C43 fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
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Anyone else: fun daily that still works for one-car ownership — 2022
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
Sanity check: buyer wants to pay with cashier check on a weekend — second opinion before I spend money
A buyer wants to meet Saturday when my bank is closed and use a cashier check. I am not accusing them of anything; I just want a payment method I can actually…
Sanity check: is this actually a good used-car deal (Nashville)
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather t…
ColdStartWeekend566Community StarterNov 21, 20252023 Ford Bronco BadlandsNashville6 replies0 helpful
Recall remedy unavailable before planned purchase
The manufacturer confirms the campaign but cannot yet schedule the remedy. Which detail would you resolve before discussing the final price?
Bronco used truck versus new compact pickup
Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel economy and warranty. Anyone make this switc…
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC — open carrier or enclosed for a normal enthusiast car
Noticed this on the car: the car is valuable to me but not exotic. Enclosed transport costs noticeably more. When is the extra protection actually worth paying…
MarketDIYer623Community StarterNov 22, 20252021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300Central Jersey5 replies0 helpful
RX dealer APR is higher than my credit-union preapproval
I have a preapproval in hand and the dealer offered a higher rate. Is there any reason to let them try to beat it, and how should I compare lender fees or ince…
Intermittent warning returns after listing says repaired
The symptom returned and the previous diagnosis no longer supports calling it resolved. The quoted figures are not final, so I am focused on the process first.…
M2 would you buy an ex-rental car at the right price
A former rental is cheaper than privately owned examples and has frequent service records. Cosmetics show normal wear. What extra inspection points matter beca…
Used truck versus new compact pickup — 2023 4Runner (Philadelphia)
Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel economy and warranty. Anyone make this switc…
Gladiator buying a car 1,200 miles away without seeing it — 2024
A hard-to-find spec is several states away. Dealer has provided video and history, but I have not seen it in person. What is the best remote-buy checklist befo…
Model Y: cPO badge versus independent PPI
Quick one about the Model Y. The dealer says the car passed the manufacturer CPO inspection and suggests an outside inspection is unnecessary. I like the warra…
GarageWeekend132Community StarterNov 29, 20252024 Tesla Model Y Long RangePhiladelphia6 replies0 helpful
Second key promised after a used-car purchase
The seller says another programmed key will be provided later. What should a complete set of paperwork show?
Fun daily that still works for one-car ownership — 2017 Altima (New York)
I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to avoid buying a car that only makes sense on…
CR-V: is this actually a good used-car deal — 2021
The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline number. What should I compare besides mileage, history, c…
How much does an old accident hurt resale — 2022 X3 (Boston)
Looking for a sanity check. Car was repaired well after a moderate accident and drives straight. I am trying to price it honestly several years later. How much…
Silverado 1500: two nearly identical cars are priced $4k apart
Silverado 1500: two nearly identical cars are priced $4k apart. I'm in Sacramento.
CamberPilotCommunity StarterNov 27, 20252013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTSacramento5 replies0 helpful
Co-buyer wants to be removed later
Current situation: We are considering a joint loan with a plan to remove one person next year. Also: The quoted figures are not final, so I am focused on the p…
Used truck versus new compact pickup — 2025 M3
Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with better fuel economy and warranty. Anyone make this switc…
TorqueEnthusiast74Community StarterNov 24, 20252025 BMW M3 Competition xDriveUpstate New York6 replies0 helpful