OT: new car advice

[Darrin Chandler]

Josh Coffman wrote:

>... and now for something completely different (on the
>sometimes useful discussion list). :)
>
>Hi all, 
>
>I've been car-less for nearly a year. I figure its
>about time to buy and stop begging for rides. Before I
>make a mistake, I'd like to see if there are any
>car-people on the list who can advise on a couple
>vehicles:
>
>Nissan XTerra
>Nissan Frontier
>Toyota Tacoma
>
>I just don't want to buy another mistake. Had a
>Chrysler vehicle before which was overall not bad, but
>parts and maintenance labor was awful. Don't want to
>do that again.
>
>I'm looking for dependability, reasonable comfort with
>utility. The XTerra came to mind 'cause I'd probably
>not fully use a truck, having a family and all.
>
>Looking for pro's/con's from a consumer perspective.
>  
>
I have a relative working at a Nissan dealership. He says the xterra was 
a horrible vehicle a few years ago but they're now pretty solid. 
Something to keep in mind if you're reading older reviews...

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