# Buying/Selling **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=41 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 42 --- ## [Honda or Lexus?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-or-lexus/3508)
**Author:** [@jhandcl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jhandcl)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 23, 2007, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-or-lexus/3508 "2007-08-23T22:57:41Z")
I have a 2001 RX 300 with 93000 miles on. I need to replace the tires, and there seems to be some transmission slippage occurring. I have read that the '01 Lexus has major transmission problems @100,000 miles and I am … --- ## [98 Honda CR-V](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-honda-cr-v/3157)
**Author:** [@chris\_laclede](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chris_laclede)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2007, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-honda-cr-v/3157 "2007-08-15T22:11:22Z")
My '98 CR-V has 90,000 miles and needs some work. Front struts, new tie rods and boot joints. Firestone says these parts wear out in 10 years and wants approximately $1,200. Should I do it or is a new car in my futur… --- ## [New car vs used car selection advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-vs-used-car-selection-advice/2356)
**Author:** [@brinkley0606](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brinkley0606)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 1, 2007, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-vs-used-car-selection-advice/2356 "2007-08-01T00:02:20Z")
Hi, I would like advice in determining which is the better path I should follow in purchasing a car ? first some background. The following is a list of cars that are in my selection list to choose from; Ford F… --- ## [An almost classic car - What's it worth](https://community.cartalk.com/t/an-almost-classic-car-whats-it-worth/2428)
**Author:** [@rjcas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rjcas)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 31, 2007, 10:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/an-almost-classic-car-whats-it-worth/2428 "2007-07-31T22:39:15Z")
For serious Lincoln Mark Series people only. Original owner, all paper work (including original purchase order), 42,000 miles, garaged, 1975 Mark V, Cartier Blue Diamond Edition. My aunt is moving to another city (clos… --- ## [Replacing clutch in 1994 Ford Escort](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-clutch-in-1994-ford-escort/2127)
**Author:** [@Cecilia\_Eichenberger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cecilia_Eichenberger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 24, 2007, 2:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-clutch-in-1994-ford-escort/2127 "2007-07-24T14:04:14Z")
My mechanics said the clutch was going out on my '94 Ford Escort and it would cost $750 to replace. I'm not sure if this includes labor. The car has 72,000 miles on the odometer and I am like the old lady who only driv… --- ## [Suggestions for type of car to purchase](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-type-of-car-to-purchase/1749)
**Author:** [@majora](https://community.cartalk.com/u/majora)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 18, 2007, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/suggestions-for-type-of-car-to-purchase/1749 "2007-07-18T21:52:21Z")
I am in outside sales in Calif. Here's my list: comfort, easy to get in and out of the car, fuel economy, would like a hatchback for easy access and transport of my samples. I have been driving a '94 camry for the last… --- ## [Whether to buy a 2001 Wrangler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whether-to-buy-a-2001-wrangler/1695)
**Author:** [@Julia\_Wade](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Julia_Wade)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2007, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whether-to-buy-a-2001-wrangler/1695 "2007-07-14T16:59:36Z")
I am looking to buy my first car and would love a Jeep Wrangler. I've found a 2001 with 80,000 miles for $5000, which is about what I'd like to spend. Will I be facing major expenses and/or will the car be expected to … --- ## [Looking for a crossover-hybrid-sports car handling vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-crossover-hybrid-sports-car-handling-vehicle/1688)
**Author:** [@MarkNeumann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkNeumann)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2007, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-crossover-hybrid-sports-car-handling-vehicle/1688 "2007-07-14T07:43:21Z")
I'm looking for a new vehicle - $30,000 or less - one that offers a manual tranny with V-6 or turbo-4 power, gets at least 30 mpgs on the highway, seats 4 adults comfortably, can haul camping stuff and a couple of kids, … --- ## [Dealers that offer "Carfinder"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealers-that-offer-carfinder/1162)
**Author:** [@powerdogvt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/powerdogvt)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2007, 2:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealers-that-offer-carfinder/1162 "2007-07-01T14:32:24Z")
When I see "Carfinder" on a dealer's website (in this case, for Toyota and Hyundai), does that mean: 1. They won't handle a factory order? or 2. They'll take a custom order but pressure me or offer incentives to take… --- ## [1979 Jeep Cherokee-DEAD AGAIN... PLEASE HELP TROUBLESHOOT! ONLY MEANS OF TRANSPORTATION](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-jeep-cherokee-dead-again-please-help-troubleshoot-only-means-of-transportation/351)
**Author:** [@maxwell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maxwell)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2007, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1979-jeep-cherokee-dead-again-please-help-troubleshoot-only-means-of-transportation/351 "2007-06-07T22:09:54Z")
The Jeep is not firing when the Ignition is turned, I have checked the connection of the battery and the spark plug wires appear to be in good working order. Any ideas on what I could do or look for next? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/buying-selling/13.md?page=40)