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I wouldn't buy them... I just don't like the look of them. If you want something along those lines, go for an FX35, or an FX45. |
GS350 AWD, or RX |
I'd say do your research within the days you have left and do not make an impulsive buy because you will regret it. I was going to suggest a TL type s. Maybe try a MDX , you can find fairly new ones for cheap. |
no vote for the GLK 350 huh? I like how it looks, but unsure of reliability. Yah Knight604 i definitely don't want to make a quick decision and regret it. I usually take months to pick a car. This time I have to decide quickly, which is stressing me out (probably not helping me with my recovery from chest/back pain). Done for today, search continues tmrw..... thanks so far for the input guys. keep it coming! |
Id go for GLK, but thats if you can keep up with the expensive maintenance, I personally didnt like the GLK at first, but over time its growing on me. |
When I had the 2010 GLK only problem was the power lift gate in the back, newer versions had improvements on it I believe. Maintenance wise, its gonna be expensive but pretty reliable. Drives like a tank, gears like a truck, not an everyday funcar but feels so solid. Not a lot of room in back seats so beware. PM me if more Qs. |
keep in mind that icbc will give you the actual cash value PLUS 12% because that is the amount you would have to pay to purchase another car of the same value. if you were to buy your car privately and have the seller agree to gift it to you, you would in turn get 12% more for you car. i've had my car written off before and find that they are quite fair with determining the value of your car. only downfall is the waiting of all the paperwork before they write you a cheque...hopefully you were able to obtain a rental car so you could still commute |
Would you guys say an SUV or crossover is safer than a car? its weird how a serious accident can change your mentality. I'm also thinking ahead in terms of kids. Maybe safety is more important than style for me now. My car was destroyed, the other guy had a truck and did not have anywhere close to the damage I had. found this article that says SUVs are now more safe since the chance of rollovers is less with new technology Crossovers and Safety - New Crossovers - Cars.com |
Size does matter From all your posts, You doesn't seem to know which catalog you are want. I will suggest you slow down a bit. Go to AutoMall & window shop with your wife. See the actual car yourself. You got pictures of your accident the aftermath ? |
no pics. I was taken away by ambulance. The car got towed to bodyshop and they didn't even take it off the truck supposedly. Just said its a total loss. Guess the damage was that bad. Whole passenger side front disintegrated. all you could see was the front tire. Engine stopped working and just kept making this clicking noise after the accident. |
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Looks at what you want then just do some research such as online forums and youtube video reviews and that kind of stuff. When time comes to buy the car you should know enough about it to make a confident purchase. |
I just noticed your injured... Are you going to sue? That could significantly raise the budget... |
size does matter...search up "accident smart car" on youtube...it looks RIDICULOUS. In terms of your new car, have you thought about what criteria you would look for? comfort? 5/7seats? fuel efficient? luxury? awd/fwd/rwd? |
It looks like you're going to make an impulse decision. Buy a $1000 civic for now, take your time, and make the right choice. When you sell the civic back to the market, you probably won't lose a single dollar. |
Or maybe start to learn how to use transit. As much as a car is valuable to you now (sucks that its during the holidays), just worry about getting the right amount for your settlement first. The new (or used)car can wait. You can always rent a car on days you really need it. Car2Go is a fairly cheap option if your willing to work around it for the next little while. Your wife and family would probably appreciate the fact that your bringing them out looking at cars. Beats sitting around the house doing nothing on the weekends. |
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If you want a safe vehicle buy a Mercedes or Volvo. |
Appreciate all your guys comments and advice. Just taking it day by day now and focusing on recovering my health. Taking transit is not an option with my work. I may just rent a car for now and go from there. Mercedes GLK seems to offer quite a bit, but I'm worried about reliability and I've read that there are some tranny issues. I think a four door sedan is good enough for carseat/baby. The wife insists on SUV. I have always hated SUVs and prefer the handling of a car. No more RWD either, so awd it is..... Posted via RS Mobile |
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Scores a Good in every category of the IIHS tests. Tied with Volvo S60 as safest mid-size sedan. Could find a used one for around your price range. That is, if you can live with the beak. |
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I have to agree though ICBC are usually fair when it comes to the payout value. Almost everyone thinks their car is worth more than what it actually is and the advertised prices are (almost) always higher than the actual price of the sale. Good luck! |
Ok so everything is settled with ICBC and I put a deposit on a 2010 GLK with 32,000km. Will be finalized at end of week. Its mercedes certified. Only thing i wondered is they replaced the two right side tires (rear and front) due to sidewall damage. So the right side tires are brand new and on the other side the tires have 70%. Is this ok? Its an AWD? any harm that can be done? |
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