Looking for an SUV

Isamu · 12-20-2013, 10:22 PM

all I know is my 600$ blazer would whoop anything this kid is looking for..

b15 · 12-21-2013, 06:38 AM

I like Toyotas as well, i just wish they had a more sporty character. The Z is my third Nissan and all three have been great.

As for Chrysler products, I've driven various models over the past year (200, 300, GC, Durango) and they were mediocre. All were 2013s and optioned up. The interiors have come a long way but they don't drive/feel as good as they look on paper. The uconnect infotainment system has graphics/resolution that look like a super ninetendo game. Quality and reliability aren't exactly bragging points for Chrysler. I've been burned many times before with domestics so there won't be one in my garage for some time to come, however if I had to get one today itd be a Ford (2011 and up).

ImportConvert · 12-26-2013, 11:28 PM

I'm pretty set on the GJC, I think. I am noticing that the SRT8's are about $5K more than the Overland/Limited models with the same year/mileage. I'll see what this year brings, and will mull over which way I want to go. The guy who wrapped my Z06 and 370Z drove an '06 SRT8 GJC, and other than tires, filter, oil, he drove it 160K+ miles with no issues or quirks.

mults · 12-27-2013, 07:56 AM

I've been reading this thread and have noticed that no one has mentioned a Hyundai Santa Fe (please don't laugh). I've had mine for over 10 years and have had almost no issues with it thanks to the 10/100000 warranty. Mine is an 03 with about 107000 miles and I have taken it off-road in some of the same conditions as the OP stated he wants to use his on. It performs pretty well in snow, sand, water and gets decent MPG, is comfortable on-road and I would get another one in a heartbeat.

Just my $.02 to help get the thread back on subject.

ImportConvert · 12-28-2013, 04:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mults

I've been reading this thread and have noticed that no one has mentioned a Hyundai Santa Fe (please don't laugh). I've had mine for over 10 years and have had almost no issues with it thanks to the 10/100000 warranty. Mine is an 03 with about 107000 miles and I have taken it off-road in some of the same conditions as the OP stated he wants to use his on. It performs pretty well in snow, sand, water and gets decent MPG, is comfortable on-road and I would get another one in a heartbeat.

Just my $.02 to help get the thread back on subject.

Interesting suggestion and looks good on paper. It's just not the style I'm looking for. I want sortof a "boxy" types SUV. All of the one's I have gravitated toward seem to share that trait.

exsanity · 12-28-2013, 04:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mults

I've been reading this thread and have noticed that no one has mentioned a Hyundai Santa Fe (please don't laugh). I've had mine for over 10 years and have had almost no issues with it thanks to the 10/100000 warranty. Mine is an 03 with about 107000 miles and I have taken it off-road in some of the same conditions as the OP stated he wants to use his on. It performs pretty well in snow, sand, water and gets decent MPG, is comfortable on-road and I would get another one in a heartbeat.

Just my $.02 to help get the thread back on subject.

My mom has an '01 Santa Fe, granted, she doesn't drive it through rough terrain, but it is an outstanding vehicle. I've been known to take it out for spirited romps in the snow from time to time.

ImportConvert · 02-20-2014, 08:41 PM

And done! 370Z is history!

12-21-2013, 06:38 AM	#2 (permalink)
b15 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,229 Drives: 4drz Rep Power: 36573	I like Toyotas as well, i just wish they had a more sporty character. The Z is my third Nissan and all three have been great. As for Chrysler products, I've driven various models over the past year (200, 300, GC, Durango) and they were mediocre. All were 2013s and optioned up. The interiors have come a long way but they don't drive/feel as good as they look on paper. The uconnect infotainment system has graphics/resolution that look like a super ninetendo game. Quality and reliability aren't exactly bragging points for Chrysler. I've been burned many times before with domestics so there won't be one in my garage for some time to come, however if I had to get one today itd be a Ford (2011 and up). Last edited by b15; 12-21-2013 at 06:42 AM.

12-27-2013, 07:56 AM	#4 (permalink)
mults A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Cleveland, OH Age: 71 Posts: 1,830 Drives: 2010 (40th) #706 Rep Power: 16887	I've been reading this thread and have noticed that no one has mentioned a Hyundai Santa Fe (please don't laugh). I've had mine for over 10 years and have had almost no issues with it thanks to the 10/100000 warranty. Mine is an 03 with about 107000 miles and I have taken it off-road in some of the same conditions as the OP stated he wants to use his on. It performs pretty well in snow, sand, water and gets decent MPG, is comfortable on-road and I would get another one in a heartbeat. Just my $.02 to help get the thread back on subject. __________________ 40th Anniversary 'Z', 312.06HP/260.58TQ (Dynosty EcuTek Tune) Build Date/Number: 1/27/2010 #706 Berk HFC + CBE, R2C CAI, Clear Bra, Cleveland Z Club[/COLOR]

02-20-2014, 08:41 PM	#7 (permalink)
ImportConvert A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SWMO Posts: 4,454 Drives: 2019 CX5 GT Reserve Rep Power: 7628	And done! 370Z is history! Last edited by ImportConvert; 03-04-2014 at 12:31 AM.

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12-26-2013, 11:28 PM	#3 (permalink)
ImportConvert A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SWMO Posts: 4,454 Drives: 2019 CX5 GT Reserve Rep Power: 7628	I'm pretty set on the GJC, I think. I am noticing that the SRT8's are about $5K more than the Overland/Limited models with the same year/mileage. I'll see what this year brings, and will mull over which way I want to go. The guy who wrapped my Z06 and 370Z drove an '06 SRT8 GJC, and other than tires, filter, oil, he drove it 160K+ miles with no issues or quirks.