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#41
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This is like the 5th time I've read members wives "won't drive" mini vans. I thought mini vans came about because women didn't want to drive station wagons.
I don't get women when it comes to this.
I'm not a proponent of minivans but there really isn't anything that can compare to the convenience, flexibility and overall utility of one.
fortunately for me I no longer require one.
I don't get women when it comes to this.
I'm not a proponent of minivans but there really isn't anything that can compare to the convenience, flexibility and overall utility of one.
fortunately for me I no longer require one.
She also used to say she won't drive an SUV....there's hope.
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Yeah....people change.
Yeah....people change.
#43
Drifting
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I like the new Ody (sorry Moog!), and the Sienna with sport package is pretty good-looking too. Were I forced to buy a mini-van, I would choose either.
Sounds like your wife has made up her mind already on the Sienna, though. Pics when you pick it up please! And did I say get the sport package?
Sorry you have to give up your sports car to do it.
Sounds like your wife has made up her mind already on the Sienna, though. Pics when you pick it up please! And did I say get the sport package?
Sorry you have to give up your sports car to do it.
Yeah, we pulled the trigger on a Sienna SE(sports package). I'll be sure to post picks after we get it home.
Yes, they most certainly do. My wife certainly changed her tune after giving a minivan a fair chance. We'd looked at almost every three row crossover on the market, and after my wife saw all the merits of a minivan first hand, she was sold. They have sliding doors(biggest single selling point for my wife), more room, more storage and cupholders, slightly better mpg, easier loading height, and better driving dynamics(especially the Sienna SE).
#44
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Thanks guys! And you're all right. It's not like the G has any real sentimental value or is in any way irreplaceable. It's a great car, and there will hopefully be more great cars in my future.
Yeah, we pulled the trigger on a Sienna SE(sports package). I'll be sure to post picks after we get it home.
Yes, they most certainly do. My wife certainly changed her tune after giving a minivan a fair chance. We'd looked at almost every three row crossover on the market, and after my wife saw all the merits of a minivan first hand, she was sold. They have sliding doors(biggest single selling point for my wife), more room, more storage and cupholders, slightly better mpg, easier loading height, and better driving dynamics(especially the Sienna SE).
Yeah, we pulled the trigger on a Sienna SE(sports package). I'll be sure to post picks after we get it home.
Yes, they most certainly do. My wife certainly changed her tune after giving a minivan a fair chance. We'd looked at almost every three row crossover on the market, and after my wife saw all the merits of a minivan first hand, she was sold. They have sliding doors(biggest single selling point for my wife), more room, more storage and cupholders, slightly better mpg, easier loading height, and better driving dynamics(especially the Sienna SE).
Plus if you drop all the seats you can carry 4x8 sheets of plywood for dad to build things.
#45
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What a car company needs to do is create an SUV with sliding doors. That would be the best of both worlds IMO.
In all seriousness congrats on the purchase, OP. Post photos when you get a sec.
In all seriousness congrats on the purchase, OP. Post photos when you get a sec.
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Technically, what are the prerequisites for being an SUV? I mean, this is based on a truck, and has sliding doors
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It still wouldn't have the low lift height, as much space for peeps, or as much room for cargo. Not to mention ride quality and mpgs.
#48
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Good for you. Mini vans really are the absolute best way to haul people and cargo. I'm not a mini van salesman, but when we had ours, it made life much easier. Kids in car seats + sliding doors = win!
Plus if you drop all the seats you can carry 4x8 sheets of plywood for dad to build things.
Plus if you drop all the seats you can carry 4x8 sheets of plywood for dad to build things.
Thanks, will do!
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I keep saying...putting sliding rear doors on a Flex and BAM...total package.
After dealing with a Flex for three days, and now a new explorer...I think I prefer the Flex...the extra length is much easier to deal with.
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OP, congrats on the new car and new family member.
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#53
The sizzle in the Steak
on the Sienna
#54
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I don't have kids so perhaps I don't understand it but I would much rather drive a wagon than a minivan.
Give me an A4 Avant over that Sienna any day. If all the shit doesn't fit in the car, then take less shit IMO.
Give me an A4 Avant over that Sienna any day. If all the shit doesn't fit in the car, then take less shit IMO.
#55
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Lol, and this is where you should have stopped. With two car seats and an 8 year that's only going to get bigger, anything less than 3 rows is not an option.
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However, I sat in the back seat of a 1983 Chevy Malibu with my brother and my sister (in a car seat) and lived.
I think we're all getting to some weird place where our kids need their own reclining bucket seat like they're in Business Class on Quantas or something.
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What dickhead (charliemick) is failing to consider is todays tighter parking spaces vs the ease of sliding doors and not having to worry about you or your kids opening a car into a neighboring vehicle OR having the room to get maneuver and get your kid in/out of your vehicle when some asshole parking 3 inches from you.
#58
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You didn't mention you had three kids so I wasn't sure.
However, I sat in the back seat of a 1983 Chevy Malibu with my brother and my sister (in a car seat) and lived.
I think we're all getting to some weird place where our kids need their own reclining bucket seat like they're in Business Class on Quantas or something.
However, I sat in the back seat of a 1983 Chevy Malibu with my brother and my sister (in a car seat) and lived.
I think we're all getting to some weird place where our kids need their own reclining bucket seat like they're in Business Class on Quantas or something.
What dickhead (charliemick) is failing to consider is todays tighter parking spaces vs the ease of sliding doors and not having to worry about you or your kids opening a car into a neighboring vehicle OR having the room to get maneuver and get your kid in/out of your vehicle when some asshole parking 3 inches from you.
#59
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Exactly. Imagine standing on one foot, using your other to keep the door from hitting the vehicle next to yours, and pulling a nearly 40 pound two year old from their car seat. Then imagine it's blowing 40-50 mph as it often does here. It's quite a site to see. Sliding doors are a HUGE selling point for a parent.
I wasn't necessarily commenting on your particular situation though. Definitely meant no offense.
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Originally Posted by Sarlacc
What dickhead (charliemick) is failing to consider is todays tighter parking spaces vs the ease of sliding doors and not having to worry about you or your kids opening a car into a neighboring vehicle OR having the room to get maneuver and get your kid in/out of your vehicle when some asshole parking 3 inches from you.
BOTH of you knock it off!!
#63
OP Congrats! And it pained me to get rid of my sporty car, so I hope your transition to the RAV4 goes ok.
We just had our first kid and my parents were REALLY pressing us to get a minivan. We ended up getting a crossover and reading this thread is making me question our decision...lol
I have a new found appreciation for sliding doors! And there is never enough space!! The kid just keeps getting more crap that I need to lug around. I end up buying doubles of everything to keep at his grandparents' house.
We just had our first kid and my parents were REALLY pressing us to get a minivan. We ended up getting a crossover and reading this thread is making me question our decision...lol
I have a new found appreciation for sliding doors! And there is never enough space!! The kid just keeps getting more crap that I need to lug around. I end up buying doubles of everything to keep at his grandparents' house.
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OP Congrats! And it pained me to get rid of my sporty car, so I hope your transition to the RAV4 goes ok.
We just had our first kid and my parents were REALLY pressing us to get a minivan. We ended up getting a crossover and reading this thread is making me question our decision...lol
I have a new found appreciation for sliding doors! And there is never enough space!! The kid just keeps getting more crap that I need to lug around. I end up buying doubles of everything to keep at his grandparents' house.
We just had our first kid and my parents were REALLY pressing us to get a minivan. We ended up getting a crossover and reading this thread is making me question our decision...lol
I have a new found appreciation for sliding doors! And there is never enough space!! The kid just keeps getting more crap that I need to lug around. I end up buying doubles of everything to keep at his grandparents' house.
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We ended up getting a 2013 Mazda CX-5. We love it so far. The way it drives/handles outweighs the mediocre power output.
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The way it drives/handles outweighs the mediocre power output.
#68
Congrats on the Sienna! I love minivans (I have an 05 Odyssey) and let me tell you, minivans are a blessing if you have to haul alot of boxes. I was able to clean out my 10x10 storage (about 90% capacity) in 5 trips. I will definitely buy another when this one retires.
#69
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Congrats on the Sienna! I love minivans (I have an 05 Odyssey) and let me tell you, minivans are a blessing if you have to haul alot of boxes. I was able to clean out my 10x10 storage (about 90% capacity) in 5 trips. I will definitely buy another when this one retires.
#70
The sizzle in the Steak
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Congrats on the fam-mobile!
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Tell your sister to drive it, she'll definitely want to buy it. We ended up with a "base" GT model, because after we added some options to the Touring model it was almost the same price. If she wants the NAV, you can skip buying it from the factory and its a quick install, the part is $450 - valid for the models with the upgraded radio.
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6mt?
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Yeah, I couldn't make out the 'x' on that camera angle.
#77
David_Dude
Nice G OP and congrats on the 3rd kid and new minivan purchase. My family had one for almost 12 years! You can get a lot done (like moving etc) and the sliding doors have saved us from embarrassing moments. Never had to worry about hittin the car next to you with the doors (we tend to do that a lot when we were younger).
Congrats again!
Congrats again!
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Looks good though. If I wasn't so hung up on fuel economy, I would love to have a G35xS as a second car instead of my Accord.