Serious car dilemma repair or replace? 2008 Camry Hybrid 170,000 miles?
Okay I promise this is my last question.
I found someone who can replace my Hybrid battery pack for 2000, 5 year warranty.
Dealership said 3000 for trade in.
I'm on the fence on whether I should take the 5000 and put it toward a nice used car, or just spend the 2000 and keep my car.
Considering…
-2008 Lexus 205 120,000 miles, test drove, rides great.
-2015 Ford fiesta 11,000 miles, certified 7 year warranty.
Are fiestas good cars? I heard Toyota Camrys are built to last but I'm not really sure about the hybrid system, but I'm thinking if I spend 2000 and I get 5 more years out of this car that would be great or I can run into a bunch of different problems down the road that adds more money to pain…
What should I do! I will Award Best answer I promise
It depends on the overall condition of the car and whether or not you want to move on. If your suspension parts aren't worn out already, that will eventually happen. As will certain sensors running at least $100 each. The automatic transmission may also end up going belly up soon. I personally dislike hybrids because the cost of a replacement battery can outweigh the fuel savings. People who don't work on their own vehicles are better off with a newer vehicle. And even with old economy cars, you buy something that is simple in design, easy to fix, and relatively reliable to begin with. Fuel costs are not your primary concern. I would say no to the Lexus due to the cost of parts. As for the Fiesta, stay away. Ford's quality control is all over the place and their economy cars often are unreliable.
Roll the dice. Get the Camry repaired.
Where did you get $5000? The offer was $3000.
Id look for a used battery pack.
Certified means overpriced. Most 7 year warranty's for used cars are not worth a dime.
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