# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=27 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 28 --- ## [Need recommendations for a 7 seater vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-recommendations-for-a-7-seater-vehicle/97845)
**Author:** [@lshamirzaian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lshamirzaian)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2017, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/need-recommendations-for-a-7-seater-vehicle/97845 "2017-02-14T02:14:58Z")
Hi guys we are expecting child number 2 and my parents are moving in with us so our family is going from 3 to 6... I'm looking to buy a 1 to 2 year old car I'm a bit biased against minivans but am open to testing them I'… --- ## [Transmission acting up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-acting-up/99711)
**Author:** [@steveng](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steveng)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2017, 11:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-acting-up/99711 "2017-02-12T23:17:33Z")
I have a 2015 Pilot and it's giving me trouble. It's a certified preowned it had 29k on it. Thought I'd save some money and get used. This thing vibrated like crazy after I had it a few weeks. It needed a new driveshaft… --- ## [Buying advice for a used hatchback?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-advice-for-a-used-hatchback/99578)
**Author:** [@inqahoots](https://community.cartalk.com/u/inqahoots)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2017, 6:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-advice-for-a-used-hatchback/99578 "2017-02-10T18:13:16Z")
Hi folks, I'm reaching out for a little advice: I'm in the market for a used hatchback with somewhere in the neighborhood of 45 to 60,000 miles and, ideally, made in the past five years or so. I've been contemplating … --- ## [105,000 miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/105-000-miles/99616)
**Author:** [@joshterpfan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joshterpfan)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 10, 2017, 12:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/105-000-miles/99616 "2017-02-10T00:00:09Z")
What are some issues that I might run into with a 100,000 mile plus Outback. I found one in great condition 2010. It was a former fleet vehicle with regular maintenance. I average about 22,000 miles/year. What type of is… --- ## [Suggestions for used 4WD SUV to haul tie-dye and drive on beach](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-used-4wd-suv-to-haul-tie-dye-and-drive-on-beach/99622)
**Author:** [@smstedjunk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/smstedjunk)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2017, 9:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-used-4wd-suv-to-haul-tie-dye-and-drive-on-beach/99622 "2017-02-08T21:45:17Z")
My '07 Subaru Outback just died from a thrown rod and I need to replace it. :cry: It was perfect for lugging around my clothes racks, canopy, and tie-dye during craft fair season, but I couldn't take it on the beach duri… --- ## [Santa Fe (2014/15) will be my 1st pre owned-Hertz or Dealer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/santa-fe-2014-15-will-be-my-1st-pre-owned-hertz-or-dealer/98896)
**Author:** [@faxit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/faxit)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 7, 2017, 1:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/santa-fe-2014-15-will-be-my-1st-pre-owned-hertz-or-dealer/98896 "2017-02-07T13:51:25Z")
I'm at a crossroads. Need a vehicle, mine is 18yrs & has started with repairs more than worth keeping. Budget for vehicle cost is low 16/17k (pretax). Looking for my 1st pre owned & decided on a Santa Fe. Found several a… --- ## [Let's vote, 2017 Acura MDX or 2017 Lexus RX 350](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-vote-2017-acura-mdx-or-2017-lexus-rx-350/99045)
**Author:** [@Ben-C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-C)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2017, 2:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lets-vote-2017-acura-mdx-or-2017-lexus-rx-350/99045 "2017-01-27T14:51:46Z")
I am thinking of getting a new car and i have those 2 in minds. But it's hard to decide. Their price are close, about $45K. I'd like to see what people would choose. :grimacing: --- ## [2004 New Beetle shuts off while driving!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-new-beetle-shuts-off-while-driving/32742)
**Author:** [@sedonasam](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sedonasam)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2017, 12:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-new-beetle-shuts-off-while-driving/32742 "2017-01-21T00:45:47Z")
My 2004 2.0L beetle has started shutting off when I drive it down to Phoenix. By way of detailed information, I live at 4500 ft and it's often 10-15 degrees cooler up here than in Phoenix. It takes me approx 2 hours to… --- ## [New or demonstrator?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-demonstrator/98200)
**Author:** [@tiffany000007](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tiffany000007)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2017, 11:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-demonstrator/98200 "2017-01-13T23:00:22Z")
Purchased a 2016 Accord from my local Honda dealer. Car was new, except for 200 miles or so driven after car was in dealer’s possession. The title mailed by DMV weeks later lists car as “new” and having 8 miles. I a… --- ## [WHAT SHOULD I BUY? Alaska Truck Connundrum](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-should-i-buy-alaska-truck-connundrum/98423)
**Author:** [@april\_lynn\_monroe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/april_lynn_monroe)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2017, 8:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-should-i-buy-alaska-truck-connundrum/98423 "2017-01-12T20:40:13Z")
I am going round and round with myself, and frankly have for years, about what exactly would be the idea truck for my situation. I have four kids. A few are old enough to drive themselves but ideally I would like to be… --- ## [Buying a 2011 Subaru outback fully loaded 139,000 miles or Honda crv 2010 56,000 miles - Help Choosing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2011-subaru-outback-fully-loaded-139-000-miles-or-honda-crv-2010-56-000-miles-help-choosing/97977)
**Author:** [@Michelle-Denise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Michelle-Denise)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2017, 4:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-2011-subaru-outback-fully-loaded-139-000-miles-or-honda-crv-2010-56-000-miles-help-choosing/97977 "2017-01-06T04:14:48Z")
Hello! I have been listening to you guys for a long time. I need some car buying advice please! Help! I found a Subaru outback, fully loaded and fairly priced according to kelly's blue book but it has almost 140,000… --- ## [Family Car Debate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-car-debate/97411)
**Author:** [@orrchrisr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/orrchrisr)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-car-debate/97411 "2016-12-26T04:34:42Z")
Hi Car Talk Friends, My Wife and I have a two month old baby boy and our family car, a 1995 Subaru Outback is on its last leg. We are trying to find a new car that will be safe and reliable to drive our new family aro… --- ## [Options for Getting Out of a Used Car Purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/options-for-getting-out-of-a-used-car-purchase/97601)
**Author:** [@zeldasmom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zeldasmom)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/options-for-getting-out-of-a-used-car-purchase/97601 "2016-12-26T02:29:33Z")
Hello everyone! I have a dilemma I hope you can help me with. About three months ago, I co-signed for a 2013 Toyota Camry with my son to help him build his credit. (I know, I know... I should have known better.) He was s… --- ## [Think I'm getting jerked around by a dealer, NY state](https://community.cartalk.com/t/think-im-getting-jerked-around-by-a-dealer-ny-state/97476)
**Author:** [@BeckyNissan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BeckyNissan)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 3:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/think-im-getting-jerked-around-by-a-dealer-ny-state/97476 "2016-12-23T03:46:05Z")
Hey folks, I'm looking for anyone who might have knowledge of my rights as a buyer in NY state. Here's the story: I am buying a new Subaru Outback. I called a dealer who we had bought from previously, was told a model … --- ## [To Trade or Not to Trade?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-trade-or-not-to-trade/97044)
**Author:** [@snow-bear3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snow-bear3)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 1:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-trade-or-not-to-trade/97044 "2016-12-19T01:17:56Z")
I recently purchased a used 07 toyota Rav4 and love the car but it's under-powered for my needs, i would love to trade it for a similar year SUV with a 6 or 8 cyl. I've only ever owned Toyota's and am a little leery of E… --- ## [Suggestions for affordable/ dependable off-road capable vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-affordable-dependable-off-road-capable-vehicle/95615)
**Author:** [@clintboaz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clintboaz)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2016, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-affordable-dependable-off-road-capable-vehicle/95615 "2016-12-12T02:58:02Z")
I recently posted a question asking about Jeep wranglers, but it seems the consensus is that an affordable wrangler will not be a dependable one. I want to spend around $5000, definitely less than $10000. I was hoping … --- ## [Pre-Purchase Inspections - New Strategy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-purchase-inspections-new-strategy/96537)
**Author:** [@Frank\_Kosarek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frank_Kosarek)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2016, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pre-purchase-inspections-new-strategy/96537 "2016-11-20T03:01:12Z")
Hi all! I'm a college student and a lifelong auto enthusiast. Because I had a difficult experience scheduling a PPI, I'm starting a network of specialized inspection technicians. All of our technicians work full-tim… --- ## [What is this Toyota?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-toyota/96419)
**Author:** [@dnldlackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dnldlackey)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [November 18, 2016, 5:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-this-toyota/96419 "2016-11-18T05:25:03Z")
Sep 2016 - My wife keeps telling me about seeing these small SUV's around town that look like "Tonka Cars." I have shown her photos of those I have found but none have been the ones that she has seen. Can anyone tell me … --- ## [Which car to trade?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-to-trade/96522)
**Author:** [@jvivian](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jvivian)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2016, 9:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-to-trade/96522 "2016-11-17T21:48:34Z")
Dear Car Talk, We are a retired couple that in the past has put many mikes on our cars in a short time. Now that we're retired not quite so much, but will be traveling taking a road trip around the US a couple of times a… --- ## [New truck, please with these options?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-truck-please-with-these-options/96422)
**Author:** [@tgiv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tgiv)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 14, 2016, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-truck-please-with-these-options/96422 "2016-11-14T22:42:49Z")
I'm exhausted from shopping on line = better than on foot in this one horse town, limited selections .... for a new truck that has everything, otherwise I'll keep the money for repairs to my old one. ANYONE buy a new t… --- ## [Buying Cherokee, hesitant because of rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-cherokee-hesitant-because-of-rust/96374)
**Author:** [@Pearljogo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Pearljogo)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2016, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-cherokee-hesitant-because-of-rust/96374 "2016-11-06T20:17:17Z")
I found an awesome 01 Cherokee with only 100k miles. It’s basically on consignment at a lot, and the owner of the jeep bought it in Connecticut and brought it here to NW Arkansas to sell it. The underside is pretty rusty… --- ## [Looking at a "salt belt" car (I'm in GA). Thoughts?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-salt-belt-car-im-in-ga-thoughts/96314)
**Author:** [@thisisnottravis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/thisisnottravis)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2016, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-at-a-salt-belt-car-im-in-ga-thoughts/96314 "2016-11-01T23:33:38Z")
Looking at a 2013 Highlander (base plus). Have been looking a lot, and found a car that's a pretty good price, at least for my area ($22k, base plus with 46k miles). Outside the topic, it's an I4 - the general consensus … --- ## [Used Vehicle Purchasing Issues: Horror Story!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-vehicle-purchasing-issues-horror-story/96224)
**Author:** [@JOKOSO](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOKOSO)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2016, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-vehicle-purchasing-issues-horror-story/96224 "2016-10-29T02:33:03Z")
So we were in the market for a used vehicle. We looked pretty extensively online and finally found an '05 Forester and for a fair price. We test drove the vehicle and even took it to the local Subaru dealership to get… --- ## [Should I Buy This Car With This Many Miles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-this-car-with-this-many-miles/95930)
**Author:** [@RolandoB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RolandoB)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2016, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-this-car-with-this-many-miles/95930 "2016-10-27T20:33:59Z")
I'm a big fan of your show. Please reply when you have time. I found a 2012 Toyota Highlander 2 wheel drive V6 with 92000 miles. For $12900. I'm worried about the high milage and the ratings for this Toyota Highlander. C… --- ## [94 toyota pick up 22re](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-toyota-pick-up-22re/96249)
**Author:** [@eliyellow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eliyellow)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2016, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/94-toyota-pick-up-22re/96249 "2016-10-27T20:29:28Z")
talked to the guy. it's a dealer. he says there is no rust and no issues which always gives me pause... seems like a nice truck - the price is a little high. anyone have any thoughts? red flags? worth going to see? --- ## [Best cheap car where replacement are available cheap](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-cheap-car-where-replacement-are-available-cheap/96178)
**Author:** [@dman2005](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dman2005)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2016, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-cheap-car-where-replacement-are-available-cheap/96178 "2016-10-24T02:46:57Z")
Long story short, a friend in poverty needs a vehicle that she can buy as cheaply as possible (think hundreds of dollars). She lives with people that can do mechanical work on cars so as long the car is running when she… --- ## [NJ Lease: cancel dealer GAP and use insurer's GAP insurance?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nj-lease-cancel-dealer-gap-and-use-insurers-gap-insurance/95969)
**Author:** [@jerzeejim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jerzeejim)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 16, 2016, 12:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nj-lease-cancel-dealer-gap-and-use-insurers-gap-insurance/95969 "2016-10-16T00:21:05Z")
I negotiated a lease Friday night on a 2016 Toyota RAV4 LE, initial agreed lease price was $267 on the T&R paperwork I signed that night. Returned Saturday to turn in old car and finish. By the time I left 4 hours late… --- ## [Golf clubs fit in new convertible trunk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/golf-clubs-fit-in-new-convertible-trunk/92904)
**Author:** [@tgiv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tgiv)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [October 4, 2016, 3:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/golf-clubs-fit-in-new-convertible-trunk/92904 "2016-10-04T15:30:21Z")
NEW CAR OWNERS that GOLF - no guessing please, got enough of that from actual salesmen and even manufacturers too lazy to get off duff to find out Looking for a NEW CONVERTIBLE (not used) starting today, perhaps can wa… --- ## [Advice on buying a 1999 Ford Expedition with 30k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-a-1999-ford-expedition-with-30k-miles/94405)
**Author:** [@OSR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OSR)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2016, 4:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-a-1999-ford-expedition-with-30k-miles/94405 "2016-09-20T04:46:11Z")
I am looking at a 1999 Ford Expedition with 30k miles, but I've never purchased a car this old before and I wanted some advice on whether it's worth it. I want something that can haul people around, drive well in the sno… --- ## [What small SUV looks like a "Tonka Car?"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-small-suv-looks-like-a-tonka-car/95624)
**Author:** [@dnldlackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dnldlackey)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2016, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-small-suv-looks-like-a-tonka-car/95624 "2016-09-18T21:20:32Z")
My wife keeps telling me about seeing these small SUV's around town that look like "Tonka Cars." I have shown her photos of those I have found but none have been the ones that she has seen. Can anyone tell me what these … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=26) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=28)