mike rousseau Posted January 8, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 It's funny, because some folks love the look and other, not so much! LOL I'd suggest, if you can, take one out for a drive... I bet you'll change your mind! HH PS... I know you're a big guy. I'm 6'3 and about 235 and I have nothing but room not only in the drivers seat, but the second row as well. Can't say I've sat in the third row, but the kids love it back there! Tons of head space that I found lacking in other vehicles. That is super important to me.. That's why I have a ford pickup instead of Chevy... Better feel for a big man... I'm 6'4" 280.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 I to bought a 2008 Uplander, no complaints, got it for $14,500 couldn't beat the price, kids loved it, lots of room I hope you paid 14,500 for it in 2008.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Bacon Posted January 8, 2015 Report Share Posted January 8, 2015 I think the Chrysler vans are the only ones were both the 2nd and 3rd row seats fold down into the floor. The 3rd row folds down in most other brands but the 2nd row would have to be removed and stored if you want use the cargo space. That would be a big selling point for me. My dad drove Chrysler minivans from about 1986 to about 2012. He never had any major issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxgoaler Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 I hope you paid 14,500 for it in 2008.... That's exactly what I paid, through in the extra's and a $500 gas card , tried to get the roof rack thrown in , but they couldn't do it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craigdritchie Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 As you said Mike, all manufacturers have their pros and cons ... people who love them and people who hate them. At the end of the day, it's a vehicle ... which means it will only depreciate and lose value. Unless you can think of a legitimate reason to do otherwise, spend the least you can get away with, and save your cash for things that will actually hold their value or appreciate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted January 9, 2015 Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 As you said Mike, all manufacturers have their pros and cons ... people who love them and people who hate them. At the end of the day, it's a vehicle ... which means it will only depreciate and lose value. Unless you can think of a legitimate reason to do otherwise, spend the least you can get away with, and save your cash for things that will actually hold their value or appreciate. good advice there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted January 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 9, 2015 (edited) As you said Mike, all manufacturers have their pros and cons ... people who love them and people who hate them. At the end of the day, it's a vehicle ... which means it will only depreciate and lose value. Unless you can think of a legitimate reason to do otherwise, spend the least you can get away with, and save your cash for things that will actually hold their value or appreciate. That's why I'm leaning towards the base model dodge caravan for $20,000 brand new... But the wife wants a few options... And I can't blame her cause she is responsible for the kids 6/7 days of the week... Nor can I argue with MY boat parked in the driveway...lol Hopefully we can get the base with a couple extras thrown in or something... We are checking ford Chevy and dodge this weekend... Edited January 9, 2015 by Mike Rousseau Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huzzsaba Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 (edited) I own a 2004 Volvo xc90, and it has been great. Nothing different as far as maintenance than others, and gas mileage is similar to a minivan. If you find a trustworthy mechanic who specializes in Volvos, or can do the work yourself, then they are not at all expensive. I have worked on many cars, and they are by far the easiest to work on. they are uncomparable in the snow, seat 7, and they can tow quite a bit and plenty of cargo space. If you would like to look at them, then I would strongly suggest a 2006 xc90 2.5t with lower mileage. Stay away from any T6 models. You will never have to worry about having a rusted car, as they don't rust. Out of the rest of the bunch, I would suggest the Ford Flex. I think they are pretty roomy, and gotta love the styling. Edited January 10, 2015 by huzzsaba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 ugh, ford flex. we had five of us in that thing (the stretch version at that) to head from hamilton to montreal for my bachelor party. not a comfortable drive at all. i bought my suburban shortly afterwards....wish I had it for that trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
manitoubass2 Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 the only thing missing on a ford flex is the wood panelling hahaha. nice on the inside but ugly as hell. i still say check out a traverse. waaay more functional Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishing n autograph Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 I have a Honda odyssey and bought it used. My van was a lease out and the first owner took care of it. I've put probably 100,000kms on it and not one problem with it other than wear and tear. We love it. Buy used if you need a van Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
huzzsaba Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 (edited) it may be nice to some and ugly to others. Personally I like the styling of the Ford Flex (I guess I like the boxy style since I'm a Volvo guy lol) and the fact that it has quite lot of trunk space compared to other crossovers. For sure you cannot beat cargo space and roominess of the traverse or Acadia. if I was in the market for one of those, I would go straight for the Enclave. Edited January 10, 2015 by huzzsaba Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msp Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 We had a 2002 caravan for years problem free. Lasted till 320k. Stated to rust out pretty good and was having a hard time starting. We did lots of research on various minivans and decided on a 2007 Toyota Sienna. It drove great for about a year and then we blew the tranny $3800 later. The van has been great. In hindsight we should have gone with the caravan again. Good luck with your search Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted January 10, 2015 Report Share Posted January 10, 2015 the only thing missing on a ford flex is the wood panelling hahaha. nice on the inside but ugly as hell. i still say check out a traverse. waaay more functional Ya sorta looks like Clark Griswold`s...family truckster!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike rousseau Posted January 13, 2015 Author Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 Thanks again guys... Took a 2015 caravan out and my wife fell in love.... Looks like the descision is made... Lol And turns out now that my company was purchased by walmart... And I now work for part of walmart... I get some kind of special deal... I haven't talked to the dealer to see what the special deal is yet... Maybe discount... Maybe free add ons... BONUS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lookinforwalleye Posted January 13, 2015 Report Share Posted January 13, 2015 Thanks again guys... Took a 2015 caravan out and my wife fell in love.... Looks like the descision is made... Lol And turns out now that my company was purchased by walmart... And I now work for part of walmart... I get some kind of special deal... I haven't talked to the dealer to see what the special deal is yet... Maybe discount... Maybe free add ons... BONUS! There is a long list of companies that get special discounts...you will basically get preferred invoice price and dont forget you still get what current factory incentives are on as well, essentially you get the vehicle at a little above cost. You have to get a control number and fill out some paperwork someone in your company should know about this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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