We buy our cars and keep for 10-15 years, if not longer.
Yep, I went through that and still have my Caddys but as Antiques. Seldom use them and all required 2 to 3 engines and replaced everything plus having the frames re-welded.
Bought a Cadillac SRX 3 years ago and have disliked it from minute one. It is too small for our needs and even though it is AWD, it is not good in the snow.
Dump it ASAP! Buick's so much better and cheaper and more reliable!
Have been looking at the the new Volvo XC90 for a couple of months and may finally pull the trigger this week.
I went part of that way in 1990s, but I rented a Volvo for 2 weeks and drove it on trips and in and around home. Did not like it and did not buy it. I do this now with all Cars before I buy them. Cars are expensive investment and setting up a 2 week rental deal (less than $500.00 if you plan it right), to know you will like it and do it with one that has 15,000 miles or more is advisable in my opinion. Tests drive don't cut it, 1,000 trip drives will tell you if you like it.
I also talk to many mechanic ans ask one question what cars don't you see often? Right now most told me Subaru's and Tahoes! I am renting them now and like both. Will buy one later! Chrysler have Transmissions problems they told me.
Obviously a huge investment so I'm nervous as up till now all the cars we have owned have been extremely dependable with low maintenance/service issues. I know nothing about Volvo except their reputation for safety. Anyone here who has owned one?
If it is safety you want you won't be disappointed but over time when repairs needed and Warranty gone you may not be as happy. Mechanics told me stay away parts alone big price items.
However, I have changed my ways too. No Longer keep my old cars except for the few Caddys still in garages with covers and battery chargers, but they will be sold soon too.
I now buy Two Year Cars with 20,000 miles or less and covered with Warranties up to 100,000 and sell them right in 90,000 range and buy another 2 Year Old, but I still rent them for two weeks (Rent the Model you may want two years before) before I buy them and talk to mechanics to make sure I like them and they approve them. Triple AA has a Auto Mechanic service that checks out any used car.
This will save much time and money and no need to hold onto Cars anymore for 10-15 years. My problem is I am very loyal to my Cats, Cars, Friends, and CFB Football in that order! They say the Two Year Old Lexus is the best value now. Won't buy new or lease anymore either. Once Warranty is up get a new one and it tough to find a 2 year old Subaru but not impossible!
Last I checked there has been some problems with Subaru's certain models like 2014 but the Tahoes is great because it allows you to go from 2 Wheel Drive to 4, and that a big difference in mileage. Tahoes are Caddy Escalades without the need of all the Bells & Whistles and buy the under cover, but big enough for any needs.
But pretty sure the next one is a Subaru!
