Recent content by hikenbike

Rav4's are fine but I suggest checking out a Subaru Outback. Have fun!

Its all packed up and ready to be returned. I wore it for a few days and as nice and well designed a gift as it is, I just don't need or want this device. For the activity tracking (and I'm very active), I already have all I need and don't even consistently use what I have. I prefer to be...

I’ve been a naysayer on the Apple watches for some time now ........ But got an Apple Watch 5 for Xmas. Grateful for the super nice gift but never really wanted one and still don't want one honestly. I actually like keeping my iPhone in my backpack when I’m moving around and not paying attention...

Yup but I preferred the power delivery of the tried and true 6 cyl (although the new turbo already exists in the Ascent), the 17% cost savings off MSRP, and the look of the front of the '19 over the '20. '20's also have a somewhat stiffer suspension and a huge screen that manages ALL internal...

It it’s a kick Stick with the Subi or trade it in for a ‘20. In early August I traded in my ‘16 Trail Premium 4Runner w/KDSS for a ‘19 OB 3.6 Limited. Best thing I ever did. Love the quickness and versatility of the OB as I was tiring of the 4runner which was just cumbersome and wearing on...

Amen brother!

I’ve got an 07 Sport V8 with only 68k on the clock. Perfect condition inside and out. I think that kind of low mileage and condition can fetch 17-20k. Love it far more than my 5th gen. Smooth. Quiet. Reliable. Enjoy yours and good luck with it.

Just traded a 5th gen for an Outback 3.6. Very happy with it and the decision. Its a very capable vehicle with significant safety features and a nice ride.

I did as I had driven one as a loaner. Nice truck but a little bigger than what I was looking for. HIghlander 3rd row is useless to me. Not particularly attractive IMO. Outback is nicer to drive (got the 6 cyl which is quicker) and more nimble with same or better ground clearance than the...

Surely it will. I can probably get $15-20k for my 07 runner with v8 with only 65k on her. Perfect shape inside and out.

Outback

The wife thinks the OB looks “farty”. No way I can move forward with one under those conditions no matter how well it rides.....and it rides quite nicely. This thread is officially closed as per marital commentary.

Give it a good loooong test drive in local and highway traffic and on some rugged roads. Its not for everyone and can be uncomfortable over time.

What you describe is a pretty common theme from all i’ve read. I may give it another month to think over and find the right deal. I agree that the H6 is what I want and they are in shorter supply as the days pass.

Yeah I guess but the GX just seems bigger. Whatever. Not my thing. I think you’re right about the predator grill but it’s a showstopper for me. Re Hyundai, I think it’s abkut the same as the OB capability wise. I also lie the look like I do the RAV4 but the RAV4 engine is too slow and...