have 15K to spend, need a used family car...help me out

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01-25-2011, 08:15 AM

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I don't hear good things about volvo reliability either.

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01-25-2011, 09:37 AM

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^+1. I'm a closet S60R fan, but would probably never buy one.

And I would definitely buy a 3G TL over any Accord. And I'm an Accord owner.

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01-25-2011, 10:08 AM

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Edge is very highly rated. Most people I know with them, love them.

In fact...a friend who is pregnant with their first just picked up a pre-owned one for the baby.

Is the baby a Stig? Otherwise won't it sit for a while until they turn 16?

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01-25-2011, 03:12 PM

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I don't hear good things about volvo reliability either.

In 5 years of ownership, I replaced a thermostat and a power window motor. And because I lived in Europe, I replaced the OEM brakes with aftermarket rotors and pads. Not a nightmare at all.

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01-25-2011, 04:37 PM

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I think the older Explorers have a center of gravity that is way too high for my liking ... Same with the Chevy Trailblazer. I'd rather get a wagon but I know not everyone feels that way.

I think a Subie Outback 2.5XT would be a great option.

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01-25-2011, 07:40 PM

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alright, went to car max today so we could look at a few things, pilot is in the running, going to cost me more then i wanted.....accord still there....but also added the Ford Edge....what you guys know about them?

I am a big fan of the Edge. I like the look of it inside and out. I haven't driven one but all the reviews I have read are good and my BIL had one for a couple weeks. He loved it.

One complaint....it is not that large. It is smaller than the Pilot.

You may be able to look at the 04+ Pathfinders as well. They are more expensive but they seem a lot bigger than my 03 Pathfinder.

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01-25-2011, 07:41 PM

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I don't hear good things about volvo reliability either.

They are horrible. Everyone I know that has(d) one said that they were awesome cars until they started to break and then it was a money pit.

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01-25-2011, 10:23 PM

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Bought a white '08 v6 accord

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01-26-2011, 12:01 AM

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Congrats! Pics?

Check out and if you're looking for an Accord forum.

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01-26-2011, 05:39 AM

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Bought a white '08 v6 accord

Congrats.

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01-26-2011, 06:57 AM

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no pics, just a basic V6 white accord...tan leather. the rims were torn up and tires worn out so I also negotiated swapping wheels and tires off another car that basically had brand new tires.

The car shifts pretty firm...makes me a little nervous...but it's certified and has the 7yr/100K powertrain warranty....

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01-26-2011, 07:33 AM

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Was it a fairly new one?

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In 5 years of ownership, I replaced a thermostat and a power window motor. And because I lived in Europe, I replaced the OEM brakes with aftermarket rotors and pads. Not a nightmare at all.

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