Might get more help in the "Other Cars" forum, moving there.
Car-buying decision help
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Alright guys, looking for some opinions. I'm thinking of getting a new vehicle. Had the eclipse since September of 2000 and want an upgrade. I'm having some trouble finalizing my decision about what to get myself, though.
Here is my dilemma:
I'm trying to look ahead a bit and try and get something that will prove to be practical not just now, but in the future as well (family, etc.). I'm still single now, about to turn 24 with no immediate plans of getting married (at least not for another 2 years or so). However, I DO understand that when the time comes to get a house, etc., I don't want to have to be worrying about how I'm going to haul the kids around and all that other "fun stuff".
I had three main vehicles in mind:
2008 Infiniti G35 Sedan
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Advantages:
Disadvantages:
2009 Dodge Journey
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Advantages:
Disadvantages:
2007-2009 Murano
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Advantages:
Disadvantages:
What do you guys think? Should I throw caution to the wind and splurge on the G35?
*Disclaimer*:
I know that, in the end, the only thing that matters is how I feel about the purchase. I just wanted to hear some opinions from other people on here.
Here is my dilemma:
I'm trying to look ahead a bit and try and get something that will prove to be practical not just now, but in the future as well (family, etc.). I'm still single now, about to turn 24 with no immediate plans of getting married (at least not for another 2 years or so). However, I DO understand that when the time comes to get a house, etc., I don't want to have to be worrying about how I'm going to haul the kids around and all that other "fun stuff".
I had three main vehicles in mind:
2008 Infiniti G35 Sedan
Advantages:
- Most "luxurious" of the three, IMO
- Fits my current personality the best
- Did I mention I think it's gorgeous?
Disadvantages:
- Little on the expensive end
- Not quite as loaded with features as the other two (for what I can afford)
2009 Dodge Journey
Advantages:
- Practical
- Can afford the R/T, with all the trimmings (Nav, DVD, back-up camera, etc) for prob. <= the others
Disadvantages:
- 1st model year :happysad:
- Can I trust Dodge?
- Least -looks of the three IMO
- Gas?
2007-2009 Murano
Advantages:
- Like the way it looks (At least more than the journey)
- Can get it nicely equipped for around $30k prob.
- Always heard nothing but good things about Nissan vehicles (reliability, etc.)
Disadvantages:
- Gas?
What do you guys think? Should I throw caution to the wind and splurge on the G35?
*Disclaimer*:
I know that, in the end, the only thing that matters is how I feel about the purchase. I just wanted to hear some opinions from other people on here.
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Pontiac G8:
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Meh. They had one at the local dealership here. Front end is not so great in person.Pontiac G8:
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:nuts: to each his own...Meh. They had one at the local dealership here. Front end is not so great in person.
Haven't really considered it. Never liked station wagons, although it does look mean as hell for being one
High-HP is not really a priority, especially
What about Lexus IS-250/350?
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Granted, 360 hp and 385 tq is nothing to be ashamed of, but I am not really in need of that much power at the expense of luxury. Power is low on my priority list.
That would be right up there with the Infiniti, but my VPP discount does not apply to Lexus vehicles.What about Lexus IS-250/350?
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As such, I may have a hard time getting as good or better a deal than a G35 or any of the other vehicles mentioned.
The intent is to keep the car for quite a while. Like I said, it's something I want to look good in now but also use it as a bonafide family vehicle in the future. The only exception to that rule would be with the G35, where if I saw that I really did need something, I know it should have good resale value to where I could probably get a decent used SUV/minivan at that time. The lifetime powertrain warranty is a HUGE plus. Anything engine/trans related seems off, take it in and that's a load off my mind.
Just checked one out and priced it.
R/T (2WD) with Nav, rear DVD, rear camera, 20Gb HD, etc. along with the standard R/T trimmings (power seats, cooled and heated leather?, and all the storage options).
28,171 + ttl. NM taxes should be less than 900. So, I'd be realistically looking at ~29k OTD. That's DAMN tempting
Didn't get a chance to stop by the Pontiac dealer next door, but I WILL take a look at it, Mav, promise
Yea right now is a the best time to purchase a car. I know that when me and my buddy went in to pick up his Charger that he leased after the credit check went through, the salesman tried to get him to buy it instead of leasing and said he would take off TWO THOUSAND DOLLARS. All you have to do is call around and get the best price mentioning other dealers. Then when you get that lowest price go to the second lowest and show him what that dealer offered you and Im pretty sure they'll beat it or throw in some accessories.Just checked one out and priced it.
R/T (2WD) with Nav, rear DVD, rear camera, 20Gb HD, etc. along with the standard R/T trimmings (power seats, cooled and heated leather?, and all the storage options).
28,171 + ttl. NM taxes should be less than 900. So, I'd be realistically looking at ~29k OTD. That's DAMN tempting
Didn't get a chance to stop by the Pontiac dealer next door, but I WILL take a look at it, Mav, promise
Also when we were lookin at different dealers the one with the lowest price only had a small variety of colors. We told the salesman we were looking for Steel Blue and he told us to wait a week and see if any customers return the cars for a different color. Well that week passed and there was still no Steel Blue Charger on the lot so he knocked off some money to pick one that was on the lot and we ended up leaving with a Light Sandstone Charger for dirt cheap.
You look at the Subie legacy 2.5 GT?
Has the turbocharged boxer engine
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Has the turbocharged boxer engine
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