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thebikelady · 10th Nov 2008, 09:06 PM

My car pooped out on me as I was leaving the work parking lot last night. It is pushing that 100,000 mile mark, and I travel a bunch with work. Those two factors considered, I have decided that it is time to get a new car. There is no real point in this post other than the fact that I am kind of excited about my first "grown up" purchase, and I needed an outlet. Having a car payment won't be fun, but a car I can depend on should be.

10th Nov 2008, 09:12 PM

I want a mini cooper

James · 10th Nov 2008, 09:34 PM

Cool that you're getting a new car, our 94 Cavalier has 280,000 and is still running strong, but we're selling it as we have too many vehicles. Good luck on finding a new car, if you need any help PM me.

sdc91 · 10th Nov 2008, 10:17 PM

You can definitely count on me, too... car buff here.

What kind of car were you looking for? Certain functionality/brand/price range?

James · 10th Nov 2008, 10:22 PM

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Originally Posted by sdc91

You can definitely count on me, too... car buff here.

What kind of car were you looking for? Certain functionality/brand/price range?

Thought I was alone.

Kimi · 11th Nov 2008, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by James

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Originally Posted by sdc91

You can definitely count on me, too... car buff here.

What kind of car were you looking for? Certain functionality/brand/price range?

Thought I was alone.

Nope. You are quite wrong! I love cars!!!!

thebikelady · 11th Nov 2008, 04:41 AM

Thanks guys. I intend to go with a Honda Fit. Gets good mileage, can hold a lot of junk, has good reviews, and is not too expensive. The basic model with do me just fine as I am not picky about bells and whistles. Just need something to get me and my hobbies from point A to point B.

Fiorino · 11th Nov 2008, 05:05 AM

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Originally Posted by thebikelady

Thanks guys. I intend to go with a Honda Fit. Gets good mileage, can hold a lot of junk, has good reviews, and is not too expensive. The basic model with do me just fine as I am not picky about bells and whistles. Just need something to get me and my hobbies from point A to point B.

Yay! That's a good choice!

Side note: In the UK (Europe), and Australia it's known as the Jazz.
The American model has a longer nose though.

Kenko · 11th Nov 2008, 06:09 AM

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Originally Posted by thebikelady

Thanks guys. I intend to go with a Honda Fit. Gets good mileage, can hold a lot of junk, has good reviews, and is not too expensive. The basic model with do me just fine as I am not picky about bells and whistles. Just need something to get me and my hobbies from point A to point B.

Good choice. A lot of people go wild when they buy a car and get in massive amounts of debt, but it's great that you want something so practical and reasonable.

xequar · 11th Nov 2008, 09:11 AM

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Originally Posted by thebikelady

Thanks guys. I intend to go with a Honda Fit. Gets good mileage, can hold a lot of junk, has good reviews, and is not too expensive. The basic model with do me just fine as I am not picky about bells and whistles. Just need something to get me and my hobbies from point A to point B.

It's a nice car, and would be at the top of my list if something happened to my Element.

So you're getting that with a manual transmission, right? RIGHT?

Good luck and enjoy the new car!

Mickey · 11th Nov 2008, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by krazykyle

I want a mini cooper

No offense but I think mini coopers are one of the
ugliest cars out there! Just my opinion!

WilbersRevenge · 11th Nov 2008, 09:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Mickey

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Originally Posted by krazykyle

I want a mini cooper

No offense but I think mini coopers are one of the
ugliest cars out there! Just my opinion!

Aww, I love my Mini. It is soooo much fun to drive.

lordjord96 · 11th Nov 2008, 11:26 AM

mini copper re lush

**Ben** · 11th Nov 2008, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by WilbersRevenge

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Originally Posted by Mickey

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Originally Posted by krazykyle

I want a mini cooper

No offense but I think mini coopers are one of the
ugliest cars out there! Just my opinion!

Aww, I love my Mini. It is soooo much fun to drive.

Mini Cooper!

It's the best car ever.

You should get a mini cooper. Or even better! A stretch mini, those things are so cute

**Jim1454** · 11th Nov 2008, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Kimi

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Originally Posted by James

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Originally Posted by sdc91

You can definitely count on me, too... car buff here.

What kind of car were you looking for? Certain functionality/brand/price range?

Thought I was alone.

Nope. You are quite wrong! I love cars!!!!

Same here! LOVE cars!

**EM68** · 11th Nov 2008, 02:15 PM

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Originally Posted by thebikelady

Thanks guys. I intend to go with a Honda Fit. Gets good mileage, can hold a lot of junk, has good reviews, and is not too expensive. The basic model with do me just fine as I am not picky about bells and whistles. Just need something to get me and my hobbies from point A to point B.

The Fit is a good choice! I used to work at a Honda dealership. Try going online to get some prices. Right now the Fit is in high demand. Good luck.

thebikelady · 11th Nov 2008, 05:07 PM

The Mini-Cooper is cool, but not as budget friendly. The Fit was the logical choice based on function and money. I really see a car as more of a good tool. My pride and joy is actually, as far as cool factor is concerned, my Diamondback Mission 3 bike

. The car more so because it is a big step. A bit silly perhaps, but that is how I think.

xequar, Going with an automatic. I don't know how to drive a stick. It's something I could learn, but don't really care to.

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Originally Posted by EM68

The Fit is a good choice! I used to work at a Honda dealership. Try going online to get some prices. Right now the Fit is in high demand. Good luck.

I actually have emails out right now requesting some quotes. Hopefully they will get back to me soon.

thespanishheart · 11th Nov 2008, 08:17 PM

I agree - the fit is a nice choice, especially today.

Nice choice with automatic too. Dpending where you are, stick can be nice, but in the city commute, it's horrible. Better off with easy automatic.

xequar · 12th Nov 2008, 06:36 AM

Automatic for the LOSE.

SlickyPants · 12th Nov 2008, 08:46 AM

How about a bicycle? You are the bike lady after all.

10th Nov 2008, 09:06 PM	#1
thebikelady EC Addict Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: 9? Age: 28 Posts: 485 Join Date: Sep 2008	Car My car pooped out on me as I was leaving the work parking lot last night. It is pushing that 100,000 mile mark, and I travel a bunch with work. Those two factors considered, I have decided that it is time to get a new car. There is no real point in this post other than the fact that I am kind of excited about my first "grown up" purchase, and I needed an outlet. Having a car payment won't be fun, but a car I can depend on should be.

10th Nov 2008, 09:12 PM	#2
krazykyle Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Car I want a mini cooper

10th Nov 2008, 09:34 PM	#3
James EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: PEI, Canada Age: 20 Posts: 927 Join Date: Feb 2008	Re: Car Cool that you're getting a new car, our 94 Cavalier has 280,000 and is still running strong, but we're selling it as we have too many vehicles. Good luck on finding a new car, if you need any help PM me.

10th Nov 2008, 10:17 PM	#4
sdc91 Coop d'état Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Berlin, Germany Age: 21 Posts: 1,607 Join Date: Nov 2007	Re: Car You can definitely count on me, too... car buff here. What kind of car were you looking for? Certain functionality/brand/price range?

11th Nov 2008, 04:41 AM	#7
thebikelady EC Addict Regular Member Gender: Female Orientation: Lesbian Out Status: 9? Age: 28 Posts: 485 Join Date: Sep 2008	Re: Car Thanks guys. I intend to go with a Honda Fit. Gets good mileage, can hold a lot of junk, has good reviews, and is not too expensive. The basic model with do me just fine as I am not picky about bells and whistles. Just need something to get me and my hobbies from point A to point B.

11th Nov 2008, 11:26 AM	#13
lordjord96 -type text here- Full Member Gender: male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Friends and mum Location: milton keynes. Posts: 231 Join Date: Oct 2008	Re: Car mini copper re lush

11th Nov 2008, 08:17 PM	#18
thespanishheart EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Not out at all Location: Tampa Bay, FL Age: 22 Posts: 417 Join Date: Nov 2008	Re: Car I agree - the fit is a nice choice, especially today. Nice choice with automatic too. Dpending where you are, stick can be nice, but in the city commute, it's horrible. Better off with easy automatic.

12th Nov 2008, 06:36 AM	#19
xequar Diapered and collared! Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: I have "The Gay." :) Out Status: Loud and proud! Location: Detroit area, Michigan Age: 30 Posts: 1,746 Join Date: Mar 2007	Re: Car Automatic for the LOSE. __________________

12th Nov 2008, 08:46 AM	#20
SlickyPants EC Addict Full Member Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Location: Winnipeg, MB, Canada Age: 26 Posts: 541 Join Date: Oct 2007	Re: Car How about a bicycle? You are the bike lady after all.