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P.S. Thank you for the recommendation about the ceramic pads, and I am very happy you are having better luck with your car!
Fully realize that for many there is never enough time. With work, school, family . . . it's just difficult to have time.
But the automobile is the 2nd largest expense/purchase for most people. Should take some time to learn how things work.
Should have a local independent mechanic/shop. Get your oil changes there. During oil changes ask to have the vehicle checked. Ask about the brakes at every oil change. As well as a visual inspection when vehicle is on lift. So that there are never any surprises. Get ahead of the curve. Know when the brakes are getting thin. Then plan ahead.
As far as keys go. You will just have to visit dealerships and view. Maybe someone who has just purchased a new vehicle with a key can chime in. You may have to go visit new car dealerships. And shouldn't just buy a vehicle just because it has a key. Get one that has a good reputation and good resale and/or trade in.
Sometimes it is better to get the budget new car without all of the bells and whistles. Simpler.
Start looking at the Nissan Versa. And work up from there if too small. Take a test drive before you decide on anything. Don't rule out some of the less expensive cars from all of the major manufacturers. And if car is for status or value.
Fully realize that for many there is never enough time. With work, school, family . . . it's just difficult to have time.
But the automobile is the 2nd largest expense/purchase for most people. Should take some time to learn how things work.
Should have a local independent mechanic/shop. Get your oil changes there. During oil changes ask to have the vehicle checked. Ask about the brakes at every oil change. As well as a visual inspection when vehicle is on lift. So that there are never any surprises. Get ahead of the curve. Know when the brakes are getting thin. Then plan ahead.
As far as keys go. You will just have to visit dealerships and view. Maybe someone who has just purchased a new vehicle with a key can chime in. You may have to go visit new car dealerships. And shouldn't just buy a vehicle just because it has a key. Get one that has a good reputation and good resale and/or trade in.
Sometimes it is better to get the budget new car without all of the bells and whistles. Simpler.
Start looking at the Nissan Versa. And work up from there if too small. Take a test drive before you decide on anything. Don't rule out some of the less expensive cars from all of the major manufacturers. And if car is for status or value.
This, if it's out of warranty, then no need to take it to dealer. You are funding their lavish waiting area, free coffee and pastries. Also, use the internet to troubleshoot problems, lots of good info on youtube.
Yes, I know that. I just meant that we were having several different issues with the car.
I understand completely and could not agree more, WhoCares . . .
To put it bluntly, all these "Whistles and Bells" STINK and accomplish very little, if anything.
Other than the radio, the only "high tech" on my 1986 Jeep CJ-7 (soon to turn 30) is Air Conditioning and a Tilt Steering Wheel . . . I LOVE IT that way.
Unfortunately, I have a feeling we all need to learn to accept this new insanity.
So, just to actually stick to the spirit of the thread, my dad just bought a '15 base model Accord that uses a key. It's a fine and boring and vanilla car, it is a Honda after all. And of course "base" means power doors and windows, remote locking, etc.
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*Several times we would push the button and nothing would happen. We would have to get out of the car, lock it, then unlock it, and then push the button again for it to start. Very annoying. So, to fix it, they basically had to disassemble part of the car, order another antenna, and then reassemble it.
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Next time try closing all the windows and hitting the start button then open the windows again. . .
Getting back to the OP....your husband doesn't want to consider a Kia but...
My 2014 Kia Forte did come with power windows, locks, Sat radio, bluetooth, etc. and it does have a KEY. It's a more basic model because I insisted on a stick shift.
By the way, the Kia is a better car than my Mazda 6 in just about every way.
the entire brake system needs to be replaced? pads,rotors,brake lines,brake booster,master cylinder,calipers,abs module. I highly doubt they can do that for 600 dollars just in parts alone.
the entire brake system needs to be replaced? pads,rotors,brake lines,brake booster,master cylinder,calipers,abs module. I highly doubt they can do that for 600 dollars just in parts alone.
Well, I know the rotors needed to be replaced. Not sure about the other stuff you said! (So maybe I did misunderstand -- that is entirely possible.)
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