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Hoover · 09-20-2016, 10:35 AM

The other car thread got me thinking that maybe I should ask you guys what kind of car I should buy.

Here is what you need to know.

1. I have a wife, son, and 105 lb dog (GSD).
2. I live in Iowa, so I don't want anything that would suck in bad weather.
3. My wife drives a Subaru Outback. I love it. Awesome car in shitty weather, and since its AWD, there is no guess work when to use 4WD. We have a divered so the dog stays out of the front.
4. We don't really travel with the dog, but we take her down the road to hang out with my father-in-laws GSD every day, so she's in the car twice a day.

What I'm looking for.

1. I want a vehicle with some size. If we were going to load up and go on a trip, I want a vehicle that has some cargo space.

2. Need decent gas mileage, but realize what I'll get with AWD of 4WD

3. If its over 6000, I would qualify for a business tax deduction.

4. I entertain clients, so needs to be nice.

Vehicles I've thought about.

1. New Ford F150, Chevy, GMC, Ram. - Crew Cab short box throw a topper on it for the dog. Like the idea of keeping the cabin clean.

2. I can't believe what the new Tahoes and Surburbans go for.

3. Larger mid-size SUVs, GMC Arcadia, Ford Explorer, really any mid-size SUV, would do.

4. Somedays I'm like fu@k it, and just get another Outback, but I know I'll miss the size.

**Buehler445** · 09-20-2016, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

I had another local shop call me just last week asking what I thought about one.

Makes you feel good, that's for sure.

Yeah. There aren't many guys around I don't like but they are definitely in competition for acres.

**lewdog** · 09-20-2016, 08:12 PM

I think the coolest thing about Hometeam is that I've literally seen him rep almost every major car brand based on someone's question or concern. Dude may sell Ford's, but I don't consider him biased.

**SAUTO** · 09-20-2016, 08:22 PM

My silverado drives as nice as any Cadillac I've ever been in and is just as quiet.

I don't know what's different on the z71 I'm driving but it's terrible compared.

burt · 09-22-2016, 03:12 PM

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Originally Posted by hometeam

12+ Ford explorer or F-150 with the 2.7 ecoboost sounds perfect for what you need, new or used.

A new explorer with the 2.3 gets good fuel mileage for the size and ticks all your boxes.

I just so happen to have a ton of those, as well as the largest used car inventory near you. Lets make a deal, and you can be the 6th person in Iowa who has bought a car from me this year~

Actually, I am closer...in Olathe. Traverse? Silverado...we don't use flimsy Aluminum in our beds (see commercial)

burt · 09-22-2016, 03:14 PM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

Oh trust me I am.

I tell everyone looking to call hometeam.

HEY, DAMN YOU!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

burt · 09-22-2016, 03:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Flopnuts

My man!!!

Et tu, Flop????

burt · 09-22-2016, 03:16 PM

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Originally Posted by JASONSAUTO

Oh Burt sold a car from here. **** man I thought it was you.

Someone needs to buy something from you.

I would have if you could have gotten me my specific silverado, but you don't sell them new...

burt does.....

**SAUTO** · 09-22-2016, 03:20 PM

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Originally Posted by burt

burt does.....

That's good to know, I've already got one but I'm a little pissed about the transmission that they don't even know when it could be there.

Almost two weeks at this point.

**hometeam** · 09-22-2016, 03:25 PM

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Originally Posted by burt

Actually, I am closer...in Olathe. Traverse? Silverado...we don't use flimsy Aluminum in our beds (see commercial)

Wonder how bad chevy is going to want to forget that commercial when they finally catch up :P

burt · 09-22-2016, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by hometeam

Wonder how bad chevy is going to want to forget that commercial when they finally catch up :P

Chevy don't want no Holy Bed.....

threebag · 09-23-2016, 01:39 AM

Ford guys are use to having holes poked in them

Nickhead · 09-23-2016, 03:06 AM

YUGO!!!!!!

but on a serious note, if we want to curb carbon emissions, add a bong to all tail pipes.

BryanBusby · 09-23-2016, 07:27 AM

I have a Mazda CX-5.

Decent space, has models with AWD and can get 30 mpg on the highway. Mazda makes pretty solid cars and aren't too expensive.

burt · 09-23-2016, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by BryanBusby

I have a Mazda CX-5.

Decent space, has models with AWD and can get 30 mpg on the highway. Mazda makes pretty solid cars and aren't too expensive.

CX-5 is very nice. Oh, BTW the Equinox has the highest safety ratings in the class (tied with CRV) as well as J.D. Powers #1 in initial quality.....just sayin'.

Sfeihc · 09-23-2016, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by burt

CX-5 is very nice. Oh, BTW the Equinox has the highest safety ratings in the class (tied with CRV) as well as J.D. Powers #1 in initial quality.....just sayin'.

Just watched a video on the 2018 Chevy Equinox. Looks good. Very tough segment.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u32S9L9TnHc

09-20-2016, 10:35 AM
Hoover Rufus Dawes Jr. Join Date: Aug 2000 Casino cash: $1748179	Help me buy my next car The other car thread got me thinking that maybe I should ask you guys what kind of car I should buy. Here is what you need to know. 1. I have a wife, son, and 105 lb dog (GSD). 2. I live in Iowa, so I don't want anything that would suck in bad weather. 3. My wife drives a Subaru Outback. I love it. Awesome car in shitty weather, and since its AWD, there is no guess work when to use 4WD. We have a divered so the dog stays out of the front. 4. We don't really travel with the dog, but we take her down the road to hang out with my father-in-laws GSD every day, so she's in the car twice a day. What I'm looking for. 1. I want a vehicle with some size. If we were going to load up and go on a trip, I want a vehicle that has some cargo space. 2. Need decent gas mileage, but realize what I'll get with AWD of 4WD 3. If its over 6000, I would qualify for a business tax deduction. 4. I entertain clients, so needs to be nice. Vehicles I've thought about. 1. New Ford F150, Chevy, GMC, Ram. - Crew Cab short box throw a topper on it for the dog. Like the idea of keeping the cabin clean. 2. I can't believe what the new Tahoes and Surburbans go for. 3. Larger mid-size SUVs, GMC Arcadia, Ford Explorer, really any mid-size SUV, would do. 4. Somedays I'm like fu@k it, and just get another Outback, but I know I'll miss the size.
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