# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=29 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 30 --- ## [Subaru Forester or Outback, or Honda CRV? Buying used](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-or-outback-or-honda-crv-buying-used/69202)
**Author:** [@megnh1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/megnh1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 11, 2011, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-or-outback-or-honda-crv-buying-used/69202 "2011-11-11T14:31:04Z")
I'm looking for a used car, and considering a 2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited manual with 80k, a 2006 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited automatic with about 57k, a 2006 Subaru Forester Premium manual with 42k, and a 2005 Hond… --- ## [Buying Used with 100,000+ miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-used-with-100-000-miles/68883)
**Author:** [@NewbieCarBuyer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NewbieCarBuyer)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2011, 4:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-used-with-100-000-miles/68883 "2011-10-25T04:25:24Z")
Anyone have any informed advice regarding buying a use car in the $4,000 range (near San Francisco, CA) that has 100,000 + miles? Considering VWs ie. nice used cars. Don't want to invest in something that will cost a fo… --- ## [Less than useless gauges](https://community.cartalk.com/t/less-than-useless-gauges/47169)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [October 9, 2011, 9:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/less-than-useless-gauges/47169 "2011-10-09T21:25:42Z")
Leaving for work I encountered one of my neighbors with the hood of his wife's car up. I went over and he's pondering whether to add oil even though the dipstick is at the top of the range. Turns out his wife is convin… --- ## [2004 Subaru Impreza Outback with blown motor - sell or junk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-impreza-outback-with-blown-motor-sell-or-junk/68439)
**Author:** [@cujo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cujo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 6, 2011, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-subaru-impreza-outback-with-blown-motor-sell-or-junk/68439 "2011-10-06T18:57:01Z")
The water pump idler pulley froze on my 04 Suby Impreza, damaging the timing belt and destroying the motor. The estimate I received to replace the motor with a factory new was $6500 or $5500 for rebuilt. The car has less… --- ## [Trading in cars and buying either new or used](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trading-in-cars-and-buying-either-new-or-used/68032)
**Author:** [@englishyarn123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/englishyarn123)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [September 20, 2011, 11:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trading-in-cars-and-buying-either-new-or-used/68032 "2011-09-20T23:30:16Z")
I currently have 2 cars( since my husband passed away recently). They are both 2007. One is a 2007 Dodge Caliber and the other is a 2007 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 1. Should I trade in both for an newer used car or new car? Pr… --- ## [VW Beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-beetle/59781)
**Author:** [@katie.cattanach](https://community.cartalk.com/u/katie.cattanach)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2011, 10:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-beetle/59781 "2011-09-11T10:47:11Z")
I thinking about buying a VW Beetle, and am wondering about their safety record, and about how well they do in winter weather. We live in Colorado. Thanks! --- ## [Suggestions for new CHEAP car purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-new-cheap-car-purchase/49114)
**Author:** [@NancyRhodes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NancyRhodes)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2011, 4:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-new-cheap-car-purchase/49114 "2011-09-08T16:51:14Z")
Thinking of Civic, Yaris, Scion, Altima something like that. Any suggestions. Comfort is important. I'm not that young any more. --- ## [How to Price a 1998 2.3CL Acura](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-price-a-1998-2-3cl-acura/67088)
**Author:** [@SunnyAl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SunnyAl)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2011, 12:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-to-price-a-1998-2-3cl-acura/67088 "2011-08-14T00:43:41Z")
Dear Readers, How would you price an Acura 2.3CL with 235K miles. I am the original owner, and replaced parts as needed, and have been diligent with maintaining fluids. The interior and exterior are excellent. The c… --- ## [Best 4x4 pickup for me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-4x4-pickup-for-me/66702)
**Author:** [@jadam984](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jadam984)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2011, 10:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-4x4-pickup-for-me/66702 "2011-07-29T22:29:01Z")
I'm looking to upgrade my 1991 Chevy 1500 4x4 and I'm looking for advice on what to buy. I've only got, at maximum, $13,000 to spend and I live in Montana. I'm looking for pickup primarily for hunting and occasionally… --- ## [Buying Advice: 2001 Toyota Tundra SR5](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-advice-2001-toyota-tundra-sr5/66634)
**Author:** [@jadam984](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jadam984)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 29, 2011, 9:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-advice-2001-toyota-tundra-sr5/66634 "2011-07-29T21:50:05Z")
Hi friends, I'm looking to buy a used truck to replace my 1991 Chevy 1500. I want a nicer truck with more power, more cab room, and reliability. I'm all but settled on a 2001 Toyota Tundra 4.7L V8 with 88,000 miles. I… --- ## [Best time to buy a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-time-to-buy-a-car/66424)
**Author:** [@Keith-Al](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith-Al)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 21, 2011, 11:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-time-to-buy-a-car/66424 "2011-07-21T23:29:20Z")
I heard a snippet on NPR the other day that auto prices will be coming down...but I didn't catch the all-important when. Anyone know? I'm thinking about a used car but might consider a new if the price-is-right. Thanks. K… --- ## [Buy now or in a year?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-now-or-in-a-year/66172)
**Author:** [@Ryan\_B](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ryan_B)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2011, 3:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-now-or-in-a-year/66172 "2011-07-15T03:41:49Z")
My wife got in a car accident last week and we just found out our 2010 Prius (\< 10K miles) has been declared totaled. It's insured so we shouldn't lose much. We are going to buy a new replacement vehicle. Now the questio… --- ## [Purchase my Subaru at end of lease?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchase-my-subaru-at-end-of-lease/65992)
**Author:** [@modig37](https://community.cartalk.com/u/modig37)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2011, 4:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchase-my-subaru-at-end-of-lease/65992 "2011-07-06T16:24:17Z")
Hey guys, The lease is up on my 2008 Subaru Impreza Wagon (manual trans) in November, and I was simply just going to hand in the car and walk away. But today I carefully read my lease contract, and it says the purchase… --- ## [New Car or Maintain 2001 Accord V6: Complex of Considerations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-or-maintain-2001-accord-v6-complex-of-considerations/65975)
**Author:** [@Hal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hal)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2011, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-or-maintain-2001-accord-v6-complex-of-considerations/65975 "2011-07-06T14:15:00Z")
I am 65, retired, fixed income. My 2001 Accord V6 has been terrific to date; 31 mpg on the road, but 16 in town; no major repairs; 91,000 miles with 10K annually; excellent condition. Do I maintain this car for 10 years … --- ## [Opinions on next used car welcome!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-next-used-car-welcome/65541)
**Author:** [@Meg\_Duggan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Meg_Duggan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2011, 1:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-on-next-used-car-welcome/65541 "2011-06-21T13:39:25Z")
So I have a 1999 ford escort zx2 2.0 engine dohc and it's time to part ways. I have a baby coming. Boyfriend says minivan I say station wagon or sedan. What's a decent easy reliable car to fix? I would prefer mostly Ame… --- ## [Buying advice: '89 Camry with 131K for $1600. Is it a good deal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-advice-89-camry-with-131k-for-1600-is-it-a-good-deal/65470)
**Author:** [@mgrharry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mgrharry)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2011, 12:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-advice-89-camry-with-131k-for-1600-is-it-a-good-deal/65470 "2011-06-18T12:57:23Z")
Just moved down to Los Angeles from SF and I've been scouring Craigslist for a cheap car. Ideally I'd like a hatchback (Civic would be nice) but given my max budget of $2500 there doesn't seem to be many options. Peopl… --- ## [Help with buying a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-buying-a-used-car/65401)
**Author:** [@alisonmickey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alisonmickey)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2011, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-with-buying-a-used-car/65401 "2011-06-12T23:11:42Z")
I am thinking about buying a 1997 Jetta GLS. Clean Carfax (for what it's worth) except for 1 rear right impact in 2009. I didn't see evidence of that still on the car when I went to test drive it. It's a manual and has a… --- ## [99 Toyota Camry with 225000miles should i buy it!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-toyota-camry-with-225000miles-should-i-buy-it/18472)
**Author:** [@mattoe07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mattoe07)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2011, 10:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-toyota-camry-with-225000miles-should-i-buy-it/18472 "2011-06-09T22:37:00Z")
I'm already through the process but haven't actually signed the paper work, i want to get a 99 camry for $3300 including tax title license... is this smart?! my brother whose great with cars checked it out and said it lo… --- ## [Question about sales tax on used vs. new car transaction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-sales-tax-on-used-vs-new-car-transaction/65043)
**Author:** [@ryanjg11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ryanjg11)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [May 29, 2011, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-sales-tax-on-used-vs-new-car-transaction/65043 "2011-05-29T15:15:44Z")
I understand that if I trade a used car into a dealer and buy a new car, I only have to pay sales tax on the DIFFERENCE. But can I do this on a private party transaction as well? For example, what if I sold a used ca… --- ## [Subaru Forester or Hyundai Elanta Touring](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-or-hyundai-elanta-touring/63112)
**Author:** [@WaltBurns](https://community.cartalk.com/u/WaltBurns)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [May 14, 2011, 8:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-or-hyundai-elanta-touring/63112 "2011-05-14T08:33:56Z")
I'm looking for a new car. Had a Subaru Impreza and loved everything about it except it didn't have a lot of cargo space and it got ok gas mileage, but these days that's becoming more and more important. So I'm look… --- ## [International Road Trip San Francisco, California to Patagonia, Argentina. What car should I buy?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/international-road-trip-san-francisco-california-to-patagonia-argentina-what-car-should-i-buy/64062)
**Author:** [@csmoore235](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csmoore235)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [May 3, 2011, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/international-road-trip-san-francisco-california-to-patagonia-argentina-what-car-should-i-buy/64062 "2011-05-03T17:42:55Z")
Hello Cartalkers! I desperately need your advice. I'm taking a roadtrip with my girlfriend in the spring of 2012 that will start in San Francisco California, go down the western coast of the Americas, all the way down… --- ## [International Road Trip San Francisco, California to Patagonia, Argentina. What car should I buy?!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/international-road-trip-san-francisco-california-to-patagonia-argentina-what-car-should-i-buy/64061)
**Author:** [@csmoore235](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csmoore235)\ **Replies:** 60\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2011, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/international-road-trip-san-francisco-california-to-patagonia-argentina-what-car-should-i-buy/64061 "2011-05-02T12:25:05Z")
Hello Cartalkers! I desperately need your advice. I'm taking a roadtrip with my girlfriend in the spring of 2012 that will start in San Francisco California, go down the western coast of the Americas, all the way down… --- ## [Extending Clutch Life](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extending-clutch-life/64190)
**Author:** [@bugnagn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bugnagn)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2011, 8:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/extending-clutch-life/64190 "2011-05-01T20:38:33Z")
Is it better to let the clutch out slowly or to "drop" the clutch on a manual transmission car? I like to let the clutch out slowly to avoid jerking. I have a 2000 VW Beetle with 140k miles that I bought new. All my f… --- ## [Low Fuel warning light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-fuel-warning-light/63953)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_E\_Meehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_E_Meehan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 23, 2011, 6:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-fuel-warning-light/63953 "2011-04-23T18:11:28Z")
I think I will ask this one again. I have a 2002.5 ( they made a mid year change) VW TDI (diesel) with over 100,000 miles. A few years ago the low fuel indicators came on (warning light and a bell) indicatin… --- ## [New Car Decision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-decision/63787)
**Author:** [@marstj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marstj)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 20, 2011, 1:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-decision/63787 "2011-04-20T13:07:11Z")
I am a retired single woman living in the Northwoods of WI. I now drive a 99 Prism which has 176,000 miles on it. It runs great and gets great mpg but is starting to rust. I am looking for a new car that can tow a small … --- ## [Theft alarm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theft-alarm/63840)
**Author:** [@MillerN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MillerN)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 9:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/theft-alarm/63840 "2011-04-18T21:41:14Z")
We have been having problems with our Chrysler New Yorker. To set the alarm you hit the automatic lock button before you you get out of the car. Its caused a lot of headaches and so we don't set it anymore however my f… --- ## [Keep wrecked car as salvaged or no?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-wrecked-car-as-salvaged-or-no/63703)
**Author:** [@dr\_honeydew](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dr_honeydew)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 18, 2011, 1:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-wrecked-car-as-salvaged-or-no/63703 "2011-04-18T13:38:35Z")
My dad's 2001 Toyota Camry was recently in an accident. The repairs are cosmetic but cost more than the car is worth. Dad wants to keep the car for another month or two so he can take his time finding a new one. I'm conc… --- ## [New car for my wife](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-for-my-wife/63665)
**Author:** [@captainpeter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/captainpeter)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 17, 2011, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-for-my-wife/63665 "2011-04-17T12:31:54Z")
My wife needs a new or used car and I need some suggestions on what she should get. Currently she has a Porsche boxter and a 944 Porsche so she likes the sporty cars, but she needs something reliable and easier to drive… --- ## [Beginning Adulthood](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beginning-adulthood/63652)
**Author:** [@horsemullet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/horsemullet)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2011, 6:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beginning-adulthood/63652 "2011-04-14T06:52:44Z")
I am going to be graduating next year from my under-grad in NYC. I had no need for car there but-here is where my multiple questions begin-I will need one when I go to grad school. I am taking a year off to work and sav… --- ## [My 2003 VW New Beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2003-vw-new-beetle/63466)
**Author:** [@reva\_hartman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/reva_hartman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2011, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-2003-vw-new-beetle/63466 "2011-04-11T15:15:37Z")
Have had alot of issues with this year/model and trying to work out all the bugs. Have been successful for the most part (after some expense) but my mechanic and I are stumped about the poor gas mileage--Any ideas?? Yo… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=28) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=30)