Vehicle suggestions

[wolf_Q]

Oooooo my parents just bought a 2000 Toyota Camry...I took it for a spin tonight. I like it!! Tempting, tempting...

[Twisterdog]

Originally posted by Aspen and Misty
We don't have alot of money to spend on a car. So when a Taurus came along in our price rang we were like SWEET!!! LOL, I told my dad what you said and we aren't sure weither we will get it or not. The machanic is checking it out tomrrow. We just want a reliable car! LOL!!

Thanx a bunch!

Anyone else?

Ash

My friend's Taurus had a lot of problems with steering, alignment, transmission, brakes ... you name it. She bought it new, and it was a problem from the beginning.

I have a CARFAX account. If you PM me the VIN number, I'll run a CARFAX report for you, and email it to you. That way, it won't cost you anything, as I've already paid the membership fee. You can see a lot about the car from CARFAX, including any accidents the car has been in, where it has been, what it was used for, etc. I highly recommend CARFAX to anyone looking at used cars.

[Aspen and Misty]

Originally posted by Twisterdog
My friend's Taurus had a lot of problems with steering, alignment, transmission, brakes ... you name it. She bought it new, and it was a problem from the beginning.

I have a CARFAX account. If you PM me the VIN number, I'll run a CARFAX report for you, and email it to you. That way, it won't cost you anything, as I've already paid the membership fee. You can see a lot about the car from CARFAX, including any accidents the car has been in, where it has been, what it was used for, etc. I highly recommend CARFAX to anyone looking at used cars.

We already ran one and the Dealer who we got the car from had one ready for us. Thanx for the help though!! It was really nice of you!! We have the car tonight and I drove it and omg it drives like a dream We still havn't deced yet though...I'm a little iffy bout it but my dad says he has Co-workers who LOVE there Taurus and they would never own another car. LOL So....I dunno, we will see if he comes home with it or not! LOL

Ash

[shais_mom]

I had a Pontiac Sunbird that was an excellant little car! Very solid.
Ran like a dream.

My first car was a Ford Tempo and it went from bad to worse very quickly.

[catnapper]

I would never ever buy another Pontiac in my life! What a nightmare! It wasn't even three years old and falling apart faster than I could blinnk. The Lemon Law didn't work (I checked into it) because it was a little older than two years when it started.

I've talked ot other former Pontiac owners and they all said the same thing! Gee, I wish I'd listened to my dad when he warned me not ot get the car.

[shais_mom]

What I think is funny is that no matter how many different kinds of cars there are Everyone has a differing opinion.
Some say I only buy American others say I only buy Foreign and there are horror stories for all makes and models.
And there are "the best car I have ever owned" stories for all of them too...


BTW my Brother in law bought a 3 door Saturn for a work car b/c his brother in law used to work for them and several of his family members drive them. He didn't buy from a Saturn dealer which was his first mistake. Had it less then a week and the clutch went out and the dealer wasn't going to pay for it. He has had nothing but problems with it and it apparently rides very rough. I almost bought one exactly like it new 3 years ago before he got his but at the time I had a greyhound and as soon as I saw the back seat I was like NO WAY. My brother in law told my sister "I am never going to buy a car without you or asking your dad again!" B/c he doesn't have a clue when it comes to cars.
I actually like the looks of the Ion and I definately like the Vue.

[Cinder & Smoke]

Hey Amy ~~

Here's a few Random Thoughts for you to think about -
regardless of if you buy New or Used >>>

Be sure to Test DRIVE the buggy...
preferably withOUT the salesperson riding along and
*jabbering* in your ear!
With a used one - check out the radio/stereo/CD for a minute or two,
then TURN it OFF and *LISTEN* for rattles, bangs, groans, squeeks, etc.
Pay ATTENTION to how the transmission *shifts* -
should be smooth & gentle.

Since you're not *quite* 6 feet tall -
you need to be POSITIVE that you can really *see* out of the car
in ALL Directions - that there are no *blind spots* for you.
Practice Parallel Parking and backing out of a mall parking slot -
Can you really *see* well enough to drive it comfortably?
(You'll be shocked at how many cars (wagons & SUV's are BAD) -
have HUGE *blind spots* out the right-rear or over the rear deck !)

TEST *every* accessory - windows, heat/defrost/AC, lights, door locks,
wipers & washer, seat adjustments, *EVERYthing*.
Get it in WRITING they will FIX anything that doesn't work.

Also helps to Take a Buddie WITH you while shopping -
TWO sets of ears will hear more of what the salesperson says
than you alone will!
An *experienced* car shopper is an extra bonus if you
can find one to tag along with you... DAD maybe?

Last - try NOT to fall in love with it till you're positive
it's a Good Car!

Happie Shopping!

/s/ Phred

[Ally Cat's Mommy]

Check out epinions.com for CONSUMER reviews and opinions (ie NOT written by the manufacturer)

Until 4 years ago I had ALWAYS driven German cars - first Opal/Vauxhaul, and later a Volkswagen Golf VR6 (it was my pride and joy, and I still miss it). I LOVED the build quality, and they were really reliable. if I was looking for a second-hand sedan right now I would look at Jetta and Passat

Over the past few years, due to financial issues, I have driven Hyundai, and have been pleasantly surprised. (IMHO the build-Iquality (ie rattles etc, is NOT as good as VW).. I first had an Elantra, now I drive a 2001 V6 Santa Fe SUV, and have NO COMPLAINTS at all. It is affordable, economical, and reliable. I can go offroad, park on the pavement when I need to and it didn't cost me too much to buy!!!