What would you buy for 15k?

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Jun 6, 2011 | 11:34 AM

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VRT MBasile

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I've been looking at pretty much all of the cars that have been mentioned. My GF really likes Mini's but I've never been a big fan. Sometimes I miss my 96 Miata and the S2000 is intriguing.

The Mini S's with the 6speed really are a blast to drive. I had the pleasure of abusing one around Ft Ord military base one time, it rocked!

Aboothman does make a good point though.

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Jun 6, 2011 | 11:45 AM

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Why not fix the cause of the oil issue? I really doubt it is a bad motor when it only has 130k. Then save your money for the car you really want, or something else.

Her mechanic has told her that it's not worth diagnosing. He can't tell why it's burning oil without pulling the engine apart. It's burning a quart every couple of gas tanks. She trusts her mechanic quite a bit since her family has been going there for a long time, but I suppose she couldn't hurt to get a second opinion.

Ultimately the decision is hers and it's her money to spend. I'm already driving the car I really wanted. It took me a while to decide on this one! I plan on keeping it a long time... at least another year.

Jun 6, 2011 | 11:52 AM

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Why not fix the cause of the oil issue? I really doubt it is a bad motor when it only has 130k. Then save your money for the car you really want, or something else.

This. Thats what I would do.

Jun 6, 2011 | 11:55 AM

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Jun 6, 2011 | 11:59 AM

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"Going there for a long time" makes me question the age and knowledge of the mechanic. A second opinion from a good import specialty shop wouldn't hurt.

Jun 6, 2011 | 12:01 PM

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"Going there for a long time" makes me question the age and knowledge of the mechanic. A second opinion from a good import specialty shop wouldn't hurt.

True, true. Can anyone recommend a good Honda mechanic in or near SF?