Do you guys think this will be a good replacement car for skiing?

[BenedictGomez]

If money is not a limiting factor, why on earth would you finance a vehicle with 108,000 miles, especially when you are paying $12,000 or less? Do you just enjoy handing money over to a bank rather than keeping it in your wallet?

He must be even cheaper than I am.

 

[Tin]

Whatever you buy, get one of these for the bumper. It will help next time...

Or better yet. Buy this for your dad/GF and let them know when you think snow is coming...

 

[KustyTheKlown]

lol

 

[bdfreetuna]

There is something seriously wrong when the Tuna/Car thread has more posts than the naked Lindsey Vonn thread. We need snow in a bad way....

What can I say, I'm irresistible around here. I could literally post anything and guaranteed the big league haters like VTKilarny and CustyTheClown will be on it. Sadly they were late to this party and I don't take advice from people with anger management issues.

Even some folks who until recently I thought were cool around here like Tin have decided to jump on the bandwagon because I called a bad snow forecast and ended up totaling my car on black ice. You can tell it's a bad snow year around here for sure.

Yes I expect to maintain this vehicle on both a consistent basis and whenever necessary. Shocking. :lol:

Would love to see photos, see details of all the detractors awesome vehicles.

And no I didn't post this thread for advice (except from knowledgeable Subaru people). I posted it to get 7 pages of entertainment in the course of one afternoon.

 

[bdfreetuna]

He must be even cheaper than I am.

It's called not having 12k in my wallet right now but having 105k yearly income. Nonetheless, I need a car right now. Hmmm.. tricky one!

 

[Tin]

Even some folks who until recently I thought were cool around here like Tin have decided to jump on the bandwagon because I called a bad snow forecast and ended up totaling my car on black ice. You can tell it's a bad snow year around here for sure.

Yes I expect to maintain this vehicle on both a consistent basis and whenever necessary. Shocking. :lol:

Would love to see photos, see details of all the detractors awesome vehicles.

And no I didn't post this thread for advice (except from knowledgeable Subaru people). I posted it to get 7 pages of entertainment in the course of one afternoon.

You're safe. All is well. It can be joked about.

I honestly don't want to see anyone get screwed out of money and it has nothing to do with you maintaining it. It's all about previously. You doing all the maintenance in the world won't help if the previous did not. I would really ask when the last time the things I listed were changed/replaced if ever because if not they are things you might need to do sooner rather than later and the price of the car is suddenly 14-15k+.

It's a big red flag as to why this individual is selling it after only a year and thousand miles. Even if their reasons for selling are legit. The lack of driving leads to corrosion of the piston walls, bearings, etc. because of the lack of lubrication/use. And rust in the under areas. It also leads to rubber and plastic things (belts/hoses) becoming very brittle. I cannot tell you how many times I've seen someone bring in a car they bought because the lack of usage and having catastrophic engine failures shortly after.

When a car that has not been driven much in a while becomes a daily driver it is suddenly more vulnerable to issues and repairs are no longer cheap because instead of simply using a ratchet you now must use a torch. Cars that sit are known for having exhaust manifold issues (NO MATTER THE MAKE) and usually take a torch because the small bolt heads get corroded and now must be cut out.

As I mentioned, sitting = mice and along with not knowing who installed the HIDs and other electronics, there is a chance you could walk into a store and come out to a fire. That is no joke and your insurance will most likely not help you out because it was an aftermarket amateur install.


Have you seen pics of the engine bay and under?


And yes, I worked in a garage before going to college, and during. And still do the majority of my own work and work on friends' cars.

 

[KustyTheKlown]

I drive a Nissan Rogue. It's on lease. I get a new one in April. It's a solidly dependable four wheel drive vehicle that doesn't break the bank. I lease so I don't own a constantly depreciating asset and can get a new one in tip top shape every 3 years

and all I did was point out th clear absurdity of constantly posting for advice with no intention of taking any advice from anyone. you just want to slip in a humble brag about your not so sweet new ride

 

[bdfreetuna]

Let's put it this way (again). I've talked to this guy at length and gotten to know him over the course of a week and a half. We've shared photos of our previous cars; I've seen his collection. He's a serious hobbyist but for whatever reason he's looking to downgrade his vehicle right now. I guess he needs the cash more than he needs a sweet ride at the moment.

The timing belts are new, the oil is just changed, the tires are fresh, all the mods are new.

Of course the situation would be a red flag from an outsiders point of view. The car has not been "garaged". It's been carefully maintained, upgraded, and driven about 1000 miles in the last year that he's owned it. It is seriously in pristine condition.

Unless this guy is totally lying to me and I'm going down to pick up a 1994 Ford Escort, I've seen the photos, I've heard the details, he's even told me what's most likely to be needed to replace the soonest (which isn't much because even though the car was in excellent condition when he got it, he both restored and upgraded it anyway), and I've seen so many photos of all parts of this car it's actually interesting how enthused he is about his vehicles and his hobby.

He has told me any questions or problems I ever have he'd love to advise me.

So, am I gonna get burned, or did I just get really lucky and find my dream car just at the right time?

Guess we'll see. I'll keep you all posted

As for the 3.whatever second 0-60, same car with same upgrades are all over YouTube doing this. Set the Accessport to "launch" configuration and that's how it's done. When the roads are dry and clear in the spring I'll do some time trials with it on back roads in the hilltowns. Until then feel free to speculate

 

[bdfreetuna]

I drive a Nissan Rogue.

Well if that don't make your dick bust through concrete!

you just want to slip in a humble brag about your not so sweet new ride

You know I did it all for you

Hilarious a Nissan owner trying to lecture a Subaru owner about dependable vehicles.

My wife's mom just got a Nissan Rogue. I guess it's nice. Probably as dependable as most Nissans which ain't bad. But it's a bulky boring ride. Are you even driving a manual transmission?

 

[hammer]

When a car that has not been driven much in a while becomes a daily driver it is suddenly more vulnerable to issues and repairs are no longer cheap because instead of simply using a ratchet you now must use a torch. Cars that sit are known for having exhaust manifold issues (NO MATTER THE MAKE) and usually take a torch because the small bolt heads get corroded and now must be cut out.

As I mentioned, sitting = mice and along with not knowing who installed the HIDs and other electronics, there is a chance you could walk into a store and come out to a fire. That is no joke and your insurance will most likely not help you out because it was an aftermarket amateur install.

Sorry to go off topic but in your opinion how often should a car be driven at a minimum? Just want to know how often I need to get my daughters car out while she's off in college...

 

[deadheadskier]

A mechanic just told you buyer beware and you brush it off because you've gotten to know and trust a stranger over the last ten days?

I wish you luck, but your judgment skills here seem to be sorely lacking.

 

[Tin]

Sorry to go off topic but in your opinion how often should a car be driven at a minimum? Just want to know how often I need to get my daughters car out while she's off in college...

I would take it for a highway trip once a week for 10-15 miles and just start it here and there to keep the electrical system/battery in decent shape. This and her driving it during when home should be fine.

 

[KustyTheKlown]

Well if that don't make your dick bust through concrete!



You know I did it all for you

Hilarious a Nissan owner trying to lecture a Subaru owner about dependable vehicles.

My wife's mom just got a Nissan Rogue. I guess it's nice. Probably as dependable as most Nissans which ain't bad. But it's a bulky boring ride. Are you even driving a manual transmission?

no. did i ever claim to be a car guy? did i start a thread to brag about my rogue? no.

i drive a dependable and affordable suv with 4 wheel drive that gets me around town and to the mountains and back safely. i don't know much about cars, but i'd bet that my 2011 Rogue with 30k miles is far less likely to give me problems than your heavily used 100k+ mile modded subaru.

and of course the seller of the car has been nice to you. he's trying to sell you his fucking car. idiot.

 

[bdfreetuna]

A mechanic just told you buyer beware and you brush it off because you've gotten to know and trust a stranger over the last ten days?

I wish you luck, but your judgment skills here seem to be sorely lacking.

That about sums it up. Thanks, I'll let y'all know if the car disappoints. And also if it kicks righteous ass like it's supposed to.

There have only been one or two people in this whole thread who know jack sh*t about this car and they have either highly endorsed it or said maybe I should get it slightly cheaper. The rest is speculation.

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And a Subaru with 100k will outlast a Nissan with 30k assuming they are equally maintained. 9 times out of 10. Let me know when you get your Nissan up to 300k and we'll talk. Oh wait, you're leasing it, just in case it's not as dependable as you wish.

 

[KustyTheKlown]

lol youre dense. i lease because i like having a new car. i lease because i dont want to own something expensive that decreases in value every time i use it. want to make another wager? this one is a long game. during my next lease term, my car will not break down or have any major mechanical problems. your subaru will. $10 plus the $3 and change you still owe me.

 

[rocks860]

 

[bdfreetuna]

lol youre dense. i lease because i like having a new car. i lease because i dont want to own something expensive that decreases in value every time i use it. want to make another wager? this one is a long game. during my next lease term, my car will not break down or have any major mechanical problems. your subaru will. $10 plus the $3 and change you still owe me.

How about if I win you EAD and if I lose you EAD.

I PM'd you asking for a bitcoin address weeks ago... still waiting. So we can settle that one right now if you actually want to instead of keep bringing it up as if I intentionally shorted you. As I said I only had that much in my wallet that day and I PM'd you instantly afterwards to settle the bet. I even walked to the bank with no car on a horrible weather day just to get you the funds the next day and I wasted my time and effort.

Unbeknownst to me would someone be so butthurt over a temporary deficit of 0.0000001 BTC.

 

[KustyTheKlown]

you've already eaten all the dicks in your epic snowstorm thread and your car breakdown thread. there are no dicks left over for anyone else to eat. i'm gonna stop before i give you another stroke.

you owe me $3.12

 

[hammer]

So...what did the CarFax or equivalent report show?

 

[bdfreetuna]

you've already eaten all the dicks in your epic snowstorm thread and your car breakdown thread. there are no dicks left over for anyone else to eat. i'm gonna stop before i give you another stroke.

you owe me $3.12

You said you needed a new BTC address so POST IT if you want your money.

Interesting you think I'm the guy about to have a stroke. My BP is 134 over 80. How you doing these days?