# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=321 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 322 --- ## [Selling SAAB for parts is there a List Serv or such?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-saab-for-parts-is-there-a-list-serv-or-such/77018)
**Author:** [@Lowe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Lowe)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 10:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-saab-for-parts-is-there-a-list-serv-or-such/77018 "2013-04-13T22:20:28Z")
I have a SAAB 2007 93 and only 35k! Unfortunatley, things have changed and I need a bigger car. Because of the parts shortage, I have decided to sell it to mechanics, dealers, etc... Do I just Craigs List or are there l… --- ## [1999 mercury grand marquis-gs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mercury-grand-marquis-gs/78644)
**Author:** [@jim-bob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jim-bob)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 9:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-mercury-grand-marquis-gs/78644 "2013-04-13T09:09:45Z")
intake manifold replaced 2 yr. ago. with crack in it. needs replacement again. the part is plastic. is there an aluminum one? cost to fix is $1000.00. --- ## [Oil light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light/78621)
**Author:** [@DGLite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DGLite)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 8:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/oil-light/78621 "2013-04-13T08:41:07Z")
The Red Oil light. Came on in my 1998 chevy lumina after walmart did an oil change. I know that one oil light tells you when to change the oil and one tells you when the oil is low. But the Red oil light is for what? Is … --- ## [Towing/hauling: Subaru outback with trailer, Mercury Grand Marquis with trailer, or old pick-up?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-hauling-subaru-outback-with-trailer-mercury-grand-marquis-with-trailer-or-old-pick-up/78616)
**Author:** [@Bug\_Momma](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bug_Momma)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 6:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-hauling-subaru-outback-with-trailer-mercury-grand-marquis-with-trailer-or-old-pick-up/78616 "2013-04-13T06:22:29Z")
We recently moved to a small hobby farm and need to transport compost, brush, livestock feed, and other items regularly. We would appreciate advice regarding our options (including cost, practicality, durability, etc.)?… --- ## [Buying a car from a rental company](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-car-from-a-rental-company/78636)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-car-from-a-rental-company/78636 "2013-04-13T04:19:30Z")
Hello, i would definitely rather buying a new car but tight economical situation may require me a not too much used car. I recently noticed that enterprise and Hertz which are originally rental companies but also sell so… --- ## [2012 Honda Civic stalls](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-stalls/78613)
**Author:** [@Jim1934](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Jim1934)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 4:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2012-honda-civic-stalls/78613 "2013-04-13T04:19:16Z")
Hello I have a 2012 Honda Civic, with only 4500 miles on it. When slowing and turning i have a hesitation. It does this about 6 out of 10 times. When pulling into traffic, this can be scary. I have asked the dealer ab… --- ## [Don't Click This . . . Until You Guess The World's Most Popular Car Make & Model For 2012!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-click-this-until-you-guess-the-worlds-most-popular-car-make-model-for-2012/78580)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 13, 2013, 4:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-click-this-until-you-guess-the-worlds-most-popular-car-make-model-for-2012/78580 "2013-04-13T04:09:15Z")
Ford Focus ! Surprised ? How'd You Do ? Here's the top ten list from a USA TODAY's article by Chris Woodyard and Alisa Priddle: http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2013/04/09/most-popular-car-ford-focus-fiesta-h… --- ## [Buying a used car with 106k miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car-with-106k-miles/78606)
**Author:** [@breener](https://community.cartalk.com/u/breener)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2013, 10:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car-with-106k-miles/78606 "2013-04-12T22:48:37Z")
My transmission went on my minivan. I saw a cadillac srx with 106k on in for 10,500 on it. I travel 7500 miles per year. Should I buy a car with over 100k? --- ## [Is Car Maintenance Good for the Soul?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-car-maintenance-good-for-the-soul/78543)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2013, 3:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-car-maintenance-good-for-the-soul/78543 "2013-04-12T03:38:54Z")
I had my timing belt changed a few months ago, and I marveled at how much smoother the car ran. At 111,000 miles, I changed the spark plugs (yesterday). Wow, my 2005 Accord EX V6 sounds and feels fabulous, and I've bee… --- ## [Turbo car that's used regular!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbo-car-thats-used-regular/78567)
**Author:** [@googy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/googy)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 12, 2013, 12:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbo-car-thats-used-regular/78567 "2013-04-12T00:15:39Z")
I just bought an audi a4 quatro 3.0 turbo found out it has a very slight ping, and the owner has been using 87 gas (manual says 91!) the car has 55,000 miles I can sell it back to the owner....suggestions for it's futu… --- ## [Opinions about Dodge Dart](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-about-dodge-dart/78502)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2013, 11:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinions-about-dodge-dart/78502 "2013-04-11T23:59:07Z")
Hello, I am planning to buy a Dodge Dart. Because it is a new car (for my generation), Not much info available out there. I checked cars.com and edmund. I am mostly convinced that it is the car I would like to drive. My … --- ## [The new 'Vette](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-vette/78560)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2013, 6:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-new-vette/78560 "2013-04-11T06:02:08Z")
I read an interview with the guy responsible for the new 'Vette design. He said that the management mandate was to retain the 'Vette "look" and profile while still incorporating changes, to maintain the 'Vette image. It … --- ## [Which Newer Volvo Wagon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-newer-volvo-wagon/78601)
**Author:** [@lynnlux](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lynnlux)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2013, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-newer-volvo-wagon/78601 "2013-04-11T01:18:39Z")
I've been driving a '95 850 Turbo Wagon for the last 12 years. The turbo has gone bad and engine leaks oil badly. Repairs are going to be $1000 to keep it on the road. I'm thinking of getting a new Volvo wagon--I like … --- ## [Satellite Radio](https://community.cartalk.com/t/satellite-radio/78489)
**Author:** [@IDMIJDM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/IDMIJDM)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2013, 12:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/satellite-radio/78489 "2013-04-11T00:54:06Z")
I just purchased a 2008 Mini Cooper S and am trying to find out if it is satellite radio equipped without tearing the dash apart. Any ideas? --- ## [Dealers really are crooks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealers-really-are-crooks/78574)
**Author:** [@Proac\_fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Proac_fan)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2013, 10:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealers-really-are-crooks/78574 "2013-04-10T22:01:31Z")
Just purchased a 2001 Civic 2dr 120K miles and got it for a very good price. Now mechanically the car is in wonderful condition and I have a glovebox full of dealer receipts to show the previous owner spent good money ma… --- ## [Car for Chicago?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-chicago/78527)
**Author:** [@Markika](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Markika)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2013, 6:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-chicago/78527 "2013-04-10T06:46:36Z")
I am about to move to Chicago for school and would like advice on the type of car I should take with me. I am worried about rust from salt on the roads and being from California I wonder if it is necessary to have a AWD/… --- ## [Perry Mason Fans: Seeking Info on Used Car Dealerships](https://community.cartalk.com/t/perry-mason-fans-seeking-info-on-used-car-dealerships/78590)
**Author:** [@ELD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ELD)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 10, 2013, 3:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/perry-mason-fans-seeking-info-on-used-car-dealerships/78590 "2013-04-10T03:13:33Z")
I am taking a class in Litigation Support as part of a certificate in Forensic Accounting (Northeastern University CPS ACC 6240). This term we are building a case for a client that has to do with income derived from a d… --- ## [2003 Jeep Wrangler Squeal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-wrangler-squeal/78369)
**Author:** [@Kevin\_G](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kevin_G)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 7:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-jeep-wrangler-squeal/78369 "2013-04-09T19:47:11Z")
I own a 2003 Jeep Wrangler and for the past 4 months I have had a squeal coming from the right side front of the engine when coming off the gas. However when I get below 25mph while slowing to a complete stop the sound g… --- ## [Permanent Marker](https://community.cartalk.com/t/permanent-marker/78433)
**Author:** [@EllyEllis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EllyEllis)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 9:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/permanent-marker/78433 "2013-04-09T09:31:18Z")
I think there was a posting on here about a permanent marker, but I can't find it. We had a kid mark on the white gagage door, some white peg board, and a white refrigerater today with a Red Permanent Marker. What wor… --- ## [Subaru brz VS scion frs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-brz-vs-scion-frs/78493)
**Author:** [@Flamablefuzz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flamablefuzz)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-brz-vs-scion-frs/78493 "2013-04-09T07:05:09Z")
I know these cars are incredibly similar, and I know the slight performance differences, but what are your opinions, do you favor one or the other? And why? --- ## [Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/78548)
**Author:** [@Bubby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bubby)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 3:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/78548 "2013-04-09T03:59:59Z")
Anyone have an opinion on the new Lexus 2013 ES300h? What do you think about the new Lexus Hybrid engine? Lexus has had hybrids for quite a few years. Thoughts ??? --- ## [Best Sedan in Denver, CO](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-sedan-in-denver-co/78533)
**Author:** [@mozkaynak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mozkaynak)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 9, 2013, 2:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-sedan-in-denver-co/78533 "2013-04-09T02:33:58Z")
Hello, I am moving to Denver soon and I will buy a car as the first thing when I arrive. I would like to buy a new car. Due to budged constraints I consider sedans (Chevy Cruze, Dodge Dart, Impreza etc). I wonder how th… --- ## [Paint Sealant](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paint-sealant/78516)
**Author:** [@Brenow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brenow)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 9:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paint-sealant/78516 "2013-04-08T21:11:35Z")
I am shopping for a new car, and every dealer I visit adds "paint sealant" at a cost of about $700. Is this just a way for the dealer to add profit for itself, or is it something worth paying for? --- ## [What are these clip things on wheels?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-these-clip-things-on-wheels/78498)
**Author:** [@ParrotsandPotatoes](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ParrotsandPotatoes)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [April 8, 2013, 8:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-these-clip-things-on-wheels/78498 "2013-04-08T20:15:55Z")
\[image\] What are these clip things that are clipped to the edges of wheels for? --- ## [A non-functioning mirror](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-non-functioning-mirror/78529)
**Author:** [@I\_dont\_think\_so](https://community.cartalk.com/u/I_dont_think_so)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2013, 10:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-non-functioning-mirror/78529 "2013-04-07T22:46:30Z")
I live in Namibia (SW Africa) where the cars are right hand drive. Many of us in the American community (mostly diplomats so I can't say more) import used cars from Japan so there are a large number of Toyota RAV4s. Th… --- ## [Sanitizing Car After Mice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sanitizing-car-after-mice/78510)
**Author:** [@Corolla\_Girl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Corolla_Girl)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2013, 5:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sanitizing-car-after-mice/78510 "2013-04-07T05:04:29Z")
The mouse isn't in the ventilation system or fan chamber. It's probably between the AC unit and the heater where the mechanics couldn't reach when they explored the ventilation system. I am spraying the vents, etc. dai… --- ## [Drive a 1993 Town and Country from Alaska or buy used?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-a-1993-town-and-country-from-alaska-or-buy-used/78374)
**Author:** [@bnd2105](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bnd2105)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [April 7, 2013, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/drive-a-1993-town-and-country-from-alaska-or-buy-used/78374 "2013-04-07T04:43:28Z")
I have this really trusty 1993 Town and Country at my parent's house in Fairbanks, Alaska with only 165,000 miles on it. We just replaced the transmission and shocks about 15,000 miles ago, the fuel filter about 5,000 m… --- ## [Which car should I keep?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-keep/78478)
**Author:** [@charlotte2120](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charlotte2120)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2013, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-keep/78478 "2013-04-06T15:25:46Z")
I need to sell one of my two vehicles and want someone to bust out their crystal ball and tell me which of the two are going to give me the fewest problems in the next say, five years. Anyone up for the challenge? The… --- ## [How Much Should I ask for my 1979 Chevy Caprice Classic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-should-i-ask-for-my-1979-chevy-caprice-classic/78486)
**Author:** [@tweetmycar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tweetmycar)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2013, 8:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-much-should-i-ask-for-my-1979-chevy-caprice-classic/78486 "2013-04-06T08:34:51Z")
Hi everyone. I just wanted to ask a favor regarding a good starting price when selling my 1979 Chevrolet Caprice Classic. It is in very good condition and only has 72,000 actual miles. I apologize in advance if this i… --- ## [Pros and cons of cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-and-cons-of-cars/78482)
**Author:** [@Flamablefuzz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Flamablefuzz)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 6, 2013, 6:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pros-and-cons-of-cars/78482 "2013-04-06T06:05:29Z")
I was wondering if some people would share their opinions on something. I'm trying to decide between 2 cars. A camaro v6 coupe. Or mustang v6 convertible. If anybody has any thoughts on the pros and cons of eith… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=320) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=322)