# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=30 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 31 --- ## [Freakish rotating sounds under hood (No key in ignition)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freakish-rotating-sounds-under-hood-no-key-in-ignition/63463)
**Author:** [@AgentTil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AgentTil)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2011, 1:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/freakish-rotating-sounds-under-hood-no-key-in-ignition/63463 "2011-04-08T13:46:18Z")
I tried starting my car after about 5 days of non-use. Turning the key started an unusual rotating sound under the hood (It was not a fan or the door locks or other electrical device running unhindered.) This rotating… --- ## [How Much To Pay 2010 Toyota Matrix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-to-pay-2010-toyota-matrix/63385)
**Author:** [@jeffzekas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeffzekas)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2011, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-to-pay-2010-toyota-matrix/63385 "2011-04-06T19:56:59Z")
Our local dealer has a 2010 Toyota Matrix S with AWD and option package EJ (radio and CD player), package CL (cruise control) & package SP, CF, EF, GN (floor mats, spoilers, cargo nets). The car has 2400 miles on it and … --- ## [Blinker doesn't stop clicking](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker-doesnt-stop-clicking/63252)
**Author:** [@kurisuqt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurisuqt)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 8:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/blinker-doesnt-stop-clicking/63252 "2011-04-02T20:37:20Z")
For about 10 months my blinker has taken on a life of its own. After the blinker goes back into its "off" position, the 'click-click-click' will still take place & at random intervals. It's gotten worse over time and d… --- ## [Goin' \[VW\] Buggy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goin-vw-buggy/63042)
**Author:** [@joes5644](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joes5644)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2011, 3:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/goin-vw-buggy/63042 "2011-03-28T15:12:52Z")
So, I have a chance to get a really good deal on a new 2010 VW Beetle Convertible. I've always wanted a New Beetle and now that they are being redesigned, it's now or never. The issue is, I'm having hard time finding a… --- ## [Door Malfunction](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-malfunction/63029)
**Author:** [@Mary\_Pfeifer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary_Pfeifer)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2011, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/door-malfunction/63029 "2011-03-28T13:41:53Z")
We have a 2001 VW Beetle with41,000 miles on it. Two days ago, we were turning left onto a freeway when the passenger door flew open! We closed it and drove it home. Today we got into the car to do an errand and can … --- ## [A great big THANK YOU to Click and Clack](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-great-big-thank-you-to-click-and-clack/63048)
**Author:** [@yotaguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yotaguy)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2011, 8:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-great-big-thank-you-to-click-and-clack/63048 "2011-03-27T20:31:18Z")
for the advice they gave to that woman from Brooklyn who drove up here to Vermont with a bubble the size of a half dollar on one of her tires to replace it post haste. It never fails to amaze me how people can be so… --- ## [1966 Ford F100 Custom](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1966-ford-f100-custom/62995)
**Author:** [@marcashton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marcashton)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2011, 2:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1966-ford-f100-custom/62995 "2011-03-26T02:19:19Z")
Hi guys, writing from New Zealand and regular listener to the show! Q: Am considering replacing the old three speed gear box for a four speed - have received conflicting advice on doing this! 1. the vehicle was… --- ## [Bugged out Volkswagen bug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bugged-out-volkswagen-bug/62886)
**Author:** [@Brian\_J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brian_J)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2011, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bugged-out-volkswagen-bug/62886 "2011-03-23T02:16:53Z")
My daughter just purchased a 99 Volkswagen beetle it has 130,000 mi. on it. She test drove it with no problems. It drove and ran like a car with 130,000 mi. on it. She got her driver's license this morning and drove i… --- ## [Buying Used Ford Focus](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-used-ford-focus/62594)
**Author:** [@jajsherman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jajsherman)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 18, 2011, 4:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-used-ford-focus/62594 "2011-03-18T04:33:45Z")
In Click and Clack's review of the 2001 Ford Focus (Actual Car Info \> Test Drive Library), they said "The Focus is a great car to drive, but will it stay that way as the odometer rolls over? Our hope is yes; our experien… --- ## [Buying and Trading](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-and-trading/62648)
**Author:** [@SuzanneHallman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SuzanneHallman)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2011, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-and-trading/62648 "2011-03-17T01:13:18Z")
My husband drives a 98 Chevy Lumina and I drive an 07 Dodge Caliber. He hasn't had payments for awhile and I just got my car paid off. The problem is, the Caliber has given me nothing but problems for the past 3 years an… --- ## [Low fuel warning light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-fuel-warning-light/62632)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_E\_Meehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_E_Meehan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 15, 2011, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-fuel-warning-light/62632 "2011-03-15T17:32:32Z")
On day when my car was running low on fuel when the low fuel chime dinged, the low fuel light did not come on. When I filled it up the light came on. Ever since (a couple of years, and lots of fill ups), it has stayed… --- ## [Rebuilt Title? Car Report Help. Should I buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuilt-title-car-report-help-should-i-buy/62345)
**Author:** [@paroxsitic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/paroxsitic)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2011, 9:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rebuilt-title-car-report-help-should-i-buy/62345 "2011-03-07T21:03:11Z")
I live in Michigan. I am looking to buy a 2003 Tiburon. It has 73,000 miles and the seller wants $5500 for it. I convinced him to go down to $5000 from evidence from edmunds and KBB. Looking at the pictures, the exterior… --- ## [Tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires/61947)
**Author:** [@rboccieri](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rboccieri)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2011, 11:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tires/61947 "2011-03-06T23:21:30Z")
I had a wonderful 2004 Impreza which was equipped with 195/60 R15 tires. Recently I purchased another Impreza, 2010 which has Bridgestone P 205/55 R16 tires. When I first began driving the car it had a very rough ride … --- ## [Should I replace my much-loved beetle with another?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-my-much-loved-beetle-with-another/62008)
**Author:** [@gayleforce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gayleforce)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2011, 2:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-replace-my-much-loved-beetle-with-another/62008 "2011-03-03T02:44:42Z")
I have a beautiful 2006 convertible bug that I need to trade in due to a low oil situation (long story). I love this car. It is beautiful, drives like a dream and everyone who knows me agrees that it is "me". The prob… --- ## [Vw clunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-clunk/62058)
**Author:** [@d\_logan\_md](https://community.cartalk.com/u/d_logan_md)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-clunk/62058 "2011-03-01T21:40:20Z")
I have a 02 vw beetle. 70,000 miles. a clunk like metal on metal has developed in the front drivers side. Heard on uneven gravel roads at speed of 20 mph. not transmitted to steering wheel. --- ## [Did I kill my VW Bug?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-kill-my-vw-bug/61930)
**Author:** [@gayleforce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gayleforce)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2011, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-kill-my-vw-bug/61930 "2011-02-28T18:07:43Z")
I was just leaving work in my 2006 VW Beetle when the oil light came on. I turned the car off, coasted into a spot and took my husband's car home (we work together). Later that day, my husband and a co-worker bought 2 … --- ## [Can't make up my mind on a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-make-up-my-mind-on-a-new-car/61986)
**Author:** [@shoreliner2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shoreliner2)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2011, 3:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-make-up-my-mind-on-a-new-car/61986 "2011-02-28T15:35:26Z")
I drove a 1994 Civic EX AT Sedan until the transmission died at 255,000 miles. For a new car, I need at least 4 doors - for a 2 year old toddler and wife. My wife drives a 2 door early 2000's Civic LX. Although, … --- ## [Fix or buy new (used) Subaru outback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-buy-new-used-subaru-outback/61919)
**Author:** [@Adkmts](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Adkmts)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2011, 1:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-or-buy-new-used-subaru-outback/61919 "2011-02-27T01:59:57Z")
I have a 2001 Subaru Outback Limited that I LOVE, but have just been told that it needs $5000 in repairs (head gasket, muffler w/ cat convert, rf axle). Based on consumer reports it looks like fixing these doesn't ensure… --- ## [Advice for a girl with a budget](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-a-girl-with-a-budget/61853)
**Author:** [@DoroJean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DoroJean)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2011, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-for-a-girl-with-a-budget/61853 "2011-02-25T23:44:58Z")
I am currently driving a 98 Dodge Neon. I have been driving this car since i was 16 and, 6 years later, I'm more than ready for a new one. I would rather not have a car payment and I have a limited budget of about $5000.… --- ## [Just bought my first car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-my-first-car/61702)
**Author:** [@tulaniq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tulaniq)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 3:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/just-bought-my-first-car/61702 "2011-02-22T15:19:24Z")
It's an '04 Civic with 92,000 miles...got it from a dealer with a carfax that shows it's been regularly maintained (oil changes, etc) and occasionally serviced but I don't know what all has actually been done. Is there … --- ## [Buy a new compact car. HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-new-compact-car-help/61679)
**Author:** [@qqqqqqq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/qqqqqqq)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2011, 4:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-a-new-compact-car-help/61679 "2011-02-22T04:32:47Z")
Want suggestions on which new car I should buy. Requirements: Budget: up to $25k Style: must be hatchback MPG: must be very fuel efficient Maintenance: very reliable, less repair cost Per… --- ## [Good little "see America" tour car worth shipping to hawaii](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-little-see-america-tour-car-worth-shipping-to-hawaii/61631)
**Author:** [@Dinalee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dinalee)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2011, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-little-see-america-tour-car-worth-shipping-to-hawaii/61631 "2011-02-21T04:18:21Z")
I live in Hawaii and want to buy a very affordable /reliable car on the mainland to drive back and forth -around the country then ship back to Hawaii. It can be a used car or new car that is relatively inexpensive Oth… --- ## [What is the perfect new car for me?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-perfect-new-car-for-me/61133)
**Author:** [@MDIRunner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MDIRunner)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2011, 8:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-perfect-new-car-for-me/61133 "2011-02-15T20:53:26Z")
I am female, retired and 61 years young (almost 62!) My partner/husband and I are planning on spending at least one year in Maine in the near future, and I am thinking of replacing my wonderful blue 2004 BMW 325i 4-door… --- ## [Lease Vs Buy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-vs-buy/60395)
**Author:** [@indeedoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/indeedoe)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2011, 1:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lease-vs-buy/60395 "2011-02-15T13:03:10Z")
This has probably been asked ad infinitum by as many people, but really which is the better option? Also, could someone exactly explain to me how leasing works. Been trying to find information out there, but so much of i… --- ## [Flex...should I buy one?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310)
**Author:** [@MegaKook](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MegaKook)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2011, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/flex-should-i-buy-one/61310 "2011-02-15T01:35:19Z")
Exactly what the title says. I'm in a dangerous position, pre-approved for a new vehicle, but not committed to anything yet. So far the Flex is in the lead, but i haven't pulled the trigger yet. really interested in othe… --- ## [Buying a new truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-truck/60746)
**Author:** [@n2alaska](https://community.cartalk.com/u/n2alaska)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 4, 2011, 3:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-new-truck/60746 "2011-02-04T15:38:05Z")
I am looking at buying a 2001 Ford Excursion with the 7.3L powerstroke turbo diesel in it. It has about 96,000 miles on it. Any thoughts or suggestions? I'm a student at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and I plan on takin… --- ## [Tourist buying a car in Chicago/Detroit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tourist-buying-a-car-in-chicago-detroit/60452)
**Author:** [@tomr0b](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tomr0b)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [February 3, 2011, 8:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tourist-buying-a-car-in-chicago-detroit/60452 "2011-02-03T20:32:40Z")
Hi Everyone, I'm from the UK, and am going to be arriving in Chicago March 10 with 2 friends planning to buy a car and embark on a 3 month road trip (covering approx 5000 miles). We have set 6 days aside to fin… --- ## [Electrical Short 1988 Toyota Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-short-1988-toyota-camry/60433)
**Author:** [@NH\_Joe\_Chavez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NH_Joe_Chavez)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2011, 5:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-short-1988-toyota-camry/60433 "2011-02-02T17:03:12Z")
1988 Toyota Camry Wagon, 2.0L, EFI, 4 Cyl., 3S-FE, Std. 5-Speed. Vehicle has had problems with consistent dis-charged battery. Battery is new, cell chemistry has been checked and has been load tested. Alternator has been… --- ## [Buying a Prius- how can you tell whether you can trust the dealer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-prius-how-can-you-tell-whether-you-can-trust-the-dealer/60650)
**Author:** [@indeedoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/indeedoe)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2011, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-prius-how-can-you-tell-whether-you-can-trust-the-dealer/60650 "2011-01-30T15:33:05Z")
I am trying to buy a Prius. I test drove 3 cars yesterday- 2 of them had carfax reports that clearly said when the maintenance was done and finally that they were repossessed. The third, has 9 records, all of which are f… --- ## [Negotiating price of lease car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/negotiating-price-of-lease-car/60589)
**Author:** [@Rich88](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rich88)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2011, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/negotiating-price-of-lease-car/60589 "2011-01-30T04:43:14Z")
I don't recall ever seeing it said that a person can negotiate the price of a leased car --just like with buying-- before the lease documents are drawn up. Is it possible and if so is there any special dimension to it th… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=29) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=31)