# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [About the Buying/Selling category](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-the-buying-selling-category/93875)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2016, 10:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/about-the-buying-selling-category/93875 "2016-07-18T22:30:14Z")
Debating a new ride? Ask all your buying and selling questions here. --- ## [Advice on what to do with my 2002 Xterra Bad Alternator](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-what-to-do-with-my-2002-xterra-bad-alternator/206425)
**Author:** [@GMan88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMan88)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2026, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-what-to-do-with-my-2002-xterra-bad-alternator/206425 "2026-10-19T00:11:48Z")
Hi Everyone, this is another part on an issue I had previously posted about. At the time of my previous posting at the beginning of this summer, the consensus from the community was to start looking into purchasing a new… --- ## [Advice on VIN checker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-vin-checker/206228)
**Author:** [@car\_fan13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/car_fan13)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-vin-checker/206228 "2026-10-01T17:25:13Z")
Hi there! Looking for a new car rn (want to buy a used one). My previous one was the one from my family, so I knew all the history (well, my dad repairs everything lol), but right now I have read here that I need to use… --- ## [For infrequent use, is it better to buy an older pre 80s pre age of plastics car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-infrequent-use-is-it-better-to-buy-an-older-pre-80s-pre-age-of-plastics-car/206257)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2026, 6:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-infrequent-use-is-it-better-to-buy-an-older-pre-80s-pre-age-of-plastics-car/206257 "2026-09-22T18:04:03Z")
Say you have a property that you visit for a few weeks out of the year, and you want to have an additional car there. It is used, but driven 1000 miles or less per year, and kept garaged or covered. Current cars are ful… --- ## [Is it time to start searching for another vehicle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-time-to-start-searching-for-another-vehicle/205798)
**Author:** [@GMan88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GMan88)\ **Replies:** 50\ **Last updated:** [August 26, 2026, 12:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-time-to-start-searching-for-another-vehicle/205798 "2026-08-26T00:29:43Z")
I have a 2002 Xterra with a P0301 check engine light that appears on occasion. It came on and started giving some rough performance for about 10 seconds. Directly after the engine making a bit of a shaking and slight rum… --- ## [Help widowed “Soccer Grandma” choose a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-widowed-soccer-grandma-choose-a-car/205896)
**Author:** [@Honda2076](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Honda2076)\ **Replies:** 81\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2026, 2:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-widowed-soccer-grandma-choose-a-car/205896 "2026-07-07T14:37:53Z")
Old 2002 Honda Odyssey just got totaled by tornado. Requirements: Easy to get into drivers seat Easy to load Bass guitars, long-necked banjos and amps in the back (SUV, minivan-sized) Good resale (not sure how long I… --- ## [New driver, blind in one eye: suggestions for vehicles and safety?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-driver-blind-in-one-eye-suggestions-for-vehicles-and-safety/115353)
**Author:** [@Tom-Nichol](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom-Nichol)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2026, 11:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-driver-blind-in-one-eye-suggestions-for-vehicles-and-safety/115353 "2026-07-04T11:30:42Z")
I am one of those few souls in this country who–believe it or not–have NEVER owned an automobile of any kind! (I took Driver’s Ed in high school, but my father could not afford insurance, so I never did any real driving… --- ## [Geely’s Galaxy M9](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geely-s-galaxy-m9/205500)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 22, 2026, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/geely-s-galaxy-m9/205500 "2026-05-22T23:04:05Z")
This is why you can’t buy Chinese EVs in the US. It’s ready for prime time here and would sell at an attractive price. Artificially inflated price is the main reason we won’t see this and other Chinese EVs soon. Would yo… --- ## [What new cars have older features and reliability without the newer complexities and styles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-new-cars-have-older-features-and-reliability-without-the-newer-complexities-and-styles/205326)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 196\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2026, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-new-cars-have-older-features-and-reliability-without-the-newer-complexities-and-styles/205326 "2026-04-27T22:40:23Z")
Mostly curious as cars are getting more complicated with more things to go wrong. I wonder what is available that has these things: Available without low profile tires. Must have 16" rims or smaller. Has traditional hy… --- ## [A/C "explosion"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-explosion/63792)
**Author:** [@JudithHurst](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JudithHurst)\ **Replies:** 82\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2026, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-c-explosion/63792 "2026-04-08T22:51:55Z")
I have a 2000 VW Beetle. The a/c was fixed, but when I collected it, the cold air only lasted a day. I took it back, the mechanic said there had been a leak and it needed a new "O Ring" (I have about as much car knowledg… --- ## [20 year old car rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-year-old-car-rust/205254)
**Author:** [@squidE2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/squidE2)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-year-old-car-rust/205254 "2026-03-14T12:24:32Z")
Hello, I’m looking at purchasing a ~20 year old sedan that has spent most of its life on the East Coast of the US. It has previously had parts of the exhaust rust. Is this an amount of rust you would be concerned about? … --- ## [Looking to change cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-change-cars/205216)
**Author:** [@PhilipHowells63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilipHowells63)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2026, 12:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-change-cars/205216 "2026-03-11T00:24:54Z")
We are trying to find a vehicle that can handle snow and has room for 5 adults. My wife suffers with sciatica and the driver seats are a problem. We have a 2019 Subaru Forester our 5th one, I have always liked them, th… --- ## [Can a dealer sell a car without a title](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-dealer-sell-a-car-without-a-title/204306)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2026, 5:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-dealer-sell-a-car-without-a-title/204306 "2026-01-24T05:38:52Z")
I saw this article this morning and thought it worth bringing to your attention. Our neighbor bought a car from CarMax that was stolen, and clearly didn’t have a clear title. Looks like CarMax sold one they bought at who… --- ## [Amazon Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/amazon-ford/204474)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [November 19, 2025, 6:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/amazon-ford/204474 "2025-11-19T18:18:55Z")
I saw on the news tonight that Ford will sell CPO cars on Amazon. You can buy, finance, and schedule pick up on Amazon Autos. Here’s an article in R&T. What do you think about it? It looks to me like a logical extension… --- ## [Ineos Grenadier](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ineos-grenadier/204269)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2025, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ineos-grenadier/204269 "2025-10-25T14:48:39Z")
If you haven’t heard of it, this is an off road utility vehicle. It is designed to replace the Land Rover Defender (not associated with JLR), and is very old school. I saw it first in newspaper ads this week. I’m not int… --- ## [Used EVs more affordable](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-evs-more-affordable/204192)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2025, 10:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-evs-more-affordable/204192 "2025-10-09T22:22:13Z")
The linked article says that used EVs are coming closer in cost used ICE cars. The average sales price is about the same and used EVs are newer on average. High depreciation means better affordability for buyers. They ci… --- ## [Can purchasing a new vehicle ever be considered an investment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-purchasing-a-new-vehicle-ever-be-considered-an-investment/204140)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [October 7, 2025, 1:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-purchasing-a-new-vehicle-ever-be-considered-an-investment/204140 "2025-10-07T13:42:48Z")
I was recently heard a conversation about a new vehicle sales person telling a customer that buying some $50,000+ pick up truck was an investment, and laughing at the stupidity. That got me thinking, could any vehicle e… --- ## [Lemon Laws Review](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lemon-laws-review/204175)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2025, 4:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lemon-laws-review/204175 "2025-10-04T16:46:23Z")
Here’s a general review of lemon laws in the US. It seems to me that posting this occasionally is useful. It doesn’t cover state rules in detail, and you can look those up on your state government website or using a web … --- ## [What current vehicles have full length engine oil pans?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-current-vehicles-have-full-length-engine-oil-pans/204139)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 25, 2025, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-current-vehicles-have-full-length-engine-oil-pans/204139 "2025-09-25T21:21:38Z")
In a lot of the more modern engines, the whole bottom of the engine unbolts in to two parts to allow access to the crankshaft and rod bearings. The oil pan is just a small cover on the bottom portion. In the past removi… --- ## [Help With New Car Suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-new-car-suggestions/201112)
**Author:** [@FreddyForeshadowing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FreddyForeshadowing)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2025, 4:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-new-car-suggestions/201112 "2025-07-24T04:28:13Z")
Hi All, Not exactly a car person, so hoping I could get a little advice on maybe shortlisting a few makes/models to look at and/or avoid. I’m looking to replace an 09 Corolla XLE, that was deemed a total loss after bei… --- ## [Car accessories- security systems, radios, etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-accessories-security-systems-radios-etc/199511)
**Author:** [@Noglisko](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noglisko)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2025, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-accessories-security-systems-radios-etc/199511 "2025-03-17T22:02:49Z")
Hi Everyone! I was hoping someone may have advice :slight\_smile: I am hoping someone may know any third party or removal based companies that pay a sum for bulk car accessories (radios, security systems, speakers, subw… --- ## [Good truck/SUV for a DIY mechanic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-truck-suv-for-a-diy-mechanic/200609)
**Author:** [@goodingnicholas\_193852](https://community.cartalk.com/u/goodingnicholas_193852)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2025, 5:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-truck-suv-for-a-diy-mechanic/200609 "2025-06-17T05:21:49Z")
I’m looking to purchase a smallish used truck (slight preference for an SUV over a pickup truck) and would love some advice. I generally do all routine/basic maintenance work (e.g., I’ve done fluids, brakes, replacing ea… --- ## [New or used?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-used/195149)
**Author:** [@Beeper1971](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beeper1971)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2024, 9:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-used/195149 "2024-10-22T21:31:56Z")
I need a car for my 18 year old daughter. We’d like to spend about 20K or so. For this price, it looks like we could get a base model small car (Jetta, Sentra, etc.) However, a dealer in town has an 2018 Hyundai Tucso… --- ## [Car choices in a bumpy area](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-choices-in-a-bumpy-area/200052)
**Author:** [@cdaquila](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdaquila)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2025, 1:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-choices-in-a-bumpy-area/200052 "2025-05-14T13:49:24Z")
Hi, want to run something by you all. I have a 2013 Kia Forte EX. It’s got 130k miles on it, and I bought it 5 years ago with all maintenance records provided, and I have taken my 15 years of lessons from Car Talk and d… --- ## [2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport - Want To Buy But Not Sure If It's The Right Choice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-montero-sport-want-to-buy-but-not-sure-if-its-the-right-choice/199824)
**Author:** [@washington\_1933](https://community.cartalk.com/u/washington_1933)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2025, 1:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mitsubishi-montero-sport-want-to-buy-but-not-sure-if-its-the-right-choice/199824 "2025-04-14T13:01:14Z")
I found a very nice 2004 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS 4x2 for sale a few miles out of town. It has 201,000 miles and an asking price of $5000. The two previous owners kept up with maintenance according to Carfax, the deal… --- ## [I'm not excited about a new car note, but I also don't know how reliable a used car would be. Pros & cons?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-not-excited-about-a-new-car-note-but-i-also-dont-know-how-reliable-a-used-car-would-be-pros-cons/199463)
**Author:** [@matthewojela0\_192998](https://community.cartalk.com/u/matthewojela0_192998)\ **Replies:** 90\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2025, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-not-excited-about-a-new-car-note-but-i-also-dont-know-how-reliable-a-used-car-would-be-pros-cons/199463 "2025-04-12T02:16:00Z")
I recently came into some money, and the first thing on my mind was whether I wanted to buy a brand-new car. Of course, I’m not planning to pay in full if it’s new; I’d rather stretch my funds unless I can find something… --- ## [Best Pickup between Hilux and JAC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-pickup-between-hilux-and-jac/199711)
**Author:** [@davidwilliam79x\_192784](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davidwilliam79x_192784)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2025, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-pickup-between-hilux-and-jac/199711 "2025-04-02T21:16:48Z")
Im wanting to buy a pickup for myself,there are few possible options.The ford ranger is not an option as its way overpriced due to TAXES. I have two options: The 2025 Hilux JAC T9 The JAC T9 at a lower price point th… --- ## [2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid vs 2025 CRV Hybrid vs 2025 Lexus NX 350h](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2025-mazda-cx-50-hybrid-vs-2025-crv-hybrid-vs-2025-lexus-nx-350h/199425)
**Author:** [@michaelcsbba\_193090](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelcsbba_193090)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2025, 4:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2025-mazda-cx-50-hybrid-vs-2025-crv-hybrid-vs-2025-lexus-nx-350h/199425 "2025-03-11T16:06:43Z")
I am trying to decide which one of these 3 cars to buy. I test drove all three of them and I feel indifferent about the driving quality and comfort, they are all great! I am torn about which one of these cars to buy as … --- ## [Logistics of getting a pre-purchase inspection on an older car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/logistics-of-getting-a-pre-purchase-inspection-on-an-older-car/199402)
**Author:** [@WesternRoadtripper1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WesternRoadtripper1)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2025, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/logistics-of-getting-a-pre-purchase-inspection-on-an-older-car/199402 "2025-03-08T17:02:36Z")
I’m still hunting for a second gen Toyota Sienna, specifically from a private owner. For the first time in history, I’m committed to getting a professional pre-purchase inspection. I have been incredibly lucky with previ… --- ## [Pre-purchase inspection](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-purchase-inspection/199389)
**Author:** [@ladonnahargis\_193055](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ladonnahargis_193055)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2025, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-purchase-inspection/199389 "2025-03-07T17:01:43Z")
I’ve now been turned down by 3 Pre-Purchase Mobile Inspection companies who say they no longer serve the Lynchburg, VA area. I’m trying to buy a used car from there (I’m in Louisiana). Have done this several times before… [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=1)