its got to be an S.U.V or at least big enough to fit me, my husband, and 2 kids. I need something that wont break down in extremely cold weather and is front wheel drive. I need asvise with this and please feel free to use all the details or links you want.
2006-08-13 12:29:36 · 12 answers · asked by ? 3 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Having lived in Alaska for 19 years (now am in Canada), I do believe that your SUV will work very well for the environment in Alaska. A couple of things you might want to consider though are: 1) you should consider getting a block heater for your SUV, particularly if you will be parking it outside a warm garage - this will help it start during those very cold days. 2) you should also consider getting studded tires - which you will probably purchase there. They work extremely well on the snow, but also provide some traction on the ice as well.
You can get both of these things once you get to Alaska. >If you are heading there in November, the weather should not be too bad - it is usually January and/or February that are the tough months in Alaska. I assume from your other questions, you will be out of Fairbanks.. so, I think that holds true.
If you have any other questions, please contact me as I would be glad to help.
2006-08-13 13:39:05 · answer #1 · answered by Debbie M 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First off I love cars.
Second, for snow, wet or winter driver, anything that starts with "Subaru" is going to be the best money can get. They make the best All wheel drive systems that and handle well on snow or wet roads. You can get many of them in wagons and still achieve good gas mileage. Subaru quality is up there with the Toyota and Honda. Many people don't know this but Subaru is actually a Japanese car company (not Australian like the old commercials)
If you are set on an SUV, the Honda CR-V gets ood gas mileage and is front or All-wheel-drive. You can pick up used ones for under 10K and Honda's are notoriously reliable. If you want to spend more you can purchase the Honda Element for under 20k. The Honda Element comes in either All wheel drive or front wheel drive and is geared towards younger more outdoorsy people.
You can purchase other 4 x 4 SUV's except they will recieve poor gas mileage. I would steer away from any American SUV's like Ford and Chevy.
2006-08-13 19:41:04 · answer #2 · answered by MikeMillions 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
look around all you want but before you buy consider a jeep grand cherokee with 4.0 in-line six and the "quadra-trac 2 all wheel drive system these trucks are built simple and tough the solid axle housings front and rear don't have the Mickey mouse c.v. joints or spindly multi link suspensions that some of the others do and they have a real honest to god handle to engage low range instead of a windshield wiper motor adapted to the transfer case. also whatever you wind up with make sure it has a 110 volt block heater and a battery warmer you may want to consider a winch capable of pulling you out of a snow bank and some aux. lighting systems good luck and be safe.
2006-08-13 21:25:03 · answer #3 · answered by hobbabob 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live at the foothills of Mt. Rainier Washington. Although not as severe as Alaska, we have weeks where people can not get up or down my hill. I sit at 3,000 feet. We are prone to several feet of snow and ice every winter.
I drive a 1991 Isuzu Rodeo. It has 230,000+ miles on it. In the winter I put studded tires on it, and I can go up and down my hill as often as I like, where as others are continually stuck. I average 21 MPG, have had few problems with it outside of repair and maint.
It handles very well, tight steering, and has a bit of a sporty feel to it. If you are a 4x4 gurl and not a foo foo gurl, check into the Isuzu Rodeo. I also like it because I am only 5' 1.5". It is definately designed by short people.
My son and husband are over 6ft. The pedals are a bit small to them, the leg space as a passenger limited by the dash. They both like the comfort of the seats. awesome room for kids and groceries, or in my case, my sub woofer, amp and speakers.
2006-08-13 19:41:11 · answer #4 · answered by J D 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well as for my knowledge on cars i recommend a Honda s.u.v, it will take you to the end of time and back with no problems what so ever. ex. Honda Element, rated most reliable in its class.
Honda Pilot is also a good choice. Toyota Land Cruiser and 4Runner are also very reliable and spacious.
2006-08-13 19:46:38 · answer #5 · answered by ISRAEL R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I live in fairbanks alaska and it doesnt really matter what you drive,the only thing you should be worried about is it being four-wheel drive and having studded tires put on your vehicle.you dont have to have four wheel driv,I have a 2000 cavalier which is front wheel drive and I just put studded tires on it and do fine all year round.
2006-08-13 19:49:36 · answer #6 · answered by QTIP 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nothing drives good on ice, but a range rover will get you right through the snow
2006-08-13 19:57:33 · answer #7 · answered by caddy girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can try an SUV with 4 wheel drive.My mom has one that can make it thro any wheather!!
2006-08-14 15:00:41 · answer #8 · answered by ? Emii ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
check out a ka sorento brilliant cheap to service !! mercedes build quality with Ford money!!!
2006-08-13 19:39:17 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
why dont you get a monster truck? they are great!!! you can buy the grave digger or big foot and go to monster truck rallies and be the star of the show
2006-08-13 21:19:43 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋