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Old 12-02-07, 05:03   #1 (permalink)
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Need Advice Which Of These Vehicles Would You Guys Reccomend?

Hi Everyone I am expanding my business in 2008 and I am looking to get out of my 2001 Pontiac Grand Prix GT Sedan instead of getting a enclosed 5by8 trailer with hitch to put on my car?

I would like to get something that is safe, reliable, lots of cargo space more than 40 cu ft., AWD, 4WD, FWD, Here are the vehicles I like which ones would you all reccomend? I also need alot of advertising space to on the car?


1. Honda Element SC
2. Subaru Forester
3. Honda CR-V EX-L
4. Toyota RAV4 4CYL or V6
5. Mazda3 GT Hatchback


Any other idea would be great?

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Old 12-02-07, 05:28   #2 (permalink)
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Re: Need Advice Which Of These Vehicles Would You Guys Reccomend?

The ford escape and subaru would be my top choice out of your list. I wouldn't waste my time with the hhr, besides the cool factor(looks) theres nothing i like about it.
 
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Old 12-02-07, 05:30   #3 (permalink)
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Re: Need Advice Which Of These Vehicles Would You Guys Reccomend?

Does anybody else want to chime in I am getting the car in a week or two I have driven all of them over the past month, Which ones would you guys get?
 
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Old 12-02-07, 05:45   #4 (permalink)
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Re: Need Advice Which Of These Vehicles Would You Guys Reccomend?

Another vehicle you should check out would be the dodge nitro. Seems like it would fit in the list of what you're looking for.
 
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Old 12-02-07, 05:47   #5 (permalink)
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Re: Need Advice Which Of These Vehicles Would You Guys Reccomend?

Test drive them all and pick one. I second the Subaru But i'm bias, I have a Legacy.
 
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Old 12-02-07, 05:48   #6 (permalink)
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Yeah Thats a good looking SUV .....
 
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Old 12-02-07, 05:49   #7 (permalink)
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Does the subaru forester have enough room you think oh and I did test drive them all...
 
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Old 12-02-07, 06:05   #8 (permalink)
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Re: Need Advice Which Of These Vehicles Would You Guys Reccomend?

Honda Element SC - good car, the K24 motor is reliable, built well, good fuel economy
Honda CR-V EX-L - nice updated body, excellent reliability, good fuel economy, 4WD
Toyota Matrix XR - hatch design is good for storing things, toyota build quality, a bit underpowered for a 2800lb car IMO. FWD
Toyota RAV4 4CYL or V6 - longer wheelbase = more space, toyota build quality, 4 cyl engine has good fuel economy, V6 engine is well built. 4WD
Mazda5 GT - mazda was recently placed as being one of the most reliable cars on the road. The mini minivan design allows for an innovate solution to storing things. The larger rear storage area gives you more option if you fabricate some storage solution(s). Underpowered and not that great fuel economy. FWD
Mazda3 GT Hatchback - good storage capacity, reliable, good on gas
Nissan Rogue SL - no idea on this one, haven't taken a look at this SUV yet. I believe its built to compete with the CRV and RAV4 though.
Subaru Forester Sport 2.5X, 2.5X Premium, 2.5 Sport XT - well built cars, meant to be driven, AWD. Fuel economy is not as great because of AWD, and weight.
Mazda CX-7 - in another class. But is priced extremely well for what it offers.


I think you need to narrow down your choices. You have too many cars from too many classes. Not to mention the prices.

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if awd is important, i don't think the honda element sc comes in anything except FWD.
i drive an awd element and highly recommend it if you need 4 seats or less, have ice/snow to deal with and want to carry alot of supplies.
i typcially get 20-22 city and 22-24 hwy.
 
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Old 12-02-07, 06:52   #10 (permalink)
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Any more ideas would be a great help for me.
 
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I would go for honda element. Good reliability, optimum space . Value for money.
 
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I would go for honda element. Good reliability, optimum space . Value for money.
That as well as the interior is more durable for carting around your detailing stuff and crazy easy to clean inside.
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