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11-15-2011, 10:44 AM | #1 |
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Winter Vehicle Choices
I've bounced around the idea of buying a winter vehicle and storing my e92 in the winter. I thought storage space would be an issue but have recently solved that problem. My budget is $6000-$8000 and I need something reasonably reliable (i have a 3.5 km commute daily) and 4x4 is a must (otherwise I would just drive the M).
I'm looking to see if anyone has ownership experience with these vehicles: 1. 1998-2001 Toyota 4Runner - preferably manual transmission, no sunroof 2. 2001-2005 Jeep Cherokee/Grand Cherokee - Manual 3. 2001-2003 Nissan Pathfinder Also, if anyone has any other suggestions I would welcome their opinions. Thanks |
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Put that money towards a good set of snow tires and rims for your M3 and call it a day.
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11-15-2011, 11:37 AM | #4 |
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Already have a great set but thank you. The rationale goes beyond my concern for winter weather (i drove a mustang through 3 winters before FI'ing it). The second vehicle would reduce cosmetic damage (they use gravel on the roads here instead of salt), while also providing a great ski vehicle that can be taken into the BC backcountry.
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I have a 2002 pathfinder. That thing is awesome in the snow! Put it in 4 wheel an just drive off like a boss no real clearance issues as its pretty high up and it has enough power to get you out of sticky situations
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A little out of your price range, but I have a 2007 Mazda CX-7. I have the sport version, so it's AWD and it's got a turbo 4 cyl in it. It's goot on storage space, I can fit my big dog in the back and plenty more, and it's AWD so it's good to go in pretty much anything. With the turbo, it's got a nice little kick to it when you hit the gas too!
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11-15-2011, 12:37 PM | #11 |
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Thanks for the fast responses guys. Going to check out some trucks on Autotrader including the pathfinders.
Templar, I've liked the CX-7 since it came out but you are right as it is out of my price range (prob ~$15k). Looking for a cash buy as this isn't the time to be loading on personal debt. I like the idea of the 4runner because there is a strong following online which helps with DIY etc. |
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I think you could find a decent 2001 Jeep Cherokee for around four grand. They will go anywhere and the inline 6 runs forever. They are great if you don't mind a rusty beater.
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The number of days we get that are so bad that your M3 isn't going to be driveable are few and far between. I do agree with you about the gravel and that's why I clear bra'd all our vehicles. |
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Renting a SUV is approx. $250 per weekend and if I get out 12 weekends we are looking at $3000. Two years of use and the 4runner/Pathfinder etc is paid for. The insurance would be null because I would remove coverage, save for fire/theft, from the M3 because it would be parked in a garage. Where did you get your clear bra done? |
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We have a first gen Crv equipped with a good set of winters. That thing is unstoppable as a winter vehicle and with Honda reliability to boot, running costs are very reasonable.
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i also want one of those jeep wranglers but the crv is probably a better daily. |
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Jeep TJ or newer. Practical, bullet proof vehicle. A soft top doubles as a convertible on warm days next summer; also doubles a truck for home renovation tasks. Its a bit crude for 5 months driving, but will make you appreciate your M3 next summer.
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Rogers pass can be a bitch at the best of times. I wasn't all that comfortable cruising through last winter in the X5 with a proper winter set up....lol. FYI, Sunshine opened today so all the hills are good to go, with Louise having, by far, the best snow at the moment. |
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