Cdub100 3,337 Posted November 30, 2019 Some idiot hit my wife's minivan. So we need a new one. Our previous Minivan was a 2012 Town and Country fully loaded, paid off and still up to date 7 years later (Not happy to lose it). The wife wants another minivan so I'm not looking for other suggestions. Also we are buying not lease. Price range is 45k or less Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cloaca du jour 2,063 Posted November 30, 2019 Id say toyota or honda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MDC 5,803 Posted November 30, 2019 8 minutes ago, Cloaca du jour said: Id say toyota or honda Honda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,508 Posted November 30, 2019 The ones where you can lay the seats down and hit the soccer mom in the back 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
fandandy 3,311 Posted November 30, 2019 Whichever one has curtains. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,587 Posted November 30, 2019 10 minutes ago, IGotWorms said: Ghey Mini vans are much better than the crappy SUV's most soccer mom's drive. The interior layout is much nicer. My wife thinks the Honda pilot is "cooler", but it is not. They are the same coolness as a minivan. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cloaca du jour 2,063 Posted November 30, 2019 Whatever one causes the least shrinkage... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,587 Posted November 30, 2019 I vote Toyota or Honda. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
listen2me 23 1,503 Posted November 30, 2019 I know nothing about vans. But I wouldnt buy Chrysler anything. Not sure why people still do. Junk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cloaca du jour 2,063 Posted November 30, 2019 Yeah...chrysler is human feces...had a town and country..constant caliper locking up...probably due to how they do the emergency brakes ...thats what my mechanic says...I got rid of it after the third caliper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted November 30, 2019 We had the T&C and had some major stuff go out. It also wouldn't start randomly sometimes. So while I'm glad to be rid of that issue it was paid off and only 55k miles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IGotWorms 3,248 Posted November 30, 2019 1 hour ago, MTSkiBum said: Mini vans are much better than the crappy SUV's most soccer mom's drive. The interior layout is much nicer. My wife thinks the Honda pilot is "cooler", but it is not. They are the same coolness as a minivan. Does it hurt that your wife is more of a man than you? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,894 Posted November 30, 2019 10 minutes ago, IGotWorms said: Does it hurt that your wife is more of a man than you? He asking for the Roomba for Christmas. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,894 Posted November 30, 2019 2 hours ago, Bier Meister said: The ones where you can lay the seats down and hit the soccer mom in the back The ones who drive a Chrysler will let you do pretty much anything. 1 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTSkiBum 1,587 Posted November 30, 2019 16 minutes ago, IGotWorms said: Does it hurt that your wife is more of a man than you? Driving an SUV does not make someone manly, just the opposite. There are some exceptions of course: 4runner, Tahoe, etc. These are slightly less girly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted November 30, 2019 We are at the Toyota dealership right now. Trying to get them to get closer to the Honda in price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,894 Posted November 30, 2019 3 minutes ago, Cdub100 said: We are at the Toyota dealership right now. Trying to get them to get closer to the Honda in price. Let the salesman break it in with your wife and he’ll get to the Honda price. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted November 30, 2019 We walked out Toyota was just too far above the Honda. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vuduchile 1,940 Posted November 30, 2019 We bought a used 2012 T&C when it had 29K miles on it. It now has 130K and is still going strong. No mechanical issues at all. We bought my wife a Subaru recently and gave that van to my MIL. Technically, I still own it, but she’s using it daily. Honda’s and Toyotas are best mechanically but they’re just not comfortable for anyone over 6’ tall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NorthernVike 2,079 Posted November 30, 2019 Don't waste your money, buy a Suburban. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
avoiding injuries 1,216 Posted November 30, 2019 The one another beta male is driving. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bier Meister 1,508 Posted December 1, 2019 4 hours ago, Cdub100 said: We walked out Toyota was just too far above the Honda. have you attempted leveraging Toyota vs Toyota? "Hey, I really like this car. I will give my business to the dealership who provides me with the best price. What's your best offer?" Are you with a credit union? They can have very good car buying services. Or insurance agency? I have bought two via my credit union (my best deals). My current one was via USAA. I was able to actually go $1500 lower than what USAA negotiated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,894 Posted December 1, 2019 During negotiations, did you ask about adding the family stick figures, or do you plan to wait till after the price is set? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Djgb13 2,338 Posted December 1, 2019 Won’t ever get a minivan. SUV definitely. But if I had to pick one I’d pick the Toyota. Their vehicles are always reliable. Love my tundra and dad likes mine so much he bought him one Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DonS 3,050 Posted December 1, 2019 Been happy with our Honda. Will probably retire it in a couple years once our youngest is done with school. You can pack a ton of stuff in there. Can't imagine moving kids to/from college without it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted December 1, 2019 28 minutes ago, Gladiators said: During negotiations, did you ask about adding the family stick figures, or do you plan to wait till after the price is set? That comes standard. Upgrading to the Star wars or zombie figures is extra though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,894 Posted December 1, 2019 Just now, Cdub100 said: That comes standard. Upgrading to the Star wars or zombie figures is extra though. Good info. How far apart in price are the Honda and Toyota? Which does your wife prefer? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SUXBNME 1,294 Posted December 1, 2019 Honda or Toyota Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
avoiding injuries 1,216 Posted December 1, 2019 Make sure to get the front two windows tinted in case you drive past any of your friends. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted December 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, Gladiators said: Good info. How far apart in price are the Honda and Toyota? Which does your wife prefer? We had two Toyota options: New 2020 Toyota 46k New "used" (driven by the regional manager) Toyota $42k 12k miles Honda $38k Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gladiators 1,894 Posted December 1, 2019 6 minutes ago, Cdub100 said: We had two Toyota options: New 2020 Toyota 46k New "used" (driven by the regional manager) Toyota $42k 12k miles Honda $38k Ouch. The Toyota must be top of the line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IGotWorms 3,248 Posted December 1, 2019 10 minutes ago, Cdub100 said: We had two Toyota options: New 2020 Toyota 46k New "used" (driven by the regional manager) Toyota $42k 12k miles Honda $38k That’s a substantial difference. How about the financing terms? Assuming those are close or equal I’d go with the Honda Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DonS 3,050 Posted December 1, 2019 14 minutes ago, Cdub100 said: We had two Toyota options: New 2020 Toyota 46k New "used" (driven by the regional manager) Toyota $42k 12k miles Honda $38k Unless the Toyota includes the "blow job attachment" you should definitely go with the Honda. Not like them young b1tches are going to throw themselves at you based on your choice in minivan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted December 1, 2019 20 minutes ago, IGotWorms said: That’s a substantial difference. How about the financing terms? Assuming those are close or equal I’d go with the Honda Toyota was 1.9 for 60 months on both Honda is 2.9 for 60 months Let me add the Toyota is a trim class higher than the Honda, however, both have the same features we care about. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DonS 3,050 Posted December 1, 2019 8 minutes ago, Cdub100 said: Toyota was 1.9 for 60 months on both Honda is 2.9 for 60 months Let me add the Toyota is a trim class higher than the Honda, however, both have the same features we care about. I might have missed it, but how many kids do you have and what are their ages? What trim features are you focused on? We bought our Honda Odyssey used and it came with DVD package. Was good when kids were little, but nowadays all you need is a tablet to keep the little fockers entertained. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted December 1, 2019 1 minute ago, DonS said: I might have missed it, but how many kids do you have and what are their ages? What trim features are you focused on? We bought our Honda Odyssey used and it came with DVD package. Was good when kids were little, but nowadays all you need is a tablet to keep the little fockers entertained. 3 between the ages 1-10 Our old T&C had a DVD package, but we only used it during the very few long trips we take. I agree a tablet is a suitable substitute. I'm a believer that Toyota is far and away the best when it comes to reliability. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shorepatrol 1,727 Posted December 1, 2019 2019 Platinum Sequoia if you're dropping that much coin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cdub100 3,337 Posted December 1, 2019 3 minutes ago, shorepatrol said: 2019 Platinum Sequoia if you're dropping that much coin. Has to have sliding doors. It's a must for us with young kids. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites