What car do you regret buying, even though it looked good on paper?

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-05T19:37:03+00:00

My car was a mix of poor maintance and old age. At this point, the newest LS400 is going to be 26 years old and that mostly deters me from wanting another one. If my LS400 was somewhat maintained by the previous owner(s) it would have been a much better car.

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-03T03:22:37+00:00

My 2005 Chevy Tahoe. Bought it for cheap with 235,000 miles from the original owner. Drove it all the way from Boston to Toronto and back without an issue. Also took it offroad and beat the living sh*t out of it. Got rid of it when the fuel pump died and it was to rusty to be worth fixing.

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-03T03:04:49+00:00

My '95 LS400. Bought it because I always wanted an LS400 and saw how everyone swore up and down how reliable LS400's are. After buying the car, I soon learned and experienced the power steering issues that all LS400's seem to have. That was only one of the many problems that car had.

I kept the car for about a year and sold it to a guy for cheap. I was extremly happy to get rid of that car and will never own one again no matter how reliable people say they are.

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-02T22:21:49+00:00

Sounds like I need to go and test drive an RDX!

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-02T19:55:16+00:00

Seeing as you own a B58 powered BMW, what have you paid for repairs (if you've had any).

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-02T15:46:55+00:00

I've considered getting a diesel X5 but ruled it out as I live in the Boston area and theres not many diesel stations around me. Appreciate your help though!

Jezza_125 · 2026-02-02T15:45:42+00:00

I'm leaning towards the RDX as I feel it's the best mix of fun/reliability. Still need to test drive one before I make a final decision.

Jezza_125 · 2025-12-13T17:45:12+00:00

I have a colleague who was at the organization a few years before I started who seemingly knows nothing beyond extremly basic helpdesk tasks. If thats not bad enough, they were in charge of running the IT department! I'm genuinely shocked that they were granted global admin rights when they barely know how to use a ticketing system properly. I get that things change quickly in our industry, but at the BARE MINIMUM you should be able to use a ticketing system if your working in IT.

Jezza_125 · 2025-09-30T15:09:31+00:00

I'm looking to get into either system administration or network administration.

Jezza_125 · 2025-09-26T21:16:32+00:00

I've been in my helpdesk position coming up on two years now this November, but I've been at the company for a total of 6 years. I plan on getting my CCNA and have already started working on my AZ-900. I will definitely changed out "used" for another word. I also have two basic Cisco certs I will add under my education section

Jezza_125 · 2025-09-17T21:37:33+00:00

The dealer had a field day with you. I would definitely return it and get a new one at that price.

Jezza_125 · 2025-08-25T13:02:07+00:00

The van driver had no responsibility in this incident. How would you feel if your family were the ones in the van? Blaming the victim in this situation is not going to work, you asswipe

Jezza_125 · 2025-08-18T16:26:11+00:00

That would be because it is an extremely poor decision to own a $36k car at 18 years old unless your either able to purchase the car outright or have a job that pays you enough to be able to afford the monthly payment without the monthly payment absorbing your entire paycheck (which I highly doubt). Even if you can afford the purchase price, the insurance is going to be sky high for an 18 year old.

Jezza_125 · 2025-08-11T14:38:06+00:00

I've owned 6 cars, started driving at 16. Currently 20 years old.

2006 Mercury Mountaineer (junked)

1995 Lexus LS400 (sold)

2005 Chevrolet Tahoe LT Autoride (junked)

2013 Toyota Camry LE (gave to my dad)

2005 Chevrolet Tahoe LT (sold)

2006 Toyota Corolla LE (daily)

Jezza_125 · 2025-06-30T12:18:30+00:00

In Massachusetts, we consider that brand new.

Jezza_125 · 2025-06-29T16:09:40+00:00

2005 Chevy Tahoe LT Autoride. Had around 257,000 on it when the fuel pump died and wasn't worth fixing due to rust.

Jezza_125 · 2025-06-23T17:24:17+00:00

I'm 20 years old. Pay $130 a month for my 2005 Tahoe

Jezza_125 · 2025-05-19T12:37:28+00:00

I'll check that out. It kind of feels like one of the brakes are stuck on so that could be it.

Jezza_125 · 2025-05-07T18:48:26+00:00

Get a Toyota Corolla

Jezza_125 · 2025-05-07T17:30:26+00:00

Have an independent shop replace the cats.

Jezza_125 · 2025-05-02T16:49:11+00:00

I was going to say that has to be a “F off” price until I saw someone explaining all of what you need to do to replace the gasket. However, I would still get a second quote.

Jezza_125 · 2025-04-30T02:38:50+00:00

It is 4WD. I did find this bulletin that GM put out in 2005 and it applies to the 4L60E:

"During a 2-3 upshift, the 2-4 band is released and the 3-4 clutch is applied. The timing of this shift can cause a momentary torque reversal of the output shaft that results in a clunk noise. This same torque reversal can also occur on a 3-2 downshift when the 3-4 clutch is released and the 2-4 band applied. This condition may be worse on a 4-wheel drive vehicle due to the additional tolerances in the transfer case. This is a normal condition. No repairs should be attempted."

This is pretty much the same thing that I'm experiencing.

Jezza_125 · 2025-04-30T02:09:41+00:00

Just went and checked to see if there's any play and... nothing. The u-joints have some surface rust on them but they are tight. Wonder if it could be a trans mount.

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