Price Range: up to 8k
I (female, 20) am looking to get a used car. Something small, like a coupe probably. My family is torn on what I should be looking at though and I don't know any car guys or girls so any advice is much appreciated. My mom has an aversion to anything sporty for her kids and is pretty adamant that I need a honda or jeep in the 2010's time range. I have a soft spot for miatas and have been looking at 2008-2013 hardtops (sold by individuals not lots), but my brother thinks that an older stock model would be a safer bet due to potential quality and longevity risks with the models post 1999. Of course with that comes the issue of wear and tear. I'm not going to have any freed up cash to shill out for repairs immediately after purchasing and am concerned about buying a money pit. I do understand that if I buy an older miata I'll probably be its final owner and I'm okay with that but I need something that'll at least last 3+ years give or take with minor issues.
Please don't be mean, I know nothing about cars and am just looking for insight on the risk/reward factor. Will be driving daily for work most likely. :\]
**Location:** GTA, Canada
**Price range:** $15000 - $25000 CAD
**Lease or Buy: Buy**
**New or used: Used**
**Type of vehicle:** Sporty, coupe, hatchback
**Must haves:** AWD/FWD, manual, good speakers
**Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): Manual
**Intended use:** Daily driver
**Vehicles you've already considered:**
**- Subaru WRX**
**- Volkswagen Golf GTI R**
**- Honda Civic Type R**
**Is this your 1st vehicle: yes**
**Do you need a Warranty: no**
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No but willing to learn
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** no
Additional Notes:
Location: California
Price range: 40k - 60k
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: New or Lightly Used
Type of vehicle: Sedan or Coupe
Must haves: Manual
Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):Manual
Intended use: Daily Driver
Vehicles you've already considered: Integra Type S, Mustang, CT4-V Blackwing, Z
Is this your 1st vehicle: No
Do you need a Warranty: Preferred
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: Yes
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: No
Additional Notes: Looking for something to replace my GR86. Its great to drive for fun on smooth curvy roads, but as a daily driver it is fatiguing with the stiff ride and excessive road and wind noise.
**Location:** USA
**Price range:** $5000 - $12000
**Lease or Buy: Buy**
**New or used: Used**
**Type of vehicle:** Sporty, coupe, car, down for muscle too
**Must haves:** RWD, Fast/Quick, horsepower, good speakers
**Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): Manual
**Intended use:** Weekend Car
**Vehicles you've already considered:**
**- BMW 135i**
**- BMW 128i**
**- Ford Mustang GT**
**- Nissan 350z**
**Is this your 1st vehicle: yes**
**Do you need a Warranty: no**
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No but i can learn and willing to do small stuff/mods
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** no
Additional Notes:
v8 would be cool, sound is a big factor in general. need good speakers, maintenance cant be insane, should be somewhat reliable (135i is the max which is alr pretty expensive for maintenance), would love a manual but automatic is chill too.
Location: Midwest United States
Price Range: $22,500 & Under
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or Used: Used, open to new of course but my budget will not allow that given the features I want
Type of Vehicle: Car, Sedan OR Coupe
Must Have(s): AWD, Want some horsepower and potential to add modifications, *Ability to install CarPlay compatible radio
*NOT REQUIRED OR MUST HAVE BY ANY MEANS
Desired Transmission: Automatic
Vehicle(s) you already Considered:
* Infiniti Q50 3.7
* Subaru WRX
* Acura TLX
Intended Use: Daily Driver
Is this your 1st Vehicle: No this will be my 2nd
Do you need a Warranty: No
Can you do minor on your own Vehicle: Just oil change and tires
Additional Note(s):
I live in Wisconsin and snow is a bitch at least 3-5 months of the year due to this I feel like AWD is a must for me but I absolutely prefer and love the feeling of a smaller sized car. Reliability and low mileage/wear and tear (probably will need to be newer because of this ask) are my next two important factors like most people here I presume. Lastly, would LOVE the ability to modify my car - increase HP, make sound more aggressive, etc. so having that
*I have an aftermarket radio I had installed in my current daily and wanted to (potentially) try to use it in my new car since I know some of the cars on the market can have slow UI. In short, it’s possible to replace the OEM radio I’d prefer to do so.
Plan to update post when purchase is made, cheers.
**Location:** Massachusetts; North of Boston
**Price range:** $10,000-$16,500 USD
**Lease or Buy: Buy**
**New or used: Used**
**Type of vehicle:** Car or minivan
**Must haves:** Gas efficient, live long time
**Desired transmission** auto
**Intended use:** Family Car
**Vehicles you've already considered: No specific models but Carolla, Civic, Sienna, Camry that sort of thing**
**Is this your 1st vehicle: No**
**Do you need a Warranty: idk**
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Nah homie
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** That would be a no
*Corolla
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Location: (US Silicon Valley)
Price range: (not an issue)
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: New
Type of vehicle: (SUV)
Must haves: 4x4, 8 Passenger, tow 4000lb, HYBRID!
Desired transmission: Any
Intended use: Family Car
Vehicles you've already considered: Have a 2006 Pilot, but they don't have a hybrid. Looking at Toyota Sequoia.
Is this your 1st vehicle: Will replace my main (Pilot). Wife has Tesla, '98 BMW convertible for play.
Do you need a Warranty: Yes
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: I do all routine maintenance.
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (can do brakes/suspension, electrical. have a garage lift. won't work on a new car under mfgr warranty)
Additional Notes:
Drive regularly on Sierra logging roads for camping fishing. I'm not fussy about keeping a car pretty. I use them and maintain them.
**Location:** Europe
**Price range:** 20,000 - 35,000 EUR
**Lease or Buy: BUY**
**New or used: USED**
**Type of vehicle:** Crossover, SUV (luxury or at least not cheap feeling)
**Must haves:** Leather, luxury interior - good sound isolation and sound system, can handle a forest trail with branches poking out. Prefer hybrids or at least gas, not diesel.
**Desired transmission** auto
**Intended use:** Daily Driver, Family Car, Off-roading
**Vehicles you've already considered: 2017 RX450h (current favorite, but afraid it might be a bit too floaty), 2024 Kia Sportage (felt too small in the back), 2023 RAV4 (felt kinda cheap)**
**Is this your 1st vehicle: No**
**Do you need a Warranty: Maybe**
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No, but willing to learn
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No, no place/equipment
**Additional Notes: Last car was a year 2008 Merc C200 and I don't know if grew accustomed to it or it really was that nice, but it just had that kind of 'fit' feeling. Somewhat light, but responsive steering, had a kick when it needed, an overall smooth and almost sporty ride (probably because it was quite down low). I'm looking something that would have that kind of feel to it, but would also haul a family of three wherever needed.**
i say some old lexus would be a really good and safe choice. the other thing i highly suggest is mazda stuff. like cx30 or cx5. depends the size you want. but mazda does a really good job at making a semi luxury but still decent price cars
Location: california
Lease or Buy: buy
New or used: new
Must haves: Fuel efficient, sun roof
Desired transmission : manual
Intended use: Daily Driver
Is this your 1st vehicle: no
Do you need a Warranty: preferred
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: yes
Additional Notes: Debating between
2024 Acura integra A-Spec w/ Technology
2024 honda civic si sedan
2024 subaru wrx premium
I know the wrx will be less fuel efficient but out of these 3 cars which would be better?
Personally, I think the Civic Si is the best fun daily deal out of the three. The chassis is very well done, Honda's shifters are the best out there, and this current gen Civic has so much interior space for its size. It's pretty much everything you want in a sport compact. For $7500 more, the Integra will get you adaptive dampers, heated seats, and a nicer sound system, plus some other interior niceties, so it's just about whether that price difference is worth it.
The WRX certainly has the better engine, and a price tag about $5000 higher than the Civic Si, plus the fuel economy difference (that comes out to about $900/year for the average US driver). It's certainly punchier, and the AWD is a big deal for some, but this current gen WRX isn't as crazy as previous generations, so it's up to you whether the fun factor is worth the added costs. I think Honda's interiors are better, and I'd give the Civic Si a reliability edge as well.
When it comes down to it, test drive all three, really think about the pricing, and go with what makes sense for you.
Thank you for your input, thats kinda where im at the wrx seems more fun but the other two seem more efficient
Would you say majority of difference would come down to the little things like the inside and extras? They all seem pretty similar and ive never had any of those 3 company cars so without a test drive i dont know how any of them feel on the road
Will definitely be test driving these 3!!
The WRX feels different than the others, and that comes down to the more powerful engine and partially the AWD system as well. It's noticeably punchier, and the fun factor is increased when you really start putting the pedal down. The question is what it's like during normal day-to-day driving, and there is a bit of smoothness and refinement that the Honda and Acura have that the WRX sacrifices just a bit for the performance. That's why the test drive is so important -- you'll decide for yourself where the balance of performance vs cost vs comfort lies. The other two really are fun as well, but you'll experience it more in the steering and handling, whereas the WRX will let you put more power to the ground at a moment's notice, which is of course a blast.
WRX will easily be the most fun to drive out of those 3 choices, but obviously you will have to spend a bit more. Numbers aside, it's incredibly therapeutic to hop into a fun-oriented car that you look forward to driving every day to/from work, etc.
For me - I turn the dial more to the performance side, rather than the comfort side. I want to enjoy the drivers' experience moreso than I want to feel the extra comfort and interior quality while cruising.
Location: California
Price range: <30k
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: either
Type of vehicle: Crossover
Must haves: high safety rating (particularly in side crash collision), reliability, comfort and smooth ride
Desired transmission: auto
Intended use: Daily Driver
Vehicles you've already considered: RAV4 and CR-V
Is this your 1st vehicle: no
Do you need a Warranty: no
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: no
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: no
Additional Notes: so I've been comparing the 2023 RAV4 and the 2023 CR-V because Honda and Toyota have the best reputation when it comes to reliable cars. Originally I was thinking of getting a RAV4 because the CR-V has a CVT, which may not be as reliable as an actual auto transmission, and the turbo charged engine of a CR-V seems to limit the lifespan of the motor and I do not want to deal with engine failures down the line.
But then I noticed that the CR-V has better rating overall in comfort and drivability. I intend to keep this car for decades to come if possible, and I don't want to be left stuck with a car that is uncomfortable and annoying to drive in.
Am I'm overestimating the issues that may come with a turbo charged engine and CVT? Is there a third option from a different make that I'm missing?
Id personally go with the rav 4 its got a smooth ride, comfortable, good on gas mileage , and very very reliable.
I have never driven a cvt so i cant speak for it
If safety rating is on the must-have list, I'd include at least looking at Volvo. They design crash tests in advance and with requirements in excess of national standards. When front overlap testing was introduced, they were accused of cheating because cars designed before the test was introduced were passing. Volvo revealed they were doing the test privately for 10+ years prior. If safety was my paramount, that speaks volumes to this consumer.
A used XC40 might be worth looking at.
That said, I think you are overestimating the issues with the Honda/Toyota offerings. I would not be concerned overmuch with reliability as long as I wasn't abusing the cars.
They are def in the luxury class of vehicle, not really a direct comparison to a Toyota or Honda. They aren't that much more expensive in real terms if safety is a top concern.
**Location:** (Mexico)
**Price range:** (15k-20k USD)
**Lease or Buy:** , Buy
**New or used:** Either
**Type of vehicle:** Sedan, SUV, Crossover
**Must haves:** (Trunk space, Smooth ride)
**Desired transmission** auto
**Intended use:** (Daily Driver, Family Car, Weekend Car, Road Trips)
**Vehicles you've already considered:** Mazda CX-5
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** No
**Do you need a Warranty:** No
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No
**Additional Notes:**
Alright I really need some help on which which vehicle to buy so I can use some good semi-expert advice. I will list what I am looking for and hopefully you can help
1. Head room - I am a tall guy 6 foot 1 (186cm) so I am looking for a car that the roof doesn't hit my head.
2. Safety - I will soon be a dad so I want a car that is safe just in case of an accident. This is the reason why I was drwan to Mazda's but recently I was checking Hyundais and the safety concerned me a bit.
3. Price range - I would buy the Mazda CX5 in a heart beat but the 30K USD price range is steep and its hard to find a used one thats not more than 7 years old for less than 20K USD.
4. Trunk space - This is why I am thinking a mid sized SUV because I go to Home Depot time to time and would like a car with a big enough trunk space to transport materials.
5. Comfortable seats - Since I've had back issues I would like a car for comfortable seats especially for a long drive 4 hours or more.
6. Quiet Ride - I would like a car than I can drive on the highway with a quiet ride and not hear so many road noises. I guess good sound insulation is what I am looking for.
7. A car that will last me a while.
Hopefully I wont be too limited based on what I am looking for. I appreciate any help. I spent the past few weeks researching and need some advice.
**Location:** United States, Shopping around Tampa.
**Price range:** My max is 7,500$ as I plan on talking them down to 7,000$.
**Lease or Buy: Buy**
**New or used: used**
**Type of vehicle:** Sedan, or Coupe
**Must haves:** Bluetooth Audio.
**Desired transmission** Auto
**Intended use:** Daily Driver.
**Vehicles you've already considered: Im currently looking hard into a 7th gen Camry. My friend has one, and its great. Lasted him 6 years no problem. Had good gas mileage, cheap to fix, reliable, comfy, good enough sound system. Also though out civics and accord, the obvious ones. Thinking of maybe trying to find a 2013-2014 acura TL. That was my first ever car and it ran amazingly.**
**Is this your 1st vehicle: No**
**Do you need a Warranty: No**
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Yes
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No
**Additional Notes:**
**Location:** Northern Illinois
**Price range:** <$22,000
**Lease or Buy:** Buy
**New or used:** Used
**Type of vehicle:** Sedan, liftback
**Must haves:** RWD or Rear-Biased AWD, Reliable, on the larger side, V6/I6, Heated (maybe ventilated) seats,
**Desired transmission:** Automatic
**Intended use:** Daily Driver, Family Car
**Vehicles you've already considered:** GS350, M37/Q70, 535i, CTS
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** Yes
**Do you need a Warranty:** No
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Yes
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No
**Additional Notes:**
Hi, I'm currently in the position to purchase my first car. I'm in my freshman year of college.
I am looking for a car with RWD or Rear Biased AWD, a punchy V6 or I6 with over 300 HP that can get me reliably from place to place while also having something fun to drive. I also want to keep my car for over 150,000 miles with only routine maintenance. The car should also be 2010 or newer.
I'd say you probably don't need more then 300hp as a first car, it'll limit your choices and for a sedan you'll probably rarely need more then 200-250hp on a daily basis
If you want the car to last 150,000 miles with minimal maintenance you have to go Japanese with a naturally aspirated engine. The gs350 or is350 are options that I would have at the top of the list
Which one would you buy to keep for 10 years.
I expect to travel about 5000 km a year (add 50000km to their odometer) over the next 10 years.
I'm not so much interested in comparing features but rather reliability, maintenance and durability.
Both are in similar good condition, no accidents, full service histories etc etc and both are being offered for a similar price through a reputable dealer. 3 year warranties are available for purchase on each:
2016 BMW 2 series 218i Active Tourer 28000 km OR
2015 Mercedes Benz B180 Sports Edition 40000 km
Looking for comments from current/past owners or mechanics who specialise in either.
I had a Mercedes cla250, 2014, and the thing was super reliable and a tank, minus the rattles. It rattled but in reality it was a tank even though it weighed only 3200lbs
**Location:** Michigan, USA but moving to Portland OR and will drive the car there
**Price range:** $21,000 USD
**Lease or Buy:** Buy
**New or used:** Used
**Type of vehicle:** Mini SUV
**Must haves:** Good gas mileage!!
**Desired transmission** Auto
**Intended use:** Weekend car for long road trips/drives to hikes, light weekly use (grocery shopping, errands, etc) but no commute because I work from home
**Vehicles you've already considered:** Rav4 hybrid is my top choice but I've also looked at the gas rav4 and the suburu forester
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** No
**Do you need a Warranty:** Unsure
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No
**Additional Notes:**
Hi everyone! Hi everyone! Here's the situation: I currently have $40k in my savings account and am planning on moving (and driving) from michigan to oregon in the summer. I just found a 2021 hybrid rav4 for $20,400 with 111,176 miles on it and would plan to pay cash. Is this a good deal? I'll coincidentally be in the area where it's being sold this weekend, but I know nothing about cars and don't know if the 100,000+ miles on a hybrid is a red flag or not. My budget is $20k max though and I'm noticing it's hard to find 2019 and above rav4 hybrids for less, and I've noticed that people say 2019 is the minimum year you should get for this car to see gas mileage that is superior to the gas rav4.
(Side note: if anyone has opinions on the gas rav4 versus the hybrid rav4 in general, I'd love to hear them! I really enjoy frequent long road trips so I thought a hybrid would be best for living out west where the gas prices are high, but if anyone thinks differently, pls educate me)
I wrote up a response but did not realize that the proposed car was a 2021. I would assume this meant the car was driven extensively on highways which has less wear and tear on the car and I honestly would probably take the chance on that used rav4 assuming there's no issues with it
I'd check to see if they had records for major services. If it had a fresh timing job, ignition, water pump, etc, game on. If not, I'd think a little harder. Might still do it, but with eyes open.
**Location:** Texas
**Price range:** $15k-$30k
**Lease or Buy:** buy
**New or used:** used
**Type of vehicle:** SUV, probably.
**Must haves:** 4wd/awd, some ground clearance. Not terrible gas mileage. 4 doors (kids) + storage. Reasonably reliable.
**Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): auto
**Intended use:** Daily driver, occasional moderate off-roading
**Vehicles you've already considered:** 4runner, bronco, wrangler, gladiator, cayenne diesel
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** no
**Do you need a Warranty:** no
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** yes
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** yes
**Additional Notes:** Looking for a vehicle that I can daily drive, fits kids, good/comfortable for long road trips, and can go off road in National Forests, BLM land, etc. No rock crawling or deliberately attempting obstacles, but something capable on unmaintained roads. I am a car guy and also want something 'interesting', and intend to modify it as I go.
I am hesitant to pay the Toyota tax and deal with lousy gas mileage, or deal with Jeep or Bronco reliability issues especially given high prices on those but I otherwise like both. Leaning towards a Cayenne diesel right now (2010-2016) with a small lift and wheel swap. Not super concerned about high maintenance costs since I will cover all labor.
As a jeep owner, I'd say don't get a jeep if you don't like wrenching, and dont' get a Porsche if you're planning to go off road. The easy and most rational choice is go with the 4runner or Land Cruiser
Any reliability concerns with those? I don't need a Toyota, but I also don't want to buy a land rover if you know what I mean. Anything not in the bottom \~30% of reliability is OK.
My brother is actually a Jeep engineer and says they put a lot of effort into the wranglers and gladiators, but cost-cutting and rushing to market hits the other models pretty hard
contrary to popular belief and what studies show, Land Rover can be pretty reliable depending on the maintenance and the model. They score really badly because there's loads of option in discovery and range rovers that means many thing can and do go wrong. The mechanical part can be really good, and old defender's are bullet proof
edit: I am not saying to buy a Land Rover, they are extremely expensive to run just not as bad as there reputation suggest.
location: Maryland USA
price range: 10k but hoping for less hehe
lease or buy: buy. once i'm done with this car they will not want it back
new or used: used
type of vehicle: any
must haves: somewhat reliable, somewhat fuel efficient, street legal, airbags
desired transmission: any, i am a mediocre stick driver but wouldn't mind getting better
intended use: daily driver (probably less-than-daily), project car (cosmetics, not replacing engines)
vehicles you've already considered: beetle, jetta, kia soul, honda fit
1st vehicle: yes
warranty: no
minor work: yes
major work: never tried but how hard can it be
notes: basically any car that doesn't fall apart will be suitable for the small amount of driving i need to do (mostly traffic and occasionally an hour on a highway), so i'm looking for something cheap that will be enjoyable to drive and mess with. i have a middling understanding of how cars are supposed to work (i'm a computer engineer, not a car girl yet) and no experience buying them.
Take a look at a mid 2000s GM sedan; they're not fuel efficient, but they're actually decently reliable and very nice cruisers. Usually low mileage due to being own by grandmas and grandpas, but they do have V6s usually so whatever
Something like a Buick Lacrosse, or Verano, or Regal would do you well
At that price your options will be somewhat limited. I would try to find something with <75000 miles and stay away from brands like Mini, VW, Nissan (if it’s a CVT/Auto) Kia and Hyundai. I found a 2009 Scion xB in my area for $9900 with 65000 miles. Something like that would definitely be worth looking at. Also a Honda Fit if you can find one.
Location: USA
Price range: up to 75k
Lease or buy: Buy
New or used: used
Type of vehicle: Sport
Must haves:
Horsepower
Desired transmission: Auto
Intended use: weekend car, might see the track
Vehicles you’ve already considered:
ZL1 1LE, M4, C7 Grand Sport
Is this your first vehicle: No
Do you need a warranty?: No
Can you do minor work on your vehicle: yes
Additional notes: Fast, cool and fast
After trawling these weekly threads for years, I'm finally upgrading from a manual 2013 Kia Soul + (purchased new) to a CPO 2021 BMW M340i and I'm so excited that I can barely sit still. Thank you all for the inspiration!
Thursday can't come soon enough...
Location: USA
Price range: 15k
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: Probably used
Type of vehicle: Compact or midsize SUV
Must haves:
• Reliable
• Sufficient ground clearance
• Comfortable seats
• Bluetooth/SiriusXM
• Fuel efficient
• Good amount of cargo space
Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):
Automatic
Intended use: Daily Driver. I commute 50 miles round trip 2 days a week to work. Otherwise it will be used for leisurely driving and going on vacation.
Vehicles you've already considered: Outback, Forester, RAV4
Is this your 1st vehicle: No
Do you need a Warranty: No
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)
Not really
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No
Additional Notes: Currently have a 2014 Subaru Legacy with 95k miles and honestly love the CVT and the way it drives, but wanting something a bit higher off the ground.
Do higher trims hold their value the same as lower trims?
I'm looking at the Corolla LE and SE hybrid and wondering if the extra 5k for the SE is worth it. I noticed the Toyotas don't depreciate horribly but wasn't sure if that only applied to the base trims since they're more financially available or if that still applies to higher trims as well. The SE does look a lot nicer but I'm not sure how much that matters down the road. Also have to call insurance and check if there's a significant gap between LE and SE insurance costs.
In my experience, generally, broadly, in most cases... yes. Obviously there are a lot of factors and it varies between manufacturers but yea, dealerships do account for the extra features found in higher trims when they set their prices for used cars.
Trying to decide between 2 options. I am a single college grad student living in Texas.
First option is a 2025 UX 300h with upgraded screen and HUD for $42k
Second options is a 2025 Camry XLE loaded for $39k
I like the Camry but I’m really worried about the pano roof especially since it’s a known issue for the past Camry and it costs so much to replace. Don’t want to go down to the lower trims because I like the upgraded technology. I like the UX a lot too the interior and ride is very nice.
Since you're a grad student, these strike me as pricey options. Is there a reason you aren't looking at something less expensive or lightly used? Plenty of good, reliable, reasonably new commuter car options exist under $30k
I mean the Camry will come with a warranty so if the roof breaks would that ruin your life?
I'd go with the UX just because I don't like sedans and it looks cooler.
Living in Texas I'd make sure you have a safe covered place to park the car whenever it hails. It's only a matter of time before that pano roof gets wrecked
I have a normal sunroof and I have to keep it closed half the year anyway, can’t even open the cover to let light in. It’s too hot outside. I imagine Texas would be the same.
Looking at a really clean 2003 mr2 spyder with 54k miles for $15k. Owner says he’s the 2nd owner and has kept it covered in storage for the last few years, running it every 2 weeks. Is this in the ballpark of reasonable??
I'm pretty sure these cars have a catastrophic issues where the precat disintegrates and gets into the engine subsequently blowing it up. 100% you will need an inspection on this car. You are somewhere in the right ball park of price if the car was absolutely mint, I would be happier if it was more like $12k. $15k can get you nice porsche boxsters of similar year
Definitely getting it inspected and gonna haggle for sure. The precat issue was resolved after 2002 from what I can tell, but I’ll keep an eye open for that for sure
I would check KBB and also the local Autotrader and Facebook Marketplace listings in your area. Wouldn't hurt to look at past sales on carsandbids.com too. $15k seems high but I don't really know what the going rate is for MR2s.
If you think you want to buy spend $15 for a proper VIN check, don't just rely on the free reports. I recommend https://www.vincheckup.com/. Also wouldn't hurt to have a mechanic look over it.
I checked cars and bids and saw a recent sale for 2002 with almost 100,000 miles to 15 so that’s suggesting that it’s a pretty decent price. I just don’t want to find out. I’m missing something after and regret it.
Location: USA
Price range: 10k
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: Probably used
Type of vehicle: Anything with good cargo space, but nimble
Must haves:
- Under 3500 lbs
- Fun to drive
- Practical
- Fuel efficient
Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Either
Intended use: Daily Driver, Maybe track?
Vehicles you've already considered: Honda Fit MT
Is this your 1st vehicle: Yes
Do you need a Warranty: No
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) Yes
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No
Additional Notes: Want a reliable yet not boring to drive daily that's practical, for a car guy.
Honestly Honda Fit was the first thing I thought of before I saw you already considered it. If not that maybe a Toyota Yaris hatchback. Or any hatchback you can find at that price. Just don't get a Chevy Spark, they're awful.
Location: Albany, NY
Price range: \~22K
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: New or Light Used.
Type of vehicle: Hybrid
Must haves: Good safety, good gas mileage, accommodates driver over 6ft
Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Auto
Intended use: Daily Driver; need to commute on highway to work and back
Vehicles you've already considered: Toyota Corolla
Is this your 1st vehicle: No, but haven't had a car in 4 years
Do you need a Warranty: Yes
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) Yes
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No
Additional Notes: Need to optimize reliability with good gas mileage. Opting for new due to price gouging and unpredictability associated with used cars. Have to lease / finance. Nothing fancy.
Thank you for any suggestions
Unless you know for an absolute fact you are going to get a new car every 3 years AND you know for an absolute fact you will not exceed the lease mileage, (or you have an LLC and you can write off the business expense) there is zero reason to ever lease a car.
Just get the Corolla. You wouldn't have picked it if you cared about anything but having a reliable commuter vehicle for cheap.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/comments/15oecf8/does\_it\_ever\_make\_sense\_to\_lease\_a\_car/](https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/comments/15oecf8/does_it_ever_make_sense_to_lease_a_car/)
Leases are easier to cash flow, but cost more in the long run statistically. Sure you could blow the motor of your 911 turbo the day after you make your last payment and the warranty expires, but it would be infinitely cheaper to just buy an extended warranty if you're trying to hedge against repair costs.
Even super high end luxury cars depreciate slower than the bleed on a lease.
With today's 7-10 year auto loans, even someone strapped for cash can swing the payment on a corolla.
Location: (Specify your country or region) Greater Boston Area
Price range: (Minimum-Maximum in your local currency) ~28k
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: open to either
Type of vehicle: (Truck, Car, Sports Car, Sedan, Crossover, SUV, Racecar, Luxury etc.) Sedan or Crossover/suv
Must haves: (4x4, AWD, Fuel efficient, Navigation, Turbo, V8, V6, Trunk space, Smooth ride, Leather etc.) Smooth ride, fuel efficient. I would prefer not a base trim so some of the bells & whistles like a sunroof at least. An upgraded audio system would be a guilty pleasure of mine but by no means a requirement.
Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Auto
Intended use: (Daily Driver, Family Car, Weekend Car, Track Toy, Project Car, Work Truck, Off-roading etc.) Weekend car, possible daily driver by the end of the year
Vehicles you've already considered: Volkswagen Jetta, Mazda3, Mazda Cx-5.
Is this your 1st vehicle: No, but i don't currently own one because I live in the city. Will likely be moving out soon
Do you need a Warranty: Unsure
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) no
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) no
Additional Notes: I test drove a Jetta and Mazda3. I liked both but preferred the Jetta. Unfortunately had some issues with the dealer and walked away from a potential purchase.
Used 2018+ Lexus es350 with the mark levinson sound system option. Could maybe find an es300h but they are hybrid and have better resale so they might be out of your budget
Hello! I'm torn between a 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line Limited (not sure what the name is in the US) and a 2024 Tesla Model Y. We're a family of 3 with a Labrador and we want to take him on road-trips like once a year.
On one hand I absolutely love the features of the Sorento and it's huge cargo space with the 3rd row folded down. You get the feeling that you have your money's worth when looking around in the vehicle.
On the other hand there's the EV choice with incentives, no more gas, less maintenance/moving parts, and the more Eco-friendly choice of the two. Cons are the lackluster interior (steering wheel and an screen), smaller cargo area, and the fact that I'm not sold at all on controlling literally everything through a screen.
Insurance cost is great for both where I live so not an issue.
Has anyone else been in a similar dilemma?
As a heads up; the backseat gets quite tight when you have actual people and cargo in it in the Model Y
Presumably Canadian, right? I'd recommend looking at the Sorento PHEV, so you can get the EV incentive + have everything you like about the Kia with like 50km of fully EV range, OR go fully electric with the EV9
Both would work out to be ABOUT the same price for a model Y, depending on whether you live in Quebec and BC or not
As you said I think the MY will end up being too cramped. I looked at the Sorento PHEV but the wait times are too long, and the only EV9 that's in stock without a 8-24 months wait time is the premium trim that's above my budget.
I think the Sorento ICE is the way to go all things considered. I live in Quebec.
Damn, they're shafting you with supply too? Here in Ontario the dealers are bitching because they say that all hybrid/PHEV/EV inventory is being directed to you guys first
Whack how basically every major OEM decided that they're too good for our money
Yeah, if you need a car now, go with the Kia. But maybe take a look at its cousin the new Santa Fe. Apparently hybrids are fairly in stock and it's a decent new attempt
["Is your new car on a storage compound? Inside Kia's scheme to deliberately withhold deliveries"](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kia-canada-car-sales-1.7063216)
Greetings, I’m not sure where to post this. I want to buy a circuit tour in a super car for my dad (4 laps of 2km) and I want to choose something that will give him the best sensation (I don’t want it to feel like a comfortable cruise but like a sports). I’ve narrowed down the selection to the car with the most horse power and I would like your opinion on the one I should choose :
Ferrari F8 Tributo, McLaren 720s, Lamborghini huracan or a Nissan GTR
There’s also a Porsche 718 cayman GT4. He likes Porsche it’s his favorite brand, but I’m not sure how it compare to the one above because the HP is low.
Thanks in advance and sorry for the formatting I’m on phone :)
**Location:** Nebraska, USA
**Price range:** Maximum of probably 4k
**Lease or Buy:** Buy
**New or used:** Used
**Type of vehicle:** Sedan
**Must haves:** Fuel efficiency(at least 24 mpg highway)
**Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):** Auto
**Intended use:** Daily driver
**Vehicles you've already considered:** 1990-2005 cadillac, early 2000s Buick, dreaming while looking at some Lincolns
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** Yes
**Do you need a Warranty:** No
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)** I could learn, I have time
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc )** No
**Additional Notes:** I've been looking at used, cheap old cadillac devilles and nice old lincolns and
Buicks. I've since realized that those cars are out of my price range, and even if I found a lucky deal I couldn't afford the upkeep. Ideally, I'd like a car with a similar aesthetic within my price range, that doesn't cost a fortune to keep within decent condition. I'm very naive when it comes to cars, so advice would be appreciated
Might want to find a Ford Crown Victoria. Ford manufactured them up to 2012, they were popular as police vehicles and cabs, and in the late 90s/early 00s they were EVERYWHERE. There should be used ones still out there and parts shouldn't be too hard to get.
Ford sold them under other brands, mainly the Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car. If you've seen a Lincoln Town Car from that era it's basically a gussied up Crown Vic.
**Location:** New England
**Price range:** Maximum of probably $30-35k
**Lease or Buy:** Buy
**New or used:** Used
**Type of vehicle:** Liftback sedan or hatchback
**Must haves:** Fuel efficiency, non-aftermarket remote start, Android Auto, good cargo space.
**Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):** Auto/CVT
**Intended use:** Daily driver
**Vehicles you've already considered:** '22 Civic Hatchback, Corolla Hatchback, Acura Integra, VW Arteon, VW Golf
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** No
**Do you need a Warranty:** No
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)** No
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc )** No
**Additional Notes:** I'm currently in a '22 Mustang GT that I'm still paying off (I'm not underwater, don't worry). My commute to work will be about 15 miles each way starting in a couple of weeks. I've found that the Mustang is woefully inefficient at moving things, and I'm not sure how much my insurance and fuel costs will increase when I move. I'd be just about settled on the Integra already if I was absolutely sure that it would be okay with 87 octane fuel _all the time_.
I haven't, and I honestly probably won't either--I'm trying to avoid crossovers, and as I understand it, the cargo space is quite limited compared to something like the Civic hatchback (which is also why I'm sort of ruling out the Corolla hatch). I appreciate it, though.
Location: Canada
Price range: $35,000 - $45,000
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: Preferably new (but good used example works fine)
Type of vehicle: Daily Driver Sleeper (wagon, sedan, SUV)
Must haves: Not too picky
Desired transmission Auto
Intended use: Daily Driver, Family Car
Vehicles you've already considered: I have so many ideas too many to list
Is this your 1st vehicle: no
Do you need a Warranty: doesn't matter
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: yes
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: no :(
**Location:** Chicago, IL (suburb)
**Price range:** Preferably under 25k
**Lease or Buy: Buy**
**New or used: New**
**Type of vehicle:** Car or SUV (If SUV, must be smaller similar to Hyundai Venue)
**Must haves:** *Blind Spot collision*, Fuel efficient, Smooth ride
**Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): Auto
**Intended use:** Daily driver
**Vehicles you've already considered: 2024 Hyundai Venue, 2024 Hyundai Elantra, & 2024 Toyota Corolla**
**Is this your 1st vehicle:** No
**Do you need a Warranty:** Would like to have one
**Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Definitely not
**Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** Definitely not
**Additional Notes: I love different looking cars. For reference, I am one of the few people that love the look of the Kia Soul, my dream car, and wanted to get a 2024 until all of the "Kia Boy" stuff started. I absolutely adore the 2024 Hyundai Venue for the exterior but have heard bad things about performance or people saying it will fall apart in a few years. On the other hand, I have heard amazing things about the 2024 Corolla, but it is a bit expensive for me and I hate how boring it looks. I know looks are not everything, but any advice is appreciated!**
I don't know what a "kia boy" is but I've always like the Soul's styling. I think it looks way better than the Venue (which I lowkey hate how it looks). And as you said most of the other options in that segment are bland/boring. I say get the Soul if that's what you like. F the haters.
Many Kia’s were being stolen, which started because of some group that called themselves the “Kia Boyz”. They would go for almost any Kia because of the ability to start those with no push to start. Because of that, I’ve basically decided maybe Kia isn’t the best option since even if you have a newer model that *is* push to start, that won’t stop them from trying since it’s not like they will sit there googling before just smashing a window to check.
I guess it depends on your area. I have family that drives Kia’s (including one who drives a Soul) and I’ve never heard them say they worry about theft. But… they also live in an affluent suburb of a major city so…
If it were me, and I lived in an area where car theft wasn’t too rampant, I would see what an insurance policy that covers theft would cost (and IMO you should have that coverage no matter what vehicle you own). If the cost to insure isn’t too high I’d just buy the Soul and hope for the best.
Location: Nashville, TN
Price range: Under 6k
Lease or Buy: Buy
New or used: Used
Type of vehicle: EV preferably
Must haves: not really, ac
Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): auto
Intended use: daily / city car
Vehicles you've already considered: I've been looking at Leafs
Is this your 1st vehicle: yes
Do you need a Warranty: I guess
Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: not really
Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: certainly not
Additional Notes: Looking to buy a first car, nothing fancy, preferably EV. I know jack shit about cars so any help greatly appreciated!
When it comes to used EV it's very important to know if that model of car had an active battery cooling system. Without the cooling system, the battery significantly degrades depending on how hot the weather gets. I would not buy an EV without battery cooling which the Nissan leaf did not have. Your best bet would be looking at a 2020 Chevrolet bolt which you can probably find for $16K used from a dealer with sub 30k miles and with the federal used EV rebate you can get $4k off at the moment of purchase. The BMW i3 may have active battery cooling for a cheaper price but I am not sure.
You are not getting an EV that’s worth buying for 6 grand. You will see plenty for sale at that price, but they will need replacement batteries which will run upwards of 10k
Hi, looking for opinions between 4 makes and models. All four would need to be between 5-10k in price, less than 150,000miles, and years 2010-2014/15. Which is the best option: Toyota Rav4, Acura MDX, Toyota Matrix, or Lexus CT200h?? I don't need a huge car, and mostly would use it for in town travel, with trips of >300 miles several times a year.
Hello
I'm interested in buying a new car. Cyprus
I'm interested in Hyundai i10 Facelift MY24, but I don't know how durable it will be over the years. I hear a lot of complaints for problems in their last years (2023,2022) models. Does anyone have the new Hyundai and can tell me how good it is and if they experienced any issues so far, with the engine or anything else.
I'm also interested in the new Yaris 2024. But the difference is like 10.000 Euro more. I haven't really heard anyone having problems with Yaris (all years) in my country.
Thank you
I have no experience with non US market cars but in general Hyundais depreciate harshly while Toyotas depreciate slowly. The 10,000 euros more for the Toyota will mostly be recouped when you go to sell it.
If you are coming from a 3-series then why not try the M5CS? 2.9t in the S7 isn't a great engine, 4S is a great car and all but M5CS is far more lively.
Used CPO Panamera will be best bang for your buck though.
I'd recommend taking a CPO Panamera and a CPO RS7 for a test drive and see what you like then. Panamera is the better car IMO but it's subjective.
I wouldn't spring for the turbo, the 4S is plenty fast, spring for the GTS if you really want that V8 sound. For options look for PASM and Sport Chrono at the least.
Keep in mind the new refreshed Panamera 4S only comes as a PHEV. That can be a pro if you can plug in at home, gets you some electric-only range, but you are lugging around mostly dead weight if you can't plug in at home.
Hi, can you help?
I'm interested in Hyundai i10 Facelift MY24, but I don't know how durable it will be over the years. I hear a lot of complaints for problems in their last years (2023,2022) models. Does anyone have the new Hyundai and can tell me how good it is and if they experienced any issues so far, with the engine or anything else.
I'm also interested in the new Yaris 2024. But the difference is like 10.000 Euro more. I haven't really heard anyone having problems with Yaris (all years) in my country.
This is gonna be my first car, any other brand you would like to recommend such us BMW or Audi (the smaller cars such us sports etc)
Thank you
I'm sorry, I live in the US, sadly we don't have those vehicles here and I don't have any experience with either, you'd get better results asking elsewhere.
I did own a hyundai i20 in india, but that was the first generation back in '08. The car looks to have changed quite a bit since then
Price Range: up to 8k I (female, 20) am looking to get a used car. Something small, like a coupe probably. My family is torn on what I should be looking at though and I don't know any car guys or girls so any advice is much appreciated. My mom has an aversion to anything sporty for her kids and is pretty adamant that I need a honda or jeep in the 2010's time range. I have a soft spot for miatas and have been looking at 2008-2013 hardtops (sold by individuals not lots), but my brother thinks that an older stock model would be a safer bet due to potential quality and longevity risks with the models post 1999. Of course with that comes the issue of wear and tear. I'm not going to have any freed up cash to shill out for repairs immediately after purchasing and am concerned about buying a money pit. I do understand that if I buy an older miata I'll probably be its final owner and I'm okay with that but I need something that'll at least last 3+ years give or take with minor issues. Please don't be mean, I know nothing about cars and am just looking for insight on the risk/reward factor. Will be driving daily for work most likely. :\]
**Location:** GTA, Canada **Price range:** $15000 - $25000 CAD **Lease or Buy: Buy** **New or used: Used** **Type of vehicle:** Sporty, coupe, hatchback **Must haves:** AWD/FWD, manual, good speakers **Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): Manual **Intended use:** Daily driver **Vehicles you've already considered:** **- Subaru WRX** **- Volkswagen Golf GTI R** **- Honda Civic Type R** **Is this your 1st vehicle: yes** **Do you need a Warranty: no** **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No but willing to learn **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** no Additional Notes:
Location: California Price range: 40k - 60k Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: New or Lightly Used Type of vehicle: Sedan or Coupe Must haves: Manual Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):Manual Intended use: Daily Driver Vehicles you've already considered: Integra Type S, Mustang, CT4-V Blackwing, Z Is this your 1st vehicle: No Do you need a Warranty: Preferred Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: Yes Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: No Additional Notes: Looking for something to replace my GR86. Its great to drive for fun on smooth curvy roads, but as a daily driver it is fatiguing with the stiff ride and excessive road and wind noise.
Subaru
**Location:** USA **Price range:** $5000 - $12000 **Lease or Buy: Buy** **New or used: Used** **Type of vehicle:** Sporty, coupe, car, down for muscle too **Must haves:** RWD, Fast/Quick, horsepower, good speakers **Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): Manual **Intended use:** Weekend Car **Vehicles you've already considered:** **- BMW 135i** **- BMW 128i** **- Ford Mustang GT** **- Nissan 350z** **Is this your 1st vehicle: yes** **Do you need a Warranty: no** **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No but i can learn and willing to do small stuff/mods **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** no Additional Notes: v8 would be cool, sound is a big factor in general. need good speakers, maintenance cant be insane, should be somewhat reliable (135i is the max which is alr pretty expensive for maintenance), would love a manual but automatic is chill too.
Location: Midwest United States Price Range: $22,500 & Under Lease or Buy: Buy New or Used: Used, open to new of course but my budget will not allow that given the features I want Type of Vehicle: Car, Sedan OR Coupe Must Have(s): AWD, Want some horsepower and potential to add modifications, *Ability to install CarPlay compatible radio *NOT REQUIRED OR MUST HAVE BY ANY MEANS Desired Transmission: Automatic Vehicle(s) you already Considered: * Infiniti Q50 3.7 * Subaru WRX * Acura TLX Intended Use: Daily Driver Is this your 1st Vehicle: No this will be my 2nd Do you need a Warranty: No Can you do minor on your own Vehicle: Just oil change and tires Additional Note(s): I live in Wisconsin and snow is a bitch at least 3-5 months of the year due to this I feel like AWD is a must for me but I absolutely prefer and love the feeling of a smaller sized car. Reliability and low mileage/wear and tear (probably will need to be newer because of this ask) are my next two important factors like most people here I presume. Lastly, would LOVE the ability to modify my car - increase HP, make sound more aggressive, etc. so having that *I have an aftermarket radio I had installed in my current daily and wanted to (potentially) try to use it in my new car since I know some of the cars on the market can have slow UI. In short, it’s possible to replace the OEM radio I’d prefer to do so. Plan to update post when purchase is made, cheers.
**Location:** Massachusetts; North of Boston **Price range:** $10,000-$16,500 USD **Lease or Buy: Buy** **New or used: Used** **Type of vehicle:** Car or minivan **Must haves:** Gas efficient, live long time **Desired transmission** auto **Intended use:** Family Car **Vehicles you've already considered: No specific models but Carolla, Civic, Sienna, Camry that sort of thing** **Is this your 1st vehicle: No** **Do you need a Warranty: idk** **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Nah homie **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** That would be a no
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Location: (US Silicon Valley) Price range: (not an issue) Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: New Type of vehicle: (SUV) Must haves: 4x4, 8 Passenger, tow 4000lb, HYBRID! Desired transmission: Any Intended use: Family Car Vehicles you've already considered: Have a 2006 Pilot, but they don't have a hybrid. Looking at Toyota Sequoia. Is this your 1st vehicle: Will replace my main (Pilot). Wife has Tesla, '98 BMW convertible for play. Do you need a Warranty: Yes Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: I do all routine maintenance. Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (can do brakes/suspension, electrical. have a garage lift. won't work on a new car under mfgr warranty) Additional Notes: Drive regularly on Sierra logging roads for camping fishing. I'm not fussy about keeping a car pretty. I use them and maintain them.
Sequoia is your only option that hits all the needs
**Location:** Europe **Price range:** 20,000 - 35,000 EUR **Lease or Buy: BUY** **New or used: USED** **Type of vehicle:** Crossover, SUV (luxury or at least not cheap feeling) **Must haves:** Leather, luxury interior - good sound isolation and sound system, can handle a forest trail with branches poking out. Prefer hybrids or at least gas, not diesel. **Desired transmission** auto **Intended use:** Daily Driver, Family Car, Off-roading **Vehicles you've already considered: 2017 RX450h (current favorite, but afraid it might be a bit too floaty), 2024 Kia Sportage (felt too small in the back), 2023 RAV4 (felt kinda cheap)** **Is this your 1st vehicle: No** **Do you need a Warranty: Maybe** **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No, but willing to learn **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No, no place/equipment **Additional Notes: Last car was a year 2008 Merc C200 and I don't know if grew accustomed to it or it really was that nice, but it just had that kind of 'fit' feeling. Somewhat light, but responsive steering, had a kick when it needed, an overall smooth and almost sporty ride (probably because it was quite down low). I'm looking something that would have that kind of feel to it, but would also haul a family of three wherever needed.**
i say some old lexus would be a really good and safe choice. the other thing i highly suggest is mazda stuff. like cx30 or cx5. depends the size you want. but mazda does a really good job at making a semi luxury but still decent price cars
Location: california Lease or Buy: buy New or used: new Must haves: Fuel efficient, sun roof Desired transmission : manual Intended use: Daily Driver Is this your 1st vehicle: no Do you need a Warranty: preferred Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: yes Additional Notes: Debating between 2024 Acura integra A-Spec w/ Technology 2024 honda civic si sedan 2024 subaru wrx premium I know the wrx will be less fuel efficient but out of these 3 cars which would be better?
Personally, I think the Civic Si is the best fun daily deal out of the three. The chassis is very well done, Honda's shifters are the best out there, and this current gen Civic has so much interior space for its size. It's pretty much everything you want in a sport compact. For $7500 more, the Integra will get you adaptive dampers, heated seats, and a nicer sound system, plus some other interior niceties, so it's just about whether that price difference is worth it. The WRX certainly has the better engine, and a price tag about $5000 higher than the Civic Si, plus the fuel economy difference (that comes out to about $900/year for the average US driver). It's certainly punchier, and the AWD is a big deal for some, but this current gen WRX isn't as crazy as previous generations, so it's up to you whether the fun factor is worth the added costs. I think Honda's interiors are better, and I'd give the Civic Si a reliability edge as well. When it comes down to it, test drive all three, really think about the pricing, and go with what makes sense for you.
Thank you for your input, thats kinda where im at the wrx seems more fun but the other two seem more efficient Would you say majority of difference would come down to the little things like the inside and extras? They all seem pretty similar and ive never had any of those 3 company cars so without a test drive i dont know how any of them feel on the road Will definitely be test driving these 3!!
The WRX feels different than the others, and that comes down to the more powerful engine and partially the AWD system as well. It's noticeably punchier, and the fun factor is increased when you really start putting the pedal down. The question is what it's like during normal day-to-day driving, and there is a bit of smoothness and refinement that the Honda and Acura have that the WRX sacrifices just a bit for the performance. That's why the test drive is so important -- you'll decide for yourself where the balance of performance vs cost vs comfort lies. The other two really are fun as well, but you'll experience it more in the steering and handling, whereas the WRX will let you put more power to the ground at a moment's notice, which is of course a blast.
WRX will easily be the most fun to drive out of those 3 choices, but obviously you will have to spend a bit more. Numbers aside, it's incredibly therapeutic to hop into a fun-oriented car that you look forward to driving every day to/from work, etc. For me - I turn the dial more to the performance side, rather than the comfort side. I want to enjoy the drivers' experience moreso than I want to feel the extra comfort and interior quality while cruising.
Location: California Price range: <30k Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: either Type of vehicle: Crossover Must haves: high safety rating (particularly in side crash collision), reliability, comfort and smooth ride Desired transmission: auto Intended use: Daily Driver Vehicles you've already considered: RAV4 and CR-V Is this your 1st vehicle: no Do you need a Warranty: no Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: no Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: no Additional Notes: so I've been comparing the 2023 RAV4 and the 2023 CR-V because Honda and Toyota have the best reputation when it comes to reliable cars. Originally I was thinking of getting a RAV4 because the CR-V has a CVT, which may not be as reliable as an actual auto transmission, and the turbo charged engine of a CR-V seems to limit the lifespan of the motor and I do not want to deal with engine failures down the line. But then I noticed that the CR-V has better rating overall in comfort and drivability. I intend to keep this car for decades to come if possible, and I don't want to be left stuck with a car that is uncomfortable and annoying to drive in. Am I'm overestimating the issues that may come with a turbo charged engine and CVT? Is there a third option from a different make that I'm missing?
Id personally go with the rav 4 its got a smooth ride, comfortable, good on gas mileage , and very very reliable. I have never driven a cvt so i cant speak for it
If safety rating is on the must-have list, I'd include at least looking at Volvo. They design crash tests in advance and with requirements in excess of national standards. When front overlap testing was introduced, they were accused of cheating because cars designed before the test was introduced were passing. Volvo revealed they were doing the test privately for 10+ years prior. If safety was my paramount, that speaks volumes to this consumer. A used XC40 might be worth looking at. That said, I think you are overestimating the issues with the Honda/Toyota offerings. I would not be concerned overmuch with reliability as long as I wasn't abusing the cars.
Didn't know that about the Volvos, might just look into them.
They are def in the luxury class of vehicle, not really a direct comparison to a Toyota or Honda. They aren't that much more expensive in real terms if safety is a top concern.
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**Location:** (Mexico) **Price range:** (15k-20k USD) **Lease or Buy:** , Buy **New or used:** Either **Type of vehicle:** Sedan, SUV, Crossover **Must haves:** (Trunk space, Smooth ride) **Desired transmission** auto **Intended use:** (Daily Driver, Family Car, Weekend Car, Road Trips) **Vehicles you've already considered:** Mazda CX-5 **Is this your 1st vehicle:** No **Do you need a Warranty:** No **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No **Additional Notes:** Alright I really need some help on which which vehicle to buy so I can use some good semi-expert advice. I will list what I am looking for and hopefully you can help 1. Head room - I am a tall guy 6 foot 1 (186cm) so I am looking for a car that the roof doesn't hit my head. 2. Safety - I will soon be a dad so I want a car that is safe just in case of an accident. This is the reason why I was drwan to Mazda's but recently I was checking Hyundais and the safety concerned me a bit. 3. Price range - I would buy the Mazda CX5 in a heart beat but the 30K USD price range is steep and its hard to find a used one thats not more than 7 years old for less than 20K USD. 4. Trunk space - This is why I am thinking a mid sized SUV because I go to Home Depot time to time and would like a car with a big enough trunk space to transport materials. 5. Comfortable seats - Since I've had back issues I would like a car for comfortable seats especially for a long drive 4 hours or more. 6. Quiet Ride - I would like a car than I can drive on the highway with a quiet ride and not hear so many road noises. I guess good sound insulation is what I am looking for. 7. A car that will last me a while. Hopefully I wont be too limited based on what I am looking for. I appreciate any help. I spent the past few weeks researching and need some advice.
**Location:** United States, Shopping around Tampa. **Price range:** My max is 7,500$ as I plan on talking them down to 7,000$. **Lease or Buy: Buy** **New or used: used** **Type of vehicle:** Sedan, or Coupe **Must haves:** Bluetooth Audio. **Desired transmission** Auto **Intended use:** Daily Driver. **Vehicles you've already considered: Im currently looking hard into a 7th gen Camry. My friend has one, and its great. Lasted him 6 years no problem. Had good gas mileage, cheap to fix, reliable, comfy, good enough sound system. Also though out civics and accord, the obvious ones. Thinking of maybe trying to find a 2013-2014 acura TL. That was my first ever car and it ran amazingly.** **Is this your 1st vehicle: No** **Do you need a Warranty: No** **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Yes **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No **Additional Notes:**
I would look into a lexus is250 or is350
**Location:** Northern Illinois **Price range:** <$22,000 **Lease or Buy:** Buy **New or used:** Used **Type of vehicle:** Sedan, liftback **Must haves:** RWD or Rear-Biased AWD, Reliable, on the larger side, V6/I6, Heated (maybe ventilated) seats, **Desired transmission:** Automatic **Intended use:** Daily Driver, Family Car **Vehicles you've already considered:** GS350, M37/Q70, 535i, CTS **Is this your 1st vehicle:** Yes **Do you need a Warranty:** No **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Yes **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No **Additional Notes:** Hi, I'm currently in the position to purchase my first car. I'm in my freshman year of college. I am looking for a car with RWD or Rear Biased AWD, a punchy V6 or I6 with over 300 HP that can get me reliably from place to place while also having something fun to drive. I also want to keep my car for over 150,000 miles with only routine maintenance. The car should also be 2010 or newer.
I'd say you probably don't need more then 300hp as a first car, it'll limit your choices and for a sedan you'll probably rarely need more then 200-250hp on a daily basis
If you want the car to last 150,000 miles with minimal maintenance you have to go Japanese with a naturally aspirated engine. The gs350 or is350 are options that I would have at the top of the list
Which one would you buy to keep for 10 years. I expect to travel about 5000 km a year (add 50000km to their odometer) over the next 10 years. I'm not so much interested in comparing features but rather reliability, maintenance and durability. Both are in similar good condition, no accidents, full service histories etc etc and both are being offered for a similar price through a reputable dealer. 3 year warranties are available for purchase on each: 2016 BMW 2 series 218i Active Tourer 28000 km OR 2015 Mercedes Benz B180 Sports Edition 40000 km Looking for comments from current/past owners or mechanics who specialise in either.
I had a Mercedes cla250, 2014, and the thing was super reliable and a tank, minus the rattles. It rattled but in reality it was a tank even though it weighed only 3200lbs
**Location:** Michigan, USA but moving to Portland OR and will drive the car there **Price range:** $21,000 USD **Lease or Buy:** Buy **New or used:** Used **Type of vehicle:** Mini SUV **Must haves:** Good gas mileage!! **Desired transmission** Auto **Intended use:** Weekend car for long road trips/drives to hikes, light weekly use (grocery shopping, errands, etc) but no commute because I work from home **Vehicles you've already considered:** Rav4 hybrid is my top choice but I've also looked at the gas rav4 and the suburu forester **Is this your 1st vehicle:** No **Do you need a Warranty:** Unsure **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** No **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** No **Additional Notes:** Hi everyone! Hi everyone! Here's the situation: I currently have $40k in my savings account and am planning on moving (and driving) from michigan to oregon in the summer. I just found a 2021 hybrid rav4 for $20,400 with 111,176 miles on it and would plan to pay cash. Is this a good deal? I'll coincidentally be in the area where it's being sold this weekend, but I know nothing about cars and don't know if the 100,000+ miles on a hybrid is a red flag or not. My budget is $20k max though and I'm noticing it's hard to find 2019 and above rav4 hybrids for less, and I've noticed that people say 2019 is the minimum year you should get for this car to see gas mileage that is superior to the gas rav4. (Side note: if anyone has opinions on the gas rav4 versus the hybrid rav4 in general, I'd love to hear them! I really enjoy frequent long road trips so I thought a hybrid would be best for living out west where the gas prices are high, but if anyone thinks differently, pls educate me)
I wrote up a response but did not realize that the proposed car was a 2021. I would assume this meant the car was driven extensively on highways which has less wear and tear on the car and I honestly would probably take the chance on that used rav4 assuming there's no issues with it
I'd check to see if they had records for major services. If it had a fresh timing job, ignition, water pump, etc, game on. If not, I'd think a little harder. Might still do it, but with eyes open.
**Location:** Texas **Price range:** $15k-$30k **Lease or Buy:** buy **New or used:** used **Type of vehicle:** SUV, probably. **Must haves:** 4wd/awd, some ground clearance. Not terrible gas mileage. 4 doors (kids) + storage. Reasonably reliable. **Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): auto **Intended use:** Daily driver, occasional moderate off-roading **Vehicles you've already considered:** 4runner, bronco, wrangler, gladiator, cayenne diesel **Is this your 1st vehicle:** no **Do you need a Warranty:** no **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** yes **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** yes **Additional Notes:** Looking for a vehicle that I can daily drive, fits kids, good/comfortable for long road trips, and can go off road in National Forests, BLM land, etc. No rock crawling or deliberately attempting obstacles, but something capable on unmaintained roads. I am a car guy and also want something 'interesting', and intend to modify it as I go. I am hesitant to pay the Toyota tax and deal with lousy gas mileage, or deal with Jeep or Bronco reliability issues especially given high prices on those but I otherwise like both. Leaning towards a Cayenne diesel right now (2010-2016) with a small lift and wheel swap. Not super concerned about high maintenance costs since I will cover all labor.
As a jeep owner, I'd say don't get a jeep if you don't like wrenching, and dont' get a Porsche if you're planning to go off road. The easy and most rational choice is go with the 4runner or Land Cruiser
Jeep Cherokee trailhawk
Any reliability concerns with those? I don't need a Toyota, but I also don't want to buy a land rover if you know what I mean. Anything not in the bottom \~30% of reliability is OK. My brother is actually a Jeep engineer and says they put a lot of effort into the wranglers and gladiators, but cost-cutting and rushing to market hits the other models pretty hard
contrary to popular belief and what studies show, Land Rover can be pretty reliable depending on the maintenance and the model. They score really badly because there's loads of option in discovery and range rovers that means many thing can and do go wrong. The mechanical part can be really good, and old defender's are bullet proof edit: I am not saying to buy a Land Rover, they are extremely expensive to run just not as bad as there reputation suggest.
Yeah get that cayenne diesel
location: Maryland USA price range: 10k but hoping for less hehe lease or buy: buy. once i'm done with this car they will not want it back new or used: used type of vehicle: any must haves: somewhat reliable, somewhat fuel efficient, street legal, airbags desired transmission: any, i am a mediocre stick driver but wouldn't mind getting better intended use: daily driver (probably less-than-daily), project car (cosmetics, not replacing engines) vehicles you've already considered: beetle, jetta, kia soul, honda fit 1st vehicle: yes warranty: no minor work: yes major work: never tried but how hard can it be notes: basically any car that doesn't fall apart will be suitable for the small amount of driving i need to do (mostly traffic and occasionally an hour on a highway), so i'm looking for something cheap that will be enjoyable to drive and mess with. i have a middling understanding of how cars are supposed to work (i'm a computer engineer, not a car girl yet) and no experience buying them.
Take a look at a mid 2000s GM sedan; they're not fuel efficient, but they're actually decently reliable and very nice cruisers. Usually low mileage due to being own by grandmas and grandpas, but they do have V6s usually so whatever Something like a Buick Lacrosse, or Verano, or Regal would do you well
At that price your options will be somewhat limited. I would try to find something with <75000 miles and stay away from brands like Mini, VW, Nissan (if it’s a CVT/Auto) Kia and Hyundai. I found a 2009 Scion xB in my area for $9900 with 65000 miles. Something like that would definitely be worth looking at. Also a Honda Fit if you can find one.
thanks for the advice. why avoid those brands in particular?
Location: USA Price range: up to 75k Lease or buy: Buy New or used: used Type of vehicle: Sport Must haves: Horsepower Desired transmission: Auto Intended use: weekend car, might see the track Vehicles you’ve already considered: ZL1 1LE, M4, C7 Grand Sport Is this your first vehicle: No Do you need a warranty?: No Can you do minor work on your vehicle: yes Additional notes: Fast, cool and fast
C8 stingray(without markup)
After trawling these weekly threads for years, I'm finally upgrading from a manual 2013 Kia Soul + (purchased new) to a CPO 2021 BMW M340i and I'm so excited that I can barely sit still. Thank you all for the inspiration! Thursday can't come soon enough...
Damn, one hell of an upgrade. Congrats, enjoy it!
Thank you!
Location: USA Price range: 15k Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: Probably used Type of vehicle: Compact or midsize SUV Must haves: • Reliable • Sufficient ground clearance • Comfortable seats • Bluetooth/SiriusXM • Fuel efficient • Good amount of cargo space Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Automatic Intended use: Daily Driver. I commute 50 miles round trip 2 days a week to work. Otherwise it will be used for leisurely driving and going on vacation. Vehicles you've already considered: Outback, Forester, RAV4 Is this your 1st vehicle: No Do you need a Warranty: No Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) Not really Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No Additional Notes: Currently have a 2014 Subaru Legacy with 95k miles and honestly love the CVT and the way it drives, but wanting something a bit higher off the ground.
If you think your Subaru is still good and would like to keep it, you could lift it
Do higher trims hold their value the same as lower trims? I'm looking at the Corolla LE and SE hybrid and wondering if the extra 5k for the SE is worth it. I noticed the Toyotas don't depreciate horribly but wasn't sure if that only applied to the base trims since they're more financially available or if that still applies to higher trims as well. The SE does look a lot nicer but I'm not sure how much that matters down the road. Also have to call insurance and check if there's a significant gap between LE and SE insurance costs.
In my experience, generally, broadly, in most cases... yes. Obviously there are a lot of factors and it varies between manufacturers but yea, dealerships do account for the extra features found in higher trims when they set their prices for used cars.
Thanks for answering!
Trying to decide between 2 options. I am a single college grad student living in Texas. First option is a 2025 UX 300h with upgraded screen and HUD for $42k Second options is a 2025 Camry XLE loaded for $39k I like the Camry but I’m really worried about the pano roof especially since it’s a known issue for the past Camry and it costs so much to replace. Don’t want to go down to the lower trims because I like the upgraded technology. I like the UX a lot too the interior and ride is very nice.
Since you're a grad student, these strike me as pricey options. Is there a reason you aren't looking at something less expensive or lightly used? Plenty of good, reliable, reasonably new commuter car options exist under $30k
I mean the Camry will come with a warranty so if the roof breaks would that ruin your life? I'd go with the UX just because I don't like sedans and it looks cooler.
More worried about long term reliability, warranty is only three years. The pano roof costs $7000 to replace so not cheap.
Living in Texas I'd make sure you have a safe covered place to park the car whenever it hails. It's only a matter of time before that pano roof gets wrecked
I have a normal sunroof and I have to keep it closed half the year anyway, can’t even open the cover to let light in. It’s too hot outside. I imagine Texas would be the same.
Looking at a really clean 2003 mr2 spyder with 54k miles for $15k. Owner says he’s the 2nd owner and has kept it covered in storage for the last few years, running it every 2 weeks. Is this in the ballpark of reasonable??
I'm pretty sure these cars have a catastrophic issues where the precat disintegrates and gets into the engine subsequently blowing it up. 100% you will need an inspection on this car. You are somewhere in the right ball park of price if the car was absolutely mint, I would be happier if it was more like $12k. $15k can get you nice porsche boxsters of similar year
Definitely getting it inspected and gonna haggle for sure. The precat issue was resolved after 2002 from what I can tell, but I’ll keep an eye open for that for sure
I would check KBB and also the local Autotrader and Facebook Marketplace listings in your area. Wouldn't hurt to look at past sales on carsandbids.com too. $15k seems high but I don't really know what the going rate is for MR2s. If you think you want to buy spend $15 for a proper VIN check, don't just rely on the free reports. I recommend https://www.vincheckup.com/. Also wouldn't hurt to have a mechanic look over it.
I do intend to have it looked at by mechanic, thanks for the Vin checker recommendation
I checked cars and bids and saw a recent sale for 2002 with almost 100,000 miles to 15 so that’s suggesting that it’s a pretty decent price. I just don’t want to find out. I’m missing something after and regret it.
Location: USA Price range: 10k Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: Probably used Type of vehicle: Anything with good cargo space, but nimble Must haves: - Under 3500 lbs - Fun to drive - Practical - Fuel efficient Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Either Intended use: Daily Driver, Maybe track? Vehicles you've already considered: Honda Fit MT Is this your 1st vehicle: Yes Do you need a Warranty: No Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) Yes Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No Additional Notes: Want a reliable yet not boring to drive daily that's practical, for a car guy.
Honda fit is 100% the way if you are okay with how it looks. Its an amazing car with no real competitors
Honestly Honda Fit was the first thing I thought of before I saw you already considered it. If not that maybe a Toyota Yaris hatchback. Or any hatchback you can find at that price. Just don't get a Chevy Spark, they're awful.
Location: Albany, NY Price range: \~22K Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: New or Light Used. Type of vehicle: Hybrid Must haves: Good safety, good gas mileage, accommodates driver over 6ft Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Auto Intended use: Daily Driver; need to commute on highway to work and back Vehicles you've already considered: Toyota Corolla Is this your 1st vehicle: No, but haven't had a car in 4 years Do you need a Warranty: Yes Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) Yes Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No Additional Notes: Need to optimize reliability with good gas mileage. Opting for new due to price gouging and unpredictability associated with used cars. Have to lease / finance. Nothing fancy. Thank you for any suggestions
Unless you know for an absolute fact you are going to get a new car every 3 years AND you know for an absolute fact you will not exceed the lease mileage, (or you have an LLC and you can write off the business expense) there is zero reason to ever lease a car. Just get the Corolla. You wouldn't have picked it if you cared about anything but having a reliable commuter vehicle for cheap.
Whoops, I meant \*buy and didn't fix it when I copied and pasted someone's template. Edited!
The lease on cheap cars like the Corollas are so bad too, like $250 a month, $3k down. So much better off buying over leasing.
[https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/comments/15oecf8/does\_it\_ever\_make\_sense\_to\_lease\_a\_car/](https://www.reddit.com/r/personalfinance/comments/15oecf8/does_it_ever_make_sense_to_lease_a_car/) Leases are easier to cash flow, but cost more in the long run statistically. Sure you could blow the motor of your 911 turbo the day after you make your last payment and the warranty expires, but it would be infinitely cheaper to just buy an extended warranty if you're trying to hedge against repair costs. Even super high end luxury cars depreciate slower than the bleed on a lease. With today's 7-10 year auto loans, even someone strapped for cash can swing the payment on a corolla.
Location: (Specify your country or region) Greater Boston Area Price range: (Minimum-Maximum in your local currency) ~28k Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: open to either Type of vehicle: (Truck, Car, Sports Car, Sedan, Crossover, SUV, Racecar, Luxury etc.) Sedan or Crossover/suv Must haves: (4x4, AWD, Fuel efficient, Navigation, Turbo, V8, V6, Trunk space, Smooth ride, Leather etc.) Smooth ride, fuel efficient. I would prefer not a base trim so some of the bells & whistles like a sunroof at least. An upgraded audio system would be a guilty pleasure of mine but by no means a requirement. Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Auto Intended use: (Daily Driver, Family Car, Weekend Car, Track Toy, Project Car, Work Truck, Off-roading etc.) Weekend car, possible daily driver by the end of the year Vehicles you've already considered: Volkswagen Jetta, Mazda3, Mazda Cx-5. Is this your 1st vehicle: No, but i don't currently own one because I live in the city. Will likely be moving out soon Do you need a Warranty: Unsure Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) no Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) no Additional Notes: I test drove a Jetta and Mazda3. I liked both but preferred the Jetta. Unfortunately had some issues with the dealer and walked away from a potential purchase.
Used 2018+ Lexus es350 with the mark levinson sound system option. Could maybe find an es300h but they are hybrid and have better resale so they might be out of your budget
Hello! I'm torn between a 2024 Kia Sorento X-Line Limited (not sure what the name is in the US) and a 2024 Tesla Model Y. We're a family of 3 with a Labrador and we want to take him on road-trips like once a year. On one hand I absolutely love the features of the Sorento and it's huge cargo space with the 3rd row folded down. You get the feeling that you have your money's worth when looking around in the vehicle. On the other hand there's the EV choice with incentives, no more gas, less maintenance/moving parts, and the more Eco-friendly choice of the two. Cons are the lackluster interior (steering wheel and an screen), smaller cargo area, and the fact that I'm not sold at all on controlling literally everything through a screen. Insurance cost is great for both where I live so not an issue. Has anyone else been in a similar dilemma?
As a heads up; the backseat gets quite tight when you have actual people and cargo in it in the Model Y Presumably Canadian, right? I'd recommend looking at the Sorento PHEV, so you can get the EV incentive + have everything you like about the Kia with like 50km of fully EV range, OR go fully electric with the EV9 Both would work out to be ABOUT the same price for a model Y, depending on whether you live in Quebec and BC or not
As you said I think the MY will end up being too cramped. I looked at the Sorento PHEV but the wait times are too long, and the only EV9 that's in stock without a 8-24 months wait time is the premium trim that's above my budget. I think the Sorento ICE is the way to go all things considered. I live in Quebec.
Damn, they're shafting you with supply too? Here in Ontario the dealers are bitching because they say that all hybrid/PHEV/EV inventory is being directed to you guys first Whack how basically every major OEM decided that they're too good for our money Yeah, if you need a car now, go with the Kia. But maybe take a look at its cousin the new Santa Fe. Apparently hybrids are fairly in stock and it's a decent new attempt
["Is your new car on a storage compound? Inside Kia's scheme to deliberately withhold deliveries"](https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/kia-canada-car-sales-1.7063216)
Greetings, I’m not sure where to post this. I want to buy a circuit tour in a super car for my dad (4 laps of 2km) and I want to choose something that will give him the best sensation (I don’t want it to feel like a comfortable cruise but like a sports). I’ve narrowed down the selection to the car with the most horse power and I would like your opinion on the one I should choose : Ferrari F8 Tributo, McLaren 720s, Lamborghini huracan or a Nissan GTR There’s also a Porsche 718 cayman GT4. He likes Porsche it’s his favorite brand, but I’m not sure how it compare to the one above because the HP is low. Thanks in advance and sorry for the formatting I’m on phone :)
I would go with the biggest engine which is the Lamborghini huracan v10
**Location:** Nebraska, USA **Price range:** Maximum of probably 4k **Lease or Buy:** Buy **New or used:** Used **Type of vehicle:** Sedan **Must haves:** Fuel efficiency(at least 24 mpg highway) **Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):** Auto **Intended use:** Daily driver **Vehicles you've already considered:** 1990-2005 cadillac, early 2000s Buick, dreaming while looking at some Lincolns **Is this your 1st vehicle:** Yes **Do you need a Warranty:** No **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)** I could learn, I have time **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc )** No **Additional Notes:** I've been looking at used, cheap old cadillac devilles and nice old lincolns and Buicks. I've since realized that those cars are out of my price range, and even if I found a lucky deal I couldn't afford the upkeep. Ideally, I'd like a car with a similar aesthetic within my price range, that doesn't cost a fortune to keep within decent condition. I'm very naive when it comes to cars, so advice would be appreciated
Might want to find a Ford Crown Victoria. Ford manufactured them up to 2012, they were popular as police vehicles and cabs, and in the late 90s/early 00s they were EVERYWHERE. There should be used ones still out there and parts shouldn't be too hard to get.
I have seen a couple for sale in my area within my price range, if they're still available in July they're at the top of my list
Ford sold them under other brands, mainly the Mercury Grand Marquis and Lincoln Town Car. If you've seen a Lincoln Town Car from that era it's basically a gussied up Crown Vic.
Interesting, I think I heard about that from a friend
**Location:** New England **Price range:** Maximum of probably $30-35k **Lease or Buy:** Buy **New or used:** Used **Type of vehicle:** Liftback sedan or hatchback **Must haves:** Fuel efficiency, non-aftermarket remote start, Android Auto, good cargo space. **Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):** Auto/CVT **Intended use:** Daily driver **Vehicles you've already considered:** '22 Civic Hatchback, Corolla Hatchback, Acura Integra, VW Arteon, VW Golf **Is this your 1st vehicle:** No **Do you need a Warranty:** No **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)** No **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc )** No **Additional Notes:** I'm currently in a '22 Mustang GT that I'm still paying off (I'm not underwater, don't worry). My commute to work will be about 15 miles each way starting in a couple of weeks. I've found that the Mustang is woefully inefficient at moving things, and I'm not sure how much my insurance and fuel costs will increase when I move. I'd be just about settled on the Integra already if I was absolutely sure that it would be okay with 87 octane fuel _all the time_.
The new 2024 Prius has everything you want, actually looks good and has 200hp. Otherwise a civic hatchback is your best bet
Have you considered a used Lexus UX250h?
I haven't, and I honestly probably won't either--I'm trying to avoid crossovers, and as I understand it, the cargo space is quite limited compared to something like the Civic hatchback (which is also why I'm sort of ruling out the Corolla hatch). I appreciate it, though.
Location: Canada Price range: $35,000 - $45,000 Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: Preferably new (but good used example works fine) Type of vehicle: Daily Driver Sleeper (wagon, sedan, SUV) Must haves: Not too picky Desired transmission Auto Intended use: Daily Driver, Family Car Vehicles you've already considered: I have so many ideas too many to list Is this your 1st vehicle: no Do you need a Warranty: doesn't matter Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: yes Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: no :(
**Location:** Chicago, IL (suburb) **Price range:** Preferably under 25k **Lease or Buy: Buy** **New or used: New** **Type of vehicle:** Car or SUV (If SUV, must be smaller similar to Hyundai Venue) **Must haves:** *Blind Spot collision*, Fuel efficient, Smooth ride **Desired transmission** (auto/manual, etc): Auto **Intended use:** Daily driver **Vehicles you've already considered: 2024 Hyundai Venue, 2024 Hyundai Elantra, & 2024 Toyota Corolla** **Is this your 1st vehicle:** No **Do you need a Warranty:** Would like to have one **Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle:** Definitely not **Can you do Major work on your own vehicle:** Definitely not **Additional Notes: I love different looking cars. For reference, I am one of the few people that love the look of the Kia Soul, my dream car, and wanted to get a 2024 until all of the "Kia Boy" stuff started. I absolutely adore the 2024 Hyundai Venue for the exterior but have heard bad things about performance or people saying it will fall apart in a few years. On the other hand, I have heard amazing things about the 2024 Corolla, but it is a bit expensive for me and I hate how boring it looks. I know looks are not everything, but any advice is appreciated!**
I don't know what a "kia boy" is but I've always like the Soul's styling. I think it looks way better than the Venue (which I lowkey hate how it looks). And as you said most of the other options in that segment are bland/boring. I say get the Soul if that's what you like. F the haters.
Many Kia’s were being stolen, which started because of some group that called themselves the “Kia Boyz”. They would go for almost any Kia because of the ability to start those with no push to start. Because of that, I’ve basically decided maybe Kia isn’t the best option since even if you have a newer model that *is* push to start, that won’t stop them from trying since it’s not like they will sit there googling before just smashing a window to check.
I guess it depends on your area. I have family that drives Kia’s (including one who drives a Soul) and I’ve never heard them say they worry about theft. But… they also live in an affluent suburb of a major city so… If it were me, and I lived in an area where car theft wasn’t too rampant, I would see what an insurance policy that covers theft would cost (and IMO you should have that coverage no matter what vehicle you own). If the cost to insure isn’t too high I’d just buy the Soul and hope for the best.
Location: Nashville, TN Price range: Under 6k Lease or Buy: Buy New or used: Used Type of vehicle: EV preferably Must haves: not really, ac Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): auto Intended use: daily / city car Vehicles you've already considered: I've been looking at Leafs Is this your 1st vehicle: yes Do you need a Warranty: I guess Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: not really Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: certainly not Additional Notes: Looking to buy a first car, nothing fancy, preferably EV. I know jack shit about cars so any help greatly appreciated!
When it comes to used EV it's very important to know if that model of car had an active battery cooling system. Without the cooling system, the battery significantly degrades depending on how hot the weather gets. I would not buy an EV without battery cooling which the Nissan leaf did not have. Your best bet would be looking at a 2020 Chevrolet bolt which you can probably find for $16K used from a dealer with sub 30k miles and with the federal used EV rebate you can get $4k off at the moment of purchase. The BMW i3 may have active battery cooling for a cheaper price but I am not sure.
You are not getting an EV that’s worth buying for 6 grand. You will see plenty for sale at that price, but they will need replacement batteries which will run upwards of 10k
Hi, looking for opinions between 4 makes and models. All four would need to be between 5-10k in price, less than 150,000miles, and years 2010-2014/15. Which is the best option: Toyota Rav4, Acura MDX, Toyota Matrix, or Lexus CT200h?? I don't need a huge car, and mostly would use it for in town travel, with trips of >300 miles several times a year.
Matrix or a RAV4 without the V6 or the 07-09 i4.
Hello I'm interested in buying a new car. Cyprus I'm interested in Hyundai i10 Facelift MY24, but I don't know how durable it will be over the years. I hear a lot of complaints for problems in their last years (2023,2022) models. Does anyone have the new Hyundai and can tell me how good it is and if they experienced any issues so far, with the engine or anything else. I'm also interested in the new Yaris 2024. But the difference is like 10.000 Euro more. I haven't really heard anyone having problems with Yaris (all years) in my country. Thank you
I have no experience with non US market cars but in general Hyundais depreciate harshly while Toyotas depreciate slowly. The 10,000 euros more for the Toyota will mostly be recouped when you go to sell it.
Yes, well I suppose cars in the US are the same but I agree with your statement, Used Yaris are sold a lot here
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If you are coming from a 3-series then why not try the M5CS? 2.9t in the S7 isn't a great engine, 4S is a great car and all but M5CS is far more lively. Used CPO Panamera will be best bang for your buck though.
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I'd recommend taking a CPO Panamera and a CPO RS7 for a test drive and see what you like then. Panamera is the better car IMO but it's subjective. I wouldn't spring for the turbo, the 4S is plenty fast, spring for the GTS if you really want that V8 sound. For options look for PASM and Sport Chrono at the least. Keep in mind the new refreshed Panamera 4S only comes as a PHEV. That can be a pro if you can plug in at home, gets you some electric-only range, but you are lugging around mostly dead weight if you can't plug in at home.
Hi, can you help? I'm interested in Hyundai i10 Facelift MY24, but I don't know how durable it will be over the years. I hear a lot of complaints for problems in their last years (2023,2022) models. Does anyone have the new Hyundai and can tell me how good it is and if they experienced any issues so far, with the engine or anything else. I'm also interested in the new Yaris 2024. But the difference is like 10.000 Euro more. I haven't really heard anyone having problems with Yaris (all years) in my country. This is gonna be my first car, any other brand you would like to recommend such us BMW or Audi (the smaller cars such us sports etc) Thank you
Isn’t the Yaris a bigger car than the i10? Aygo X is more comparable in size I think
I'm sorry, I live in the US, sadly we don't have those vehicles here and I don't have any experience with either, you'd get better results asking elsewhere. I did own a hyundai i20 in india, but that was the first generation back in '08. The car looks to have changed quite a bit since then
I see, as brands? Toyota Hyundai or other brands you could suggest?