# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=215 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 216 --- ## [Have you seen the video of the new Mercedes AA-Class?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-seen-the-video-of-the-new-mercedes-aa-class/97931)
**Author:** [@MG-McAnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MG-McAnick)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 1, 2017, 4:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-seen-the-video-of-the-new-mercedes-aa-class/97931 "2017-01-01T16:33:00Z")
As a long term lover of Mercedes Benz cars, I found this to be very interesting if not fun. Be sure and wait for the last three words. No, it's not an advertisement. --- ## [Courageous cop saves toddler from its druggie mother](https://community.cartalk.com/t/courageous-cop-saves-toddler-from-its-druggie-mother/97877)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2016, 10:51pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/courageous-cop-saves-toddler-from-its-druggie-mother/97877 "2016-12-30T22:51:02Z")
Even though the perp's vehicle was moving at a fairly slow speed, I greatly admire the bravery that this cop displayed when he leaped into Mommie Dearest's car, and jammed her transmission into "Park", thereby ending th… --- ## [Trade or repair help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-or-repair-help/97855)
**Author:** [@beth.sartor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/beth.sartor)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2016, 1:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-or-repair-help/97855 "2016-12-31T01:32:56Z")
I had my car serviced and I have a leaking rear shock valve and cracked compliance bushings. It also needs a new timing belt/water pump. It is a 2011 Honda Pilot,It has 122,000 miles. Trade in value is $14,000. I would l… --- ## [1993 jeep Grand Cherokee 4.0L 6cyl 4wd 118k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-jeep-grand-cherokee-4-0l-6cyl-4wd-118k-miles/97848)
**Author:** [@clarissajohnson75](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clarissajohnson75)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 30, 2016, 9:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-jeep-grand-cherokee-4-0l-6cyl-4wd-118k-miles/97848 "2016-12-30T09:29:11Z")
I bought my car used. At the time when i started it it ran real loud and what id describe as "bubbly" and ouder than i thought it should but it was a cheap car...and it was from my moms hubby at the time.. Last year i ha… --- ## [A REALLY sleazy used car dealer gets caught](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-really-sleazy-used-car-dealer-gets-caught/97836)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2016, 10:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-really-sleazy-used-car-dealer-gets-caught/97836 "2016-12-29T22:25:28Z")
Doing this type of business across state lines, on an international basis, and by using electronic means to scam his customers has exposed this scumbag used car dealer to much more legal hot water than most sleazy us… --- ## [Dealer broke different part while making repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-broke-different-part-while-making-repair/97583)
**Author:** [@andrew1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/andrew1)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2016, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-broke-different-part-while-making-repair/97583 "2016-12-28T00:54:32Z")
So brought my 2008 Subaru Outback to the dealer for some repairs, and while working on a ball joint they broke the wheel bearing knuckle. They want me to pay for half of the repair while they cover the other half. Is thi… --- ## [Heated garage and frosted windows?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heated-garage-and-frosted-windows/96900)
**Author:** [@ibrewster](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ibrewster)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/heated-garage-and-frosted-windows/96900 "2016-12-27T19:58:36Z")
So I just got a heated attached garage added to my house, and it is lovely on those -30º days (we've had a couple already this winter, though it hasn't hit -40º yet) to climb into a already warm car for the drive to work… --- ## [Work car or not?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/work-car-or-not/97715)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [December 27, 2016, 4:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/work-car-or-not/97715 "2016-12-27T16:30:42Z")
I have a 2013 f150 that is racking up miles fast. I'm considering getting a cheap car to drive to work but is it worth it to let the truck sit? We have to have the truck for other activities but not daily. Maybe drive it… --- ## [Aveo vs rio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aveo-vs-rio/97716)
**Author:** [@Kennedy1963](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kennedy1963)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 9:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/aveo-vs-rio/97716 "2016-12-26T21:49:09Z")
2005 aveo sedan and 2008 rio sedan. Similar mileage and equipment, priced the same. Any reason to choose one over the other? Just looking for bare bones transportation without too much drama. --- ## [Diveline shudder?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diveline-shudder/97722)
**Author:** [@Cavell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cavell)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 7:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/diveline-shudder/97722 "2016-12-26T19:50:13Z")
01 Taurus. 150k. Car seems to ride fine but at 55mph if I go thru dip in road I can feel a humming/vibration thru chassis. Level road, no sensation. If I put 2 passengers in car it kinda feels like car is laboring at all… --- ## [Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-wishes-for-christmas-and-the-new-year/97624)
**Author:** [@Docnick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docnick)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 3:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-wishes-for-christmas-and-the-new-year/97624 "2016-12-26T03:12:51Z")
It's been an informative and eventful year and the New Year will likely bring many new surprises. Best Wishes to all! Docnick --- ## [CB Noise in 2011 Toyota Tacoma](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cb-noise-in-2011-toyota-tacoma/97172)
**Author:** [@plonkhead](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plonkhead)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 2:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cb-noise-in-2011-toyota-tacoma/97172 "2016-12-26T02:56:55Z")
I recently purchased a 2011 Toyota Tacoma and installed a CB radio. Unfortunately, every time I step on the brakes, I get about 2 seconds of an annoying screech throughout the CB. I have gone back to the place where it w… --- ## [What is a good safe car for seniors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-a-good-safe-car-for-seniors/96800)
**Author:** [@drjjbaker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drjjbaker)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [December 26, 2016, 12:51am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-a-good-safe-car-for-seniors/96800 "2016-12-26T00:51:09Z")
I'm looking (probably like many other seniors) for the perfect car for seniors. we don't want much, just: 1. safety equipment: lane departure/blind spot monitor, back up camera, auto braking to make up for diminished r… --- ## [Car wont start. When does it stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-when-does-it-stalls/97637)
**Author:** [@schmitzkatelyn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/schmitzkatelyn)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wont-start-when-does-it-stalls/97637 "2016-12-24T14:25:28Z")
I have a 2005 mercury mariner that will not start. It all started when i was driving home the car would randomly just stall. No check engine lights. Care would not restart unless it was put into neutral. Thought it was t… --- ## [Sometimes the basics are overlooked!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sometimes-the-basics-are-overlooked/97598)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [December 24, 2016, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sometimes-the-basics-are-overlooked/97598 "2016-12-24T05:07:53Z")
So last Saturday at midnight or so snowthrower starts and 3 seconds later dies, and gas dripping off the bottom of carb bowl. New needle and seat I say, get a carb rebuild kit, do the needle and seat, start blower, same … --- ## [The eternal question: to warm or not to warm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-eternal-question-to-warm-or-not-to-warm/97504)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-eternal-question-to-warm-or-not-to-warm/97504 "2016-12-23T23:43:20Z")
Well, I finally answered the eternal question of whether to warm the car up before jumping in and driving off. I’m warming mine up!! :scream: --- ## [Stupid craigslist car for sale](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stupid-craigslist-car-for-sale/92666)
**Author:** [@db4690](https://community.cartalk.com/u/db4690)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stupid-craigslist-car-for-sale/92666 "2016-12-23T14:30:08Z")
Hey guys, I was perusing craigslist, looking for another used car for my mom, and I saw something rather interesting A car was listed on February 27th, and the guy was asking $10400. Now it's listed again, on February… --- ## [Buying first new car, advice on my perspective](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-first-new-car-advice-on-my-perspective/96898)
**Author:** [@cornflakes2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cornflakes2)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [December 23, 2016, 1:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-first-new-car-advice-on-my-perspective/96898 "2016-12-23T01:48:11Z")
So I am itching to buy my first ever new car. But here's something I am struggling with: the price tag. I don't make a lot of money (about 30-35 k) per year, and I'm a single person so I don't have a lot of financial … --- ## [It's that time of the year again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-that-time-of-the-year-again/97564)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2016, 3:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/its-that-time-of-the-year-again/97564 "2016-12-22T03:06:36Z")
Enjoy --- ## [Who was Jimi Hendrix's road mechanic during the 1960s tours?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-was-jimi-hendrixs-road-mechanic-during-the-1960s-tours/92041)
**Author:** [@JimFrost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JimFrost)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2016, 1:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/who-was-jimi-hendrixs-road-mechanic-during-the-1960s-tours/92041 "2016-12-22T01:16:05Z")
Was he a good guy? a good mechanic? any interesting stories with him and Jimi and the tours? Thanks --- ## [I have Mira dihatsu 2013 but car loses pick when headlights are turned on and sometime the speed reduces to 15km/hr or 0. when I turned off the lights car is back to normal please guide](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-mira-dihatsu-2013-but-car-loses-pick-when-headlights-are-turned-on-and-sometime-the-speed-reduces-to-15km-hr-or-0-when-i-turned-off-the-lights-car-is-back-to-normal-please-guide/97429)
**Author:** [@tahirali\_shah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tahirali_shah)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 21, 2016, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-mira-dihatsu-2013-but-car-loses-pick-when-headlights-are-turned-on-and-sometime-the-speed-reduces-to-15km-hr-or-0-when-i-turned-off-the-lights-car-is-back-to-normal-please-guide/97429 "2016-12-21T22:13:04Z")
When the car headlights are on . The car starts to lose speed and eventually goes to to 0. I have to turn off the head lights to get it back to normal --- ## [Will Insurance replace my car after the engine caught on fire?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-insurance-replace-my-car-after-the-engine-caught-on-fire/97386)
**Author:** [@Quick\_Silver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Quick_Silver)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 20, 2016, 12:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-insurance-replace-my-car-after-the-engine-caught-on-fire/97386 "2016-12-20T00:28:53Z")
My car's engine caught on fire. It's a ten year old Sonata, over 200K miles. I didn't have mechanical breakdown insurance (cuz it's over 100K miles). Before I cancel my policy, I'd like to know if there's a chance i… --- ## [Car brake promblems!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-brake-promblems/97383)
**Author:** [@DanielHaggerty02](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DanielHaggerty02)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-brake-promblems/97383 "2016-12-19T19:48:59Z")
I just got my brake calipers and my brakes fixed, also I put in brake fluid in my car and my car will not stop the brake pedal goes all the way to the floor and when I tried to drive I had to put the ebrake on the car. w… --- ## [Minor Rant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minor-rant/97101)
**Author:** [@galant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/galant)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 2:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minor-rant/97101 "2016-12-19T14:56:35Z")
So my Toyota Camry has over 160K Miles and the handling was getting real horrible. The rear end was noisy and was bouncing all over bumps. I was a bit on the fence because I knew I need four new struts and not sure if I … --- ## [A feel-good automotive tale for the holiday season!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-feel-good-automotive-tale-for-the-holiday-season/97377)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 3:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-feel-good-automotive-tale-for-the-holiday-season/97377 "2016-12-19T03:50:21Z")
Wouldn't it be nice if other collision shops did something similar for local charities? :grinning: --- ## [Tire Plugging Illegal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-plugging-illegal/72545)
**Author:** [@karl-sieger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karl-sieger)\ **Replies:** 62\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2016, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-plugging-illegal/72545 "2016-12-19T00:15:29Z")
During 2011 I worked for a family owned tire chain as an auto mechanic. My boss, though not much of a technician, was quite knowledgeable on tires. He claimed that according to the T.R.E.A.D. (Transportation Recall Enhan… --- ## [Key ignition vs starter button](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-ignition-vs-starter-button/96911)
**Author:** [@Hollywood1974](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hollywood1974)\ **Replies:** 77\ **Last updated:** [December 17, 2016, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-ignition-vs-starter-button/96911 "2016-12-17T22:57:21Z")
My folks just bought a new car that they really like. I test drove it and liked it but found it weird that there was no key. There is something that you keep on you that allows you to get in car and hit the start butto… --- ## ['Cars Talking to One Another? They Could Under Proposed Safety Rules'](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-talking-to-one-another-they-could-under-proposed-safety-rules/97283)
**Author:** [@RandomTroll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RandomTroll)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2016, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-talking-to-one-another-they-could-under-proposed-safety-rules/97283 "2016-12-16T22:21:08Z")
http://www.nytimes.com/2016/12/13/technology/cars-talking-to-one-another-they-could-under-proposed-safety-rules.html What will they say? What will they do when they attain consciousness and decide they resent carrying… --- ## [Was I wrong in choosing a Hybrid SUV?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-i-wrong-in-choosing-a-hybrid-suv/97124)
**Author:** [@Mergit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mergit)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 14, 2016, 12:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/was-i-wrong-in-choosing-a-hybrid-suv/97124 "2016-12-14T00:10:05Z")
I bought the 2010 Ford Escape Hybrid to get better mileage and still have good SUV cargo space. Could I have done better with a non-Hybrid model? I'm getting only about 25 mpg this winter...I'm in the Pacific Northwest. … --- ## [License plate question: When a foreign tourist on holiday purchases a car in the USA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plate-question-when-a-foreign-tourist-on-holiday-purchases-a-car-in-the-usa/93448)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2016, 3:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plate-question-when-a-foreign-tourist-on-holiday-purchases-a-car-in-the-usa/93448 "2016-12-13T03:30:32Z")
I'm a fan of Sam Glover's column in the British-published magazine Practical Classics. Sam writes about how to keep 20- 50 year old cars of common descent, Fords, Volvos, Toyotas, MG's, various Russian and Eastern Euro… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=214) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=216)