# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=20 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 21 --- ## [Do car dealerships replace front tires before selling car they bought from you](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-car-dealerships-replace-front-tires-before-selling-car-they-bought-from-you/122991)
**Author:** [@GottaQuestion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GottaQuestion)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [August 20, 2018, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-car-dealerships-replace-front-tires-before-selling-car-they-bought-from-you/122991 "2018-08-20T17:09:14Z")
Yesterday I sold my car to a used car dealership. It was a 2014 Ford Fiesta hatchback with 70,500 miles on it. Just last week I had my auto shop do a ton of mechanical repairs on it. They had to replace some mechanical b… --- ## [Question on pricing Ford e250 quiqley conversion vans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-on-pricing-ford-e250-quiqley-conversion-vans/123201)
**Author:** [@Ken\_drives\_a\_lot](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ken_drives_a_lot)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 19, 2018, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-on-pricing-ford-e250-quiqley-conversion-vans/123201 "2018-08-19T01:17:37Z")
Hi, I’m new here and don’t know all of the rules so I’ll proceed hoping I don’t break any of them. I am looking at a one-owner 2001 FE250 Quigley 4x4 conversion van with 75K miles and slight rust issues on the undercarr… --- ## [Single with a used car: keep, lease, or buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/single-with-a-used-car-keep-lease-or-buy/123097)
**Author:** [@MaryGeorge](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaryGeorge)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [August 18, 2018, 4:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/single-with-a-used-car-keep-lease-or-buy/123097 "2018-08-18T16:55:40Z")
I have a 2008 Prius with 75,000 miles. It needs new tires and a tune-up. Being single, I have to try to find someone to drive me to a mechanic, which is a hassle! Plus any mechanic I go to seems to find a lot wrong with… --- ## [Will rebate really expire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-rebate-really-expire/123105)
**Author:** [@SilverRocket](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SilverRocket)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 17, 2018, 11:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-rebate-really-expire/123105 "2018-08-17T23:51:19Z")
Looking at rav4, currently has $3k rebate from Toyota, ending sept 4. Will price really go up $3k next month? Any thoughts? Thanks --- ## [Might buy a 1999 Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-buy-a-1999-honda-cr-v/122952)
**Author:** [@Jon10](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jon10)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2018, 11:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/might-buy-a-1999-honda-cr-v/122952 "2018-08-15T11:57:47Z")
I’m looking at a 1999 Honda CRV on a nearby lot. It has 152K miles on it. Haven’t driven it yet. Anyone out there have thoughts about this car? Things to look out for? --- ## [Is it worth buying a 20 year old car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-buying-a-20-year-old-car/9514)
**Author:** [@DeltaP](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DeltaP)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2018, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-buying-a-20-year-old-car/9514 "2018-08-14T21:11:19Z")
I have to admit I am a fan of the Toyota Supra. I also plan on buying a car this summer on a sub 8000 budget. I have seen many listings of Toyota Supras' of the 1988-1992 vintage in my price range, some of them even lo… --- ## [What's your definition of depreciation?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-your-definition-of-depreciation/122691)
**Author:** [@boilerengtn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/boilerengtn)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2018, 2:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-your-definition-of-depreciation/122691 "2018-08-13T02:43:11Z")
On threads related to buying or selling, some posters use “depreciation” as a factor in the evaluation. What is your definition of depreciation? I think the definition as far as these discussions go is how much the anti… --- ## [Looking to buy a 2005 Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-buy-a-2005-honda-cr-v/122717)
**Author:** [@BrendanMurray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrendanMurray)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2018, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-to-buy-a-2005-honda-cr-v/122717 "2018-08-11T18:09:58Z")
looking into buying a used 2005 or newer Honda CRV, anything I should look for or be aware of? --- ## [2005 Volkswagen Golf - Yes or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-volkswagen-golf-yes-or-no/122618)
**Author:** [@ibrahim45](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibrahim45)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2018, 1:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-volkswagen-golf-yes-or-no/122618 "2018-08-10T13:53:01Z")
I am planning to buy a vw golf. should I buy it? what common problems does it have? will it last 3-4 years? --- ## [Lease buy-out after major accident](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-buy-out-after-major-accident/122434)
**Author:** [@BC22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BC22)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2018, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-buy-out-after-major-accident/122434 "2018-08-08T16:44:01Z")
2016 Scion iM (rebranded as Toyota Corolla iM since start of lease) Lease end in June 2019 Car will have 36,000 miles In June 2016, four days after driving the leased car off the lot, I was in a major accident. Luckil… --- ## [Moving on from beloved 1993 Mercury Capri](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-on-from-beloved-1993-mercury-capri/122366)
**Author:** [@CaroleParker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CaroleParker)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [August 7, 2018, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/moving-on-from-beloved-1993-mercury-capri/122366 "2018-08-07T00:35:43Z")
My beloved 1993 Mercury Capri, which I bought in 1998, has now failed two smog tests. I really love this obsolete car. Comfortable for me, manual clutch responds well, everything but the smog and power windows works well… --- ## [2014 BMW X1 with 2490 miles only for sale](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-bmw-x1-with-2490-miles-only-for-sale/122193)
**Author:** [@mallaf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mallaf)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2018, 5:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-bmw-x1-with-2490-miles-only-for-sale/122193 "2018-08-03T17:11:21Z")
Hello, I am looking to buy an X1 BMW, found a 2014 listed for sale with only 2,490 miles and it comes with an original manufacturers’ warranty for six years or 50,000 miles whichever occurs first. Should I be concerned … --- ## [What do you think about the Saturn S-Series or older gen American vehicles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-the-saturn-s-series-or-older-gen-american-vehicles/122081)
**Author:** [@Triathlor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triathlor)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 2, 2018, 7:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-you-think-about-the-saturn-s-series-or-older-gen-american-vehicles/122081 "2018-08-02T19:09:50Z")
Hi there, When I came to the US, I fell in love with Saturns, Pontiacs and several makes that people don’t care about anymore. Pretty sure people will be reading this and go like what? But yeah, I have never seen one be… --- ## [SUV for a senior concerned about stop-start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-for-a-senior-concerned-about-stop-start/121989)
**Author:** [@ThoraResinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ThoraResinger)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2018, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suv-for-a-senior-concerned-about-stop-start/121989 "2018-07-31T00:40:48Z")
Hi , I have been reading your articles for a long time. I am a senior lady looking to buy a new SUV. Some have this new thing that the engine stops whenever the car stops. Then starts when you step on the gas. I am afrai… --- ## [Keep Or Sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-sell/121871)
**Author:** [@JonathanMartin1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JonathanMartin1)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2018, 8:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-sell/121871 "2018-07-29T20:25:09Z")
Should I keep or sell my 2012 Buick Regal hybrid. It has 99,000 miles on it and I owe a little over 10,000 in payments left. Currently paying 325 a month. Should I keep it or sell it. I like it but is it worth it --- ## [2018 Honda Accord: is the turbo touring model worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-is-the-turbo-touring-model-worth-it/121725)
**Author:** [@Hank25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hank25)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2018, 7:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-honda-accord-is-the-turbo-touring-model-worth-it/121725 "2018-07-26T19:00:02Z")
Is the 2L turbo touring a good deal or is it overpriced --- ## [Honda HRV vs Nissan Rogue vs Toyota Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-hrv-vs-nissan-rogue-vs-toyota-prius/121059)
**Author:** [@Laurie03](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Laurie03)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2018, 1:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-hrv-vs-nissan-rogue-vs-toyota-prius/121059 "2018-07-17T01:08:56Z")
Hello! I love Car Talk! I am a loyal listener to your podcasts and reader of the column. Never thought I would have a question for you, but here it is. I currently drive a 2012 Fiat 500 (70,000 carefree miles). It is ha… --- ## [2016 Chevrolet Equinox concerns?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-equinox-concerns/121001)
**Author:** [@JosephPerkowski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JosephPerkowski)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 17, 2018, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-chevrolet-equinox-concerns/121001 "2018-07-17T00:10:21Z")
We like the Equinox even though our 2012 model (at 130,000 miles) had to have new oil rings recently. Any concerns if we buy a low-mileage 2016 Equinox? --- ## [What to expect from a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-expect-from-a-2008-toyota-fj-cruiser/121083)
**Author:** [@SteveLevy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SteveLevy)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 16, 2018, 7:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-expect-from-a-2008-toyota-fj-cruiser/121083 "2018-07-16T19:57:26Z")
should I buy a FJ Cruiser 2008? It has 150,000 miles. What problems can I expect? --- ## [Tire Pressure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure/60980)
**Author:** [@rmariew](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rmariew)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 26, 2018, 8:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure/60980 "2018-06-26T20:39:50Z")
Have you heard of issues with the car alert messages regarding tire air pressure? I put air in the LF indicated low, the LR indicator increased and LF stayed the same?? --- ## [2018 vehicles with standard transmissions?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-vehicles-with-standard-transmissions/120740)
**Author:** [@cindyDennison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cindyDennison)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2018, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-vehicles-with-standard-transmissions/120740 "2018-07-10T16:15:16Z")
would like info on some 2018 vehicles with standard tranmissions --- ## [Buying a 2014 BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2014-bmw/120679)
**Author:** [@MikeBrown](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeBrown)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2018, 9:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2014-bmw/120679 "2018-07-09T21:00:58Z")
Anyone with any thoughts on purchasing a 2014 BMW X1 with Ultimate and M packages; what issues should I be concerned about; never had a BMW always had Asian cars with no problems. New to German cars. Thanks. --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Equinox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-equinox/120713)
**Author:** [@Sean27](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sean27)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2018, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-equinox/120713 "2018-07-09T17:44:40Z")
We are thinking of purchasing a 2018 Chevy Equinox Basic…Anybody have issues with this model? --- ## [2004 Lexus GS 430 worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-gs-430-worth-buying/120682)
**Author:** [@steve28](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steve28)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2018, 2:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-gs-430-worth-buying/120682 "2018-07-09T02:55:02Z")
is this a good choice for a used car --- ## [Want cheap reliable used car \< $10K \<3000 Miles per year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-cheap-reliable-used-car-10k-3000-miles-per-year/120658)
**Author:** [@williamquay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/williamquay)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2018, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-cheap-reliable-used-car-10k-3000-miles-per-year/120658 "2018-07-08T23:54:10Z")
I have not bought a used car in a while. I am retired and find I need a “get around town and to the doctor” car. So MPG not important. Reliability and comfortable driving matter, would greatly prefe auto transmission as … --- ## [Dodge Challenger performance options](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-challenger-performance-options/120508)
**Author:** [@Kaley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaley)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 8, 2018, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-challenger-performance-options/120508 "2018-07-08T22:06:04Z")
Mine and my boyfriend’s anniversary is coming up and he’s a total car junkie. He loves racing and is working on his car all the time, he’s constantly doing stuff to “improve it.” Anyway, he wants a 2016 Dodge Challenger … --- ## [2017 Mazda MazdaSpeed Miata MX-5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-mazdaspeed-miata-mx-5/120534)
**Author:** [@RobertCoffey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertCoffey)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 7, 2018, 1:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2017-mazda-mazdaspeed-miata-mx-5/120534 "2018-07-07T13:59:23Z")
I can’t find any faults with this vehicle. Am I OK? --- ## [Minivan vs. SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minivan-vs-suv/120392)
**Author:** [@Becs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Becs)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2018, 8:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minivan-vs-suv/120392 "2018-07-05T20:02:09Z")
My husband & I need to purchase a new to us vehicle. We will be replacing my 94 Ford Explorer with 82 cu.ft. (including seat space) of storage space behind the drivers seats. Currently we have 3 dogs that are 50lbs each… --- ## [Considering future car purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-future-car-purchase/120380)
**Author:** [@Joseph38](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph38)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2018, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-future-car-purchase/120380 "2018-07-04T19:26:14Z")
First I would like to say, I heard the show some 20 years ago I think. Didn’t remember what radio station it was on and what times. But enjoyed whenever I happened to catch it. I have Aspergers and I have been driving si… --- ## [Buying or Lasing a New Car. Advice Wanted!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-or-lasing-a-new-car-advice-wanted/111464)
**Author:** [@Sammmie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sammmie)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2018, 7:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-or-lasing-a-new-car-advice-wanted/111464 "2018-07-01T19:16:55Z")
I have a 2000 BMW 328ci that I love, but is falling apart. It has a lot of work to be done and the clear coat is coming off. I went to get an estimate to have it painted and the estimator told me it wasn’t worth the mone… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=19) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=21)