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Discussion in 'General Automotive' started by JayhawkRN, Mar 12, 2011.

  1. Mar 12, 2011 at 12:57 PM
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    JayhawkRN

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    So I have been researching what will be my first new vehicle, and jesus it is a tough decision. I have always wanted a Tacoma, but I am having a hard time justifying it. Between climbing gas prices and me wanting more "creature" comforts (leather, dual-zone climate, moonroof, etc). I find myself hesitant to pull the trigger on the Taco, because it lacks these comforts. I WANT the Taco but I don't NEED it. So I ask, if you didn't need a truck. What car would you get?
     
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  2. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:00 PM
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    Sonata. I was going to get one, but I got the truck because it suits my needs better (always hauling crap) and now I tow my brother's Jeep.
     
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  3. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:02 PM
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    What are you looking for? Sadan, sports car, SUV..............
     
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  4. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:04 PM
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    jk a subaru wrx or something like it
     
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  5. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:08 PM
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    IS250!!
     
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  6. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:13 PM
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    JayhawkRN

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    Well the DCSB sport is at the very top of my budget. I am looking at sedans as other options. I looked at the Subaru Legacy and I really like them. I do have winter driving so the AWD would be nice. I also like the looks of the Camry SE.
     
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  7. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:17 PM
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    My mom and dad have a 2009 Camry XLE and they freak'n love it. I would definatly stay with the Toyota brand. (better resale value) Good luck!
     
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  8. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:17 PM
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    I have seen the Sonata's and they are really nice, but I don't know if I trust Hyundai.
     
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  9. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:24 PM
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    My parents just bought another 2011 Camry XLE and it is very nice. They traded a 2005 XLE with only 30k miles but didn't think to ask if I wanted it. They didnt get hardly any trade in value for it
     
    JayhawkRN, Mar 12, 2011
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  10. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:24 PM
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    Airlift rear air bags. Hood struts. sockmonkey bedside decal. TRD supercharger(not installed). Deckplate. Grey wire mod. Extended rear diff breather. 6000k HIDS. 18"Magnaflow. Truxxx 3" level kit. (Temporary) Wet Okole seat covers. BoxRocket bed rack. Bora 0.75 wheel spacers All pro sliders. BAMF BPV. B&M trans cooler.
    Hyundai and Kia have really stepped up the quality. It seems 2006 and up are pretty good. They come with 5 year bumper to bumper warranty i think. Toyota is my first choice but i would consider Kia/Hyundai. My girlfriend has a Kia Soul, no complaints as of yet.
     
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  11. Mar 12, 2011 at 1:35 PM
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    Yes.
    I drove a Camry SE a few years ago and was not impressed. I have a 2009 Corolla XRS (same engine as the TC) and definitely prefer that. I also stick with Toyota. Get a Venza...then you can have leather and TWO moonroofs. :)
     
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  12. Mar 12, 2011 at 2:21 PM
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    TJ Unlimited Rubicon is what I would want if I got rid of the Taco.
     
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  13. Mar 12, 2011 at 2:26 PM
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    Yeah I looked at smaller sedans, but I don't want to crawl into the car. The midsize sedans fit me better.
     
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  14. Mar 12, 2011 at 4:00 PM
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    Mazda R8X I almost bought it instead
     
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  15. Mar 12, 2011 at 4:11 PM
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    a ford pinto on a 4x4 truck frame
     
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  16. Mar 12, 2011 at 8:07 PM
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    I could see myself rocking a Hyundai Equus.

    Hell yes.
     
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  17. Mar 12, 2011 at 8:10 PM
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    Hell ya, but he said the taco is at his highest price. The Venzas are very expensive!
     
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  18. Mar 14, 2011 at 5:51 PM
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    Impreza - WRX or not, love my 2.5
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    Not the fanciest, but you can't go wrong...
     
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    I'd look hard at the Nissan Maxima.
     
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