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LChoy · 08-11-2015, 09:49 AM

Hi CP

I know there were long previous threads about this topic, so if there is one that is currently, I can move it there

Anyways, we are finally looking to buy our first vehicle.
We were thinking of something like a Honda CRV 4WD LX, Subaru Forester CVT 2.5i, Nissan Rouge FWD SV, Hyundai Sante Fe Sport AWD 2.4L. Also consider the equivalent classes for Toyota (RAV4), Kia, Mazda, and Ford.

Basically, a small to mid size SUV, All wheel/4 wheel drive

I know there are many car experts and those in the business (Pylon comes to mind) on CP. If you are interested in sharing advice for a first time car buyer (what to look for, how to negotiate, warranties..etc)

I have done some reading on the whole finance vs buying, terms (84 months seem crazy long). However, there are considerations like what we really need in a vehicle, or how to navigate the different level of trims (packages) available for each car.

This will be our only vehicle, and at least one of us will be driving to work daily with it. I know in my parents generation, they just buy the car, and drive it until it breaks down. Now, there are so many other variations such as trade in, and keeping vehicle value.

Ultimately, I hope to be able to narrow my list down to a max of 5, so I can test drive them and really pick the best vehicle for us.

Thanks in advance,

LChoy

08-11-2015, 09:49 AM	#1
LChoy First Line Centre Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Toronto Exp:	Advice for first time car buyer? Hi CP I know there were long previous threads about this topic, so if there is one that is currently, I can move it there Anyways, we are finally looking to buy our first vehicle. We were thinking of something like a Honda CRV 4WD LX, Subaru Forester CVT 2.5i, Nissan Rouge FWD SV, Hyundai Sante Fe Sport AWD 2.4L. Also consider the equivalent classes for Toyota (RAV4), Kia, Mazda, and Ford. Basically, a small to mid size SUV, All wheel/4 wheel drive I know there are many car experts and those in the business (Pylon comes to mind) on CP. If you are interested in sharing advice for a first time car buyer (what to look for, how to negotiate, warranties..etc) I have done some reading on the whole finance vs buying, terms (84 months seem crazy long). However, there are considerations like what we really need in a vehicle, or how to navigate the different level of trims (packages) available for each car. This will be our only vehicle, and at least one of us will be driving to work daily with it. I know in my parents generation, they just buy the car, and drive it until it breaks down. Now, there are so many other variations such as trade in, and keeping vehicle value. Ultimately, I hope to be able to narrow my list down to a max of 5, so I can test drive them and really pick the best vehicle for us. Thanks in advance, LChoy __________________