it is time...

[chhotii]

Apparently the exhaust system on the VW is on the verge of falling off. We've been given the estimate that it would take $2200 to fix this. Seems like throwing good money after bad, at this point, considering everything...

So, sooner than expected, I am very much in the market for a new car. Parameters: 4-door, preferably hatchback, reliable, good gas mileage (but NOT a Prius, uh-uh, no way).

Opinions (and test drives!) of cars fitting these parameters welcome.

Comments

[lyonesse.livejournal.com]

i liked the specs of the new subaru impreza, and my '96 is still going strong.

[deguspice.livejournal.com]

Unfortunately, "past history is no indication of future performance", but the new Subaru Impreza is one of the cars at the top of Ann's list. We test drove it last week and liked it. If you want an Impreza be prepared for a wait to get the model you want. They're very popular in New England and they "fly off the shelves" at the dealers.

[whitebird.livejournal.com]

Get the one you want in a different state and road trip back...

[quietann.livejournal.com]

I don't think it's quite that bad, as long as you don't care about stuff like color. The dealers' inventory shows they have two of the particular kind I want (hatchback with CVT and lowest level "Premium" trim level, with all-weather package.)

But do not expect to be able to do much negotiating as they are so much in demand!