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    My wife's '98 Cherokee has low compression (maybe 100psi, if that,) and rust on the insulator on the #3 plug. Not surprisingly, it runs annoyingly rough and throws codes. As it is over a quarter million miles and due for inspection, we have decided to replace it, spending less than $4,000, not financed. The short list includes Mazda6 wagons, MPVs, and Grand Cherokees with a 4.0L engine, and looking early to mid 2000's year wise. Any advice about those cars before we head off to find a replacement? Are there any model-specific items of which I need to be aware?

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    Mike
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    Ended up with a 2005 MPV. Started early, ended late, and only saw three vehicles due to folks not being on time.
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    I'd highly recommend an MPV, best vehicle ever made!
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    Quote Originally Posted by OZMDD View Post
    I'd highly recommend an MPV, best vehicle ever made!
    This being a Miata-centric board, the highest recommendation I was hoping for was Second Best Vehicle Ever Made.
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