# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=31 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 32 --- ## [99 VW Beetle ProblemS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-beetle-problems/47019)
**Author:** [@bobobobo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobobobo)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2011, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/99-vw-beetle-problems/47019 "2011-01-29T21:29:01Z")
1999 Volkswagen Beetle 4 cyl Two Wheel Drive Manual 161000 miles Hello! I have 99 VW beetle with a 2.0 4 cylinder engine with little over 160,000 miles on it. I was driving down the highway, all the sudden the car l… --- ## [OBD-2 fault code p0012 in a 2002 vw new beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-2-fault-code-p0012-in-a-2002-vw-new-beetle/60485)
**Author:** [@DINO\_CAR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DINO_CAR)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2011, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/obd-2-fault-code-p0012-in-a-2002-vw-new-beetle/60485 "2011-01-26T03:05:22Z")
The car is a 2002 VW beetle 1.8 turbo AWV engine. That has an intermittent fault(s) p0340 and p0012 which is a problem with the cam position sensor (CPS) and the position of the intake cam. The engine has been rebuilt (n… --- ## [What's my next car...?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-my-next-car/60243)
**Author:** [@jbschiffman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbschiffman)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2011, 5:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-my-next-car/60243 "2011-01-22T17:18:11Z")
For the last 15 years, I've driven a Honda Civic. It's been a good, reliable car and I've driven it about as hard as you can drive a Civic. Recently, however, the brakes went out and when I had it checked out, there ar… --- ## [I'm ready to buy a used car... but I have no idea what to look for and I need advice/recommendations](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-ready-to-buy-a-used-car-but-i-have-no-idea-what-to-look-for-and-i-need-advice-recommendations/60165)
**Author:** [@Trohax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trohax)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2011, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-ready-to-buy-a-used-car-but-i-have-no-idea-what-to-look-for-and-i-need-advice-recommendations/60165 "2011-01-20T15:47:14Z")
Hello cartalk, I'm a college student that's been through hell and as a gift from my parents, they're willing to buy me a car within the range of 13k USD ~ 16K USD on my birthday (2 months from now) they said that I can e… --- ## [Getting a convertible top installed](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-a-convertible-top-installed/60160)
**Author:** [@DumbandDumber](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DumbandDumber)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2011, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-a-convertible-top-installed/60160 "2011-01-19T21:35:47Z")
I live in Austin. I have a 2001 Toyota that needs a new top. Any ideas or suggestions so I don't get jerked around would be appreciated. Thanks --- ## [Best way to sell my older Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-sell-my-older-camry/60085)
**Author:** [@CAMTHERAM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CAMTHERAM)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2011, 9:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-way-to-sell-my-older-camry/60085 "2011-01-18T21:42:42Z")
I'm considering selling my 1993 Camry (133K miles and runs well) and buying a small truck. Should I... A)Trade it into a dealer B)Sell it myself on Craigslist C)Donate it Second thought, would the best price c… --- ## [1998 Volkswagon Beetle Spewing Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-volkswagon-beetle-spewing-oil/60056)
**Author:** [@fordee11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fordee11)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2011, 9:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1998-volkswagon-beetle-spewing-oil/60056 "2011-01-17T21:47:55Z")
So my sister's 1998 Volkswagon Beetle is spewing oil, but only when it is running. Any ideas as to what could be the cause and the fix? Can she drive it to the mechanic about 2 miles away? --- ## [Yellow paste in the oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yellow-paste-in-the-oil/60010)
**Author:** [@maryoliveira](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maryoliveira)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2011, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yellow-paste-in-the-oil/60010 "2011-01-16T18:12:35Z")
i was changing my oil today, and when i pulled out the cap, a yellow paste, more like a melted white chocolate color, was stuck in the cap, and when i pulled the stick out, the same paste was in there!!!! what could be… --- ## [Timing chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/21880)
**Author:** [@carmen72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carmen72)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2011, 10:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/21880 "2011-01-12T22:00:45Z")
I brought my 97 nissan hardbody pickup into the shop because of rattling. They said that my timing chain needed to be replaced. The labor would be close to $1000. Is this right? --- ## [Kia Forte Whats the deal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-forte-whats-the-deal/59859)
**Author:** [@jager1990](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jager1990)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2011, 6:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-forte-whats-the-deal/59859 "2011-01-12T18:45:22Z")
Im am currently thinking of buying a 2010 kia forte ex. I have been hearing mixed things on it. Some say it is good others say its a heap. What do you guys think. Plus i attend school up in NH how is it in the snow. I wa… --- ## [Trading in VW Beetle 2000 for Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trading-in-vw-beetle-2000-for-hybrid/59459)
**Author:** [@portlandraindrops](https://community.cartalk.com/u/portlandraindrops)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2011, 10:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trading-in-vw-beetle-2000-for-hybrid/59459 "2011-01-12T10:41:26Z")
My husband bought a 2000 VW New Beetle two years ago with an extended warranty, which expires at the end of February 2011. Our check engine light came on over the holidays and repairs are over $1,000 (knock on wood-- loo… --- ## [New Car or Used Car - Co$t In the Long Run?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-or-used-car-co-t-in-the-long-run/59701)
**Author:** [@marksez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marksez)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2011, 4:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-or-used-car-co-t-in-the-long-run/59701 "2011-01-10T04:21:10Z")
Popular wisdom says that buying and owning a used car is cheaper than buying or leasing a new one. Is that really so? Assuming we?re comparing similar cars (that is, we?re not comparing an $80,000 Mercedes to a Honda Civ… --- ## [New or Used Car - Where is the Smart Money?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-used-car-where-is-the-smart-money/59754)
**Author:** [@marksez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marksez)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2011, 9:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-used-car-where-is-the-smart-money/59754 "2011-01-09T21:38:10Z")
It?s cheaper to own and drive a used car than a new car, so the thinking goes. Is that really so, and is the difference worth it? I?m sure it should cheaper to drive a cheap old beat up car. I?ve done that, and it … --- ## [Timing chain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/59724)
**Author:** [@Indersingh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Indersingh)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2011, 5:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-chain/59724 "2011-01-09T17:53:52Z")
with 85,000 miles on the clock, I have been advised by a local mechanic to replace the timing chain as a preventative maintenance measure . Please comment --- ## [What to Buy? Subaru and Electronic Throttle Control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy-subaru-and-electronic-throttle-control/59579)
**Author:** [@mikhail\_b](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikhail_b)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 6, 2011, 5:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy-subaru-and-electronic-throttle-control/59579 "2011-01-06T17:02:03Z")
Hi All! My fiance and I are looking to buy a "new" (or "newer") car. We considered Volvo wagons and VW tiguan, but the potentially costly repairs made us turn away from those. I also like the the new Honda Accord Cr… --- ## [What car should I get?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-should-i-get/59524)
**Author:** [@Oliver\_Mercury](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Oliver_Mercury)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 4, 2011, 10:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-should-i-get/59524 "2011-01-04T22:16:59Z")
I need a car when I move upstate New York where it snows a lot in winter with lots of winding country roads that go up and down. I'm looking for a small car with good mileage. Stick is OK too. What do you recommend? --- ## [Vw beetle front spoiler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-beetle-front-spoiler/59447)
**Author:** [@system](https://community.cartalk.com/u/system)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 3, 2011, 1:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-beetle-front-spoiler/59447 "2011-01-03T01:54:28Z")
My wife's 2003 VW beetle has a "front spoiler" below the front bumper that is easily damaged and is now held on with duct tape. Is there any way to either remove this piece of "tissue paper" as she calls it, or repair i… --- ## [Turn signal switch](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-switch/58934)
**Author:** [@mike\_1968\_beetle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mike_1968_beetle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2010, 6:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-signal-switch/58934 "2010-12-20T06:01:12Z")
1968 turn signal switch bought thru j c whitney cant get it to wire an work i need help --- ## [Lost relay](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-relay/58772)
**Author:** [@zipman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zipman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2010, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lost-relay/58772 "2010-12-17T19:26:01Z")
where is the fuel pump relay located on a 1998 vw beetle? I ordered a new one at the auto parts store thinking it would be easy to find after i seen it but there is nothing that looks like it under the dash. The number o… --- ## [New car with 2400 miles on it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-with-2400-miles-on-it/58688)
**Author:** [@Timber\_Mountain](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Timber_Mountain)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2010, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-with-2400-miles-on-it/58688 "2010-12-14T20:09:52Z")
Is this a common problem? My local dealer found the exact new car I was looking for in a town in Idaho. We agreed on the price, I signed my trade-in over to them, they put me in a loaner and said my new vehicle would be … --- ## [Car Buyer for Hire](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-buyer-for-hire/58510)
**Author:** [@mzmolek](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mzmolek)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 12, 2010, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-buyer-for-hire/58510 "2010-12-12T02:17:22Z")
I currently own a Toyota Corolla that I have had about 9 years and it has 208,000+ miles on it. I love this car. However, I realize that I am going to need to purchase a new one sometime soon. I dread the idea of car sho… --- ## [Used car shopping: age vs. mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-shopping-age-vs-mileage/58481)
**Author:** [@Todd52](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Todd52)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 10, 2010, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-shopping-age-vs-mileage/58481 "2010-12-10T01:38:13Z")
This seems like such a perfect Tom and Ray question that I was tempted to try phoning-in on Saturday, but expect to be traveling, and so decided to post here instead. Hypothetical question: I am shopping for a used … --- ## [New Car Help, Input welcome!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-help-input-welcome/57981)
**Author:** [@BrianTrenkamp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BrianTrenkamp)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2010, 6:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-help-input-welcome/57981 "2010-11-30T18:54:31Z")
Hello Everyone, I am currently in the process of looking for a new car, I recently wrecked my 2007 Acura TL type S. It was a great car for me. It was very nicely optioned, had 287hp, so I would have liked for somet… --- ## [Replaceing Exhaust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaceing-exhaust/58075)
**Author:** [@gothicalien](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gothicalien)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2010, 12:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replaceing-exhaust/58075 "2010-11-29T12:35:49Z")
hi i have a 1972 super beetle i want to get the Stinger Exhaust but i want to know if i can still us the heater with it i ges its called heater box? i cant find my vw book so i am asking on here --- ## [New cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cars/57988)
**Author:** [@steveandjoyce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steveandjoyce)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2010, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-cars/57988 "2010-11-28T19:05:47Z")
I will be retiring soon I am looking for a new reliable car under $20,000 With good gas mileage for city and highway driving I tend to keep my cars for a very long time Also when is the best time to buy a new ca… --- ## [Which AWD sedan?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-awd-sedan/58007)
**Author:** [@PeteInWaban](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PeteInWaban)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2010, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-awd-sedan/58007 "2010-11-28T02:09:05Z")
I am trying to decide between two AWD sedans: Ford Fusion and Subaru Legacy. I like the Ford's electronics and safety features, but am worried that the AWD drivetrain is less time-tested than the Subaru? Any thoughts o… --- ## [Used camry vs accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-camry-vs-accord/57978)
**Author:** [@steveandjoyce](https://community.cartalk.com/u/steveandjoyce)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2010, 1:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-camry-vs-accord/57978 "2010-11-26T13:16:10Z")
Does anyone favor one of these autos over the other one.what year should I be looking for a used car ,like one of these.and does anyone think there is a better used car than the campy or accord in a similar price range.t… --- ## [2002 Beetle want idle help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-beetle-want-idle-help/57882)
**Author:** [@captain0](https://community.cartalk.com/u/captain0)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 23, 2010, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2002-beetle-want-idle-help/57882 "2010-11-23T16:22:22Z")
My 2002 VW Beetle turbo will only idle in park. When in gear at a stop light of taking off shudders and runs rough and will jump occasionally at speed. What could this be and can I fix it? Please help! --- ## [Used car buying age vs mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-buying-age-vs-mileage/57837)
**Author:** [@danamay8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/danamay8)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 22, 2010, 4:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-buying-age-vs-mileage/57837 "2010-11-22T16:19:02Z")
am looking to purchase a used honda odyssey, it seems that a 2007 model with around 20k miles costs the same as a 2008 model with almost twice the mileage. Which do you think is a better choice, for a family that lives … --- ## [Leaking camshaft adjuster seal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-camshaft-adjuster-seal/57786)
**Author:** [@jrobison](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jrobison)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 20, 2010, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaking-camshaft-adjuster-seal/57786 "2010-11-20T17:47:50Z")
When my 2001 Bettle was in for yet another recall the dealer reported that the camshaft adjuster seal was leaking engine oil onto the coolant flange and wiring. This has not been reported in the past and I am wondering … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=30) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=32)