# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=336 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 337 --- ## [Stay or fold](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stay-or-fold/75926)
**Author:** [@kimmy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimmy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2012, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stay-or-fold/75926 "2012-12-04T22:02:43Z")
I recently bought a 2005 Ford Escape XLT 108k took it to my mechanic and it passed inspection the 2 days after buying it I had to take it in for transmission problems that turned out to be valves and seals. Now it has an… --- ## [Which car should I choose? Buying tomorrow, please help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-choose-buying-tomorrow-please-help/75800)
**Author:** [@tiffquincel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tiffquincel)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2012, 4:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-choose-buying-tomorrow-please-help/75800 "2012-12-04T04:37:55Z")
Hello, I need some used car buying advice please. I'm a single mom who needs reliable transportation. I narrowed my car search down to a 2007 Toyota Camry V4 w/70,000 miles, 2 owners for $11,000. Or a 2004 Honda Accord V… --- ## [Fuel Economy - Dodge Truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-economy-dodge-truck/75843)
**Author:** [@DaMayor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaMayor)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2012, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-economy-dodge-truck/75843 "2012-12-04T04:29:26Z")
I have a 1996 Dodge 4x4 Pickup w/Magnum 5.2 engine. I certainly don't own it for fuel economy but would like to get better then (11-12 mpg). Besides a FULL tune up or inconjunction with a full tune up...what can I do t… --- ## [Help identify a trespasser](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identify-a-trespasser/75782)
**Author:** [@martiEC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/martiEC)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2012, 9:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-identify-a-trespasser/75782 "2012-12-02T21:21:54Z")
We have photos of this vehicle on our property at 1 am and would like to figure out to whom it belongs. Does anyone recognize the features of the make or model? I've checked out google image search until I'm cross-eyed! … --- ## [Advice on buying a 17 year old boy first car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-a-17-year-old-boy-first-car/75594)
**Author:** [@Sailorrob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sailorrob)\ **Replies:** 47\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2012, 11:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/advice-on-buying-a-17-year-old-boy-first-car/75594 "2012-12-02T11:53:32Z")
We need advice on what to buy our high school age son. We would like for him to buy his own car however, He has NO money, certainly not enough to buy a car and we cannot wait for him to save it. We do not want to spend m… --- ## [How do I make a voodoo doll?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-make-a-voodoo-doll/75780)
**Author:** [@dawn99](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dawn99)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2012, 8:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-make-a-voodoo-doll/75780 "2012-12-02T08:55:12Z")
My mechanic of seven years, Wiygul Automotive in Virginia, has earned a voodoo-doll effort. Every time that I went in, I asked what I should plan for soon. Every time that they told me that it needed a few things, th… --- ## [Which car should I get?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-get/75787)
**Author:** [@mommyto4kidz](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mommyto4kidz)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 2, 2012, 2:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-should-i-get/75787 "2012-12-02T02:03:43Z")
I have 4 children and I am looking for a car that three can fit in comfortably in the back. I do not want an SUV because of the gas. I have an Acura TSX now and it is just too small in the back. I was looking at the P… --- ## [AWD? - 1998 Subaru legacy wagon](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-1998-subaru-legacy-wagon/75832)
**Author:** [@ZBC](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ZBC)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2012, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-1998-subaru-legacy-wagon/75832 "2012-12-01T22:27:08Z")
I am looking to buy a car and I have $2500-3000 to spend. So far, I have been looking for a Camry sedan or wagon or a corolla. So far in those categories I'm finding a lot of cars with a lot of miles on them (175K+) or… --- ## [I'm rich!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-rich/75773)
**Author:** [@Yosemite](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Yosemite)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2012, 5:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/im-rich/75773 "2012-12-01T05:46:07Z")
Heck, I was going to ask a question, then I noticed the message below, in my inbox!!!!!!!!! I'm giving away all my tools and cars and buying all new. I'll wait until I need an oil change, and go buy a new car and give … --- ## [Catalytic Converter premature failure in 2001 Toyota Camry?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-premature-failure-in-2001-toyota-camry/75828)
**Author:** [@TonyB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TonyB)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 1, 2012, 2:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter-premature-failure-in-2001-toyota-camry/75828 "2012-12-01T02:28:16Z")
Just last week my 2001 Toyata Camry passed the state emissions test, but a day or so later the engine trouble light came on. I got to my local garage about a week later and they said the code they came up with was 430 … --- ## [Burned valvs on cadillac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burned-valvs-on-cadillac/75801)
**Author:** [@Clinger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Clinger)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2012, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/burned-valvs-on-cadillac/75801 "2012-11-30T17:46:59Z")
ok so my buddy has 2 burned up valvs on his 1998 Cadillac Deville. What causes this? --- ## [Static charge getting out of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/static-charge-getting-out-of-car/75817)
**Author:** [@JayS](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayS)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2012, 8:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/static-charge-getting-out-of-car/75817 "2012-11-30T08:55:17Z")
I get a huge jolt of shock when I get out of the car and touch the car frame. I live around Detroit where its cold and very dry, so I have to wear warm coat. Can any one suggest how I can avoid collecting static while dr… --- ## [Ford Ranger will not start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-will-not-start/75761)
**Author:** [@richmac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/richmac)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2012, 4:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-ranger-will-not-start/75761 "2012-11-30T04:45:27Z")
I have a 2003 Ford Ranger 4X4 4L AUTO. About once every 6 months it will not start. It cranks just fine but doesn't fire. After about 45 min. it start and runs great for an other 6 Months. I have replace the plugs, w… --- ## [The mysterious "dark" knob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mysterious-dark-knob/75746)
**Author:** [@jdubs](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jdubs)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2012, 3:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-mysterious-dark-knob/75746 "2012-11-30T03:49:32Z")
Random question that came up in discussion this morning. Created an account here just to be able to ask this to the collected experts of the internet. I remember, long long ago (okay, so not that long ago, but it sound… --- ## [Why exactly are CV boots such a common (and costly) repair item?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-exactly-are-cv-boots-such-a-common-and-costly-repair-item/75758)
**Author:** [@UsedEconobox\_2\_UsedBMW](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UsedEconobox_2_UsedBMW)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [November 30, 2012, 2:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-exactly-are-cv-boots-such-a-common-and-costly-repair-item/75758 "2012-11-30T02:20:21Z")
Can someone point me to what exactly the deal is with these? Are they just some rubber "bellows" that protect some axle parts? Why are these such a big cost? The part is like $10, but is it b/c the entire axle needs to … --- ## [Gasoline-Diesel Hybrids (HCCI, etc.)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-diesel-hybrids-hcci-etc/75776)
**Author:** [@HuffineT](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HuffineT)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2012, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gasoline-diesel-hybrids-hcci-etc/75776 "2012-11-29T21:16:32Z")
I was just wondering how much everyone here follows the development of new technology like HCCI? I feel like majority of people aren't familiar with it. I have been doing some research and I think it has potential as an … --- ## [Why can't I get a car with manual transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-i-get-a-car-with-manual-transmission/75533)
**Author:** [@Sally\_Manual\_Transmi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sally_Manual_Transmi)\ **Replies:** 73\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2012, 5:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-cant-i-get-a-car-with-manual-transmission/75533 "2012-11-29T05:23:45Z")
I have a nice boxy, high off the road 2001 CRV, manual transmission. There's nothing out there to replace it from what I see. Here is my must have list: manual transmission/AWD, sun roof, 7 inches or more ground cleara… --- ## [Dell computer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dell-computer/75755)
**Author:** [@EllyEllis](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EllyEllis)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [November 29, 2012, 3:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dell-computer/75755 "2012-11-29T03:15:23Z")
I know this is not an auto question, but I am sure some of you 'ole pros will be happy to answer me. I just bought a Dell Laptop computer for a grandchild, it it is wireless but what must I do or have to make it wireles… --- ## [Engine stalling](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stalling/75779)
**Author:** [@onelove](https://community.cartalk.com/u/onelove)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2012, 5:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-stalling/75779 "2012-11-28T17:48:50Z")
I am experiencing engine stalling while driving my 1996 Grand Cherokee, after it went low on gas about 6 weeks ago. Any advise? Thanks, Onelove --- ## [Keep a car in storage or sell now and buy later](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-a-car-in-storage-or-sell-now-and-buy-later/75298)
**Author:** [@Dr\_J](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dr_J)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 28, 2012, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-a-car-in-storage-or-sell-now-and-buy-later/75298 "2012-11-28T01:23:13Z")
My wife got a new car and now wants to save her old car a 2009 Honda Civic Hybrid for our son. This means that we will be storing the Civic for the next 3 years and rarely if ever driving the car. I have concerns about … --- ## [05hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05hybrid/75752)
**Author:** [@05hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/u/05hybrid)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 27, 2012, 7:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05hybrid/75752 "2012-11-27T07:43:55Z")
A couple weeks ago, my local Sunday paper had an article about Honda Accords and it mentioned that Honda will soon have an Accord hybrid. This week's article was about the Chevy Malibu hybrid. It talked about the elect… --- ## [VW Jetta TDI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-jetta-tdi/71660)
**Author:** [@cakegirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cakegirl)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2012, 11:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vw-jetta-tdi/71660 "2012-11-26T23:24:23Z")
so any reviews or thoughts on the new VW Jetta sedan TDI's???? I'm thinking about getting a 2012 Jetta sedan with the TDI engine (diesel) and I really like them....should I consider them?? Thanks in advance!! --- ## [Why not just get a muscle car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-not-just-get-a-muscle-car/75652)
**Author:** [@Marnet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Marnet)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2012, 5:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-not-just-get-a-muscle-car/75652 "2012-11-26T05:07:02Z")
Got a good laugh recently. Saw a teenaged boy driving his tricked out "sport edition" Toyota Corolla complete with spoiler, flared underskirting that had colored LED lights all around underneath, low profile tires on wh… --- ## [\[KEY NOT DETECTED\] Camry hybrid keybob requires new battery?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-detected-camry-hybrid-keybob-requires-new-battery/75671)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2012, 4:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/key-not-detected-camry-hybrid-keybob-requires-new-battery/75671 "2012-11-26T04:43:41Z")
After a 3 a.m. bloodelivery to a mountain hospital 170 miles from home, several times I tried to start the Camry. KEY NOT DETECTED reads out!! The key remote, in my EMS pants leg pocket, likely got cold walking outside i… --- ## [Mercedes B-Class - How do I get one from Canada to Mass?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-b-class-how-do-i-get-one-from-canada-to-mass/75696)
**Author:** [@Greystone9](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Greystone9)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2012, 4:15am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercedes-b-class-how-do-i-get-one-from-canada-to-mass/75696 "2012-11-26T04:15:37Z")
I want to purchase a new or low-mile/used - Merc B-Class. Not available in US. Available in Montreal or Quebec/how do I properly buy one and register in the Commonwealth of MA?? - No help from dealers in Canada or US to … --- ## [Replacing 1999 BMW 528i with what?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-1999-bmw-528i-with-what/75676)
**Author:** [@lotfegirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lotfegirl)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2012, 11:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-1999-bmw-528i-with-what/75676 "2012-11-25T23:44:50Z")
I LOVE my BMW but things are beginning to fall apart there. I can spend up to $45,000. Since I belong to a union, I thought it would be patriotic to replace it with a union-built sedan, preferably one that gets really … --- ## [Engine Life expectancy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-life-expectancy/75728)
**Author:** [@EngineLife](https://community.cartalk.com/u/EngineLife)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2012, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-life-expectancy/75728 "2012-11-25T23:26:32Z")
Hi, I am living in Germany now and am considering buying a BMW here since I hear they are nice cars :). Anyhow, I am too cheap to buy a new one so, I am wondering if I anyone has advice on the BMW 1 series cars in ter… --- ## [Breakdown Lane app - future Android release?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/breakdown-lane-app-future-android-release/75695)
**Author:** [@Plainswoman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Plainswoman)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2012, 5:54am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/breakdown-lane-app-future-android-release/75695 "2012-11-25T05:54:25Z")
I just read about the "Breakdown Lane" app for iPhone in the "Click and Clack" column in today's paper. I'd like to see this developed for Android. Has anyone out there heard about an Android version and possible relea… --- ## [Concerns about Test Drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/concerns-about-test-drive/75636)
**Author:** [@inthemarket](https://community.cartalk.com/u/inthemarket)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2012, 12:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/concerns-about-test-drive/75636 "2012-11-25T00:36:21Z")
My daughter and I test drove a Mazda CX-5 yesterday. We had a new sales person who did not know anything about the car. My daughter is about to turn 16, and does not know anything about cars. She was driving. I was in th… --- ## [High Test Gas and Regular Gas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-test-gas-and-regular-gas/75622)
**Author:** [@Made](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Made)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 24, 2012, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-test-gas-and-regular-gas/75622 "2012-11-24T21:35:20Z")
If I pull up to a pump that had been pumping regular gas for the previous customer and I want to purchase only one gallon of high test for a special needs engine, will I get one gallon of high test if I push the button i… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=335) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=337)