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    Posted: 09 June 2009 at 10:37pm
I know...lots of these threads...

My jeep got totaled this past weekend, so now I need a new car (not by me!).  I'd really prefer a sedan sized car, and having a nice interior is a necessity as most of my driving is for many hours at a time.  I'm thinking about 15k tops, used would probably be best.  I won't be able to afford what I want, so I'd like a newer model so I could trade it in once I graduate and can afford a nice car.

I'm currently looking in to the VW Passat, VW Jetta, and Mazda 3.  I like all three, have ridden in all 3, but have only driven a Jetta shortly.  Thus test driving all will be a must.  I'm currently leaning towards the Passat, as I've found a 2008 with under 30k miles for just under $15k.  It is a 4 cylinder, 6 speed, turbo.

I'm still open for any suggestions.

*  I'd really like a TDI Jetta, but there is no way I could afford it, so forget it.  Unhappy


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Corolla.
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Originally posted by choopie911 choopie911 wrote:

Corolla.


I've never been impressed with Toyotas beyond the Celica.  Same for Honda.

My favorite car I've ever driven was  BMW 3 series, 2.5L engine.  Of the other cars I've driven, the VW is the closest to the performance of the BMW.


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Do not get a Jetta. You'll spend more than the car is worth once the warranty runs out. Mazda 3 is a very good car, but for about the same price(depending on how far you want to drive) you can get an 08 subaru impreza hatch for around 15k. AWD > FWD
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Mazda 3 is great for gas mileage, and repairs are cheap.  I only buy Mazdas, its a personal preference, but I find them to be pretty reliable into high miles.
VWs can be sweet, but can also be picky and expensive to repair.
Go with what feels right.
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Originally posted by Monk Monk wrote:

Do not get a Jetta. You'll spend more than the car is worth once the warranty runs out. Mazda 3 is a very good car, but for about the same price(depending on how far you want to drive) you can get an 08 subaru impreza hatch for around 15k. AWD > FWD


QFT. Mind you, the 3 will get more mpg than the Impreza.
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Chevy Cobalt SS.
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i want a yaris hatchback. don't ask me why.
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Originally posted by sporx sporx wrote:

i want a yaris hatchback. don't ask me why.


Cause you're a girl and shouldn't be allowed to make that sort of decision.

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Originally posted by sporx sporx wrote:

i want a yaris hatchback. don't ask me why.


Not a bad car for the price. The new 4 door hatch model is pretty sweet(same body as the 2 door, but the back seats are easier to get to. Plus somewhere around 40ish mpg, can't be beat unless you want to spend and extra 8k for a prius or insight.
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Whatever car you choose, you should really check out this site for crash test ratings to make sure you are getting a safe car.
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Speed before safety
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Originally posted by choopie911 choopie911 wrote:

Speed before safety


Very wrong.  My car was wrecked on the interstate, single car wreck.  The BACK of it was destroyed.  How in the world does THAT happen?  Hydroplaned, spun backwards and slammed into a concrete median.  Safety is very important.  Smile
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Explorer. Tahoe. Silverado.

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Originally posted by WGP guy2 WGP guy2 wrote:

Originally posted by choopie911 choopie911 wrote:

Speed before safety


Very wrong.  My car was wrecked on the interstate, single car wreck.  The BACK of it was destroyed.  How in the world does THAT happen?  Hydroplaned, spun backwards and slammed into a concrete median.  Safety is very important.  Smile

A wannabe pilot was driving in an unsafe manner is my guess.

Why not get another jeep?
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hows that not your fault?
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You could get like an '04 325xi with like 50k for 14-15 grand. I was looking for something around the same price and you could get a freshh used bmw for pretty cheap.

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Originally posted by bravecoward bravecoward wrote:

hows that not your fault?



I wasn't driving.   Ermm

I didn't wan't a jeep in the first place, it was given to me.
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4 door SVT Focus!!

Fun cars, and its still winning awards even though they stopped making them in 04.

or buy my 2 door.


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