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10-24-2014, 12:00 PM
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Haven't been in one in a few years, but knew a guy that was svc mgr at a local small Kia store. He had one for a demo, not bad, though a little firm on the bigger wheels.
What about something like a Forte/Elantra? I had an Elantra for a rental for a 4hr each way trip. Not a bad car & got good MPG.
What about the Fiesta?
What about something like a Forte/Elantra? I had an Elantra for a rental for a 4hr each way trip. Not a bad car & got good MPG.
What about the Fiesta?
, my Mom has a negative perception of North American manufacturers...that's something I don't think I can change. Funny because Korean cars were arguably lower on the totem pole to American cars just a few years ago...So, go figure.
She also likes the MINI Countryman but I wonder if the interior is too quirky for her to get used to. I'll have her scope out the other Kia models like the Elantra, Rondo, and Forte as well...
She's considering replacing her 2003 Honda Accord. Would want something a tad smaller since she sucks at parking...again,
mom. So, you racists get the picture. 
10-24-2014, 12:04 PM
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10-24-2014, 12:04 PM
I drive a Subata.
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10-24-2014, 12:06 PM
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Let her drive with other moms are driving.
Corolla or Prius.
It does not matter what kind of car you give her... her driving style will be the same with any car.
Corolla or Prius.
It does not matter what kind of car you give her... her driving style will be the same with any car.
10-24-2014, 12:22 PM
I drive a Subata.
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But she doesn't like Japanese brands though!
10-24-2014, 12:46 PM
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10-24-2014, 01:14 PM
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Being , my Mom has a negative perception of North American manufacturers...that's something I don't think I can change. Funny because Korean cars were arguably lower on the totem pole to American cars just a few years ago...
So, go figure.
She also likes the MINI Countryman but I wonder if the interior is too quirky for her to get used to. I'll have her scope out the other Kia models like the Elantra, Rondo, and Forte as well...
She's considering replacing her 2003 Honda Accord. Would want something a tad smaller since she sucks at parking...again, mom. So, you racists get the picture.
, my Mom has a negative perception of North American manufacturers...that's something I don't think I can change. Funny because Korean cars were arguably lower on the totem pole to American cars just a few years ago...So, go figure.
She also likes the MINI Countryman but I wonder if the interior is too quirky for her to get used to. I'll have her scope out the other Kia models like the Elantra, Rondo, and Forte as well...
She's considering replacing her 2003 Honda Accord. Would want something a tad smaller since she sucks at parking...again,
mom. So, you racists get the picture. A standard Mini without all the tech might not be too bad. If not the Countryman, the Cooper 5door could work.
CLA250?
10-24-2014, 01:19 PM
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10-24-2014, 01:22 PM
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10-24-2014, 01:35 PM
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10-24-2014, 01:58 PM
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10-24-2014, 02:03 PM
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10-27-2014, 08:49 AM
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I found a better solution, I'll just not post that stuff anymore. no biggie.
10-27-2014, 09:36 AM
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You guys have seen the new Lincoln MKC commercials with Matthew McConaughey, right?
The SNL on Saturday night had some hilarious parodies with Jim Carrey. You have to see them.
There's three of them in this video:
The SNL on Saturday night had some hilarious parodies with Jim Carrey. You have to see them.
There's three of them in this video:
10-27-2014, 09:40 AM
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I was cracking up when I saw those this weekend.
10-27-2014, 09:56 AM
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so good lmfao
10-27-2014, 10:02 AM
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"The uploader has not made this video available in your country."
Racist bastard.
Racist bastard.
10-27-2014, 10:15 AM
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Not our fault you live in Canuckistan.
10-27-2014, 10:16 AM
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10-27-2014, 10:32 AM
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Aman, try this one...
10-27-2014, 12:35 PM
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That was hilarious. 
10-27-2014, 01:12 PM
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10-27-2014, 01:20 PM
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@lincoln commercialswtf.. Nissan best and worst reliability..
10-27-2014, 03:10 PM
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18 months and 27,000 miles and the leather on my driver seat bolster has already cracked significantly. Fuuuuuuu.q
10-27-2014, 05:31 PM
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how can 328/320 being the worst model and 4 series being the best when they are pretty much the same car?
10-27-2014, 05:53 PM
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Because Consumer Reports. Don't try to make sense of it.
10-27-2014, 07:28 PM
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I saw a 350Z with FOUR fart cans on it at the Atlanta airport. Four. I couldn't grab a photo ... It was simply ridiculous. Two of the cans were half tucked in the rear valence.
10-27-2014, 07:34 PM
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And yes, I did post it - because it makes no sense. I just thought it was funny that the BRZ, FRS, and RLX were the supposed worst cars from their respective manufacturers, especially when you look at what the best cars were.
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10-27-2014, 08:33 PM
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Got a Passat TSI as a rental. Not a bad car at all. Especially for $20k.
Few things need to be better:
1. Wind noise (probably sound deadening and thin glass)
2. Seats are very uncomfortable. Cushions are too hard
The car has something like a 680 mile range according to the computer, car is geared great: 2,000 RPM @ 72mph. Great space.
Honestly, if they fix the seats, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a family sedan. I would probably buy the diesel, but at $20K for a Passat S, I don't see how you can get a better package at that size.
Few things need to be better:
1. Wind noise (probably sound deadening and thin glass)
2. Seats are very uncomfortable. Cushions are too hard
The car has something like a 680 mile range according to the computer, car is geared great: 2,000 RPM @ 72mph. Great space.
Honestly, if they fix the seats, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a family sedan. I would probably buy the diesel, but at $20K for a Passat S, I don't see how you can get a better package at that size.
10-28-2014, 08:27 AM
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Yeeeeaaaahhh
10-28-2014, 09:15 AM
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10-28-2014, 09:31 AM
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Got a Passat TSI as a rental. Not a bad car at all. Especially for $20k.
Few things need to be better:
1. Wind noise (probably sound deadening and thin glass)
2. Seats are very uncomfortable. Cushions are too hard
The car has something like a 680 mile range according to the computer, car is geared great: 2,000 RPM @ 72mph. Great space.
Honestly, if they fix the seats, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a family sedan. I would probably buy the diesel, but at $20K for a Passat S, I don't see how you can get a better package at that size.
Few things need to be better:
1. Wind noise (probably sound deadening and thin glass)
2. Seats are very uncomfortable. Cushions are too hard
The car has something like a 680 mile range according to the computer, car is geared great: 2,000 RPM @ 72mph. Great space.
Honestly, if they fix the seats, I would recommend it to anyone looking for a family sedan. I would probably buy the diesel, but at $20K for a Passat S, I don't see how you can get a better package at that size.
Decent power & comfortable ride.
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10-28-2014, 10:21 AM
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10-28-2014, 11:30 AM
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I don't like how any of the VQ powered cars sound
And yes, I did post it - because it makes no sense. I just thought it was funny that the BRZ, FRS, and RLX were the supposed worst cars from their respective manufacturers, especially when you look at what the best cars were.
And yes, I did post it - because it makes no sense. I just thought it was funny that the BRZ, FRS, and RLX were the supposed worst cars from their respective manufacturers, especially when you look at what the best cars were.
it seems someone took the "study" VERY seriously.
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10-28-2014, 03:22 PM
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The Avant got an oil change and brake fluid service at the Audi.
Costcos was running a nice saving on Goodyear wiperblades. So bought a pair for the Avant. It was like $10 for the pair. Lol Just finished changing them out.
The car is still like a new car after five years!
Costcos was running a nice saving on Goodyear wiperblades. So bought a pair for the Avant. It was like $10 for the pair. Lol Just finished changing them out.
The car is still like a new car after five years!
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