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Old 07-04-2015, 12:46 AM   #1
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Congrats!!!

With that car, you're good to go for the next 25 years.
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Old 07-04-2015, 01:45 PM   #2
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Awesome Classic. Everyone should own a brand new car at least once in their life.
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Old 07-05-2015, 12:35 PM   #3
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Thanks all. Fargon asked in another thread, so I posted a pic there.
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Old 07-05-2015, 07:37 PM   #4
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Just got back from a road trip up to Scranton area. New car kicks ass. Wants to go fast. Is stable at speed.
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Old 07-06-2015, 09:32 AM   #5
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nice!
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Old 07-06-2015, 08:06 PM   #6
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You boys gonna race?
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Old 07-07-2015, 07:00 AM   #7
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Nah, my racing days are over. This car has a CVT.
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Old 07-07-2015, 07:26 AM   #8
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I don't know what CVT means from a driver's point of view.

My car has some sort of stability control where if you try to do some stupid shit at high speed it corrects your input. I haven't tried doing any stupid shit at high speed, so I don't know how well it works.

And instead of just 2 air bags, it has 6! I know this is nothing special these days, but it's cool anyway.

Oh, and XM radio is good, but cuts out more than I like. Even some overhead highway signs make it cut out. My wife digs it though, so we'll probably subscribe after the two month free trial is over.
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Old 07-07-2015, 08:38 AM   #9
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In theory six airbags should be more protection, if they work properly, when you need them. The down side is they're $1000 apiece if they get set off accidently or stolen. Of course it's better to have them than not, but all these bells and whistles come at a price.

The stability control means there is a complicated system of sensors and computers talking to each other and making decisions whether to override your inputs or not. It's doing this while living in a more hostile environment than most electronic systems ever see. Sooner or later, hopefully much later, some part of the system will fail, usually in a fail safe mode. But trouble shooting those systems is difficult and expensive, partly because the software is proprietary and secret. Sure it can be decoded by hackers, but it can't be used in unlicensed diagnostic equipment, putting you at the mercy of the manufacturer(dealer).

Not to cast aspersions on your new car, just a general observation on how complicated they have gotten and the costs. There's no choice either, it applies to every car made these days. Somebody always pipes up, I've got seven bazillion miles on my fluffmobile and never had a lick of trouble. Sure, but the people who have aren't saying anything.

I have an admittedly have a jaundiced eye because the circles I travel in, and publications I read, are full of stories about the exceptions like $2800 Audi head gaskets, $1000 computers (at least a dozen in most cars), and a car totaled by the insurance company because the seats were stolen and it would cost too much to replace them.
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Old 07-07-2015, 09:06 AM   #10
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I tend to agree with you on all points.

My wife had been somewhat unhappy with our old cars for a while and kept talking about buying a brand new one and taking out a loan to pay for it. When this almost new car became available, I saw a way to scratch that new car itch for a fraction of the cost. And I'm digging this car too.

We're gonna sell our Camry as soon as we get around to it. And keep our '95 Prizm. It needs some work though. Probably needs more work than it is worth, but I love that car and think it would be smart to keep it going. And the needing more work than it is worth is simply because it's not worth much of anything at all. It needs a new muffler and a paint job. And I'd like to get better tires for it. Could probably use some struts too. It creaks and groans going over speed humps. And it's got a slight mildew smell inside. I should figure out how to address that.
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Old 07-07-2015, 09:19 AM   #11
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Putting some money in a car you like, vs spending your children's education, plus interest, on a new one? I agree with your choice. However I question the paint job. Since this will be the "second car", so to speak, having primer spots, matte looking paint, and visible duct tape, makes the intimidation factor in an urban environment most valuable.

Oh wait, this is for the girl to drive isn't it. nevermind
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Old 07-07-2015, 02:55 PM   #12
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My scooter has a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission).
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Old 07-07-2015, 04:49 PM   #13
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They work pretty well on small hp applications.
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Old 05-12-2016, 09:56 AM   #14
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I'm getting ready to sell my cousin's 2012 Ford Focus.

Looking for advice in how to go about selling it.

First of all, he has been in one or two accidents with it, and had it repaired through insurance at legitimate body shops that would report that shit to Carfax. I don't know the severity of those accidents, but don't see any visible problems with the car. It looks pretty good, but has a toothpaste or something stain on the passenger seat. I should try to clean that.

The car currently doesn't run. Two issues: He had been trying to start it and wasn't able to because the key would turn in the ignition without the starter even engaging, and instead the alarm would go off. Some Ford bullshit electrical problem. And secondly, I disconnected the battery to spare the neighbors the alarm sound every time he tried this, and also to ensure he would never be able to get the car started because he was a menace on the road.

So it needs a tow to the dealership to get those two things fixed. Battery is easy, but I figure it should wait until it's at the dealer so it won't be honking up the neighborhood.

On the plus side, it should have low miles (Not sure because the battery is disconnected and I can't read the odometer.) And he had purchased the extended service plan, and it has a couple years left on that plan, and the plan will transfer to the new owner.

My wife contacted the dealer and some guy responded that he wanted the VIN and some pictures so he could make us an offer. I appreciate her calling the dealer, but I don't know if he's a repair guy or a salesman.

Is it foolish to talk to a salesman before the car is even running?

Should I get it repaired and then try to sell it, or should I just deal with this salesman and sell it as is?

Is a car automatically considered "rough" even if it looks OK but was in a previous accident?
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Old 05-12-2016, 10:29 AM   #15
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aaaaaaand..... we're at it again. We need a third car. Beest has found one he likes. inventory says it exists.... dealers say #bullshitbullshitbullshithowaboutthisusedoneweredesperatetooffloadinsteaditsamuchbetterdealhonestlybullshitbullshit
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