1. My car is f**ked.
2. Too expensive to repair.
3. Thinking of getting something new.
So any suggestions?
I can get a hyundai accent for $12k.
A Kio Rio for $11.
A Tucson for $17.
A focus (http://a332.g.akamai.net/f/332/936/12h/www.edmunds.com//pictures/VEHICLE/2008/Ford/2008.ford.focus.20179679-E.jpg)for $15 (these look different to uk focuses? )
Mazda 3 for $14
Suzuki Forezna $15
Toyota Corolla $14
Mitsubishi Lancer $14
Chevy Cobalt $14
Honda Civic $15
Thinking of the tucson. I loved driving my Kia SUV and I want another SUV. Also they come with a 5 year warranty.
Sorry to ask what could be a daft question, is this for long term/short term keeps or for rent?
Errr confused? What do you mean?
Id personally go for the civic, though if you want an SUV then its hardly an option. The pacific rim may have a 5 year warranty, but Id rather have the Hondas reputation for reliability instead of knowing if it breaks down 15 times itll get fixed.
I wouldnt pay $15 for a civic when its so boring. I would get an accent or a chevy cobalt I think.
I really want an SUV again though. Talk me into it.
for $129 Id get them all & drive a different one every day :oD
lol
Quote from: Eggtasticofor $129 Id get them all & drive a different one every day :oD
whilst many things are indeed cheaper in the US, I suspect that Sam means $15K and is just ommiting the K and assuming well make that jump.
Surely if theyre offering a 5 year warrenty they must be pretty confident they have the reliability nailed down on that SUV.
From what ive been reading recently it would seem that 2010 is going to be the year to buy a new car.
Many manufacturers will be releasing greener cars in 2010. I just think that buying new now will be a waste of money, with the way fuel prices are rising, i think your best option is to at least buy something that is 2 years old, at least then you will have a year of manufacturer warranty (providing this is the same US/UK), but you will get a car for a lot cheaper due to that new car depreciation, and you can haggle more imo, dealers are always happy to clear old stock.
Nothing is gonna change drastically in 18 months plus I am in dire need of a motor. I just got a lemon once so I aint getting something without a full warratny.
Quote from: BaconFrom what ive been reading recently it would seem that 2010 is going to be the year to buy a new car.
Many manufacturers will be releasing greener cars in 2010. I just think that buying new now will be a waste of money, with the way fuel prices are rising, i think your best option is to at least buy something that is 2 years old, at least then you will have a year of manufacturer warranty (providing this is the same US/UK), but you will get a car for a lot cheaper due to that new car depreciation, and you can haggle more imo, dealers are always happy to clear old stock.
i dont think there is ever a good time to buy a new car, you buy any car thats nearly new (12-6months old) and save a couple of grand straight away.
e.g. Ford Focus 1.6 Zetec New Cost £13000
the same car with 1500miles and 6months old(57plate) is less than £9000
The point is this isnt just "anytime", we all that has been going on with regards to oil this is the worst its been for a long time, and its not going to get any better.
A lot of manufacturers are punching out alternative fuel vehicles in 2010, i think thats a hint in itself on what you should be buying in the next couple of years.
what alternative fuels?
lpgs days are numbered its no longer got the tax freeze on it.
bio diesel is good but will run on 90% of old cars anyway.
electricity is looking promising but a decent battery tech is still years away.
hydrogen is years away also.
hybrids are crap, and useless in everyday driving.
ive not heard of any exciting alternative fuels due anytime soon, petrol and diesel is here to stay, for now.
Deviance is right, the future is away from oil but in 18 months we aint gonna have an entire fleet of super electric cars getting 20000 miles on a single 10 pence charge.
This car will last me for 2 years until I am earning good money here and then Ill get better car.
hyundai accent is one of the worst cars ever, of those on the list itd be a civic or focus for me.
Jaimz :rock:
Quote from: Jaimzhyundai accent is one of the worst cars ever, of those on the list itd be a civic or focus for me.
Jaimz :rock:
yeah me too, there is an MPV focus aswell isnt there? S-max or c-max or somthing like that.
I viewed two tucsons yesterday. $17,200 + tax.
anything is better than that pos kia you had !!!
why not fly the English flag and get youre self a land rover !!
(or a range rover if the land rover is too manly for you!)
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Well I ordered a new Tucson online.
I paid $16200 + 6% sales tax + plates. Totals $17300. Hoping to get $500 for my Kia.
Im off to the dealership tomorrow to sign for it.
Its a 2008 Silver, biege interior. GLS with air con.
Sounds very nice!
I got it. I paid $380 for paint protection and fabric protection (each with 5 year warranty). Did I get scammed?
itll just be Supaguard and Scotchguard, both of which you could have got for loads less from a decent Valet/Detailer.
I guess the 5 year warranty means they will re-apply it for you every year or somthing, as it only really lasts a year, so not too bad if that is the case.
Ridiculous that the equivalent model in the uk would be the same price just in £ :/
Jaimz :rock:
(http://www.tekheads.co.uk/images/tucson1.jpg)