June 2, 2007 by kellys
Filed under automotive, budget
Anyone out here know a good place that compares minivans? We are looking for a used minivan and want to make an educated buy. I am having a hard time finding a good place that compares features and safety ratings for minivans. Any ideas? We are leaning towards a Kia Sedona or a Ford Freestar.
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Oh my goodness. We HAD a Kia Sedona. Don’t even get me started.
P.S. We are very, very happy with our used Chevy Venture – a very nice and smooth ride.
Ford Freestars are NOT good vans. Check out consumer reports. Ford has never made a good minvan. We have a Chrysler Town and Country and looooooove it. I have 4 kids and it has been perfect from day 1 for us. It gives us plenty of space for our family of 6 plus the dog=)
Thanks for the advice. We are waiting to see how things go as to if we really need to get one or not. I, of course, would rather not have a car payment.
You might like to take a look at this article. It does some comparison stuff and talks about some thrifty things he did during the buying process.
http://www.gnik.com/index.cgi/2007/03/27/#buying_the_quest
Thanks, Everyone. You guys are the best!
I would strongly suggest purchasing the online Consumer Reports subscription. If would be well worth the money.
Great idea~! I think I will.