with manual yeah!
And every car now is fully loaded, unless you want a sunroof, but Webasto can help you out with that
onlytwowheels
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 17:36 |
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Price seems good. Manual trans is a plus, except at resale and /or trade in. Ten year warrant y, good fuel economy and decent amount of space. Buy it if you like it.
atfsgeoff
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 17:38 |
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That Venue is, in fact, a 6-speed manual.
Honestly, for $14k, you can’t go wrong. It’d be a fun yet highly usable daily.
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fhrblig
> dogisbadob
10/18/2020 at 17:39 |
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I’d love a sunroof, but that means a CVT with a Venue. I know my husband liked the one he drove, but I never got a chance to drive it.
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fhrblig
> atfsgeoff
10/18/2020 at 17:41 |
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LOL, typo.
My favorite body style is 5-door, and this is one. I don't have anything against my truck, but it is old. Having something with a warranty is appealing in my old age.
RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 17:49 |
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The Venue is Hyundai Accent-based, so it’s basically a tall Accent. I like Accents, and am very upset they’ve killed it in Canada with the Venue as the replacement...but...as it’s Accent-based....I guess it wouldn’t be much different.
It’s one of the few small CUVs I actually like, and the fact that it comes with a manual still as an option is a big plus to me. The styling isn’t bad to my eyes either! :)
Nauraushaun
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 17:53 |
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Getting a sunroof means you also must get a CVT!? What kind of hell world is this?!
It’s like saying you can have ice cream or chocolate topping but not both.
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dogisbadob
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 18:06 |
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That’s what Webasto is for :o)
Buy the manual Venue then get an aftermarket sunroof. The dealer probably knows someone that in
stalls them, and they can even make the arrangements with the installer.
Taylor Martin
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 18:14 |
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Dude, a newer model year car for used car price? A fun manual? A big trunk? A nice color? I’d do it. It’s no sportscar, nor is it 4WD/AWD (which may be the big turnoff), but if you’re just looking for an A to B car with decent gas mileage for a car of it s size and modern features, I see no faults with this option.
smobgirl
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 18:21 |
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Drove an auto a couple weeks ago back to back with a Kona and I thought the Venue was more fun. A manual should theoretically be a good choice!
CB
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 18:26 |
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Don’t buy it if it’s not for you. Get your husband to test drive it?
Khalbali
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 18:35 |
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I actually really wanted one but never got to drive, a new car (even a venue) was just too far of a stretch for me. But my wife's kia rio has been great, I'm a Hyundai/genesis/kia/Mazda guy for sure.
Manwich - now Keto-Friendly
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 19:03 |
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Clearly you need to buy it.
Beefchips
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 19:11 |
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14k for any new car is a screaming deal. Love the red too!
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fhrblig
> Nauraushaun
10/18/2020 at 19:14 |
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It bugs me so much. The only option I ever want is a sunroof, and you always have to go through hoops for them.
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fhrblig
> RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
10/18/2020 at 19:14 |
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I really want to drive it. If it’s halfway decent off the line, I think I would pull the trigger.
Who is the Leader - 404 / Blog No Longer Available
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 19:30 |
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They're such a good deal brand new I se no reason not to.
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RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 19:40 |
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I’ll be interested to hear your take if you at least go check it out and take it for a spin!
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Nauraushaun
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 20:06 |
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I totally get it. There seems to be a perception that nobody would want the sportier/faster/lighter option coupled with a sunroof. I say the opposite - those options are made for fun, a sunroof is too. If you think you’re measuring splits on public roads and need to save that extra 10kg, you’re kidding yourself. Particularly in a Venue!
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fhrblig
> smobgirl
10/18/2020 at 20:20 |
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My husband drove them both. He really didn't like the Kona. I admit I was a bit surprised about that.
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fhrblig
> CB
10/18/2020 at 20:21 |
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He won’t want a manual.
I don't know why, I just keep finding myself drawn to it. I really like the styling.
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fhrblig
> RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
10/18/2020 at 20:22 |
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I’m really tempted to. I’ll let you know, but it won’t be before Tuesday.
nermal
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 20:50 |
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Have you considered spending twice as much and getting a new GTI?
cberg
> fhrblig
10/18/2020 at 21:16 |
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FWIW a manual GDI is probably ten times more reliable than the CVT at this price point.
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fhrblig
> nermal
10/18/2020 at 21:30 |
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No, but I have considered spending 3 times as much on a V8 4x4 truck I don't need. Does that count?
pip bip - choose Corrour
> fhrblig
10/19/2020 at 04:55 |
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buy it
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RallyDarkstrike - Fan of 2-cyl FIATs, Eastern Bloc & Kei cars
> fhrblig
10/19/2020 at 15:14 |
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Keep us apprised! :D
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fhrblig
> pip bip - choose Corrour
10/19/2020 at 15:20 |
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The biggest thing I’m afraid of is that it’ll be like the Cube was. That car was completely devoid of personality and I didn’t notice it right away. This Venue has similar horsepower numbers.
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nermal
> fhrblig
10/19/2020 at 18:09 |
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Seems reasonable!