# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=294 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 295 --- ## [Trunks of the Honda Civic 2013](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunks-of-the-honda-civic-2013/80929)
**Author:** [@Bazbear](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bazbear)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2014, 3:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trunks-of-the-honda-civic-2013/80929 "2014-01-18T03:01:35Z")
I loved my Honda Accord, leased for 3 years......we decided to downsize, reduce the payment, so this 3 years we got a Honda Civic. I've had some problems, but one that the dealership said was not a problem, as such, but … --- ## [2013 Ford Escape 1.6L or 2.0L](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-1-6l-or-2-0l/74400)
**Author:** [@my2cents](https://community.cartalk.com/u/my2cents)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2014, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2013-ford-escape-1-6l-or-2-0l/74400 "2014-01-18T02:28:01Z")
We're planning to purchase a 2013 Ford Escape in the next 6 months. It'll probably be a SEL AWD. We live in SW MIchigan (flatlanders) and I'm thinking the 1.6L engine (178 hp) would be fine for our everyday driving. W… --- ## [Tire & Rim Suggestions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rim-suggestions/83196)
**Author:** [@George5060](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George5060)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 6:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-rim-suggestions/83196 "2014-01-17T18:08:29Z")
I am restoring a '71 Mach 1 and looking for some suggestions on Tire and Rim Sizes. I m thinking 15x7 (225/60/15) for the front and 15 x 8 (255/60/15) for the rear. Any opinions, thoughts on this matter would be greatly … --- ## [1999 s-10](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-s-10/83145)
**Author:** [@Kaths\_Chevy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kaths_Chevy)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 4:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-s-10/83145 "2014-01-17T04:24:28Z")
HI, forgive me but I'm posting under General Discussion as well as Maintenance. My son has this 5-speed manual and sometimes it won't start. strange. he can drive to the store come out and it won't start. the lights, ra… --- ## [Vehicle Insurance question: driving without collision coverage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-insurance-question-driving-without-collision-coverage/83156)
**Author:** [@HondaGuy70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaGuy70)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2014, 4:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-insurance-question-driving-without-collision-coverage/83156 "2014-01-17T04:12:46Z")
I have car that's just over 20 years old. It's Kelly Blue Book value is about $1250. But my car is well-maintained and very dependable. The local used car market price for my car model-year and condition is around $22… --- ## [Help a girl decide: buy new, used or lease!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-a-girl-decide-buy-new-used-or-lease/83083)
**Author:** [@laurenpaige](https://community.cartalk.com/u/laurenpaige)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-a-girl-decide-buy-new-used-or-lease/83083 "2014-01-16T22:08:05Z")
I'm in a conundrum because my MINI Cooper that I bought on craigslist has had endless problems due to its (in my opinion) lemony 2007 engine. I'm getting it repaired for the 3rd time, and then I need to sell it FAST bef… --- ## [Audi Q5 TDI vs Acura RDX vs Lexus RX hybrid--and there is a dog involved](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-q5-tdi-vs-acura-rdx-vs-lexus-rx-hybrid-and-there-is-a-dog-involved/83085)
**Author:** [@lotfegirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lotfegirl)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 6:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-q5-tdi-vs-acura-rdx-vs-lexus-rx-hybrid-and-there-is-a-dog-involved/83085 "2014-01-16T18:36:24Z")
My 1999 BMW 528i has developed a death rattle and I've decided I really should not be putting ANOTHER couple thousand into it--though I hate to see it go. So I am thinking along the lines of small, upscale SUV or crosso… --- ## [2012 Honda Pilot- feedback please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-pilot-feedback-please/83103)
**Author:** [@LBH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LBH)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 7:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-pilot-feedback-please/83103 "2014-01-16T07:53:53Z")
I currently have a 2004 Honda Odyssey, and after 169,000 miles and doors that don't work, it's time to move on! Living in the great state of Massachusetts, I've become a wimp in my old age, and do not like to drive in th… --- ## [The new FWD Mercedes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-fwd-mercedes/82923)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 5:42am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-fwd-mercedes/82923 "2014-01-16T05:42:24Z")
By now, you have probably seen the TV ads for the first FWD Mercedes, which is touted as selling for $29,990. In the latest issue of Consumer Reports, they have published the results of their road tests of the Mercedes … --- ## [How does "SIPING" increase fuel mileage? - as some claim](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-siping-increase-fuel-mileage-as-some-claim/83043)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 58\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 5:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-siping-increase-fuel-mileage-as-some-claim/83043 "2014-01-16T05:34:31Z")
Would siping not decrease fuel mileage? Discount Tire, I believe, has siping machines. --- ## [Which used 4 wheel drive truck should we buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-used-4-wheel-drive-truck-should-we-buy/83122)
**Author:** [@liquidpet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/liquidpet)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [January 16, 2014, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-used-4-wheel-drive-truck-should-we-buy/83122 "2014-01-16T05:23:17Z")
We are in search of a 4 wheel drive truck to be the "kids" car. We have two teenagers driving and a third on the way and need a third car. We don't want to more than say, $14,000 and would prefer to be under that. We ar… --- ## [Gas Mileage on a 2009 Toyota Yaris](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-on-a-2009-toyota-yaris/83117)
**Author:** [@BillT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BillT)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2014, 7:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gas-mileage-on-a-2009-toyota-yaris/83117 "2014-01-15T07:28:34Z")
Any ideas why I only get 25-26 mpg with my 2009 Toyota Yaris? My mechanic (whom I trust), has adjusted the computer but has no other ideas. I live in Seattle, which is pretty hilly. --- ## [Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission/83168)
**Author:** [@honda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honda)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2014, 7:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission/83168 "2014-01-15T07:21:34Z")
2008 Subaru trebeca suv with only 62000 miles, when going up a slight incline in drive you feel quite a shudder like you were driving over small bumps on the road. This is my daughters vehicle so she phoned about 400 mi… --- ## [2014 Honda CR-V: Roof rails or no roof rails](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-roof-rails-or-no-roof-rails/82391)
**Author:** [@bdfinder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bdfinder)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2014, 6:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-honda-cr-v-roof-rails-or-no-roof-rails/82391 "2014-01-15T06:02:51Z")
Hi everyone, We're considering getting a new CR-V. One question I had was whether or not to buy the roof rails. Is it possible to buy them at a later date, if we decide we need them? Alternatively, is there an after-… --- ## [$$ front end repair](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-repair/83070)
**Author:** [@JOHN\_JL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JOHN_JL)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2014, 4:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/front-end-repair/83070 "2014-01-15T04:16:57Z")
IS $900 TO A $1000. FOR 2 TIERODS AND 2 LOWER BALL JOINTS REASONABLE ON A 1992 NISSAN PATHFINDER 4WHEEL DRIVE, THANKS FOR YOUR TIME --- ## [How much insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-insurance/83139)
**Author:** [@brookg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brookg)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2014, 10:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-insurance/83139 "2014-01-14T22:42:23Z")
Of course I want to save money. I drive a 1999 Honda Civic which has no lien, so I want to carry the minimum insurance. I was noticing on Geico that it gives different levels of protection for my car, other drivers' ca… --- ## [Car Talk Lingo Across the USA: A 25 question quiz](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-lingo-across-the-usa-a-25-question-quiz/83072)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2014, 7:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-talk-lingo-across-the-usa-a-25-question-quiz/83072 "2014-01-14T19:27:15Z")
One thing I like about the radio program Car Talk is listening to the different accents and manner of speech of callers around the USA. One call will be from Maine, and the next for New Orleans. I think it's entertai… --- ## [LIcense Plate Renewal...or not](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plate-renewal-or-not/83148)
**Author:** [@Keith-Al](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Keith-Al)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2014, 5:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/license-plate-renewal-or-not/83148 "2014-01-14T05:33:06Z")
I drive a '95 Saturn on its last leg. I doubt it will pass inspection but I only drive about 5-6 miles/day. I also live in a high-crime area and the police don't seem to care all that much about possible vehicle law infr… --- ## [My inbox](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-inbox/83119)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2014, 5:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-inbox/83119 "2014-01-14T05:27:16Z")
Hi guys. I just discovered my "inbox", full of posts that I didn't know I had. To all of you who've written via that channel, I sincerely thank you and humbly admit that I never visit there. Admittedly, the reason is tha… --- ## [An interesting idea on a Harley Davidson](https://community.cartalk.com/t/an-interesting-idea-on-a-harley-davidson/82987)
**Author:** [@wolyrobb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolyrobb)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2014, 5:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/an-interesting-idea-on-a-harley-davidson/82987 "2014-01-14T05:17:57Z")
Last night a Harley Davidson pulled up outside the grocery store where I work, it had parking lights in multiple locations so that you could see it easier even being in a pretty well lit area under cover. Little amber li… --- ## [Oil change frequency on a car not driven far](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-frequency-on-a-car-not-driven-far/83076)
**Author:** [@Jenetix](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jenetix)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-change-frequency-on-a-car-not-driven-far/83076 "2014-01-13T23:28:23Z")
I see it's been 7 months since my daughters last oil change, yet the car has just over 1000 miles since the last oil change. I'm wondering if I should change it for good measure or wait ( it's a 1999 chevy malibu) --- ## [Seen the new Z-28?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seen-the-new-z-28/83014)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 7:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/seen-the-new-z-28/83014 "2014-01-13T19:11:26Z")
What do you think? Looks like a good deal for a track ready racer. I'm not sure id want it for the street, but some of you guys might. The $75,000 price tag is steep and out of my range, but it's fun to look at anywa… --- ## [Downshift on icy road?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downshift-on-icy-road/83098)
**Author:** [@Cosna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cosna)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 1:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/downshift-on-icy-road/83098 "2014-01-13T13:06:51Z")
I own a 2013 Ford Fusion with automatic transmission, All wheel drive, traction control, and of course ABS. I live on top of a hill in Fairbanks, Alaska so have to deal with a steep icy road 6 months of the year, such t… --- ## [First Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car/26808)
**Author:** [@adonith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/adonith)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car/26808 "2014-01-13T13:05:29Z")
I was listening to the show this week, and a caller mentioned that she had just gotten her first car (I've already forgotten the model) at the age of thirty. This peaked my curiosity about others; what were their first c… --- ## [Is there an oil pump?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-an-oil-pump/83042)
**Author:** [@xaml](https://community.cartalk.com/u/xaml)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 8:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-an-oil-pump/83042 "2014-01-13T08:36:43Z")
Car is a 2000 Corolla. Is there an oil pump? I see some posts here where the engine fails due to no oil and everytime it's related to the drain plug or a leak. And during timing chain replacement, there is a recommenda… --- ## [Pecans in Muffler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pecans-in-muffler/83133)
**Author:** [@NateTayor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/NateTayor)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 8:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pecans-in-muffler/83133 "2014-01-13T08:29:07Z")
Recently (this past fall) we picked some pecans from our neighbors tree/yard. I put the box of picked pecans on the hood of the car (98 Intrigue) in the garage. The following day when I opened the garage door (from the … --- ## [Is it smart buying a used Suzuki? Concerned about parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-smart-buying-a-used-suzuki-concerned-about-parts/82915)
**Author:** [@GabeAlfo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/GabeAlfo)\ **Replies:** 43\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2014, 6:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-smart-buying-a-used-suzuki-concerned-about-parts/82915 "2014-01-13T06:24:17Z")
I'm currently looking at buying a used 2008 Suzuki SX4 with 16,000 miles for around $10,000. With a 4 year / 100,000 platinum warranty basically covering everything the total comes to about $13000. I feel great about t… --- ## [Excise taxes on suzuki aerio sx](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excise-taxes-on-suzuki-aerio-sx/83109)
**Author:** [@ashmarie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ashmarie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2014, 9:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/excise-taxes-on-suzuki-aerio-sx/83109 "2014-01-12T21:57:32Z")
So me and my boyfriend purchased a 2006 suzuki aerio sx about 3 months ago. We agreed upon an out the door price including all taxes and fees. We got our plates a few days later and in the state of nc your inspection st… --- ## [2004 Nissan Sentra- Coolant overflow is overflowing after ten minutes of driving?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-sentra-coolant-overflow-is-overflowing-after-ten-minutes-of-driving/82809)
**Author:** [@plasterPat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/plasterPat)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2014, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-sentra-coolant-overflow-is-overflowing-after-ten-minutes-of-driving/82809 "2014-01-12T02:03:47Z")
I have replaced the thermostat, radiator, coolant temperature sensor, and coolant. The gauge on the dash shows normal operating temperature, but the overflow keeps filling up after about ten minutes of driving? I noticed… --- ## [2007 Aveo vs 2002 Accord](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-aveo-vs-2002-accord/83058)
**Author:** [@bddayton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bddayton)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [January 11, 2014, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-aveo-vs-2002-accord/83058 "2014-01-11T18:23:09Z")
I was presented an opportunity to purchase a 2002 Honda Accord EX (very good condition - 1 owner with 130,000 miles on 'er) from a workplace acquaintance for $1,500 (verbal offer). That would mean I'd have to sell my 20… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=293) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=295)