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Various Non-Bald Discussions => Autos,Toys and Hobbies => Topic started by: SLYinKC on April 05, 2008, 07:35:27 PM

Title: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: SLYinKC on April 05, 2008, 07:35:27 PM
Well, after pouring money into my last vehicle (an '04 Buick Rendevouz) I finally decided that it was time to cut my losses and get something new (or at least new to me).

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This is a pic of what I got.  Nothing too expensive and not real real flashy but I am really liking my new wheels.  It's actually an '08 Saturn Aura that I found at a local dealer.  It was used and I saved a ton off of the new price.  I just love red cars.  Last one I had was before I got married and I loved it.  However, my wife hated it and we got rid of it shortly after we got married.   So it almost feels like I have my old car back.  It gets great mileage too, which is a real plus, since I do alot of driving for my job.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: NAVRN on April 05, 2008, 07:52:10 PM
Congrats on the new car. I just got a car too an 03 ford focus SVT. I will be selling my motorcycle that I have been riding full time year round in all weather. I will miss but it will be moving either to NJ or RI at the end of the year. Enjoy the new car.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: jusbnme on April 05, 2008, 08:22:56 PM
Nice ride KC.  I don't know too much when it comes to cars.  I'm not picky either.  As long as I like the way it looks and feel it will hold up I don't care what make it is.  I have been thinking about a Saturn lately.  I've heard from a few people that own them say they hold up well, are cheaper than most other makes, and getting them worked on isn't too expensive.  Is all this true? 
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: SLYinKC on April 05, 2008, 08:28:51 PM
This is my first experience owning a Saturn.  I had heard alot of good things about them.  Actually in the past couple of years, they have remade their whole line of cars.  The Aura was actually the '07 Car of the Year.

I'm not really picky either. I have owned alot of brands and just look for something that I like.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: jusbnme on April 05, 2008, 08:36:56 PM
Yeah, I had heard about the "remake" too.  I've seen some of their newer models and some look totally different.  I've done a few double takes on the road while passing a Saturn lately.  Thinking, "That is a Saturn?" 
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: warhawk on April 05, 2008, 10:22:18 PM
rick:  that's a nice looking vehicle.  hope U continue 2 enjoy it. `Dr!v

WARHAWK O0
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: dieseldan04 on April 06, 2008, 10:07:25 PM
Nice ride KC!  You did well by getting rid of the Buick, the Rendezvous was a real problem model.  Being a Buick salesman, I was real happy when they replaced it with the Enclave.  I have sold quite a few pre-owned Saturns and they really seem to be great cars.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: Mikekoz13 on April 07, 2008, 05:03:30 AM
Nice ride KC......... Congrats!
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: JDog on April 07, 2008, 07:51:57 AM
Rick that is an awesome car mate. My grandfather drove a Saturn for near 10 years before he sold he and he never had an ounce of trouble with it.

You ought to put some 22" rims on that ride.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: PigPen on April 07, 2008, 07:58:41 AM
Sweet ride Rick, I've heard a lot of good things about Saturns as well. Never owned one, but I have seen a few with 200K or more on the clock.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: PianoMan on April 07, 2008, 08:31:30 AM
Great looking ride Rick.  I have a 2003 Saturn L300 and absolutely love it.  I've had no problems at all. 
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: Stu on April 07, 2008, 12:25:11 PM
Keep us updated on your experience.  The new Saturn Vue small SUV is pretty cool looking too, as is the Aura.  What kind of mileage are you getting with the Aura, and is it a V-6 or a 4 cylinder?
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: Tyler on April 07, 2008, 01:28:26 PM
Rick, congrats!  I'll be in the market for a "new" car here pretty soon and the Aura is on the list to look at.
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: herronm on April 07, 2008, 01:33:33 PM
Nice!!
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: SLYinKC on April 07, 2008, 04:12:06 PM
Keep us updated on your experience.  The new Saturn Vue small SUV is pretty cool looking too, as is the Aura.  What kind of mileage are you getting with the Aura, and is it a V-6 or a 4 cylinder?

I have the 3.5 V6 and I got just over 30 on the one highway trip and I'm getting a 25.5 on my last tank that included back and forth to work and taking the kids to baseball practice.  Not bad.  So far it's been a really cool car  (Knock on wood.....).
Title: Re: Finally got some new Wheels
Post by: davetheslyrt on April 13, 2008, 12:07:20 PM
I recently got a 2005 KIA amanti. I tlooks and performs like a friends mercedes s class.  I was amazed that KIA made a luxury car!!! and for the proce it cant be beat,  Leather, auto climate, sunroof, cd changer ahh the good life

davetheslyrt