my car is starting to have transmission problems. its got 180k miles on it, needs new tires, new belts, will need new brakes before the winter, has some exhaust problems so may need a new catalytic converter soon too.
i havent had a car loan in 7 years, and when i did, i payed it off in half the time that i was suppose to. my credit right now sucks though because i used my credit cards to pay for my last two semesters of tuition (so $9.5k of $12.5k credit taken). by the end of the summer i will have all my debt paid off, but i dont think i have that long to get a new car. i'd like to find a place that would use my car as a down payment, or at least part of it. but i'm not sure how to find a place that takes pieces of shit (kbb value trade in value ~ $1.5k) as down payments. any advice in getting a new car that isnt a piece of shit?
or if you get full coverage, sideswipe a bridge before hitting a pole
Isaiah Wood
Why are you looking for validation?
Your car is fine and you just want to justify wasting money on a new one don't you.
Levi Williams
>transmission problems get that shit fixed asap, transmissions are a bitch to deal with
>its got 180k miles on it depending on the car and the maintenance performed, it can easily get another 100k miles
>needs new tires don't skip out on tires, m8, otherwise you're in for a bad time.
>belts that comes with regular maintenance and high miles, buy them yourself and ask the Veeky Forumstists for help
>brakes again, buy these yourself but like tires, don't skip out on them, and again ask the Veeky Forumstists for help on how to do a brake job
>catalytic converter If the problem here is getting a vehicle inspection sticker, and you are failing the test because of a bad cc, go to a local independent small time shop and have them clear the check engine light codes (or you can even do it yourself) and drive around for a bit. Following that, get the test and you'll pass. If that's not the case, then go to a junkyard and pull one from a similar car
Aiden Powell
>>belts >that comes with regular maintenance and high miles, buy them yourself and ask the Veeky Forumstists for help >>brakes >again, buy these yourself but like tires, don't skip out on them, and again ask the Veeky Forumstists for help on how to do a brake job Seconding this, once you know how, replacing belts and brake pads for any pre-2010's car is almost easier than changing the oil.
Aaron Ortiz
>car dealership owner fag
What is the year, make, model of the car? I doubt any dealer is going to give you $1500 on trade for it (for what i assume is a small economy car). KKB does a poor job of giving true values for cheap cars.
Nathaniel Scott
Also, all these people trying to give advice without knowing what model / year the car is are ridiculous. There can be huge differences in cost from one vehicle to another when it comes to transmissions, tires, etc.
Sebastian Phillips
2005 ford escape
all 4 tires is $400, belts/plugs is $150, front brakes are $250, plus labor for all that is probably $400. and any tranny work is anywhere from $400-1400. so to keep it it would cost between $1.6k-2.6k, not include the catalic converter which has had to be welded back on twice in the last 3 years..
Justin Barnes
Just remove the catalytic converter what state do you live in
Elijah Wright
ct, emissions every 2 years but i just passed 6 months ago
Lucas Ward
Wew, lemon, I know because I own one. Wait until the alternator goes, it's under the engine and above the axle. Ford procedure is like 8 hours labor. It can be done in 4 another way tho. Also tranny went on mine, coil on plugs went, alternator twice, alignments a lot of tires wear badly, electrical problems with door sensors...it goes on and on. Good luck but lost cause in the end.
Nathan King
my alternator went around 50k miles ago on me in the middle of the highway. was lucky to make it to the side of the road.
how much was the tranny work?
Cameron Lee
if possible just buy a bicycle. you said youll have your cards paid off in a few months. tough it out on a bike and then once your cards are paid buy a new car.
Austin Kelly
i commute 60 miles round trip twice a week for one of my jobs
Kayden Sullivan
Heres some info if you decide to keep the Escape
>>>Tire cost installed (2 possible tires sizes depending on trim):
Walmart tires are fine for an escape. The rear geometry of the suspension is terrible so you blow threw sets of tires regardless of what brand you put on there. Might as well save the money
>>> Belts and Plugs >2.3 liter 4 cylinder Do the spark plugs and coil over plugs yourself. very easy to do on this motor. Mechanic for the belts, unless you are inclined. Buy the coil plugs on Amazon, buy the spark plugs and belts at an auto parts store. Mechanics typically won't let you bring in your own parts for them to use.
>3.0 Liter 6 cylinder The spark plugs and coil over plugs will be more difficult to do yourself on the v6, due to the available space in the engine bay to access the rear coil plugs. If you do decide to do it, once again buy the coil plugs on Amazon, buy the spark plugs and belts at an auto parts store. You'll get raped by a mechanic to have them do this repair, since you'll get fleeced on the parts they have to use from the auto parts store. Coil plugs have huge mark up at o'riellys / napa / etc.
>Hybrid Escape Trade that pos in and get away from it.
>>> Front brakes Unless you are mechanically inclined have a mechanic do these. You don't want to fuck with the brakes if you are not confident on working on them, too much liability if you mess up and hit someone or crash your car because you forget a step during the reassembly. Should be about $100 in parts and $130 in labour to have the fronts done. Parts stores and the internet are about the same on prices for these.
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Samuel Hall
Cont.
>>> Transmission >Front wheel drive $400 to $1400 is a fair estimate, I would probably bank on it being on the high side of that. There is no such thing as cheap transmission repair, you get what you pay for. If a shop has better reviews and a better facility, go there even if they are more expensive. Don’t need to shell out $1000~ for a shit job and a still broken tranny from a shop that won’t stand behind there work
>All wheel drive I haven’t had to do replace an Escape AWD transmission, but if it’s anything like other awd fords it will be very expensive. Explorers are around $3600 for an AWD tranny to replaced and installed. If this is the case trade it in.
>>> Emissions My state has no emissions testing so I have limited knowledge other than cats are expensive.
>>> Rear strut tower mounts CHECK THEM RIGHT NOW. If they are rotted out from rust get rid the thing, do not put any more money into that dead car driving
TL, DR >FWD 4 cylinder Keep it >FWD 6 cylinder Keep it >AWD 4 cylinder Trade it >AWD 6 cylinder Toss up, I would still probably trade it >Hybrid anything Trade it >Bonus round: Rusty rear strut towers Trade it
Landon Thompson
pic related, bad rear strut tower mounts
Connor Myers
2sp00py4me, m8.
Josiah Cox
go on craiglist and low ball everyone
John Morgan
>my car is starting to have >180k miles > Laundry list Get rid of it fast, it's dying. It's going to cost more than it's worth in repairs.
Check your local dealerships, explain that you need a newer car. Dress well, be polite, and they'll run your credit for a loan to see what you can afford. Don't try and use your car as a trade-in. Sell privately after you clean it and empty it out. Discount it due to needing new tires, don't mention the rest. You'll get more for it that way.
James Wright
OP, if you do try and sell your car privately, do not refrain from mention the other problems. While this poster (I'm sure) is trying to look out for you, what they are saying is to screw other user out of a car. It's an incredibly scummy tactic, and even if you did not mention the other issues, anyone with half a brain will notice the cars problems upon inspection and during the test drive. Yes that includes the car feeling "funny" while driving and braking, looking under the hood at the worn belts, and noticing little tread on the tires.
TLDR: this op's advice on going to a dealership is another option, but don't listen to him about not mentioning the problems if you plan to sell it privately - that's a dirty move.
Daniel Butler
OP here, i just got back from tranny shop in my tower with good reviews. seemed like a good guy. showed me prices for other escapes, ranged between $2700-$3000 for what i need done. i have no 2nd or 4th gear. will most likely start calling dealerships tomorrow..
Ryder Harris
Sell the car and buy a camry for 6k. Dont spend another dime on it. Ford is shit
Elijah Morgan
i enjoyed your reading your posts even though I don't own that car, have a (you).
