Dealing on a car
By Grandmaof2
@Grandmaof2 (7578)
Canada
September 3, 2007 12:28am CST
Well after much thought and talks we went looking for a different car. It's a gong show to see what people are selling for big money. Unreal. We went pricing vehicles and we narrowed it down to a Kia Rondo and a Toyota Rav4. It's pretty scary stuff at the prices. What do you prefer a Toyota or a Kia? I prefer a Buick but that's way out of our league. Thanks friends for your advice.
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7 responses
@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
3 Sep 07
We were just discussing new cars with my mechanic. He said you can't go wrong with a Honda or a Toyota. Mechanically they are the best.
I am looking at getting one of those use certified Hondas in the next couple of years.
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@webeishere (36313)
• United States
3 Sep 07
Toyota's have been on the top of Consumers Guide for many
years as the best vehicle as far as maintenance etc.
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@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
3 Sep 07
Well since we live in different countries, I don't think we share a mechanic, but I am going to guess both of them can't be wrong.
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@Grandmaof2 (7578)
• Canada
3 Sep 07
Well I'll be. The young fella we get here at the garage told me the very same thing. I went in to ask him because he has a very good reputation and is a very good mechanic he told me what to stay away from and highly recommended I look at a Toyota and Honda. We don't have a Honda here I'd have to go to the next big city.
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@brendakaya (2332)
• United States
3 Sep 07
II think the Kia's are ok. But, if I had the choice, I'd probably want, the RAV4. I know someone that has one. It's been a good car. Take care.
@Grandmaof2 (7578)
• Canada
3 Sep 07
I am rating all these replys a + because you don't know how much this means to me. Your comments were very valuable. I do not know anyone who has a Rav4. Thank You so much and Take Care. myLot may not be a paying site in terms of getting rich but the comments, friendships and the information we can share is priceless. Take Care!!!
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@brendakaya (2332)
• United States
3 Sep 07
You are so right. I have so many friends on here, that I just love getting the opinions from. I feel so blessed, every time one of them answers my discussions. Take care.
@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
3 Sep 07
Well if I only have the choice of them 2 lol then I will be going for the Toyota as I think they are lovely Cars
I personally have a VW but I have that through the Disability and I bought it second Hand so that means I pay my own Insurance and that
There is another Option where I can get a brand new Car every 3 years and I do not pay Insurance and that they do but I wanted the car to be my own so I went for the second Option and I love the car
I bought it last year February
But yes I would say Toyota
Hugs to you
@Grandmaof2 (7578)
• Canada
4 Sep 07
Thanks hon, another positive for Toyota. I so love my friends here and how everyone comes forward to try and help. Thank You and Take Care
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@webeishere (36313)
• United States
3 Sep 07
I also am a Buick man. Thats due to my family ties and work with GM in actuality. I get a really decent employee/family discounft on GM cars. So thats the reason I buy GM.s especially my 2005 Buick LeSabre pictured here. But if I HAD to choose I'd take the Rav4.
HAPPY POSTINGS FROM GRANDPA BOB !!~
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@Grandmaof2 (7578)
• Canada
4 Sep 07
I love your car!!!I wished mine was as new as yours. I think you'll be surprized when you see the photo of mine. It's a 1994 and in beautiful shape for a 94. I hate to have to part with it. The seats are like new. I have always had my hand crocheted covers on the seats. I'm so sad to have to part with the ol' girl. I have another post to do tomorrow and I'll send along a photo.
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@MsTickle (25180)
• Australia
4 Sep 07
I always check on the price and availability of spare parts and repairs before buying a car. It's probably still a toss up on those two. I'd be inclined to go for the RAV 4, cos I think Toyota has a stronger reputation...Kia to me doesn't have the same standards as Toyota. It's probably cheaper but you need quality in a car. Also, resale value is important and the Toyota would come out better in this area. I also need comfort....lot's of leg room cos I'm tall and not too hard to get into and out of...back & knee problems being prevalent with me. Hope this helps...
@Grandmaof2 (7578)
• Canada
4 Sep 07
I would never have thought to check the price of parts and service because for me being able to pay for the vehicle is number one, but I do like your idea and I certainly think it's a very good idea. Thanks for the heads up. I have an appointment with a Toyota tomorrow, that'll be interesting!!!
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@kelly60 (4546)
• United States
3 Sep 07
I know what you mean about wanting to stick to the Buick but not being able to afford it. We actually have discussed buying a Kia, although we will not be doing it any time soon. My old car is going to have to get us by for quite a while yet before we can buy anything else.
@Grandmaof2 (7578)
• Canada
3 Sep 07
This is right. I wish everyone could see my car. That's what I'll try to do is take a picture. It has No rust, the seats are burgandy velour, no stains not tears and the seats are in new condition. I have always kept crocheted covers over the seats. The car looks georgous but no one can find the problem. It doesn't burn a drop of oil between oil changes and it has always had regular scheduled oiled changes.
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@brijlesh (273)
• India
7 Sep 07
I want to purchase a small car on finance anybody can help me?
Please give me few suggestions regarding to finance and car selection techniques.
