Might be time for a new car

WaterDR · 03-03-2007, 04:28 PM

My 2002 Suburban is close to 90k miles. We have really enjoyed the thing, but it is shit-ass big. Essentially, it has become just a giant purse for my wife to throw her crap in and for me to clean out.

So, I am seriously considering getting rid of it for a New Wrangler Unlimited Sahara....a 4 door. I am really impressed with those things. Much larger on the inside then you would think. Sure, much smaller then a Suburban, but I am getting tired of that big truck. These things have power windows, dorr locks, nav systems, rear airbags etc.... They are just like any SUV.

Anyone own one?

Cheddarbob · 03-03-2007, 04:58 PM

no no get the SRT8 jeep

03-03-2007, 05:08 PM

Dodge Nitro....

03-03-2007, 05:17 PM

No way... POWER windows AND door LOCKS? That sounds like one hell of a machine.

03-03-2007, 05:24 PM

Just my little share, go test drive a BMW X3 or if you have the money for it a BMW x5, specially if its for the wifey, I have a BMW and every now and then when I take my car for service they loan me the BMW x3 and BMW's are just such amazing machines. I had a 2006 Expedition with allt he goodies and the expedition was complete crap compared to the BMW. The expedition passed 70+ MPHH shakes sometimes, you feel bumps on the road, all plastic, etc etc. The BMW you need to constantly be looking at your speedo because if you dont you'll be hitting 100+ without noticing it, you dont feel the road, its just sooo smooth, all the little buttons and gadgets on it, The keyless start button is awesome. Im telling you, you have nothing to lose just test drive one.

Cheddarbob · 03-03-2007, 05:32 PM

bmws also get nice mpg 325 get 45-50 if you go 65

WaterDR · 03-03-2007, 06:00 PM

While I appreciate the comments, BMW's are not for me. While any bank on the planet will loan me what I need for a 50k car, I really have no intention to spend that much money on one.

Now, I have respect for them,...don't get me wrong, they are good cars. Just way more then I need.

A Wrangler should not even be mentiond in the same sentance as BMW. Neither one deserves the other as they are both so different.

WaterDR · 03-03-2007, 06:01 PM

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Originally Posted by SpinMedia

No way... POWER windows AND door LOCKS? That sounds like one hell of a machine.

This is very strange for Wrangler...it;s a Jeep thing.

SnTBakosFinest · 03-04-2007, 01:08 AM

Never owned one of the jeeps..but I have ridden in one..my cousin bought one.. its fairly nice..

Also..even though its a jap car..the Mitsubishi Outlander is suprisingly nice..

WaterDR · 03-04-2007, 05:49 AM

But you can't take the top and the doors off an Outlander or any BMW that I know of.

mcmmotorsports · 03-04-2007, 06:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Cheddarbob

no no get the SRT8 jeep

OMG!! Can you say, Separated at Birth? Or better yet, did a worked SRT8 swallow a GT500 and this is all that is left?

CompOrngGT · 03-04-2007, 06:37 AM

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Originally Posted by mcmmotorsports

OMG!! Can you say, Separated at Birth? Or better yet, did a worked SRT8 swallow a GT500 and this is all that is left?

isn't that funny, Chrysler has to take styling ques from Ford to get a decent looking vehicle.

wranglers are rattle traps, and they ride like shit. I'm not a fan of DC as a whole, but I don't think an adult would be too happy w/ any version of the wrangler. I think they cater more towards the 20 something. with that said, I don't know how far they went to redesign the suspension/interior... I do however like the nitro's.

02GTinSC · 03-04-2007, 06:49 AM

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Originally Posted by CompOrngGT

isn't that funny, Chrysler has to take styling ques from Ford to get a decent looking vehicle.

wranglers are rattle traps, and they ride like shit. I'm not a fan of DC as a whole, but I don't think an adult would be too happy w/ any version of the wrangler. I think they cater more towards the 20 something. with that said, I don't know how far they went to redesign the suspension/interior... I do however like the nitro's.

SRT-8 was out way before the GT500

04DarkShadowGT · 03-04-2007, 07:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Cheddarbob

bmws also get nice mpg 325 get 45-50 if you go 65

Yeah ok, very doubtful.

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Originally Posted by 02GTinSC

SRT-8 was out way before the GT500

Just what I was thinking.

SnTBakosFinest · 03-04-2007, 11:44 AM

Lol water, thats true. You can't pop the top off... go for a jeep man..they run really strong for a long time... the wrangler my other cousin had ran till it hit like 130k miles..I think it would've kept going but it made frequent out of state trips into harsh weather.. =p

CompOrngGT · 03-04-2007, 01:33 PM

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Originally Posted by 02GTinSC

SRT-8 was out way before the GT500

doesn't matter, looks like a 99 up cobra.

CompOrngGT · 03-04-2007, 01:38 PM

something to consider; my fiance has been oogling the ford egde commercials, so we stopped today to look at one while they were closed. she's deffinately going to get one when her silverado lease is up. those things are even better lookin in person than the commercial. I think they're on the 500 platform, which is volvo IIRC... stickers were between 28 and 32.

04DarkShadowGT · 03-04-2007, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CompOrngGT

something to consider; my fiance has been oogling the ford egde commercials, so we stopped today to look at one while they were closed. she's deffinately going to get one when her silverado lease is up. those things are even better lookin in person than the commercial. I think they're on the 500 platform, which is volvo IIRC... stickers were between 28 and 32.

The Edge is an uglier version of the Mazda CX-7.

WaterDR · 03-04-2007, 04:54 PM

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Originally Posted by CompOrngGT

isn't that funny, Chrysler has to take styling ques from Ford to get a decent looking vehicle.

wranglers are rattle traps, and they ride like shit. I'm not a fan of DC as a whole, but I don't think an adult would be too happy w/ any version of the wrangler. I think they cater more towards the 20 something. with that said, I don't know how far they went to redesign the suspension/interior... I do however like the nitro's.

Not true. Eveyone I know that owns one is either in their 20's or 50's. It is generally a young person car or an empty nester. But, now that they have 4 doors I think you will see a wider appeal.

*venom* · 03-04-2007, 05:00 PM

Funny thing Im also looking to upgrade my Durango for something smaller. The reasons we got an SUV are no longer valid so a CUV or 4 door Sedan is what Im looking into. I took a test drive on the 2007 G35 sedan and its one nice ride. If you are going to get a Domestic I would recommend getting used as US cars depreciate so much.

00mustang_crazy00 · 03-04-2007, 05:17 PM

actually the edge is a ford cx-9 not cx-7. third row seats and engine proves that.

95STANG · 03-04-2007, 05:51 PM

Chrysler 300 series is the way to go.

Cheddarbob · 03-04-2007, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by 04DarkShadowGT

Yeah ok, very doubtful.

Just what I was thinking.

u must not have a bmw then or youd know

04DarkShadowGT · 03-04-2007, 07:58 PM

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Originally Posted by 00mustang_crazy00

actually the edge is a ford cx-9 not cx-7. third row seats and engine proves that.

They are all pretty much the same. One just is a tad longer and has an extra seat.

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Originally Posted by Cheddarbob

u must not have a bmw then or youd know

Im not even sure if you are joking or just being retarded

but there is no way in hell a 3 series is getting 50mpg. The most fuel efficient model is 21 city 30 highway. Not even close what youre talking about.

03-03-2007, 04:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,374	Might be time for a new car My 2002 Suburban is close to 90k miles. We have really enjoyed the thing, but it is shit-ass big. Essentially, it has become just a giant purse for my wife to throw her crap in and for me to clean out. So, I am seriously considering getting rid of it for a New Wrangler Unlimited Sahara....a 4 door. I am really impressed with those things. Much larger on the inside then you would think. Sure, much smaller then a Suburban, but I am getting tired of that big truck. These things have power windows, dorr locks, nav systems, rear airbags etc.... They are just like any SUV. Anyone own one? __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

03-03-2007, 04:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
Cheddarbob Haul ass on regular gas Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Diego, CA/ Putney, VT Posts: 2,101	no no get the SRT8 jeep __________________ 2000 V6 mustang, K&N FIPK II, True Dual Flowmaster Super 44's, DiabloSport tuner, 9mm Stang wires, Smoked Headlights, Mach 1 chin spoiler, Mach 1 grille delete, smoked tail light tint,GT rear bumper,12in Rockford Fosgate Sub w/a 600 Watt Rockford Amp, Tinted windows 5% back 35% front. SOLD

03-03-2007, 05:32 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cheddarbob Haul ass on regular gas Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: San Diego, CA/ Putney, VT Posts: 2,101	bmws also get nice mpg 325 get 45-50 if you go 65 __________________ 2000 V6 mustang, K&N FIPK II, True Dual Flowmaster Super 44's, DiabloSport tuner, 9mm Stang wires, Smoked Headlights, Mach 1 chin spoiler, Mach 1 grille delete, smoked tail light tint,GT rear bumper,12in Rockford Fosgate Sub w/a 600 Watt Rockford Amp, Tinted windows 5% back 35% front. SOLD

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WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,374	While I appreciate the comments, BMW's are not for me. While any bank on the planet will loan me what I need for a 50k car, I really have no intention to spend that much money on one. Now, I have respect for them,...don't get me wrong, they are good cars. Just way more then I need. A Wrangler should not even be mentiond in the same sentance as BMW. Neither one deserves the other as they are both so different. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

03-04-2007, 05:49 AM	#10 (permalink)
WaterDR Administrator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 6,374	But you can't take the top and the doors off an Outlander or any BMW that I know of. __________________ Black 2000 GT Vert: Novi-2000 with Intercooler (375rwhp @ 9 psi); Tune by Kauffmans; Roush 380R Body kit; Steeda Subframes; Steeda Strut Tower Support; Deep Dish Bullets; FRPP 4:10's; SCT 4 Position Chip with four custom tunes; Steeda CAI; C&L Pleum; BBK 75 TB; SLP Loudmouth; SLP Catted X-Pipe; Bullitt Suspension; UPR Conrol Arms; Focus Fuel Pump My Car My Email

03-03-2007, 05:08 PM	#3 (permalink)
wnracing Posts: n/a	Dodge Nitro....

03-03-2007, 05:17 PM	#4 (permalink)
SpinMedia Posts: n/a	No way... POWER windows AND door LOCKS? That sounds like one hell of a machine.

03-03-2007, 05:24 PM	#5 (permalink)
SpinMedia Posts: n/a	Just my little share, go test drive a BMW X3 or if you have the money for it a BMW x5, specially if its for the wifey, I have a BMW and every now and then when I take my car for service they loan me the BMW x3 and BMW's are just such amazing machines. I had a 2006 Expedition with allt he goodies and the expedition was complete crap compared to the BMW. The expedition passed 70+ MPHH shakes sometimes, you feel bumps on the road, all plastic, etc etc. The BMW you need to constantly be looking at your speedo because if you dont you'll be hitting 100+ without noticing it, you dont feel the road, its just sooo smooth, all the little buttons and gadgets on it, The keyless start button is awesome. Im telling you, you have nothing to lose just test drive one.

03-04-2007, 01:08 AM	#9 (permalink)
SnTBakosFinest Nitrous Injected 3.8 Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,644	Never owned one of the jeeps..but I have ridden in one..my cousin bought one.. its fairly nice.. Also..even though its a jap car..the Mitsubishi Outlander is suprisingly nice..

03-04-2007, 11:44 AM	#15 (permalink)
SnTBakosFinest Nitrous Injected 3.8 Join Date: Oct 2006 Posts: 1,644	Lol water, thats true. You can't pop the top off... go for a jeep man..they run really strong for a long time... the wrangler my other cousin had ran till it hit like 130k miles..I think it would've kept going but it made frequent out of state trips into harsh weather.. =p

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CompOrngGT Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Tonawanda (Buffalo 'burbs) Posts: 118	something to consider; my fiance has been oogling the ford egde commercials, so we stopped today to look at one while they were closed. she's deffinately going to get one when her silverado lease is up. those things are even better lookin in person than the commercial. I think they're on the 500 platform, which is volvo IIRC... stickers were between 28 and 32. __________________ Tim\|Team Evil Pumpkin Racing 04 Competition Orange GT with the works - Modulars FTW. Going back to Vortech, looking for mid 11's... this time I'm serious. Recovering Kenne Bell user.

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venom Super Moderator Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 5,416	Funny thing Im also looking to upgrade my Durango for something smaller. The reasons we got an SUV are no longer valid so a CUV or 4 door Sedan is what Im looking into. I took a test drive on the 2007 G35 sedan and its one nice ride. If you are going to get a Domestic I would recommend getting used as US cars depreciate so much. __________________ http://www.mustangboards.com/mustang...500/ppuser/103

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