What suv to get? - Page 2

turbotalon1g · 04-26-2012

What about a ford flex or lincoln version?

**Goat Blower** · 04-26-2012

If you can find an SRT-8, that would be cool. Other than that and the newest body style, Jeeps are kinda cheapo feeling when you've got that much to spend.

slammedndirty · 04-26-2012

jeep commander or a grand cherokee.

**CornFed2.4** · 04-26-2012

http://albany.craigslist.org/cto/2944511886.html

I found this one its a little far but looks awesome!

The flex reminds me to much of an xB. I did get to drive an Edge and that thing had every option and it was brand new. I liked it alot but Im not spending that much.

**JET** · 04-26-2012

Another vote for tahoe/denali. We have a denali XL also and the thing is pretty awesome. My wife daily drives it in to the cities and doesn't have any issues. Gas mileage isn't great, 15-16 but the tahoe or yukon is better as it has a little smaller engine and no AWD.

I know a guy that has a SRT8 and I wouldn't recommend that. The ride is very harsh, TB SS is much better for a daily driver.

Constant_Project21 · 04-26-2012

I love me some SRT-8 Jeeps. Otherwise, Dan Carey at MAP would prob sell you his TB SS

**CornFed2.4** · 04-26-2012

Poll added. I do like the Denali, seems the most practical but it would be hard to pass up on the 8 or SS if they were all in the same 20-24k price range.

Jet with the SRT-8, was the ride his only complaint? Hows the reliablility?

1999Gst · 04-26-2012

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Originally Posted by 2Point3TSi

Definitely a jeep. It's all I have ever had when I was up north. Love the 4wd system.

Had a 2003 jeep grand cherokke V8, no problems for 3 years 16mpg average and plenty of hp and torqe over my dads 2002 tahoe, and never got stuck, but the jeep or trialblazer are alot smaller than the tahoes and yukons, ive had both. i would look into a Infinti FX35/45 or nissan murano, Drive soo smooth and 20 mpg with the 3.5(250-290) motor and there roomy. go drive one and text me and tell me what you think

**CornFed2.4** · 04-27-2012

My cousin is the service tech manager at Brooklyn park Nissan and has advised me to stay away from them. Lol

1999Gst · 04-27-2012

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Originally Posted by CornFed2.4

My cousin is the service tech manager at Brooklyn park Nissan and has advised me to stay away from them. Lol

Why , my maxima 2002 (222,000) miles runs like its brand new 3.5, only problem i heard was the coil packs

**asshanson** · 04-27-2012

I thought the Infiniti FX35 was a good choice when we were looking at SUVs but after a test drive, no thanks. I heard ahead of time that visibility wasn't that great, but wow it's pretty horrible.

I voted Denali, it's not too huge and they are nice. Trailblazer would be my 2nd choice.

**Trogdor** · 04-27-2012

We have an SS TB in that price range. Its red 2008 with only 45k miles for 23,999. I'll shoot you a PM with my number. Give me a call.

Edit: Shit, I just got a text back from my used car manager. It was already sold by a different store of ours. Sorry.

**CornFed2.4** · 04-27-2012

That's ok were looking at white black or charcoal.

I'm not sure why he said that about the nissans, but he said if I were to get one just don't buy a newer one 06+. My wife really likes the QX56 so that's when I was asking him about nissans.

I thought the TBSS would be your first choice as you already have a vette. Lol

Sidenote: I don't need pms as to what you have in stock. My uncle has a dealership so more than likely I'll buy through auction. Appreciate the help though I just don't wanna waste anyone's time.

2Point3TSi · 04-27-2012

I have had my jeep 11 years now and outside maintenance no big fixes.

**Goat Blower** · 04-27-2012

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Originally Posted by JET

Another vote for tahoe/denali. We have a denali XL also and the thing is pretty awesome. My wife daily drives it in to the cities and doesn't have any issues. Gas mileage isn't great, 15-16 but the tahoe or yukon is better as it has a little smaller engine and no AWD.

I don't know if it makes any difference, I've got the 5.3 and selectable 2/4wd and I still get 16-17mpg, but the 5.3 makes plenty of power, I don't even know if I'd need the 6.0.

A//// Guy · 04-27-2012

Im not sure whats the point of getting a SS or any other high hp suv, seems pointless to me. Keep the fun car high HP.

I would just get something thats reasonable, maybe a honda pilot or if you really need towing power a Tahoe on the high end.

Newer Nissan Pathfinders are pretty nice too and reliable.

**Kracka** · 04-27-2012

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Originally Posted by A//// Guy

Im not sure whats the point of getting a SS or any other high hp suv, seems pointless to me. Keep the fun car high HP.

I would just get something thats reasonable, maybe a honda pilot or if you really need towing power a Tahoe on the high end.

Newer Nissan Pathfinders are pretty nice too and reliable.

Peter has a good point; seems like an easy way to drive up insurance and gas costs...unless you're set on the badass balla status or whatever.

How about one of the Mazda SUV's? I drove the turbo CX-7 and it was kinda fun as far as SUV's go.

awd-drifter · 04-27-2012

How about a 2007 Rav4? My cousin bought an 2007 Rav4. They're not bad. Pretty much a "bigger" Camry. Quite roomy and power is just good enough to go. I don't think they'll do good at all with towing though haha. The 2010 4Runner is pretty cool but like any other SUV, blind spots suck but very very roomy.

**Kracka** · 04-27-2012

Here's another idea: Kia Sorento

Sure, it doesn't come with the bling factor, but they're cheap, reliable, have a long-ass warranty, and they're honestly not too bad. I know a girl and a coworker of mine with them and they're surprisingly roomy inside with plenty of cargo space and decently equipped even base model.

tpunx99GSX · 04-27-2012

maybe look at a Cadillac Escalade. DO IT.