Will I need AWD/4WD in Maine?

[Nor'Eastah]

Originally Posted by forest beekeeper

From my observations, in this area, and entirely on pavement, Front Wheel Drive seems to be the best.

Thanks for that info, forest! My DW has a front-wheel drive car that does very well in snow here, and is fairly new, so we'd like to keep that when we move up there. My pick-up is 4WD but I'll probably buy another newer one (but used) before heading up. We'll need at least one 4WD vehicle up there, as we'll be looking from your area north.

[forest beekeeper]

Originally Posted by Nor'Eastah

Thanks for that info, forest! My DW has a front-wheel drive car that does very well in snow here, and is fairly new, so we'd like to keep that when we move up there. My pick-up is 4WD but I'll probably buy another newer one (but used) before heading up. We'll need at least one 4WD vehicle up there, as we'll be looking from your area north.

I would recommend holding onto your older 4WD, and focusing effort on refurbishing it.

Older vehicles pay less excise tax.

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[Northern Maine Land Man]

My first 4WD was a 1963 Jeep Wagoneer. It came with a compass on the dash because Wagoneers were expected to go where there were no road signs. I have had 4WD since. I was an EMT and volunteer fireman for many years. I need to be able to go when the average person is better off to reschedule their trip. The wife and I both drive 4WD vehicles. They are definitely safer than 2WD in Maine. Yes, you see them in the ditch. When you hydroplane on slush at high speeds, no tire is going to keep you on the road. Slow down and get to your destination safely.

[Nor'Eastah]

Originally Posted by forest beekeeper

I would recommend holding onto your older 4WD, and focusing effort on refurbishing it.

Older vehicles pay less excise tax.

ipsa scientia potestas est

This old Ford truck of mine has been through the pits! I have used it in our landscaping work now for 6 years (translation: a lifetime of hell!) and it was used when I got it! I'd love to keep it, but will be lucky if it lasts until I retire.

Don't worry - I'll be getting a used newer one, probably at least 5-6 years old, but one that hasn't had the punishment this one has taken. I'd love to keep this, but doubt if it would be any good. Best news is, what I'm looking for is a gas hog, and those are going pretty cheap around here now!

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[Acadianlion]

I have a decent 98 Chevy ex-cab, 4X4 dually going on the market soon. Any interest?

[Nor'Eastah]

Originally Posted by Acadianlion

I have a decent 98 Chevy ex-cab, 4X4 dually going on the market soon. Any interest?

Sorry lion - been off for a day! Sounds like a nice truck but I don't need the duallies! Would still consider it, but we don't retire till spring of 2010...and I'm sure you will have sold it by then!

Wish I could take a run up there and look at it, but sittin' in a garage for another year and a half won't help it any! Thanks!