What Car Should I Buy? - A Weekly Megathread

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Any posts pertaining to car buying suggestions or advice belong in this weekly megathread; do not post car-choosing questions in the main queue. A fresh thread will be posted every Monday and posts auto sorted by new. A few other subreddits worth checking out that will help your car buying experience are /r/WhatCarShouldIBuy, /r/UsedCars and /r/AskCarSales. www.everydaydriver.com may also be helpful.

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For those posting:

Please use the following template in your post.

Location: (Specify your country or region)

Price range: (Minimum-Maximum in your local currency)

Lease or Buy:

New or used:

Type of vehicle: (Truck, Car, Sports Car, Sedan, Crossover, SUV, Racecar, Luxury etc.)

Must haves: (4x4, AWD, Fuel efficient, Navigation, Turbo, V8, V6, Trunk space, Smooth ride, Leather etc.)

Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc):

Intended use: (Daily Driver, Family Car, Weekend Car, Track Toy, Project Car, Work Truck, Off-roading etc.)

Vehicles you've already considered:

Is this your 1st vehicle:

Do you need a Warranty:

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc)

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc )

Additional Notes:

For those providing suggestions: Facts are ideal in this thread, especially when trying to help out a new car buyer. Please help out buyers with sources and reasoning for your suggestions.

For those asking for help, be sure to thank those who take the time to offer you advice (especially those who lead you to a purchase.) A follow up thank you and the knowledge that their advice led to a purchase is a very warm fuzzy feeling.

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BigTimeBorb@reddit

So in my life I've only ever driven boring SUVs, but earlier this year I rented a Nissan Altima and was surprised just how fun it was to drive, but unfortunately could also tell the quality was a bit shit.

What's the higher quality version of the Altima, is it the Camry? And would a Camry be good for someone who's 6'6? something I liked about the Altima was it handled my long legs just as well as a subaru Forester does

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scycron@reddit

If you want a sporty feel in an economy car, I would look more at Honda then Toyota. Civic or Accord. The Accord 2.0T and v6 are pretty nice. I have no idea what you will fit in.

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BigTimeBorb@reddit

ok thanks that's good to know. I've had better experience fitting in Hondas than Toyotas in general, and ya just from a quick google those have a pretty fast 0-60 time

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shesakilllerqueen@reddit

Location:US

Price Range:under $60,000 USD

Buy

New

SUV

Must have: sufficient trunk space(I have 2 dogs.) bench seat. Smooth ride. Quiet interior.

Automatic

Intended use: daily driver. Hiking. Camping.

I’ve considered the 2025 Toyota 4Runner. Toyota RAV4. 2026 Honda Passport. Ford bronco.

I’m looking to upgrade from my Hyundai Venue. I like the boxy car feel but don’t trust Jeep. Tech would be nice but reliability is my #1 concern. Spacious enough to fit 4 adults comfortably.

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DragunnReEx@reddit

2021-23 MDX Type s.

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ExtraSlip3874@reddit

Depending on how much of a rush you are the Honda passport could be an interesting option. Otherwise the bronco would be my pick based on nothing other than I think it's cool.

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scycron@reddit

2020+ Lexus LX 460

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assaultgibbon@reddit

Location: USA

Price range: 15k give or take a few grand

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: Used

Type of vehicle: sports car, coupe, hot hatch

Must haves: I’d really prefer rwd but I’d compromise for something cool enough.

Desired transmission manual

Intended use: Daily Driver

Vehicles you’ve already considered: s550 ecoboost, miata (NC/ND), fb/fc rx7, wrx, focus st, dc2 integra,

Is this your 1st vehicle: no

Do you need a Warranty: no

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: yes

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: no

Additional Notes: Ive owned an nb1 miata in the past and loved it. I currently own a 2013 mazdaspeed3. I love the speed, but i really miss the rawness of the miata. I’m looking to potentially go back to something older as well. My daily commute is like 3 miles round trip so comfort isnt that important. Im looking for smiles per gallon.

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DragunnReEx@reddit

2025 Aston Martin Vantage, 5k give or take, it aint the best bro but i think you’ll like it

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Tigerhawk83@reddit

Hi folks, I'm looking to replace my 2003 Subaru Forester and running into a hell of a challenge finding something I can comfortably drive.

I need a vehicle that is AWD/4WD and can handle rougher mountain trails in Colorado for outdoors access. Ideally, I'd like a hybrid but it's not a deal breaker. My budget is $30-40K USD.

The challenge is that I'm heavily visually impaired in my right eye, so depth perception is a challenge and modern vehicles are huge to me compared to what I'm used to, like a 91 Geo Tracker and 02/3 Forester.

The common suggestions of Subaru Crosstrek/Forester and Toyota RAV4/Corolla Cross are all unwieldy and likely won't work.

The extremely sharp windshield angle of the 2024 RAV4 hybrid prevents me from seeing over the hood comfortably, despite being 6' tall.

The Crosstrek isn't much better because of its low seating position and multi-angle hood. The 2025 Forester has a slight chance of working, but I doubt I'd ever truly feel safe driving it, and the model with a parking camera is outside my budget.

I didn't sit in the 2025 CR-V Hybrid because reviews show it can't handle even simple off-road terrain anymore. I was recommended the Bronco Sport but haven't sat in one yet because of folks complaining about big blind spots in online reviews.

I don't drive much (30ish miles a week on average), but it's extremely disheartening not being able to find anything that works for me so far. Given my hobbies, I need a vehicle. But I won't buy something that makes me unsafe for others and myself.

My ideal would be something close to the size of my 03 Forester with a flat hood, fairly upright windshield, similar off-road capabilities, and a hybrid engine (or good MPG). Does anyone have a suggestion for what else I should try?

Thank you very much for your help and suggestions!

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BigTimeBorb@reddit

what are your thoughts on a Jeep wrangler? looks like it might match your criteria, outside of the good MPG

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scycron@reddit

Ford Maverick with the co-pilot360 assist 2.0 package that's standard on Lariat and Tremor. Unfortunately the hybrid AWD is coming out next year but you can get the gas version now.

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Tigerhawk83@reddit

Thanks, I'll take a look at them.

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RarePossum1312@reddit

I (21f) am looking for my first (used) car on marketplace in the US, I have a pretty tight budget of around 5k. I would like a moderately safe automatic sedan, this would be my daily driver. I’m only 4’11 so I’m trying to figure out what would be best for me. Any recommendations as to what make/model would be great, just looking to be pointed in the right direction. Any tips on what to look out for when buying a used car, how much mileage is too much, would be greatly appreciated aswell. TYIA!

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BigTimeBorb@reddit

like someone else said, 5k is tough right now. Just checked my area though and saw a couple Honda Accords that look fine. For mileage try to stay under 150k, definitely don't go over 200k unless it's a toyota/lexus and it looks really well maintained

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scycron@reddit

$5k is a brutal market to be shopping in right now. The normal advice is to stick to Japanese but as a result they tend to cost a little more. Wild card, see if you can find a Lincoln Town Car or a Mercury Grand Marquis that was well taken care of by an old person

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kiddingaround50@reddit

Honda civic

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tharussianphil@reddit

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Price range: ~$30k. A little wiggle room upwards for the right car.

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: Either

Type of vehicle: Sports car (open to sedan, coupe, hatch, vert, wagon)

Must haves: 5 cylinders or more and RWD or AWD. I already have a fwd 4cyl and don't want another. It needs to fit a 6 foot tall person comfortably, and not have horrible buffeting with the windows down. I'd also like to find one with lower miles within budget (ie 40-60k) so it has been driven enough but not be too close to significantly expensive services like timing.

Desired transmission: This is a weird one, but I would prefer a car that was ONLY made as an automatic. I prefer manual cars generally, but I'd like to split daily driver duties with my current manual project car. But if the car came as a manual 9/10 times I'd probably prefer the manual over the auto. In fact, it would be kind-of cool if I could find a car that came in the USA as auto-only but could be swapped one day to a manual using factory parts, such as an E39 540i Touring.

Intended use: Splitting daily driver duties with my project car (2000 VW Passat FWD 1.8T manual).

Vehicles you've already considered: B8.5 RS5, Maserati Quattroporte / Granturismo (2012+ have the reliable trans?), A super clean E34/E39 530i/540i touring, R129 Merc SL600 (Zonda noises anyone?), Volvo V60 Polestar (6 cyl version), Audi C5 S6 Avant, VW Mk5 R32.

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: No

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: Yes

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: No

Additional Notes: This would be replacing my 2023 BRZ. I like the car but I'm getting kinda bored of it in stock form, and before I start wasting tons of money on wheels, suspension, exhaust, etc, I want to go test drive a few replacement options.

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Schittt@reddit

Maybe an old Jaguar XK/XKR fits the bill? They were only ever made with automatics and v8s, and as a personal anecdote both my old '09 XK and my current '12 XKR have been quite reliable. I got my current XKR with about 36k miles on it for $30.5k before tax and all that jazz and it was in very good condition, and for that you get 510hp and a very nice looking interior and exterior imo. I'm only 5'9", but my brother is a little over 6" and he has no problem fitting in.

The only major downside to me is the infotainment is super dated and they never really updated it through the entire run.

The XKR has a notably stiffer suspension so if peak comfort is important I'd recommend the base XK. Even the older 4.2 equipped base model is plenty quick for any typical daily driving, plus they're much cheaper so you could absolutely go well under $30k while getting a nice example. The XKR though has potentially unrivaled performance for the price point while being wrapped in pseudo Aston looking package.

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tharussianphil@reddit

Jaguar fell off my radar but that's kind of intriguing!

I wonder how much a XFR runs

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Schittt@reddit

I don't blame you, they're not really on anyone's radar at this point. Sadly I can't speak to the XFR since I was searching specifically for 2 doors, all I know is it has the same engine as the XKR.

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DoctorDetrimental@reddit

Perhaps a:

Lexus IS/RC 350

F30 BMW 335i/340i

W205 C400/C450/C43 AMG?

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tharussianphil@reddit

I kinda forgot about lexus. I've driven most of the F sport cars and didn't love them but maybe I should check out an older ISF

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DoctorDetrimental@reddit

Even old IS Fs hold their value extremely well. I'm seeing a bunch of examples with over 100k selling for $30k or more, which is wild for something over 15 years old in some cases. E92 M3s of the same vintage mostly live in the $20ks

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tharussianphil@reddit

The E90 M3 is the reason I'm honestly not interested in any "lesser" 3 series haha. I'd be open to a higher mileage IS F since they're more reliable than the other cars I listed haha

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scycron@reddit

Mercedes W211e55 AMG sedan, they can be manual swapped but only came in auto. If you want to max your budget you could look for a wagon. Little bit on the old side thought.

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tharussianphil@reddit

Those are definitely pretty cool! I wonder how much lower mileage ones run these days

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scycron@reddit

$30k-40k for under 60k miles unfortunately, they are not cheap

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tharussianphil@reddit

For wagons or sedans?

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scycron@reddit

Early year no options sedan low miles is like $28k, later model with designo leather or special options is like $35k. I see a wagon with 130k miles went for ~$38k

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GoldenState15@reddit

Bmw m240i?

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tharussianphil@reddit

Not really that interesting to me tbh, I'd rather wait and buy a F87 M2 further down the line

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GoldenState15@reddit

What about a c6 Vette? 30k gets you a really nice one

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tharussianphil@reddit

Kinda missing my point about manual vs auto tbh. C6 came as a manual, and I'd way rather buy one as a manual than an auto if I know they exist.

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NineAsiansAtSubway@reddit

Would you trade in a 2023 model 3 long range for.a mercedes c43 amg 2025, is this car "upgrade" worth roughly 45 grand? The dealership giving me only $28k for my model 3 with 8.5k miles from 2023

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scycron@reddit

This is financial suicide, just keep the Tesla for like 5 more years. 28k is probably the right value, they depreciate hard. That c43 is also going to also depreciate hard. Rolling one depreciated asset into a new depreciating asset is such a bag idea

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Dourdough@reddit

Location: (Specify your country or region) Ontario, Canada

Price range: (Minimum-Maximum in your local currency) 40-50k tax in.

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: Aiming for new, but will buy vehicles that are demo or under 20,000km on the odometer if the value is there.

Type of vehicle: (Truck, Car, Sports Car, Sedan, Crossover, SUV, Racecar, Luxury etc.)

Must haves: (4x4, AWD, Fuel efficient, Navigation, Turbo, V8, V6, Trunk space, Smooth ride, Leather etc.)

Not hybrid/PHEV/Electric. Needs to be SUV. The engine needs to be responsive so that you can overtake people with confidence.

Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Auto

Intended use: (Daily Driver, Family Car, Weekend Car, Track Toy, Project Car, Work Truck, Off-roading etc.)

Daily driver, family car. It's the only car so it needs to last 20-25,000km per year for at least 5 years without any major issues.

Vehicles you've already considered: 2023/2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee (3.6L), Acura RDX

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: Yes

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: (fluids, alternator, battery, brake pads etc) No

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: (engine and transmission, timing belt/chains, body work, suspension etc ) No

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SlNPUR@reddit

Hey guys, I’ve been looking around for a car to purchase and came across a Ford ST 2010 2.0

I’ve always liked the ST older models, I’m just wondering is it worth the price compared to the year + the milage it has? It’s right within my budget of 5-6k Euros as well. Just wondering if anyone has experience and can advise if it’s worth the price and if this model is reliable, also not sure if this can be answered but maybe? Does it have a hard time starting in winter? It’s cold as heck here!

Thanks in advance for the advice :)

Ford ST

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WaterSommelier01@reddit

bmw420d m asset or mercedes cle 300??? mercedes ambient lights are nuts

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skepticaljesus@reddit

Just bought a brand new 2025 bmw 330i.

Should I do ceramic, ceramic + PPF of the bumpers and hood, or neither?

Relevant data points:

Would ideally like to keep the car for ~10 years
Live in a big city, bumper is gonna bumped and dinged when parallel parking no matter what i do, just the way it works
Was quoted $1150 for an 8 year ceramic, or $2500 for ceramic + ppf

Thoughts?

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WaterSommelier01@reddit

guys i simply have to choose between a Tesla model 3 performance, or a bmw 420d (2024) M

im really indecisive

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scycron@reddit

These are polar opposite cars. Do you want to go fast or do you prefer build quality and an interior that lasts. I personally would pick the bmw.

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WaterSommelier01@reddit

i know, i tried both and the power of the tesla is scary, i think the interiors are maybe too minimalistic but the screen is nuts, and even stupid things like watching netflix with my friends while chilling in the car are worth it

the bmw overall looks better probably

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TeamVegetable7141@reddit

The safety alone is worth not getting in a Tesla.

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WaterSommelier01@reddit

why? funnily enough the insurance on the tesla would cost me like half the price, i think it’s because it’s safe af compared to other cars

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TeamVegetable7141@reddit

They have the most fatalities per mile of any make sold in the US. As for insurance they only care about cost.

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dedboooo0@reddit

but that's only because they attract the most terrible drivers who have no business being in a car with so much torque. especially here in the bay area. they accelerate fucking fast, look at their phone, randomly brake hard after taking eyes off phone, they cut to their exits across multiple lanes because the torque gives them confidence to do it

the car itself is safe. my co-worker has been in four accidents on his tesla(terrible fuckin driver btw half the time on his phone idk why dude is still allowed to be on the road), one of which was a semi rear ending him and he got out without any injuries in all of them.

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fawlty_lawgic@reddit

Screw tesla

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fawlty_lawgic@reddit

fuck tesla

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fawlty_lawgic@reddit

Skipping the template because it's mostly down to two options (maybe a third, but mostly two)

Should I buy:

'25 Corolla GR Premium Plus

'25 IS 350 F Sport (probably RWD, don't need AWD)

Basically the decision is a manual with way less creature comforts, or no manual, but with WAY more creature comforts. I've always just liked hatches in general, and I have two kids so I need to be able to put car-seats in the back. Is the IS 350 really that much less fun though? True it's not a manual, but it is RWD, and in terms of HP it's actually slightly more than the GRC, but slightly less torque. I live in California so don't need AWD, and I don't drive on tracks. This is really for a daily car with maybe occasional trips to the canyon roads for some fun.

For some background, my current car is a WRX. Before that I had a Mazda 3 2.5l in manual, loaded top of the line model at the time. I really loved my mazda3 but I wanted something with more power, so I went up to the WRX. While I do love the way it drives, I find myself missing a lot of the creature comforts of the Mazda, honestly it really felt like a luxury car on the inside and the WRX just really lacks a lot on the interior.

I guess the other option would be an Integra Type S, but I really am not that crazy about the styling, I honestly prefer the look of both the GRC or the IS350 to the ITS. I also think the ITS will be harder to get, and don't know whether I can get it for MSRP. I really don't want to pay dealer mark-up, just on principle I'm opposed to it.

The GRC I can get for MSRP, not sure about the IS350 as I haven't really started shopping around yet. The GRC will also probably hold its value better, not sure how much I care about that though.

Thoughts?

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scycron@reddit

You can get an is350 under msrp, it's an old car and there are tons on the used market. There is not much demand for them new. If you are going to buy new, I would pick the GR Corolla. If you are willing to buy used, is350 is very nice as a sporty luxury car. The is350 is way better if you have bumper to bumper traffic

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fawlty_lawgic@reddit

Thanks for the info. I hadn’t considered used but will look into that.

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ScaredGrapefruit9027@reddit

Location: Alberta, Canada

Price range: Up to 85k CAD

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: New

Type of vehicle: Truck or Car.

Must haves: 4x4 / AWD. Decent Power, Decent Ride quality. Adaptive Cruise Control.

Desired transmission : AUTO

Intended use: Daily Driver. This is my sole vehicle.

Vehicles you've already considered: Currently leaning towards a F-150 Lariat or Tremor. Never owned a car but want to test drive a few. , rip my wifes STI once and a while, but I hate the ride quality. I have no need for a truck, but have always just preferred driving one for various reasons. Wanna test drive a few cars.

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: Yes, included in New.

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: No

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: No

Additional Notes: I trade in every 5 years after powertrain warranty. Not overly concerned on warranty.

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scycron@reddit

Ford Ranger Raptor, Audi RS 3, VW Golf R, BMW M340i xdrive

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thischildslife@reddit

Hi, I want to buy a 2024/2025 Lexus IS 350 F Sport with the F Sport handling package but the local Lexus dealership will not let me custom order the car I want. They said they work on an allocation system and I can't custom order anything.

What are my options?

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scycron@reddit

Toyota for sure does not allow custom builds, I think Lexus is the same way except for bespoke edition cars. Use the Lexus inventory search to see if another dealership has the build you want or search the used market. Basically be prepared to travel to another dealership since they are either unwilling or can't work with you.

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thischildslife@reddit

Lexus told me they DO allow custom orders but it's up to the dealership.

In fact, I've actually just gotten a message from someone at a local place who says they will let me order what I want. I'm skeptical, but he says if I come in and go through the configuration with them they will order it.

It's been very confusing to be told by so many dealerships that they don't want a guaranteed sale.

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BEEPBOPIAMAROBOT@reddit

He is lying to you to get you in the door. Lexus 100%, across the board, with zero exception, will not let you custom order. I promise you that this is the case and anyone who tells you different is misinformed or being intentionally misleading.

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thischildslife@reddit

I called Lexus Customer Service and asked them. They called me back some hours later & said that yes, indeed, dealerships may custom order vehicles for customers but that it was up to the individual dealer & suggested I contact other dealerships in the area.

I called a different dealer some miles from me & explained the situation to them. The guy said, "I understand if you're paying this much for a car you want what you want, we'll let you order it."

I sure hope you're wrong, but I will report back here what happens.

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BEEPBOPIAMAROBOT@reddit

What they will do is enter the specs you want in a dealership trading network. If another dealership ends up with the exact specs you want, they'll try to trade something they have in stock for it, so they can sell it to you.

They're going to tell you this is a custom order, but they won't give you a specific date when you can pick it up. If they do, it'll get bumped because of some CrAzY excuse. They'll kick the can down the road and string you along as long as possible while they try to find the spec you want at another dealership.

If you can find a dealership that is honest with you, and tell you that's what they are doing, and they there's no guarantee when or if they can get it, but they will search far and wide for you to earn your business, go with them. They are honest and deserving of your business.

I really hope you get the car you want. I have been down this road and back twice with Toyota and Lexus, and I'm just trying to save you pain and time. Good luck my friend!

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stoppingdiabetes@reddit

I'm in the same boat and was told that you cannot build to order. Dealerships get allocations and can customize small items but not much. From my search over the past few months, the F sport handling package is only being put on cars with the blackout package, triple beams LEDs, and navi/levinson cars -- these are essentially fully-optioned vehicles. They seem to make a few base F sports, a large amount of minimally optioned, a few moderately optioned, and a large amount of fully optioned cars.

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timmyoseaton@reddit

Location: Salem, OR

Price range: 0-18k USD

Lease or Buy: Finance

New or used: I wish new! But used for pricing.

Type of vehicle: Sedan/Hatchback/Coupe would be fine. Nothing large

Must haves: Bluetooth, Rearview Camera

Desired transmission Manual preferred, learning manual.

Intended use: Daily driver, commuting around 50-60 miles a day.

Vehicles you've already considered: Mazda3, Nissan Sentra, Volkswaggen Jetta (worried about speeds)

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: Preferable but no

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: I do not have the knowledge or tools to do so

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: Definitely not

Additional Notes:

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bullzFromAT@reddit

2015 or later Prius. 2014 or later Mazda 3 or civic

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timmyoseaton@reddit

Would a 2023 Volkswagen Jetta Sport be a good option as well?

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bullzFromAT@reddit

Depends on how many miles it has

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timmyoseaton@reddit

ranging from around 17k-20k, which is definitely a good bit

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bullzFromAT@reddit

Go for it. Try to get SE instead of sport. They have safety features and heated seats standard.

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Arnas_Z@reddit

Location: USA, TX

Price range: 9,000 USD max

Lease or Buy: Buy

New or used: Used

Type of vehicle: Sedan

Must haves: Reliability, decent interior, decent torque available, no coupes (I don't need insurance to kill me)

Desired transmission (auto/manual, etc): Prefer manual, auto works

Intended use: Daily driver

Vehicles you've already considered: (any year) Lexus IS 250, GS350, ES350 - Infiniti G37/G37x/M37 - Acura TL, TSX, ILX - (2014+) Mazda 3, Mazda 6 - (2007+) Honda Accord

Is this your 1st vehicle: Yes

Do you need a Warranty: No

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: Yes

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: No

Additional Notes: Aiming for under 140k mileage.

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KnightZ3R0@reddit

Location: Atlanta, GA, US

Price range: 60-100k

Lease or Buy: Finance

New or used: Prefer Used for better pricing

Type of Vehicle: Atleast 2020+, Prefer 4 doors, Must be sportscar/sportsuv/sporty/etc

Must haves: AWD(Not against a well balanced RWD), Modern safety features and tech withApple Car Play

Desired transmission : Auto

Intended use: Personal, Everday.

Vehicles you’ve already considered and still considering: Aston Martin DBX and Vantage, Porsche Taycan and 718 Cayman, Tesla Model S Plaid, BMW M3/M4/M8, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, Mercedes AMG GT 53(The 4door not the roadster)

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: I would like to have one.

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: Yes

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: Yes

Additional Notes: The cars listed aren't off the table. Looking to buy around March. Hoping something cool comes out by then or some other cool cars drop in price. Just kinda lost or maybe I'm overlooking something, nothing is really tickling my fancy. Didn't really want another Tesla(previously owned a Model Y Performance) but it's feeling like the best option for the money. Also previously owned a GLA 45AMG.

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scycron@reddit

If you actually want AWD, you have completely forgotten about Audi like the RS 3 or the etron gt, of which both are of good value. Wild card choice, Ford ranger raptor

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KnightZ3R0@reddit

I didn't look into the RS3 beacuse, I chose the GLA45 AMG over it when I was shopping back then. Might look more into the etron does it have good range? The reason I end up back at the model s plaid is because of the 300+ range and insane performance for 75k

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KnightZ3R0@reddit

The etron is the same platform as the Taycan no?

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scycron@reddit

Same platform but you get AWD included in the base price and they are significantly cheaper.

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Left_Weekend3946@reddit

Location: Pittsburgh, PA,US

Price range: 30k-60k

Lease or Buy: Buy open to leasing

New or used: Perferably New

Type of vehicle: SUV or Sedain

Must haves: Adaptive Cruise Control,AWD,Android Auto,Leather/Leatherette seats

Desired transmission : Auto

Intended use: Personal, Mostly weekends

Vehicles you've already considered: BMW X3 the new one, 3 series. I'm kind of considering 3 year old BMW with the adaptive cruise control package but a little concerned about maintainence

Is this your 1st vehicle: No

Do you need a Warranty: I would like to have one.

Can you do Minor work on your own vehicle: No

Can you do Major work on your own vehicle: No

Additional Notes:

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scycron@reddit

If you could find a lightly used 2022 Audi RS 3 you would have a blast and not lose all your money in depreciation

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Hvvjvk@reddit

Location: Pennsylvania US

price range: 0-15k USD

Looking to buy

used

type of vehicle: would prefer a Honda or Toyota any body style

must haves: RELIABILITY!!! i would also looove navigation and all wheel drive and good gas milage

auto transmission

intended use is daily driving, road tripping

vehicles I've looked at: R titled, water damaged 2016 honda civic ex-t and a 2014 Toyota rav4 LE

Not my first vehicle, proud owner of a 2008 optima with 201k miles lol

warranty not needed

I can do VERY minor work on my vehicles

other notes: moonroof, android auto/bluetooth, and remote start are big pluses but not needed lol

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bullzFromAT@reddit

2015 or later Prius. 2014 or later Mazda 3 or civic

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CrocCapital@reddit

2010-2012 Acura MDX with ~90k miles

This is my answer if reliability and AWD are the big sellers. It’s not exactly a gas sipper but it’s not awful. An aftermarket Android Auto / Apple Carplay unit could be considered to give you the navigation+media controls you want.

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ILikeTewdles@reddit

Didn't these have Honda's pretty crappy 6 speed auto that eats itself pretty frequently?

OP, I'd go for an older Toyota like the RAV you're looking at. I've had a handful of Honda's and they have not been nearly as reliable as our Toyota's. Specifically their transmissions and some electronics like blower motors and window regulators\motors etc. Suspension too, last Civic we had needed front struts before 80K.

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Hvvjvk@reddit

I think I'm getting blinded by the civics "coolness" it has a lot more fun features than the rav4 lol. This is really good info! Where I live is pothole heaven so I wouldn't try to of course, but it'll be rough on the suspension. The specific one I'm looking at is about $14k all in and has 101k miles, would you still go for it?

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ILikeTewdles@reddit

Yeah, Toyota's are boring but they always just seem to work. We have a 2015 RAV4 that's been excellent. Nothing beyond normal maintenance, oil changes, tires, rear brakes and a battery, that's it.

$14k including taxes etc all in is about right, they book at around $12K.

As with any used car, take it in and pay a Toyota dealer for an inspection before you buy it. You don't want surprises after the fact.

A Civic wouldn't be a bad choice, I'm sure it would run forever too if you take care of it. I just find Toyota's, especially around the age you're looking, to be more solid than Honda's and overall more reliable.

Best of luck!

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