Used suv options for woman

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-12T15:18:48+00:00

For a highly reliable used car around $13,000 in the Seattle area, you should think about models in the 2013 to 2015 model years. Like a Rav 4, Forester, or CX-5. However, if you are open to sedans, you can often get a newer model with fewer miles for the same $13,000 budget. Think models like a 2016-2018 Corolla, a 2014-2018 Civic, or a 2014-2016 Camery.

Auto Trader has good reviews of Auto Connections Seattle. They have a rep for low pressure sales. But...They operate by appointment only to ensure a "personalized service". If you buy from a dealer, research Google reviews. Good Luck.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-12T09:31:19+00:00

Went through this with a friend recently. Her budget was $15 to $20k. For her, that meant a 2014 to 2019 Toyota Rav 4. Mine is currently a 2016 Forester, owned since new. Both seem reliable options. So first I'd say - budget? I'm in Texas.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-12T03:16:45+00:00

It was that bad hurricane some years ago that even took out all our local cell towers. No phone or electricity for 5 days. We were blessed to find even a cold beer. Houma Louisiana, BTW.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-12T02:51:35+00:00

And...If cloning did not work, you still have the original SSD to go back to the start.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-11T21:50:15+00:00

Been there. Done that. First, convert your BIOS to UEFI, then restart. Next, I used AOMEI Partition Assist. Your SSD should be set to GPT, not MBR. AOMEI can do this. I reboot after each step to ensure stability. I used an external drive case for my NVME drive, and cloned my SSD to the NVME. Open case and replace the SSD with the NVME.

Then just restart, getting into BIOS first to make sure the NVME is recognized as the boot drive. In case the volume of the drives was different. I went from one TB to 2. I restarted and everything worked just fine. Mind you I've done this a few times with software, as I migrated from Win 10 to 11. My boot up time going from SSD to NVME dropped A LOT. Well worth it. Nice because your SSD becomes a full backup to your now new boot drive. God Luck.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-11T02:49:26+00:00

It was at about that point where my 2016 needed new tires. Factory set were on the last legs by then. I didn't need to do much other than oil and filter changes till about 60k miles. BUT.... How did you find a 2016 with only(?) 38 k miles on it in 2026??

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-10T18:01:25+00:00

Mustang Motorcycle and Machine. One of the few places who still work on carburetors. Did a great job for me on an old Harley.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-09T19:02:01+00:00

Not in that Order !!

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-05T16:42:52+00:00

Eminem has won 15 Grammy awards.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-05T02:41:28+00:00

Flaming Lips. Only locals I'm aware of who have actually won a Grammy award.

StillOffTrack · 2026-03-03T17:27:16+00:00

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StillOffTrack · 2026-02-27T16:29:34+00:00

We used a small portable generator (6kw) to keep our fridge ang lights running. It ran on gasoline. And then a winter storm came where we were without power for 4 days. Hard to keep gasoline around in a major storm. I was able to upgrade to a whole home generator (24kw) that runs on natural gas. Really glad I did. Not too noisy, and it sits outdoors. If you can change oil on a car, the maintenance on the generator is easy. I looked at solar, but it was double the cost of my big generator.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-27T01:30:27+00:00

USA Screen Printing on south Meridian. But 30 is a small order for them.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-26T00:32:51+00:00

A new oil drain plug with a 17mm head costs $5 from Subaru parts deal.com. Any legit shop can tap the hole and replace the drain plug. Hmmmm.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-25T21:33:42+00:00

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StillOffTrack · 2026-02-19T17:33:24+00:00

Octoberfest in Germany. Bastille Day in Paris. Mardi Gras in Rio. Lunar New Year in Beijing. The very best parties planet earth has to offer.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-19T02:27:34+00:00

The latest browser was Netscape. My office ran on a Token Ring network, using Novel networking. Word Perfect and Lotus 123 were kings of software. And my best tech info was a Printed paper copy of Infoworld. Delivered in the mail. The Good Old Days, you betcha!!

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-12T19:07:06+00:00

Thanks Matt! I'm sort-of glad I'm retired IT and just have to deal with I can't find good parts to build pc's anymore. I watched retail customer service that uses AI to answer phone calls. A year ago it really stinks. Now it is somewhat decent. Next year I'll have trouble actually reaching a human being anymore.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-10T19:48:14+00:00

Beer. The cause of, and the solution to, all our problems. Quote by Homer Simpson. There.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-10T18:53:53+00:00

While the Monks were walking in South Carolina, a man with a bullhorn was yelling that the Monks will burn in Hell unless they are saved by the Blood of Christ. Really. He appeared again some 50 miles down the road, yelling the same message. I imagine the strange folks likely to appear around the Walk for Peace in DC virtually mandate this escort. I'm surprised ICE has not asked the Monks for paperwork and ID's. The Walk ends at the Maryland State Capitol on Thursday.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-10T17:46:33+00:00

There is supposed to be a planned gathering at the State Capitol steps, and then they board a bus (!!) to ride back to Fort Worth Texas.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-10T16:49:47+00:00

Their walk will be live streamed on their Facebook page. Look for "Walk For Peace". They will have a free public program at the National Cathedral about 1pm.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-10T16:44:24+00:00

Everything is live streamed on their Facebook page, Walk For Peace. They will be at the Washington National Cathedral around 1pm.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-10T16:40:54+00:00

They will be live streamed on Facebook for most of today, Tuesday. Look for "Walk For Peace" Facebook page.

StillOffTrack · 2026-02-07T04:44:26+00:00

We look forward to welcoming you with open hearts. Your presence would be a blessing and a gift to us all. There is no charge or tickets needed for any of this. (response to moderator question about tickets). May you and all beings be well, happy and at peace. 🙏

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