Tuesday, October 26, 2004

Car Choices

Honda Accord, Hyundai Sonata, and a Scion xB: Each of these cars is on my short list for the new vehicle. While I would love to have a new/used Audi A6, let's be honest folks, I'm just a lowly teacher trying to support a family of two. But we can dream, can't we?

My buddy Larry is checking out new cars now, too. He's pushing the Toyota Corolla over the Honda, but frankly, I'm not sold on the idea. Anyone know somethings about these cars?

2 comments:

Matthew said...

The Hyundai tend to give you more car for your money simply because they don't have much of a track record yet. I have heard mixed reviews on their cars being maintenance wonders and nightmeres. Hondas are always a safe bet, but so are Toyotas at that point. Also you mock the Audi or BMW, but if you look used those things last forever with very few repairs. I have had my BMW for 2+ years with 140,000 miles and one trip to the repair shop for a cracked hose. So make sure you take in account maintenance into your equation.

Chris said...

I still think you should consider the Honda Civic Hybrid. Take it for a test drive and then tell me you don't love that thing. In general, stick with a Honda Civic or Accord, or from Toyota, the Corolla or Camry. Both excellent cars makers and strong choices.

The xB just looks stupid, but that's my personal opinion.