- psychosockmonkee
- Jan 31, 2010
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I have to return some video tapes
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So we've begun the process of shopping for a minivan as we fit the use case - one toddler already and two more on the way.
The market pretty much looks like this, in no particular order:
Dodge Grand Caravan
Toyota Sienna SE
Chrysler Town and Country / New Pacifica
Kia Sedona
Honda Odyssey
We're in the fortunate position where we don't give a poo poo about the cost of a ~3 year old used one because we can pay cash; though depending on financing rates we may take a small loan and pay out of the savings we've already established so we can keep the cash on hand for "oh poo poo," above and beyond the emergency savings that are stockpiled. We've started comparison shopping but a 20 minute test drive can only give you the impression that "yep, it's a minivan."
1. What minivan do you have/like and why? What are the daily operational things that annoy/please you?
2. If the rates make sense, has anyone else done the "get a loan with a large down payment instead of paying cash" route?
1. We bought a 2010 Kia Sedona brand new. It has had zero issues over the last 6 years and is a great no-frills minivan. So basically it lacks some of the comforts I would appreciate, but does it's job well as a family hauler and has all your basic needs. We went this route because at the time, the brand new Sedona was the same price as a 3-4 year old Honda/Toyota and Kia has great warranties. It's made several long road trips with no issues.
I do think the newer Sedonas have stepped up their game quite a bit as far as trim levels and options.
2. Can't help you there..... 6 years ago we had little savings and financed most of it.
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