# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=328 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 329 --- ## [Omagail](https://community.cartalk.com/t/omagail/77460)
**Author:** [@Omagail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Omagail)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2013, 5:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/omagail/77460 "2013-02-19T17:05:06Z")
My '93 Toyota Corolla recently had dash lights come on when I applied the brakes - after parking, gear shift placed in 'park', and ignition turned off. I have never noticed this before (btw, have new battery installed wi… --- ## [Piston Clatter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/piston-clatter/77244)
**Author:** [@SueBeeLover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SueBeeLover)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2013, 4:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/piston-clatter/77244 "2013-02-19T16:14:21Z")
I have a 2003 Subaru Forester XS, bought it new, has almost 100,000 miles. Only take it to the dealer. Regular oil changes, and routine maintenance. Around 65-70,000 miles, I began to hear a sound like a playing card … --- ## [Happy Valentine's Day, You Lovelorn Saps!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-valentines-day-you-lovelorn-saps/77351)
**Author:** [@jrweblackey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jrweblackey)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2013, 11:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/happy-valentines-day-you-lovelorn-saps/77351 "2013-02-19T11:50:22Z")
It's Valentine's Day, and we want to know: what are your all-time favorite driving and dating stories? Here at Car Talk Plaza, we're big fans of everlasting love--heck, Tommy’s tried it six times! We've heard some a… --- ## [1996 Chevy 3500 6.2 diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chevy-3500-6-2-diesel/77443)
**Author:** [@Reddy\_Freddy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Reddy_Freddy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2013, 9:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-chevy-3500-6-2-diesel/77443 "2013-02-19T09:29:09Z")
My dually is giving me fits. I wait for the glow plug to stop before attempting to start. Then it's like Aaron Tippin sings, "sometimes she runs, sometimes she don't". It turns over fine. When it's running, it runs good.… --- ## [Hatchback step plate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hatchback-step-plate/77435)
**Author:** [@Fluffie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Fluffie)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2013, 6:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hatchback-step-plate/77435 "2013-02-19T06:25:32Z")
Hello, My husband recently bought a used vehicle with a hatchback, which did not come with a step plate to protect the paint on top of the bumper. He has been looking at buying one online and it's only about $40. Howev… --- ## [No More Mazda Miata](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-more-mazda-miata/77185)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-more-mazda-miata/77185 "2013-02-18T23:54:21Z")
In 2015 or so, the Mazda Miata will be no more. Alfa Romeo and Mazda will collaborate on the next generation of Miata. Shall we call it an Alfa RoMiata? It could be a great new car, or a disappointment. I think it wi… --- ## [1974 Monte Carlo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-monte-carlo/77433)
**Author:** [@Bobbyt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bobbyt)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 10:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1974-monte-carlo/77433 "2013-02-18T22:05:26Z")
I have a beautiful ORIGINAL mint condition low low mileage 1974 monte Carlo won some shows also what is the worth if I sold --- ## [2011 crown victoria or 2012 ford fiesta](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-crown-victoria-or-2012-ford-fiesta/77402)
**Author:** [@Boota](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Boota)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 10:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2011-crown-victoria-or-2012-ford-fiesta/77402 "2013-02-18T10:09:19Z")
My daughter in completing collage in the spring need to get her a new car, the 2 models are at both ends of the stick but the price of a 2011 crown Victoria with 30,000 miles is less than the price of a 2012 Ford Fiesta … --- ## [2001 BMW or 1999 Jeep?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-bmw-or-1999-jeep/77412)
**Author:** [@artcoolie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artcoolie)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 4:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-bmw-or-1999-jeep/77412 "2013-02-18T04:34:39Z")
I am relocating from FL to GA and have always travelled up there in my Jeep Wrangler--1999, now 170k miles--thinking if I had any car trouble the Jeep would be the simplest to get running again. I also have a 2001 330i … --- ## [What car does my daughter need to get for her job?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-does-my-daughter-need-to-get-for-her-job/77386)
**Author:** [@jagnew](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jagnew)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 3:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-car-does-my-daughter-need-to-get-for-her-job/77386 "2013-02-18T03:11:05Z")
Hi guys, love your show. Been a listener for many many years! Really hope you can give us some advice, here's the situation. Our daughter has become an equine veterinarian and has taken her first job in Kentucky. She… --- ## [Clunker Title & Registration question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunker-title-registration-question/77357)
**Author:** [@HondaGuy70](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HondaGuy70)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 2:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunker-title-registration-question/77357 "2013-02-18T02:02:24Z")
If selling a 20+ year old car for a couple hundred bucks, then should the owner force the buyer to change the title & registration? Since the buyer is only paying minimum cost for a car, s/he may skimp on paying $50+ fo… --- ## [Fuel economy chips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-economy-chips/77424)
**Author:** [@pinedalepaul](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pinedalepaul)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2013, 1:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-economy-chips/77424 "2013-02-18T01:37:23Z")
Do the advertised economy fuel chips really work? The ads sound great, but I'm not sure. I have a 2010 Toyota Tundra, 5.7. Thanks --- ## [I Have a Dog Walking Business in SF. All stop/start driving, with big hills too! What's best car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-dog-walking-business-in-sf-all-stop-start-driving-with-big-hills-too-whats-best-car/77330)
**Author:** [@shrimp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shrimp)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 10:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-have-a-dog-walking-business-in-sf-all-stop-start-driving-with-big-hills-too-whats-best-car/77330 "2013-02-17T22:06:47Z")
I'm driving a 2002 Mazda MPV, horrible mileage, about 12 with the kind of driving I do. I go a few blocks up a steep hill, stop go get the dog in the house, put it in the van, and repeat this up and down, in and out the … --- ## [10 cars that depreciated the most in ten years](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-cars-that-depreciated-the-most-in-ten-years/77263)
**Author:** [@bscar2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar2)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 7:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/10-cars-that-depreciated-the-most-in-ten-years/77263 "2013-02-17T19:04:00Z")
http://jalopnik.com/5982789/the-most-depreciated-cars-of-the-past-ten-years?utm\_campaign=socialflow\_jalopnik\_facebook&utm\_source=jalopnik\_facebook&utm\_medium=socialflow 10: 03 BMW M5 9: 04 Maybach 57 8: 05 Audi A8 w12 7… --- ## [Debating...Maxima v/s BMW](https://community.cartalk.com/t/debating-maxima-v-s-bmw/75668)
**Author:** [@samyom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samyom)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 5:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/debating-maxima-v-s-bmw/75668 "2013-02-17T17:42:43Z")
Hi, I am currently owning a Maxima for past 6yrs. Has got some issues and so thinking to replace it. Willing to spend max $12,500(including all taxes & fees). I am debating on: 1: Maxima/Accord/Camry 2005+(any of these d… --- ## [Saturn](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn/77269)
**Author:** [@mamacat](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mamacat)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 11:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/saturn/77269 "2013-02-17T11:19:42Z")
We currently own a Saturn 2001 LS. My husband wants to purchase another Saturn but I against this. The reason is that I have been told by my mechanic that while Saturns are good cars, they are no longer manufactured m… --- ## [Cavalcade of Darts and Valiants, Plainfield VT ca. 1980?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalcade-of-darts-and-valiants-plainfield-vt-ca-1980/77404)
**Author:** [@meran](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meran)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 11:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalcade-of-darts-and-valiants-plainfield-vt-ca-1980/77404 "2013-02-17T11:15:55Z")
While looking at videos of guilty canines online, I was reminded of my good old pal, Virginia D. Dog, who participated with me in the Cavalcade of Darts and Valiants in Plainfield, Vermont some 30+ years ago. I remember… --- ## [Contemplating next tow vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/contemplating-next-tow-vehicle/77346)
**Author:** [@alphacat63](https://community.cartalk.com/u/alphacat63)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 10:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/contemplating-next-tow-vehicle/77346 "2013-02-17T10:16:57Z")
I am contemplating- ok, obsessing over- my next tow vehicle. I have a small travel trailer - dry weight is 2500#, hitch wt is 280#. I currently tow it with a 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser. I like this vehicle, but I'm kind of "… --- ## [Long Term Cost Analysis of New versus Used](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-term-cost-analysis-of-new-versus-used/77288)
**Author:** [@jimdickersn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimdickersn)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2013, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-term-cost-analysis-of-new-versus-used/77288 "2013-02-17T01:01:13Z")
Hi, I am a 20 year old who has the fortune of having enough money on hand to buy any car I want with cash. My question, because I cannot ascertain a clear answer, is whether it is more cost efficient over a ten to fiftee… --- ## [Forensic Mechanic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forensic-mechanic/76073)
**Author:** [@klondike77](https://community.cartalk.com/u/klondike77)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2013, 8:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/forensic-mechanic/76073 "2013-02-16T20:52:04Z")
2003 Honda CR-V A/T with about 130K miles - My son was driving the car after having a new starter replaced at a repair shop in the Plymouth, MA area, when after about 2 miles, while attempting to stop, the car accelerate… --- ## [Sunday Newspaper Column: Feb 10 2013- mysterious noise from 2009 Toyota- while parked in the garage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sunday-newspaper-column-feb-10-2013-mysterious-noise-from-2009-toyota-while-parked-in-the-garage/77341)
**Author:** [@Hatton](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hatton)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2013, 7:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sunday-newspaper-column-feb-10-2013-mysterious-noise-from-2009-toyota-while-parked-in-the-garage/77341 "2013-02-16T19:29:10Z")
Good Afternoon: After reading your answer to the woman with a 2009 Toyota that's making a strange noise while parked in the garage - potentially being an emissions control problem- Id like to contribute my own thoughts… --- ## [2004 Intrepid yeah or nay?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-intrepid-yeah-or-nay/77372)
**Author:** [@Proac\_fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Proac_fan)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2013, 5:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-intrepid-yeah-or-nay/77372 "2013-02-16T05:10:36Z")
Looking at buying a 2004 Dodge Intrepid SXT with the 3.5L H.O V6. Car has roughly 130,000 miles on it and appears to be in nice overall condition. I know all the horror stories about oil sludge on the infamous 2.7L intre… --- ## [Selling my car to a pal](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-my-car-to-a-pal/75326)
**Author:** [@silver\_ghost](https://community.cartalk.com/u/silver_ghost)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 7:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-my-car-to-a-pal/75326 "2013-02-15T19:36:53Z")
so i got this hairbrained idea of trading my car for a bicycle temporarily, and i got just the best pals who love to support me and my cockeyed dreams. now to go about it in a fairly legit way is always the trickier bit.… --- ## [Taxing your mileage instead of taxing gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taxing-your-mileage-instead-of-taxing-gas/76520)
**Author:** [@americar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/americar)\ **Replies:** 64\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/taxing-your-mileage-instead-of-taxing-gas/76520 "2013-02-15T05:46:12Z")
With cars getting better fuel mileage, and all electrics cars using no gas means less tax revenue. As a result some states are kicking around the idea of taxing mileage. Thoughts and opinions, here is the story ht… --- ## [Chevy EL Camnio - Which year model is best made?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-el-camnio-which-year-model-is-best-made/76948)
**Author:** [@Ldog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ldog)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2013, 12:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chevy-el-camnio-which-year-model-is-best-made/76948 "2013-02-15T00:09:32Z")
Hello, I am looking to sell my current car (Lexus IS 250 2007) and fufill my life long dream of owning an El Camino. I don't exactly know where to start with making sure I select a good year and how to tell if it has be… --- ## [State Gas Quality](https://community.cartalk.com/t/state-gas-quality/77342)
**Author:** [@Mark\_In\_the\_Shoug](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mark_In_the_Shoug)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 4:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/state-gas-quality/77342 "2013-02-14T16:03:39Z")
Any chance that there's enough difference in gas quality from state to state to effect error codes? I've got error lights on in my car, and the codes, according to the shop, say I need a new catalytic converter. I live o… --- ## [2004 F350 Master switch on the driver's side door panel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-f350-master-switch-on-the-drivers-side-door-panel/77331)
**Author:** [@Cowboy1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cowboy1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 6:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-f350-master-switch-on-the-drivers-side-door-panel/77331 "2013-02-14T06:09:06Z")
Had to replace the drivers side door after a oak tree got in the way. I bought a door shell and hinges and the guys replaced the door and all the panel. When I got in it I noticed the electrical switches were not worki… --- ## [Cold Air Intake, does it increase or decrease mpg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-air-intake-does-it-increase-or-decrease-mpg/77308)
**Author:** [@pinedalepaul](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pinedalepaul)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2013, 3:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cold-air-intake-does-it-increase-or-decrease-mpg/77308 "2013-02-14T03:24:51Z")
Does installing a Cold Air Intake increase or decrease gas mileage? I've heard answers both ways.. I have a 2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7 --- ## [How does OnStar stop a stolen vehicle?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-onstar-stop-a-stolen-vehicle/77325)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2013, 11:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-onstar-stop-a-stolen-vehicle/77325 "2013-02-13T23:41:13Z")
Does it limit fuel flow to 2 mph so one can get off a railroad crossing or to the side of an Interstate? Does it warn that the vehicle will stop in 30 seconds or something? Thank you. --- ## [Did I get a good deal?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-a-good-deal/77317)
**Author:** [@Personage](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Personage)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2013, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/did-i-get-a-good-deal/77317 "2013-02-13T21:27:52Z")
Paid $4200 + TTL for this super clean 2002 Toyota 4Runner SR5 2WD with 202K at the time and fairly new Michelin LTX tires and a Tow package. It had a Timing Belt change sticker at 92K with a really clean engine compart… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=327) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=329)