[jbripps]

Hi all,

I know this is off topic, but I don't frequent any other boards, so please bear with me. For those of you offended, just click that "back" button on your browser, and spare me of your belly aching.

It's time to turn the daily driver back in, and I'm looking for some input on what to replace it with. Right now, I have a Saab 9-3 ('99), and I've got a few months left on the lease. The car has taken somewhat of a "beating" and I'd rather not buy it, even though the price would be pretty reasonable.

Since I got my P-Car, the Saab has taken a backseat and now sits in the driveway. My wife's Forrester is in the garage too, but there's no sense in arguing about that....I'm lucky enough she didn't leave me when I drove the 911 home.

Anyhow, I've been researching, a lot, and I'd like to get a preowned car, as it will be outside and exposed to the elements, so I don't want to bother getting anything new.

So, I want to get a good car, reliablity a major factor, as well as style. Also, I DO NOT want to spend more than 20 grand, and would like something fairly recent ('98/'99).

It seems that the infiniti Q45 is a great bang for the buck, as far as midsize cars. The resale value is somewhat bad, which is good for me.

Alternatively, should I go the SUV route, I've just heard too many negatives about Jeep Cherokees once they get around 40K old. So, It seems that the Landrover Discovery would be a good choice? Decent reliability, reasonable pricing on the preowned, etc.

Anyone have experience with these sleds?? Any input or alternative suggestions would be greatly appreciate.

thanks so much.

JON
'85 Targa