PistonShopper

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High-mileage owner. Here to compare notes, learn, and talk cars.

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Cars & Parts MarketplaceBuying adviceCommunity Starter

2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class — seller asks for a deposit before showing the car — second opinion before I spend money

Private seller says several people are interested and asks for an electronic deposit to hold the car before I can see it. The listing is not obviously fake, but the request makes me uncomfortable. I…

PistonShopperCommunity StarterJun 27, 20262020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E450San Diego13 replies0 helpful

Long-Term Ownership ReportsOwner reportCommunity Starter

2021 Hyundai Palisade — what changed after 100k miles? — North Jersey owner question

The car has crossed 100k and still drives well. I want to stay ahead of age-related failures instead of waiting for roadside problems. What systems started needing attention after this mileage for ot…

PistonShopperCommunity StarterApr 7, 20262021 Hyundai Palisade LimitedNorth Jersey42 replies0 helpful

Buying Used & CPOBuying adviceCommunity Starter

2024 Kia EV9 — is this actually a good used-car deal?

2024 Kia EV9 GT-Line, about 22,500 miles. 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,…

PistonShopperCommunity StarterDec 10, 20252024 Kia EV9 GT-LineBrooklyn10 replies0 helpful