Thinking about a new car, looking for ideas

[The Other Andy]

Originally Posted by Daox

Thats a bit high price for my taste considering the miles. There is one not too far away for $2400, but it has about 216k on it (new pack at 150k though). Its in the back of my mind as a possibility.

###2000 Honda Insight ###



The other car that has popped on to my radar is still stupid far away (5hr drive), but seems like a decent deal. I love the idea of having a 2 year old car. The mileage would be great, it even has a few bells and whistles. Seems like the life left in this car is massively more than pretty much anything I've looked at. Of course the price is higher too, but incredibly so.

2014 Mitsubishi Mirage - $7500

I wonder why the engine on that Mirage was replaced.

Just an FYI in case you haven't seen it, but there's a garage in Lannon that had a couple of Cobalts for sale when I was looking. The guys running it seemed kind of odd, but there might be something of interest on the lot.
Home | Schlafer Auto Body - Lannon, Wisconsin

[Daox]

This one is still listed and he says price is negotiable now. I think I'm gonna take a look at it. Again, any tips on what to look for?

Originally Posted by Daox

This one has crept into my radar. I had removed Civic hybrids because I didn't want any hassles with the batteries. But, the price is attractive and miles are low... Any tips if I go to take a look at it?

2004 Honda Civic Hybrid

119k miles, $2500

[Daox]

Well, no luck on this one. The seller never got back to me.

[freebeard]

That sounded too good to last.

[Daox]

I may give them a call later this week. I was fairly busy this weekend and it wasn't worth pestering them. There really isn't anything good out there right now, and I am looking for something to drive while I fix the Metro or replace the Metro.

[freebeard]

My car is down awaiting diagnosis (it doesn't look good) and repair, too. My option is to go carless.

I read that 63% of the population couldn't cover a $500 car repair or $1000 medical bill. I'm part of the 63%!

[cRiPpLe_rOoStEr]

Originally Posted by Daox

I am looking for something to drive while I fix the Metro

Is a small motorcycle totally out of question?

[Fat Charlie]

Bundle up: Bitter cold settles in across Wisconsin

Some of the coldest weather so far this season is settling across Wisconsin

[Daox]

Haha, yeah last week it hit -5F out. Its not really motorcycle weather yet.

The Jetta just has a few more things to do and the engine goes in. Shortly after that I'd like to start working on the Metro so its done by spring or early summer at the latest.

[Daox]

This one just popped on the CL. Low miles, great price, needs a few things fixed up but nothing that bad IMO. I shot em an email.

Honda Civic 2004 - $1000

The car has been in storage since Sept. 2015 and needs the following service items.
CV Joint clicking noise when front wheels rotate.Driver Side door lock sticks.,Passenger side mirror broken,Front Brakes need adjustment due to storage. Reverse gear occasionally does not engage and requires small amount of forward movement to insure reverse engagement. Ignition switch has been replaced. Note that an Air bag recall notice has been issued for this Honda but will be fixed at no cost by Honda.