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Old 04-23-2017, 02:51 AM   #1 (permalink)
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Bantha bob - '09 Aprilia Sportcity 250
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Need advice on new vehicle.

Hey folks,

The wife and I just moved to Oregon and I am freezing my tail up here.

I'm looking to replace my 2 door car which I only use in the winter time to escape the cold. Normally I ride a 250cc bike which I ride most of the year.
I just bought a set of electric heated gear to try out which should hopefully allow me to ride longer into the winter season.

I don't have a lot of use for a 4 wheel drive vehicle. I can't figure out what vehicle would be the most useful.

Vehicles I found of interest are:

1. A 30s era rat rod or gangster style car for the weekends. Purpose would be just for fun.

2. A Sl1 or SL2 version of the Saturn. I find the 4 door more practical over the 2 door myself. The SL1 gets around the same mileage as the Prius without the price tag or insurance. Plus the full size trunk. Est mileage 45

3. 2005 Dodge/Chrysler grand caravan with fold down rear seats. This is the most practical of the bunch with fold down seats allowing for use as a truck, van , or car if the seats are up. Est mileage 26-30

As I say, for the most part I don't really need a cage. It is mostly to escape the elements like heavy rain downpour or cold weather.

Ofcourse I love the Gen 1 insight but the 2 door limitation is a tough sell.

I'm not sure which direction to go in. I could use some thoughts.

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2009 Aprilia Sportcity 250cc
75MPG highway-88mpg city.
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