# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=405 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 406 --- ## [Can Super Long Life Coolant really last 10 years? Brake Fluid, never need change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-super-long-life-coolant-really-last-10-years-brake-fluid-never-need-change/62016)
**Author:** [@mareakin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mareakin)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2011, 4:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-super-long-life-coolant-really-last-10-years-brake-fluid-never-need-change/62016 "2011-03-06T04:07:51Z")
Toyota Specifies its Pink Super Long Life Coolant for 120 months or 120,000miles. There is apparently no brake-fluid change interval, none for Power Steering fluid either. also, no change interval for transmission f… --- ## [Can a 2008 Expedition's trailer hitch be removed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-2008-expeditions-trailer-hitch-be-removed/62221)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2011, 3:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-a-2008-expeditions-trailer-hitch-be-removed/62221 "2011-03-06T03:48:34Z")
No need for the hitch so want to get rid of the weight. (Unbolted and removed the hitch from a 1999 Expedition.) Thank you. --- ## [Small Cars & Trailer Hitch Installation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-cars-trailer-hitch-installation/62160)
**Author:** [@ytkinwi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ytkinwi)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2011, 8:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-cars-trailer-hitch-installation/62160 "2011-03-05T20:30:15Z")
I have been pulling a small motorcycle trailer (about 900 lbs fully loaded) with my 2003 Elantra. I've trailered my sport bike up to 850 mile (1700 mi. RT) with no issues, yet! I have a couple of questions about tow… --- ## [Fleet Vehicle on Carfax report](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fleet-vehicle-on-carfax-report/62079)
**Author:** [@sam1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sam1)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2011, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fleet-vehicle-on-carfax-report/62079 "2011-03-05T16:29:48Z")
I was looking at used BMWs and listing has free car fax report to view. It is listed as one owner Vehicle and sold on acution exactly 3 years after ownership and listed as fleet vehicle. Q1. Does that mean it was le… --- ## [2010 Camaro Passenger Seat Height Adjustment](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-camaro-passenger-seat-height-adjustment/62119)
**Author:** [@batmanjoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/batmanjoe)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2011, 4:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-camaro-passenger-seat-height-adjustment/62119 "2011-03-04T16:21:21Z")
The owner's manual for my 2010 Camaro states that the passenger seat height can be adjusted by pumping the handle used to slide the seat forward and backward. However, pumping the handle does not change the seat height.… --- ## [Volume control](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volume-control/61686)
**Author:** [@jensamom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jensamom)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2011, 8:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volume-control/61686 "2011-03-04T08:03:25Z")
I have a 2007 Cadillac Escalade. We were driving at Christmas time and one morning when we got in our car, the Bose radio/DVD player/CD player was on mute. The mute icon appeared in the upper right hand corner of my bl… --- ## [Removing Fix-a -Flat from Clothing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-fix-a-flat-from-clothing/61990)
**Author:** [@swomen1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/swomen1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2011, 2:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/removing-fix-a-flat-from-clothing/61990 "2011-03-04T14:48:57Z")
While attempting to fix my flat tire the fix-a-flat I was using sprayed out the top and onto my nice down coat. Does anyone have experience getting that obnoxious substance/smell out of clothing? I don't want to throw ou… --- ## [Want to buy 2002 Chrysler Town and Country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-buy-2002-chrysler-town-and-country/62065)
**Author:** [@mnknandu](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mnknandu)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2011, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/want-to-buy-2002-chrysler-town-and-country/62065 "2011-03-04T01:45:47Z")
I have the following cars 1997 Toyota Camry 150k miles running great 2003 Honda civic 60K miles running great (I have loan on civic) I am thinking of selling Civic and buy a 2002 Chrysler Town an… --- ## [What kind of car in tv show Rubicon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-in-tv-show-rubicon/54761)
**Author:** [@honeybsmom](https://community.cartalk.com/u/honeybsmom)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 8, 2010, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-kind-of-car-in-tv-show-rubicon/54761 "2010-09-08T02:46:24Z")
On the new TV show, Rubicon, there is a scene with a car belonging to an asassinated character, David, in a parking lot. Unfortunately I can't find a picture to post and don't know how to get one off my Tivo. Has anyon… --- ## [Car for a 16-year-old](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-a-16-year-old/37747)
**Author:** [@rahepler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rahepler)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2009, 10:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-a-16-year-old/37747 "2009-10-08T10:20:55Z")
We're discussing what kind of car to get for our 16-year-old daughter to drive to school. My husband favors the smaller 4-door models like the Kia Spectra. I just worry that cars that small are unsafe. He says with all… --- ## [Looking for a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-new-car/62147)
**Author:** [@Nikkiec](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Nikkiec)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2011, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-new-car/62147 "2011-03-04T01:02:56Z")
I'm looking for some opinions: I'm currently in the market for a new car, and here's what I'm looking for/possibly helpful information: - I take several cross country trips a year. The majority of my driving is highwa… --- ## [Ford warns of global gridlock in the future](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-warns-of-global-gridlock-in-the-future/62145)
**Author:** [@Cars\_Cause\_Cancer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cars_Cause_Cancer)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2011, 10:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-warns-of-global-gridlock-in-the-future/62145 "2011-03-03T22:50:14Z")
Bill Ford Jr., the executive chairman of the board of directors of Ford Motor Co., was on NPR today warning about things in the future of car culture, including something called “global gridlock”. http://www…ay-Ford-J… --- ## [Annoying Speech](https://community.cartalk.com/t/annoying-speech/61694)
**Author:** [@Acura\_RL](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Acura_RL)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2011, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/annoying-speech/61694 "2011-03-03T22:28:46Z")
When did the annoying manner of speaking with every statement sounding like a question start.....and why? For example: Caller: "Hello, my name is Megan and I drive a '97 Honda Civic...?" What the hell, is she askin… --- ## [You like Subaru? You like convertibles? Why not have both?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-like-subaru-you-like-convertibles-why-not-have-both/62025)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2011, 2:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/you-like-subaru-you-like-convertibles-why-not-have-both/62025 "2011-03-03T14:31:30Z")
Car dealers do the strangest things to their vehicles. Just think about how many cars are out there with awful vinyl and fabric roof add-ons, a generation after manufacturers nearly swore them off entirely. Manchester Su… --- ## [Sporty Sedans?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sporty-sedans/61956)
**Author:** [@sam1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sam1)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2011, 7:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sporty-sedans/61956 "2011-03-02T19:52:16Z")
When people say car is very sporty what does that mean? For example Honda Civic or Accord are considered to be more sporty than Corolla or Camry respectively. --- ## [NHTSA delays camera decision](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nhtsa-delays-camera-decision/61975)
**Author:** [@bscar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bscar)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2011, 6:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nhtsa-delays-camera-decision/61975 "2011-03-02T18:15:44Z")
The National Highway Safety Administration has postponed its final rulemaking on whether to require backup cameras on all vehicles by Sept. 2014. The final ruling was expected to be released Feb. 28. NHTSA proposed … --- ## [Good used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-used-car/61932)
**Author:** [@\_Deleted\_User1111116](https://community.cartalk.com/u/_Deleted_User1111116)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-used-car/61932 "2011-03-01T23:35:42Z")
My young niece and new mother is looking for a car. Must have a Back Seat. $3000 Range --- ## [Star Nissan in Queens questionable dealer practices](https://community.cartalk.com/t/star-nissan-in-queens-questionable-dealer-practices/59290)
**Author:** [@meltee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/meltee)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 11:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/star-nissan-in-queens-questionable-dealer-practices/59290 "2011-03-01T23:19:55Z")
See the blog column in the NY Times about the problems customers have had with this dealership. http://www...wheelsemb3 --- ## [Tommy's fault? Only partly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tommys-fault-only-partly/61722)
**Author:** [@atleast6characters](https://community.cartalk.com/u/atleast6characters)\ **Replies:** 55\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 4:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tommys-fault-only-partly/61722 "2011-03-01T16:44:20Z")
I tried to post the following in "General Discussions" but it went to "Repair & Maintenance" causing a fever pitched rallying cry for my public execution, and repeated queries about year, make and model. Anyhow this was … --- ## [Cars from auctions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-from-auctions/61894)
**Author:** [@rsmnap1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rsmnap1)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 2:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-from-auctions/61894 "2011-03-01T14:26:05Z")
Ok, I'm looking to purchase a used Infiniti, 2008 G35X. What I am finding, at one dealership in particular, is a lot of inventory coming from auctions. I have had no luck finding information on this subject online. To me… --- ## [Newby Negotiators Part II - Edmunds TMV vs. Reality](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newby-negotiators-part-ii-edmunds-tmv-vs-reality/61966)
**Author:** [@Weekend\_Warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Weekend_Warrior)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 7:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newby-negotiators-part-ii-edmunds-tmv-vs-reality/61966 "2011-03-01T07:04:54Z")
Found a 2004 Mazda 6 with 90+K miles for $9K. Edmunds' "true market value" shows $7,746. NADA/KBB shows $9275. We are having the car looked at so we don't know what is going on with the car yet but looks and drives fine … --- ## [Used car prices](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-prices/61904)
**Author:** [@Wacissa\_Red](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wacissa_Red)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2011, 1:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-prices/61904 "2011-03-01T01:23:10Z")
Confused about prices for this model. Car is in good condition with only 54,000 miles. Edmunds quotes $1600 for private seller. Blue Book price runs from $2600 to $3500. Need to make an offer but economically challeng… --- ## [What vehicle have you owned that wouldn't die, against all odds?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-vehicle-have-you-owned-that-wouldnt-die-against-all-odds/46929)
**Author:** [@oblivion](https://community.cartalk.com/u/oblivion)\ **Replies:** 75\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2011, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-vehicle-have-you-owned-that-wouldnt-die-against-all-odds/46929 "2011-02-28T17:58:16Z")
It's a lazy Friday here and I have the day off, so I thought I'd start a discussion. You hear stories all the time of people with a "Honda that ran a million miles", and Saturn used to have that semi-insipid commerc… --- ## [Hard top convertibles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-top-convertibles/61957)
**Author:** [@sam1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sam1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2011, 4:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hard-top-convertibles/61957 "2011-02-28T16:28:10Z")
How good are hard top convertibles (e.g BMW 3 series or Infiniti G37) in terms of safety or water proof? Hard top look very similar to Coupes of same brand then why people buy coupes, why not just buy hard top cover… --- ## [Can't make up my mind on a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-make-up-my-mind-on-a-new-car/61987)
**Author:** [@shoreliner2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shoreliner2)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2011, 4:04am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cant-make-up-my-mind-on-a-new-car/61987 "2011-02-28T04:04:03Z")
I drove a 1994 Civic EX AT Sedan until the transmission died at 255,000 miles. For a new car, I need at least 4 doors - for a 2 year old toddler and wife. My wife drives a 2 door early 2000's Civic LX. Although, s… --- ## [Newbie Negotiating vs. The Sales Manager](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newbie-negotiating-vs-the-sales-manager/61800)
**Author:** [@Weekend\_Warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Weekend_Warrior)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2011, 9:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/newbie-negotiating-vs-the-sales-manager/61800 "2011-02-27T21:29:00Z")
Found a 2003 Camry XLE fully loaded with 115K miles and a clean Carfax. It has been on the lot since December. Salesman comes out and told me it lists at $10,995...I left him standing right there. He chased me down and … --- ## [Reason vs wanting](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reason-vs-wanting/61496)
**Author:** [@maboss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maboss)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2011, 11:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reason-vs-wanting/61496 "2011-02-26T23:11:12Z")
Am looking to buy a used car what I wanted was either a bmw x5 or ml, but my money only permits me to look for up to 2004 models. Problem is everyone keeps sayin they are very expansive to maintain and very unreliable, i… --- ## [HELP Need a smoother ride](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-need-a-smoother-ride/61819)
**Author:** [@DizzyDame](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DizzyDame)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2011, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-need-a-smoother-ride/61819 "2011-02-25T23:28:09Z")
The name's real illustrative of my problem. The Queen of the Road Trip's developed BPPV, which makes me car sick. Currently driving a 2004 Honda CR-V and the ride's a jiggly as a four-year-old who's gotten into the candy… --- ## [How can i get a title faster than 4-6 weeks in Oregon/Washington](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-get-a-title-faster-than-4-6-weeks-in-oregon-washington/61854)
**Author:** [@carguy87](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carguy87)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2011, 8:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-can-i-get-a-title-faster-than-4-6-weeks-in-oregon-washington/61854 "2011-02-25T20:03:00Z")
Hi, I recently bought a car and already totaled it :/. Well, I didn't get a chance to transfer the title to my name yet and the insurance company is ready to write me a check but they want the title first. I can wait 4-6… --- ## [Save Money with a Conference Call Providers Comparison](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-money-with-a-conference-call-providers-comparison/61837)
**Author:** [@randy\_bright](https://community.cartalk.com/u/randy_bright)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2011, 10:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/save-money-with-a-conference-call-providers-comparison/61837 "2011-02-25T10:34:43Z")
When this happens, you need to expand beyond your basic telephone system so that you can accommodate more. It doesn?t make sense to purchase a system that can do more, especially if you aren?t using this type of conferen… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=404) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=406)