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Discussion in 'Chit Chat' started by thebikelady, Nov 10, 2008.

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  1. thebikelady

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    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.(!)
     
    #1 thebikelady, Nov 10, 2008
  2. krazykyle

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    I want a mini cooper :frowning2:
     
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  3. James

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

    What kind of car were you looking for? Certain functionality/brand/price range?
     
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    Thought I was alone. :eek:
     
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    Nope. You are quite wrong! I love cars!!!!:thumbsup:
     
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  7. thebikelady

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    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.
     
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    Yay! That's a good choice!

    [​IMG]

    Side note: In the UK (Europe), and Australia it's known as the Jazz.
    The American model has a longer nose though.
     
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    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.
     
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    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!
     
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    No offense but I think mini coopers are one of the
    ugliest cars out there! Just my opinion!:eusa_doh:
     
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    Aww, I love my Mini. It is soooo much fun to drive.
     
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    mini copper re lush
     
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    :eek: Mini Cooper! :grin:

    It's the best car ever.

    You should get a mini cooper. Or even better! A stretch mini, those things are so cute :slight_smile:
     
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    Same here! LOVE cars!
     
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    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.
     
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    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:eusa_danc. 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.

    I actually have emails out right now requesting some quotes. Hopefully they will get back to me soon.
     
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    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.
     
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    Automatic for the LOSE.
     
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    How about a bicycle? You are the bike lady after all. :slight_smile:
     
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