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    Quote Originally Posted by CFMNH44 View Post
    Scion is a 'dead brand' - will stop selling in USA soon, wouldn't recommend unless you are into cars and don't mind 'managing repairs'. (This from a Saab guy that knows about 'dead brands'...) ;-)
    I'm sure Toyota will still support Scion owners.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Velveteen.Rabbit View Post
    Yeah I thought I had heard that but then someone pasted the site. They stopped making it as of 2015, the model I like.

    So far the front runner is the Kia Soul but I need other ideas!
    I think either the Scion or the Soul would be a good choice if you like that type of body. They're both reasonably priced if you want a new one.

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    Quote Originally Posted by eagle2 View Post
    I think either the Scion or the Soul would be a good choice if you like that type of body. They're both reasonably priced if you want a new one.
    But the Scions are discontinued as of 2015. The model I like at least. I feel like replacement parts would be annoying in like 3 years. Hard to find? Expensive?

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    I second German cars. I had a Jetta and never had any problems with it and my dad always owns BMWs and no problems with those either. I need a car and I wanted a BMW but now am looking into a Jeep Grand Cherokee instead.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 22lligm View Post
    I second German cars. I had a Jetta and never had any problems with it and my dad always owns BMWs and no problems with those either. I need a car and I wanted a BMW but now am looking into a Jeep Grand Cherokee instead.
    That's so funny! I had so many problems with my Mini (thank god for the extended warranty everyone told me not to get!) which is German, and had zero problems with the Jeep I had before it which is American.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 22lligm View Post
    I second German cars. I had a Jetta and never had any problems with it and my dad always owns BMWs and no problems with those either. I need a car and I wanted a BMW but now am looking into a Jeep Grand Cherokee instead.
    I know someone who had a Jetta. She said that she like the car, but repairs were very expensive.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Velveteen.Rabbit View Post
    But the Scions are discontinued as of 2015. The model I like at least. I feel like replacement parts would be annoying in like 3 years. Hard to find? Expensive?
    I don't think it would be a problem because they use the standard Toyota platform.

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_MC_platform

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    Also, from:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scion_...2.80.932015.29

    The second-generation xB is equipped with a 2.4 L straight-4 Toyota 2AZ-FE engine rated at 158 hp (118 kW) and 162 lb·ft (220 N·m), shared with the first-generation tC and the Toyota Camry, which at 22 mpg-US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg-imp) city / 28 mpg-US (8.4 L/100 km; 34 mpg-imp) hwy[14] has a higher fuel consumption than the previous model's 1.5 L engine (26 mpg-US (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp) city / 31 mpg-US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg-imp) hwy).[15] A five-speed manual and a sequential-shift four-speed automatic are the only factory options aside from the color and stereo.

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    i have two cars, nissan murano and infiniti G37. Both are great cars.
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    Quote Originally Posted by eagle2 View Post
    Also, from:

    https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scion_...2.80.932015.29

    The second-generation xB is equipped with a 2.4 L straight-4 Toyota 2AZ-FE engine rated at 158 hp (118 kW) and 162 lb·ft (220 N·m), shared with the first-generation tC and the Toyota Camry, which at 22 mpg-US (11 L/100 km; 26 mpg-imp) city / 28 mpg-US (8.4 L/100 km; 34 mpg-imp) hwy[14] has a higher fuel consumption than the previous model's 1.5 L engine (26 mpg-US (9.0 L/100 km; 31 mpg-imp) city / 31 mpg-US (7.6 L/100 km; 37 mpg-imp) hwy).[15] A five-speed manual and a sequential-shift four-speed automatic are the only factory options aside from the color and stereo.
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    Watched a vid on the interior mood lighting of the Kia Soul and I think I like it. It might be too big of a vehicle for my tastes, I need to test drive it. Still heartbroken I can't have a Fiat though lol!

    How are Nissans, Infinity(sp?), and Lexus? I don't mind higher end cars too, I'll probably buy used from a couple years ago like I normally do. Often the best value.

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    I think Lexus has the highest quality ratings.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Velveteen.Rabbit View Post
    I'm in the market for a new car! Give me rec's! What do you drive? Do you like it or hate it? ...
    Current car is a Honda Accord Hybrid, fully loaded. I'm very happy with it. The mileage is incredibly awesome. Fit and finish are top notch. It's every bit as nice as an Acura, well, it is an Acura except for the badge and you can't get an Acura Hybrid for a reasonable sum. I had a VW Beetle a few years ago. I would not recommend owning one for more the the first couple of years of it's life. Under warranty, German cars are fine. Once the warranty expires, the price of every lousy part goes sky high. My company has a couple of Ford Fusion Hybrids that are giving us good service and so far have been very easy on the budget.

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    I drive a Z4, to quote a famous philosopher "It is so choice. If you have the means, I highly recommend picking one up."
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    Someone else mentioned Jeep. IME the jeep I had was a piece of garbage. Something was just off with the whole car. Like, maybe it came down the factory line with something placed a .mm off and it never ran right, always had problems. However, my little sister, big sister, 2 good friends and mother all had a jeep at some point (Grand Cherokee, Wrangler, Cherokee, and Wagoneer- respectively) and never had the problems I did. I also like infinity's, as recommended by Baer- never owned one but had a rental for a good three weeks while one of my cars was in the shop; also a friend had the big body SUV; and they are really, really, nice cars. Luxury but not stupidly overpriced to own like say, my Mercedes. OP- Have you made any headway on your decision?
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    Quote Originally Posted by Gia2608 View Post
    Someone else mentioned Jeep. IME the jeep I had was a piece of garbage. Something was just off with the whole car. Like, maybe it came down the factory line with something placed a .mm off and it never ran right, always had problems. However, my little sister, big sister, 2 good friends and mother all had a jeep at some point (Grand Cherokee, Wrangler, Cherokee, and Wagoneer- respectively) and never had the problems I did. I also like infinity's, as recommended by Baer- never owned one but had a rental for a good three weeks while one of my cars was in the shop; also a friend had the big body SUV; and they are really, really, nice cars. Luxury but not stupidly overpriced to own like say, my Mercedes. OP- Have you made any headway on your decision?
    I'm still looking for cars to test drive. I'm leaning toward Kia Soul now, but I'm still open to other things! I really don't even know half the cars out there on the market right now. Maybe I should google each brand and look what's on their website?

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    Buy a hearse! They are the best! I recommend a 94-96 cadillac. Heehee





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    2011 Mercedes C-Class.

    Despite being 5 years old, this model still looks brand new.

    Additionally, you can still find great deals on them, many of which are still under factory and/or certified pre-owned warranty.

    Purchased on last summer and have gotten nothing but joy from driving it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by MistressX View Post
    Buy a hearse! They are the best! I recommend a 94-96 cadillac. Heehee
    I'd LOVE an older car but I just can't handle the unreliability of it. I also know I'm going to get scammed just because I'm so unknowledgable about cars. My mom used to drive an old mustang that she would work on herself. She did 100% of the upkeep and her hobby was fixing up the car. But today everything is electronic so there's no point for me to learn anything. I'd cry if I were underneath a car I think so this wouldn't end well lol!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Velveteen.Rabbit View Post
    I'd LOVE an older car but I just can't handle the unreliability of it. I also know I'm going to get scammed just because I'm so unknowledgable about cars. My mom used to drive an old mustang that she would work on herself. She did 100% of the upkeep and her hobby was fixing up the car. But today everything is electronic so there's no point for me to learn anything. I'd cry if I were underneath a car I think so this wouldn't end well lol!
    Ok I'm seriously going to make a case for this!

    I say 94-96 cadillac because:

    - 94-96 cadillac fleetwoods and commercial cars (hearses) have the corvette LT1 engine (in other words, it goes FAST)
    - the LT1 is a very reliable engine, far better than the garbage northstar of the same years in the other caddy models (just dont let it overheat!)
    - 96 was the last year of the big bodied, rear wheel drive cars (better than FWD)
    - 96 was the first year of the OBD2, if you like that
    - 95 has different and possibly better A/C system, configuration and doesnt have the bugs of the 94 LT1 yet also doesnt have the complication of the OBD2 sensors
    - 94 is a slightly different body style than 96, its all about preference.
    - Fuckin leather seats, yo... Super luxurious interior!

    Why you should buy the hearse version and not a "normal car":

    - It still gets like 24MPG on the highway! Thats awesome!
    - Super cool huge vinyl top!
    - 94-96 is mostly fiberglass. This eliminates a lot of the vinyl top rust issues that coaches generally have. Yay!
    - Super reliable because generally they are far lower mileage (half the mileage) than a regular 94-96 caddy. Yes you'll probably have to do repairs, but just be selective
    - Half the price of normal 94-96 caddies, way cheaper than other used cars
    - Hearses turn heads! You'll never drive a more fun car!
    - Lots of room in the back! I carry a casket though. I stopped using it to move stuff because it ruins the interior.. which is again, super luxurious!
    - Still rides like a cadillac, for half the price!
    - People move the fuck out of your way. If you're blessed with wig-wags, you can use these to make people stop (it's illegal, but no cops ever stop you when you're in a hearse)
    - Great conversation piece!

    There are so many pro's to driving a coach. They are seriously so, so beautiful. They're hard to park yes, but the tradeoff is worth it. I know I'm not going to convince you to buy one, because you're looking for a normal car but still! I had to make my case lol.. They bring me so much joy when their original purpose was so solemn and sad. It's a great way to re purpose them. And just for shits and giggles... look, shiny!

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    Quote Originally Posted by Velveteen.Rabbit View Post
    How are Nissans, Infinity(sp?), and Lexus? I don't mind higher end cars too, I'll probably buy used from a couple years ago like I normally do. Often the best value.
    My 2 cents- Nissans are awesome. My parents had one when I was a kid (a Datsun) it still ran for 30 years after they sold it to a relative. Mine has survived a serious deer strike, several spin outs in snow, wayyyy too many miles put on it too fast & other abuses of a vehicle. Obviously regular maint. made that possible. Many people overlook Nissans because they think they look cheap or something but if your goal is being able to rely on your car, choose that brand.

    My neighbor has a super expensive Infiniti & ALL the maint. is done by the dealership (which is far away.) She's crazy rich so it ain't no thing to her but to other people that extra cost adds up.

    I've been told Lexuses are just fancy looking parts on a Toyota frame. IMO no reason to spend more for the name "Lexus" when there are cheaper equivalents out there. BTW thanks to the magic of depreciation, most people aren't better off spending more on a car. With the choices available in the US market, you don't HAVE to spend more to get more. I am proof of that (I got more out of one car purchase than some people get out of two.)

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    Here's a list of 10 cars most likely to reach 250,000 miles, based on Consumer Reports reliability ratings. Scion took first place!

    http://www3.forbes.com/business/10-c...s-that-can-run

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    Quote Originally Posted by MistressX View Post
    Buy a hearse! They are the best! I recommend a 94-96 cadillac. Heehee
    It would be a cool car but there's no way I'd ever find parking! I also live in LA so where are you parking it? Do you live in the outskirts where it's less dense? Or do you just valet everywhere lol?

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    Quote Originally Posted by eagle2 View Post
    Here's a list of 10 cars most likely to reach 250,000 miles, based on Consumer Reports reliability ratings. Scion took first place!
    I keep seeing really good reviews for it. It ranks at the top for reliability and pretty good for pricing too. So why did they discontinue that model after 2015?

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