Hey guys and gals I joined here to try and learn about the Panthers as a potential buyer. I have always been a Ford guy, but right now am saddled with a Chevy.
My grandparents bought a new Impala, gave my mom their 08, and offered me my mom's 07 instead of trading it in.
It definitely isn't my first choice of a car, but for $800 I couldn't pass it up. It's clean and has 122k. My Ranger I sold was a 99 with 175k. The truck was basic and small so this impala has been a definite upgrade. I like being able to take my kids places without taking my wife's car also.
I figured worst case I could sell the car for more than my old Ranger. Well I came across a guy selling a 2005 CV. His ad says it has 100k, and was assigned to one detective it's whole life. I'm assuming it is a P71, although it has the civilian looking interior and no holes or spotlight.
Out of curiosity I asked if he'd trade for an impala. He was interested so we may meet up and look them over.
I just want to know how these cars typically fare over 100k. I know the engines are good, my biggest concern is the 4r70w. Are they pretty durable? At work I have an e350 van with a 5.4L/4r100. It has 221k miles and other than spitting a few plugs out it has been flawless.
Anyway sorry for being so long, I just like the idea of a V8 and RWD, and getting back in a Ford.
Joey
My grandparents bought a new Impala, gave my mom their 08, and offered me my mom's 07 instead of trading it in.
It definitely isn't my first choice of a car, but for $800 I couldn't pass it up. It's clean and has 122k. My Ranger I sold was a 99 with 175k. The truck was basic and small so this impala has been a definite upgrade. I like being able to take my kids places without taking my wife's car also.
I figured worst case I could sell the car for more than my old Ranger. Well I came across a guy selling a 2005 CV. His ad says it has 100k, and was assigned to one detective it's whole life. I'm assuming it is a P71, although it has the civilian looking interior and no holes or spotlight.
Out of curiosity I asked if he'd trade for an impala. He was interested so we may meet up and look them over.
I just want to know how these cars typically fare over 100k. I know the engines are good, my biggest concern is the 4r70w. Are they pretty durable? At work I have an e350 van with a 5.4L/4r100. It has 221k miles and other than spitting a few plugs out it has been flawless.
Anyway sorry for being so long, I just like the idea of a V8 and RWD, and getting back in a Ford.
Joey
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