11-14-2006, 12:10 PM
11-14-2006, 12:54 PM
So good, he had to say it twice P
11-14-2006, 01:00 PM
Beest @ Tue Nov 14, 2006 12:17 pm Wrote:
Edmunds is an excellent resource for car buying
Thanks for the info I will check it out :)
11-14-2006, 01:20 PM
I've found Kelly Blue Book to be closer the real costs, than Edmunds.
http//www.kbb.com/kbb/default.aspx?trid=3&gclid=COHxxtWQx4gCFQSSHgodrChTgA
For used cars http//www.kbb.com/kbb/UsedCars/default.aspx
http//www.kbb.com/kbb/default.aspx?trid=3&gclid=COHxxtWQx4gCFQSSHgodrChTgA
For used cars http//www.kbb.com/kbb/UsedCars/default.aspx
11-14-2006, 01:37 PM
Portishead @ Tue Nov 14, 2006 12:10 Wrote:
Ok I can take hint, no Fords. I have found a couple of Highlanders that look good, great reviews too.
Thanks everyone :grin:
Thanks everyone :grin:
I haven't owned or driven a ford over here, so I hate to contradict those who have.
However I did read at the weekend that the newer fords, specifically the Ford Fusion/Mercury Milan, are in Consumer Reports top 5.
Obviously neither meets your needs...
11-14-2006, 01:45 PM
Portishead @ Tue 14 Nov, 2006 4:36 am Wrote:
I want a car, 3 rows but not a monster petrol slurper like a Expedition or suburban.
Any suggestions and not a Mini Van :???:
Any suggestions and not a Mini Van :???:
Volvo V70.
Why three rows of seating? Just googled for third row seating and I'm pulling lots of Consumer Reports pages about how unsafe that 3rd row is.
11-14-2006, 03:34 PM
Rob S @ Tue 14 Nov, 2006 Wrote:
Portishead @ Tue Nov 14, 2006 12:10 Wrote:
Ok I can take hint, no Fords. I have found a couple of Highlanders that look good, great reviews too.
Thanks everyone :grin:
Thanks everyone :grin:
I haven't owned or driven a ford over here, so I hate to contradict those who have.
However I did read at the weekend that the newer fords, specifically the Ford Fusion/Mercury Milan, are in Consumer Reports top 5.
Obviously neither meets your needs...
I have the dubious honour of owning a brand new Ford Fusion. I have the most expensive one they make...and it is a complete pile of cack. The handling on anything but a straight road is just dangerous. For some reason the turning circle is only half of what is should be. The build quality is absolutely awful, no other word for it and the layout of the ergonomics is a complete and utter abortion. Anyone looking at this car, do yourself a favor, buy an Accord.
11-14-2006, 03:49 PM
As I said, I neither owned or driven a Ford over here. Which it is why it is worth canvassing the views of those who have.
BTW - EEB do you mean the ergonomics are an abomination? 8O
BTW - EEB do you mean the ergonomics are an abomination? 8O
11-14-2006, 05:46 PM
Rob S @ Tue 14 Nov, 2006 Wrote:
As I said, I neither owned or driven a Ford over here. Which it is why it is worth canvassing the views of those who have.
BTW - EEB do you mean the ergonomics are an abomination? 8O
BTW - EEB do you mean the ergonomics are an abomination? 8O
That probably works better...
11-14-2006, 11:26 PM
We have a 95 Ford Explorer with a German 6 cylinder engine.Going very well touch wood.
We have a 98 Chev malibu this seem to be a great commuting car.I like the looks of the 06 and 07 models (Hatchback).They are built on the Saab frame.
The Hondas and Toyotas can be expensive on repairs,as can all cars for that matter.
The Subarus seems to be a popular car around these parts now.
If I was to tour the US of A some of the new vans look very comfortable.
We have a 98 Chev malibu this seem to be a great commuting car.I like the looks of the 06 and 07 models (Hatchback).They are built on the Saab frame.
The Hondas and Toyotas can be expensive on repairs,as can all cars for that matter.
The Subarus seems to be a popular car around these parts now.
If I was to tour the US of A some of the new vans look very comfortable.
11-14-2006, 11:34 PM
VegasRudeBoy @ Tue Nov 14, 2006 1:45 pm Wrote:
Portishead @ Tue 14 Nov, 2006 4:36 am Wrote:
I want a car, 3 rows but not a monster petrol slurper like a Expedition or suburban.
Any suggestions and not a Mini Van :???:
Any suggestions and not a Mini Van :???:
Volvo V70.
Why three rows of seating? Just googled for third row seating and I'm pulling lots of Consumer Reports pages about how unsafe that 3rd row is.
In short VRB babies, babies, babies.... Both my boys are in car seats and they take up the entire row. No room for anything else.
11-14-2006, 11:47 PM
How about a crew-cab F150?
11-15-2006, 12:14 AM
Rob S @ Tue 14 Nov, 2006 Wrote:
[quote="Portishead @ Tue Nov 14, 2006 07:36"][quote="monster @ Tue Nov 14, 2006 12:07 am"]Ummm....
There are other, less costly and safer, vehicles that might meet your needs.
I'm not an expert by any means, but I's recomend you cast your net a little wider, look at 'crossovers' or some of the soft roaders. Also, Toyota and Honda tend to come top of the reliability ratings. Contrary to JohnA's view, British built vehicles tend not to.
A
There are other, less costly and safer, vehicles that might meet your needs.
I'm not an expert by any means, but I's recomend you cast your net a little wider, look at 'crossovers' or some of the soft roaders. Also, Toyota and Honda tend to come top of the reliability ratings. Contrary to JohnA's view, British built vehicles tend not to.
A
You dont read my post right I have a infinity which is made by Nissen and has one of hte best reliabilty rating in the industry
I used to go by british cars but that was years ago when you had austin mini a car that stod the test of time .