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Topic: New car recommendations?  (Read 1597 times)

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NowhereMan

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Of course this one:

Goes 0 to 60 in 2.8 seconds and it comes complete with a “frunk”... I’m sold!
Please don't spoil my day, I'm miles away...


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I recently got myself a Subaru Outback, and it's been a fantastic choice for hauling stuff around. The guys over at A1autotransport helped me out with the logistics, and I got a good deal on it.
« Last Edit: June 06, 2024, 10:11:49 AM by FlyingFish »


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I to am looking to change my 2015 crv for something a little easier to sleep in if need be. Been looking at the transit vans. Have not checked into reliability just yet though. The lower profile ones. I know Hojo has one. Hopefully he will chime in. I do know most are either 2 or 2.5 liter. 2.5 liter would be my choice.Only draw back is I prefer AWD in my vehicles.
« Last Edit: May 14, 2024, 12:07:43 PM by Bulldog---Alex »
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NowhereMan

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Just for the record, my wife bought a Tesla Model Y, so I inherited her 2019 Subaru Crosstrek (my favorite color, "Home Depot Orange"). The first thing I did was install a hitch and then an "Ironman" lift kit, which raised it about 2 inches. I've been trying to abuse the tires ever since, so that I can put on some bigger ones, but unfortunately, the tires have proven hard to kill. Anyways, it's a bit small for sleeping in, but it is possible in a pinch (I'm about 6' 1"). It works great to haul around my AIs (yes, that's plural), and I expect to get many years of use out of it.

As for the 2004 CRV, after painting it rattlecan-orange, I managed to keep it running and used it pretty regularly until this winter. It sat unused for a couple of months during the rainy season and got some serious mold growth inside. So, I gave it away to Goodwill and they auctioned it off for $800. If you see an orange CRV, it has to be the one...
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I have been using my model Y to save gas and climate change when I use my Lynx, but will not put my Outback on it. For that I have a 2010 Rav4.

Older CRVs and Rav4s had the side swing door which is great for accessing the back if a kayak is on the roof. It helps when I need to get the dog out without moving the yak.
When I researched it, the RAV4 in 2010 and 2011 model years were supposed to be more reliable than similar looking 2007-2008 years as far as oil burning goes. Admittedly I think the CRVs might have a better feel of the road but they switched away from the side swing door earlier.
Subies have that pesky head gasket issue... $$$.
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