Do you own a car?

Started by Sirfetch’d May 9th, 2018 6:39 AM
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tokyodrift

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Just recently got a new 2017 Chevy Sonic. It’s a pretty nice car, especially for being under $20k.

donavannj

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2011 Ford Fusion is what I have. It works and so far I haven't had much in the way of issues that affect driving, but I'm sure I'll encounter more as it gets older. My biggest issues so far were the power connector for the air conditioning melting the first summer I had it (2015) and the front passenger side control arm likely having a pinhole in the sleeve, causing the lubrication to leak and it to make a rhythmic thumping noise when it's above a certain temperature outside after extended driving (that the dealer tightened to factory spec to try to resolve that then caused me to be unable to steer so the dealer loosened it and the problem came right back, so there's probably not much that can be reasonably done to fix that).

This reminds me that I should check my fluid levels soon.
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2016 Jeep patriot that we share :>

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i do not, as i don't even have my license. (i also don't have my permit). driving gives me anxiety.

Cherrim

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Nope. I finally have a high enough graduated license that I can drive on my own, but there's no way I can afford a car anytime soon. I'd be content with an old one, so it's not the upfront price I worry about, but gas is so expensive and UGH insurance prices? Can't do it. :(

Luckily I live in areas with decent public transit so I don't really need a car anytime soon.


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gimmepie

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I do but it's dead now and I can't drive it legally right now anyway. Yay!
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Kyrul

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Age 30
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I'm in the market for a new car too, I bet my current cars qualify for senior citizen discounts. '06 GMC Sierra regular cab and a '98 Pontiac Bonneville. The Bonneville was my first car and it's still running strong, I've had it for almost 10 years now. I'm probably going to sell it here soon and buy a 2018 Honda Civic. It would be nice to own a car made in the last decade.
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I have a 2003 Ford Focus. Still runs absolutely perfect, since the previous owner took decent care of it and I take good care of it. The only "big" maintenance that I had to do for it so far is that I had to replace the tires, but that's more because of the terrible roads I take to work rather than any problems with the car.

I will admit that I didn't drive the Focus for seven years while I struggled with anxiety to get my license. But even then, the only problem was the battery because I didn't drive it. Once I took it out more often, no problems.

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mikey

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I have a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. I love it. It was my first 'adult' purchase. I worked really hard for it, so that makes it even more awesome to me :3

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TiredTomboy

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Georgia, USA
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2011 Ford Fusion is what I have. It works and so far I haven't had much in the way of issues that affect driving, but I'm sure I'll encounter more as it gets older. My biggest issues so far were the power connector for the air conditioning melting the first summer I had it (2015) and the front passenger side control arm likely having a pinhole in the sleeve, causing the lubrication to leak and it to make a rhythmic thumping noise when it's above a certain temperature outside after extended driving (that the dealer tightened to factory spec to try to resolve that then caused me to be unable to steer so the dealer loosened it and the problem came right back, so there's probably not much that can be reasonably done to fix that).

This reminds me that I should check my fluid levels soon.
I've got a 2008 Ford Fusion with similar issues, RIP. The windshield wiper fluid is what doesn't work at all though, there's zero pressure in the system so it just sort of trickles when you press the fluid button. Grody.

Also it had some serious issues with the power steering which was pretty scary.

Hoping my next vehicle is a truck tbh. I like driving them more anyway.

donavannj

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I've got a 2008 Ford Fusion with similar issues, RIP. The windshield wiper fluid is what doesn't work at all though, there's zero pressure in the system so it just sort of trickles when you press the fluid button. Grody.

Also it had some serious issues with the power steering which was pretty scary.

Hoping my next vehicle is a truck tbh. I like driving them more anyway.
Your motors for sprayers might be dead.

With the power steering, I think there was a recall for that in the last couple of years, but your car would only be affected if a warning flashed on your dash about it shutting off. Mine so far has, fortunately, not had that issue. There's been a number of recalls for various things on our generation of Fusions, but I'd rather have an excess of those over the car's life than be unknowingly driving a car that had many fatal accidents caused by incidents the manufacturer covered up (like the GM ignition problem and the Takata airbag recall).

I'm personally not a fan of trucks. Driving one solo or even with just 2 people feels like a waste of gas no matter how fuel efficient it is, unless the back is filled with things or people.
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Holy muk where do you guys get your money from? 1997 Toyota Rav4 here.

donavannj

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Holy muk where do you guys get your money from? 1997 Toyota Rav4 here.
Having good enough credit to get car loans and making enough money to make the payments and pay for full coverage insurance, really.
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professor plum

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I have a grey 2017 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid.

I love it.

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2012 chevrolet impala.... it's been a decent car, only problem i've had with it is i think a year or so after i bought it, the little part that controls the airflow in the car (like if you want it recycled or not) stopped working and as a result it was making a horrendous loud knocking noise randomly while driving. got it fixed though.

recently, it's been okay. i've noticed rides have been kind of shaky, though? i'm thinking it's either an issue with my tires wearing out or my steering alignment being messed up. i'm getting it inspected soon because where i live demands it, so if something's wrong, i'll find out. i've driven across the country with this thing, and i plan on driving it into the ground.
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TiredTomboy

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Georgia, USA
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Holy muk where do you guys get your money from? 1997 Toyota Rav4 here.
Delayed response but parents. I'm paying them back for it a little every month though (so like they bought it full price, but are giving me time to pay it off).

My parents aren't loaded or anything, just have a lot of connections for cheaper prices because small town politics. Can't complain too much lol.


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A 2001 Ford Ranger XLT (: Good old buddy that never fails me. Had it for around 3 years i believe. Hasn't hiccuped except for one time, and that was my doing. With the leftover money from uni my dad and I decided to go hunting for cheap trucks and we ended up finding this used ranger hours away for 3k.

moon

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I don't own a car because I live 17 minutes on foot from work, and it's too expensive to own one what with fuel, repairs, insurance, taxes etc. Not to mention to buy it in the first place.
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Sheep

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Australia
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Wish I could give you car ideas but I don't drive and haven't since I just got my driver's license probably like...five years ago now. My job right now is in a big city where it's near impossible to find parking and when you do, it costs an arm and a leg. Very stupid idea to drive. So I just deal with public transport. :thumbsup:

Ivysaur

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I don't own a car, neither does my mom or, well, anyone in my family, because owning a car in Madrid is insane and a waste of money when you can go anywhere you want in public transport for ~45 a month.

So happy, really. Visiting the US, I'd feel so trapped liing in a suburb where you need a car to do literally anything.