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 My critics aren't political. Purely gear head related. Couldn't care less what people think of Elon. He doesn't design or make the cars anyway. He just gives his two cents on input and writes the checks while making the major decisions when necessary.

I feel weird about BMW. Its like they sometimes make beautiful cars. That can perform really well. However I never really enjoyed them when I went on test drives. Too heavy of a steering feel IMHO. There was always something wrong with the used ones and the dealerships around here have all rude salespeople with dildos shoved up their asses.

That Honda S2000 is a fucking gem. Gods gift to all patrol heads on the earth. Never get rid of it. They are amazing. 

I need to figure out what vehicle to get next that is either a reliable AWD or 4WD SUV or wagon. Can handle mild off roading due to unpaved roads. Drives like a tank in snowy mountain conditions. Costs under 10k with under 100k miles, because I want a cheap car to save money for stacking sats now. So I can just buy a new car in 2 years from my ROI profits.

Anyone have any ideas for vehicle options meeting this criteria in the USA?
 
 Totally agree about BMW. Left that car with extremely mixed feelings. Wouldn't buy a used one outside of a couple of their halo cars (but not worth it at this point). 

The s2000 is the perfect car. My wife strongly disagrees 😆 but I don't care, it's perfect. Can't not smile when I drive it. And it's over 20 years old! Blows my mind. 

When I'm going for utility, reliability, and value my first thoughts are always Honda. Maybe CR-V?  That or a Rav4?  For wagons (which who doesn't love a wagon?) Maybe an Outback or a XC70?