# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=389 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 390 --- ## [Buying vehicle with an existing lien](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-vehicle-with-an-existing-lien/65951)
**Author:** [@ddeb](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ddeb)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2011, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-vehicle-with-an-existing-lien/65951 "2011-07-04T17:19:36Z")
Thinking of Ford Ranger that has the title held by a mortgage co. Seller says to make the certified check out to Cap One and the title will be mailed in 10 days. He can provide a bill of sale in the meantime. Is this … --- ## [Please tell me this car model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-tell-me-this-car-model/65917)
**Author:** [@kenewing](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kenewing)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 4, 2011, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-tell-me-this-car-model/65917 "2011-07-04T01:38:50Z")
When I was a kid back in the 60s my grandmother's brother had a cute little car and I'm struggling to remember the make and model. It was tiny. It had no doors on the side. Rather, the whole front of the car swung ope… --- ## [1994 Chevy Silverodo cuts out](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chevy-silverodo-cuts-out/65930)
**Author:** [@hchester](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hchester)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2011, 3:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1994-chevy-silverodo-cuts-out/65930 "2011-07-03T15:58:40Z")
I have a 94 chevy pick up with a 350 5.7 engine. Last year it cut off while backing out the driveway and wouldn't start. the next day it started, I took it to a repair shop they did a tune up and everything was fine for … --- ## [Trade in unhappy](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-in-unhappy/65918)
**Author:** [@not2night](https://community.cartalk.com/u/not2night)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2011, 2:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trade-in-unhappy/65918 "2011-07-03T14:47:27Z")
I just purchased a 2011 Hyundai Tucson, I am not that happy with it,, I really do not like all the digital stuff on the dash, and would like to trade it for a Sonata. I have only had it 1wk,, how much money will I lose… --- ## [UAW trying to go after foreign automakers' plants](https://community.cartalk.com/t/uaw-trying-to-go-after-foreign-automakers-plants/65890)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [July 3, 2011, 1:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/uaw-trying-to-go-after-foreign-automakers-plants/65890 "2011-07-03T01:29:27Z")
DETROIT (Bloomberg) -- The UAW is trying to hold its first successful organizing drive at a foreign-car factory in the U.S. To succeed, the union has to convince people like Rocky Long. "I don't see any problems here. … --- ## [2010 Jeep Cherokee Laredo 4 wheel drive system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-cherokee-laredo-4-wheel-drive-system/65901)
**Author:** [@zillie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/zillie)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2011, 9:55pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-jeep-cherokee-laredo-4-wheel-drive-system/65901 "2011-07-02T21:55:37Z")
We are looking at a used 2010 Jeep Cherokee Laredo. We need an SUV to pull a boat. We were told that it normally drives in rear wheel, but will automatically shift to 4 wheel when it senses the need. A friend told us t… --- ## [2010 Subaru Outback Passanger Airbag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-outback-passanger-airbag/65904)
**Author:** [@RobertMaddox](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RobertMaddox)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2011, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-subaru-outback-passanger-airbag/65904 "2011-07-02T20:03:30Z")
We have a new 2010 Subaru Outback and all is well except an issue with the passagner airbag. It cycles ON -OFF - ON - OFF - - - while driving. The Subaru dealer has checked it twice & says it is properly operating. We co… --- ## [Looking for a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-new-car/65813)
**Author:** [@Spsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spsmith)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2011, 4:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-new-car/65813 "2011-07-02T16:59:51Z")
My daughter just got her license. My wife is thinking of giving her the Prius, which we just finished paying off. She wants a car that's good in snow that she'll use for 20 minute city driving commute ( no highways) that… --- ## [What is the best high(er) mileage investment?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-best-high-er-mileage-investment/65860)
**Author:** [@isotopesforbreakfast](https://community.cartalk.com/u/isotopesforbreakfast)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 6:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-best-high-er-mileage-investment/65860 "2011-07-01T18:26:56Z")
Hello all, My car died. Meh. I need to get into another ride, but with caveats, of course. Main one is: \< $10k. I guess this means something in the mileage range of 80k to 150k plus or minus, depending on make/model. So… --- ## [Highlander drive train](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highlander-drive-train/65883)
**Author:** [@bobc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobc)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 1:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/highlander-drive-train/65883 "2011-07-01T13:41:59Z")
is 06 highlander drive train \[ 2.4 2 wheel drive auto\] the same as 07 camry \[2.4 auto fwd. --- ## [Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/65856)
**Author:** [@mcgregor](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcgregor)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 1:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/65856 "2011-07-01T13:17:00Z")
There appears to be no meaningful discussions or data on the life of the battery in the hybrids and the cost of replacing them. At a recent car show the Mercedes rep estimated a life of 100,000 miles an a current replac… --- ## [New Head RESTRAINTS!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-head-restraints/37322)
**Author:** [@jjfarrell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jjfarrell)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2011, 8:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-head-restraints/37322 "2011-07-01T08:39:24Z")
I have been shopping for a new small SUV... I have sat in/drove just about every model made today. ALL of them have obnoxiously uncomfortable head RESTRAINTS! Good name for them as they restrain your head from being in… --- ## [Cause of check engine light?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cause-of-check-engine-light/65844)
**Author:** [@markley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markley)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 30, 2011, 1:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cause-of-check-engine-light/65844 "2011-06-30T01:04:09Z")
So my check engine light came on the other day, and I went to autozone to get the code. I was told that it was either the tps sensor or the ecm(did not know what this stood for). I left autozone and field up with gas, … --- ## [Least computer dependent?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/least-computer-dependent/65798)
**Author:** [@Kasey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Kasey)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 7:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/least-computer-dependent/65798 "2011-06-29T19:34:28Z")
Almost time for a new/new to me car, and I've been thinking about how newer cars are so dependent on computer technology (and I read this Gizmodo post - http://gizmodo.com/5815889/the-gadgetization-of-cars-is-kind-of-rui… --- ## [Which stick-shift cars have "hill holders"?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-stick-shift-cars-have-hill-holders/65803)
**Author:** [@stevegaarder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/stevegaarder)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-stick-shift-cars-have-hill-holders/65803 "2011-06-29T15:18:23Z")
A number manual transmission Subarus have a device called a "hill-holder" that reduces rollback when starting on a hill. When the driver takes his/her foot off the brake, the gadget keeps the brakes on until the clutch … --- ## [Does anyone make a real hatchback anymore?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-make-a-real-hatchback-anymore/64263)
**Author:** [@ann9br](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ann9br)\ **Replies:** 40\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 2:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-anyone-make-a-real-hatchback-anymore/64263 "2011-06-29T14:30:47Z")
I'm driving a 2002 Hyundai Elantra hatchback, and it is a real hatch with a slanty large window that opens to a full storage area. Does anyone still make a hatchback like that? I love the visibility out the back and th… --- ## [How long will it last?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-will-it-last/65542)
**Author:** [@needanewcar30](https://community.cartalk.com/u/needanewcar30)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2011, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-will-it-last/65542 "2011-06-29T03:27:06Z")
Looking to buy a 2002 Volvo s60 with 191280 miles on it. Now factoring it was taken decent care of, how many more miles do you think I could get out of it. --- ## [Car advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-advice/65724)
**Author:** [@rzchizzl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rzchizzl)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 10:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-advice/65724 "2011-06-28T22:11:57Z")
Alright so I have a 1994 dodge ram 1500 with a v8 5.9L engine, it gets somewhere around 10 to the gallon. And gas is very expensive for me. My only other option for a car is this 1970s- 1980s datsun 280z I'm not exactly … --- ## [2005 GMC Envoy..stalls while driving 45 mpg.?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-envoy-stalls-while-driving-45-mpg/65805)
**Author:** [@newdaynewproblems](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newdaynewproblems)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 4:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-gmc-envoy-stalls-while-driving-45-mpg/65805 "2011-06-28T16:15:20Z")
2005 GMC Envoy..recent problems include engine light, brought it to the VIP and read code for cam shaft sensor, went to the dealer and had it replaced! The next day it stalled while I was driving 45 mph, had to coast to … --- ## [Volkswagen Tiguan turbo charged 4-cylinder](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-tiguan-turbo-charged-4-cylinder/65787)
**Author:** [@sbrott](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sbrott)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volkswagen-tiguan-turbo-charged-4-cylinder/65787 "2011-06-28T16:08:04Z")
Looking at a 2011 VW Tiguan ... thought I needed a 6-cylinder, but am thinking the turbo charged 4 cylinder has equivalent (?) punch. Any thoughts? --- ## [No camshaft](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-camshaft/65736)
**Author:** [@bobincal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobincal)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-camshaft/65736 "2011-06-28T15:18:10Z")
I am a docent at an aviation museum and auto museum. One of my fellow volunteers showed me an unusual aircraft engine. It has no camshaft or rocker arms to open the intake valves. It only has a weak valve spring. On th… --- ## [Should a seller bargain for a vehicle's price on Craig's List?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-a-seller-bargain-for-a-vehicles-price-on-craigs-list/65792)
**Author:** [@solarblast](https://community.cartalk.com/u/solarblast)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 2:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-a-seller-bargain-for-a-vehicles-price-on-craigs-list/65792 "2011-06-28T14:24:11Z")
See Title for question. It seems as allowing a potential buyer to bargain either by phone or e-mail puts the seller at a disadvantage. If a preliminary bargain is struck, then the buyer has anchored a lowered starting p… --- ## [Current Forum Glitch: Missing Page Number Links](https://community.cartalk.com/t/current-forum-glitch-missing-page-number-links/65581)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 12:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/current-forum-glitch-missing-page-number-links/65581 "2011-06-28T12:26:19Z")
To the web gurus: I truely like the new site much, much better than the previsou version. It seems, however, that I've lost the page numbers at the bottom of the presentation that allowed me to go to older posts. Am I st… --- ## [2008 Subaru Outback Towing?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-outback-towing/65743)
**Author:** [@dcbound](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dcbound)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 28, 2011, 3:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-subaru-outback-towing/65743 "2011-06-28T03:45:15Z")
I am planning on moving from Nashville to Washington D.C. in the next few weeks. I have installed a 3,500 lb hitch to the Outback thinking that I could save time/money by renting a U-Haul trailer but now that I have read… --- ## [Why is AUTOMATIC shifter in middle console instead of behind steering wheel?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-automatic-shifter-in-middle-console-instead-of-behind-steering-wheel/65507)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 11:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/why-is-automatic-shifter-in-middle-console-instead-of-behind-steering-wheel/65507 "2011-06-27T23:52:02Z")
We could use the space for food and drink and other things like cell phone, readinglasses, GPS, etc. Instead, the shift lever for the automatic is placed there, right in the way. Any reason? Thank you. Edit: I should hav… --- ## [Has anyone tried COSTCO's used-auto program?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-anyone-tried-costcos-used-auto-program/65719)
**Author:** [@MaryPaisley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MaryPaisley)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/has-anyone-tried-costcos-used-auto-program/65719 "2011-06-27T21:32:30Z")
I picked up a brochure on it and am wondering how it is. It looks like a good program, especially because I have always had good experiences with COSTCO and returning things. Has anyone used this program? Thanks! --- ## [Air Scoop for hybrids](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-scoop-for-hybrids/65777)
**Author:** [@bandjean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bandjean)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-scoop-for-hybrids/65777 "2011-06-27T18:34:38Z")
Perhaps I am far behind the technology, or physics does not support it; but does using an air scoop, on a hybrid, to recover battery charge from the effects of the air moving across the car make any sense? --- ## [Tricky car math and weasley car dealers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tricky-car-math-and-weasley-car-dealers/65680)
**Author:** [@justinormsby](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justinormsby)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 5:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tricky-car-math-and-weasley-car-dealers/65680 "2011-06-27T17:59:39Z")
I want to relate an incident that happened to my mother at a car dealership today. She owns a 2009 Nissan Cube SL with 9250 miles that she bought new for $19,500 -- so new, in fact, that it had to be ordered from a diff… --- ## [Mini Coopers in the snow?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-coopers-in-the-snow/65727)
**Author:** [@MayNayz84](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MayNayz84)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 3:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-coopers-in-the-snow/65727 "2011-06-27T15:34:17Z")
My OTHER dream car is a Mini. I live in Minnesota where we get INCHES of snow at a time.. I'm curious if anyone has a Mini and knows how they handle in the snow. Hockey pucks or Hamsters? --- ## [Should we trade? Need advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-we-trade-need-advice/65705)
**Author:** [@monkey123](https://community.cartalk.com/u/monkey123)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [June 27, 2011, 12:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-we-trade-need-advice/65705 "2011-06-27T00:01:51Z")
Hi all! We are trying to come to a decision on whether we trade our car for a used car from a friend and need some advice. Here's the situation First my husband is in grad school and we need the least amt of problems wit… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=388) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=390)