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Starting my search
I have decided to replace my 2003 SSR as it has reached 177k miles.
I am just beginning the learning process but after reviewing the first page of C4s for sale I think I have figured out that a C4 or maybe C5 automatic will be in my $10,000 price range. I owned a 1984 C4 back in 1991 so have some idea what they are like.
I have some unusual requirements and invite you all to comment in any helpful manner.
1. Reliability - I am retired and living on a fixed income so unscheduled expenses are to be avoided whenever possible.
2. Car will be driven very little (less than 500 miles per month) but will be the only vehicle I own. Car will be started a couple times a week.
3. Car will be parked outside in the south Florida sun and rain.
I value your experience and hope you can advise me on years, models and features to seek out or avoid as well as maintenance costs to plan on. Thanks in advance for your time.
I am just beginning the learning process but after reviewing the first page of C4s for sale I think I have figured out that a C4 or maybe C5 automatic will be in my $10,000 price range. I owned a 1984 C4 back in 1991 so have some idea what they are like.
I have some unusual requirements and invite you all to comment in any helpful manner.
1. Reliability - I am retired and living on a fixed income so unscheduled expenses are to be avoided whenever possible.
2. Car will be driven very little (less than 500 miles per month) but will be the only vehicle I own. Car will be started a couple times a week.
3. Car will be parked outside in the south Florida sun and rain.
I value your experience and hope you can advise me on years, models and features to seek out or avoid as well as maintenance costs to plan on. Thanks in advance for your time.
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Should be able to find a nice, low mileage C4 or a higher mileage C5 within your budget.
Good luck with your search/decision!
Should be able to find a nice, low mileage C4 or a higher mileage C5 within your budget.
Good luck with your search/decision!
