If you own both a 2011 Toyota Sequoia base model with 162,000 miles and a 2019 Toyota Corolla LE with 85,000 miles, which one would you sell and why?
I don’t really need all the space the Sequoia has, but I’d miss the power. On the other hand, the Corolla’s fuel efficiency is hard to beat. I’m really torn on this one.
This is like asking, ‘Should I buy a snow shovel or a sun hat?’ It depends on what you actually need.
If I were in your shoes, I’d keep the Sequoia because I go camping, do some off-roading, and often take long road trips with multiple people.
But really, what do you value most?
@Chandler
I value comfort and, most of all, reliability and longevity. I got the Sequoia at a great price from a friend of a friend, so I couldn’t pass it up.
I don’t go camping or off-roading much, and while it does snow here, it’s nothing too extreme. The ride quality, smoothness, and power of the Sequoia are great, but I think I might just be trying to find reasons to keep it.
Then again, the Corolla has 85K miles, while the Sequoia has 162K. Since both are Toyotas, maybe that mileage difference isn’t even a big deal?
Do you tow, off-road, or live in an area with heavy snow? If not, I’d stick with the Corolla.
What matters more to you, saving money or keeping something you enjoy driving?
Fifer said:
What matters more to you, saving money or keeping something you enjoy driving?
Saving money is always nice, but that’s not really the issue. I’m just trying to figure out which car is the better long-term option. But I guess that’s a pretty subjective question. Just looking for different perspectives.
@Rory
If you’re going with emotions, keep the Sequoia and sell the Corolla. If you’re thinking logically, sell the Sequoia and keep the Corolla.
Either way, you’ll probably get about the same selling price for both. The Corolla might sell for around $1,000–$1,500 more, though.
@Rory
The Sequoia will probably sell faster and for a bit more money.