10K SUV Challenge

"HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles" (hondasfordsvolvo)
03/10/2016 at 13:05 • Filed to: None

So you need a 4x4, or AWD, some ground clearance, and space for people and kids, but you budget limits you to about 10,000 dollars. What do you buy?

The first, and least off road ready contender is a 2008 Saab 97x. The Saab has the lowest mileage of the group of 90k miles.

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The second choice, has the only V8, and thus highest tow rating, however it also has the highest mileage at 150,000 miles.

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Last the only option with a third pedal, and the funkiest styling.

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And something for those who bleed red, white, and blue.

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DISCUSSION (43)

Wobbles the Mind > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:12

Early FX35/45 without hesitation. I still want one.

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:12

For those who bleed Mercury:

http://www.suburbanchryslerdodgejeepramofgardencity.com/used/Mercury/2…

V8 AWD 3 rows nav screen and under 90k miles - 9 grand

dogisbadob > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:12

I like Toyota, so my choice would be the 4runner. Toyota makes the best cars and trucks.

There’s also the Matrix AWD :)

OPPOsaurus WRX > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:13

I know where you can find a nice Allroad

not for canada - australian in disguise > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:14

Because it’s like one of those old body-on-frame station wagons, only on stilts and with 4 wheel drive.

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And those seats are ridiculously comfy.

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HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner
03/10/2016 at 13:14

it’d bet it’s got 170,000+ miles

Smallbear wants a modern Syclone, local Maple Leafs spammer > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:15

Saab

Shane MacGowan's Teeth > dogisbadob
03/10/2016 at 13:15

As a diehard Jeeper- this person is right. A good used 4Runner is the best for this set of requirements.

Luc - The Acadian Oppo > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:18

Third gen Toyota Rav4 V6 with low (less than 50,000) miles.

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I would NEVER spend 10K on something with over 100,000 miles. Even if if the vehicle is still good it sure as hell not 10K good.

When you can buy a 10,000 mile 2014 midsize sedan for 12K it just seems ludicrous to spend 10k on an 10 year old 100,000+ mile SUV.

Obviously practical thinking has taken over at my age. 10 years ago I would’ve bought a 200,000 mile hummer H2

BorkBorkBjork > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:24

Not even a question

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interstate366, now In The Industry > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:24

A bit high but you could probably talk them down to $10k.

http://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/cto/548302…

DirtyBird > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:26

why not a station wagon.. a K5 blazer would be perfect

Nibby > not for canada - australian in disguise
03/10/2016 at 13:29

Can confirm. Sitting in one of those seats right now.

CalzoneGolem > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:30

If Behind the Burner has taught me anything its that I should buy a 4Runner.

OPPOsaurus WRX > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:34

175k +/-

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:37

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$$ 9,000 Final Price

Silver Birch Exterior Color

Charcoal Black Interior Color

Model Code: U48

Stock #: B3444

VIN: 4M2EU48836UJ12086

Mileage: 89432

As you can see, like I SAID it’s under 90k miles at 89,432. You also could have just clicked the link.

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > OPPOsaurus WRX
03/10/2016 at 13:38

Like I just replied to HondasFordsVolvos, it has 89,432 miles.

Like I said in the first post- under 90 and you both could have easily clicked the link i provided to see that.

Liam Farrell > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:39

I have some experience in this field. Got a 2006 Saab 97x with 67,000 miles for 8,000 and a 2005 Ford Expedition with 97,000 miles for 10,000.

The Saab is an absolute piece of shit. The seats have no support, power is nonexistent, gas mileage is abysmal at 16mpg, suspension is super bouncy, and the air compressor is the most annoying thing on earth.

The Expedition on the other hand has performed better than expected and the only problem we’ve had is a bad coil pack. It is a total bomber. We regularly go driving on the beach and have only gotten stuck once.

I have ridden in the 4tunner a few times, it is pretty comfortable, but a little short on head room.

Kit 'Haddy' Iwamatsu > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 13:39

Trailblazer EXT 4x4.

http://semo.craigslist.org/cto/5475179480…

They run 5-8k, are 4x4, AWD, or 2wd, use super commonly available parts, and are pretty stout except for the (relatively) cheap transmission.

Pick up one for 5k, get a built trans installed, new struts/shocks+springs, brake job with performance brake parts, and decent grippy tires. total of around 8-9k spent, depending on how much work you do yourself.

You have a 7 passenger SUV with a 275HP engine, fresh suspension, and a SERIOUS towing capacity for its size (5-7k, depending on gearing and outfitting. Yes, the same as or MORE than the Tahoe, depending on options.) it is also capable of decent fuel economy, and parts/service are cheap (it’s just a GM!)

OPPOsaurus WRX > MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner
03/10/2016 at 13:40

for some reason when I saw that I thought it was a reply to my comment about the Allroad. I dunno how that happened

MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner > OPPOsaurus WRX
03/10/2016 at 13:42

oh I wonder if his got bumped to mine too - weird

WK2 > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 14:12

2005 Touareg V8

I’ve always been a fan of the first gen Touaregs. This one has 73,154 on the clock and comes in at a whopping $6 under budget. Unfortunately it is an 11 year old Volkswagen, so you’ll need to save all of your remaining $6 to put towards inevitable repairs. That being said, it’s an SUV that’s not ubiquitous like the majority of the other options in this price range.

https://www.cars.com/vehicledetail/…

64C10 > BorkBorkBjork
03/10/2016 at 14:23

AND it's a Quadrasteer!

G_Body_Man: Sponsored by the number 3 > not for canada - australian in disguise
03/10/2016 at 14:27

I second this, but I’d pick a GMT400 Tahoe - less rear overhang.

Danger > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 14:36

Used 4th Gen 4Runner. Body on frame, 4x4, seats 5 adults, tows well, V6 or V8. Not the only choice, but a solid choice.

Jakub Fidler > Luc - The Acadian Oppo
03/10/2016 at 15:11

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That picture you have is of the 4th gen, which they never made with a V6. This is the 3rd gen, with the full size spare on the rear.

BorkBorkBjork > 64C10
03/10/2016 at 15:11

Damn straight. Quadrasteer was the most amazing thing ever, that ‘burban can park like a Smart Car.

Luc - The Acadian Oppo > Jakub Fidler
03/10/2016 at 15:28

Sorry that is definitely the one I meant I just grabbed the wrong picture.

Flyboy is FAA certified insane > HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles
03/10/2016 at 18:09

Dodge Magnum R/T AWD

MUSASHI66 > WK2
03/10/2016 at 21:05

Dude, don’t, just don’t. I had a 2004 Touareg with the V6 - traded it the day warranty expired. I was at the dealership all the time. They would never give me a good rental - just enterprise voucher, so I drove shitty cheap compacts all the time.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Liam Farrell
03/10/2016 at 22:43

That’s too bad that the Saab sucks. Not surprising tho. I’ve driven Trail Blazers, and Envoys and i wasn’t trilled with either.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > MontegoMan562 is a Capri RS Owner
03/10/2016 at 22:46

I checked the link, but I missed where the mileage was listed. It really is crazy that it’s that cheap with such competitively low mileage.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > Flyboy is FAA certified insane
03/10/2016 at 22:50

ground clearance. Not at all necessary for most drivers, but vital to some.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > interstate366, now In The Industry
03/10/2016 at 22:51

That is a killer price for a Land Cruiser that doesn’t have 180,000 miles.

HFV has no HFV. But somehow has 2 motorcycles > DirtyBird
03/10/2016 at 22:57

The two things you suggested are like polar opposites.