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So I went van shopping today, after doing some online research, and came home with a loaner 136 low roof PM for the weekend. Thought that was very generous of the dealer.
Things I've noticed so far (running fully empty):
Great pickup.
Nimble driving around town.
Much wider than my Mazda pickup (almost ended up in the snow bank in my driveway)
Bouncy when hitting frost heaves on the highway
So far so good on icy roads in town. Highway was dry.
Noisy inside on the highway.
Taller than I expected (although I understand its low for what it is)
My plan (should I buy it) is to use it for a combo of work (building contractor) and play, will be my only vehicle, although my wife has a subaru. Will outfit the rear with a small kitchen and storage for tools, and some sort of setup for a bed than can be removed. It'll need a roof rack for ladders and lumber, and someway to get up there to load/unload. Weekend usage is a mix of skiing in winter and mountain biking in summer.
So what should I pay attention to while I have it this weekend? One question on purchasing, does ordering get you a better deal, or just what you want. I'm guessing it wouldn't be a better deal because both of the ones I'm looking at are heavily discounted (under $27k).
Thanks, this is a great forum.
Dan
Things I've noticed so far (running fully empty):
Great pickup.
Nimble driving around town.
Much wider than my Mazda pickup (almost ended up in the snow bank in my driveway)
Bouncy when hitting frost heaves on the highway
So far so good on icy roads in town. Highway was dry.
Noisy inside on the highway.
Taller than I expected (although I understand its low for what it is)
My plan (should I buy it) is to use it for a combo of work (building contractor) and play, will be my only vehicle, although my wife has a subaru. Will outfit the rear with a small kitchen and storage for tools, and some sort of setup for a bed than can be removed. It'll need a roof rack for ladders and lumber, and someway to get up there to load/unload. Weekend usage is a mix of skiing in winter and mountain biking in summer.
So what should I pay attention to while I have it this weekend? One question on purchasing, does ordering get you a better deal, or just what you want. I'm guessing it wouldn't be a better deal because both of the ones I'm looking at are heavily discounted (under $27k).
Thanks, this is a great forum.
Dan