# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=18 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 19 --- ## [A troubling report in the WSJ](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-troubling-report-in-the-wsj/133497)
**Author:** [@eleanorsky\_146661](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eleanorsky_146661)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2019, 12:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-troubling-report-in-the-wsj/133497 "2019-01-30T12:34:32Z")
I just saw recently in the Wall Street Journal that Japanese Subaru makers have discovered a problem with the steering columns in Foresters, Imprezas and Crosstreks. There has been no word on what they plan to do with th… --- ## [Used car under 60k, from 2015+ and under 50k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-under-60k-from-2015-and-under-50k-miles/132867)
**Author:** [@samuel.serea\_147159](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samuel.serea_147159)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-under-60k-from-2015-and-under-50k-miles/132867 "2019-01-18T21:06:31Z")
Hi there. I am looking to buy a used car for 60k, that is from 2015+ and has decent miles, preferably under 50k. I came down to 4 models: BMW M6,Jaguar F-Type R, Nissan GTR, Porsche 911 Carrera, So far I am still searchi… --- ## [First Car Buyer and Need Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-buyer-and-need-advice/132841)
**Author:** [@MC\_Sheen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MC_Sheen)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2019, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-buyer-and-need-advice/132841 "2019-01-18T13:38:59Z")
I’m a college student that is going to be graduating at the end of the spring with an engineering job lined up afterwards. Therefore, I need to get a daily driver this summer to commute to work. I would prefer that it is… --- ## [2014 Mercedes-Benz GL-Class - worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mercedes-benz-gl-class-worth-buying/132726)
**Author:** [@RobertSRichards](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertSRichards)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2019, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-mercedes-benz-gl-class-worth-buying/132726 "2019-01-17T18:02:39Z")
looking at a used GL 450. Just over 199k miles. Looks good, with no accident history. Just a lot of miles. Any issues?? --- ## [How should I go about fixing my 2010 Honda Accord? (More details below)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-should-i-go-about-fixing-my-2010-honda-accord-more-details-below/132589)
**Author:** [@jimmie.carson505\_146990](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmie.carson505_146990)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2019, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-should-i-go-about-fixing-my-2010-honda-accord-more-details-below/132589 "2019-01-16T00:51:17Z")
I owe $4,924 on a 2010 Accord worth $4,000 on KBB (w/ a “Good” rating and 123,000 miles). There are minor cosmetic damages from a hit and run case that was never settled. My insurance has a $500 deductible to fix them. I… --- ## [Looking for MK1 OR MK2 VW Rabbit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-mk1-or-mk2-vw-rabbit/132594)
**Author:** [@Gid\_12](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gid_12)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2019, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-mk1-or-mk2-vw-rabbit/132594 "2019-01-14T20:27:10Z")
Volkswagen Rabbit really want one --- ## [Why can't I get my custom car order the way I want it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-i-get-my-custom-car-order-the-way-i-want-it/132607)
**Author:** [@FranklinDFoxJr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/FranklinDFoxJr)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2019, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-i-get-my-custom-car-order-the-way-i-want-it/132607 "2019-01-14T15:05:40Z")
I am on my way out of the door. Retiring that is. I’m in the market for a new vehicle. So if I wanted to order it from the factory, why can’t I get it the way I want it? Cloth seats, timing chain plus a few more things t… --- ## [2015 Toyota Tundra 4WD Truck opinions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-opinions/132530)
**Author:** [@Robert471](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert471)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2019, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-toyota-tundra-4wd-truck-opinions/132530 "2019-01-13T03:48:01Z")
I am looking to buy the 1794 edition . Is this a good truck . --- ## [First car buyer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-buyer/131918)
**Author:** [@katiepulgar\_146539](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katiepulgar_146539)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2019, 7:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-buyer/131918 "2019-01-10T07:02:26Z")
looking into cars and I came across a 2008 Mercedes-benz c-class-c 300 sport with 75,284 miles. just wondering if its a smart purchase. its around $8,000. would like something to last me around 5+ years and is good on ga… --- ## [To Find a Subaru Crosstrek](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-find-a-subaru-crosstrek/132095)
**Author:** [@eleanorsky\_146661](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eleanorsky_146661)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [January 8, 2019, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-find-a-subaru-crosstrek/132095 "2019-01-08T01:39:04Z")
I am in the market for a Subaru Crosstrek. However, I hate the color options. I have been waiting literally for YEARS to buy a car that is a nice, rich metallic dark green. If I am forced to, I will buy some other color,… --- ## [Is a 2008 BMW X3 reliable for a college student?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-2008-bmw-x3-reliable-for-a-college-student/132194)
**Author:** [@KaylaCapps](https://community.cartalk.com/u/KaylaCapps)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 7, 2019, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-a-2008-bmw-x3-reliable-for-a-college-student/132194 "2019-01-07T19:38:49Z")
I am currently looking at a 2008 BMW x3 with almost 115,000 miles on it and one owner. I am about to be traveling to college and am not sure if it is reliable enough. Have any suggestions? --- ## [Senior looking for a reliable, fun car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/senior-looking-for-a-reliable-fun-car/131767)
**Author:** [@Jill07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jill07)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2019, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/senior-looking-for-a-reliable-fun-car/131767 "2019-01-03T00:52:24Z")
Senior female needs used car that is reliable, sits high like a minivan but has some flair and is fun to drive. Was thinking about a jeep renegade but concerned re: repair issues. Suggestions for what might be my last … --- ## [Forester XT vs V50 T5 AWD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forester-xt-vs-v50-t5-awd/131751)
**Author:** [@Weareminotaur](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Weareminotaur)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2019, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forester-xt-vs-v50-t5-awd/131751 "2019-01-01T21:05:16Z")
I’ve narrowed my car search to a 2006 Subaru Forester XT with 70k miles, and a 2007 Volvo T5 AWD with 100k miles. Both seem to be in good shape and have basically the same features and options. Looking g for people’s opi… --- ## [Pontiac parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-parts/131670)
**Author:** [@Peter-Pinsonneault](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Peter-Pinsonneault)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2018, 4:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pontiac-parts/131670 "2018-12-31T16:41:32Z")
i have a 2008 pontiac g6 v6 and am looking for a front bumper a radiator a radiator holding tank and tires and rear shocks --- ## [Opinions? Highest Seat for Bad Knees](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-highest-seat-for-bad-knees/113571)
**Author:** [@Phoebe\_Lostroh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Phoebe_Lostroh)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2018, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-highest-seat-for-bad-knees/113571 "2018-12-28T21:10:18Z")
Hi, everybody. I’d like to buy a vehicle similar to a Subaru Outback but with seats that are higher off the ground. I can’t seem to hit on the right search term to figure this out - it may be related to ground clearanc… --- ## [Looking for spoke rims for Mustang II](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-spoke-rims-for-mustang-ii/131417)
**Author:** [@Gerald51](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gerald51)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 25, 2018, 9:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-spoke-rims-for-mustang-ii/131417 "2018-12-25T21:36:03Z")
I just got a 1975 Mustang 2 Ghia and having it running. I am looking for spoke rims. Is there a company in the U.S. that deals with classic Mustang parts? --- ## [2013 Scion xB - opinions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-scion-xb-opinions/131322)
**Author:** [@JamesBarzee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JamesBarzee)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2018, 8:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-scion-xb-opinions/131322 "2018-12-23T20:19:08Z")
How do you like this model, We are thinking of purchasing a Scion XB 2013 model --- ## [2008 Honda Accord EX 160K miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-accord-ex-160k-miles/131167)
**Author:** [@Jordan\_Richheimer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jordan_Richheimer)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2018, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-honda-accord-ex-160k-miles/131167 "2018-12-21T22:11:18Z")
Should I buy a used Honda Accord with really nice leather interior and sunroof and it has 160k supposedly mostly highway miles. Price is $4500. Appears to be well maintained. Clean title. --- ## [Is there a Camry model year I should avoid buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-camry-model-year-i-should-avoid-buying/131085)
**Author:** [@Julie02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julie02)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2018, 8:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-a-camry-model-year-i-should-avoid-buying/131085 "2018-12-19T20:24:34Z")
I have a used toy Camry 2005 automatic w/150,000 miles on it. I want to save $ for another one in the future. Is there 1 year better than another from 2011-18? I can’t afford a new one. --- ## [Any thoughts on Consumer Checkbook Carbargains service](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-thoughts-on-consumer-checkbook-carbargains-service/130510)
**Author:** [@PaulCh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PaulCh)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2018, 10:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-thoughts-on-consumer-checkbook-carbargains-service/130510 "2018-12-16T22:38:31Z")
I might be buying a new Subaru Impreza by the end of the year. I’ve looked at various makes and models, don test drives, research prices, etc. I should know by Dec 15 if I want a new car. I rarely buy cars (last time was… --- ## [ Older Toyota Tacoma VS Ford Ranger](https://community.cartalk.com/t/older-toyota-tacoma-vs-ford-ranger/130773)
**Author:** [@mountaineers123\_145766](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mountaineers123_145766)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 2:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/older-toyota-tacoma-vs-ford-ranger/130773 "2018-12-13T14:54:19Z")
Hey y’all I owned a 2003 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner for a number of years and loved the truck. I sold it last year before I moved to NYC. I’m moving back out to the west coast and have been looking to get another truck. I’… --- ## [Honda accord 1999 selling price](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-1999-selling-price/130687)
**Author:** [@Han11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Han11)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2018, 2:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-1999-selling-price/130687 "2018-12-13T14:18:55Z")
I don’t have a lot of car buying/selling experience and would like to look for second hand opinion from others on the price of my 1999 Honda Accord. It’s has about 85k miles clocked in and need a paint job as the paint h… --- ## [Good deal for a 1985 Isuzu Pickup?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-deal-for-a-1985-isuzu-pickup/130424)
**Author:** [@Mauro25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mauro25)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 11, 2018, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-deal-for-a-1985-isuzu-pickup/130424 "2018-12-11T19:42:59Z")
I’m looking into buying an 85 Isuzu Pup (https://miami.craigslist.org/mdc/ctd/d/1985-isuzu-pickup-diesel/6744608907.html). It’s got 160,000 miles, says it’s in excellent condition, and it’s listed for $4750. Does that so… --- ## [2013 Ford Ranger - any problems to expect?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-ranger-any-problems-to-expect/130311)
**Author:** [@Dawn28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dawn28)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 6, 2018, 2:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-ranger-any-problems-to-expect/130311 "2018-12-06T14:42:48Z")
Hi am looking at a 2013 automatic ford ranger which has 112,000km on the clock - Has been regularly serviced as belonged to a contractor - should I expect transmission OR other problems? --- ## [When tryng to get a rebuild title do I have to repair the SIDE airbags of the car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-tryng-to-get-a-rebuild-title-do-i-have-to-repair-the-side-airbags-of-the-car/130199)
**Author:** [@Mario\_Rivera](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mario_Rivera)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2018, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-tryng-to-get-a-rebuild-title-do-i-have-to-repair-the-side-airbags-of-the-car/130199 "2018-12-04T17:04:41Z")
I am planing to bid on a car that only have side damage (extensive), I know I can repair it but replacing the two left side airbags will be too exensive for me to do it rn. I hope someone can give an insight on this. Btw… --- ## [2007 Chevrolet Express 3500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-express-3500/130039)
**Author:** [@Don05](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Don05)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2018, 5:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-chevrolet-express-3500/130039 "2018-12-02T17:16:41Z")
Looking at this chev van that has wheelchair lift . Gonna use it for handicap man transport --- ## [2012 Honda Odyssey - Yes or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-yes-or-no/129699)
**Author:** [@Brian30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brian30)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2018, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-odyssey-yes-or-no/129699 "2018-11-28T02:35:22Z")
Should I buy an 2012 Honda Odyssey touring elite with 230,000 highway miles for $7600? --- ## [Buying a 2003 Honda Civic GX (Natural-Gas Model)?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2003-honda-civic-gx-natural-gas-model/129540)
**Author:** [@sample0164\_145007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sample0164_145007)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2003-honda-civic-gx-natural-gas-model/129540 "2018-11-26T16:33:10Z")
I’m eyeing a 2003 Honda Civic GX. I want a fuel-efficient car that will last for me 2-4 years. It runs on compressed natural gas, or “CNG”. It’s selling for 4 grand, and has 118,000 miles on it. I live in an area with a … --- ## [Looking to buy a used Audi](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-buy-a-used-audi/129613)
**Author:** [@TomKorp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TomKorp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2018, 2:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-buy-a-used-audi/129613 "2018-11-26T14:49:44Z")
I’m looking to buy a used audi is there one year better than the other in the 2009 body style and how worried should I be about the expensive problems some of them have? --- ## [Buy a Used 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-used-2007-honda-civic-hybrid/129501)
**Author:** [@sample0164\_145007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sample0164_145007)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2018, 8:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-used-2007-honda-civic-hybrid/129501 "2018-11-25T20:34:50Z")
I’m considering buying a used 2007 Honda Civic Hybrid for $5000. I’m looking for a gas-friendly car to drive for about 2-4 years before I move on. However, I have heard they have battery issues, and I want to know if buy… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=17) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=19)