# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=249 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 250 --- ## [J D Power Initial Quality Study - First 90 days](https://community.cartalk.com/t/j-d-power-initial-quality-study-first-90-days/90316)
**Author:** [@bmwcajun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmwcajun)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2015, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/j-d-power-initial-quality-study-first-90-days/90316 "2015-06-21T02:41:18Z")
How much importance do you give this survey (initial quality survey)? I have always discounted it because it's the long term quality (2-3 years of ownership and longer) that I thought mattered. It seems the media makes… --- ## [Linux](https://community.cartalk.com/t/linux/90335)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 21, 2015, 12:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/linux/90335 "2015-06-21T00:25:32Z")
I spend about half my internet time here at Car Talk, so while this isn't car related, it is Car Talk related, so please bare with me. My old Mac is reaching the end of its useful life. The computer itself would probab… --- ## [Convertibles?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convertibles/90293)
**Author:** [@bmwcajun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bmwcajun)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 20, 2015, 9:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/convertibles/90293 "2015-06-20T21:06:15Z")
Looking for a convertible for a second vehicle. I'm considering the 2014 Miata with the retractable hard top. I'm test driving tomorrow. Any information on this model? It's a new car that has some discount on price. … --- ## [2004 Chrysler Town & Country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chrysler-town-country/89428)
**Author:** [@cwlarry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cwlarry)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2015, 12:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-chrysler-town-country/89428 "2015-06-19T00:40:32Z")
So Car Talk family, I need your expertise. Looking to purchase a 04 Town & Country with all the bells and whistles except the rear entertainment package. Mileage is just under 115,000. Dealer is asking $4700. Bank says i… --- ## [Vegan Cars, Cow Farts, And PETA... What?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vegan-cars-cow-farts-and-peta-what/90246)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 135\ **Last updated:** [June 19, 2015, 12:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vegan-cars-cow-farts-and-peta-what/90246 "2015-06-19T00:35:38Z")
I don't drive a vegan car. I know virtually nothing about cattle, cows, and bovine critters, but I always figured my leather seats were made from animal by-products. Are animals raised to become upholstery? I guess PET… --- ## [Timing Belt replacement issues!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement-issues/89421)
**Author:** [@jujubes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jujubes)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2015, 5:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement-issues/89421 "2015-06-18T17:55:41Z")
I brought my 1998 Subaru Legacy Outback in for repair in the early fall as the timing belt desperately needed to be replaced. Once the mechanic opened the car it was evident that other repairs were needed, all of which w… --- ## [Can i file a lawsuit on a used car sold "as is"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-file-a-lawsuit-on-a-used-car-sold-as-is/90275)
**Author:** [@gazerukii](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gazerukii)\ **Replies:** 78\ **Last updated:** [June 18, 2015, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-file-a-lawsuit-on-a-used-car-sold-as-is/90275 "2015-06-18T06:05:40Z")
Hello, I bought a used 2003 ford focus, for $1,500 at a dealership. while i was there i asked many question about the car, if it work great and if it had any issue. the guy who was selling the car, said there wa… --- ## [Why car owners don't inspect the oil dipstick?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-car-owners-dont-inspect-the-oil-dipstick/90082)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 158\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2015, 11:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-car-owners-dont-inspect-the-oil-dipstick/90082 "2015-06-17T23:47:05Z")
There's been a few posts of late here about the owner being surprised that the engine is low on oil, 3500 miles after the last oil change. The experts here of course reply, saying that's normal oil usage, especially in … --- ## [Install rear wiper on sedans](https://community.cartalk.com/t/install-rear-wiper-on-sedans/90262)
**Author:** [@Thor.Geren](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Thor.Geren)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2015, 6:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/install-rear-wiper-on-sedans/90262 "2015-06-17T06:15:51Z")
Is it possible to install a rear wiper on a sedan? (2014 Mazda 6) --- ## [3 years / $5000. What to buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-years-5000-what-to-buy/89869)
**Author:** [@carnewbie56](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carnewbie56)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2015, 6:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/3-years-5000-what-to-buy/89869 "2015-06-16T06:08:31Z")
Hi amazing people on CarTalk! I am ready to buy my first car and I'd love your help! Next month I am moving from NYC to Jersey for a new job. I intend to have this job about 2-3 years since I am ambitious (promotion/di… --- ## [Politicians and ethanol](https://community.cartalk.com/t/politicians-and-ethanol/90259)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2015, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/politicians-and-ethanol/90259 "2015-06-15T15:10:59Z")
In NJ, we are only too accustomed to our esteemed governor's lies and obfuscations, but now Chris Christie is taking his habit of talking out of both sides of his mouth to the national level. The conservative Op-Ed col… --- ## [A good video](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-good-video/90255)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2015, 11:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-good-video/90255 "2015-06-15T11:36:32Z")
...about Ford's Model T. Despite a few mistakes in the narration, I think that this video is informative and enjoyable to watch. http://safeshare.tv/w/ShbgvwazCZ --- ## [1999 Honda cr-v or 2003 Honda cr-v?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-cr-v-or-2003-honda-cr-v/90149)
**Author:** [@65mustanglife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/65mustanglife)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 15, 2015, 1:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-cr-v-or-2003-honda-cr-v/90149 "2015-06-15T01:06:42Z")
so I've come to a crossroad between getting a 1999 Honda cr-v with 124,000 miles on it (all maintenance done) and a 2003 cr-v with 163,111 miles done ( all maintenance done). the asking price from a dealer for the 1999 i… --- ## [Radio noise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-noise/90218)
**Author:** [@grizz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/grizz)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2015, 1:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/radio-noise/90218 "2015-06-14T13:56:25Z")
I've noticed lately that when I use the turn signal, there's a snapping, static-like sound on the car radio. Is this normal? If not, what's causing it? Thanks. --- ## [FOUR Seats, TWO Passengers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-seats-two-passengers/90207)
**Author:** [@allenwoll](https://community.cartalk.com/u/allenwoll)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2015, 8:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/four-seats-two-passengers/90207 "2015-06-14T08:30:54Z")
Can anyone explain what ON or OFF Earth possessed Chevrolet to build a FOUR Seat, TWO Adult Passenger automobile, namely the Chevrolet SONIC (There are doubtlessly more examples in this category. . We just never thought … --- ## [The most valuable car collection to be auctioned](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-most-valuable-car-collection-to-be-auctioned/90213)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2015, 1:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-most-valuable-car-collection-to-be-auctioned/90213 "2015-06-13T01:47:15Z")
If anyone would like to buy the 1959 Ferrari California Spider for me, I would be very happy to accept the gift. :wink:) http://www.theverge.com/2015/6/4/8727397/most-valuable-car-collection --- ## [Lane Widths](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lane-widths/90201)
**Author:** [@rdchdwck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rdchdwck)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 7:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lane-widths/90201 "2015-06-12T19:05:48Z")
Are interstate lane widths different? I live in Pennsylvania and was driving in California recently. It seemed like the lanes are narrower in California. Am I crazy or what? --- ## [First car and first kiss](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-and-first-kiss/90211)
**Author:** [@Barkydog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barkydog)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 5:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car-and-first-kiss/90211 "2015-06-12T17:54:24Z")
Olds dynamic 88, and Donna, Dynamic Donna! --- ## [(BCM) Body Control Module sudden lost of memory in a 2000 GM Buick Reagl](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-body-control-module-sudden-lost-of-memory-in-a-2000-gm-buick-reagl/90249)
**Author:** [@MarcElf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarcElf)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 7:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bcm-body-control-module-sudden-lost-of-memory-in-a-2000-gm-buick-reagl/90249 "2015-06-12T07:44:35Z")
Parked the car overnight and in the morning could not start the car. Mechanic said the BMC memory was completely lost. I would like to avoid this happening again. Car battery is 6 months old and strong. What would cause … --- ## [2016 Mazda CX-5 or 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-5-or-2015-vw-golf-sportwagen/90243)
**Author:** [@Tomtom123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tomtom123)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 7:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2016-mazda-cx-5-or-2015-vw-golf-sportwagen/90243 "2015-06-12T07:38:28Z")
So my wife and I looked at a bunch of new cars for our growing family and after testing nearly everything, we narrowed it down to the 2016 Mazda CX-5 and the 2015 VW Golf Sportwagen. AWD is not a huge factor, but a nice… --- ## [Google Car Accidents](https://community.cartalk.com/t/google-car-accidents/90193)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2015, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/google-car-accidents/90193 "2015-06-12T03:59:26Z")
In case you want to keep score on the Google driverless car accidents, they provide a monthly report that documents them. http://static.googleusercontent.com/media/www.google.com/en/us/selfdrivingcar/files/reports/repo… --- ## [Toyota Tercel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel/89772)
**Author:** [@Rocher](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Rocher)\ **Replies:** 49\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2015, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-tercel/89772 "2015-06-10T22:01:36Z")
I'm looking into a new car and found a 1997 Toyota Tercel. Now what drew me to this car is the mileage- it currently has 70,000 and the asking price is under $3,000. I've been looking for a car a lot lately and it seem… --- ## [What caused filthy windows?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-caused-filthy-windows/90205)
**Author:** [@mistertudball](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mistertudball)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2015, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-caused-filthy-windows/90205 "2015-06-10T07:05:59Z")
Certainly not life threatening but I thought it would be interesting to see your opinions. This summer, my daily driver 2000 Chrysler LHS has to live outside the garage since the wife's car is brand new. Because of aft… --- ## [Login not working like it used to](https://community.cartalk.com/t/login-not-working-like-it-used-to/90220)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2015, 3:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/login-not-working-like-it-used-to/90220 "2015-06-10T03:58:31Z")
In the past when I had to log in, the page it took me to had the boxes across the top for the various places in this community. "Topic Index Recent Discussions Activity Inbox keith Best Of..." Now that is no longer t… --- ## [To sell or not to sell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-sell-or-not-to-sell/90182)
**Author:** [@ruchei](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ruchei)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2015, 7:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/to-sell-or-not-to-sell/90182 "2015-06-08T07:09:32Z")
Greetings, dear people. I have a 2002 Jetta which I absolutely love. I am the second owner and it has only 73,000 mi on it. My driving needs are very limited - I use the car for trips less than 10 mi for 95% of my tr… --- ## [Help me find a car please: under $20k safe sedan](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-find-a-car-please-under-20k-safe-sedan/90162)
**Author:** [@fxgray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fxgray)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2015, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-find-a-car-please-under-20k-safe-sedan/90162 "2015-06-08T02:34:05Z")
Could you please recommend cars for me to look into? I currently have a 99 Oldsmobile eighty eighty. I have a one year old daughter and am looking for a sedan that is incredibly safe and good in the snow. My husban… --- ## [Car buying Strategies](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-buying-strategies/90081)
**Author:** [@MichelleZ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MichelleZ)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 6:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-buying-strategies/90081 "2015-06-07T18:07:08Z")
I’ve been reading with great interest the many discussions regarding: purchase of new vs used cars; the difference of certified pre-owned vs not; how Carfax reports are only mildly believable; steering clear of purchasi… --- ## [Turn around, don't drown](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-around-dont-drown/90103)
**Author:** [@texases](https://community.cartalk.com/u/texases)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 4:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turn-around-dont-drown/90103 "2015-06-07T16:02:14Z")
While most folks know not to drive into water during a rainstorm, this is still worth repeating. Here's what can happen (luckily the driver later escaped unharmed). Warning - LOTS of profanity in the audio, so MUTE you… --- ## [Considering a new or late model used Subaru, is now the best time to make a purchase?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-new-or-late-model-used-subaru-is-now-the-best-time-to-make-a-purchase/90097)
**Author:** [@phillylorna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/phillylorna)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [June 7, 2015, 12:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/considering-a-new-or-late-model-used-subaru-is-now-the-best-time-to-make-a-purchase/90097 "2015-06-07T12:08:13Z")
I’m interested in replacing a 2003 Subaru Outback, of course for another Outback, sometime soon. I’m not pressured to make purchase ASAP, it’s just that my car is starting to have some wear issues and is costing more th… --- ## [Odd new sticker on brake pads](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-new-sticker-on-brake-pads/89087)
**Author:** [@ken\_green](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ken_green)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2015, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/odd-new-sticker-on-brake-pads/89087 "2015-06-06T17:20:27Z")
The newest batch of prake pads has a little round sticker on them. Black and white, Three leaves touching a line under them and a letter under that. Some stickers have three black leaves and an N under the line. Some hav… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=248) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=250)