CARS!

Chi_ZETABBW · #1 05-21-2001, 02:45 PM

Sisterfriends:
I'm interested in knowing what everyone is driving, how it's holding up, would you recommend that car?

Currently in a 95 Gran Am that's paid for. Minor problems so far, but only 55,000 miles.
Thinking of buying a new something. Thinking Toyato SUV, the new one that's out.

Steeltrap · #2 05-21-2001, 03:02 PM

I'm driving a 2000 Mazda Protege and would recommend it. Gas mileage is 26 city and 31 freeway.
The car's holding up great, even though I've put 21,500 miles on it during its first 10 months. That's because I used to commute 180-190 miles a day for two months.

Convinced · #3 05-21-2001, 03:39 PM

I am in a '98 Chevrolet Cavalier and I am sooo tired of it! My mom bought it for me, so it's paid for. But my air went out the other day so I'm planning on getting a Mitsubishi Galant this weekend.

SweetestDiva · #4 05-21-2001, 05:12 PM

I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla Sport. I love it mainly because I've only seen one other person with one since I've gotten it... I like being original. We've always had at least one Toyota car at all times in our household - once my mama gets stuck on a type of car SHE GETS STUCK. Which is why she's on her 3rd Crown Victoria, I guess. I love my Corolla Sport mainly because of the interior, which is completely black. All the dial/number thingies are red, and the steering wheel is leather-wrapped with red stitching. I just feel so.. sporty!

I digress.

Anyway, I think the Toyota SUV you're talking about is the Sequoia. My cousin and her husband just got one a week ago and she absolutely LOVES it. I'm not sure about mileage and all that, but it's beautiful! Good luck!

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THICKNCHOCLATE · #5 05-21-2001, 05:27 PM

I have a 1998 Honda CRV (sport utility) I bought it new, and I haven't had any problems, I just keep up with regular maintenance.

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LadyAKA · #6 05-21-2001, 06:01 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SweetestDiva:
We've always had at least one Toyota car at all times in our household - once my mama gets stuck on a type of car SHE GETS STUCK.

I agree my mom has had a Toyota forever and I got used to it. Handles very well, and is reliable!!
About gas mileage and such, I drive many miles so I have to fill up about 25 bucks every Sunday, but when I wasn't doing those miles I would see the gas sit in the tank and I was happy about that.

Maybe because gas prices have rose, I feel like I gas up more, but not really.

ZChi4Life · #7 05-21-2001, 06:08 PM

Well, I HAD a 2000 Jeep Cherokee. The gas mileage wasn't the great (I think 17 city...forgot the highway mileage). But it was a wonderful piece of machinery. However, some awful boys stole it

so now I'm back to driving my 93 Dodge Shadow. It's an ok car. It used to be a lot better when I first got it (had lots of pick up and go), but now it's old and sorta falling apart.
My mom has a 96 Grand Cherokee (bought in 96) and it's very nice! I'm driving it right now b/c I had to go outta town. Again, not the best gas mileage...but it still runs well. It's fully loaded, so it's got lots of little gadgets and stuff to play with which I LOVE!

nikki25 · #8 05-22-2001, 01:37 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SweetestDiva:
I have a 2001 Toyota Corolla Sport. I love it mainly because I've only seen one other person with one since I've gotten it... I like being original. We've always had at least one Toyota car at all times in our household - once my mama gets stuck on a type of car SHE GETS STUCK. Which is why she's on her 3rd Crown Victoria, I guess. I love my Corolla Sport mainly because of the interior, which is completely black. All the dial/number thingies are red, and the steering wheel is leather-wrapped with red stitching. I just feel so.. sporty! I digress.

Anyway, I think the Toyota SUV you're talking about is the Sequoia. My cousin and her husband just got one a week ago and she absolutely LOVES it. I'm not sure about mileage and all that, but it's beautiful! Good luck!

[This message has been edited by SweetestDiva (edited May 21, 2001).]

A few posts back, I told Greekchat that I was getting a new car in August and have been doing research on cars. The Toyota Carolla happens to be on my "short list." Your post was convincing of the reliability of the car over the short term, while my Consumer Reports guidelines have informed me of the long term and I'm feeling really good about that.

buterscotch1 · #9 05-22-2001, 02:44 PM

I'M DRIVING A 2001 NISSAN ALTIMA, AND I LOVE IT. IT'S GREAT ON GAS, AND IT RIDES SMOOTHLY. IT'S ACTUALLY MY THIRD NISSAN, (WHAT CAN I SAY, I'M KINDA STUCK ON THESE CARS

!!!) AND I'VE LOVED THEM ALL. MY MECHANIC CLAIMS WITH REGULAR MAINTAINANCE, IT COULD EASILY REGISTER 200,000 MILES WITHOUT ANY SERIOUS PROBLEMS!!!!! NOW THIS IS THE KIND OF CAR FOR ME.

HeartbrAKA · #10 05-22-2001, 02:59 PM

I have a 1999 Honda Accord LX Sedan, bought it in 2000. I have to say that it is my favorite car so far, I've had a Hyundai(first car

), Nissan Sentra, Honda Accord, and now another Accord. Only thing is they are really popular here in the bay area so everybody and they step-grandmama got one, not to mention it's the #1 most stolen car in AmerAKA.

But I love it and if somebody DARES try and take my car, I'mma havta cut 'cha!

HeartbrAKA · #11 05-22-2001, 03:03 PM

Oh and it's VERY RELIABLE..The last oneI had was an 89 Accord and it registered 190,000 miles and was still drivin' smooth with no problems. Great on gas too.....

AKA4MJ · #12 05-22-2001, 03:11 PM

I love my 2000 Camary

I never thought I would drive a Toyota till I experienced it for myself. I have nothing bad to say about the car or company. I have received superb customer service every time. Especially the time I was gulity of "bad math" and my check was returned. They did not charge me a return check fee or a late fee, NOTHING!!!! Though my next car will be a Benz, I love my Toyota! Remember the commercial: TOYOTA, With the guy jumping in the air.....

Miss. Mocha · #13 05-22-2001, 03:35 PM

I have a 1996 Olds Achieva, just recently broke down on me, with 160,000 miles on it. Never had too many problems with it before it went out. Heard it needs a new engine. My hubby claims he'll put one in there and drive it for another 160,000 miles.

Just bought a Mitsubishi two weeks ago. Can't really comment on it, yet. It's my first foreign car.

SweetestDiva · #14 05-22-2001, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by nikki25:
A few posts back, I told Greekchat that I was getting a new car in August and have been doing research on cars. The Toyota Carolla happens to be on my "short list." Your post was convincing of the reliability of the car over the short term, while my Consumer Reports guidelines have informed me of the long term and I'm feeling really good about that.

Nikki,
We've had our share of Corollas - my daddy had a '91, then we got a '97, and now the '01. We've never had problems with any of them. I don't think we ever owned a car that wasn't a Toyota or Ford, come to think of it... Anyway, good luck.

InquiringMind · #15 05-23-2001, 11:51 PM

Currently driving a 1999 Civic EX. I had a 1997 Civic DX, but someone hit me a while back so I got the 99. I wanted a Grand Am, but my dad was stuck on the value and reliability of Hondas. They are good cars, good on gas mileage, low maintenance, and they're cute. I still want my 4Runner or Tahoe, but that's another story.....