01-09-2017, 07:22 PM | #51 |
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01-09-2017, 07:31 PM | #52 |
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If space is the issue. Minivan. Sorry, but that's the absolute ticket and truth. If you *need* a V8 with space, don't dick around and get a Subruban or Escalade.
We did fine with two little ones and a 325xiT for a long time. No power sucked, but whatever. The Armada was awesome and gave me the best of all worlds to take people, crap and/or tow for the time I needed that. The Odyssey hit that spot with so much more practicality after I no longer had to tow, it wasn't funny. For the big ass stroller, a cargo box on the roof is a great way to do it. The oddest lesson was renting a Chrysler 300 for the four of us to drive to/from Disney World a few years ago. We packed tons of shit in the back, plenty of room in the car for everyone to be comfy, etc. Need 400+ hp? Hellcat, motherfucker.
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01-09-2017, 07:50 PM | #53 |
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01-09-2017, 07:51 PM | #54 |
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Is it still just a rumor? I thought that was confirmed.
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01-09-2017, 08:12 PM | #55 |
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01-09-2017, 08:39 PM | #56 |
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Nothing like a mega cab. Have you been in the back of one of those? It's like a limo. The kids deserve a limo!
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01-10-2017, 07:14 AM | #57 |
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01-10-2017, 07:21 AM | #58 |
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What should I get?
Perhaps I should have said "better" or "more comfortable" rather than just "different". It's what I meant. Sitting on a slightly indented bench that can't adjust for pitch. Feet on floor in front of you. It's pretty similar aside from the ride height and entry/exit. I guess you sit lower in the sedan relative to your knees. But that makes it feel less like sitting on top of the seat and more like sitting in it. I dunno. I'm rambling. I guess I just don't like SUVs. |
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01-10-2017, 07:35 AM | #60 |
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Fair enough. I don't particularly like SUVs either, but I find that 1) I like them slightly more than minivans, and 2) it's a somewhat necessary evil with 3 tall-ish teenagers (and sometimes their friends). There's just more usable room in every dimension, and less claustrophobic rear-seat seating position, as compared to sedans.
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