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Astro vans are about the only bargain left if you're looking for a van. Not there greatest build quality ever and 4L60E trans will eventually be a problem but at the price it's not terrible. Drives a lot smaller than a Sprinter van but a tall guy can still make a fairly comfy set up to sleep/live in for periods of time.
GrapeHunterhope ur ready to get zero bitches if u purchase that thing
Oh your getting bitches with that just a different way of picking up bitches. Usually the brick method or the does this rag smell funny method. 100% kidnapping van.
**This post was edited on Nov 6th 2022 at 6:08:31pm
That thing is pretty bad ass. my first car is a minivan and I think vans are the best vehicle for skiing, mountain biking and adventures in general. if you plan on sleeping in it often i think thats pretty good deal.
RWD = Absolute crap in the snow. Forget about trying to get first chair on a pow day.
Power steering leak. That’s a major issue. There will be other major issues all of the time in a vehicle this old. Don’t have your first car be a vehicle that is constantly requiring significant maintenance. Definitely don’t start with a major mechanical issue.
Before you buy anything, have the seller agree to let you take it to a mechanic to have it checked out (on your dime of course). My bet is if you take this van to a mechanic they will be able to give you an idea how much repairing the power steering leak will be, plus they will uncover a host of other issues that will negate you having to think about purchasing it.
If cost is a concern, which I’m guessing it is, put your money into as new a sedan as you can find. A Honda, Nissan, Kia, Toyota, any basic car. Stay away from anything “luxury” even if it is cheap because repairs will be significantly more.
RWD = Absolute crap in the snow. Forget about trying to get first chair on a pow day.
Power steering leak. That’s a major issue. There will be other major issues all of the time in a vehicle this old. Don’t have your first car be a vehicle that is constantly requiring significant maintenance. Definitely don’t start with a major mechanical issue.
Before you buy anything, have the seller agree to let you take it to a mechanic to have it checked out (on your dime of course). My bet is if you take this van to a mechanic they will be able to give you an idea how much repairing the power steering leak will be, plus they will uncover a host of other issues that will negate you having to think about purchasing it.
If cost is a concern, which I’m guessing it is, put your money into as new a sedan as you can find. A Honda, Nissan, Kia, Toyota, any basic car. Stay away from anything “luxury” even if it is cheap because repairs will be significantly more.
Thanks man. I guess buying a sedan, and doing some camping trips and build stuff on the inside can give me an idea if I want to save longer for a van while having a reliable vehicle
piss_boyThanks man. I guess buying a sedan, and doing some camping trips and build stuff on the inside can give me an idea if I want to save longer for a van while having a reliable vehicle
Their good and run forever provided you keep paying for the service on em. Transmission is eventually a problem but you can really beat the shit out of it for a number of years and not have too many major problems otherwise. I'd offer like 3200 tho, not worth 4K
GrapeHunterhope ur ready to get zero bitches if u purchase that thing
Idk man, KO2s on an Astrovan might get you some Walmart parking lot blowjobs. Might be able to trade the catalytic converter for some action. Some homeless chicks might get turned on that the heat works.
**This post was edited on Nov 6th 2022 at 10:05:06pm
iFlipDon’t have your first car be a vehicle that is constantly requiring significant maintenance. Definitely don’t start with a major mechanical issue.
this for sure. As a young person with not a lot of money, it’s hell dropping a bunch on a car only to do a ton of repairs on it. I’ve had to put more into my car than it cost.
Good vehicle for summer camping but idk about daily drivers. Also new 3 friends with them at hood. 1 was down on the side of the road for a while and got sold as is, one got fixed a few times, other is currently getting fixed.
They def seem to have some issues. If you're not trying to fix stuff/able to fix stuff yourself there are better things you can get.
If car camping is the priority maybe get a wagon. Unless living in your car then I get it. Space is nice.
van is sold! but honestly don't recommend getting a ford transit connect, especially pre 2014 models
you'll thank me when you don't have ur car burn thru 3 different transmissions
get a Toyota, I made the switch almost a year ago now and got a 2005 Prius, I fuckin love that thing and its insanely reliable and cheap to fix, ive put over 15k miles on it and have had little to no issues
OP look at the Toyota Matrix, specifically the AWD model, Imagine an Impreza that's a lil slower but actually reliable.
I'd say get a 4runner but they are so pricey to find used
I know ur lookin towards vans but my take on van ownership is that you can do nearly the same thing with almost any hatchback, wagon, small SUV, or even a sedan that you can put the back seats down in while saving a fuck ton of gas money/repair money
RWD = Absolute crap in the snow. Forget about trying to get first chair on a pow day.
Power steering leak. That’s a major issue. There will be other major issues all of the time in a vehicle this old. Don’t have your first car be a vehicle that is constantly requiring significant maintenance. Definitely don’t start with a major mechanical issue.
Before you buy anything, have the seller agree to let you take it to a mechanic to have it checked out (on your dime of course). My bet is if you take this van to a mechanic they will be able to give you an idea how much repairing the power steering leak will be, plus they will uncover a host of other issues that will negate you having to think about purchasing it.
If cost is a concern, which I’m guessing it is, put your money into as new a sedan as you can find. A Honda, Nissan, Kia, Toyota, any basic car. Stay away from anything “luxury” even if it is cheap because repairs will be significantly more.
If you only knew how many first chair pow days I nabbed my first 5 years in Oregon driving a RWD Infiniti G35. A good set of snow tires is all you need to make the dream a reality.
SessionIf you only knew how many first chair pow days I nabbed my first 5 years in Oregon driving a RWD Infiniti G35. A good set of snow tires is all you need to make the dream a reality.
I second that, my highschool car was a Volvo 240, sandbags and blizzaks made that thing an absolute bomber in the snow, whipping that thing on pow days to the hill after school was always such a good time, I never got it stuck except for one time my homies were out drifting in a backwoods lot and I put er in a 5 foot drift
RWD is a blast in the snow if you do it right, plus you have an added level of maneuverability that you don't get with FWD, the ability to kick the rear out really comes in handy in the snow around sharp corners
SessionIf you only knew how many first chair pow days I nabbed my first 5 years in Oregon driving a RWD Infiniti G35. A good set of snow tires is all you need to make the dream a reality.
This is located in Wisconsin too, don't think this guy is too worried about pulling any snowy grades.
CrunnchyPissFartI second that, my highschool car was a Volvo 240, sandbags and blizzaks made that thing an absolute bomber in the snow, whipping that thing on pow days to the hill after school was always such a good time, I never got it stuck except for one time my homies were out drifting in a backwoods lot and I put er in a 5 foot drift
RWD is a blast in the snow if you do it right, plus you have an added level of maneuverability that you don't get with FWD, the ability to kick the rear out really comes in handy in the snow around sharp corners
All that said when that car got totaled on the mountain by a 4WD truck spinning across the highway, the Outback that replaced it was life changing.
SessionIf you only knew how many first chair pow days I nabbed my first 5 years in Oregon driving a RWD Infiniti G35. A good set of snow tires is all you need to make the dream a reality.
Did it have an lsd? Because that makes all the difference.
Op I'd pass on an open diff rwd van if a mountain-mobile is what you're after. You'll want a 4x4 almost immediately. Otherwise if you plan on cruising around and hauling a ton of shit this is a great choice
ASSholebomber22Did it have an lsd? Because that makes all the difference.
Op I'd pass on an open diff rwd van if a mountain-mobile is what you're after. You'll want a 4x4 almost immediately. Otherwise if you plan on cruising around and hauling a ton of shit this is a great choice
Could be better, I’d pass since it’s RWD.
What are you going for?
tahoes are sweet, 4runners are tough to find for a good price, but xterras are cheaper and still great vehicles. Stay away from early 2nd gen so 05-09, but first gen and will be a nice find. They ride fantastic
The best thing to get as a first car is something relatively small, easy to work on/easy to learn working on it and cheap replacement parts.
AWD is a bonus.
-Jetta
-Toyota rad4
-Honda CRV
-gmc Acadia
not saying I like those cars, but I wish I would of went that route instead of buying a v12 bmw as my first car. Needless to say my second car was a bare bones Chevy cavalier. Still have the bimmer tho
