Broke 0 #76 November 8, 2006 The Nissan Sentra with the sports suspension handles quite well at triple digit speeds. Do you live ITP or OTP?Divot your source for all things Hillbilly. Anvil Brother 84 SCR 14192 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #77 November 8, 2006 QuoteNow that's a nice looking car... You know I was never a "car person" until I started shopping for my new car. I generally think spending too much on a car is a waste of money. But, I still bought a Sequoia and I absolutely LOVE it! Money well spent! It was pre-owned, but low mileage and excellent condition; and I held out until the end of their sales quarter to get the best deal.... But, in my shopping I test drove just about everything on the market from run-of-the-mill to high-end luxury, just to check everything out, learn more about "What the hell makes the 500 so much freaking better and 100 times more expensive than the 235, etc." Like Krisanne said, though: I discovered a lot of the higher-end vehicles were available almost identically in another make, but for $20k+ less w/out the name. But, I haven't found any car like the FX45. There's a guy who drives one, too, that gets breakfast the same time as us every morning and I stare at his car the whole time I'm waiting. I swear I'm not that girl who goes for the car...but you have to admit, it's a hot ride.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #78 November 8, 2006 QuoteThere's no accounting for taste. You didn't add what car you'd love and/or recommend in the "sporty & roomy" category. A Schwinn w/ a basket, perhaps?Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #79 November 8, 2006 Ok hippie.. here is a link to my actual car. I'm not pushing the Audi and will agree with Quade the VW GTI is more then enough car. I just like my car For a get around town, drive long trips and haul 2+ people + gear. This little sport-hatch has it all. Granted I paid close to $30k but it's well worth the cost. If you have any questions you can send me a pm or ask here. Quade is more then knowledgeable about these cars also. I've modded mine more for performance then regular driving since I joined a Euro car club and we hit the track once a quarter. She'll hit the triple digits pretty quickly stock. They drive very deceivingly... as in you can tool around town on the freeways at 90 and feel like you're driving 45. Only clue is everyone is looking at you like you're driving like a maniac, but in the car you feel as though you've got total control of the situation. Which in fact you do. It's a blast to drive. Slappie's A3 I do have some complaints though. Nothing so major I'm regretting my purchase. ***edit*** Edited to add a link to a really tricked out GTI - more for you and Quade to look at the possibilities. No it's not practical but damn it looks like fun!! http://www.vwvortex.com/artman/publish/vortex_news/article_1857.shtml "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hambone 0 #80 November 8, 2006 QuoteHere you go. Of course you have to get the orange!! Paul there is no grey on that car thus its not acceptable. your car must have orange grey and black.Yeah...You need to grow up. -Skymama Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #81 November 8, 2006 QuoteQuoteThere's no accounting for taste. You didn't add what car you'd love and/or recommend in the "sporty & roomy" category. A Schwinn w/ a basket, perhaps? OK, I'd recommend the Acura MDX (both the old and recently released new generation) the turbocharged Acura RDX, and the Honda CRV (both old and recently released new generations). Having designed interior parts for Honda/Acura for 10 years, I'm biased. I do have a lot of knowledge of the competition, however. In order to help give useful suggestions to the person that started the thread, it is necessary to know if they are open to the idea of hatchbacks, wagons, SUVs (they aren't all huge), whether they want a manual transmission (some will accept nothing else), 2 door or 4 door if they want a regular car type body, if they think that 4 cylinder engines are inadequate (many are convinced they are all too weak to consider), if they only want to buy new, and how much money they are willing to spend. Do they only want room for cargo, or do they want to be able to sleep in it (some vehicles can allow you to sleep completely flat in them). Do they have kids (do they want 3 rows of seats)... Someone that liked a vibe might like the Honda Fit, which actually is quite sporty and very versatile/roomy, but it is hard to tell without more input. I think the FX45/Murano have absolutely awful visibility to the rear and sides. It is easy to not recognize how important that is until after you buy a car.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #82 November 8, 2006 QuoteI generally think spending too much on a car is a waste of money. But, I still bought a Sequoia and I absolutely LOVE it! Blush I curious about what characteristics of the Sequoia were attractive to you. I don't think it compares well to the Honda Pilot, did you look at that? The Sequoia is significantly bigger/bulkier. Perhaps the Sequoia has more towing capacity. If you're partial to the Toyota lineup, what pushed you to their land yacht instead of the Highlander?People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #83 November 8, 2006 I was just teasing you. But, for the sake of conversation: QuoteI'd recommend the Acura MDX I test drove one. GREAT car! Weren't any pre-owned ones available that fit my requirements (mileage, condition, price, etc.). Having said that: QuoteIn order to help give useful suggestions to the person that started the thread, it is necessary to know if they are open to the idea of... Having recently (beginning of this year) just driven about everything on the market (quite seriously I test drove 1-4 cars just about every day for three months), my desires changed. I went from wanting a sporty car & manual, to buying a luxury, automatic SUV. I don't have kids, but my girl (who I named "Big Lola" since my previous little Sunfire was just named "Lola") came with third row seating, for goodness sakes. It worked out wonderfully, though, as I removed the third row seating which created massive room for "stuff" when traveling, but more importantly is a FANTASTIC area for Cruzer--we stuck a piece of soft, fluffy carpet back there & toys for him. Cruz can stick his head out the back window that rolls down, too. It's the perfect kennel on wheels! It was the funniest thing...I was actually looking at the new FXs when there in the pre-owned lot at the Infiniti dealership was Big Lola. She was beautiful. And so I sat in her, took her for a drive and was sold. But I didn't buy her until six weeks later. And of course I looked at all the Toyota dealerships at pre-owned Sequoias to compare. Big Lola took the cake. She had all the goodies; goodies I didn't much care about until I drove her and fell in love. So....I can safely say, though it's good to have an idea of what you want/need, etc., it is DEFINITELY open to change when you're actually out looking. But, my main requirements (mileage, condition & price) were all pretty much met. She had about 2k more miles on her than I wanted, and I spent about $2k more than I wanted. But, her condition was impecable (and she even had all her maintenance records and was still under warranty.) And I'm SOOOO happy with what I got (and sooooo thankful I didn't buy the H3 which was another car I was considering. I do NOT know what I was thinking on that one.) QuoteI think the FX45/Murano have absolutely awful visibility to the rear and sides. Billy loved the Murano. I didn't. I didn't notice much limitation in the visibility, though, in the FX. But, I don't see all that well anyways. Juuuust kidding.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freeflir29 0 #84 November 8, 2006 I'm really thinking of selling my Mitsubishi and buying a Honda. I like my Mitsubishi but there is an appalling lack of high performance and after market custom parts. Hondas OTOH have a PLETHORA of parts available. Is it wrong to choose a car based on the after market part availability? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #85 November 8, 2006 QuoteI curious about what characteristics of the Sequoia were attractive to you. I don't think it compares well to the Honda Pilot, did you look at that? The Sequoia is significantly bigger/bulkier. Perhaps the Sequoia has more towing capacity. If you're partial to the Toyota lineup, what pushed you to their land yacht instead of the Highlander? Yep, drove a Honda Pilot. Nice. Nothing really loved or disliked about it. I definitely would have considered it. Problem is new ones with what I wanted were more than I wanted to spend (and didn't love it enough to consider spending) and pre-owned ones in crap condition. I'm also VERY big on cup-holders. Seems silly, but on road trips I always have water & a latte and if I've got passengers, they usually have drinks as well. I don't like cup holders that, when a cup is in them, blocks any of my controls. I also don't want to have to reach WAY down for my cup (like in the Lexus RX & Chevy Equinox). You might think it sounds ridiculous, but whatever---I'm a girl who likes good cup-holders & placement. The Sequoia, by far, drove the nicest/smoothest out of any SUV I drove & was equally if not even easier to manuever than other SUVs. I'm not the best at parking, but I can parrallel the hell out of my Sequoia. She's very responsive. I also loved the comfort factor. Every other month I make a 10-hour round trip to my corporate office and the drive, in my Sunfire, was KILLING me. While I sat in many comfortable vehicles, I felt the Sequoia was most comfortable for me; she's definitely proven to be so on the trips I've taken in her since. I wasn't partial to Toyota but became partial to them in my process. Everyone I talked to at every dealership LOVED their Toyota; drove their Toyota into the ground; never had a problem with their Toyota; wished they'd never traded in their Toyota. Toyota has excellent history of these claims, as well. I'm lucky i don't have to worry about cost of maintenance, so cost of that didn't factor in for me. I have a very good family friend that owns a very awesome shop and can fix/maintain anything. He's maintenanced every car I've ever owned from beginning to trade for free, including parts but thankfully I've never needed anything more than a replacement belt. But, sundevil....the Highlander??? I HATED the Highlander. 'Nuff said.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #86 November 8, 2006 Doesn't the Sequoia 3rd row seat fold/stow away? The 3rd row on the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX do. I think it is a big pain in the ass to need to remove it. Did you want the 3rd row for seating capacity or room for the dog? Honestly, the Sequoia drives like a barge. I think that one of the best reasons for buying an SUV or minivan is that the 2nd row of seats will recline, and that makes a HUGE difference in the ability of kids to sleep comfortably/for a long time. If your kids can sleep easily, then parents can be happy. People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
popsjumper 2 #87 November 8, 2006 Freakin' youngsters....downsize, downsize, downsize. That's all they can think of. Jeez, get the RV and be done with it. My reality and yours are quite different. I think we're all Bozos on this bus. Falcon5232, SCS8170, SCSA353, POPS9398, DS239 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sundevil777 102 #88 November 8, 2006 QuoteThe Sequoia, by far, drove the nicest/smoothest out of any SUV I drove & was equally if not even easier to manuever than other SUVs. Perceptions are quite interesting, because I can tell you with absolute confidence that when all the things that you could measure are compared, the Sequoia is a barge. But, perceptions by individuals are different than measurments, that is for sure. All that matters is that you're satisfied.People are sick and tired of being told that ordinary and decent people are fed up in this country with being sick and tired. I’m certainly not, and I’m sick and tired of being told that I am Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #89 November 8, 2006 QuoteDoesn't the Sequoia 3rd row seat fold/stow away? The 3rd row on the Honda Pilot and Acura MDX do. I think it is a big pain in the ass to need to remove it Not in mine. Yes, it was a pain in the ass to remove; but watching all the boys come out of their houses to check out my new ride and help Billy try to figure out how to remove it (w/out checking the owner's manual first, of course) was SO worth it. I agree that if you needed it, it'd be a hassle. I plastic'd mine up (for possible trade/resale whatever down the road) and stored them in the attic. I have no need for the third row. The extra room is/has been a BIG plus.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #90 November 8, 2006 QuotePerceptions are quite interesting, because I can tell you with absolute confidence that when all the things that you could measure are compared, the Sequoia is a barge Yes, most definitely a straight up against the wall "Agree to disagree" scenario. I mean, I drove EVERY SUV and can't imagine how you could even think/say that. Billy LOOOOOOVES driving it, too. It was definitely the ease of the drive that I fell in love with most. SO easy to maneuver. SO smooth. SOOOO happy.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #91 November 8, 2006 No it's not perceptions. The Sequoia is a land yacht mostly owned by stay at home moms that don't have to pay for the fuel or the maintenance. They drive like tanks, used way to much fuel. Toyota was competing with the large SUVs when they designed it. It's pretty much a dinosaur now in today's market. Only for the "rich an well off" that can afford the fuel costs or just don't give a rats ass how much pollution or fossil fuels they burn up. They deserve their luxury. Well I've probably got more HPs hitting the ground and Torque then that oil tanker you call an SUV. And I get 32 on the highway and 25 around town in my little 4cyl. Which would actually be much better if I didn't lead foot it everywhere. IF I had a family of 6 and needed the room maybe an SUV that size might be necessary. Only if I had to carry all the kids to soccer, football baseball or if one of my kids played the tuba. Justify it to yourself, don't try and sell me on it, I aint buying your self indulgence. "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #92 November 8, 2006 So, Slappie: how about a Expedition then? Hippie: did you look at the Acura RSX? Smallish hatch coupe, fun, practical (the hatch thing) and not too expensive.Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #93 November 8, 2006 QuoteNo it's not perceptions. The Sequoia is a land yacht mostly owned by stay at home moms that don't have to pay for the fuel or the maintenance. They drive like tanks, used way to much fuel. Toyota was competing with the large SUVs when they designed it. It's pretty much a dinosaur now in today's market. Only for the "rich an well off" that can afford the fuel costs or just don't give a rats ass how much pollution or fossil fuels they burn up. They deserve their luxury. Well I've probably got more HPs hitting the ground and Torque then that oil tanker you call an SUV. And I get 32 on the highway and 25 around town in my little 4cyl. Which would actually be much better if I didn't lead foot it everywhere. IF I had a family of 6 and needed the room maybe an SUV that size might be necessary. Only if I had to carry all the kids to soccer, football baseball or if one of my kids played the tuba. Justify it to yourself, don't try and sell me on it, I aint buying your self indulgence. Yowza. Yes, you have me pegged. I'm a rich mother of six who could care less about the environment. Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ExAFO 0 #94 November 8, 2006 Honda Element.Illinois needs a CCW Law. NOW. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #95 November 8, 2006 Do you always take everything posted to be about you? Everything is about you. I'll remember that from now on. "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #96 November 8, 2006 QuoteSo, Slappie: how about a Expedition then? Excursion is worse... 12mpg on the highway 9 in the city. (exaggerations) but damn that thing is an A1 Abrams. "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #97 November 8, 2006 I was the only one who stated she drives/likes the Sequoia so... Yup! Definitely about me. Funny, I looked all over for a hybrid SUV, but you have to be a millionaire to buy one of the few available on the market. Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Slappie 9 #98 November 8, 2006 QuoteI was the only one who stated she drives/likes the Sequoia so... Yup! Definitely about me. Funny, I looked all over for a hybrid SUV, but you have to be rich to buy one of the few available on the market. Actually it wasn't about you... it was about your choice in vehicles. I singled out the Toyota only because you're the only one who's stated they love to drive a land yacht. /shrugs maybe it was directed at you.. "Find out just what any people will quietly submit to and you have found out the exact measure of injustice and wrong which will be imposed upon them." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PLFXpert 0 #99 November 8, 2006 Quoteshrugs maybe it was directed at you.. It was, and I insist you ride in it with me on a LOOONG trip to your funeral. At least you'll die happy.Paint me in a corner, but my color comes back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
simplyputsi 0 #100 November 8, 2006 QuoteQuoteHere you go. Of course you have to get the orange!! Paul there is no grey on that car thus its not acceptable. your car must have orange grey and black. The tires are black, and I'll put a grey racing stripe on it. Everyone knows racing stripes add 10hp anyway. Now if only I had the mill to buy it.Skymama's #2 stalker - Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
