Should I buy an Aztek or Montana???

02-17-2005, 12:30 AM

Its a sad sad day

i gotta give up my 99Grand Am GT. its just toooo small with the 2 kids now.

Im not sure im ready to go the mini van direction .. but would I really have much more room by goin up to an Aztek?

I have driven both and would probabally be happy with either one in the end.

Braves299 · 02-17-2005, 12:34 AM

equinox

edit: and if you HAD to go for somethin used possibly like an aztek, i would suggest looking at the Rondevouz (spelling??) Its not great, but its def. better lookin than the Aztec, and basically the same thing.

AznGA · 02-17-2005, 12:40 AM

I second Equinox. It's a good looking SUV, especially the tailights.

vinniGT · 02-17-2005, 01:13 AM

range rover.........

Equinox is coo, if you cant afford the rover get the equinox

HiFiCarGuy · 02-17-2005, 01:42 AM

My mom has an Aztek and loves it. It's actually really versitile and cool. If the thing weren't so damned ugly, I'd be driving one. You should be able to find a nice used one, or even a new one for pretty cheap. I'd say bang for your buck wise, it's Aztek hands down.

SC/TGrandAm · 02-17-2005, 01:52 AM

Its a sad day..... its going to be an even sadder day when you buy an ASSTEK.

GregFarz78 · 02-17-2005, 05:39 AM

Both are horrible choices...buy a honda or toyota

eren00gt · 02-17-2005, 06:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Clyde

Its a sad sad day

i gotta give up my 99Grand Am GT. its just toooo small with the 2 kids now.

Im not sure im ready to go the mini van direction .. but would I really have much more room by goin up to an Aztek?

I have driven both and would probabally be happy with either one in the end.

Don't give up so easily. I have 3 kids and an 00 GT coupe. My wife drives a Chrysler van and we use it for whole family outings. But I take 2 of the kids to school each day and the other to day care. I'll admit my next car will be a sedan, probably. I guess it just depends on how you are using it, I'm not ready to give mine up yet, at least not for another 2 years when it's paid for.

Ant · 02-17-2005, 07:12 AM

chrysler 300.

bigbenSC · 02-17-2005, 07:19 AM

How many seats do you need, if its 5 go for the Equinox, if its 7 then you should get a van, however GM's vans aren't that great compared to Chryslers, Toyotas, or Hondas.

teambeechstreet · 02-17-2005, 10:23 AM

Toyota 4Runner, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda Element > Asstek

'01GTgirl · 02-17-2005, 10:45 AM

aztek =

in my opinion.

GrahamKracka · 02-17-2005, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GregFarz78

Both are horrible choices...buy a honda or toyota

2003SCT · 02-17-2005, 12:20 PM

Here's the thing......Equinox is a WAY "cooler" car, no question

BUT

If you've seen what kind of prices you can get slightly used Azteks for....from just off dealer auctions AND GM program cars(5-10K only one them).......you'd actually consider one. My father, who owns a dealership, has been seeing 03's with plenty of options go for like $10 grand or some crazy low amount. He was considering picking one up for me cause they can be had for HUGELY cheap prices if you got auction hookups. I dont fancy the look of them but for a great deal, Ill just tint the windows/

CHRIS

pontga00 · 02-17-2005, 12:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2003SCT

My father, who owns a dealership...CHRIS

Ummmm...if thats the case, he should be able to get you "the hook up" on any vehicle...

Mike3800 · 02-17-2005, 02:17 PM

http://automobiles.honda.com/models/...rDetected=True

Honda Odessy, starts at 25 grand, and you won't lose any real power or speed. Tons of room. Great resale, great saftey, great reliability.

If you are a person that feels obligated to buy American then the Saturn Vue might be a good option. Not as roomy as an Oddesy, but it is about the same size as an Eqiunox, AND 250HP with the V6 model, you will actually GAIN acceleration over your Grand Am.

So... 1. Odd I See or 2. The View of Saturn.

DrFabulous · 02-17-2005, 02:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike3800

http://automobiles.honda.com/models/...rDetected=True

Honda Odessy, starts at 25 grand, and you won't lose any real power or speed. Tons of room. Great resale, great saftey, great reliability.

If you are a person that feels obligated to buy American then the Saturn Vue might be a good option. Not as roomy as an Oddesy, but it is about the same size as an Eqiunox, AND 250HP with the V6 model, you will actually GAIN acceleration over your Grand Am.

So... 1. Odd I See or 2. The View of Saturn.

I've driven a 2002 Oddesy... lots of power, nice to drive. Two Vue's in my family, both 4cyls tho... I've taken a V6 for a cruise, nice car. Only gripe is the interior is kinda cheap, seats kinda suck. But maybe check out the redline version?

02-17-2005, 03:12 PM

My sister has a Honda Oddessy. Nice van, decent power and has a DVD player and screen for the kiddies. That would be my choice over the Aztech and the Equinox.

GregFarz78 · 02-17-2005, 04:46 PM

If you're concerned about resale value dont buy a GM mini van or SUV period...honda is probably the way to go

02-17-2005, 05:20 PM

honestly if i did buy a minivan it would probabally be the Dodge Caravan or a Chevy Venture.
i would LOVE an equinox but its not in the budget right now.

we're looking to buy something a lil older ... well ... 2001 i guess.

i wasnt too keen on this Aztek at first but once i seen it i kinda like it. Its black with dark tinted windows actually looks pretty good and it LOADED as can be.

02-17-2005, 12:30 AM	#1
Clyde Guest Posts: n/a	Should I buy an Aztek or Montana??? Its a sad sad day i gotta give up my 99Grand Am GT. its just toooo small with the 2 kids now. Im not sure im ready to go the mini van direction .. but would I really have much more room by goin up to an Aztek? I have driven both and would probabally be happy with either one in the end.

02-17-2005, 12:34 AM	#2
Braves299 WVU owns you AKA: David Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Derwood, Maryland Age: 36 Posts: 2,170 Vehicle: '99 GA SE 3.4, '06 Ram	equinox edit: and if you HAD to go for somethin used possibly like an aztek, i would suggest looking at the Rondevouz (spelling??) Its not great, but its def. better lookin than the Aztec, and basically the same thing. __________________ Carl Lee Combs July 8, 1944 - February 20, 2002 "Gone for now, never forgotten" Last edited by Braves299; 02-17-2005 at 12:43 AM.

02-17-2005, 01:13 AM	#4
vinniGT GAGT - Member AKA: Vincent Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Albuquerque, NM Age: 35 Posts: 180 Vehicle: 2000 Civic Si	range rover......... Equinox is coo, if you cant afford the rover get the equinox __________________ -Vincent- 1999 Grand am Gt (Gone) A good friend will come and bail you out of jail. But a true friend will be sitting next to you saying, "That was f%#@ing awesome!"

02-17-2005, 01:42 AM	#5
HiFiCarGuy VV Summer VV AKA: Chris Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Clarkston/East Lansing, MI Age: 36 Posts: 760 Vehicle: 06 Scion tC, 78 Pacer	My mom has an Aztek and loves it. It's actually really versitile and cool. If the thing weren't so damned ugly, I'd be driving one. You should be able to find a nice used one, or even a new one for pretty cheap. I'd say bang for your buck wise, it's Aztek hands down. __________________ Cardomain

02-17-2005, 01:52 AM	#6
SC/TGrandAm Newbie AKA: Kyle Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI Age: 39 Posts: 2,944 Vehicle: 2008 Accord	Its a sad day..... its going to be an even sadder day when you buy an ASSTEK. __________________ 2008 Accord EX-L Coupe 2002 GA SCT- R.I.P HID Pioneer http://www.myspace.com/Kleigou

02-17-2005, 12:40 AM	#3
AznGA GAGT - Junkie AKA: YJ Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Midwest Posts: 4,440 Vehicle: GAGT	I second Equinox. It's a good looking SUV, especially the tailights.

02-17-2005, 05:39 AM	#7
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	Both are horrible choices...buy a honda or toyota __________________ My Pics

02-17-2005, 07:12 AM	#9
Ant LS2 - Member AKA: Anthony Join Date: May 2003 Location: DC metro area Age: 34 Posts: 2,251 Vehicle: S5/GTO	chrysler 300. __________________ USAF -06 IBM GTO/M6 - 477 WHP Best e/t before H/C - 12.71 @ 111.77 -18 Audi S5 Prestige Navarra Blue/A8 - DTUK Tuned 12.14 @ 111.19

02-17-2005, 07:19 AM	#10
bigbenSC SC and Loving It! AKA: Ben Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Lexington, KY Age: 36 Posts: 1,772 Vehicle: 2005 SRT-6, 2001 GA GT	How many seats do you need, if its 5 go for the Equinox, if its 7 then you should get a van, however GM's vans aren't that great compared to Chryslers, Toyotas, or Hondas.

02-17-2005, 10:23 AM	#11
teambeechstreet R1ce w/boost AKA: beechstreet Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: NorCal Age: 37 Posts: 742 Vehicle: '04 Honda Civic Si	Toyota 4Runner, Honda Odyssey, Honda Pilot, Honda Element > Asstek __________________ R.I.P. '02 GAGT1 Coupe

02-17-2005, 10:45 AM	#12
'01GTgirl miller.... good call AKA: Erika Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly (East Coast Baby!!) Age: 42 Posts: 2,793 Vehicle: 2001 GAGT Sedan	aztek = in my opinion. __________________ ~Erika~ East Coast Flirt n-body cardomain pics Smile....it confuses people OFFICIAL GAGT.COM ATTENTION WHORE

02-17-2005, 12:20 PM	#14
2003SCT GAGT - Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Las Vegas, NV Age: 41 Posts: 1,710 Vehicle: 2003 Grand Am SC/T	Here's the thing......Equinox is a WAY "cooler" car, no question BUT If you've seen what kind of prices you can get slightly used Azteks for....from just off dealer auctions AND GM program cars(5-10K only one them).......you'd actually consider one. My father, who owns a dealership, has been seeing 03's with plenty of options go for like $10 grand or some crazy low amount. He was considering picking one up for me cause they can be had for HUGELY cheap prices if you got auction hookups. I dont fancy the look of them but for a great deal, Ill just tint the windows/ CHRIS __________________ UNLV Alumni...Go Rebels! 2003 Grand Am SC/T Coupe in White. Borla Cat-Back, F/R Speedbuilt sway bars, H&R Sports/KYB, 18" Misano Lightweights wrapped in Falken FK-452 Euro-Sports and ZAINO! 2000 Chevrolet S10 Flareside: K&N Intake, Truxedo Tonneau and Gibson Cat Back

02-17-2005, 02:17 PM	#16
Mike3800 GAGT - Junkie AKA: Michael Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Northglenn, CO USA Age: 49 Posts: 3,394 Vehicle: 2015 Chrysler 200S AWD	http://automobiles.honda.com/models/...rDetected=True Honda Odessy, starts at 25 grand, and you won't lose any real power or speed. Tons of room. Great resale, great saftey, great reliability. If you are a person that feels obligated to buy American then the Saturn Vue might be a good option. Not as roomy as an Oddesy, but it is about the same size as an Eqiunox, AND 250HP with the V6 model, you will actually GAIN acceleration over your Grand Am. So... 1. Odd I See or 2. The View of Saturn. __________________ -Mike

02-17-2005, 03:12 PM	#18
luniz Guest Posts: n/a	My sister has a Honda Oddessy. Nice van, decent power and has a DVD player and screen for the kiddies. That would be my choice over the Aztech and the Equinox.

02-17-2005, 04:46 PM	#19
GregFarz78 GAGT - Junkie AKA: See Above Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Philly, PA Age: 43 Posts: 4,413 Vehicle: 04 Honda S2000	If you're concerned about resale value dont buy a GM mini van or SUV period...honda is probably the way to go __________________ My Pics

02-17-2005, 05:20 PM	#20
Clyde Guest Posts: n/a	honestly if i did buy a minivan it would probabally be the Dodge Caravan or a Chevy Venture. i would LOVE an equinox but its not in the budget right now. we're looking to buy something a lil older ... well ... 2001 i guess. i wasnt too keen on this Aztek at first but once i seen it i kinda like it. Its black with dark tinted windows actually looks pretty good and it LOADED as can be.

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