Need advice: Coolant is old by time but low mileage
Car only has 32k miles but the coolant is several years old. Would you change it based on age alone? I'm trying to prioritize maintenance that matters rather t…
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2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon — need advice: Fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon, about 78,000 miles. I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying…
2023 Lincoln Navigator Reserve — question: No crank, lights work, then it suddenly starts
2023 Lincoln Navigator Reserve, about 14,500 miles. Twice this month I turned the key/button and got lights but no crank. After trying again a few minutes late…
2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class C300 — question: Another software-related recall — are cars getting too centralized?
This newest recall looks like another case where a software/electronics fault affects a basic driving function. I like modern features, but it does make me won…
How are you estimating real battery degradation?
Dash range changes with temperature and driving, so I'm looking for a better way to judge battery health. What data do you trust—usable kWh, charging energy, s…
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…
Anyone else: 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…
CityEnthusiast92Community StarterJun 27, 20262024 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51Ohio1 reply0 helpful
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…
Who is actually discounting below MSRP in this region?
Inventory looks better but dealer quotes still vary a lot. I'm not looking to name-and-shame anyone—just trying to get a sense of whether people are seeing rea…
Rivian 12V warning: drive to service or request mobile help?
Got a 12V-related service warning and the truck otherwise wakes and drives normally. For people who've dealt with low-voltage issues, did you risk driving to s…
Intercooler upgrade before adding more power?
On repeated pulls I can feel the car soften as temperatures rise. Would you prioritize an intercooler before adding more boost, even if the current setup is ot…
2024 Volkswagen Golf R — fun daily that still works for one-car ownership
2024 Volkswagen Golf R, about 22,000 miles. I want something I enjoy on back roads but still need to commute, carry luggage and survive bad weather. Trying to…
Need advice: Steering wheel shakes only under highway braking
2024 Ford Mustang GT, about 48,000 miles. No vibration cruising, but braking from highway speed makes the steering wheel shake. Pads still have material. Is ro…
MileageHunterCommunity StarterJun 16, 20262024 Ford Mustang GTDenver / Front Range6 replies0 helpful
2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro — need advice: Trailer feels nervous in crosswinds
2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro, about 96,000 miles. Truck is within published ratings, but with a tall enclosed trailer it gets pushed around in wind more than I…
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 6.2 — need advice: CarPlay disconnects at the same part of my commute
2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 6.2, about 118,000 miles. Wireless CarPlay is solid almost everywhere but drops at one intersection consistently. Is this lik…
ColdStartNerd7Community StarterJun 7, 20262021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LTZ 6.2Salt Lake City5 replies0 helpful
2021 Nissan Rogue SV — question: Windshield replaced and now there is wind noise
2021 Nissan Rogue SV, about 8,200 miles. Windshield was replaced last week and now I hear a whistle around 55 mph that wasn't there before. Glass looks seated…
2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS — cPO luxury SUV or brand-new mainstream SUV?
2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS, about 96,000 miles. Budget works for either a lightly used luxury SUV or a new mainstream model with a full warranty. I'm more worrie…
Need advice: Used truck versus new compact pickup
2022 Honda Accord 2.0T Sport, about 151,000 miles. Same money buys an older full-size truck with capability I may never use or a newer compact truck with bette…
HybridMechanicishCommunity StarterJun 7, 20262022 Honda Accord 2.0T SportNationwide2 replies0 helpful
2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road — question: Would you pay more for documentation than lower mileage?
2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-Road, about 37,000 miles. Comparing two older enthusiast cars: one has lower mileage but thin history, the other has higher mileage…
OldSchoolCommuter50Community StarterJun 2, 20262024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off-RoadSeattle6 replies0 helpful
2023 Subaru Outback Wilderness — anyone else: Rental-platform car came back with damage that wasn't obvious at pickup
Small damage was noticed after the handoff photos were reviewed. For hosts, what inspection/photo workflow actually makes claims easier without turning every p…
HybridMechanicishCommunity StarterMay 31, 20262023 Subaru Outback WildernessCentral Florida10 replies0 helpful