The awesome thing about diesel jettas is that you can run them off biodiesel. Brewers are the ones that know their REAL value.
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The awesome thing about diesel jettas is that you can run them off biodiesel. Brewers are the ones that know their REAL value.
If it's stick-shift and on the original clutch.....it's not long before you'll need a new clutch. And with those miles, don't expect more then 2-3 years before it's time to either junk it or replace the engine. The price is very reasonable, but you're buying a car that is 75%-80% through it's useful life. Expect potential nickel & diming: brakes, radiator, starter, alternator, thermostat, tires and other assorted problems. But hey; YOU GET WHAT YOU PAY FOR.
As used cars go, the Camry's are pretty tight. Go check it out, the car may be in pretty good shape and they're just selling it to make room for a new car....OR the car is having or has had problems and they're unloading their problems on....uh....YOU
As used cars go, the Camry's are pretty tight. Go check it out, the car may be in pretty good shape and they're just selling it to make room for a new car....OR the car is having or has had problems and they're unloading their problems on....uh....YOU
I saw the car. It's automatic and drives well. I checked the fluid, lights, interior, exterior...all in great shape (slight rust but you can barely see it). The couple that is selling it is VERY nice and I can tell they are honest. They said they don't need 3 cars and they only have a 2 car garage. Timing belt was done at 90,000 miles and they have all the records for oil changes, etc. I think it needs new tires but they are going to check on that today and get back to me. Also, the brakes need to be done.
All it needs now is a cd/mp3 player so I guess I will have to pay to get my stereo and speakers in there if I end up buying this car.
All it needs now is a cd/mp3 player so I guess I will have to pay to get my stereo and speakers in there if I end up buying this car.
Hell, for 1250, they have all the records etc. it sounds like you are getting a really good deal. From what I see, you could easily drive it for another 100,000 miles without much trouble. Tires, $4-500. Replacing the brake pads, next to nothing if u know someone who can do it. Sounds like a great deal. Let us know how it works out!
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all I know is if you want a good car that will last get a toyota or honda
I'm driving a 91 toyota camry with 481,000 km on it, had a used tranny put in after about 350,000km, still has original engine and such... runs great, even with summer oil in at -20C
Do canadians have exactly the same cars we do in the US?
$4000 off sticker is really not great for a slow selling old design (2002) SUV. I have seen ads for new 2008 Chevrolet Silverado pickups for $11,995 (about $10,000 off MSRP).
If you like your Cobalt, you might want to look at the HHR, which is basically a wagon version of the Cobalt with "retro" styling.
Although fuel is under $2/gallon now, remember to consider how volatile fuel prices are, especially over the course of several years over which you may own the vehicle.
If it needs new tires, you can check prices on (add shipping and installation) and other sites.
You can call Toyota dealers and Toyota specialist independent mechanics in your area for how much it costs to replace the brake pads and rotors.
$1250 with full records sounds like a good deal, though. You may want to pay a Toyota dealer or Toyota specialist independent mechanic to give it an inspection to make sure that it does not have hidden problems (which the sellers may not be aware of).
Remember that aftermarket stereos tend to attract thieves. Unfortunately, there are not very many that have the non-flashy OEM look, as opposed to the flashy look that tends to attract thieves.
Many are the same, but there are differences in regulatory items (e.g. odometer in km, bumper differences) and standard or optional equipment (e.g. air conditioning may be optional in Canada and standard in the US). Some models may be offered in only one of the two countries (e.g. Canada got the earlier generation Smart ForTwo, Toyota Echo hatchback, and Volkwagen City Golf and City Jetta).
And new car prices can be much cheaper in one country than the other due to fluctuating exchange rates.
Mexico is much more different in terms of car models offered. The occasional cars that I see with plates of Mexican states tend to be models not sold in the US or Canada.
If you are curious, you can look for web sites of car companies in various countries. For example, for Ford cars:
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