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You know a van would be the best. Kia Carnival hits all of those. Ground clearance, style, long warranty, 26 MPG, endless seat versatility. You could take all the people you want or cargo.
Did you get one yet?
 
Is that the Buick that is manufactured in China?

It looks really nice though, much better than the small Chevy SUV/CUV.
 
Is that the Buick that is manufactured in China?

It looks really nice though, much better than the small Chevy SUV/CUV.
I know it sells big there but thanks I will have to look into where it is made( USA versions)
 
Preface I've had over 70 cars in my lifetime - most NEW.
I actually have an Excel spreadsheet but I haven't been updating it the last decade.

Had an NEW Altima as a loaner. Terrible. Couldn't wait to get out of it.
Just like Camry loaner I had - NO thank you. PLus 7-8K hit on current market sedans as soon as you are off the lot.

I had a '14 Rogue Select (aka: Qashquai) at the time. That was very comfortable overall. Better seats and ergos than the Altima

I was very comfortable in the base Jetta. Though a new LT1 Camaro was more comfortable still.

I would suggest to lease a Jetta for 2 or 3 years, I would go with the stick. Currently 0/0/0 Down $239/mo.

> UPDATE: Maybe you drive too much to lease
Alternatively A Dodge Charger V6 was a great car and comfy also, maybe better overall than the Jetta though a 10MPG highway hit.

Great speedy highway cruiser both the Jetta and the Charger

DO NOT buy the maintenance program VW push.

Just know you will need tires before you turn it in.

Oh man, do NOT even consider that "Buick" If I'm going to buty a POS Subcompact CUV
I'm paying under 17k for it BRAND NEW - Which I did :)
And NO, the EcoSport is not the car for you.
 
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I was wondering when you would get here Arco
I enjoyed your Rogue reviews over the years
Several of your old rides have been revised however- just saying- time keeps moving on.......
 
Ha! No way any of us are falling for that.

BTW thumbs down on the Buick unless you are a 25-30 year old female. Blech!
I'm thinking about a live feed at Nissan today....
I think it is finally coming together
 
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Flying to Denver this morning and my carnival is also traveling there today. It will take a plane a train and an uber to make the purchase.
Great for you- let us know when you get back!!!
 
I was wondering when you would get here Arco
I enjoyed your Rogue reviews over the years
Several of your old rides have been revised however- just saying- time keeps moving on.......
Sat in a new 21 Rogue Sport. Still well built and comfy. 23 K out the door mid level trim that day. I walked.
Not enough engine though.

I would SERIOUSLY drive a Charger. I had considered one. But Low stock up here last December.
And I'm not buying unseen/undriven "carvana" style; That's Russian Roulette with 3 in the chamber

Problem is; pick the wrong colour and you are that State Cop.
Every car in front of you in the fast lane will slow to 5 over the limit on the Interstate.
Can get frustrating.
 
Sat in a new 21 Rogue Sport. Still well built and comfy. 23 K out the door mid level trim that day. I walked.
Not enough engine though.

I would SERIOUSLY drive a Charger. I had considered one. But Low stock up here last December.
And I'm not buying unseen/undriven "carvana" style; That's Russian Roulette with 3 in the chamber

Problem is; pick the wrong colour and you are that State Cop.
Every car in front of you in the fast lane will slow to 5 over the limit on the Interstate.
Can get frustrating.
In 2014 I was going to buy a Charger. I really couldn't get comfortable in it but I liked it
Bought an Outlander Sport for my mom and then one for myself because those seats never bothered me
Just last month I did 970 miles straight in hers before I sold it for her estate.
But Mitsu prices are way up these days
 
Sat in a new 21 Rogue Sport. Still well built and comfy. 23 K out the door mid level trim that day. I walked.
Not enough engine though.

I would SERIOUSLY drive a Charger. I had considered one. But Low stock up here last December.
And I'm not buying unseen/undriven "carvana" style; That's Russian Roulette with 3 in the chamber

Problem is; pick the wrong colour and you are that State Cop.
Every car in front of you in the fast lane will slow to 5 over the limit on the Interstate.
Can get frustrating.
But they move out of the left lane quickly.

I may be selling mine to Carvana soon. Like new. Want it?
 
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