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OK so I just got my 05' TSX and it's a great car. Only problem is I've been sick to my stomach since I've had it, thinking (not that I purchased a bad vehicle/sedan) that I should have bought a new/used medium sized SUV instead.
This change stems from two reasons. The biggest reason is that I saw how happy my dog was playing with my parent's dog over the holidays and how much happier he was and how less guilty I felt leaving him alone with another pooch to keep him company (if you own or love dogs you understand). Thus I'd like to get rescue sibling for my current boxer to have constant company to play with, at the kennel, while I'm at work, etc. With this new sedan all pristine, I'm already worrying too much about scratches inside (from the dog) and outside (from other cars). If I were to get another dog you can begin to see the absurdity of having a nice sports sedan instead of a rear area in an SUV to put two dogs into for traveling and not worry about messes.
The other reason is that I want to go kayaking more and again an SUV (Xterra or Forerunner) is more convenient to carrying kayaks and gear and dogs vs a beautiful Acura.
That said I know that if I go through with this transfer I be basically pissing away a few thousand but I’ll probably be happier in the long run not having to worry about damage to the vehicle I mean SUVs are supposed to get beat up right!
Here’s were I need your advice. If I did try and replace this with a SUV (new or used) what would be my best options at getting the greatest amount for the car, avoid taxes, and not waste more time.
We’re talking Silver 05’ TSX, 1,500 miles. 6 speed, w/ navi... awesome car (currently in CT)
Accessories:
Nose mask
Door trim
Ti trim kit
Wheel locks
Splashguards
Fog lights
All season mats
Lojack
This change stems from two reasons. The biggest reason is that I saw how happy my dog was playing with my parent's dog over the holidays and how much happier he was and how less guilty I felt leaving him alone with another pooch to keep him company (if you own or love dogs you understand). Thus I'd like to get rescue sibling for my current boxer to have constant company to play with, at the kennel, while I'm at work, etc. With this new sedan all pristine, I'm already worrying too much about scratches inside (from the dog) and outside (from other cars). If I were to get another dog you can begin to see the absurdity of having a nice sports sedan instead of a rear area in an SUV to put two dogs into for traveling and not worry about messes.
The other reason is that I want to go kayaking more and again an SUV (Xterra or Forerunner) is more convenient to carrying kayaks and gear and dogs vs a beautiful Acura.
That said I know that if I go through with this transfer I be basically pissing away a few thousand but I’ll probably be happier in the long run not having to worry about damage to the vehicle I mean SUVs are supposed to get beat up right!
Here’s were I need your advice. If I did try and replace this with a SUV (new or used) what would be my best options at getting the greatest amount for the car, avoid taxes, and not waste more time.
We’re talking Silver 05’ TSX, 1,500 miles. 6 speed, w/ navi... awesome car (currently in CT)
Accessories:
Nose mask
Door trim
Ti trim kit
Wheel locks
Splashguards
Fog lights
All season mats
Lojack
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