YACT: Looking at a new car to buy myself

[PowerMacG5]

I am looking to possibly replace my Escape within the next year. I would like something with the same amount of storage, but more sporty. I was looking at the Dodge Magnum, but I would like to also get a car with a manual transmission. What do you all think?

 

[notfred]

Out of curiosity, what was it about the Escape that you didn't like?

 

[mitaiwan82]

Subaru WRX wagon or Legacy GT wagon

 

[PowerMacG5]

Originally posted by: notfred
Out of curiosity, what was it about the Escape that you didn't like?

It's nothing about it that I don't like, it's just that it is a 2001, and my sister may end up inheriting it from me since she likes it.

 

[scorpmatt]

buy an escape hybrid, same storage, better mpg

 

[lastig21]

Audi S4 Avant

 

[PowerMacG5]

Originally posted by: scorpmatt
buy an escape hybrid, same storage, better mpg

For the amount of money over a regular Escape it is, I'd rather get the Magnum for the same price as the Hybrid. I do not need a wonderfully fuel efficient car, the Magnum will do just fine, as well as the regular V6 Escape does just fine for me now.

 

[scorpmatt]

Originally posted by: PowerMacG5

Originally posted by: scorpmatt
buy an escape hybrid, same storage, better mpg

For the amount of money over a regular Escape it is, I'd rather get the Magnum for the same price as the Hybrid. I do not need a wonderfully fuel efficient car, the Magnum will do just fine, as well as the regular V6 Escape does just fine for me now.

ah ok. the magnums are nice, im not a fan of their handling, but to each his own

 

[PowerMacG5]

Originally posted by: lastig21
Audi S4 Avant

Dear christ thats expensive. I like the A4 Avant though.

I should have mentioned, I am looking in the 30-35,000 range.

 

[m2kewl]

dodge charger

 

[state 08]

If you want to, wait for the Chevy Trailblazer SS.

You get a bit more storage than the Escape, and a 6.0L LS2 V8 Engine that cranks out 391 Horses under the hood! :Q

http://www.chevrolet.com/trailblazerss/

 

[NikPreviousAcct]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI...tem&category=6236&item=4558434194&rd=1

and I know what the reserve is

 

[PowerMacG5]

Originally posted by: state 08
If you want to, wait for the Chevy Trailblazer SS.

You get a bit more storage than the Escape, and a 6.0L LS2 V8 Engine that cranks out 391 Horses under the hood! :Q

http://www.chevrolet.com/trailblazerss/

How much is it supposed to cost?

 

[dugweb]

i think the scion xb has about the most storage of any car in its class, if your into that sorta thing... plus its in the 15000 price range (i think)

edit: eh, that is if you wanted to go less sporty you might wanna consider that

 

[David Brent]

Originally posted by: lastig21
Audi S4 Avant

just a BIT more expensive, but very nice car

 

[Bucks]

for 30000, get the Acura TL

 

[scorpmatt]

Originally posted by: Bucks
for 30000, get the Acura TL

i think he is looking for the storage that you get from a wagon

 

[PowerMacG5]

Originally posted by: scorpmatt

Originally posted by: Bucks
for 30000, get the Acura TL

i think he is looking for the storage that you get from a wagon

Yeah, I think wagons are what I am going to be looking at.

 

[state 08]

Originally posted by: PowerMacG5

Originally posted by: state 08
If you want to, wait for the Chevy Trailblazer SS.

You get a bit more storage than the Escape, and a 6.0L LS2 V8 Engine that cranks out 391 Horses under the hood! :Q

http://www.chevrolet.com/trailblazerss/

How much is it supposed to cost?

I tried finding an estimate but no luck.

I'm guessing it might be $35k +/- $2k.

Check this VIDEO out. My jaw dropped. Maybe it will convince you to wait?

 

[scorpmatt]

Originally posted by: PowerMacG5

Originally posted by: scorpmatt

Originally posted by: Bucks
for 30000, get the Acura TL

i think he is looking for the storage that you get from a wagon

Yeah, I think wagons are what I am going to be looking at.

i dont have a wagon, i have a hatch, so i have storage if i lower the rear seat

those magnums are really sweet though. you looked at the volvo wagons at all?

 

[PowerMacG5]

Originally posted by: scorpmatt

Originally posted by: PowerMacG5

Originally posted by: scorpmatt

Originally posted by: Bucks
for 30000, get the Acura TL

i think he is looking for the storage that you get from a wagon

Yeah, I think wagons are what I am going to be looking at.

i dont have a wagon, i have a hatch, so i have storage if i lower the rear seat

those magnums are really sweet though. you looked at the volvo wagons at all?

Just did. Hrmm, the V50 looks nice.

 

[JulesMaximus]

Originally posted by: PowerMacG5

Originally posted by: lastig21
Audi S4 Avant

Dear christ thats expensive. I like the A4 Avant though.

I should have mentioned, I am looking in the 30-35,000 range.

WRX-STi, 4 doors & the performance of an E46 M3 but much more reliable.

 

[LtPage1]

legacy gt wagon. or maybe a saab?

 

[PowerMac4Ever]

Dodge Ram 2500 wit the 6speed manual tranny and turbodiesel engine.. it'll easily fall within your budget.

 

[scorpmatt]

Originally posted by: PowerMac4Ever
Dodge Ram 2500 wit the 6speed manual tranny and turbodiesel engine.. it'll easily fall within your budget.

that is a big mofo