ITT: Jameseypoo needs a car

[Jamesypoo]

I'm more than likely going to throw my car on ebay here in the next couple weeks. I am looking at something else that would be

1) An excellent commuter (decent mpg)... I'll be driving an hour and fifteen minutes to classes for my final three and a half years of school
2) 4x4 or awd
3) Dependable
4) Price around $5k
5) I definitely do NOT want a tiny car. I know it's hard to find a car great on gas mileage that isn't small, which is why I'm asking you guys.



I've been looking at a couple 99-00 Subaru Outbacks. Anyone have any other suggestions?

Don't clutter this thread with nonsense. Thanks.

[LiquidClen]

I was thinking subaru too. Can WRXs be had for 5k?

[bluecar]

I'd stick with subaru...maybe legacy (I think)...only thing I know of that's both older and AWD with decent mpg.

[bluecar]

http://www.dragtimes.com/images/6910-2005-Subaru-Legacy.jpg

[pl8er]

year requirement?

[Jamesypoo]

http://www.dragtimes.com/images/6910-2005-Subaru-Legacy.jpg
That's a legacy? Damn.. that's really nice.
year requirement?

Nah, 5k range with preferably less than 100k

[bluecar]

To get your price price range, you are looking at a 10 year old one though. I dunno...

[Jamesypoo]

I just don't want to finance again, although I guess financing is a part of life. If I didn't have a shit load of school left I'd have no problem financing a $25k car :(

[bluecar]

Oh, I understand. Perhaps you'd be willing to scale back some of your requirements. Abdicating AWD is a big step towards that.

[icpurplepplalot]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Subaru-Legacy-Outback-exc-condition-AWD-Leather-Loaded_W0QQitemZ330323381794QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item330323381794&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-Subaru-Impreza-Outback-Sport-Automatic-4-Door-Wago_W0QQitemZ110378600224QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item110378600224&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Subaru-Legacy-Outback_W0QQitemZ190301214307QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item190301214307&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

[icpurplepplalot]

There's a couple for you, I link you somer more in a sec.

[Jamesypoo]

Oh, I understand. Perhaps you'd be willing to scale back some of your requirements. Abdicating AWD is a big step towards that.

Going without AWD would mean I'd be getting stuck again all winter. Remember, I live a few states north of you. I could barely get places that were 4 - 5 blocks away over the winter. I have a grueling few years of commuting long distances ahead of me. :(

http://i41.tinypic.com/2isjf4o.jpg

[icpurplepplalot]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-Subaru-Forester-L_W0QQitemZ350187828179QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item350187828179&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2001-SUBARU-LEGACY-GT-AWD-GREEN-LOW-103K-MILES-CLEAN-NR_W0QQitemZ330316615384QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item330316615384&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1999-SUBARU-LEGACY-OUTBACK-AWD-WAGON-GREEN-LOADED-CLEAN_W0QQitemZ330316613637QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item330316613637&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2001-Subaru-Forester-L-Automatic-4-Door-Wagon_W0QQitemZ110340429041QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item110340429041&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A10|39%3A1|240%3A1318

[icpurplepplalot]

Those are all Subaru's within a 200 mile radius of you that fits close to what you were asking.

[Jamesypoo]

Nice... I need to put my car on eBay soon

[Jamesypoo]

So it looks like the Subaru wagon it is. Thx all. Pos rep has been given to those that I can still give it to.

[wasted ink]

You probably already have your heart set, but what about a small SUV? Most models with small/medium V6's do pretty well for gas mileage, and are great in the snow.

[conversehtnut]

if you are looking for reliable 4WD with decent mileage try an older jeep. i had an 89 cherokee. it ran great and was a tank. really held up well.

[Jamesypoo]

You probably already have your heart set, but what about a small SUV? Most models with small/medium V6's do pretty well for gas mileage, and are great in the snow.

Like?

[IDSkot]

I'm more than likely going to throw my car on ebay here in the next couple weeks. I am looking at something else that would be

1) An excellent commuter (decent mpg)... I'll be driving an hour and fifteen minutes to classes for my final three and a half years of school
2) 4x4 or awd
3) Dependable
4) Price around $5k
5) I definitely do NOT want a tiny car. I know it's hard to find a car great on gas mileage that isn't small, which is why I'm asking you guys.



I've been looking at a couple 99-00 Subaru Outbacks. Anyone have any other suggestions?

Don't clutter this thread with nonsense. Thanks.

What the hell...? I drive 15 minutes and I'm pissed. And I only go into class Tuesdays and Thursdays.

[IDSkot]

You probably already have your heart set, but what about a small SUV? Most models with small/medium V6's do pretty well for gas mileage, and are great in the snow.

My mom's Saturn Vue can go from Miami to Orlando, drive around in Orlando a bit and come back on about 12-15 gallons. It's I4, though. IIRC... and no 4x4. But they do have that option, I believe.

[bluecar]

What the hell...? I drive 15 minutes and I'm pissed. And I only go into class Tuesdays and Thursdays.

I wish you'd find another website to post on.

[Jamesypoo]

What the hell...? I drive 15 minutes and I'm pissed. And I only go into class Tuesdays and Thursdays.
I'm not happy about it... but it's necessary for this next degree.
My mom's Saturn Vue can go from Miami to Orlando, drive around in Orlando a bit and come back on about 12-15 gallons. It's I4, though. IIRC... and no 4x4. But they do have that option, I believe.
Lol, an SUV thats 2wd is the complete opposite of what I want

[wasted ink]

Like?

Montero, Montero Sport, Jeep GC, 4Runner, etc etc..

I wish you'd find another website to post on.

lol

[conversehtnut]

Montero, Montero Sport, Jeep GC, 4Runner, etc etc..




THIS

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Trailblazer

[Jamesypoo]

For $5k?

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For $5k?

5-6. Not doing alot of searching but I got this within 1 minute. Bet he'd take 5.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/02-TRAILBLAZER_W0QQitemZ220396850698QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item220396850698&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A7%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

[CRAVINGBASS123]

raise your dayum budget baller

[pl8er]

whats your zip? how far are you willing to travel to pick a car up?

I've gotta say that AWD and good on gas don't really fit well.

Could you add the price of the bmw sale to this or is 5k the max?

[tapout]

47404 is his area.

[Jamesypoo]

5-6. Not doing alot of searching but I got this within 1 minute. Bet he'd take 5.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/02-TRAILBLAZER_W0QQitemZ220396850698QQcmdZViewItemQQptZUS_Cars_Trucks?hash=item220396850698&_trksid=p4506.c0.m245&_trkparms=65%3A7%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318
Didn't realize you could get them for that price.
raise your dayum budget baller
I'm a student with no outside financial help. Every penny I spend is earned from waiting tables. How do you suggest I "raise my budget"
whats your zip? how far are you willing to travel to pick a car up?

I've gotta say that AWD and good on gas don't really fit well.

Could you add the price of the bmw sale to this or is 5k the max?
I could an hour or so depending on the price. I realize AWD and good gas mileage don't go hand in hand, but I was seeing if there were any options I may have forgotten about.

With the bimmer I plan on cleaning it up, repairing a few things, and putting on eBay here in the next couple weeks. I'll probably start the bidding at $3,000 and see if I can even get any bids with that price. I've put $10,000 into the car and have the receipts to show it, but it does have 225xxx miles on it so that will detour some. If it doesn't sell, I'll just keep it and use it as my commuter. Depending on how much it sells for (if it even sells), I'll probably just use all of that as a down payment on another car.

I have huge dreams for my car, but my current finances and the next few years of school simply won't allow it.

[pl8er]

Didn't realize you could get them for that price.

I'm a student with no outside financial help. Every penny I spend is earned from waiting tables. How do you suggest I "raise my budget"

I could an hour or so depending on the price. I realize AWD and good gas mileage don't go hand in hand, but I was seeing if there were any options I may have forgotten about.

With the bimmer I plan on cleaning it up, repairing a few things, and putting on eBay here in the next couple weeks. I'll probably start the bidding at $3,000 and see if I can even get any bids with that price. I've put $10,000 into the car and have the receipts to show it, but it does have 225xxx miles on it so that will detour some. If it doesn't sell, I'll just keep it and use it as my commuter. Depending on how much it sells for (if it even sells), I'll probably just use all of that as a down payment on another car.

I have huge dreams for my car, but my current finances and the next few years of school simply won't allow it.

Totally understood. So you want to use the BMW money as a down? What do you want to spend total?
So you're willing to go with something other than awd then?

Sorry for all the questions, but it makes searching easier. (i'm a buyer, this is just how my mind works)

[pl8er]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1130301371.html

too small?

[pl8er]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1130177168.html

If any of these have been posted, i'm sorry. Just searching.

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1127653548.html

only 52k miles, damn

[Jamesypoo]

Totally understood. So you want to use the BMW money as a down? What do you want to spend total?
So you're willing to go with something other than awd then?

Sorry for all the questions, but it makes searching easier. (i'm a buyer, this is just how my mind works)

I just know I don't want payments to exceed $200 a month. I could do something without awd, but I really do want some sort of 4x4. This puts me in an awkward place tho since I'm going to have a hell of a commute for the next 3 years.

If by some miracle I happen to get around the $4,000 mark for my car I'll just buy another vehicle with cash and not finance.

I'm sure I could get something decent if I sold my bimmer and my bike... I just don't think I'm ready to give up the bike just yet ;)

[IDSkot]

I wish you'd find another website to post on.

:crap:

[pl8er]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1124828319.html

ok, switching to bigger stuff...jeep high miles 1997, and 179k 3,000 dollars

[Jamesypoo]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1130301371.html

too small?

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1130177168.html

If any of these have been posted, i'm sorry. Just searching.

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1127653548.html

only 52k miles, damn
I feel like I'd rather keep my car than have the 1st or 3rd cars, although 52k miles is astonishing. The 2nd one is nice, but 160,000 is a little higher then I want. This is gonna be tough. :(

[pl8er]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1124828319.html

doesn't say mileage.

[IDSkot]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1124828319.html

doesn't say mileage.

179K miles :fyi:

[pl8er]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1121830535.html

01, 100k miles about 5k price tag

[IDSkot]

http://bloomington.craigslist.org/cto/1121830535.html

01, 100k miles about 5k price tag

That's an SUV. You're slippin', nig nog.

[pl8er]

179K miles :fyi:

Yeah, i adjust my search as feedback is given.

[Jamesypoo]

Wohah. Just found this, may have to go take a look at it. 4 cylinder, awd, less than 100k miles and less than $5k. No pics.. but it looks like it could be a winrar.

[pl8er]

link?

[Jamesypoo]

http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?ct=u&car_id=260624680&dealer_id=87809&car_year=1999&rdm=1240199996272&num_records=100&systime=&highlightFirstMakeModel=&start_year=1997&keywordsfyc=&keywordsfyc=&keywordsrep=&keywordsrep=&engine=&certified=&body_code=128&fuel=&awsp=false&search_type=both&distance=50&marketZipError=false&search_lang=en&showZipError=n&make=&keywords_display=&color=&page_location=findacar%3A%3Aispsearchform&min_price=2000&body_style=WAGON&drive=&default_sort=priceDESC&seller_type=b&max_mileage=100000&style_flag=2&sort_type=priceDESC&address=47404&advanced=y&end_year=2006&doors=&transmission=&max_price=8000&cardist=49&standard=false

[IDSkot]

Dope.

[pl8er]

Nice! I had just started the search on that site (craigslist wasn't working for you)

[Jamesypoo]

Lul. I've been hitting up craigslist every morning

[Jamesypoo]

Once again, thanks all for your help. I'm going to bed

[pl8er]

Alrighty. Technically I wasn't any help at all...I wasted some time LOL Hopefully you find something.

[Kevorkian]

I second the Jeep Grand Cherokee but they are not very fuel efficient. If you do go that route, go for the 4.0 straight 6. Mine had 250k on the original drivetrain. The full time 4 wheel drive was nice in the winter.

[CRAVINGBASS123]

I'm a student with no outside financial help. Every penny I spend is earned from waiting tables. How do you suggest I "raise my budget"


i suggest u get dat monay like its your job lil grom.

put ur mind on them dead presidents brah

[CRAVINGBASS123]

I second the Jeep Grand Cherokee but they are not very fuel efficient. If you do go that route, go for the 4.0 straight 6. Mine had 250k on the original drivetrain. The full time 4 wheel drive was nice in the winter.

thats gonna be a very shitty grand cherokee for 5k.............

[Kevorkian]

I sold mine for $1500 :confused:

[CRAVINGBASS123]

I sold mine for $1500 :confused:

and it was shitty

lulz

[CRAVINGBASS123]

oh look doods

i only gotz three posts.

should be like 70 now.

crazy internet gods

[Kevorkian]

so for $3500 more you can get a better one

[Toasted1]

Please do not get a gay ass legacy station wagon. The only people I see driving those is lesbians and guys that rock Crocs :laugh:

Have you considered a Jeep wrangler? Not really comfortable but if you have a shit load of winter to worry about might be a good solution.

[Toasted1]

If I were you I would keep the BMW and get a cheap FWD commuter. Get a corolla, accord, sentra with some good snow tires and call it a day.

[97gp]

Werd just get a fwd car, I don't think awd is necessary

[slim8605]

If I were you I would keep the BMW and get a cheap FWD commuter. Get a corolla, accord, sentra with some good snow tires and call it a day.

This. I'm in the Chicago area and my Camry has never given me problems in the winter and I still ride on all seasons in the winter. FWD and snow tires should be no problem.

[Jamesypoo]

Alrighty. Technically I wasn't any help at all...I wasted some time LOL Hopefully you find something.
You were a help, thanks
I second the Jeep Grand Cherokee but they are not very fuel efficient. If you do go that route, go for the 4.0 straight 6. Mine had 250k on the original drivetrain. The full time 4 wheel drive was nice in the winter.
I was also looking at those. Fuel efficiency is a pretty big factor though.
Please do not get a gay ass legacy station wagon. The only people I see driving those is lesbians and guys that rock Crocs :laugh:

Have you considered a Jeep wrangler? Not really comfortable but if you have a shit load of winter to worry about might be a good solution.
:gay: I could care less about the stereotype associated with the subaru wagons. Actually, the only person I know who has one was my art teacher in high school. She was definitely a lesbo. The car doesn't make the man.

I would love a Wrangler, but they don't really have the gas mileage I'm looking for. Keep in mind, I'm going to have a long ass commute. SM said his long commute in a wrangler sucked ass.
Werd just get a fwd car, I don't think awd is necessary
I was stuck way too many times last winter. If I'm going to be stuck in Indiana for another few years I'm going to need some kind of power to all 4 wheels.
This. I'm in the Chicago area and my Camry has never given me problems in the winter and I still ride on all seasons in the winter. FWD and snow tires should be no problem.
Driving in Chicago in the winter is much different than driving in Bloomington or on long twisty roads in the middle of nowhere.

[Spider Monkey]

I'm more than likely going to throw my car on ebay here in the next couple weeks. I am looking at something else that would be

1) An excellent commuter (decent mpg)... I'll be driving an hour and fifteen minutes to classes for my final three and a half years of school
2) 4x4 or awd
3) Dependable
4) Price around $5k
5) I definitely do NOT want a tiny car. I know it's hard to find a car great on gas mileage that isn't small, which is why I'm asking you guys.



I've been looking at a couple 99-00 Subaru Outbacks. Anyone have any other suggestions?

Don't clutter this thread with nonsense. Thanks.
I know someone that is getting rid of his car soon and it fits most of your requirements. Here is a picture of it. I believe he lives in your area.

http://i41.tinypic.com/2isjf4o.jpg

[Jamesypoo]

:fu:

[IDSkot]

I know someone that is getting rid of his car soon and it fits most of your requirements. Here is a picture of it. I believe he lives in your area.

lulz were had.

That Bimmer is pretty :fyi:

[slim8605]

lulz were had.

That Bimmer is pretty :fyi:

Only girls call cars pretty. :fyi:

[IDSkot]

Only girls call cars pretty. :fyi:

:gay:

[slim8605]

Wow! How did I not notice the name change? Nice.

[conversehtnut]

thats gonna be a very shitty grand cherokee for 5k.............

my cherokee ran great and i got it for 1k. has 175k on it when i bought it and ran good the entire time i had it

[Spider Monkey]

my cherokee ran great and i got it for 1k. has 175k on it when i bought it and ran good the entire time i had it

Cherokees and Grand Cherokees are not the same vehicle.

[conversehtnut]

Cherokees and Grand Cherokees are not the same vehicle.

truth

[slim8605]

truth

Don't make that mistake again or SM will :flingpoo:

[IDSkot]

Wow! How did I not notice the name change? Nice.

Yeah. I'm not too happy about it.

[Spider Monkey]

Yeah. I'm not too happy about it.

Request a name change in the appropriate thread.

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Request a name change in the appropriate thread.

this

[Sex Cells]

Subies are the shit.

[97gp]

Maybe you just dont know how to drive if you got stuck in the snow so much.

[Sex Cells]

I think that's probably it. I never get stuck in the snow.

[97gp]

Word holmes, and isnt his car rwd?

[Jamesypoo]

Maybe you just dont know how to drive if you got stuck in the snow so much.
You're a joke.
I think that's probably it. I never get stuck in the snow.
:bootyshake:
Word holmes, and isnt his car rwd?

RWD and manual. Sorry, not everyone can have an automatic FWD powerhouse.

[Sex Cells]

You're a joke.

:bootyshake:


RWD and manual. Sorry, not everyone can have an automatic FWD powerhouse.

WTF does being fwd or rwd have to do with it?

[Spider Monkey]

I think that's probably it. I never get stuck in the snow.

Neither do I.

[slim8605]

Neither do I.

I'm surprised you know what snow is.

[Spider Monkey]

I'm surprised you know what snow is.

Why?

[slim8605]

Where are you in Cali?

[Spider Monkey]

Where are you in Cali?

At the snow line.


Actually.

[slim8605]

Oh...cancel that comment.


And you drive a Jeep brah, you shouldn't be getting stuck

[Spider Monkey]

Oh...cancel that comment.


And you drive a Jeep brah, you shouldn't be getting stuck

Think that's why?

[Sex Cells]

Most of the time my Hoe is in RWD. I only put it in 4wd when i'm contemplating doing something stupid.

[Jamesypoo]

WTF does being fwd or rwd have to do with it?

FWD are generally better in the snow than RWD. There is more control on snow when pulling versus pushing.

[97gp]

FWD are generally better in the snow than RWD. There is more control on snow when pulling versus pushing.

Which is why you don't need awd and could get by with a fwd car, it would give you a lot more cars to choose from. But if you want awd then you go for it sunshine.

[Sex Cells]

FWD are generally better in the snow than RWD. There is more control on snow when pulling versus pushing.

I believe it has more to do with the weight being on the drive wheels. As well ass the drive wheels also being the main axis.

It was the Auto/Manual comment that threw me though, snow fearing fuckboy.

[Jamesypoo]

WTF does being fwd or rwd have to do with it?

It was the Auto/Manual comment that threw me though, snow fearing fuckboy.

Then you should've said that.

[adio25]

AWD gives you a false sense of security/overconfidence when driving in snow imo.

[Sex Cells]

AWD gives you a false sense of security/overconfidence when driving in snow imo.

Because all cars brake the same.

[Sex Cells]

And break the same, as James has been experiencing.

[funkyab]

I am selling my '05 Saab 93t. It most likely does not have the space you are looking for,, if you are trying to transport music gear but the back seats come down and I can get a fair amount of stuff in there. About 35 average on the highway (if you are not abusing the turbo) and in excellent condition.
And it is in the same town as you!! Might as well take a look.

[Jamesypoo]

How much?

[darthvibrator]

i maybe biased, but i think an explorer will do you good. one with the 4.0 ohv motor.

reliable as all hell, decent power, can get them 4 wheel or course, and decent gas mileage (i get 21mph highway, with 200k on the clock).

good car. i saw one recently at a dealer for under 5000 and it was an 01, so a private party should do you really good.

[Spider Monkey]

i maybe biased, but i think an explorer will do you good. one with the 4.0 ohv motor.

reliable as all hell, decent power, can get them 4 wheel or course, and decent gas mileage (i get 21mph highway, with 200k on the clock).

good car. i saw one recently at a dealer for under 5000 and it was an 01, so a private party should do you really good.

He probably wants a functioning doors.

[atoz350]

While FWD is good in the snow, it cannot stand up to an AWD in terms of overall traction. I've had many FWD, including one with a custom fitted Posi-trac differential. It was great in the snow. When I bought my Audi, though, I changed my tune. An AWD car offers great traction when launching and driving by having equal weight on all drive wheels. It also offers superior braking by applying engine braking at all four corners. You don't get that with a FWD.

That being said, I would look into a Subaru, Volvo, or older Audi/VW as they all offer AWD models to pick from. If you are looking Japanese, an older CRV may be in order.

[Jamesypoo]

So I went a test drove a 2004 RAV4 and it was absolutely awful. Besides the cheap looking interior and the hideous styling, I couldn't get comfortable no matter how I adjusted the seat. After test driving that thing, I decided to just keep my car. I remember how much it sucked to have car payments, and I don't want to take on any more until I'm done with school.

Thank you for all the input everyone.

[bluecar]

So I went a test drove a 2004 RAV4 and it was absolutely awful. Besides the cheap looking interior and the hideous styling, I couldn't get comfortable no matter how I adjusted the seat. After test driving that thing, I decided to just keep my car. I remember how much it sucked to have car payments, and I don't want to take on any more until I'm done with school.

Thank you for all the input everyone.


this!

Glad you realized the most appropriate conclusion.

[Toasted1]

So I went a test drove a 2004 RAV4 and it was absolutely awful. Besides the cheap looking interior and the hideous styling, I couldn't get comfortable no matter how I adjusted the seat. After test driving that thing, I decided to just keep my car. I remember how much it sucked to have car payments, and I don't want to take on any more until I'm done with school.

Thank you for all the input everyone.

lol

[97gp]

Good thinking bro

[darthvibrator]

He probably wants a functioning doors.

FYI, its fizzicked. and working awesome. shouldnt of waited 1+ years

[Spider Monkey]

FYI, its fizzicked. and working awesome. shouldnt of waited 1+ years

There is no powah in procrastination.