Finding That Perfect Car For Summer
Summer is upon us and looking for the perfect car, no matter where you live, can be a challenge. The types of cars and their numerous options are endless. To refine your decision, first you should ask yourself what you are looking for. Make a list of everything you want to do and see this summer and decide if your current vehicle can fit the bill.
For instance, are you somebody who just wants to take a long road trip and enjoy the sun and wind in your hair? Then a convertible is right for you. But which convertible should you choose? There are many out there on the market these days. The price range is just as variable. When shopping for a convertible, do you need rear seats for guests or extra luggage? Do you want something sporty and powerful or economic? Both are important questions as they can determine the difference between purchasing a Corvette or a Mini Cooper. While the Corvette packs a lot of punch, the Mini Cooper gets 28 to 36 miles per gallon. That is a lot of miles one can put on a tank of gas. If you want punch but don't have the money for a Corvette, there is also the Ford Mustang. This muscle car doesn't get bad mileage either, averaging around 26 miles per gallon.
If you are looking to combine some four-wheel drive action with a little convertibleness, you might want to try the Jeep Wrangler. While getting the top off and on isn't as convenient as with the sedans, it does get you off road.
Speaking of off-road, there are a number of four-wheel drive SUV's on the market these days. The question is how much room do you need? Jeep has other models than their Wrangler that offer more interior room. The Patriot has rear fold down seats for campers to sleep within their vehicle. Chrysler even has a roomy SUV called the Town and Country. It too has a flexible seating configuration allowing more room inside for more stuff on the outside. For better fuel efficiency, there is the Subaru Outback. It can go off road, has seats that fold down for sleeping, optional racks for hauling gear and gets around 28 mpg. The Chevy Tahoe Hybrid has a lot of room and includes a 115 volt outlet which can run small electronics without draining the battery. This is great for the casual camper who likes their television and coffee maker while roughing it in the woods.
Towing toys this summer? Whether you have a camper trailer, boat, quads or all of the above, you will need good towing power on your summer vehicle. There are plenty of trucks and SUVs on the market that can pull anything from 8,000 to 16,000 pounds. The strongest of these would be the Dodge Ram 3500. It is said to have more than 16,000 pounds of towing capacity. Behind it is the GMC Sierra 1500 with a 9,990 pound rating. Of course you can step up the towing capacity of the Sierra by going into a more heavy-duty truck series and even Dodge, Ford and Chevy are just as compatible.
Want an SUV that can tow? How about the Nissan Armada, its towing capacity is just over 9,000 pounds. It is also very roomy. The Dodge Durango isn't as big but can tow 8,950 pounds. The Chevy Suburban and GMC Yukon XL can also tow their weight and are big enough for those large families.
If you aren't up for camping on the ground or staying in hotel rooms, there is always the old stand-by Volkswagen camper van or as it is also called Eurovan or Vanowagon - depending on the model you choose. These vehicles often come with everything -including the kitchen sink. If you just want something you can sleep in without all the extra equipment, the Honda Element is quite roomy as well, with space for two adults to sleep comfortably on a double mattress.
Whatever your needs might be, there is most likely a summer vehicle for you out there.
Greg Chapman of Greg Chapman Motors is a knowledgable and leading provider of used cars, trucks, and SUV’s. Since 1959, Chapman motors has supplied reliable used car Austin and the surrounding area. For more information please visit http://www.gregchapmanmotors.com.
For instance, are you somebody who just wants to take a long road trip and enjoy the sun and wind in your hair? Then a convertible is right for you. But which convertible should you choose? There are many out there on the market these days. The price range is just as variable. When shopping for a convertible, do you need rear seats for guests or extra luggage? Do you want something sporty and powerful or economic? Both are important questions as they can determine the difference between purchasing a Corvette or a Mini Cooper. While the Corvette packs a lot of punch, the Mini Cooper gets 28 to 36 miles per gallon. That is a lot of miles one can put on a tank of gas. If you want punch but don't have the money for a Corvette, there is also the Ford Mustang. This muscle car doesn't get bad mileage either, averaging around 26 miles per gallon.
If you are looking to combine some four-wheel drive action with a little convertibleness, you might want to try the Jeep Wrangler. While getting the top off and on isn't as convenient as with the sedans, it does get you off road.
Speaking of off-road, there are a number of four-wheel drive SUV's on the market these days. The question is how much room do you need? Jeep has other models than their Wrangler that offer more interior room. The Patriot has rear fold down seats for campers to sleep within their vehicle. Chrysler even has a roomy SUV called the Town and Country. It too has a flexible seating configuration allowing more room inside for more stuff on the outside. For better fuel efficiency, there is the Subaru Outback. It can go off road, has seats that fold down for sleeping, optional racks for hauling gear and gets around 28 mpg. The Chevy Tahoe Hybrid has a lot of room and includes a 115 volt outlet which can run small electronics without draining the battery. This is great for the casual camper who likes their television and coffee maker while roughing it in the woods.
Towing toys this summer? Whether you have a camper trailer, boat, quads or all of the above, you will need good towing power on your summer vehicle. There are plenty of trucks and SUVs on the market that can pull anything from 8,000 to 16,000 pounds. The strongest of these would be the Dodge Ram 3500. It is said to have more than 16,000 pounds of towing capacity. Behind it is the GMC Sierra 1500 with a 9,990 pound rating. Of course you can step up the towing capacity of the Sierra by going into a more heavy-duty truck series and even Dodge, Ford and Chevy are just as compatible.
Want an SUV that can tow? How about the Nissan Armada, its towing capacity is just over 9,000 pounds. It is also very roomy. The Dodge Durango isn't as big but can tow 8,950 pounds. The Chevy Suburban and GMC Yukon XL can also tow their weight and are big enough for those large families.
If you aren't up for camping on the ground or staying in hotel rooms, there is always the old stand-by Volkswagen camper van or as it is also called Eurovan or Vanowagon - depending on the model you choose. These vehicles often come with everything -including the kitchen sink. If you just want something you can sleep in without all the extra equipment, the Honda Element is quite roomy as well, with space for two adults to sleep comfortably on a double mattress.
Whatever your needs might be, there is most likely a summer vehicle for you out there.
Greg Chapman of Greg Chapman Motors is a knowledgable and leading provider of used cars, trucks, and SUV’s. Since 1959, Chapman motors has supplied reliable used car Austin and the surrounding area. For more information please visit http://www.gregchapmanmotors.com.
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