The Car Doc on (vehicle) buyer’s remorse
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I was considering buying a used Toyota FJ Cruiser but was told I would be better off with a Jeep Wrangler. The dealer told me that since the FJ is not being made any longer, repairs could be an issue. I like the look of it and purchased it anyway. Did I make a mistake?
A. The FJ Cruiser is a unique looking car that was actually quite popular when it was first introduced. The reality of the FJ is the interior is tight, it doesn’t get very good mileage, and its retro looks, in my opinion, may be getting a bit dated. But functionally it is a very reliable vehicle that can handle serious off-roading and stands apart from the crowd of other small/midsize vehicles. You purchased what you wanted and liked, and I generally tell people buy with your head, not your heart. You made a good purchase.
John Paul is AAA Northeast’s Car Doctor. He has over 40 years’ experience in the automotive business and is an ASE certified master technician. He answers reader’s questions every week. You can tune in to his radio program Saturday morning from 8:30-10 on am950 WROL or www.wrolradio.com. Email your car question to [email protected]. Follow John on Twitter @johnfpaul and friend him on Facebook @mrjohnfpaul.
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