muck Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 We're expecting our fourth kid in about six weeks. My wife's minivan isn't getting any younger (155,000 miles). We would like to have something that seats and least seven (and preferrably eight so that my wife, kids and I could go together somewhere with my folks). So far, we've looked at (in no particular order): Chevy Suburban Nissan Armada Mercedes GL ...what else should we be looking at...and does anyone have any experience with any of these vehicles (good or bad)? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REZ Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 I have a 2003 Chevy suburban and haven't had any real problems. Only prob so far is the driver window rolls up real slow for about a year. No mechanical issues. Seats 8 pretty good and has good storage in the back. I wouldn't get the split back door as it sort of blocks your view backing up. I have the lift up in the back and that works well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Why not go with a full-size van? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Azazello1313 Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 either a full size van or another minivan. I doubt you will fit 8 more comfortably in a big SUV than in a minivan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimmy Neutron Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 either a full size van or another minivan. I doubt you will fit 8 more comfortably in a big SUV than in a minivan. I've got the short version of the Suburban - the Tahoe. It's way more comforable than our minivan, primarily because the seats are much more substantial. Minivans are a lot less thirsty than big SUVs, if that's a concern. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muck Posted January 25, 2009 Author Share Posted January 25, 2009 Wife would probably prefer another minivan over a full sized van...fwiw... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chavez Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Wife would probably prefer another minivan over a full sized van...fwiw... Once your family gets to the point you can have a basketball scrimmage, you may have to ditch your preferences in favor of your needs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
REZ Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Had a full size van and the SUV has a lot more interior space. The more space you can give the kids the better the trip will be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kid Cid Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 We're expecting our fourth kid in about six weeks. My wife's minivan isn't getting any younger (155,000 miles). We would like to have something that seats and least seven (and preferrably eight so that my wife, kids and I could go together somewhere with my folks). So far, we've looked at (in no particular order): Chevy Suburban Nissan Armada Mercedes GL ...what else should we be looking at...and does anyone have any experience with any of these vehicles (good or bad)? In the interest of clarity, you do not need a car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AtomicCEO Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 Bad fuel economy, but excellent style and ride Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perchoutofwater Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 The only other vehicle you might consider is a Ford Expedition EL. My wife currently drives a GMC Yukon XL which is the same as the Suburban. It is nice. The car before that was a Ford Expedition. We were very happy with the Expedition, and had no problems. We primarily bought the Yukon over the Expedition because at the time I could get the options she wanted cheaper in the Yukon. Had I waited a month or two I might have ended up with the Expedition, as the companies are always changing their deals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
untateve Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 We're expecting our fourth kid in about six weeks. My wife's minivan isn't getting any younger (155,000 miles). We would like to have something that seats and least seven (and preferrably eight so that my wife, kids and I could go together somewhere with my folks). So far, we've looked at (in no particular order): Chevy Suburban Nissan Armada Mercedes GL ...what else should we be looking at...and does anyone have any experience with any of these vehicles (good or bad)? birth control. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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dmarc117 Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 nissan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoopazz Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 nissan Gotta agree with this. Being an admitted tree hugger it pains me to say this, but if its room you need then Suburban is probably the way to go. Also, you owe it to yourself to at least look at the Honda Odyssey. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 A quick shout out here in support of the minivan, unless you're intending to tow something substantial. Minivans are more versatile as long as nothing too heavy is involved, IMO. Stow and go seating is a hugh plus option. Caveat: I think most minivans seat seven rather than eight. For eight, a full size bench seat in the middle will be needed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
muck Posted January 25, 2009 Author Share Posted January 25, 2009 you owe it to yourself to at least look at the Honda Odyssey. ...that's what we have now... A 'top of the line' 2000 model (which we bought used). The thing is SO loud that we have to yell at each other just to carry on a conversation. ...maybe the sound barriers are better now than they used to be...frankly, that's the biggest reason we're thinking of changing... Personally, I'm inclined to say "drive it until it dies" ... but with my wife and four kids in it when it does die, that would be a REALLY bad day / event. Maybe I'm over thinking it, though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scooby Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 my friend has a Chrysler Town & Country, which he swears by, it has a table for the kids; my hubby recently bought an '08 Yukon XL, they were practically giving them away, only seats 7, though, and the 3rd row seats aren't very comfy, IMO...other than that, it's great; I'd also shy away fom the Armada, my sis has the Infinit QX 45 (made by Nissan, as you know) , luxurious, but has had major problems, somewhat of a lemon, like the brakes needed to be replaced after only 6 months Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingfootball Posted January 25, 2009 Share Posted January 25, 2009 (edited) On our last minivan we went with a Toyata Sienna. It was a 2005 with 95000 a couple of years ago, we like it alot never had any problems with it. Edited January 25, 2009 by fingfootball Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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