Wagon?
04-13-2006, 09:52 AM
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Wagon?
I have been thinking about getting rid of my Tahoe since I don't actually tow anything (like I said would when I bought it). Anyways, after thinking about what I really need, I have come to the conclusion that a wagon is it. I need room for my bike (I do not want to get a bike rack and leave my bike out in the open), and I need room for the ocassional run to the hardware store.
So, with that said, what do I look at? I am looking at the Legacy GT, but am not to happy with the idea of buying new, and there are not many on the used market. What else is there to look at around $25k?
So, with that said, what do I look at? I am looking at the Legacy GT, but am not to happy with the idea of buying new, and there are not many on the used market. What else is there to look at around $25k?
04-13-2006, 09:56 AM
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Magnum
Passat W8 w/ 6 speed (rare, but
) used, can find a few on vwvortex.com for sale now
WRX Wagon used,
Edit: Or any other VW Passat or Jetta wagon
Passat W8 w/ 6 speed (rare, but
) used, can find a few on vwvortex.com for sale nowWRX Wagon used,
Edit: Or any other VW Passat or Jetta wagon
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04-13-2006, 09:57 AM
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Originally Posted by pebecl97
Magnum
Passat W8 w/ 6 speed (rare, but ) used, can find a few on vwvortex.com for sale now
WRX Wagon used,
Passat W8 w/ 6 speed (rare, but
) used, can find a few on vwvortex.com for sale nowWRX Wagon used,
My only concern with the WRX is that it is small. I will look into both
04-13-2006, 09:59 AM
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Originally Posted by ATXCLS
Magnum is cool, but expensive, no?
My only concern with the WRX is that it is small. I will look into both
My only concern with the WRX is that it is small. I will look into both
You can get a used magnum (non-hemi) for about that or much less used. I've been seeing the SXT models for 21-22k with low miles.
I love VW, so I would look into a Passat with 4Motion, but thats me
04-13-2006, 10:06 AM
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Magnum. Smaller wagons arent going to cut it, I think.
I tried to fit a Beach Cruiser in my Cruiser unsuccessfully.
(Well I do have a sub box but its pretty small). Depending on the bike it may just be at an awkward angle to fit it in.
I tried to fit a Beach Cruiser in my Cruiser unsuccessfully.
(Well I do have a sub box but its pretty small). Depending on the bike it may just be at an awkward angle to fit it in.
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04-13-2006, 10:08 AM
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Originally Posted by pebecl97
Magnum
Passat W8 w/ 6 speed (rare, but ) used, can find a few on vwvortex.com for sale now
WRX Wagon used,
Edit: Or any other VW Passat or Jetta wagon
Passat W8 w/ 6 speed (rare, but
) used, can find a few on vwvortex.com for sale nowWRX Wagon used,
Edit: Or any other VW Passat or Jetta wagon
04-13-2006, 10:34 AM
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If a Magnum is a bit much take a look at a Subie Forrester, Scion xB, Chevy HHR, or a PTCruiser. fwiw I know that the Forrester and PTCruiser have a huge aftermarket of performance enhancing mods to support these products.
04-13-2006, 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by 95gt
Just set aside another 25k for repairs 
There's always that
Try to get one with factory warranty at least then.
Still, a 8 cyl wagon w/6 speed is pretty hot. That engine is sick
04-13-2006, 11:25 AM
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Originally Posted by 98CLChick
Audi Allroad?
I'm with her...May have some reliability issues though, like the passat wagon.
What happened to the Jag?
04-13-2006, 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by 98CLChick
Audi Allroad?
twin turbo engine + german air-suspension + german electronics = big repair bills
04-13-2006, 12:18 PM
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Get a Certified Audi S4 Avant. That should give you a little extra space and be a decently appointed interior in addition. Hell a couple grand in modding will also get your other fix covered.
04-13-2006, 04:24 PM
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Originally Posted by BstonBruin
I think it'd be much more for a nice used Audi Allroad if he's looking to spend 25 k
That's why I said the S4 Avant. They come in just a little bit less on the used market.
04-13-2006, 06:15 PM
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my parents have a 03' V6 passat wagon, and there have been very little problems so far. It has a bit over 50k and I can't really think of any problems so far. Like a lot of VW's it does use some oil so you have to kinda keep an eye on that. It has had a few stupid little things, like the trim didn't want to stay on.
I forget, my dad wanted to make sure to buy a VW that was still made in germany vs. the ones made in brazil or something. I think when we bought it, they were still making all the wagon models (passat and jetta) in germany.
the S4 avant is really hot too,
I forget, my dad wanted to make sure to buy a VW that was still made in germany vs. the ones made in brazil or something. I think when we bought it, they were still making all the wagon models (passat and jetta) in germany.
the S4 avant is really hot too,
04-13-2006, 07:08 PM
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Subaru Wagon.. they're good new and used.
04-13-2006, 07:15 PM
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Originally Posted by kurt_bradley
That's why I said the S4 Avant. They come in just a little bit less on the used market.
04-14-2006, 07:46 AM
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Originally Posted by BstonBruin
I've always loved the S4 Avant...but I always thought even buying one used it would still cost a bunch...with that said I have no idea where you could find a S4 Avant for 25k and under
Show me where I can get an S4 Avant for under $25k and I will buy it!
04-14-2006, 12:53 PM
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Originally Posted by SPUDMTN
How about a pre-owned Volvo Cross Country? I think it's a compromise between an Audi wagon and a Subaru. 
I love my fiance's cross country
04-17-2006, 03:16 PM
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04-17-2006, 05:18 PM
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Mazda 6 wagon with the v6 is sweet. Hell even the four banger scoots!