MarkC
03-26-2008, 10:20 PM
I am turning over my Accord to my son in a month, who turns 16. I am wide open to models but reliability is a top choice of mine. I read Consumer Reports religiously when it comes to car buying. Here are my car models the last 30 years of driving-- Ford, Chevy, Buick, Toyota, Honda, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda. As you can see I have no brand preference. My wife has also drove different brands. Since it will be mostly me driving this car I wanted a mid-size that was quiet, comfortable, and well-built. I talked to my brother last week, and told him my gut feeling was to buy another Accord but I would see.
Last week I test drove my top choices of Accord, Camry and Malibu. I nixed the Altima only because of rear seat room and a couple of other minor items that would not bother most drivers. I was shocked to find that the Malibu was by far the quietest and most comfortable car. I should point out I am 6'5" so no car in a moderate price range is a joy for me. However, this came as close to it as I could find. I have not had an American built/American corporation car for years, so I am happy to make that purchase. However, that was not the basis for my decision. I purchased the best car for the money. I even ordered it so I can get the color and options I want. Now I just have to wait a few weeks. This is obviously not a knock on the Accords since I have one and love the current models. I'm just happy to say that it looks like some good old American ingenuity and work ethic has taken over at GM. Mark
Last week I test drove my top choices of Accord, Camry and Malibu. I nixed the Altima only because of rear seat room and a couple of other minor items that would not bother most drivers. I was shocked to find that the Malibu was by far the quietest and most comfortable car. I should point out I am 6'5" so no car in a moderate price range is a joy for me. However, this came as close to it as I could find. I have not had an American built/American corporation car for years, so I am happy to make that purchase. However, that was not the basis for my decision. I purchased the best car for the money. I even ordered it so I can get the color and options I want. Now I just have to wait a few weeks. This is obviously not a knock on the Accords since I have one and love the current models. I'm just happy to say that it looks like some good old American ingenuity and work ethic has taken over at GM. Mark