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Originally Posted by jkoebel
Jim B., trust me, I've thought of that -- and if I wasn't planning on changing my usage habits, I'd totally keep it. But, my future has more of an SUV feel to it so I have to go with that. (Skiing, biking, camping, etc.)
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How about a new Subaru Outback? I just got a new one and it's awesome, and set up for exactly those kinds of things you like. Plus the new ones are really comfortable, luxurious and reliable.
Just avoid the LL Bean ones that have the fancy leather, moonroof, SATNAV, wood trim and things that can bump the price way over $30,000 -$32,000
With a factory rebate of $1500 and zero percent interest loan the dealers give, as new cars are not moving, it could work. It just did for me.
I bought this one with the all weather package and automatic for $21,750
20 mpg city, 26 mpg highway, on regular. Full time awd too for snow and mud
All the SUV benefits but with high gas mileage AND reliability
Plus they are considered big and safe now. Lots of factory and dealer roof rack options for kayaks, skiis, bicycles etc. are available too
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