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MEMBERS DISCUSSION AREA => General Discussion => Topic started by: Matt on July 02, 2013, 03:25:42 PM
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Serious recommendations or cars to stay away from.
I know ones without payments are best, but I am going to trade in the Commander for something less deadly.
Looking for a 4 door sedan with decent mileage lots of space and very reliable.
Been looking at Kia Optimas and Honda Accords. Any other suggestions?
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2wd JK 4 door. Just throwing it out there. Not 4wd so you would not wheel it and would not dump $ into it. I would totally minivan one of those. Tahoes are awesome. 2000 model year and up. They got the vortec 5.3 which is a great engine. Or go with an older suburban. Can't ever go wrong with those. 96-99 had good engines and transmissions. Vortec as well. But I am an old school guy, anything new to me is a piece of junk and overpriced. Plus it all looks the same, and who wants to drive something that looks like everything else on the road?
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Plus it all looks the same, and who wants to drive something that looks like everything else on the road?
My wife //LMAO//
But seriously, if I making the trade I want something real reliable, something not from the states //:hlp//
I would like to double the gas mileage of the commander which is about 14.5 HWY
Something that does not randomly shut off going down the interstate.
I would consider a JKU 4x4 if priced right, if I bought a 2wd I would be looking for an axle and TC right away //;D//
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There are quite a few new Kia's in the parking lot here... and they look very nice.
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We just bought a '08 Kia Sprint5. Compact SUV with 40mpg highway. Quite peppy as well.
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Volkswagen tdi jetta or tdi passat or tdi beetle, 2005 model and up.
45 mpg and higher. Keep the service up on them and they last a very long time.
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I love honda/acura, nissan/infiniti, and toyota/lexus. My last ride before the jeep was a G35 and was a fun car.
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My wife has the 2013 Hyundai Sonata turbo 4 cylinder. She drives 120 miles a day and has somewhere in the neighborhood of 25k i think. I have only changed the oil and air filter. It has no other problems and comes with a factory warranty of 100k. I think she got it for 27K new with nav, sun roof, and whatever else stuff she wanted.
I have driven it a few times and it's a great car. I can get the front tires to spin a little with that turbo. Runs on regular gas and I think the highway mileage is low 30.
Something to look into.
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Toyota FTW! I had a Suburban way back when (1999) I got a 2003 4Runner (2wd) and that thing is SOLID as a ROCK and not a chevy rock I'm talking a real rock! My DD is a company car, Toyota Prius. Yea, go ahead and laugh.. 45 mpg with my foot plowed into it all day. The car is very peppy, roomy and extremely reliable. This is my 3rd Prius as a company car, having totaled 1, sold the 2nd to my uncle and plan to buy out the one I'm in when it's time. I am partial to Toyota (my parent company) but you can't go wrong with Honda, Kia, Hyundai and Nissan.
Stay away from Mitsubishi (quality) & Subaru (repair cost).
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I will not own another foreign car... even if it is made in the states. And I don't do Fords either. American all the way, regardless if it has some foreign parts in it or not. Chevy, GMC or Cummins... But I am broke so probably going to have what I got for the next 20 years //;D//
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I will give up some MPGs for some lux and space. So I would like a midsize or fullsize car. Going from an SUV to a car is going to be a hard transition with 2 kids. Wife is the primary driver, I will only be driving it on trips and hopefully not even then //;D//
2011+ KIA Optima is at the top of my list. My wife on the other hand is leaning more towards a Honda Accord.
Leather is a must, big trunk, decent leg room in the back would be good too.
Looked at a 2013 Jetta, but it was not real roomy.
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Im with AJ. Toyota. 4Runners are great my Dad had a 98 he drove for 250K never had any issues out if. Drove that until he traded it in for his 2011 he got about three years ago. More room then the commander, I'm pretty sure they get better MPG but that I don't know for sure.
I do like those new Kia's though. Look sharp and I hear good things.
Test drive a lot. Isn't that the best part of finding new cars anyways
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Matt, you both will regret getting a car. We outgrew my wifes old sentra with one kiddo. Do not get a car!
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Matt, you both will regret getting a car. We outgrew my wifes old sentra with one kiddo. Do not get a car!
We bought a minivan (gasp!) and have liked it more that we ever thought we would. Tons of room... Sliding doors make it easy for kids to climb in and to buckle them...
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I enjoy driving my parents Lincoln LS alot. I think we are done with kids so a larger car sounds great. Aleigha is getting big enough that she can get in and out on here own. Gavin will be there soon.
We both love the Commander but it has one major flaw from the factory that no one can pin point and its getting worse. Cuts off randomly all the time lately. It has plenty of power and room and rides so smooth. 15mpg & seats 7. I dont want to end up in another vehicle that is plagued with a problem like that.
I hear you on driving, we will be trying alot of stuff.
Never will I be driving a minivan //LMAO// I will buy an excursion before I ever do that.
Anybody seen any JKUs under 20k that are 4x4?
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If SUV's are an option, we love our new pilot. With #4 on the way, we didn't have as many options. We really wanted something that fit us all + luggage. The ride is extremely comfortable and it has all the bells and whistles. Our favorite might be that we can run the rear dvd player with wireless headphones and listen to whatever we want up front. I didnt suggest it earlier bc I thought you were set on a sedan.
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Cant beat a van for mileage and storage capacity
I love my moms Flex for ride and comfort and seating and storage.
Lots of good suv choices. Find one with the rear seat that goes flat like the Flex. Then u always have the capability with you and not in the garage taking up space.
And center row seats that recline even if a bench. Kids sleep a lof better reclined.
I want suburban size and 25 mpg +. If u find it let me know.
A jku sets up your hard core wheeling rig for 2020 lol.
Yes they are findable under 20k for sure. I paid just a little over that for our 09 jku rubi with 66k but I looked 9 months.
Sent off camber
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Your mom can flex?
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Cant beat a van for mileage and storage capacity
I love my moms Flex for ride and comfort and seating and storage.
Lots of good suv choices. Find one with the rear seat that goes flat like the Flex. Then u always have the capability with you and not in the garage taking up space.
And center row seats that recline even if a bench. Kids sleep a lof better reclined.
I want suburban size and 25 mpg +. If u find it let me know.
A jku sets up your hard core wheeling rig for 2020 lol.
Yes they are findable under 20k for sure. I paid just a little over that for our 09 jku rubi with 66k but I looked 9 months.
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The sad part is your almost described our Commander. //LMAO//
I really wish this thing could be fixed and I would keep it. I will check out the Pilot for sure. Anything is up for grabs right now. I am trying to talk her into a crew cab truck. //letseat//
I still have the TJ so not looking for another hard core rig.
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I am trying to talk her into a crew cab truck. //letseat//
I pushed for a 7.3 liter excursion.....didnt come close to getting her to bite.
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I am trying to talk her into a crew cab truck. //letseat//
I pushed for a 7.3 liter excursion.....didnt come close to getting her to bite.
Been there done that. Too noisy. Wife hated it. I miss it..... bad.
Sent off camber
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My attention is on a new 2013 Fusion Ecoboost. Anybody have any experience with them?
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check out the Chevrolet Cruze turbo diesel...45 mpg
or the Cruze ECO...39 mpg
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check out the Chevrolet Cruze turbo diesel...45 mpg
or the Cruze ECO...39 mpg
Yea, but its a chevy //{;-(}//
On a side note. I have someone wanting to trade an LS1 swapped IS300 for the jeep. Not sure how I feel about that.
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check out the Chevrolet Cruze turbo diesel...45 mpg
or the Cruze ECO...39 mpg
Yea, but its a chevy //{;-(}//
On a side note. I have someone wanting to trade an LS1 swapped IS300 for the jeep. Not sure how I feel about that.
//pissonthat//
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I vote for a 2013 Accord, they finally fixed the body style, it gets great reviews from driving enthusiasts, I'm looking at getting a sport with the aero kit at the end of this year.
Or a 2 door JK....lol
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Or a 2 door JK....lol
//cheers2//
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Or a 2 door JK....lol
//cheers2//
How is that a good idea, with a 2 door jeep in the driveway. 4 door JK yes.
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Or a 2 door JK....lol
//cheers2//
How is that a good idea, with a 2 door jeep in the driveway. 4 door JK yes.
Well ya, my wife drives the 4 door. My other car is a 2 seater manual tacoma so I need something else for the kids, my wife can't drive the taco manual and I can't take both kids w/me.
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Or a 2 door JK....lol
//cheers2//
How is that a good idea, with a 2 door jeep in the driveway. 4 door JK yes.
For him...
You need a minivan //;D//
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Looks like a 2013 KIA Optima EX was the clear winner over other midsize cars in its class. Lots of cool features. Picking it up today, very impressed with how far KIA has came in the last 5 years. Cant beat the extras too, 2 Year Free Maintenance, 10/100k warranty, Falcon Season Tickets //cheers2//
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Great car. A few at my office.
How much are they now?
What % discount off of list?
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You decided to buy new vs. used?
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Yep went new. I wanted something problem free, that will last me a while. The car we got was 29,500 MSRP, I walked out at $26,7000 TTT. This is alot of car for the price. Fully loaded, only options its missing is the 2.0L turbo and 18" wheels.
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Congrats!
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Those are nice cars. Congrats!
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06 Commander for sale. First 8K gets it.
Forgot to trade that in....
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Some pictures to make this thread not worthless. The kids love the panoramic roof, I personally am digging the A/C seats. Now hopefully this will be as dependable as they say.
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Nice! Buddy at work has one, cooling seats ftw
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Very nice! What is the MPG's
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24/35 - 28 avg has an ECO button that keeps you from driving like a man.
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Some pictures to make this thread not worthless. The kids love the panoramic roof, I personally am digging the A/C seats. Now hopefully this will be as dependable as they say.
Can't hide money :)
Nice looking car.
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Some pictures to make this thread not worthless. The kids love the panoramic roof, I personally am digging the A/C seats. Now hopefully this will be as dependable as they say.
Can't hide money :)
Nice looking car.
That is the TRUTH!! //;D//
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Gubment chek //LMAO//
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//LMAO// //LMAO// //LMAO//
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Jessica makes good money!
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Half the jeeps on this forum cost more than this car. //::)//
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Looked good in the yard last night. Congrats. Technology now a days... ac seats //OLDSKOOL//
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Looked good in the yard last night. Congrats. Technology now a days... ac seats //OLDSKOOL//
Might have to figure something out for the jeep.
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Congratz on the new ride. Just thought I'd say, AC seats are awesome. //;D// My parents have some in their Grand Cherokee, they are fantastic on a hot day //SLAMIN//
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Looked good in the yard last night. Congrats. Technology now a days... ac seats //OLDSKOOL//
Might have to figure something out for the jeep.
Jeep ac seats would be AMAZING while trail riding. Wonder how hard it would be... or expensive to swap some ac seats out? AC compressor for seats use the ac under the hood? //popcorn//
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I am thinking, just take some defroster duct and tap into one of the vent lines, run it under the console, under the seat, and take a knife to the vinyl //popcorn//
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//LMAO// //budo//
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I am thinking, just take some defroster duct and tap into one of the vent lines, run it under the console, under the seat, and take a knife to the vinyl //popcorn//
I'm thinking he's got some redneck in him, and I like the way he thinks //SLAMIN//
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Nice ride, congrats!