bigbuck Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Lew, tell her to go for it. We got rid of our '03 Element with 65000k's on it with NO PROBLEMS whatsoever. It was a great vehicle and I had two beefs with it, it needed a bigger gas tank (55L) and some more power (156hp). Going up the hills north of the Sault fully loaded were no fun but other than those 2 minor beefs, it was awesome. Like you, I'm a die hard GM kinda guy with 2 Oldsmobiles on the driveway now (the Element was sold to make way for a minivan). I'm just not a 4banger guy, I need at least 6 cylinders and preferably a V8 under the hood (my car has an 8). I'm no speed demon but when I have to pass someone, it's nice to know that the power is on tap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted March 9, 2007 Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 Some one mention domestic cars and the lousy re sale value no argument here but I say use that to your advantage, a low mileage 06 Civic will cost 18-20 grand a low mileage 06 Chevy Cobalt or similar car will cost 12 grand I say take the domestic and she can pocket the 8 grand and put it towards a nice fathers day gift for her great dad. p.s. Last night I bought a used low mileage 06 Buick Allure to replace my Maxima looked at the 06 Accord and Camry`s as well but at 26 grand i went for the 16 grand Buick to me it was a no brainer the Buick was much smoother and much more comfortable driving car than the imports. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted March 9, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2007 I say take the domestic and she can pocket the 8 grand and put it towards a nice fathers day gift for her great dad. I like the way you think lookinforwalleye Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecmilley Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Lew if your daughter is buyiing used and you want a second opinion on the car she picks your more than welcome to bring it over, we'll throw it up on a hoist and go over it with a fine tooth comb Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted March 10, 2007 Author Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Thanks Ernie, very generous of you, but she'll be getting a new one. I do appreciate your offer though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted March 10, 2007 Report Share Posted March 10, 2007 Have to concur with most here Lew, the Civic is a fantastic car. Only other thing I'd mention, if resale isn't a factor, that is if Sheri plans to drive the car for a long time, then I'd look at a comparable Hyundai. IMO, you're getting Honda quality with an even better warranty for less money. Only negative is the resale value can't hold a candle to Honda's.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tybo Posted March 11, 2007 Report Share Posted March 11, 2007 Lew, before you make your minds up on the civic. Take a look at Saturn. They are one of the best commuter car out there, and very affordable with great gas mileage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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