What car for my brother?

David S. Wallens wrote: if anyone is interested in a five-speed Altima, let me know.

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kia forte? I can recommend this car to anyone. zero problems here with 50k done in a little less than two years. pretty comfy, has a better engine than the soul, all the new ones have six speeds, manual or auto, bluetooth, sat radio, tranny is pretty good but the clutch takes some getting used to. pretty fun to drive over all. I love mine.

bravenrace wrote:

lnlds wrote: 2006+ tsx

Those are very nice cars to be in. But I think it's time he takes another look at domestic offerings, like the Fusion, Cruze, Focus, Taurus, Malibu.

That would be my vote - particularly in the wagon / 6SM configuration - but if you can even find one, it will be over $20k.

In reply to rotard:

I think Nissan went 100% CVT.

GTI

Suzuki Kizashi

Hyundai Elantra Touring SE

Brett_Murphy wrote: In reply to rotard: I think Nissan went 100% CVT.

I testdrove a 2006 Sedan with a 6 speed manual in late 2008. I just checked on the website, and the Altima is still available with a 6 speed. The Maxima, however, did go to CVT only.

4cylndrfury wrote:

David S. Wallens wrote: if anyone is interested in a five-speed Altima, let me know.

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You know, someone has already asked about the Altima. Hmmm, maybe it's still worth something.

Thanks for the advice, too. Keep it coming.

2005 Volvo V50 T5 2.5L 2.5L Turbo 6 Speed Manual Wagon CD AWD Power Moonroof 4-Wheel ABS A/C

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2-5L-Turbo-6-Speed-Manual-Wagon-CD-AWD-Power-Moonroof-4-Wheel-ABS-A-C-/330659282733?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item4cfcd43f2d

In reply to rotard:

Good to know. I'll have to visit the configurator to see if they gimp your engine choices like they do in the Mazda6.

Mazda 3 or Ford Fusion.

But I laugh at the no trouble in xxxxx miles comments, any modern car should go well past 100k without a problem.

Javelin wrote: New Fiesta hatch w/ Stick

Second that. Amazing car.

GTO?

Forte5?

Tell him to be comfortable, rest, relax, and dial down the stress in life.

Ex-rental car for sure.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/LS-Ethanol-FFV-4-6L-CD-Rear-Wheel-Drive-Air-Suspension-Power-Steering-A-C-ABS-/180774963445?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item2a170708f5

If not for the stick-shift requirement I'd suggest the Prius.

Then he'd have the same vehicles I do.

Do you like your Brother? This could make a real difference on our choices. Chevy Cruze RS = 100,000 mile powertrain warranty and 38ish MPG.

z31maniac wrote: Mazda 3 or Ford Fusion. But I laugh at the no trouble in xxxxx miles comments, any modern car should go well past 100k without a problem.

I would agree but it should be worth noting. Just as I would mention if something had gone wrong.

Ive got probably 120,000 miles between 3 Fusions. (2) 2008 and a 2010 with between 0 and 50,000 miles. No issues with any of them and haven't heard of any co-workers with problems. This is a sample size of about 10 people all with the same cars.