On Sat, 16 Jan 2010 11:34:39 -0800, "Ivan Vegvary"
wrote:

Looking for a new car with the following requirements (most important
first).



1. Back lift gate. (wagon or small SUV)

2. Has to be quiet with very little road noise.

3. Soft cushy drive.

4. 26 plus highway mpg.



I've tried the Subaru Forester and Outback. Tried all the different Hyundai
models. Tried most of the GMC products.



I guess what I am up against is that the whole world loves the new "sport
suspensions" whereby your rear-end feels every saw cut and expansion joint
in the pavement. The stupid looking 'low profile' tires don't help either.



At my age, this is probably the last car I will ever purchase and I would
like to get it right. BTW don't mind buying a model that is 2-3 years old.



All group advice appreciated.



Ivan Vegvary
Find one you like otherwize that comes with the low profile tires
trhat you can fit smaller rims on with 70 series or even higher,
tires, to fix the "boneshaker" ride.

I had simmilar requirements and ended up with a 5 year old PT Cruiser.
Came with 16" rims and 60 series tires, I put 15" rims and 70 series
tires on it that raise the car half an inch (tire is 1 inch taller)
and it rides great