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  2. Jeep Compass

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    If I were buying a Jeep it would the SRT-8 Grand Cherokee. But for a small SUV I was looking at getting my wife a Ford Escape. Only because it's small, a hybrid, and you can get AWD. Gas is getting expenise and she wan'ts a hybrid to cut cost. I haven't heared any negitive about the Compass, only the wagon Magnums.

     

    My brothers wife has an Escape. It's on 03. It's awesome in the snow- it handles really well. The mileage is awesome too. She doesn't have a hybrid... but it's still a nice compact SUV.

  3. Jeep Compass

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    the compass is a death trap. decent fuel economy but not safe. I'm all about safety, I'll pay extra for gas but I want something that's gonna protect me and my passengers. Size matters when in comes to safety.

     

    That's funny- I was reading it was getting the gov. highest side crash ratings- and it has all these airbags and bla bla bla. Good stuff to know! Thanks everyone for who has chimed in so far.

  6. Jeep Compass

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    I don't mind Jeep's, the Compass to me seems small? I guess maybe its just because I am a Chevy guy but...

     

    Why not look at a used Chevy Equinox 2wd or 4wd? Used with decently low miles are very cheap for an '07 these days. They get around 22-24 MPG and have the 100K warranty. The '07+ Vibes get damn close to 30 MPG and also have the 100K warranty. Keep it in the family :chevy:

     

    I doubt I'd find a used equinox 4wd with all the options the compass has for only 12,500. Don't get me wrong- I'm a :chevy: guy, I have the SS and a gang of duramax trucks for work.

  7. Jeep Compass

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    I looked at one for a commuter car. 4x4 with a 4 cyl still gets high 20's mpg. Ride wasnt bad, a little on the small side, but thats what it is, a compact suv. It wont tow much, but is good in snow, quality seemed to be ok. I would take the compass over a Ford Escape any day of the week. You can get alot of nice options with them as well. My only hang up was the lease pricing on them. I wanted to stay under $200/mo, but couldnt seem to find one for less than $250/mo in my area. Oh well.

     

    Yeah, a friend of mine has an 07 Black Limited. It has leather, heated seats, bla bla bla. The only bad thing is it's got 45000 miles. It's been taken care of so I'm not worried. They want around $12,200. Based on what I've seen that's a decent price. It has 18 inch wheels, it's a rally sport- It's auto, but it has the slapstick shift. Seems like a good buy- He said it costs about 35 bucks to fill it up- and he gets 330 miles to a tank! That's 1/3 of the cost of filling up our trucks- and its about the same mileage!

     

    I wouldn't tow with it- so that doesn't matter. I do like the 4 wheel drive for winter time. I might jump on it. I'd love to get a TBSS- but that's not good gas mileage! I already have my toy with the SS.

  8. Jeep Compass

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    My fiance and I are getting married this July. We've talked about kids in the somewhat near future. I'll be driving about 40 min to work everyday (each way) and I definately don't wanna rack up the miles on my SS. We were thinking about a Compass. I don't want anyone to say it's ugly or it looks good- I'm just looking for helpful insight as to if it's a good purchase or not. Does anyone have one? or know of someone who does? I know it's not a 6.0 liter or anything- it does get good gas mileage though. Let me hear it!!!

     

    Thanks! Chad

  13. Just Had Surgury

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    Hang in there! Try and stay positive like everyone else has been saying- worry if and when that time comes. Worrying before then will just cause you unnecessary pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. I know I speak for everyone when I say- Let me know if there is anything I can do. Chad

  15. Iowa Meet Time!

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    it's cool! I try to keep my wife involved so then I can do more to the truck that way :cheers: My mother in law went & saw him! Said it was a good show.

     

    She's such a trooper when it comes to me and my truck. She came with both times I went to the Zippy Events. She never complained once. She even kinda got into the drag strip stuff. She'd be there on the 12th if she didn't have plans.

  16. Iowa Meet Time!

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    you know I'll be there!!!! And for you other's coming bring your ladies too. My wife & Chris's wife will be there, should be a damned good time!!!

     

    I wish I could- Christy (my fiance) has a Dierks Bentley concert to go to. I told her if I was in her shoes I know where I would rather be. HAHA I guess she'll have to come to the next one.

  19. Chicago Area Gtg

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    oh you never know, he might actually do something and we could get done early and come your way...

     

    I would love to see your truck! hmmmm road trip meet over there would be cool...

    HEY BONJI... if you show up, you better wear that hat!!!! better yet where did you get it? i want one so bad:)

     

    Yup- it's right on the way to Zippy's

  21. Iowa Meet Time!

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    I would love to come but I have promised that weekend to the wife,she has been real cool about all the hours I've been workin and all the time spent on the truck on the weekends so I can't dissappoint her this time.I will mak it to Iowa one of these days though.

     

    I totally understand if you guys already have plans... You could maybe bring her on the 5th- or make THAT weekend the weekend with her. We can do your headliner at Chris' house on the 12th. You could bring her then too- TWO weekends in a row! :thumbs:

  22. Chicago Area Gtg

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    I'll be in Rosemont next weekend at the ChevyVettefest with my truck.

    It looks like Rosemont is about an hour east of Sycamore

    If any of the Chicago area guys have a chance, stop by and introduce yourself.

     

    Thanks,

    Stewart

     

    Seriously, if any Chicago guys are reading this- if your around Chicago next weekend, you gotta see his truck in person! It's hard to believe- but pictures don't do it enough justice! Stewart, your right- your gonna be about an hour west of me.

  24. Chicago Area Gtg

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    This is already kinda posted under the Headliner GTG, but I was worried maybe not everyone saw it because it just said my place- not Chicago area. Were planning on doing some installs and goofing off. Dinner is on the agenda as well, just not sure where yet. All are welcome. Let me know who's comin out. Chad

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