Buying an Old SUV

irfan.rafiq
By irfan.rafiq

Is it advisable to buy a second hand 2005/2004 model SUV maybe FORD or GMC or Chevy Trail Blazer ? How is the experience, is the maintenance cost too expensive for an old SUV ?

By sanuvengattu• 30 Sep 2009 10:47
Rating: 5/5
sanuvengattu

better you try toyota or nissan suv. Spare parts and maintenance will be cheaper and available.

By brotherjoe• 30 Sep 2009 10:30
Rating: 3/5
brotherjoe

I'd buy one only if it is being sold by an expat who is leaving the country. NEVER buy one from the locals - they generally kill the vehicle in the first year, try repairing it for the next 2 years and finally sell it by the fourth year.

By baldrick2dogs• 30 Sep 2009 10:19
Rating: 5/5
baldrick2dogs

No problem. Make sure it's well maintained. I have a 2001 and it's in great condition.

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