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Old 06-13-2011, 06:01 AM   #1
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So I'm 16 years old, I drive ALOT of people around and my car is simply too cramped, I can fit 6 other people MAX (dangerously). I'm also 5 feet 11 inches tall and I just can't find a comfortable position to set my seat. I just need something bigger. Should I sell my car, and if so for how much? Here are some specs and issues:

Windows don't work
Moonroof does work
New headunit with aux input
151,000 miles
sport package
newer tires
ac blows cold
inside door panels are ghettorigged on with big screws all around
front and back seats almost new
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Thanks for your help guys, and I've really enjoyed my car.
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Old 06-13-2011, 02:41 PM   #2
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six people in a ti? It's a wonder you still have a license, that would never fly over here.

the ti is at its best with 0 passengers, even one adult in the front seat starts to spoil the experience IMO. I would consider a PX on a 7-seater/minivan. At least it's designed for that many passengers. You are basically responsible for their lives so you owe it to them to transport them in something meant for the job.

As far as what to expect price-wise for your car, can't help there I'm afraid. The fact I'm hearing things like 'ghetto-rigged' doesn't bode well though!
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Old 06-13-2011, 02:54 PM   #3
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I'm 16 and I never let more then one passenger in my ti. Ever. If I wanna transport them. I take another car in my family, (range rover, FX, escalade, ect.) all the big cars to transport safely and comfortably. I'm taking my back seats out anyway. Maybe you should do that to stop the temptation.


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Old 06-13-2011, 03:45 PM   #4
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You need a big old crown vic or something of that variety.

Or find some friends that have jobs and cars of their own.

Lots of very easy and cheap problems to take care of though. Like 100 bucks....tops. Windows are an easy fix, door panels can be bought used cheap here...Sunroof is probably cheap, but a PITA. Sounds like a nice project car for someone.
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Old 06-13-2011, 06:49 PM   #5
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throw some pictures up.

Also I can go look at this car for anyone who is interested. It does sound like a nice project car.
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sell it.
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Old 06-14-2011, 12:28 AM   #7
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you could get a turbo Volvo V70, there's a fold down third row of seats in the back and you can make them pretty fast without too much work
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Old 06-14-2011, 03:45 AM   #8
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As is in Kansas I'd feel good if I got $3500.
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Old 06-14-2011, 10:20 PM   #9
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5'11" and can't find a comfortible position? I am afraid to ask what you consider confortible. I am the same height and have NO problem finding a good position behind the wheel
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Old 06-14-2011, 11:39 PM   #10
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im 6'5" and i make it work hahah. not much room for passengers behind me tho. post up some pics, that will help people get a better idea of the car and what its worth.
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Old 06-15-2011, 07:44 AM   #11
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6'0" and its one of the most comfortable cars I've ever owned.. Unless you tilt the seat back ricer/gangster style... I'd go for a 7 series if you can keep it running yourself...

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Old 06-19-2011, 01:39 PM   #12
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even a 7er is only meant for 4 passengers maximum. I remember Mercedes and Volvo used to make Station Wagons with a 3rd row of seats, back in the 80s/90s but I think the invention of the MPV put paid to those.

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Old 06-19-2011, 03:15 PM   #13
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Old 06-20-2011, 03:58 PM   #14
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Im 6ft.6" and i think the ride is great, yea no room in the back but why would you want people in there to slow you down and change your music anyway, if it was me i would keep it tell everyone else to walk
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