Cece's new ride...

[nocturnalVX]

OK folks, Cece hasn't replaced her Proton with anything yet. Driving my Ebony while I walk to work... in the rain, uphill (both ways)! :bwgy:

Here's your chance to make suggestions. Figure $25,000ish max MSRP price, good (unique, odd, love it/hate it) looks, and good gas mileage. She has a couple of vehicles in mind (and I agree with her), but I wanted to see what the VX Family collective could come up with.

Have fun, and thanks! :thumbup:

[ZubrAZ]

is there any critical preferences? does it have to be new? coupe/sedan/PUV? ;)

[VX crazy]

Mazda CX7

[nocturnalVX]

New only... wants a warranty. 4 or 5 doors preferred. AWD a plus. I didn't want to influence ideas, but a good warranty, practicality, economy, and 4-season safety are the major factors.

[vt_maverick]

Are we considering new AND used? The used market significantly increases the options.

[vt_maverick]

Not even 1 year used on a transferrable 4-5 year warranty? Buying one year off would probably increase your options...

[nocturnalVX]

Not even 1 year used on a transferrable 4-5 year warranty? Buying one year off would probably increase your options...

You are right. The "Certified Used" market is an option as long as the vehicles have less than 15k miles per year on the odo. You would be amazed at how many 1 or 2 year old cars have nearly the same mileage as my VX.

[Anita]

Though I have not taken a close look, nor driven either one of them, my first and second choice cars I would seriously look at are the Camaro and the Challenger. Both have base msrp under 25K, but just. Warranties are both 5 year, 100k miles. But they are both 2-doors...

[vt_maverick]

Mitsubishi Outlander Sport - Targeted for Fall 2010 Release - $19.5 New

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2011/Mitsubishi/101249130/20339708-E.jpg

[vt_maverick]

Mahindra Scorpio (if you trust Indian/Chinese quality) - Targeted for Winter 2011 (if you can wait that long) - $19.5K

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3269/medium/mahindra_scorpio.jpg

[vt_maverick]

MINI Cooper Clubman (if you consider FWD as "4-Season Capable") - "S" package runs $24K

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2010/MINI/2010.mini.cooper%20clubman.20314177-E.jpg

[tom4bren]

Maybe you & CeCe need to just trade Vehicri.:)

[vt_maverick]

2009 Mazda RX-8 - FWD (again if you consider that 4-season capable) - $24K (fully tricked R3 Edition)

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2009/Mazda/2009.mazda.rx-8.20209351-E.jpg

[nocturnalVX]

Though I have not taken a close look, nor driven either one of them, my first and second choice cars I would seriously look at are the Camaro and the Challenger. Both have base msrp under 25K, but just. Warranties are both 5 year, 100k miles. But they are both 2-doors...

:drool2: Yeah Anita, both of those are sweet looking rides, but not great for Chicago winters... :_snowplow

[nocturnalVX]

2009 Mazda RX-8 - FWD (again if you consider that 4-season capable) - $24K (fully tricked R3 Edition)

We both love the RX-8, but the MSRP is not $24k, but $32k. Again... maybe if we lived in a warmer part of America. I told her that she could drive my VX in the Winter if she was nervous driving whatever she ends up getting. I drove a Fiero for many years.

[vt_maverick]

$32K is new, $24K is used. Talk about brutal depreciation! :eek:

[Marlin]

Subarus are nice, good reliability, awd option, just pick one:)

[samneil2000]

I've always had a curiousity about the Subaru B9 Tribeca.

http://i.telegraph.co.uk/telegraph/multimedia/archive/00842/motoring-graphics-2_842305a.jpg

[Triathlete]

http://www.drivingsports.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/mwrt_1.jpg

and all weather too...
http://image.eurotuner.com/f/euro-news/exclusive-video-of-ken-block-debut-with-ford-fiesta/32209020/ken-block-debuts-in-ford-fiesta-with-monster-world-rally-team.jpg

:yesy::bwgy:

[Anita]

:drool2: Yeah Anita, both of those are sweet looking rides, but not great for Chicago winters... :_snowplow

Oops.. sorry. Here, weather isnt a factor. :bgwb:

[pbkid]

subaru all the way gill...
AWD....
4 or 5 door.....
decent mileage (2x that of a VX).....
around 25k for a WRX....

there ya go ;)

[Marlin]

subaru all the way gill...
AWD....
4 or 5 door.....
decent mileage (2x that of a VX).....
around 25k for a WRX....

there ya go ;)

Well, I was thinking more SUV or something, so it could come to Moab and at least run the "bunny" trails.:)

[Marlin]

I know I am gonna catch **** for this,but I have always had soft spot for this thing. It is UNIQUE, good reliability, versatile, ...

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/images/baja_tot1.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/c.cgi%3Fu%3Dugly_cars&usg=__V8hH-BtE5kcf3MySCj3BaM8pbBc=&h=393&w=600&sz=53&hl=en&start=0&tbnid=A7717UxpHk2ldM:&tbnh=133&tbnw=203&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dsubaru%2Bbaja%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa %3DN%26biw%3D1024%26bih%3D651%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=333&vpy=129&dur=1786&hovh=182&hovw=278&tx=73&ty=204&ei=ddRhTLHQBoP88Abw6YiaCQ&oei=ddRhTLHQBoP88Abw6YiaCQ&esq=1&page=1&ndsp=12&ved=1t:429,r:1,s:0

[nocturnalVX]

Cool pics Billy! Cece's pretty much anti-American when it comes to vehicles (long story, and her Buell Blast motorcycle isn't helping), but that Ford looks pretty cool. What is it exactly?

Subis are great, and they all have AWD... not a big fan of the styling. They have to bring back the BRAT!

[ZEUS]

What is your opinion of the all new Sportage (http://www.kia.com/#/sportage/explore/360-views-and-colors-exterior/)? I kindza likez em!

[MSHardeman]

I'm with you Gill. I'd drive the H#!! out of a BRAT; particularly one with the rear facing seats in the bed. SO cool.....which sort of makes me partial to Marlin's choice.

[Luna X]

I'm gonna bring up the Nissan Juke again..... ;)

http://www.nissanusa.com/juke/?dcp=ppn.46089721.&dcc=0.222418189

[phines]

OK, so it's not a 4- or 5-door, and it costs $50k, but it's definitely unique and would get around Chicago without too much trouble...

http://www.wired.com/images_blogs/autopia/2009/11/rallyfighter2.jpg

[Grif]

Its really hard to go wrong with a Subaru.

[Triathlete]

That is the new Fiesta..."slightly" modified for rally/drift for Ken Block.

[Marlin]

Subis are great, and they all have AWD... not a big fan of the styling. They have to bring back the BRAT!

Ummm, did you even look at my link?

[Griffin]

2009 Mazda RX-8 - FWD (again if you consider that 4-season capable) - $24K (fully tricked R3 Edition)

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2009/Mazda/2009.mazda.rx-8.20209351-E.jpg
Did you mean to put RWD? I like the new hyundai genesis coupe. They start at 22,500 and are kind of sporty... Not 4 door though. Oh and it is RWD:grino:

[BigSwede]

Perhaps not the most exotic idea, but I am pretty happy with my V6 RAV4. 269 hp, and gets 26-30 mpg highway. And she really goes when you step in it, I have occasionally engaged in some freeway on-ramp races :bgwb: Definitely not an off-roader, but the AWD really works in the snow. Tows 3500 pounds if you are so inclined.

[Grif]

Ummm, did you even look at my link?

I think the Brat was ahead of its time. Kinda like the VX, part of its appeal is in its uniqueness... now comparing the Brat to the Aztec is hitting below the belt.... the Aztec was FUGLY, but to each his own.

[ZEUS]

Ummm, did you even look at my link?Of course he looked at your link... "not a big fan of the styling" speaks volumes when you simply mention the Baja! I am not at all surprised you like that car whereas I have a knee-jerk reaction to it that involves vomit.

[VXIRONwoMAN]

HA! so funny that this thread has been started. Love all of you! I am not quite sure what I want, but am so glad you all are chipping in your opinions! :flower:

[nocturnalVX]

Ummm, did you even look at my link?

You can't really think this...
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/Subaru--Baja.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18487)

looks even remotely as cool as this...
http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/brat.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php?photo=18488)


The Baja is a unique ride... but it's a 4-door, plastic-clad, swollen people and gear hauler. The Brat was a 2-door 4x4 sporty car. Way cooler!

[PK]

You could save a lot of time and money here -

Go straight to the vehicle you will eventually end up with -

A nice low mileage pristine unmodded -






















VX
:smilewink:bgwo::bgwb:


PK

[vt_maverick]

I know I am gonna catch **** for this,but I have always had soft spot for this thing. It is UNIQUE, good reliability, versatile, ...

http://www.google.com/imgres?imgurl=http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/images/baja_tot1.jpg&imgrefurl=http://www.thebestpageintheuniverse.net/c.cgi%3Fu%3Dugly_cars&usg=__V8hH-BtE5kcf3MySCj3BaM8pbBc=&h=393&w=600&sz=53&hl=en&start=0&tbnid=A7717UxpHk2ldM:&tbnh=133&tbnw=203&prev=/images%3Fq%3Dsubaru%2Bbaja%26um%3D1%26hl%3Den%26sa %3DN%26biw%3D1024%26bih%3D651%26tbs%3Disch:1&um=1&itbs=1&iact=hc&vpx=333&vpy=129&dur=1786&hovh=182&hovw=278&tx=73&ty=204&ei=ddRhTLHQBoP88Abw6YiaCQ&oei=ddRhTLHQBoP88Abw6YiaCQ&esq=1&page=1&ndsp=12&ved=1t:429,r:1,s:0

I don't know Marlin, when I clicked this link from work it was blocked with this message:


REASON: Your request was denied because of its content categorization: "Tasteless"

Just saying... :p

[vt_maverick]

Did you mean to put RWD? I like the new hyundai genesis coupe. They start at 22,500 and are kind of sporty... Not 4 door though. Oh and it is RWD:grino:

Doh, good catch Griffin. :o

[vt_maverick]

She has a couple of vehicles in mind (and I agree with her), but I wanted to see what the VX Family collective could come up with.



HA! so funny that this thread has been started. Love all of you! I am not quite sure what I want, but am so glad you all are chipping in your opinions!

So when do we get to hear what you guys hand in mind?

[WormGod]

Wow, lots of Subie love here. I won't complain with that. ;)

Speaking of the WRX, the 2011 is rolling out starting next month and it's styling has changed. Widebody is back on it and it is based at 265hp, and of course, AWD standard. Right up your alley and is a good fit next to a VX.

Sedan model:
http://www.drivingsports.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/2011_wrx.jpg

Hatch:
http://image.automobilemag.com/f/news/new-york-2010-2011-subaru-wrx-is-wider-sportier/27399464+w750+st0/2011-subaru-wrx-hatchback-front-three-quarter.jpg

I would recommend the STi, but it is a tad bit more than $25'ish. I have an '09 STi hatch and LOVE it to death. GREAT in snow too.... I can vouch for that after this passed Mid-Atlantic snowpocolypse. :bgwb:

And the sky's the limit if you like to "tweak". Naw'mean. ;)

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/2/thumbs/sti_new.jpg (http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/13787)

[kodiak]

Get a new 2011 VX. :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9QC9qSCiDU

[vt_maverick]

Hatch:
http://image.automobilemag.com/f/news/new-york-2010-2011-subaru-wrx-is-wider-sportier/27399464+w750+st0/2011-subaru-wrx-hatchback-front-three-quarter.jpg


:drool: Or you could go with its arch enemy: ;)

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2008/Mitsubishi/2008.mitsubishi.lancer%20evolution.20205881-E.jpg

But you'd have to get a 2008 model to get down to $25K...

[kodiak]

Yeah! You can read all about it right here.
http://www.mitsubishisucks.com/

;)





:drool: Or you could go with its arch enemy: ;)

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2008/Mitsubishi/2008.mitsubishi.lancer%20evolution.20205881-E.jpg

But you'd have to get a 2008 model to get down to $25K...

[vt_maverick]

Yeah! You can read all about it right here.
http://www.mitsubishisucks.com/

;)

You're not telling me anything new, I'll leave it to Tom to defend his brand. ;)

Same reliability issues could be pointed at the RX-8 by the way - those things eat engines almost as fast as they drink oil.

[kodiak]

Just giving you a hard time.

This is my old Mitsu.

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/thumbs/DSC04072.jpg (javascript:void(0))

I call it the fog machine.:yesy:

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Well, for what I have in mind. I am currently looking at these:

I am waiting until mid-September to buy, so I can have a look at it and take it for a test drive to see if I like it...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/NissanJuke.jpg

THIS is what I really want! But anything over 28k, I deem WAAAY out of the picture. Plus, Gill won't want to be riding the Harley ALL winter...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/2011-Land-Rover-Evoque.jpg

Now I could afford one of these! I test drove it already and it was nice. 10yr/100k mi powertrain warranty is really appealing too. I would have to get used to being in a CAR again. I like sitting up high...I feel safer. But, if I could make it like its rally driving counterpart...hmmmmmm?

Decisions, decisions...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/racing-lancer-sportback.jpg

[vt_maverick]

The other problem with the Evoque (besides the estimated $40K+ price tag) is that it isn't supposed to go on sale for a year or so. :(

[tom4bren]

I'll leave it to Tom to defend his brand.

I really can't argue with the numbers. The sales are waaaay down.

All I'm sayin is that I've had pretty good luck with the Eclipse. I usta have a 93 & still miss it. I'm still driving an 03 & wifey has an 04. The 92 3000GT (daughter's car) is still sitting in the driveway not running (it was a used car that had a lot of hidden abuse). I usually put about 200K miles on them before they retire.

On the other hand, the 93 Toyota Land Cruiser is still running strong.

I haven't owned my very first Ford product (RV) long enough to form any judgements concerning longevity but it seems to be a nice vehicle so far.

I usta be a die hard Mopar fan but that was years ago.

I really don't have a true loyalty to any one company. I just buy what feels right.

Of course, the current Isuzu I own is the the best EVER!!!!

[Luna X]

I feel somewhat validated... someone else see the potential in the Juke... ;)

Seems as if you don't plan on doin' any hardcore wheelin', they would have a good balance of performance, style, cargo space, and best of all for today's gas prices... MPG.

[VXIRONwoMAN]

The Juke is based on the Versa, I think. I don't really see it being the size of the VX even. That's why I need to see it in person first. I haven't found any photos or videos with the Juke next to a person for size comparison. So we will see. I think it's going to be a mini SUV... ;)

[Marlin]

The Juke is based on the Versa, I think. I don't really see it being the size of the VX even. That's why I need to see it in person first. I haven't found any photos or videos with the Juke next to a person for size comparison. So we will see. I think it's going to be a mini SUV... ;)

I had a versa sedan, that thing is tiny, smaller thana civic. Good gas mileage though, and it had more rear seat room than my 06 Explorer.

[Luna X]

Since I own a Nissan Z, to me, the Juke is like an all purpose version... At least the Juke can be driven in the winter in those such climates.

[vt_maverick]

Here you go Cece...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3269/medium/Juke_VX_Comparison.jpg

[Luna X]

something interesting... I can get in and out of the Z easier than the VX. I've had to learn to get my upper body in first, then bring legs. (almost as if I'm crawling in) Seems the opening to the VX is small from the seat to the roof line.

I'm thinkin' the Juke will sit more like the Z (only not quite as low)

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Here you go Cece...

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/3269/medium/Juke_VX_Comparison.jpg

Thanks! That helps a lot!

[VXIRONwoMAN]

something interesting... I can get in and out of the Z easier than the VX. I've had to learn to get my upper body in first, then bring legs. (almost as if I'm crawling in) Seems the opening to the VX is small from the seat to the roof line.

I'm thinkin' the Juke will sit more like the Z (only not quite as low)


I have never had issues getting in or out of the VX, front or back seat. But I am also 5'4"...

[Luna X]

I have never had issues getting in or out of the VX, front or back seat. But I am also 5'4"...

..... and what were you doing in the back seat of your VX? ;)

[vt_maverick]

You know the VX and Juke really are similar, as the chart shows they have almost identical dimensions (though the Juke was clearly designed with backseat passengers in mind). The other thing is styling philosophy. If you look at pictures of both the Juke and VX, I think most people would agree that the side and rear profiles of the vehicles are pretty handsome. But in both cases it's really the front grill/headlights/bumper that are the most polarizing. In my case I like the VX front, but don't really care for the Juke's.

Just my $.02.

[tom4bren]

You know the VX and Juke really are similar, as the chart shows they have almost identical dimensions (though the Juke was clearly designed with backseat passengers in mind). The other thing is styling philosophy. If you look at pictures of both the Juke and VX, I think most people would agree that the side and rear profiles of the vehicles are pretty handsome. But in both cases it's really the front grill/headlights/bumper that are the most polarizing. In my case I like the VX front, but don't really care for the Juke's.

Just my $.02.

Sounds like you have entirely too much time on your hands.

[vt_maverick]

Sounds like you have entirely too much time on your hands.

As we like to say in the Air Force, I have so many PowerPoint flight hours that I can whip up a graphic like that in less than 5 minutes. :p

[VXIRONwoMAN]

..... and what were you doing in the back seat of your VX? ;)

THAT! ...and letting Gill's 70 year old mom take the front seat like a good fiancée should... ;) She HATED getting into mine. LOL My lift was much taller than Gill's!

[LittleBeast]

2009 Mazda RX-8 - FWD (again if you consider that 4-season capable) - $24K (fully tricked R3 Edition)

http://www.edmunds.com/pictures/VEHICLE/2009/Mazda/2009.mazda.rx-8.20209351-E.jpg
Technically you could call the RX-8 a 4 door since it has 2 suicide doors in addition to the ones in front, but as already stated it is a RWD sports car that needs a new engine about every 80k miles.

[BigSwede]

Technically you could call the RX-8 a 4 door since it has 2 suicide doors in addition to the ones in front, but as already stated it is a RWD sports car that needs a new engine about every 80k miles.
Sounds perfect for a Chicago winter! :p

[FlyingV77]

What about this?

http://www.volvocars.com/us/all-cars/volvo-c30/Pages/default.aspx

A cowerker has one and she LOVES it. and its a volvo so you know its safe.

[nocturnalVX]

Same reliability issues could be pointed at the RX-8 by the way - those things eat engines almost as fast as they drink oil.


...it is a RWD sports car that needs a new engine about every 80k miles.

I find it hard to believe that Mazda hasn't done anything about this poor reliability. I thought the rotary engine was a proven technology. Guess not... Scratch the RX-8 off my list of Dream Cars.

[VXIRONwoMAN]

What is your opinion of the all new Sportage (http://www.kia.com/#/sportage/explore/360-views-and-colors-exterior/)? I kindza likez em!

See... I liked the Forte Coupe, when I went to check it out it felt horribly cheap.
Which is why it is CHEAP! You get what you pay for. I think they have good ideas, but they fail with execution. They look good in photos, but once you sit in a Kia you realize that they are not built for the long haul.

[tom4bren]

See... I liked Gill, when I went to check him out I felt horribly cheap.
Which is why he is CHEAP! You get what you pay for. I think they have good ideas, but they fail with execution. They look good in photos, but once you have Gill you realize that he is not built for the long haul.

LMFAO - Replace all your references to 'Kia' with 'Gill' ... makes for a much better read!!!

Sorry Gill - it hadta be done.

[nocturnalVX]

Nice one T4B! I never claimed to have the same kind of warranty as my VX...
:disturbed

However just like the VX I have my good points too: Fun in the city or the country, able to handle any weather, and I can get her where she wants to be. :evil:

[tom4bren]

BWAAHAAHAA!!!

Good comeback - no signs of premature jokification!

[vt_maverick]

I find it hard to believe that Mazda hasn't done anything about this poor reliability. I thought the rotary engine was a proven technology. Guess not... Scratch the RX-8 off my list of Dream Cars.

Was just talking about this with the wife last night... she almost bought one when we were first dating, before my Dad (who's a service writer at a garage) showed us all the maintenance problems shops were encountering (blown engines the most notorious). Look at it this way, if rotary technology was reliable, why wouldn't more manufacturers use it? (1) car out of the hundreds of models produced each year uses it. The reason Mazda can get away with it is that it's what has always made the RX unique.

[LittleBeast]

I find it hard to believe that Mazda hasn't done anything about this poor reliability. I thought the rotary engine was a proven technology. Guess not... Scratch the RX-8 off my list of Dream Cars.

Well for the 2004-09 models I would not trust the engine past 80k. I took perfect care of mine and the engine went out at 68,000 miles. The 2010 like the one pictured have added another oil injector to fix the current apex seal problem. Now just a simple upgrade on the apex seals from a known company and you could have a very reliable engine, but not the 04-09 ones :( I just sold my RX-8 yesterday actually. Power to weight ratio, and power to size ratio is amazing with the rotaries that is why the LeMans series outlawed them after they won the 24 hours in superb fashion. When built correctly (not mass market) they are incredible engines and are SO EASY to rebuild with only 2 moving parts, but if you are not mechanically inclinded or a "car person" I would pass on the RX's.

http://www.tenerife-training.net/Tenerife-News-Cycling-Blog/2007/10/inspirational-people/the-1991-le-mans-mazda-team-and-the-legendary-rotary-renown-787b/

[vt_maverick]

Well for the 2004-09 models I would not trust the engine past 80k. I took perfect care of mine and the engine went out at 68,000 miles. The 2010 like the one pictured have added another oil injector to fix the current apex seal problem. Now just a simple upgrade on the apex seals from a known company and you could have a very reliable engine, but not the 04-09 ones :( I just sold my RX-8 yesterday actually. Power to weight ratio, and power to size ratio is amazing with the rotaries that is why the LeMans series outlawed them after they won the 24 hours in superb fashion. When built correctly (not mass market) they are incredible engines and are SO EASY to rebuild with only 2 moving parts, but if you are not mechanically inclinded or a "car person" I would pass on the RX's.

http://www.tenerife-training.net/Tenerife-News-Cycling-Blog/2007/10/inspirational-people/the-1991-le-mans-mazda-team-and-the-legendary-rotary-renown-787b/

Ahhh that's why there's $8K in depreciation between '09 and '10 RX-8's.

[jmayer40]

Hate to say it but I have seen alot of Jeep products on the roads lately.. Alot in the Chitown 'burbs

[Jay Dunford]

Just go ahead and get a year old, low mile FJ. That way you can out-wheel everyone else in Moab next year! ;)

[pbkid]

I have a knee-jerk reaction to it that involves vomit.
x2..... the BAJA is disguisting....


I feel somewhat validated... someone else see the potential in the Juke... ;)

ya, im dissapointed that my VX fam seems to like this car....i dont understand it... or see any resemblence to the VX...


Just go ahead and get a year old, low mile FJ. That way you can out-wheel everyone else in Moab next year! ;)
thats a very good option... or a 4runner ;)
and you watch it Jay... i might be giving you a run for your money next year unless you show up with something new on the FJ.
the Runner has gotten some SERIOUS mods in the last few months :naughty:

[Luna X]

"ya, im dissapointed that my VX fam seems to like this car....i dont understand it... or see any resemblence to the VX..."



Not every member of the VX fam goes hardcore wheelin'... therefore, priorities over-rule.

There is a strange connection to the VX... the headlight/ running light combo of the Juke looks as if the VX has gone through some updates and built on the "horns"

Even I don't normally like the look of 4-dr vehicles, but the Juke's rear handles are up high in the windows and you don't notice them at first glance.

Willing to bet if the VX's were still in production, they would look nothing like our existing body styles.... And I'm sure they would get better MPG by now... ;)

[RamAirZ]

I don't think the Juke is even close in resemblance to a VX, not that it's a bad car or anything but I don't think it looks anything like a VX. The closest thing I've seen was the Hyundai Sante Fe. The Juke is an interesting ride for sure, but not my style

[VXIRONwoMAN]

Just go ahead and get a year old, low mile FJ. That way you can out-wheel everyone else in Moab next year! ;)

YEAH... Have you looked at your FJ lately??? Your FJ would have it's front tires up on my hood, over my roof and just keep cruisin' down the trail... LOL It looks AWESOME!

[kodiak]

This just popped up in my YouTube subs today.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Til_aBO4K4&videos=zglkKBsOX5s

[WormGod]

If you don't mind buying used, put a Subaru dealer out with some feelers for a used Forester XT Sport. !@#$ing mean machines with room to boot and stellar AWD capabilities. I was on the hunt for one used a couple years ago and they are out there, in the range of $15k-$24k (hold value well) and well taken care of from what I saw. Ended up getting my STi hatch of course, heh.

http://static.cargurus.com/images/site/2009/08/29/18/00/2005_subaru_forester-pic-65260.jpeg

My mom recently picked up a N/A turbo 2010 Forester, very plain and auto, but new for $19k. She had bought it just before our big snows here and it was excellent. No turbo but that thing is still right damned peppy.

http://www.drive.subaru.com/Sum09/_images/10forester.jpg

I sound like I am on Subaru's payroll. :o I just trust the hell out of mine and they have been very reliable to me. And the mod and aftermarket world is ENDLESS on these things. :yesy:

[ZEUS]

YEAH... Have you looked at your FJ lately??? Your FJ would have it's front tires up on my hood, over my roof and just keep cruisin' down the trail... LOL It looks AWESOME!
Yeah Jay I gotta give you props too - your FJ is the coolest I've seen... still an FJ tho :p

[nfpgasmask]

All this talk about new cars....pffft! Stick with the old goodies. :laughing:

Seriously though, I would have a VERY hard time trying to pick a modern car if I was in the market...

Bart

[BigSwede]

So CeCe.....WHAT DID YOU BUY?

Yes, I'm on Facebook.

[nocturnalVX]

Yes folks... she has a new ride! Her first NEW car ever! We just got home from running around all day, but we took some pics. You will just have to wait a bit longer. :evil: Cece will post them soon!!!

[VXIRONwoMAN]

For around 23k, I have a fully loaded, Mitsubishi Lancer Sportback GTS! Heated black leather seats, auto (CVT w/paddle shifters), Rockford Fosgate sound, power sunroof, and getting around 28mpg to boot! 5yr/60,000 mile bumper to bumper, 5yr/unlimited mile roadside assistance and a 10 yr./100k mile drivetrain/powertrain! Yippy!

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/Cece_s_New_Ride_001.jpg

[VX KAT]

:thumbup::thumbup::clap::clap: LOOKS AWESOME!!! ENJOY!! :dance::dance::jump:

[Marlin]

Sweet, get some 31" ATs, and you will be good to go!

[VX crazy]

I like it!! Great choice in colors too, my favorite and black leather!

[deermagnet]

Looks great! The car is not bad also. ;Dy;

Enjoy, Mark

[VXIRONwoMAN]

I like it!! Great choice in colors too, my favorite and black leather!

Yeah... they didn't have Proton as an option...:bwgy:

[BigSwede]

Dunno if it has enough headroom for me, but that's a nice looking car...enjoy!

[RamAirZ]

Looks good, too bad it's not an Evo :) Just playing, sweet looking ride, bet your happy!

[WormGod]

:(

Lancer.

*facepalm*

Congrats though. :smilewink

[nfpgasmask]

:(

Lancer.

*facepalm*

I think you made the right choice, Cece, the Lancer has a WAY cooler looking front end compared to those other cars that WormGod likes...

:laughing: Bart

[pbkid]

:(

Lancer.

*facepalm*

Congrats though. :smilewink
x2

but im glad that you stuck to the japanese AWD market... they make great vehicles and they are very reliable. i think you'll be really happy in the long run.

your always welcome to drive my ride if you ever make it out to moab again (wait, can you drive a manual??? maybe you cant drive my car lol)

[WormGod]

x2

but im glad that you stuck to the japanese AWD market... they make great vehicles and they are very reliable. i think you'll be really happy in the long run.

your always welcome to drive my ride if you ever make it out to moab again (wait, can you drive a manual??? maybe you cant drive my car lol)

Actually, I don't think the Lancer CVT is AWD. Only the GTS, Ralliart, and EVO, IIRC. Correct me if I am wrong Cece. I don't feel like researching it, heh.

Bart, I resemble that remark. It's not the busted arse grill I care about, it's the rear. ;)

[nocturnalVX]

Her Lancer is the GTS Sportback that is FWD not AWD... The Ralliart model was $8000 more, and it didn't come with leather!?! We already have a list of mods in mind... I have to get her the Ralliart hood, and the rims off the Eclipse Spyder. :drool2:

[VXIRONwoMAN]

x2

but im glad that you stuck to the japanese AWD market... they make great vehicles and they are very reliable. i think you'll be really happy in the long run.

your always welcome to drive my ride if you ever make it out to moab again (wait, can you drive a manual??? maybe you cant drive my car lol)

Me too! Lovin' my new ride more and more everyday. I already gave her a talkin' to. "DON"T SCREW UP!" I wanted a manual, but through many people saying how much it would suck to have stick in the city and the lack of fully loaded manuals, I decided "Meh... I got a 10yr./100k mile warranty, I'll take the auto!" Plus...It's got paddle-shifters! :bgwb:


We already have a list of mods in mind... :

You have NOOOOO idea... :naughty:

http://www.vehicross.info/gallery/data/500/racing-lancer-sportback.jpg

If I am bringing it to Moab, I gotta show you all a thing or two...:laughing:

[ZEUS]

That looks like Coastie's version of Lancer mixed with VX!
Paddle shifters..... I want paddle shifters!