[kaisen]

Funny, I posted a couple threads and responses yesterday just a little while before this thread was started, so I missed it until notaBRG emailed me this thread. I'm not here quite as often, and my PM box is usually full so I don't even check. If anyone needs to get in touch, just email me at *edit*

Anyway, Tobra's assumption that the price of a car has anything to do with my interest is wrong. It can be $3,000 or $103,000, it doesn't matter to me. But some types of cars 'fit' better with what I can bring to the table.

A late model Dodge Nitro is pretty easy, but also easy to find at local dealers. I'd be happy to give you all the data to negotiate a good deal on existing inventory in/around Chicago, or help you by buying one at the auctions in Chicago and you can pick it up directly.

Also consider the Jeep Liberty, which is *exactly* the same thing as a Dodge Nitro with different cosmetics. Of course, there are lots of other choices depending on your needs. I'd likely point the average-Joe to a car-based crossover/CUV, but if you want an affordable small rear-drive-based traditional transfer case capable 4x4, the Nitro and Liberty are in a class of their own.

Email me and we'll see what we can come up with...