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I don't see what the issue with calibers are. I've driven the srt4 one here at work a couple times and it's pretty decent. A tad bumpy sometimes. And my legs are an awkward length, I need the seat to be farther forward to push the clutch all the way and wish It had an electric seat so I can move it back just a hair. I want to get away from the big cars. They ride nice, but are horrible on fuel. I've found a couple srt4 neon with less than 60k for close to 9 grand. Which we could do that price, but only if the mileage is that low.

 

 

You are forgetting the srt4 will require premium fuel and will get about the same mpg (within a mile or 2) as a crown vic that only needs 87 octane. If things are still tight for you guys a turbo car is the last thing you want. Get something NA that is know to run forever.

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http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/5234794791.html

 

Ok not sure why the link doesn't work on my phone. But it's a 2008 srt4 caliber with 4500 miles. But has been wrecked and everything replaced. They're asking 8500. It's in grove city and it's a black one if anyone wants to look it up.

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http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/5234794791.html

 

Ok not sure why the link doesn't work on my phone. But it's a 2008 srt4 caliber with 4500 miles. But has been wrecked and everything replaced. They're asking 8500. It's in grove city and it's a black one if anyone wants to look it up.

 

" Salvage title, I bought it wrecked and had it completely fixed"

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Also someone mentioned buying new. I just toyed around with the build a car thing on the dodge website. I built a dart, manual because the auto sucks. It came to 20,495. I can lease for 302/month or buy for 256. Other than the obvious lower payment, what's the benefits of either? For the lease I chose 48 months and 15k miles per year.
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I wouldn't lease, you could end up owing money at the end of the lease if you go over the miles. With buying you take the big depreciation hit, but you will have the warranty. On second thought, don't buy anything dodge in your price range or, as stated before, anything with a turbo in your price range. Buy something reliable (or as I said, keep what you have) and if you wish to have a toy then buy something cheap that you can build to your liking. I know I will probably get some hate for this, but a dsm would probably be a good toy for you. They are cheap and they can be quick.
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http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/5234794791.html

 

Ok not sure why the link doesn't work on my phone. But it's a 2008 srt4 caliber with 4500 miles. But has been wrecked and everything replaced. They're asking 8500. It's in grove city and it's a black one if anyone wants to look it up.

 

Also, why are the miles so low? When was it in an accident and how much damage would have to been done to total it out?

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But if it checks out good, would it be ok? Seems like a good deal. But also seems too good to be true.

 

Can you elaborate on "checking it out good" in terms of a salvage title anything?

 

Would you honestly be able to buy this salvage title turbo dodge thing and tote your family around in it with a good conscience?

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Don't buy a used turbo car. Buy that new. If you want something to keep your family safe buy a honda. If you only have one car your precious cargo should be at the top of your priorities list. Once you can afford two cars you can buy a fun srt-4 or whatever.

 

Here look at this one. It is from a dealer. You could find something cheaper if you want to find a private seller.

 

http://www.germainhondaofdublin.com/used/Honda/2011-Honda-Civic-Columbus-964c856a0a0e0a175a16d696170feb58.htm

 

 

Here is an older and cheaper Si model. You could have fun with this. http://columbus.craigslist.org/cto/5263572333.html

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