# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=401 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 402 --- ## [New car buying](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-buying/63271)
**Author:** [@jlmclemen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jlmclemen)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2011, 3:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-buying/63271 "2011-04-05T15:05:54Z")
I've had a Pontiac G6 for the last 4-1/2 yrs. I bought it new, the car has a perfect maintenance record, and it has served me well. However, I'm considering buying a new mid-size car. I don't want to splurge, and thus… --- ## [Name for Snow Hanging Off Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-for-snow-hanging-off-cars/63306)
**Author:** [@freedmanjt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/freedmanjt)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 5, 2011, 1:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/name-for-snow-hanging-off-cars/63306 "2011-04-05T13:32:18Z")
The name for snow hanging off the undersides of cars is SNOWBEARDS, of course! (beards of snow) --- ## [Scion tC or Mitsubishi Lancer?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-tc-or-mitsubishi-lancer/63329)
**Author:** [@crimsonblaze](https://community.cartalk.com/u/crimsonblaze)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/scion-tc-or-mitsubishi-lancer/63329 "2011-04-04T22:28:05Z")
I need help deciding between a 2005-2010 Scion tC and a 2007-Present Mitsubishi Lancer (not evolution). Also which year is best? Any idea how well they do in the snow. The other car I was looking at was a 2008 Mazda 3 se… --- ## [I miss not being able to tell one car from another](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-miss-not-being-able-to-tell-one-car-from-another/62937)
**Author:** [@atleast6characters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/atleast6characters)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/i-miss-not-being-able-to-tell-one-car-from-another/62937 "2011-04-04T19:48:59Z")
When I was a kid, you could tell what car it was from a block away. There goes a Galaxy 500, a Pontiac Bonneville, there's a Studebaker, a Mercedes, a Jaguar. "What on earth is that?" I asked my step dad in 1965. "A Ferr… --- ## [Struggling on the highway: Should I turn off Overdrive?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struggling-on-the-highway-should-i-turn-off-overdrive/63326)
**Author:** [@ColoradoFrontier](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ColoradoFrontier)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 7:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/struggling-on-the-highway-should-i-turn-off-overdrive/63326 "2011-04-04T19:37:03Z")
A little background on my truck: Its a 2003 Nissan Frontier SE Crew Cab with a 3.3L V6 2wd, RWD AUTO. 78,000 miles. (yeah, I live in CO, so having this truck here doesn't really make sense when described through text, bu… --- ## [Coasting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coasting/63345)
**Author:** [@Gypsymoth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gypsymoth)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 7:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coasting/63345 "2011-04-04T19:12:55Z")
So, what is wrong with coasting downhill to save gas? I do it all the time, but heard you guys lambaste it on the show. --- ## [Family car safety](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-car-safety/63315)
**Author:** [@lumberfish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lumberfish)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-car-safety/63315 "2011-04-04T16:01:44Z")
We have two cars and want to keep only the safest... which one??? How the heck do we compare the safety of a 2007 Toyota Highlander with a 2005 VW Passat TDI wagon??? --- ## [What can I do if I found out my new car isn't new](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-can-i-do-if-i-found-out-my-new-car-isnt-new/63322)
**Author:** [@Happyfamily87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Happyfamily87)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 3:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-can-i-do-if-i-found-out-my-new-car-isnt-new/63322 "2011-04-04T15:49:54Z")
I bought a new car on march 2011. Unforfunaterly, my car was slightly scratched when someone back up the car. However, i found out that my new car had been previously refinished(painted) on the right quarter panel and r… --- ## [Looking for new car- Subaru Outback or Jeep Wrangler?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-new-car-subaru-outback-or-jeep-wrangler/63335)
**Author:** [@snoopyk9\_81](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snoopyk9_81)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 3:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-new-car-subaru-outback-or-jeep-wrangler/63335 "2011-04-04T15:08:18Z")
We're in the market for a new car. My husband and I are considering a Subaru Outback (4 or 6 cyl) and a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited. He is the primary driver and commutes about 40 miles each day. We need AWD or 4WD because … --- ## [Automotive service schools. What should I be looking for?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automotive-service-schools-what-should-i-be-looking-for/63281)
**Author:** [@OneBagNomad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/OneBagNomad)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2011, 12:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automotive-service-schools-what-should-i-be-looking-for/63281 "2011-04-04T00:11:01Z")
I am currently looking to change careers and have decided that it's time to go back to school. I've got the G.I. Bill at my disposal and it's use it or lose it time. I have a strong interest in becoming a mechanic. … --- ## [2005 Ford Escape Brakes Lines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-brakes-lines/62822)
**Author:** [@psimone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/psimone)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2011, 9:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2005-ford-escape-brakes-lines/62822 "2011-04-03T21:22:56Z")
I have a 2005 Ford Escape that recently blew a front passenger brake line (the rubber one that connects the steel line to the wheel caliper). After closer inspection, it was an accident waiting to happen. The line was cr… --- ## [Would you buy a Chinese-branded car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-a-chinese-branded-car/63299)
**Author:** [@Emilie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Emilie)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2011, 1:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-you-buy-a-chinese-branded-car/63299 "2011-04-03T13:34:41Z")
Hi everyone, I'm new to this forum and am not yet sure how everything works but would really like to get your opinions on Chinese cars and your perceptions of Chinese car brands. I would hugely appreciate it if you … --- ## [DUIs and bicycles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/duis-and-bicycles/62917)
**Author:** [@meanjoe75fan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meanjoe75fan)\ **Replies:** 53\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2011, 5:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/duis-and-bicycles/62917 "2011-04-03T05:00:52Z")
On another message board, the questions came up--Can you get a DUI on a bicycle? Should you be able to? As for the first question, the answer is dependent on the state in question, but (generally), Yes, you can. … --- ## [Antique parts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antique-parts/63265)
**Author:** [@editordean](https://community.cartalk.com/u/editordean)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2011, 2:11am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/antique-parts/63265 "2011-04-03T02:11:50Z")
I have been cleaning up my grandfather's old yard, and found a fuel pump from a 1950s chrysler... and other parts as well.. my question: Is there any use for these items for other than scrap metal? They have been literal… --- ## [1966 Chevelle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1966-chevelle/63272)
**Author:** [@BKlajda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BKlajda)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [April 3, 2011, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1966-chevelle/63272 "2011-04-03T00:05:00Z")
I have a 1966 Chevelle with an automatic powerglide transmission and a stock automatic floor shifter. What I don't have is the linkage from the shifter to the transmission. I would like to keep the car as stock as possib… --- ## [1989 mercedes 300te. opinions, please!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-mercedes-300te-opinions-please/63227)
**Author:** [@montclairmom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/montclairmom)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 7:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1989-mercedes-300te-opinions-please/63227 "2011-04-02T19:08:15Z")
looking at buying a second car for six people; already own an odyssey. perhaps we should buy a used pilot, but I've always wanted a mercedes wagon. this one has 130,000 miles on it, has had one owner, and for $4,000, I a… --- ## [Fob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fob/63214)
**Author:** [@chris2867](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chris2867)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 11:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fob/63214 "2011-04-02T11:30:37Z")
I have a 2004 Cadillac Seville,and lost my keys...I bought new Fobs and I know how to program the features but I don't know how to program the FOB to my car.....Can anyone help.. or do I have to go to the Dealer.......an… --- ## [Click and Clack's Latest Column](https://community.cartalk.com/t/click-and-clacks-latest-column/63249)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 5:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/click-and-clacks-latest-column/63249 "2011-04-02T05:12:02Z")
I was just reading Tom and Ray's latest column at http://www...atest.html The answer kind of shocked me. Couldn't there be another answer? The first thing I thought was, "They must drive this Explorer only on … --- ## [First Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car/63228)
**Author:** [@ATolbert2137](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ATolbert2137)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 3:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/first-car/63228 "2011-04-02T03:18:00Z")
I'm a first time car buyer right out college. I have been researching all types of cars and don't have a huge wish list. I've been to the auto show, done test drives, but I am not sure which car brand or model will giv… --- ## [Car cornering - Has anyone done this](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-cornering-has-anyone-done-this/61531)
**Author:** [@Mike\_Mac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mike_Mac)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-cornering-has-anyone-done-this/61531 "2011-04-02T02:41:08Z")
I was curious if a car manufacturer has ever produced a car that, for instance, lowered the right side of the car when taking a right turn to (a) better distribute the load on the tires on the left and (b) make it more c… --- ## [Value of 2001 Toyota Camry with Seized Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-2001-toyota-camry-with-seized-engine/63212)
**Author:** [@kat581](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kat581)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [April 2, 2011, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-2001-toyota-camry-with-seized-engine/63212 "2011-04-02T02:31:38Z")
I'm looking to sell my 2001 toyota camry, and wanted to find out the value of it. It was in good working condition until a few days ago. A/C, cd player etc all work fine. It has a new battery and two new tires on it. … --- ## [How long should a car last? years vs miles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-a-car-last-years-vs-miles/63196)
**Author:** [@prisca](https://community.cartalk.com/u/prisca)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2011, 11:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-should-a-car-last-years-vs-miles/63196 "2011-03-31T23:43:16Z")
Because I have a child with a disability who loves being in the car (she's autistic), I am typically in the car driving 5 to 6 hours a day. So while my car is relatively new, it has many, many miles. Right now it's bea… --- ## [Ethanol](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol/63022)
**Author:** [@nosbigmit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nosbigmit)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2011, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ethanol/63022 "2011-03-31T22:50:49Z")
When I bought a 5 speed accord a year ago I already expected average mileage & got it @ 30 mpg.After discovering they were again offering non-ethanol gas my mpg immediately jumped to 35.If we use more gasoline to get to … --- ## [Leasing a Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leasing-a-car/63200)
**Author:** [@bcalhoun](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcalhoun)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2011, 5:32am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leasing-a-car/63200 "2011-03-31T05:32:04Z")
My husband and I need a new car (old one was stolen and cannibalized) for about 3 years only. What experience have people had or what advice can they offer about leasing a new car? --- ## [Looking out for a cheap, reliable and a friendly car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-out-for-a-cheap-reliable-and-a-friendly-car/62943)
**Author:** [@ameyask1981](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ameyask1981)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2011, 10:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-out-for-a-cheap-reliable-and-a-friendly-car/62943 "2011-03-30T22:52:01Z")
Hi, I currently own a very hostile and a drama queen, expensive to maintain BMW 528i. Though its fun to drive, its very unreliable and I dread taking it on long weekend getaways. Planning to sell it off and get a cheap a… --- ## [Beeping Question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beeping-question/63180)
**Author:** [@valkyrie88a](https://community.cartalk.com/u/valkyrie88a)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2011, 8:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/beeping-question/63180 "2011-03-30T20:44:37Z")
My husband have been talking about the meaning of the beeps when you turn the battery on, but before you start the car. He said it's a system check and that you shouldn't start the car until the beeps have stopped. I h… --- ## [Auto Insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-insurance/62686)
**Author:** [@chilly\_xiao](https://community.cartalk.com/u/chilly_xiao)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2011, 12:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/auto-insurance/62686 "2011-03-30T12:19:44Z")
I have been driving for over ten years and never had any tickets and accidents. And the mileage is quite low per year. So I think it is quite unfair to pay an insurance which does not reward or give credits based o… --- ## [Value of an older car in great condition](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-an-older-car-in-great-condition/63110)
**Author:** [@sparsons](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sparsons)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2011, 3:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/value-of-an-older-car-in-great-condition/63110 "2011-03-30T03:52:11Z")
We are assisting an elderly person to sell a 1988 Ford Tempo (2-door)that has just under 15,000 miles on it. we're trying to determine what - if any - market there is for such a vehicle. The car is located in Minnesota… --- ## [Sister in law blues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sister-in-law-blues/63106)
**Author:** [@jeffy\_the\_k](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeffy_the_k)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2011, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sister-in-law-blues/63106 "2011-03-29T23:04:22Z")
disagreement over wether the engine APPEARANCE cover serves any purpose; i say it is for show, she says it somehow effects performance.any thoughts on this? --- ## [16 Year Old Son...Olds Alero or Buick Century?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/16-year-old-son-olds-alero-or-buick-century/63069)
**Author:** [@LeftWingLock](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LeftWingLock)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2011, 3:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/16-year-old-son-olds-alero-or-buick-century/63069 "2011-03-29T03:03:19Z")
My father in law is going to give my 16 year old son either one of two cars, a 1998 Buick Century Limited or a 2004 Oldsmobile Alero. Both cars have new tires and anti-lock brakes, and no major mechanical problems. The B… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=400) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=402)