# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=3 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 4 --- ## [2015 Chevrolet 2500 -buying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-2500-buying/192100)
**Author:** [@EJ21](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EJ21)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2023, 8:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2015-chevrolet-2500-buying/192100 "2023-08-05T20:56:21Z")
looking at buying a used 2015 Chevy Silverado 2500HD 4x4 w/ 162k mi. The guy said he’s replaced the power steering pump and has kept it serviced. What problems could I be looking at? --- ## [Recs for mid-sized trucks and SUVs btwn 2005-2015](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recs-for-mid-sized-trucks-and-suvs-btwn-2005-2015/191911)
**Author:** [@Brutus23](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brutus23)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2023, 7:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recs-for-mid-sized-trucks-and-suvs-btwn-2005-2015/191911 "2023-07-26T19:59:53Z")
Howdy folks, I wanna get something used that’s relatively easy to maintain and repair, and has a cheap and wide market of parts should they need to be replaced. I can replace smaller stuff like distributors, change oil,… --- ## [2018 Chevrolet Tahoe - Never buying again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-tahoe-never-buying-again/191814)
**Author:** [@OMAR09](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OMAR09)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2023, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2018-chevrolet-tahoe-never-buying-again/191814 "2023-07-22T22:13:37Z")
I had the same problem with my 2018 Chevy Tahoe and dealer said it would be around $1400 for the repair and its very common. NEVER BUYING CHEVY AGAIN --- ## [Tahoe, Explorer, or expedition?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tahoe-explorer-or-expedition/191574)
**Author:** [@selary1102](https://community.cartalk.com/u/selary1102)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 10, 2023, 12:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tahoe-explorer-or-expedition/191574 "2023-07-10T12:16:53Z")
For context; I’m moving to Maryland later next year, and my wife and I drive a 2008 accord and a 2004 3.9 mustang respectively, neither of those are really good at hauling boxes so I’m needing to get rid of my car sadly … --- ## [Buying a new sport sedan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-sport-sedan/188989)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [July 6, 2023, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-sport-sedan/188989 "2023-07-06T01:47:04Z")
I’m buying a new car this month. I want a luxury compact sedan with good handling and is quiet on the road. The ones I’ve driven so far are the BMW 330i and the Audi A4 S-Line 45. Both have automatic transmission and I w… --- ## [CX90 vs QX60?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cx90-vs-qx60/191473)
**Author:** [@Ptckar\_185825](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ptckar_185825)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2023, 2:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cx90-vs-qx60/191473 "2023-07-04T14:33:23Z")
Looking for opinions from people on these two choices. Looking at top trim for CX90 - signature in Canada and QX60 sensory. --- ## [A 2019 Volvo XC60 with 120k miles on it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-2019-volvo-xc60-with-120k-miles-on-it/191339)
**Author:** [@echo2022](https://community.cartalk.com/u/echo2022)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2023, 1:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-2019-volvo-xc60-with-120k-miles-on-it/191339 "2023-06-29T13:33:59Z")
Hi guys. I’m looking at a 2019 Volvo xc60. The car has 120k miles on the highway. Only one previous owner and has been serviced by the previous owner. The car is asking for $20,000 in cash. I wonder is there anything to… --- ## [Thoughts/advice on underbody rust on 2004 S-10](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thoughts-advice-on-underbody-rust-on-2004-s-10/191253)
**Author:** [@credington\_185731](https://community.cartalk.com/u/credington_185731)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2023, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thoughts-advice-on-underbody-rust-on-2004-s-10/191253 "2023-06-24T01:39:45Z")
Hey everyone! I’ve been in the market for a new(ish) pickup and I stumbled onto an s10 with 108k miles listed in my budget. I test drove it and loved it, I’m just concerned about some of the rust on the underside. Not su… --- ## [Any cars made in the past 5-6 years meet this criteria?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-cars-made-in-the-past-5-6-years-meet-this-criteria/191172)
**Author:** [@Someperson2023](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Someperson2023)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2023, 3:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/any-cars-made-in-the-past-5-6-years-meet-this-criteria/191172 "2023-06-21T15:15:46Z")
Although I love my 2013 Hyundai Elantra, it gets stolen constantly due to Hyundais (and Kias) being the easiest to steal and a big trend to target them. (Some insurance companies refuse to insure Hyundais and Kias agains… --- ## [2012 Toyota Venza - Venza OK?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-venza-venza-ok/191168)
**Author:** [@neonmark](https://community.cartalk.com/u/neonmark)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2023, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-toyota-venza-venza-ok/191168 "2023-06-20T18:45:28Z")
I am thinking of buying a toyota venza what sort of issues ha s anyone had? --- ## [Considering Used Subaru Outback - Six owners](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-used-subaru-outback-six-owners/191029)
**Author:** [@RatherLoopy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RatherLoopy)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2023, 3:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-used-subaru-outback-six-owners/191029 "2023-06-07T15:26:46Z")
I’m considering this Subaru. The price is right, the car looks clean with reasonably low (130K) mileage, but it has had six owners since new, has been a rental car, and spent the first eleven years in the frozen north (M… --- ## [Buyer beware batteryguy.com / batterycenter.com selling old expired sulfated reduced capacity batteries](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buyer-beware-batteryguy-com-batterycenter-com-selling-old-expired-sulfated-reduced-capacity-batteries/190960)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2023, 11:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buyer-beware-batteryguy-com-batterycenter-com-selling-old-expired-sulfated-reduced-capacity-batteries/190960 "2023-06-03T11:46:45Z")
Got a new battery for my car jump starter. The typical 12V 18AH high rate type. Got the Batteryguy brand since it is cheaper. BGH-12180NB / BCH-12180NB. Date code ended in 21. Tested at 13AH @ 10hr instead of 18! Got 1 B… --- ## [15,000 miles with 3 owners?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/15-000-miles-with-3-owners/190921)
**Author:** [@Coneil3822\_185457](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coneil3822_185457)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 3, 2023, 12:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/15-000-miles-with-3-owners/190921 "2023-06-03T12:32:24Z")
Hey guys I’m looking at a 19 plate Vauxhall Crossland X on Cazoo which has 15,000 miles but 3 previous owners. Something to worry about? Not sure as I’ve not brought many cars. Any help is greatly appreciated! It’s had… --- ## [Help Buying Abandoned Car Legally? No title or registration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-buying-abandoned-car-legally-no-title-or-registration/190836)
**Author:** [@john.smith0909123\_160324](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.smith0909123_160324)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 2, 2023, 9:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-buying-abandoned-car-legally-no-title-or-registration/190836 "2023-06-02T21:05:29Z")
I see online on YouTube, makes for good videos, people “rescuing” abandoned cars in the woods or “barn finds” fixing them up and driving them. How do people buy these cars legally though? There’s likely no title or regi… --- ## [Lowering a payment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lowering-a-payment/190630)
**Author:** [@john.drefahl\_1976](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john.drefahl_1976)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2023, 6:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lowering-a-payment/190630 "2023-05-24T18:25:12Z")
I bought a 2016 Acura during the pandemic lockdown after my car died on me. Picked up a TLX with 40k for 32k at CarMax. Totally got hosed on the price, but I needed a car. I got a great interest loan, but my payments … --- ## [Used Car Sales](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-sales/190759)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 23, 2023, 11:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-sales/190759 "2023-05-23T11:19:41Z")
Where do the used cars go that we don’t want anymore? It turns out Africa has a thriving business in used cars, including junk that no one wants in the Western world. This is where flood cars go for a new home. --- ## [New Tacomas Coming](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tacomas-coming/190732)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2023, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-tacomas-coming/190732 "2023-05-21T12:25:52Z")
Here’s an article about the new Toyota Tacoma in 2024. It’s not a test drive but is an explanation of what’s new, including hybrid engines and the various trim levels. MSRP is estimated between $30,000 and $60,000. If yo… --- ## [2002 Nissan Pathfinder - Buy or pass?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-pathfinder-buy-or-pass/190307)
**Author:** [@JStein](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JStein)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 1, 2023, 6:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-nissan-pathfinder-buy-or-pass/190307 "2023-05-01T18:42:09Z")
Is buying a used 2002 Nissan Pathfinder SE with 290,000 KMS worth it in Canada? Issue with vehicle is that the idle is low. --- ## [Advise on what to do next](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advise-on-what-to-do-next/190358)
**Author:** [@arvin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/arvin)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 30, 2023, 6:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advise-on-what-to-do-next/190358 "2023-04-30T18:58:11Z")
Hi All, I’ve owned a 2007 Hyundai Tucson since 2007, and it currently has about 66,000+ miles on it. I’ve primarily used it for commuting between work and home during the weekdays, and errands here and there sporadical… --- ## [Pros/cons of buying Subaru with overhauled engine?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-cons-of-buying-subaru-with-overhauled-engine/190296)
**Author:** [@Ray-O\_Vac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ray-O_Vac)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 27, 2023, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-cons-of-buying-subaru-with-overhauled-engine/190296 "2023-04-27T04:29:52Z")
My son is interested in buying his first car. He’s now looking at a Subaru Impreza 2008. It has 283K miles “on chassis” and had an “engine overhaul” 20K miles ago. Seller is asking $5.5K What are some pros/cons ins/ou… --- ## [EV federal tax credit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ev-federal-tax-credit/190157)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 22, 2023, 9:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ev-federal-tax-credit/190157 "2023-04-22T21:10:40Z")
The federal government announced how they will handle tax credits for future sales of EVs. Lots of them don’t qualify anymore and some have reduced tax credits. I know that for the base Tesla Model 3, the battery doesn’t… --- ## [Considering Toyota Corolla Hybrid or similar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-toyota-corolla-hybrid-or-similar/189904)
**Author:** [@ivanivan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ivanivan)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 19, 2023, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-toyota-corolla-hybrid-or-similar/189904 "2023-04-19T21:11:48Z")
I’m looking for a new (or used) car, focusing on reliability and fuel-efficiency, and trying to keep the price tag under $27k. I’ve been gravitating towards the Toyota Corolla Hybrid, but I’m still open to other options… --- ## [New EV rules from EPA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ev-rules-from-epa/190062)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [April 14, 2023, 11:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-ev-rules-from-epa/190062 "2023-04-14T11:19:03Z")
The EPA has pushed a draft ruling out for comments. The ruling states that all new vehicle sales in the US be EVs by 2030 and 67% by 2032. While the major auto manufacturers have said that they will only produce EVs in o… --- ## [2007 Sequoia - let itgo?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-sequoia-let-itgo/189782)
**Author:** [@john\_184618](https://community.cartalk.com/u/john_184618)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2023, 12:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-sequoia-let-itgo/189782 "2023-03-28T00:04:53Z")
I’m looking for advice on whether to keep or sell a 2007 Sequoia. I’ve had it for about six years, runs well, but… It’s been costing an average of around $900 a year for maintenance and repairs, most recently $1400 for c… --- ## [Toyota Yaris - 2010 MVI - being sold for $3000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-yaris-2010-mvi-being-sold-for-3000/189692)
**Author:** [@SMandLD\_183244](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SMandLD_183244)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2023, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-yaris-2010-mvi-being-sold-for-3000/189692 "2023-03-21T16:39:21Z")
Hi Folks, I really need to get a new car, but I haven’t found much for sale in my area. I’m on a limited budget, and I’m seeing a deal for a 2010 Toyota Yaris for $3000. It seems to be in great shape. Other than an a… --- ## [Would You Buy This Rebuilt Title Jeep?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-this-rebuilt-title-jeep/189253)
**Author:** [@kit\_the\_car](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kit_the_car)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2023, 8:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-this-rebuilt-title-jeep/189253 "2023-02-26T20:27:35Z")
I’m in the market for a new family car. Normally, I’d steer clear of anything that has a history of wrecks. But I ran across a “rebuilt title” offer today that caught my eye. It’s a 2017 Jeep Compas with only 32,000+ mi… --- ## [2006 Scion xB - Good choice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-xb-good-choice/189084)
**Author:** [@Potts16](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Potts16)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2023, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-scion-xb-good-choice/189084 "2023-02-13T17:03:05Z")
Mother-InLaw has the opportunity to buy an 06 Scion Xb for $3500. Are there any issues she should be aware of. --- ## [Best car under 20k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-car-under-20k/189008)
**Author:** [@isaiahj1107\_184032](https://community.cartalk.com/u/isaiahj1107_184032)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 8, 2023, 1:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-car-under-20k/189008 "2023-02-08T01:26:46Z")
Hey everyone So i’m looking to purchase a car pretty soon but not too sure on what to decide on especially since all cars are pretty high right now so i want to make sure i make the right decision. Looking for an awd se… --- ## [2005 Saturn Redline repair or sell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-redline-repair-or-sell/188960)
**Author:** [@Eversole.s.l\_183180](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eversole.s.l_183180)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2023, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-saturn-redline-repair-or-sell/188960 "2023-02-05T21:11:36Z")
I have a 2005 Saturn Vue Redline 3.5 liter awd. It has 96000 miles. My mechanic wants to charge the following. It needs a timing belt @$1150, brakes (front disc and rear drums @$1200. It also has2 cam shaft oil leaks @$8… --- ## [Best \>$30k car with sub 20mph adaptive cruise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-30k-car-with-sub-20mph-adaptive-cruise/188913)
**Author:** [@tradetime23\_183986](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tradetime23_183986)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2023, 4:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-30k-car-with-sub-20mph-adaptive-cruise/188913 "2023-02-02T16:35:05Z")
Doesn’t have to be brand new. Wouldn’t mind a few years old. Looking ideally for a subcompact SUV. I have a 2014 Tiguan. I really would like help in stop and go traffic and other slowdowns on highways. HAS TO BE ABLE TO … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=2) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=4)