From earlier posts about my Ford F150, I am thinking about trading in my (or selling) my Ford truck and looking for something new. I'm not exactly sure what I want, but it would be great if I could manage to get a new car, with double the gas mileage of the Ford F150, and spay less per month than I do with my Ford truck, even with a payment. I probably butchered the explanation of what I want, but it's late and it's not all that important. There are some cars that fit my criteria. Unfortunately, one of those is not the Toyota Prius.
After years of scoffing at the Toyota Prius, I have come to appreciate them. I don't really like their look, but they are growing on me. I do love the Toyota Prius MPG, which would be very welcome after a decade of 16 or 17 MPG. I also enjoy how quiet the Prius is. Have you ever been inside of one? I think everyone, during the first ride inside of one, asks, "Did it just shut off?" the first time it stops at a stop sign.
But alas, I really don't like to spend a ton of money on cars, so the Toyota Prius is out, even with the vaunted Toyota Prius MPG. I'll keep looking around for something to replace my sweet Ford truck. As loud and gas guzzling as it is, it's still my baby. Problem is, I have a real baby on the way, which will make #2 for my me and my wife. The Ford F150 just won't fit me and the kids.
Any ideas on reliable and cheap cars available?
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Friday, October 21, 2011
Thursday, October 20, 2011
My Ford F150 and Looking For Used Cars on Edmunds
So like I mentioned yesterday, I am in the brainstorming process of what to do with my 2001 Ford F150. It was my first new car to buy on my own. Actually my first car period. It was bright red and had less than 500 miles on it. It now is dull red and has 170,000 miles on it. It still runs pretty well but isn't long for this world I'm afraid. So I want to make sure I trade it in before it gets too late.
As an aside, when I went to buy my truck in 2001, I was certain I wanted a Chevy. For some reason, when I was in college, a Chevy was the cool thing to have. But I eventually went with the Ford F150, and I am very glad I did. The truck has served me well.
I went on Edmunds today and looked for used cars that might fit what I'm looking for. There are several in my area that could get me to the less than $10,000 I'm in need of. My biggest problem is that I'm always leery of used cars. I realized used cars give you the best value and stuff, but after 6 or 7 years of having to pay out of pocket for repairs, a nice warranty on a nice new car would be a breath of fresh air. I'll keep checking Edmunds to see if I find some used cars I like.
What has been your experience with using Edmunds? I've never used them. Anybody who wants to talk me into a Chevy? I hate to get rid of my Ford F150, but it's getting to be about that time.
As an aside, when I went to buy my truck in 2001, I was certain I wanted a Chevy. For some reason, when I was in college, a Chevy was the cool thing to have. But I eventually went with the Ford F150, and I am very glad I did. The truck has served me well.
I went on Edmunds today and looked for used cars that might fit what I'm looking for. There are several in my area that could get me to the less than $10,000 I'm in need of. My biggest problem is that I'm always leery of used cars. I realized used cars give you the best value and stuff, but after 6 or 7 years of having to pay out of pocket for repairs, a nice warranty on a nice new car would be a breath of fresh air. I'll keep checking Edmunds to see if I find some used cars I like.
What has been your experience with using Edmunds? I've never used them. Anybody who wants to talk me into a Chevy? I hate to get rid of my Ford F150, but it's getting to be about that time.
Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Trade In Value of a Ford F150
I have a 2001 Ford F150 with about 175,000 miles. It has never had any major damage and runs pretty well. But it is getting close to its last legs, if it's not already on them. Plus I have a second child on the way, and since the truck is just a regular cab, I'm going to have to get rid of it and get a car.
I rather enjoy going the last several years without a car payment so the thought of purchasing a new car doesn't exactly appeal to me. However, since my truck does not get great gas mileage - 16 or 17 mpg - there are ways that I can get a new car and save money each month. If I could find a way to get a car for less than $10,000, but double up on the gas mileage, I can actually spend less money per month, PLUS have a car that is under warranty.
Someone at work told me about the Ford Fiesta. I don't know much about them, but after taking a look at them, a Ford Fiesta might be what I'm looking for. They start around $13,000 for a standard, so if I could get a good trade in value for my pickup I might get under the $10,000 mark. The Kelley Blue Book trade in value for my truck is about $1,500-$2,000, but I have heard that I could maybe get $3,000 for it.
Has anyone had any experiences, good or bad, with the Ford Fiesta? What do you think the trade in value for a Ford F150 like mine could get? Do you think Kelley Blue Book is off or just about right?
I rather enjoy going the last several years without a car payment so the thought of purchasing a new car doesn't exactly appeal to me. However, since my truck does not get great gas mileage - 16 or 17 mpg - there are ways that I can get a new car and save money each month. If I could find a way to get a car for less than $10,000, but double up on the gas mileage, I can actually spend less money per month, PLUS have a car that is under warranty.
Someone at work told me about the Ford Fiesta. I don't know much about them, but after taking a look at them, a Ford Fiesta might be what I'm looking for. They start around $13,000 for a standard, so if I could get a good trade in value for my pickup I might get under the $10,000 mark. The Kelley Blue Book trade in value for my truck is about $1,500-$2,000, but I have heard that I could maybe get $3,000 for it.
Has anyone had any experiences, good or bad, with the Ford Fiesta? What do you think the trade in value for a Ford F150 like mine could get? Do you think Kelley Blue Book is off or just about right?
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