# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=7 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 8 --- ## [Jeep Compass vs Ford Expedition - Used Car Discussion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-vs-ford-expedition-used-car-discussion/179835)
**Author:** [@drawinyanes.igotcars\_176804](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drawinyanes.igotcars_176804)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2021, 7:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-compass-vs-ford-expedition-used-car-discussion/179835 "2021-10-11T07:19:02Z")
Hey there, We’re planning to buy a new vehicle for our family - the two top choices after our research are Jeep Compass and Ford Expedition. All things considered, what direction would you lean and why? Thanks fr your… --- ## [Honda Civic or Subaru Impreza?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-or-subaru-impreza/179259)
**Author:** [@bladerunner6](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bladerunner6)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [September 30, 2021, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-civic-or-subaru-impreza/179259 "2021-09-30T15:04:04Z")
I am looking for a practical but not too dull hatchback with some decent cargo capacity. There are not a lot of options left in the U.S. Any opinions on this? Thanks. --- ## [09 Accord v 2012 Sonata Second Car decision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-accord-v-2012-sonata-second-car-decision/179415)
**Author:** [@nick.bestor\_177241](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nick.bestor_177241)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [September 21, 2021, 5:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/09-accord-v-2012-sonata-second-car-decision/179415 "2021-09-21T17:50:33Z")
Hey there, We are sending my kid to college and decided to buy him a car… the top two choices are a 09 Accord with 113k miles, automatic transmission and a 2012 Sonata 109k miles. Both have the 4 cylinder engines… and… --- ## [Looking for a fun car that's capable of towing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-fun-car-thats-capable-of-towing/179442)
**Author:** [@TS1997](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TS1997)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [September 17, 2021, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-fun-car-thats-capable-of-towing/179442 "2021-09-17T22:54:50Z")
Hello! I’m currently looking for a new car as mine doesn’t suit my needs anymore. I’m after something that’s fun to drive while being capable of towing at least 1800kg (~3970lbs) but preferably 2000kg (~4400lbs) or more… --- ## [Mustang v Camaro 5th gen: What's better for long-term reliability, low repair & maintenance cost, and far-end resale value](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-v-camaro-5th-gen-whats-better-for-long-term-reliability-low-repair-maintenance-cost-and-far-end-resale-value/179243)
**Author:** [@SeaPh03nix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SeaPh03nix)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2021, 3:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mustang-v-camaro-5th-gen-whats-better-for-long-term-reliability-low-repair-maintenance-cost-and-far-end-resale-value/179243 "2021-09-09T15:36:48Z")
I’m considering buying one of a few cars, but I’m not motivated most of all by the model or brand, well only slightly; I like both Mustangs and Camaro. In fact if I were to use my whole available budget I probably would … --- ## [2005 4runner worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-4runner-worth-it/178844)
**Author:** [@jakeenloe25](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jakeenloe25)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2021, 12:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-4runner-worth-it/178844 "2021-09-07T00:49:05Z")
Hey guys, I joined the forum to help diagnose a problem with my previous car, and you were all super helpful. I really enjoyed the experience of bouncing ideas around and just getting to chat with the community. I’m no… --- ## [Please help me! I have problems making big decisions and I don't know enough about cars!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-i-have-problems-making-big-decisions-and-i-dont-know-enough-about-cars/178865)
**Author:** [@JJ\_168268](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JJ_168268)\ **Replies:** 57\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2021, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-help-me-i-have-problems-making-big-decisions-and-i-dont-know-enough-about-cars/178865 "2021-08-30T22:06:44Z")
I need to buy a crossover/SUV with 4WD/AWD for $13,000 or less. I’m seeing Kias, Subarus, Jeeps, and Fords in the 2010-2015 year range. I don’t drive far distances often, just locally. I’m seeing newer models with higher… --- ## [Is EV better than gas for only very short around-town trips?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-ev-better-than-gas-for-only-very-short-around-town-trips/179031)
**Author:** [@spamless\_176952](https://community.cartalk.com/u/spamless_176952)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2021, 9:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-ev-better-than-gas-for-only-very-short-around-town-trips/179031 "2021-08-29T21:08:00Z")
My mom is in her mid-80s, and does not drive very much. She drives to the YMCA for swimming 5 times a week, maybe 2 miles each way. She drives to the grocery and doctor appointments. Majority of her trips are under 5 mil… --- ## [Volvo XC70 with 201k miles worth it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc70-with-201k-miles-worth-it/178786)
**Author:** [@petermaloney211](https://community.cartalk.com/u/petermaloney211)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [August 21, 2021, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc70-with-201k-miles-worth-it/178786 "2021-08-21T00:27:54Z")
Hey gang, I was looking at purchasing a 2004 Volvo XC70 with 201k miles on it and was wondering if anyone has some experience with this car and their lifespan. The car is listed for 3,500k and is located in north New Je… --- ## [2004 Lexus, Too OLD!?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-too-old/178705)
**Author:** [@CARTALKBILLY](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CARTALKBILLY)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2021, 4:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-lexus-too-old/178705 "2021-08-14T16:58:11Z")
I am interested in a 2004 Lexus ES330 with 100100 km (63000miles) on the odometer; I would very much like to know; is it too old ?? Owner claims well maintained oil brakes cat was recently changed No sign of rust nor … --- ## [Mazda or lexus?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-or-lexus/178496)
**Author:** [@ManThatsDope](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ManThatsDope)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [August 5, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mazda-or-lexus/178496 "2021-08-05T17:39:05Z")
Mazda 6 2013 premium 2.5 automatic Lexus is250 2009 2.5 automatic And why? Thanks --- ## [Is this 2007 Camry SE a good buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-2007-camry-se-a-good-buy/176850)
**Author:** [@kurious](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurious)\ **Replies:** 34\ **Last updated:** [August 3, 2021, 2:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-this-2007-camry-se-a-good-buy/176850 "2021-08-03T14:39:19Z")
Hello, Thank you in advance for your guidance. We want to decide whether or not to buy a 2007 Camry SE. Following are the details: Odometer reading: 127,200 Asking price: $5,000 (the seller found out about our budget… --- ## [Temporary tags from shift?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-tags-from-shift/178212)
**Author:** [@316jace](https://community.cartalk.com/u/316jace)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2021, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/temporary-tags-from-shift/178212 "2021-07-25T04:13:07Z")
Hi! I am currently in the process of purchasing a 2017 fiesta st online from the company Shift. I have completed almost all the steps to purchase except they are telling me Kansas is one of the states that cannot obtain… --- ## [Is an 18-year old car a good buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-an-18-year-old-car-a-good-buy/178161)
**Author:** [@MrTime86](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MrTime86)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2021, 5:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-an-18-year-old-car-a-good-buy/178161 "2021-07-22T17:38:45Z")
Hello. I’m currently in the market for a used car, with a budget around 5k. I recently found a 2003 Chevy Malibu with 35,000 miles on it for the same price. The low mileage seems enticing but I’m just curious if the ag… --- ## [Recommend me a car...thanks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommend-me-a-car-thanks/178121)
**Author:** [@itsfortheworee\_176290](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itsfortheworee_176290)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 20, 2021, 12:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommend-me-a-car-thanks/178121 "2021-07-20T00:13:22Z")
So i currently have a nissan note…I don’t have much experience with other cars… first of all…given the hot weather now…its aircondition is more like…burning everywhere from heat and on top of that being blast with cold … --- ## [Mk6 golf vs bmw 1 series](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mk6-golf-vs-bmw-1-series/178126)
**Author:** [@verheyenrobin\_176293](https://community.cartalk.com/u/verheyenrobin_176293)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2021, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mk6-golf-vs-bmw-1-series/178126 "2021-07-19T19:10:23Z")
Im looking to buy a new car but i can’t decide between a golf mk6 and a bmw 116i or 118i (2007+). I like the bmw more but after doing research im not so sure anymore, apparently the n43 engine isn’t very reliable wich is… --- ## [Selling the leased car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-the-leased-car/176569)
**Author:** [@Ben-C](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ben-C)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2021, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-the-leased-car/176569 "2021-07-14T01:18:57Z")
Hi, I am not familiar with the process of getting out of a lease early. So my current car lease is $600/mo and I have paid 16 mo of it, so 20 more months remaining, which I still owe $12000 to the dealer. Carvarna offe… --- ## [New Car Salesperson Commissions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-salesperson-commissions/177624)
**Author:** [@TCerebus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TCerebus)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 13, 2021, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-salesperson-commissions/177624 "2021-07-13T16:11:08Z")
I’ve been working with a particular salesperson for the purchase of my new car. He has been really helpful and spent time with me to select the correct vehicle. I’m now ready to buy. I’ve tried coming to the dealershi… --- ## [Nissan flooding advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-flooding-advice/177962)
**Author:** [@BGH50](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BGH50)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2021, 7:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-flooding-advice/177962 "2021-07-11T19:46:25Z")
Hi all, I am an owner of a 2018 Nissan Versa, 50k miles. Since last September (roughly a year) the passenger side of the car has flooded twice - there is a serious design flaw where the inner drainage system is easily b… --- ## [2006 Chevrolet 1500 - Truck wanted](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-1500-truck-wanted/177971)
**Author:** [@Coolman56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Coolman56)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2021, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2006-chevrolet-1500-truck-wanted/177971 "2021-07-11T15:19:31Z")
Can you sell me a pick up truck for 500 --- ## [Hassle free lease options?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hassle-free-lease-options/177906)
**Author:** [@lethamblair\_176103](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lethamblair_176103)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 9, 2021, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hassle-free-lease-options/177906 "2021-07-09T14:30:12Z")
I’m interested in leasing a car but I’m unsure of what the best options are. It seems as if most people go through a dealership directly. I’m thinking that the way there’s Lemonade for super consumer friendly renters i… --- ## [Best used car to buy for long road trips?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-car-to-buy-for-long-road-trips/106268)
**Author:** [@francomamanda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/francomamanda)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 22, 2021, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-car-to-buy-for-long-road-trips/106268 "2021-06-22T12:43:52Z")
Hello! I am new to the site and am having a dilemma... what is a good used car to buy for distance driving? Until now, I have been driving a 2004 Volvo S80 sedan. I bought it in 2013 with 121k miles and have since adde… --- ## [Honda Element any good?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-element-any-good/177286)
**Author:** [@lockstar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lockstar)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2021, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-element-any-good/177286 "2021-06-14T00:34:51Z")
Are these any good and were they discontinued? Do they still make them in 2021? What would be a better pick (NOT TOO HIGH-END) out of some of these listed makes as follows: Subaru-maybe Outback or Forrester; Honda CRV… --- ## [1993 4Runner vs 2011 Mazda3 Hatch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-4runner-vs-2011-mazda3-hatch/176813)
**Author:** [@jordanethan609\_175234](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jordanethan609_175234)\ **Replies:** 79\ **Last updated:** [May 30, 2021, 12:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-4runner-vs-2011-mazda3-hatch/176813 "2021-05-30T12:30:29Z")
I’m conflicted between these two cars 4Runner $4700 (193,000) Mazda3 need to talk them down from $6900 to ~$5000 (120,000) On one hand, the 4Runner is cheaper upfront, has more storage space, and has everything done t… --- ## [Pickup buying advice, new Nissan or used Toyota?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pickup-buying-advice-new-nissan-or-used-toyota/177001)
**Author:** [@skywise](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skywise)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [May 26, 2021, 12:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pickup-buying-advice-new-nissan-or-used-toyota/177001 "2021-05-26T00:55:41Z")
I’ve been sporadically driving my wife’s 2006 Suzuki Forenza and it’s starting to reach that point where it’s going to cost too much to make it a good car again. I’ve been wanting another pickup for awhile and I’m looki… --- ## [Tips for buying used Honda Civic 7th gen](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-buying-used-honda-civic-7th-gen/176799)
**Author:** [@mainhatle32\_174667](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mainhatle32_174667)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2021, 6:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tips-for-buying-used-honda-civic-7th-gen/176799 "2021-05-24T18:38:18Z")
Have anyone ever purchased used Honda Civic before? I know nothing about this area so I really need some advices from you guys. Any opinion is appreciated. I’m in Asheville btw. --- ## [2007 Jeep Liberty - Reliable?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-reliable/176681)
**Author:** [@Roy17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Roy17)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 12, 2021, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-jeep-liberty-reliable/176681 "2021-05-12T02:47:46Z")
Is it a reliable car i do 400 km per day. I found a 2007 liberty with 275000 km for $2500. --- ## [Advice for buying used car- Mitsubishi, Kia, Hyundai, or Nissan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-buying-used-car-mitsubishi-kia-hyundai-or-nissan/176579)
**Author:** [@JJ\_168268](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JJ_168268)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [May 13, 2021, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-buying-used-car-mitsubishi-kia-hyundai-or-nissan/176579 "2021-05-13T21:49:56Z")
I need to buy a used car and would like some advice on certain makes. I have always owned Honda CRVs or Jeeps. I know Hondas are awesome so they’re always in consideration, but the ones I’m seeing in my price range are 1… --- ## [2005 Toyota Highlander - worth buying?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-worth-buying/176265)
**Author:** [@TransparentSee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TransparentSee)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [May 8, 2021, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-toyota-highlander-worth-buying/176265 "2021-05-08T17:39:05Z")
Debating whether or not buy a 2005 Highlander Limited with 134,572 miles on it. One owner, from Virginia (with no rust?), no accidents, made in Japan, 44 CarFax history reports, mint condition (Internally). They have… --- ## [Best used truck (year/model) for around 20k?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-truck-year-model-for-around-20k/176609)
**Author:** [@danielsisco64\_174752](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danielsisco64_174752)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [May 7, 2021, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-truck-year-model-for-around-20k/176609 "2021-05-07T00:39:14Z")
I don’t care if it’s mid or full size. I’m just looking for something very reliable, easy to work on, and can tow a small to medium trailer if needed. I’d love to hear your thoughts on this! [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=6) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=8)