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This weekend I drove up to my best friend's wedding in Stillwater, OK. I'm going on a two week training trip to Wichita, KS next week, so I figured I'd save the truck some miles and rent a car for the trip.

 

I was excited about the drive because I originally reserved a new Malibu and was anxious to try one out. Much to my dismay, the Enterprise guys handed me the keys to am 07 Dodge Avenger Friday morning since they were fresh out of Malibus.

 

Driving the Avenger explained to me why Chrysler is dying. Crap, crap, crap. On the way to my house, I figured out the cruise didn't work, so I gladly took it back to see what else they had available.

 

The guys behind the counter kind of chuckled as he pointed out to the red HHR fresh out of the wash bay. Reluctantly, I took it.

 

I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how much fun and how useable that little rig was! I got 29 mpg on the way up running 80 most of the way in the hills, and got over 30 mpg coming back down. It's not my truck power-wise, but it had plenty of oomph to keep up speed and get around in traffic. There was tons of usueable space in it, as well.

 

I'm in the market for a commuter, and if they weren't so goofy looking, I think I'd buy one! If any of you are looking for a fun, economical ride, I'd recommend checking the HHRs out!

 

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Black02Silverado Senior Enthusiast

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I like the way they look. I wonder how they would be if GM made a suburban sized version of the HHR with a DMax/Allison.

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I like the way they look. I wonder how they would be if GM made a suburban sized version of the HHR with a DMax/Allison.

 

Haha, that might be cool! Since they're designed after the old Chevrolet panel trucks, that might just work. My grandfather had one of those panel trucks, and my Dad really liked the HHR because it looked so much like it.

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The HHR isn't so bad,at least it's GM.Not sure about the xB.I'm sure Jim will have input on that,get ready Jeff,it's coming :P

 

BTW,happy birthday Will

Nick The Great Senior Enthusiast

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I like the way they look. I wonder how they would be if GM made a suburban sized version of the HHR with a DMax/Allison.

 

Haha, that might be cool! Since they're designed after the old Chevrolet panel trucks, that might just work. My grandfather had one of those panel trucks, and my Dad really liked the HHR because it looked so much like it.

 

 

:P Sounds cool to me :lol:

 

 

I rented a Buick Lucerne last week on vacation. It had a tail light out, and they gave me a Dodge Caliber. :) Those were my thoughts exactly about Dodge.

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The HHR isn't so bad,at least it's GM.Not sure about the xB.I'm sure Jim will have input on that,get ready Jeff,it's coming :P

 

BTW,happy birthday Will

 

Thanks man! My own coworkers didn't even remember my birthday, so I definitely appreciate it!

 

I was definitely impressed with the HHR.. gives me hope for the future of GM!

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My wife drives an HHR and we really like it. I have never driven that far in it though but it is comfortable.

 

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P71_CrownVic Senior Enthusiast

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Reluctantly, I took it.

 

I have to say I was pleasantly surprised at how much fun and how useable that little rig was! I got 29 mpg on the way up running 80 most of the way in the hills, and got over 30 mpg coming back down. It's not my truck power-wise, but it had plenty of oomph to keep up speed and get around in traffic. There was tons of usueable space in it, as well.

 

They are great little wagons. Just imagine how great the SS version is.

Draenor Senior Enthusiast

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Did it have the 2.2 or the 2.4? I am intrested in getting one as a daily driver and something to economical to haul the family in. If they came with the 4.3 or even the LS motor I'd be sold.

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Just be glad it wasn't a white PT cruiser. Haha.

 

I drove an HHR a while back when I flew into Wichita, KS and I thought that it really had some good zip to it as well. I don't prefer the way it looks though. To each his own!

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I think the one I drove had the 2.2L in it. It was the LS model. Yeah, they look funny, but it was a really cool little car!

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I've driven one, didn't take to it very much. Felt like being in an H3 as far as vision goes, felt like tank vision, itty-bitty window feel. Other than that it was smooth and drove nicely. After driving a truck all the time it felt like I was sitting on the ground cruising around :thumbs:

bossier62guy Senior Enthusiast

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A couple of summers ago a very good friend and I took an 8 day/8 state run in his HHR....it was my first experience in one and I was more than impressed (especially since I never drove). My folks now own one as well.

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