[Soterik]

Originally Posted by rammstein

The Cherokee or Subaru are both fine choices IMO. The extra ground-clearance of the Cherokee might tip the scales if you are going to be out during serious blizzards when you get 10+ inches on the road. Otherwise, the extra comfort of the Subie would be nice. A WRX would double as a fun car toom although I dunno if good examples can be had for $10k

Hadn't thought about the Cherokee....will look at that. Been looking at Subie's a lot... no WRX's fit the priceline unfortunately.

Clearance IS an issue....no question. I found a "lift" kit for the Passat, but it only raises it less than an inch.

thanks,
Eric