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Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
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My Review of our new Kia Sedona 2006 Yes, you'll need to get past any stigma associated with the Kia name. Kia is climbing the ladder just like Honda and Audi did years ago and gaining respect as their cars improve. We checked out the Honda and Toyota entries and the Kia just seemed to do everything as well and in some cases better. The handling of the Kia is certainly up there with the Honda, perhaps a hair better. Power is excellent. This van is probably faster than it needs to be. I've read 0-60 reports of 7.1 and 7.3 seconds and even prior to break-in the van feels very quick. Build quality appears to be quite good with nice fit and finish. Our fully loaded example has power sliding doors and a power rear hatch. If you have kids these come in really handy and are fun to show off as well. The doors will sense an obstruction and open if need be. They can also be operated manually. Locks prevent a child from opening them from inside. Inside you get a full leather interior in gray or beige. Go with the gray as it will wear better. Front seats are 8 way and 4 way power. The driver's seat is a bit short on legroom for taller drivers. I'm 6.3 and would like another inch or two. There's no reason for a seat to be short on legroom on a large van. Passenger and rear seats have a LOT of room. Even the split bench fully aft is pretty good and the middle seats will also slide forward making this true 7 passenger vehicle. Make no mistake about it; this is a pretty luxurious interior by any standard. We found the Honda a bit more stark, but the Odyssey and Sienna are equally plush when fully loaded. The rear seats tuck away into a storage well, but the procedure is a bit awkward and could use some refinement. Overall it works okay. When the seats are out the well is a great place combined with the cargo net, but some sort of retractable cover would really be nice to hide gear. The loaded EX also comes with a killer Infinity stereo/DVD rear seat entertainment system. I know it's a cliche to refer to a sound system in a car as "killer" but you really need to hear the 13 speaker system in action to realize how much better it is than any other. The top of the line Honda and Toyota don't even come close. The flip down DVD screen is a mere 8 inches. I consider that size adequate, but others are larger. On the other hand, unlike the larger screens, the Kia's doesn't block as much of the rearview mirror so it's a better tradeoff for safety. The system also has IR remote control and IR fed headphones that work well and very comfortable. Popping in a copy of Star Wars III I was treated to true 7.1 Surround sound. The center channel is mounted in the middle of the dash, a bit away for the rear seats, but it works very well. The picture quality is typical for these systems, but many people will hear sound that is superior to their home systems. There is depth, clear highs and fairly impressive midrange that surprised me and I'm someone who's owned stereo systems costing 9K. It's that good. On the other hand, you can question the logic of such an elaborate system in a car. A lesser system like the ones from Toyota or Honda are still "just fine." But as long as Kia is giving them away, I'll keep mine! On the port side of the cabin are jacks for plugging in a camcorder, or X-Box type game system. Amazingly Kia neglected a Ipod/Sat. radio jack up front and you'll need to correct that at your local stereo shop for aftermarket help. Also missing at this luxury level is integrated navigation/GPS, but expect that on the next year's model. Buy a Garmin I5 and you'll do just fine. Unlike many other vans on the market, the large middle windows actually roll down! This is a very welcome feature to say the least. The rear windows also wing out with the press of a button. 2nd road passengers no longer have that bus window feeling. The 3rd road is less comfortable than the 2nd of course. These are seats that fold down into the floor and the only seats to do so on board. Kia's research showed that most people never stowed or removed the second row, so they left those as fully comfortable chairs with armrests. The 3rd row, because it's stows in the floor, is inherently less comfortable, but they really aren't bad at all. 3rd row passengers get cup-holders, a small storage bin and the inputs for video game consoles. Each row of seats has port and starboard AC/Heat vents and the second row has it's own dedicated controls for temp and fan speed. Shotgun gets dual AC/Heat controls so the driver and passenger don't compromise and heated seats with 5 way settings. Very nice. There are really too many little extras in vans of this size and luxury level to list here. The fully loaded Kia Sedona for 2006 also gets memory seats/mirror/pedal, homelink controls for the garage, backup proximity sensor, power sunroof, 2 way adjustable headrests, fold away snack tray, and quite a bit more. Back to Driving the Sedona....it is not quite like a car, but close enough that an hour or two of driving will have you pretty well acclimated. Acceleration is strong at almost all points of the powerband due to a healthy amount of torque. On the highway the ride is quiet and subdued. Wind noise is well controlled. I'm certain that the new Sedona is quieter than my Subaru Tribeca and that's quieter than a Lexus RX330. At cruising speeds above averages that most people would drive this van, the Sedona remains composed. Fast lane changes are not a problem, but steeper turns produce a bit more body roll than I'd like. There are moments when the Sedona will remind you that it's actually a 2 ton plus van and not a car. You must learn when those moments are likely to come up. For the driver all of the controls are well laid out and we've come to expect this from most imports compared to the often terrible American made entries. Kia has essentially hit the nail on the head with the new Sedona for drivers, passengers and of course kids. When our two year old has a toy crisis, my wife can get to the 2nd row and take charge with ease. This is something our SUV could not do. Parking the Sedona is something that will take practice if this is your first minivan. This is not a small van and the driver is well up front. Still, exhibit some confidence when you park and use the aft proximity sensor. When reversing it beeps faster and faster as you approach an obstacle. When it becomes a steady tone you're about 15 inches away. It works great. Because I've not broken the engine in I can't report on the MPG yet. If you have a small child, a fully loaded 2006 Sedona EX will make for a lot of smiles. I believe that the Honda and Toyota are also fine vans and you really can't go wrong with them either. I don't like ANY of the American entries or the Nissan Quest for whatever that's worth. The warranty on the Sedona is 5 years overall and 10 for the engine/powertrain. That's good news so long as i The warranty on the Sedona is 5 years overall and 10 for the engine/powertrain. That's good news so long as it doesn't have too many problems. Trips for dealer service are never any fun free or not. Only time will tell how well constructed Kia's first entry in maxed out minivan segment really is. With Kia's current rebates and some aggressive shopping we got our fully loaded EX for $27'950. That included the 1000 rebate and a graduate rebate of 400 dollars as well. That's an amazing price when you look at a Sienna optioned out the same way which is around 5-6K more. Kia also threw in two years worth of free oil changes, free remote starter and a second remote for the DVD player. In a few months I'll update this and let folks know what "new car bugs" turned up (There are always a few) and how Kia service dealt with them here in NY. Cheers! Capt RB -- jlrogers±³© |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
The Boob continues to buy dorkmobiles. The only reason to buy one of these things is the warranty therefore what people are finding is that trade in or resale value down the road is zilch. |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Ringmaster wrote: The Boob continues to buy dorkmobiles. The only reason to buy one of these things is the warranty therefore what people are finding is that trade in or resale value down the road is zilch. Who knew the STI is a dorkmobile??!!! Sloco is so far behind the times he has no idea that the Sedona is now among the finest minivans around....even if IT is a dorkmobile. And more Jlrogers doesn't know I already posted that review here. Duh! 2 cars, a boat and a lot of fun toys in less than 10 months! Paid cash for all but the Tribeca. What do you people DO that you have so little? RB 35s5 NY |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Maybe the people here have no need to brag.
-- jlrogers±³© |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Hey Nutsy,
Right now,today, my Checking Account is over $30,000. Have an appointment Monday with Merrill Lynch to make it start doing some work for me. Also going the give Smith Barney etc a chance also. Any suggestions? Remember I'm 80! http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
jlrogers±³© wrote:
Maybe the people here have no need to brag. -- Who's bragging? It's just stuff. Anyone can make money and buy stuff. Okay...maybe not Scotty, but most people. If you're so insecure as to think it's bragging, then you have your own issues and I wish you lot's-o-luck! RB 35s5 NY |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
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Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Do you have a savings account? Is it an interest earning
checking account? Is this a troll? Thom, at the very least, I wouldn't keep that much in a checking account. I moved most of my money into an ING savings account, it's at 4.25% interest today. I keep a small amount in my local bank, checking account, just to pay bills and such. You can withdrawal the ING money at any time, un like a CD. I don't like taking risks , as in playing the market. I like CDs. Scotty "Thom Stewart" wrote in message ... Hey Nutsy, Right now,today, my Checking Account is over $30,000. Have an appointment Monday with Merrill Lynch to make it start doing some work for me. Also going the give Smith Barney etc a chance also. Any suggestions? Remember I'm 80! http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
"Capt. Rob" wrote in message oups.com.. .. jlrogers±³© wrote: Maybe the people here have no need to brag. -- Who's bragging? You are, asswipe. It's just stuff. Anyone can make money and buy stuff. Okay...maybe not Scotty, but most people. I have ''stuff'', I enjoy using my ''stuff'', but I don't need to brag about it. I'm so insecure as to be bragging, I have my own issues and I wish you death! RBB 35s5 NY |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
"Mys Terry" wrote in message My advice would be to figure out where to put it so that if you end up in a nursing home, they don't know about it. Oh Yeah... here's experience talkin'!! Billy still hates himself for not hiding the money that was confiscated to pay for his male orderly. Especially Tuesdays and Saturdays when he gets his prune suppositories and tofu enemas. CM- |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
-- "Swab Rob" wrote Or just keep the cash and buy something nice for yourself. Better camera? Some fine clothes...a night of fine food. good advice, asswipe! SV |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
I moved most of my money into an ING savings account, it's at 4.25% interest today. Yeah, take if from Scotty, who has nothing but poverty and a dead mother with a DNR tattooed on her crotch for a lifetime of useless effort. RB 35s5 NY |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
I have ''stuff'', I enjoy using my ''stuff'', but I don't need to brag about it. You just told us you have stuff and enjoying using it. Duh! Go dig up your mom, dickface! Bwahahahahhahahaha! RB 35s5 NY |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thom Stewart wrote: Any suggestions? Remember I'm 80! http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage The CBM of Tomorrow Shale gas is essentially natural gas contained reservoirs predominantly composed of shale with lesser amounts of other fine grained rocks rather than from more conventional sandstone or limestone reservoirs. Shale gas plays are considered area plays since shale gas, similar to CBM, is often found over large contiguous areas. The one of the big difference between shale gas and CBM is the recovery rates. You see, shale gas reservoirs generally result in recovery rates of only 20% of original gas in place. That's much less compared to CMB reservoirs which can recover up to 90%. But here's the thing: that doesn't matter. You see the organically rich shale gas reservoirs, once ignored by drillers seeking easier plays and faster returns on their investments, are now beginning to spark the interests of producers around the world for one pure and simple reason: The massive in place gas that's trapped inside the shale. How much? Estimates for North American shale gas are as high as 1,000 trillion cubic feet of in place resources!!! Moreover shale gas production has a few upsides to CBM production. Shale gas reservoirs have long production lives (up to 30 years) as well as having low decline rates (generally less than 5% per year). So you can see why any producer would be interested in tapping into this reserve. The major oil and gas companies are already starting to sniff around for shale gas properties. The Engine to Change it All?" The technology is so revolutionary that it's being headlined on CNBC, FoxNews, MSNBC and CNN. The stock's already up more than 261% since March! But with major Defense contracts already underway and the drooling interest from the Big Three Automakers, I think it's going to go a lot higher Buy Leroy Ventures (TSX-V:LRV ; $2.05) Leroy Ventures is an emerging natural resource company engaged in the business of acquiring, exploring and developing shale gas properties, both in Canada as well as abroad. Now, we're going to start with a 50,000 foot view of Leroy and then we're going to go into a lot more detail in subsequent issues. The plan for Leroy right now is to get some sort of production, be it oil or conventional gas, and get some cash flowing in the door in order to build the company and support the month to month operations. The company already has some prospects that will help them achieve this. But these projects are not part of the big picture. The goal is to get the ball rolling and then go after the real money makers, the shale gas projects. Leroy is basically where Storm Cat was three years ago. They're young, excited, and hungry to make money...just the way I like them Leroy is also working toward getting the right people on board. Now, I know I talk about the people behind these resource companies a lot. But the fact is that this a paramount issue. Especially in shale gas arena as there are only a handful of people that know what they're doing because shale gas so new. And here's the thing with the people Leroy is lining up: Almost everyone associated with Leroy from consultants and advisors, to directors and officers were also involved in the formative stages of StormCat Energy. That's why I'm calling Leroy "StormCat II". Bottom line: Shale gas is going to be huge...and Leroy Ventures will be producing gas from shale while the rest of the resource companies are just hearing about it. I can foresee this becoming another long ball home run for us. Buy the stock, have some patience, and let it happen. This is just the beginning. Joe |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
(Thom Stewart) wrote:
Right now,today, my Checking Account is over $30,000. mm, that's a lot of money to have sitting in your checking account. .... Have an appointment Monday with Merrill Lynch to make it start doing some work for me. Also going the give Smith Barney etc a chance also. Any suggestions? Remember I'm 80! I've had investment accounts with both firms. A lot depends on the local rep, but IMHO Merril Lynch is not the one to pick. Mys Terry wrote: It's not enough money to do any substantial work for you, Thom. Oh yeah, just forget about it, at 5% it's only $125 month or $1500 a year... not worth picking up off the sidewalk, huh? ... I would suggest that you don't invest it in any way that would make it hard to access quickly and without penalties if "something" comes up. "something" like what? I would suggest you stick to your internet stalking and quit pretending to actually know anything about batteries or money... or anything, for that matter. Scotty wrote: Do you have a savings account? Is it an interest earning checking account? Is this a troll? I don't think it's a troll, for one thing it's Ol' Thom and for another, he just sold his boat. Thom, at the very least, I wouldn't keep that much in a checking account. I moved most of my money into an ING savings account, it's at 4.25% interest today. I keep a small amount in my local bank, checking account, just to pay bills and such. You can withdrawal the ING money at any time, un like a CD. I don't like taking risks , as in playing the market. I like CDs. There's "playing the market" and then there's investing in it. However I wouldn't suggest Thom buy any stocks, or even a stock mutual fund, at his age. It's the best way to beat inflation and grow capital over a long term, but that means a time horizon of 10 years +. If OTOH Thom is interested in long term capital growth, a no-load index fund would be ideal. Most banks will automatically roll over a CD and not charge a penalty to withdraw after the first period, so if you know you won't need the money for the next 30 days or 90 days, that's one route. Make *sure* to ask specifically what the bank policies are on this, and get it in writing. Another possibility is a bond fund, either a tax-free or a US Treasuries fund. Bond funds start paying interest the same day you buy them, and they are very stable. The issue here is the sales charge or load, which is why one should shop around. Money can be pulled out of a mutual fund at any time, so if "something" comes up, you're in clover. DSK |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
"Mys Terry" wrote in message My parents are still in their own home at a cost of about $250k per year. I'm sure we could do something else cheaper. You pay condo fees on a crypt?? Too bad you're about 20 years too late to donate their genetically worthless carcasses to scientific research. CM- |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thanks Scotty,
I used the Checking account for the Wire Transfer this past Holiday Week-end. I have a Merrill Lynch Mng Account, made up rather heavy in Munc. Bond (Tax Free) drawing from 5.250% -to 6.125%. The higher paying Bonds are being re-claimed at a pretty alarming rate. I have a very Comfortable Pension; even after 22years. So. I'm looking seriously at making the money from the sale of "Pneuma" to do a little more work for me. Where is "Capt America" when I need him?!! Keep talking though. I'll probably just plow it into ML Fund but Ol Thom got a few extra bucks; thanks to Pneuma and it may just be time to "GYBE" Feels kind of nice after all the Sadness of losing her. So. let's hear what others ASA'er think:^) http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thom,
If you're comfortable without it, why not consider 'investing' in the future of sailing. Find a good community sailing center in your area and give the money to them. There are lots of them who are really trying to promote sailing. Go visit some of them and if you like what they're doing, support them. Think of all the enjoyment Pneuma gave you, and then let the proceeds help others get that same enjoyment. S. "Thom Stewart" wrote in message ... : Thanks Scotty, : : I used the Checking account for the Wire Transfer this past Holiday : Week-end. I have a Merrill Lynch Mng Account, made up rather heavy in : Munc. Bond (Tax Free) drawing from 5.250% -to 6.125%. The higher paying : Bonds are being re-claimed at a pretty alarming rate. : : I have a very Comfortable Pension; even after 22years. So. I'm looking : seriously at making the money from the sale of "Pneuma" to do a little : more work for me. : : Where is "Capt America" when I need him?!! : : Keep talking though. I'll probably just plow it into ML Fund but Ol Thom : got a few extra bucks; thanks to Pneuma and it may just be time to : "GYBE" Feels kind of nice after all the Sadness of losing her. So. : let's hear what others ASA'er think:^) : : http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage : |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
"DSK" wrote in message . .. There's "playing the market" and then there's investing in it. However I wouldn't suggest Thom buy any stocks, or even a stock mutual fund, at his age. It's the best way to beat inflation and grow capital over a long term, but that means a time horizon of 10 years +. If OTOH Thom is interested in long term capital growth, a no-load index fund would be ideal. Most banks will automatically roll over a CD and not charge a penalty to withdraw after the first period, so if you know you won't need the money for the next 30 days or 90 days, that's one route. Make *sure* to ask specifically what the bank policies are on this, and get it in writing. Another possibility is a bond fund, either a tax-free or a US Treasuries fund. Bond funds start paying interest the same day you buy them, and they are very stable. The issue here is the sales charge or load, which is why one should shop around. Money can be pulled out of a mutual fund at any time, so if "something" comes up, you're in clover. I have money in mutual funds, from long ago. I also gave my Son some money to 'play the market'. He's into that sort of thing and knows what he's doing (unlike me). But I still like the security of an insured CD. Scotty |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thanks Joe,
Sounds good BUT at 80 yrs. how much patience if left? Growth Funds are of little interest. Will talk to my Son. http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thanks Doug,
Your grasp of my situation is right on target! I too, have accounts at both Firms. Why the Red Lite on ML? http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thom Stewart wrote: Thanks Joe, Sounds good BUT at 80 yrs. how much patience if left? Growth Funds are of little interest. Will talk to my Son. http://community.webtv.net/tassail/ThomPage Buy 6mo. futures in heating oil and hope for a very cold winter :0) Pork might be a good buy to in the futures marhet, with bird flu spreading they may be culling the poltry flocks driving up the demand of the other white meat. Joe |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Thom Stewart wrote:
Thanks Doug, Your grasp of my situation is right on target! I too, have accounts at both Firms. Why the Red Lite on ML? Good reasons, but a long time ago. Further reply by email Joe wrote: Buy 6mo. futures in heating oil and hope for a very cold winter :0) Pork might be a good buy to in the futures marhet, with bird flu spreading they may be culling the poltry flocks driving up the demand of the other white meat. That's devious. I like it. DSK |
Capt Rob Spends $27,950 for a KIA!!!
Pork might be a good buy to in the futures marhet, with bird flu
spreading they may be culling the poltry flocks driving up the demand of the other white meat. That's devious. I like it. Mys Terry wrote: Good. Put all your money on it, simpleton. Why don't you do it for me? You can hack into my account, right? Oh wait, you're just a wanna-be stalker, jacking off to pictures of other men's wives on the internet, no friends (except Bobsprit), no money, no skills. Never mind. DSK |
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