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Post by CarolinaGirl71 on May 3, 2021 17:07:21 GMT
If money was no object, I would get a Honda Pilot. My friend had a couple of them and we took her vehicle on many road trips. It’s not too big, not too small, seats fold down flat to haul a ton of stuff. I think it also seats 7-8 depending, if you leave the third row of seats in it. This sounds great off to check it out! I love my Honda Pilot. I've had it since 2016. DD drove mine on a trip and ended up getting one for herself, too! |
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Post by tracylynn on May 3, 2021 17:10:14 GMT
My next car is going to be a Ford Explorer.
I've had 3 Fords in a row, this will be my 4th. Upgrading to the Explorer from an Escape.
I want just a little bit of a bigger car, a little more comfortable, a little more space.
I was going to buy this month, but decided to hold off until we're no longer work from home. So, likely end of year, or early 2022.
The Dealer I buy from as a "no dicker sticker". They can buy in such bulk that their prices beat everyone around. I loathe car shopping, so like knowing I don't have to go in and do much, if any, negotiating.
The Explorer has 3 trims, and I usually go with the highest trim. But the features I want, are all available on the mid-trim. So, will likely go with that and save some money.
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Post by PEAcan pie on May 3, 2021 17:41:57 GMT
If you want to stick with a Chevy for the APlan, I think a Blazer might be right for you. It's an amazing car. I don't have any children riding in my car anymore and I prefer smaller. I just bought myself a 2021 Chevy Trailblazer and I absolutely love it. I treated myself to the top of the line one too. It's got a ton of safety features (my insurance went down despite it being a far more expensive car) and it's got a sunroof and is AWD. Which I'm looking forward to in Michigan. I just drove from Michigan to Gulf Shores, Alabama and back and I have to say I love this car. And look how pretty!  Michigan here too and I love the pic. I just have to make sure at least 5 people can fit. |
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Post by PEAcan pie on May 3, 2021 17:43:10 GMT
My next car is going to be a Ford Explorer. I've had 3 Fords in a row, this will be my 4th. Upgrading to the Explorer from an Escape. I want just a little bit of a bigger car, a little more comfortable, a little more space. I was going to buy this month, but decided to hold off until we're no longer work from home. So, likely end of year, or early 2022. The Dealer I buy from as a "no dicker sticker". They can buy in such bulk that their prices beat everyone around. I loathe car shopping, so like knowing I don't have to go in and do much, if any, negotiating. The Explorer has 3 trims, and I usually go with the highest trim. But the features I want, are all available on the mid-trim. So, will likely go with that and save some money. Which state is the no dicker sticker lol? |
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Post by jeremysgirl on May 3, 2021 17:43:32 GMT
Michigan here too and I love the pic. I just have to make sure at least 5 people can fit. A regular full-sized Blazer, yes. My little Trailblazer, no. |
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Post by PEAcan pie on May 3, 2021 17:47:09 GMT
Hey thanks everyone for your input. Gave me some new ideas and I will go tomorrow and look at some of these. I have extreme plantar fasciitis right now so glad I have a goal on what to check out before I start shopping. I have to actually sit in the vehicle looking online does not do it for me.
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Post by tracylynn on May 3, 2021 18:02:33 GMT
My next car is going to be a Ford Explorer. I've had 3 Fords in a row, this will be my 4th. Upgrading to the Explorer from an Escape. I want just a little bit of a bigger car, a little more comfortable, a little more space. I was going to buy this month, but decided to hold off until we're no longer work from home. So, likely end of year, or early 2022. The Dealer I buy from as a "no dicker sticker". They can buy in such bulk that their prices beat everyone around. I loathe car shopping, so like knowing I don't have to go in and do much, if any, negotiating. The Explorer has 3 trims, and I usually go with the highest trim. But the features I want, are all available on the mid-trim. So, will likely go with that and save some money. Which state is the no dicker sticker lol? It's a Ford Dealership in the Seattle, WA area who chooses to do business that way. |
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Post by Mel on May 3, 2021 18:12:27 GMT
I just got a 2021 Chevy Equinox and I LOVE it. Just the right amount of cargo space, and comfy on long road trips (we put the first 700 miles on it going to visit DD in MO at school). I had 3 deal breaker "wants" in my shopping... AWD, heated seats, remote start. I live in Iowa, those were luxuries that are also somewhat necessities in the winter. When we got to looking I did add a remote lift gate to my wish list, but that wasn't a deal breaker.  We got new because the used were so high priced. It's not my favorite color, but it's growing on me. LOL |
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Post by caangel on May 3, 2021 18:27:27 GMT
This sounds great off to check it out! I love my Honda Pilot. I've had it since 2016. DD drove mine on a trip and ended up getting one for herself, too! My SIL is still driving my 2004 Pilot. I loved that car. We upgraded to a 2014 (used) Honda Odyssey Touring Elite. Love all the space and the convenient features. When my dd graduates from HS in 6yrs I'm planning on looking at the CRVs and hoping for something hybrid/electric. |
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Post by Tamhugh on May 3, 2021 18:48:32 GMT
I have a Mazda CX-5 and I love it. I was hoping to get the Volvo XC-40 but the monthly payments were almost double and we are in pay off all bills and save heavily for retirement mode. We rarely have 5 adults in the car, but when we go somewhere with the whole family, we can all fit. I wouldn't want to do it for long trips though. (The 3 males in our family are all over 6ft)
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Post by cadoodlebug on May 3, 2021 19:34:18 GMT
I just traded in my Honda minivan. I loved that car and had so many memories of hauling Girl and Boy Scouts and friends to different places. With DD graduating, I just don't need that kind of car anymore, but it still hurts! DH wanted to look at the Outback, but we don;t have a subaru dealershp near us. WE don't have a honda dealership either, so any warrenty/maintence was 45min-1hr away and that was a pain. So I refuse to buy a car that doesnt have a local dealershp to us anymore. We just bought a toyota highlander. I love it but there is so much to get used to! In 2019 we traded my 2004 Honda Pilot (I shed tears as we left it looking forlorn on the car lot.) Anyway, we bought a Highlander that I adore! It drive/rides like a sedan and has so much room my DH and DS can ride in the 2nd row seats with plenty of legroom. |
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Post by cadoodlebug on May 3, 2021 19:38:08 GMT
I have to actually sit in the vehicle looking online does not do it for me. I totally get it! In 2018 we went to the car show at Cal Expo in Sacramento. It had every car/brand imaginable so I could sit in all the new models. The thing to notice, for me, is the *lip* on the sides of driver's seat. Some were so high that it actually hurt my upper leg/thigh when I got in the vehicle. Just a thought! |
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Post by Mel on May 3, 2021 20:27:37 GMT
I have to actually sit in the vehicle looking online does not do it for me. I totally get it! In 2018 we went to the car show at Cal Expo in Sacramento. It had every car/brand imaginable so I could sit in all the new models. The thing to notice, for me, is the *lip* on the sides of driver's seat. Some were so high that it actually hurt my upper leg/thigh when I got in the vehicle. Just a thought! I will admit that now that I've been driving my new car for a bit, I do notice that if I don't get positioned just right in the seat! |
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Post by ~summer~ on May 3, 2021 20:28:54 GMT
Now that we have 5 drivers in the family I really need to buy a new car before summer.
I also don’t want to buy an all gas car - so I’m looking at hybrid small SUVs - front runners are the new Toyota Venza and the Lexus NX hybrid.
Really hard to find an AWD that gets at least 40mpg- frustrating.
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Post by workingclassdog on May 3, 2021 20:32:21 GMT
Oh my that A plan is the best.. we saved a ton of money on our new freakin expensive truck.. ugggggg.. but it was a good discount. My cousin works at the plant in KC and we get the best plan offered.
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Post by huskermom98 on May 3, 2021 21:40:38 GMT
I waited 5 years to get my Honda Odyssey once I figured out that it was the minivan I wanted--had to wait to be in a better position financially (i.e. not paying for preschool) and then had to find the exact used one with the features I wanted/needed (mostly a DVD player and low mileage, but ended up with a bonus feature with remote start, but I would have added that if it didn't have it).
I still love it, but am ready to think about what's next. I really like the Honda Pilots, but they aren't cheap. DH has a CRV that I don't mind, but it's a little too small. We bought DS a Nissan Altima last summer and while I really love driving it (very zippy and loaded) I still want something that can hold more people and stuff. I also like being higher up than a regular sedan.
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Post by PLurker on May 3, 2021 21:48:07 GMT
Another Subaru fan. Have/had Outback, Baja, Legacy sedan and Impreza hatchback.
Love them all.
Oh, and I even had a non-AWD Impreza sedan back in the day.
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Post by natscraps on May 3, 2021 21:52:13 GMT
I would stick with the mini van or go with a Honda Pilot. For a mini van, I really love my all wheel drive Toyota Sienna. It does awesome in snow and ice.
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Post by jennifercw on May 3, 2021 22:26:58 GMT
I drove my Honda Odyssey for over 18 years. Yep. That's right. I loved my van. I called it the "Couch on Wheels" because it was so comfortable I felt like I was driving my coach down the street. Loved the little side table for my snacks  and the massive cargo room, especially with the third row folded down. I did feel, though, that I was on borrowed time and I was afraid to take it on long trips, so we ended up giving it to a friend. Still looked pretty good and had only 140k miles on it. I'm super impressed you only had 140K miles on an 18 year old van! My Odyssey is 14 years old with 240K. It's still chugging along but I know what you mean about feeling like being on borrowed time. We'll finish paying off my DH's car in a few months though so as long as the van holds off until then we should be good. I'm considering the Pilot or the CRV next! |
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Post by PEAcan pie on May 3, 2021 23:13:22 GMT
I have to actually sit in the vehicle looking online does not do it for me. I totally get it! In 2018 we went to the car show at Cal Expo in Sacramento. It had every car/brand imaginable so I could sit in all the new models. The thing to notice, for me, is the *lip* on the sides of driver's seat. Some were so high that it actually hurt my upper leg/thigh when I got in the vehicle. Just a thought! Yes!! I have to feel comfortable going in and out, because I am always during errands and running kids everywhere. That is a huge and exactly why I need to go see them. |
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Post by iteach3rdgrade on May 4, 2021 0:56:43 GMT
If you’re interested in the Kia Telluride also consider the Hyundai Pallisade. They’re almost identical vehicles, and have the same issue of selling really quickly so it’s hard to find one, but the comfort, space, safety features, and warranty are worth looking at. I have been researching the GMC Acadia, Volkswagen Atlas, and Hyundai Santa Fe as well. They fit your criteria. I was willing to consider it. They are hard to find around here as well . Crazy! |
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Post by greendragonlady on May 4, 2021 0:59:17 GMT
Don't ask me...we bought our last car (Ford Fusion Hybrid) because I wanted a car that specific color (champagne) that had a rear camera. Those were my criteria!
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Post by cadoodlebug on May 4, 2021 1:47:41 GMT
Yes!! I have to feel comfortable going in and out, because I am always during errands and running kids everywhere. That is a huge and exactly why I need to go see them. I wish I could remember which ones had the high lip ~ of course by now they might have corrected it! |
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Post by Crack-a-lackin on May 4, 2021 1:59:55 GMT
If you’re interested in the Kia Telluride also consider the Hyundai Pallisade. They’re almost identical vehicles, and have the same issue of selling really quickly so it’s hard to find one, but the comfort, space, safety features, and warranty are worth looking at. I have been researching the GMC Acadia, Volkswagen Atlas, and Hyundai Santa Fe as well. They fit your criteria. I was willing to consider it. They are hard to find around here as well . Crazy! It’s worth it to take the time to seek out a Telluride or Palisade. I test drove them both and they feel like luxury vehicles. Lots of features, some unnecessary but make the overall driving experience better, like ambient lighting and sounds. |
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Post by iteach3rdgrade on May 4, 2021 3:12:20 GMT
I was willing to consider it. They are hard to find around here as well . Crazy! It’s worth it to take the time to seek out a Telluride or Palisade. I test drove them both and they feel like luxury vehicles. Lots of features, some unnecessary but make the overall driving experience better, like ambient lighting and sounds. I've had my Telluride a month. I glide to work everyday!  Once I found one to test drive, there was no leaving it. I sacrificed on color, but it's just color. I swore I'd never get black, but technically it's Black Copper... If I had my choice it would have been the dark grey. |
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Post by Laurie on May 4, 2021 4:28:39 GMT
My next car is going to be a Ford Explorer. I've had 3 Fords in a row, this will be my 4th. Upgrading to the Explorer from an Escape. I want just a little bit of a bigger car, a little more comfortable, a little more space. I was going to buy this month, but decided to hold off until we're no longer work from home. So, likely end of year, or early 2022. The Dealer I buy from as a "no dicker sticker". They can buy in such bulk that their prices beat everyone around. I loathe car shopping, so like knowing I don't have to go in and do much, if any, negotiating. The Explorer has 3 trims, and I usually go with the highest trim. But the features I want, are all available on the mid-trim. So, will likely go with that and save some money. Have your tried the Explorer? We had one up until this past weekend and traded it for a Bronco Sport. My dh is about 6’4” and hated the Explorer because it was so uncomfortable. He would choose to drive our Escape over it. Our girls felt the same. The preference in our house for trips more than an hour long was pickup then Escape and last resort the Explorer. |
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Post by tracylynn on May 4, 2021 11:31:55 GMT
My next car is going to be a Ford Explorer. I've had 3 Fords in a row, this will be my 4th. Upgrading to the Explorer from an Escape. I want just a little bit of a bigger car, a little more comfortable, a little more space. I was going to buy this month, but decided to hold off until we're no longer work from home. So, likely end of year, or early 2022. The Dealer I buy from as a "no dicker sticker". They can buy in such bulk that their prices beat everyone around. I loathe car shopping, so like knowing I don't have to go in and do much, if any, negotiating. The Explorer has 3 trims, and I usually go with the highest trim. But the features I want, are all available on the mid-trim. So, will likely go with that and save some money. Have your tried the Explorer? We had one up until this past weekend and traded it for a Bronco Sport. My dh is about 6’4” and hated the Explorer because it was so uncomfortable. He would choose to drive our Escape over it. Our girls felt the same. The preference in our house for trips more than an hour long was pickup then Escape and last resort the Explorer. My parents have one that I've driven several times, so definitely not going in blind. I'm also 5'6", so that may make a difference. |
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Post by janeinbama on May 4, 2021 14:47:55 GMT
Now that we have 5 drivers in the family I really need to buy a new car before summer. I also don’t want to buy an all gas car - so I’m looking at hybrid small SUVs - front runners are the new Toyota Venza and the Lexus NX hybrid. Really hard to find an AWD that gets at least 40mpg- frustrating. We bought a Venza in February and I'm loving getting 42 miles MPG! We looked at Toyota Highlander, RAV4, Honda Pilot and CRV all hybrid. My 2009 Venza was totalled, we drove everything before making a decision. We liked the way the Venza drove and low road noise. If Subaru Ascent had been hybrid, we would have bought it. I liked getting a little smaller and zippier than the Highlander. |
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Post by Mel on May 4, 2021 18:24:30 GMT
I liked getting a little smaller and zippier than the Highlander. I went from a 2011 Kia Sorento (3 rows) to a 2021 Chevy Equinox, and this is the best way to describe the difference! LOL |
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Post by PEAcan pie on May 4, 2021 20:47:33 GMT
Now that we have 5 drivers in the family I really need to buy a new car before summer. I also don’t want to buy an all gas car - so I’m looking at hybrid small SUVs - front runners are the new Toyota Venza and the Lexus NX hybrid. Really hard to find an AWD that gets at least 40mpg- frustrating. We bought a Venza in February and I'm loving getting 42 miles MPG! We looked at Toyota Highlander, RAV4, Honda Pilot and CRV all hybrid. My 2009 Venza was totalled, we drove everything before making a decision. We liked the way the Venza drove and low road noise. If Subaru Ascent had been hybrid, we would have bought it. I liked getting a little smaller and zippier than the Highlander. I just checked this one out online...I am hopefully going to see it in-person Thursday. Do you feel it is roomy inside? |
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We got new because the used were so high priced. It's not my favorite color, but it's growing on me. LOL 
and the massive cargo room, especially with the third row folded down. I did feel, though, that I was on borrowed time and I was afraid to take it on long trips, so we ended up giving it to a friend. Still looked pretty good and had only 140k miles on it.
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