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9/8/22

I'm in My 20s With Money for Impractical Fun! What Car Should I Buy?

This week's advice-seeker has a budget of $25,000 for a sporty car that can handle road trips and track days alike.

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PublishedSeptember 8, 2022

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9/1/22

I Need a Suitable Replacement for My Turbo Subaru Sedan! What Car Should I Buy?

Rich has a $35,000 budget for something sporty-ish, reliable, and family-friendly.

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PublishedSeptember 1, 2022

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8/26/22

Why Are Dealers Running Ads For Cars They Don't Have?

Even in a sellers's market, there are a few reasons why dealers still spend ad money

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PublishedAugust 26, 2022

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8/25/22

I'm a Big Guy Looking for a Big Ride With Lower Fuel Costs! What Car Should I Buy?

A $50,000 budget for a comfy cruiser that won't drain his wallet at the pump

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PublishedAugust 25, 2022

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8/18/22

I Need a Fun, Manual Car Suitable for a Short Person! What Should I Buy?

Needs a more reliable, sub $20k replacement for a Fiat 500

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PublishedAugust 18, 2022

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8/11/22

I Don't Like Driving So I Need a Car That Makes it Pleasant! What Should I Buy?

This week's advice-seeker has a $40,000 budget and just wants to make the chore of driving tolerable.

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PublishedAugust 11, 2022

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8/5/22

The 'Best Time to Buy a New Car' No Longer Exists

Conventional wisdom on "the best month to buy a new car" doesn't apply in the messed-up car market of 2022.

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PublishedAugust 5, 2022

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8/4/22

I Need Exotic Looks And Road Trip Comfort! What Car Should I Buy?

A $120,000 budget for a high-end ride that can handle long drives.

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PublishedAugust 4, 2022

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8/1/22

Disabled Traveler Had Two Wheelchairs Broken in the Same Month After Flying American Airlines

Dept of Transportation data says an average of 35.8 chairs are damaged every day.

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PublishedAugust 1, 2022

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7/28/22

I Need an Affordable Convertible With Back Seats! What Car Should I Buy?

A $20,000 budget for a droptop with usable rear seats and an automatic transmission.

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PublishedJuly 28, 2022

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7/22/22

Buying a Small Car Is Not an Actual Solution to This Overpriced Market

Overpaying for a Civic instead of overpaying for a Pilot doesn't seem like helpful advice.

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PublishedJuly 22, 2022

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7/21/22

I Can't Drive Stick Anymore But Still Want Something Fun! What Car Should I Buy?

A $20,000 budget in Northern California for something fun, practical, and reliable, but no third pedal.

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PublishedJuly 21, 2022

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7/15/22

These Outdated Car-Buying Tips Could Hurt You in Today's Crazy Market

Face it: In the red-hot car market of 2022, "negotiate up from invoice pricing" is going to get you laughed out of…

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PublishedJuly 15, 2022

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7/14/22

We Want a Nice Car in a Fun Color With a Heated Steering Wheel! What Should We Buy?

A $60,000 budget for something easy to fit in an urban parking garage, and definitely not anything painted black or…

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PublishedJuly 14, 2022

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7/7/22

I'm Selling My Fiat for Obvious Reasons and Need a Replacement! What Car Should I Buy?

A college student needs a slightly more reliable replacement for his Abarth.

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PublishedJuly 7, 2022

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7/7/22

Here Is How To Prevent Having a Car Payment That’s Too High

Understanding auto loans isn't rocket science, but it does actually require math.

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PublishedJuly 7, 2022

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7/1/22

Is It Better To Repair Or Replace Your Aging Vehicle in This Car Market?

There are a lot of factors to consider but the value of your current ride isn't one of them

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PublishedJuly 1, 2022

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6/30/22

My Civic Was Crushed By a Falling Branch! What Car Should I Buy?

Finding a replacement for around $14,000 isn't as easy as it used to be.

Tom McParland

PublishedJune 30, 2022

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6/23/22

I Want a Car That Can Handle the Beach and Dress Up As Well! What Should I Buy?

HD lost their Maserati to a fire on Father's Day and is looking for a beach-going but snazzy replacement

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PublishedJune 23, 2022

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6/16/22

I Took A Pay Cut And Now My Tesla Has Got To Go! What Car Should I Buy?

A $27,000 budget for a fun, fast, and reliable four-door

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PublishedJune 16, 2022

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Tom McParland's posts

I'm in My 20s With Money for Impractical Fun! What Car Should I Buy?

I Need a Suitable Replacement for My Turbo Subaru Sedan! What Car Should I Buy?

Why Are Dealers Running Ads For Cars They Don't Have?

I'm a Big Guy Looking for a Big Ride With Lower Fuel Costs! What Car Should I Buy?

I Need a Fun, Manual Car Suitable for a Short Person! What Should I Buy?

I Don't Like Driving So I Need a Car That Makes it Pleasant! What Should I Buy?

The 'Best Time to Buy a New Car' No Longer Exists

I Need Exotic Looks And Road Trip Comfort! What Car Should I Buy?

Disabled Traveler Had Two Wheelchairs Broken in the Same Month After Flying American Airlines

I Need an Affordable Convertible With Back Seats! What Car Should I Buy?

Buying a Small Car Is Not an Actual Solution to This Overpriced Market

I Can't Drive Stick Anymore But Still Want Something Fun! What Car Should I Buy?

These Outdated Car-Buying Tips Could Hurt You in Today's Crazy Market

We Want a Nice Car in a Fun Color With a Heated Steering Wheel! What Should We Buy?

I'm Selling My Fiat for Obvious Reasons and Need a Replacement! What Car Should I Buy?

Here Is How To Prevent Having a Car Payment That’s Too High

Is It Better To Repair Or Replace Your Aging Vehicle in This Car Market?

My Civic Was Crushed By a Falling Branch! What Car Should I Buy?

I Want a Car That Can Handle the Beach and Dress Up As Well! What Should I Buy?

I Took A Pay Cut And Now My Tesla Has Got To Go! What Car Should I Buy?