[Inkarnata]

Well I got a kid on the way plus 3 dogs (Shelties) for trips back and forth between NY and NC and I need a family hauler. Manual transmission is a must (I gotta be able to have some fun while I drive). Has to be able to fit a 3' long, 2' deep, 2' tall dog crate in back, and some luggage, I plan on getting a luggage rack and carrier regardless, would like something mildly sporty lookin.
My first consideration is of course VWs, Passat wagon, or possibly Toureg, even though it's 1. Auto only, and 2, probably a little above my price range...don't really care for the Jetta wagon..I saw a Mazda6 wagon which looked nice...Audis of course are in the running...what else would you consider?

Modified by Inkarnata at 2:48 PM 3-22-2010

 

[winstonsmith84]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k (Inkarnata)

v70 or v70R would fit the bill.

 

[Seitan]

FV-QR

any one of the cuv's would be a good option, many come with manual transmissions on the lower models.

Modified by silvERia at 12:48 PM 3-22-2010

 

[Inkarnata]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k (winstonsmith84)

Quote, originally posted by winstonsmith84 »

v70 or v70R would fit the bill.

I did see a V50 which was in my price range somewhat locally...

 

[Volvo_D]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k (Inkarnata)

Quote, originally posted by Inkarnata »

I did see a V50 which was in my price range somewhat locally...

Good idea. V50 T5 AWD can be had in a six speed.

 

[Seitan]

FV-QR

also keep in mind exactly what you plan on using it for and where you plan on going. My Volvo V70R had more power, was a bit more plush, and had awd, but it had less space and got considerably worse mpg than my Vue gets.

 

[GTI 20v]

 

[nm+]

Forester XT
Legacy 2.5i (Might be able to squeak a GT in there)
Outback 2.5x

 

[patrikman]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k (Inkarnata)

Buy the lowest mileage most well maintained example you can find.

http://raleigh.craigslist.org/cto/1654262155.html

 

[Inkarnata]

Re: (GTI 20v)

Mazda5 is a minivan in my opinion....DQ'd with prejudice.
Subi's are definitely on my list...


Modified by Inkarnata at 2:05 PM 3-22-2010

 

[patrikman]

Re: (Inkarnata)

Quote, originally posted by Inkarnata »

Mazda5 is a minivan in my opinion....DQ'd with prejudice. Subi's are definitely on my list... Modified by Inkarnata at 2:05 PM 3-22-2010

The OBXT I posted gives you $2500 to play with.

It also appears to have a trailer hitch! http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif


Modified by patrikman at 1:07 PM 3-22-2010

 

[juice]

2005 Legacy GT wagon, 5 speed manual.
The only year it was made.
Arguably the perfect car. http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif

 

[patrikman]

Re: (juice)

Quote, originally posted by juice »

2005 Legacy GT wagon, 5 speed manual. The only year it was made. Arguably the perfect car. http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif

I posted the perfect car a few posts up.

 

[nm+]

Re: (patrikman)

Quote, originally posted by patrikman »

The OBXT I posted gives you $2500 to play with. It also appears to have a trailer hitch! http://****************.com/smile/emthup.gif Modified by patrikman at 1:07 PM 3-22-2010

I don't think you'll find an LGT manual wagon for that. OBXT manual is more common, so it will be easier to find and cheaper.
You can have some luck with LGTs if the seller doesn't know the car is rare. However, the going rate on a manual wagon is still over $15k unless there is a lot of miles or issues.

 

[Inkarnata]

Re: FV-QR (silvERia)

Quote, originally posted by silvERia »

also keep in mind exactly what you plan on using it for and where you plan on going. My Volvo V70R had more power, was a bit more plush, and had awd, but it had less space and got considerably worse mpg than my Vue gets.

How much worse are you talking comparatively?

 

[[email protected]]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k (Inkarnata)

Mazda 6 is a good choice.

Black one is mine, silver is my dad's. Both are 2006 models, both with manual transmissions.

 

[Surf Green]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k ([email protected])

Most wagons in this thread will not have the 4'x4' width or 3' height to fit the pet carrier, as per the requirements.
OP is likely going to end up with a full size SUV, minivan, or need a new pet carrier.

 

[mike in SC]

If I could I would get this...
http://www.carmax.com/enUS/vie...=2005 subaru legacy wagon&zip=29841&pD=0&pI=0&pT=400&pC=200&pB=0&No=0&Ep=homepage:homepage&Rp=R&PP=20&sV=List&Q=dcaf8b2c-7fea-43ea-a9fe-b5f7ca312d8f
With shipping fees you are only a few hundred over your 15k limit.
Good luck

 

[[email protected]]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k (Surf Green)

Quote, originally posted by Surf Green »

Most wagons in this thread will not have the 4'x4' width or 3' height to fit the pet carrier, as per the requirements. OP is likely going to end up with a full size SUV, minivan, or need a new pet carrier.

Good point. Is ANY wagon going to satisfy that requirement?

 

[Inkarnata]

Re: Cars of the category: Used MT SUVs/Wagons under $15k ([email protected])

that might be a large assumption on the size, I just went an took a foot size 10.5 measurement, front view, 3' long, 2' deep, 2' tall. Though depending on the size of our newest addition, we may need a larger cage...
The terrorists

L. Jack R. Bailey
and our newest addition, Jameson

Modified by Inkarnata at 2:45 PM 3-22-2010