Posted on 10/27/2010 4:00:56 PM PDT by GRRRRR
My GMC 2002 Envoy has tripped over 113,000 miles. While still in great condition and it is not costing me anything other than gas and oil for now, I am quite tempted to move it out of the garage and get a 2010 Toyota Highlander, Limited Trim package, NON-hybrid.
With the economy on the edge, I have a pre-approved loan through my State Farm group at 3.49% @36 mos. but ONLY until 10/31/10. Toyota will match this rate plus $750 cash back. They also have 2 years of free maintenance for routine things.
So, who has experience with the Highlander and what are your opinions of car buying in this economy? I can afford it, have the ability to pay off the loan after one year with no penalty. The ONLY thing hanging me up on just doing it is having a car payment to make every month, it just seems onerous.
There are very few used Highlanders available with low mileage that would be a good option too...
Your thoughts?
I won’t comment on the wisdom of buying a new car. You’ll have to work that one out yourself. However, I drive a 2 year old Lexus GX 460, which I believe is the Lexus version of the Highlander. It is a terrific car — an absolute pleasure to drive (and this from a guy whose last car was a Porsche 911 Carrera, but that’s a long story). Mine has been completely trouble-free, which is not unusual for any Toyota/Lexus vehicle. You can’t go wrong with this car.
We have a 1997 4Runner and a 2004 Sequoia. We may not ever need to buy another car. Toyotas are made so well, inside and out. We just never have any trouble with them.
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