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« on: September 03, 2009, 11:10:33 pm » |
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My girlfriend wants to junk her 1998 Honda Civic (it's rusting away) and she wants to get another car within a year or so. What cars would you recommend for her? She wants a car with passing power (I'm tired of praying when she's merging on the 401). I suggested she get a car with a minimum of 140-150HP. It must be automatic, 4 cylinder, A/C and CD. No SUV/CUV or trucks. She can live with a hatchback or trunk. She does not like American, Korean or European cars I suggested a Mazda 3 or 6 (Or equivalent Ford Focus/Fusion) Honda Accord, Nissan Altima, Hyundai Sonata, etc. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
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Ilpav
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« Reply #1 on: September 05, 2009, 04:41:47 pm » |
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Well, she's not gonna like the Sonata because it's Korean.  Anyway, yeah, most Japanese midsized cars are a good solid used buy, especially the Accord, Camry, and Altima (also the Sonata, but it's Korean  ). |
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vdk
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« Reply #2 on: September 05, 2009, 04:46:52 pm » |
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Mazda3, Toyota Matrix |
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« Reply #3 on: September 05, 2009, 04:46:59 pm » |
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Why does she not like Euro cars? Not that there would be much in that price range anyway... |
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« Reply #4 on: September 05, 2009, 06:28:51 pm » |
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Should be a decent number of Mazda 3s available. |
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« Reply #5 on: September 05, 2009, 08:13:39 pm » |
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No domestics, no euro, no Koreans. I guess that leaves something Japanese. Mazda3, Civic SiR, Sentra SER |
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overtakeyouintheleftlane
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« Reply #6 on: September 06, 2009, 11:59:25 am » |
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Thanks for the suggestions, I will forward it to her.
She doesn't like Euro cars as they cost more to maintain and history of electrical problems (VW)
vdk- you just made me remember, Pontiac Vibe (really a Toyota Corolla).
"Should be a decent number of Mazda 3s available." - I know she loves those cars, maybe a 2005 would be good
Thanks for the help |
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« Reply #7 on: September 06, 2009, 01:46:51 pm » |
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"Should be a decent number of Mazda 3s available." - I know she loves those cars, maybe a 2005 would be good
Check out the rust issue with 04 and 05 years first: torontomazda3 dot com. I understand they have solved the rust issue with 07 models but we're yet to see that. Also a heavy Matrix or Vibe will require some planning before merging or overtaking. However, you'll save on gas and maintenance... |
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« Reply #8 on: September 06, 2009, 08:38:12 pm » |
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others to consider
6th generation (1998-2002) honda accord is a nice size and the 2.3L 4 banger with VTEC (LX and EX trims) should do the trick.
2004-2006 Mitsubishi Lancer Ralliart (2.4L engine)
2003-2006 Mitsubishi Galant
I would probably get a Mazda6 Sport (hatchback), Masda3 Sport (hatchback), or a Saab 9-3 (most safety features).
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« Reply #9 on: September 07, 2009, 01:45:34 pm » |
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bozo - Yeah, I read about that thread actually on Canadiandriver re: rust issues with Mazda 3. Great info to know. I showed her that and told her if she considers Mazda 3, go for a more recent model.
02MP5MT - Thanks for the great suggestions, I will forward it to her
Thanks again guys! |
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« Reply #10 on: September 07, 2009, 02:46:53 pm » |
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No domestics, no euro, no Koreans. I guess that leaves something Japanese. Mazda3, Civic SiR, Sentra SER
Could import one of the Aussie Mercury Capris I guess. |
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« Reply #11 on: September 07, 2009, 09:30:10 pm » |
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No domestics, no euro, no Koreans. I guess that leaves something Japanese. Mazda3, Civic SiR, Sentra SER
Could import one of the Aussie Mercury Capris I guess. That may break the $5000-8000, $10K max budget.  If money is no object, then a Holden would be good for passing power. |
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« Reply #12 on: September 07, 2009, 10:31:22 pm » |
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Keep in mind about the 98-02' Accords...they had transmission problems. |
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« Reply #13 on: September 07, 2009, 11:19:00 pm » |
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No domestics, no euro, no Koreans. I guess that leaves something Japanese. Mazda3, Civic SiR, Sentra SER
Could import one of the Aussie Mercury Capris I guess. That may break the $5000-8000, $10K max budget. If money is no object, then a Holden would be good for passing power. I doubt it - they are pretty cheap in the US. Much worse than a Miata though. |
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overtakeyouintheleftlane
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« Reply #14 on: September 08, 2009, 07:23:57 am » |
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"Keep in mind about the 98-02' Accords...they had transmission problems"
Thanks, I'm well aware of that problem and stay away from the V6 Honda Accords of that generation with Autos. |
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« Reply #15 on: October 14, 2009, 11:47:49 am » |
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Jag XJS. Put your a$$ in some class. It just won't take you anywhere.  |
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« Reply #16 on: October 14, 2009, 02:24:06 pm » |
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..who would want to go anywhere in "lousy" BRITAIN.....just park it at the CLUB or in the COUNTRY HOUSE'S GRAND CURVED GRAVELLED DRIVEWAY........raked daily by ex Morris Motorwerksshop stewards..........................  |
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