disneyseniors
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- Jun 2, 2014
DD17 is going to be taking over my current car by the time summer comes so I am beginning my search for a new car. (Yes I am aware it’s a horrible time to get a car but it is what it is)
I currently have a Nissan Rogue which is fine.
Looking at a Subaru Forester, Toyota RAV4 and Honda CRV. Probably a 2021/2022 depending on what’s available.
I drive maybe 5,000 miles a year. I live in CT and work in a hospital so driving in snow is a must.
Anyone have anything good/bad to say about my choices? Should I add something else to look into? Don’t want anything much
My only real dislike of my Nissan is the back window has a pretty big blind sport and would prefer something that has good visibility if possible.
Thanks!
Hi Pinkxray: We bought a Subaru Forrester a few years ago and absolutely love it. It is so safe to drive, especially in snow and ice. I am a retired RN and I know what you are saying about driving all shifts in bad weather. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. I love the bigger windows for a good view all the way around. Our other car was front wheel drive and had little windows. I really appreciate those and the height (easier to get into for us). There are so many built in safety features too. All Subaru's have auto start at no extra cost or time limits.
My daughter bought a Toyota Rav4 and really likes it too. BUT she is a little upset that her auto start expired in one year. Seems like it's kind of nickel and diming on a $45,000 car. So she is buying one to have put in. Other than that she is happy with it. She drives to work in all kinds of weather too.
I guess it comes down to personal preference and price. Good Luck
I forgot to add that we live in extreme northern Minnesota, and we have a lot of snow and ice to cope with - it thaws out in April, so it's a long winter.
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