Extra car for teen drivers

[rpaoness]

I happened to call the Vernon dealer I bought the GLS550 from about the windshield and when I asked about GLA’s he mentioned he’s not a fan and recommends the GLCs instead. He called me later today and said he won the auction on two GLCs, with 101k-105k mi and would let me know when they’re in.

[kevm14]

I don't know how much I value that opinion. I mean I generally prefer more premium platforms, too, but for your usage the GLA seemed to fit. The GLA the lightest, most efficient and cheapest option with a hatch.

And, please: no vehicles with the BMW N20.....

[rpaoness]

I'm not sure how to compare the FWD based dual clutch vs. the RWD based 9G tronic drivetrains... conventional rear wheel drive layout seems likely more robust, but I think 15% or so worse fuel mileage is "real"... I thought the GLCs were all V6 based, but they are turbo-4 also...

[rpaoness]

The more useful trunk area of the GLC is appealing.

[rpaoness]

He also mentioned he thought they'd be sub $14k - not sure if that will bear out.

[kevm14]

I would have bought that loaded, low mileage 2015 already.