wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Oct 1st 2006, 10:25 pm
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by SAW 04
I just dont think new immigrants are shopping for insurance as they would in the UK. Its a buyers market....go for it and dont be shy!
Most of my insurance bill is made up with the compulsory BC government insurance. I could only get a 15% 'no claims' discount because, god forbid, for 6 months I didn't own a car while I lived in Singapore four years ago. The "no claims" has to be consecutive so it started only when I bought a car again in Australia (even though I have been claims free for 20 years). I just don't think that Canadians can get their head around someone actually not owning a car for any period of time. I am hoping to lower the cost a bit next year as I will have added another consecutive year to my total. The 'top up' I got from BCAA (who uses ING for insurance) was reasonable and covered everything I needed. It was by far the lowest quote--the differences between the three or four companies I called was amazing--like 6-700 dollars difference. So yes, shopping around is important but there isn't much one can do with compulsory government run insurance. Another legacy of the NDP government that led the province a few years back--at least I think they introduced it but I could be wrong.
Oct 1st 2006, 10:29 pm
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Biiiiink
We have a Kia Sorento [sic] EX-L, very pleased with it.
I've been trying to buy a far more expensive SUV recently and can't quite bring myself to do it as apart from real wood instead of fake wood, and slightly better quality leather on the seats, there's no difference except the price.
I've been trying to buy a far more expensive SUV recently and can't quite bring myself to do it as apart from real wood instead of fake wood, and slightly better quality leather on the seats, there's no difference except the price.
very intersting to know...kia in US doesnt have good reputation here...how long have u had that car?
tnx
Oct 1st 2006, 10:54 pm
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by fatdoc
very intersting to know...kia in US doesnt have good reputation here...how long have u had that car?
tnx
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So much bang for little buck...The Sorento's the only model that doesn't share a platform with the equivalent Hyundai but that will change in 2008 I think, for now it's completely separate from the Santa Fe.
No probs so far apart from splitting of the metal of the driver inside door pull handle, replacement handle ordered instantly by the dealer, no quibbling. I don't know about the rest of the Kia range, only ever looked at the Sorento.
What kind of car are you looking for?
Oct 1st 2006, 11:07 pm
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Biiiiink
1.5yrs. I'm a brand snob and a half, to come out after researching our needs and pouring over reviews with Kia as the best option was a horrific prospect for me
http://members.tripod.com/aiki_joe/i_hate_kia/
Oct 1st 2006, 11:45 pm
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Cowtown
You have my condolences ...
http://members.tripod.com/aiki_joe/i_hate_kia/
http://members.tripod.com/aiki_joe/i_hate_kia/
) owner comments from in some cases 10yrs ago have to do with a 2005 Sorento? But if it makes you happy... I'm sure you're way cooler than me in your dimple-roofed van anyhow 
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:25 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Biiiiink
Not sure what predominantly Sephia (never heard of it ) owner comments from in some cases 10yrs ago have to do with a 2005 Sorento? But if it makes you happy... I'm sure you're way cooler than me in your dimple-roofed van anyhow
) owner comments from in some cases 10yrs ago have to do with a 2005 Sorento? But if it makes you happy... I'm sure you're way cooler than me in your dimple-roofed van anyhow
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:31 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by dbd33
If this is a cool car competition perhaps I should speak up.
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:38 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Biiiiink
I'm sure you're way cooler than me in your dimple-roofed van anyhow
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:41 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by ezvanetree
Another legacy of the NDP government that led the province a few years back--at least I think they introduced it but I could be wrong.
Damned hippy communists.
Rich.
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:51 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by dbd33
If this is a cool car competition perhaps I should speak up.
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:55 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by dbd33
If this is a cool car competition perhaps I should speak up.
Black's Law 2006
Oct 2nd 2006, 12:57 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Cowtown
... my last ever asian vehicle purchase
Oct 2nd 2006, 1:02 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Biiiiink
What a trendsetter you are!
Oct 2nd 2006, 1:14 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Cowtown
Didnt you tell us once before that you get farm rates for insurance?
Vehicle insurance is vehicle insurance - take a vehicle on the road and there are no freebies there.
Oct 2nd 2006, 1:30 am
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Re: wht kind of car are u driving in Canada?!
Originally Posted by Cowtown
That's why I wear flares & platforms ... did I also say I drive a C5 to work every day??
