Previous Thread
Next Thread
Print Thread
Rate Thread
Page 15 of 62 1 2 13 14 15 16 17 61 62
Re: Small Car recommendations...
Adrian #319669 08/23/10 09:01 PM
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 5,210
axiomite
Offline
axiomite
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 5,210
I'm guessing in the same general tone as 'I don't really want anything for my birthday.'

Tom I know this may be way out in left field but my wife bought her Volvo S80 new in '05 and this is the longest she has ever owned a car, Bimmers, VWs, Mustangs and Camaros ... she's had 'em all but this S80 has been the best. Very seldom do I ever drive it but whenever I do I am always so impressed with the car, stylish, good power and very comfortable.






Rick
Our Room

smile
Re: Small Car recommendations...
RickF #319673 08/23/10 09:24 PM
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
T
axiomite
Offline
axiomite
T
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
Thanks, Rick!

No, I think I'm okay at home. Just have to be prudent with the bottom line. "Whatever I want...within reason" is legitimate and sincere.

I actually sat in a 2007 S60 and liked it quite a bit, although I'm not sure it is "interesting" enough for me to feel satisfied (see Subaru). I guess I decided that I liked the Acura better for that kind of car, although it is more money.


bibere usque ad hilaritatem
Re: Small Car recommendations...
tomtuttle #319676 08/23/10 09:26 PM
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 6,928
Adrian Offline OP
axiomite
OP Offline
axiomite
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 6,928
Tom, I think a G8 might be for you.


Half of communication is listening. You can't listen with your mouth.
Re: Small Car recommendations...
Adrian #319682 08/23/10 10:21 PM
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
T
axiomite
Offline
axiomite
T
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
Here's a revelation...

How about a Volvo S60 R AWD, 300HP Turbo, Edmunds says 0-60 in 5.4 seconds.

What would be wrong with that?

Of course, this seems to be the only one in the NW and it's about 150 miles away.


bibere usque ad hilaritatem
Re: Small Car recommendations...
tomtuttle #319683 08/23/10 10:24 PM
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 18,044
shareholder in the making
Offline
shareholder in the making
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 18,044
I've got an 850 Turbo wagon from the mid 90s. about 50hp less than that, but the predecessor of that model. It accelerates pretty well, but maintenance costs are remarkably high--it's almost always >$400 when we take it into the shop. I like the car, but not well enough to get another one--other than the cargo space and the flat back, which is sort of moot when you're looking at the sedan...


I am the Doctor, and THIS... is my SPOON!
Re: Small Car recommendations...
Ken.C #319685 08/23/10 10:31 PM
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
T
axiomite
Offline
axiomite
T
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
Thanks, Ken!


bibere usque ad hilaritatem
Re: Small Car recommendations...
tomtuttle #319686 08/23/10 10:36 PM
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 18,044
shareholder in the making
Offline
shareholder in the making
Joined: May 2003
Posts: 18,044
OTOH, I look at those pictures, and damn, I like the looks of that car. Especially the wheels. Not quite the wheels from the '95 T5-R (those were graphite), but it's a nice looking car.


I am the Doctor, and THIS... is my SPOON!
Re: Small Car recommendations...
Ken.C #319705 08/23/10 11:22 PM
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
T
axiomite
Offline
axiomite
T
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 8,488
Apparently, it is an automatic frown and hence, a full second slower 0-60. It *looks* like a stick, but the dealer assures me it is an automatic, albeit a fancy 6-speed one with manual mode.

Still having trouble with that fun/comfort balance thing.


bibere usque ad hilaritatem
Re: Small Car recommendations...
tomtuttle #319710 08/23/10 11:32 PM
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 4,444
Likes: 16
M
connoisseur
Offline
connoisseur
M
Joined: Jul 2004
Posts: 4,444
Likes: 16
Originally Posted By: tomtuttle
Here's a revelation...

How about a Volvo S60 R AWD, 300HP Turbo, Edmunds says 0-60 in 5.4 seconds.

What would be wrong with that?

Of course, this seems to be the only one in the NW and it's about 150 miles away.


I bought my X-wife one of those (and a house, and half of everything else). I think it was an 05. Too small for me to get in / out of without cussing a bit, but once seated, it was OK and I'm 5'10". The seats were very comfortable for long rides (I love all Volvo seats). It's a solid little car, will hold the road well at over a buck 130. Doesn't get there real fast, not fast enough for my tastes, but over all, a damn nice car. If I were looking at sedans, the S80, V8 AWD would be on my short list. I prefer them over an A6 by a long shot.

Re: Small Car recommendations...
tomtuttle #319713 08/23/10 11:39 PM
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,859
connoisseur
Offline
connoisseur
Joined: Mar 2003
Posts: 1,859
Didn't read a lot of the thread, but read the part about the WRX and Legacy. WRX was my last car, and I have a Legacy now, so I can speak to this. The WRX was a lot of fun. Handles well, all wheel drive for bad weather, and FAST!

I got my Legacy in Jan 2009 (end of Dec 2008 technically). I knew a baby was not far off (had our first this past December) so I wanted something 4 door, preferably with a little more space than the WRX, but still something fun. I drove a bunch of cars and ended up with the Legacy GT. The GT is the key part of that. It is still plenty fast (mid 5's 0-60 if I recall) and handles well, but is a bit smoother of a ride and has more room in the back for the car seat.

I've had good luck with Subaru maintenance wise as well. I'd recommend it to you.

I would steer clear of Audi/VW. They are about as bad as it gets for reliability, at least according to consumer reports. My wife had an Audi and it fit the CR assessment. Always seemed to be things going wrong with it. She has a Honda CRV now and it's been good.

Page 15 of 62 1 2 13 14 15 16 17 61 62

Moderated by  alan, Amie, Andrew, axiomadmin, Brent, Debbie, Ian, Jc 

Link Copied to Clipboard

Need Help Graphic

Forum Statistics
Forums16
Topics24,940
Posts442,457
Members15,616
Most Online2,082
Jan 22nd, 2020
Top Posters
Ken.C 18,044
pmbuko 16,441
SirQuack 13,840
CV 12,077
MarkSJohnson 11,458
Who's Online Now
0 members (), 386 guests, and 4 robots.
Key: Admin, Global Mod, Mod
Newsletter Signup
Powered by UBB.threads™ PHP Forum Software 7.7.4