# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=407 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 408 --- ## [Run flat tires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-flat-tires/61418)
**Author:** [@Hiker1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hiker1)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 4:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-flat-tires/61418 "2011-02-19T04:29:58Z")
I have a 2010 Mini Cooper S Clubman with run flat tires that I do not like at all. I want to change these to regular tires without changing wheels, can this be done with this vehicle? --- ## [Tax](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tax/61518)
**Author:** [@ysjmac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ysjmac)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2011, 1:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tax/61518 "2011-02-19T01:35:50Z")
If I trade in my car as a deposit to buy a new car. Do I need to pay for the whole tax of the new car? or I just need to pay for the cash part's tax. --- ## [Purchasing a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-a-used-car/61428)
**Author:** [@rsmnap1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rsmnap1)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2011, 1:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchasing-a-used-car/61428 "2011-02-18T13:40:47Z")
I'm Looking to purchase a used 2008 Infiniti from a new car dealer's used car department. Per Car Talk, the recommendation is to get a second opinion from a trusted mechanic, even if the car is certified by Infiniti or t… --- ## [91 firebird rebuild](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-firebird-rebuild/61459)
**Author:** [@mac1950](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mac1950)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2011, 1:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/91-firebird-rebuild/61459 "2011-02-18T01:24:54Z")
i have a 1991 firebird formula i would like to know if you can interchange the dog house for one off of a 1973 firebird --- ## ['98 Camry or '01 Taurus as second car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-camry-or-01-taurus-as-second-car/61335)
**Author:** [@Weekend\_Warrior](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Weekend_Warrior)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2011, 1:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-camry-or-01-taurus-as-second-car/61335 "2011-02-18T01:14:21Z")
Hi all...I totalled my wife's corolla this past winter (didn't take much) and now we are looking for another 2nd car. We found a 98 Camry with 30K mi ($8K) and a 01 Taurus with 70K mi ($7K). We don't want to spend over $… --- ## [Where's my Jetpack? What happened to the future?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheres-my-jetpack-what-happened-to-the-future/61414)
**Author:** [@Boxful\_of\_neutrals](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Boxful_of_neutrals)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2011, 1:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/wheres-my-jetpack-what-happened-to-the-future/61414 "2011-02-17T13:05:56Z")
Movies and cartoons lied to us! By the 21st century we were supposed to be wearing metallic spacesuits and travelling with jetpacks! ( BTW how did the Rocketeer avoid burning his butt off? ). Do you think that we will … --- ## [Screeching noise at new Drivers Window - Only Sometimes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-noise-at-new-drivers-window-only-sometimes/61449)
**Author:** [@viveks](https://community.cartalk.com/u/viveks)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2011, 1:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/screeching-noise-at-new-drivers-window-only-sometimes/61449 "2011-02-17T01:45:37Z")
My own this Honda Odyssey since 2008. I found this strange problem when I drove it from Tuscon to Phoenix during a Windy day, it was making kind of Howling Screehing noice at the Drivers window. then it went away. Then I… --- ## [Car to carry an electric scooter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-to-carry-an-electric-scooter/61444)
**Author:** [@ShySusan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ShySusan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2011, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-to-carry-an-electric-scooter/61444 "2011-02-17T01:43:38Z")
I don't walk very well, so when I'm not driving, I ride around on one of those electric 3-wheel scooters. I have a lift mounted on the back of my car. My car is about done for so I am shopping for a new one. I nee… --- ## [NASA Says: Autos #1 Climate Change Cause](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nasa-says-autos-1-climate-change-cause/61226)
**Author:** [@Cars\_Cause\_Cancer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cars_Cause_Cancer)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 11:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nasa-says-autos-1-climate-change-cause/61226 "2011-02-16T23:31:21Z")
In the “It doesn’t take a rocket scientist” department… http://www…-c-2010-02 The NASA study reports: ?Cars, buses, and trucks release pollutants and greenhouse gases that promote warming, while em… --- ## [What family car should get after owning a GTO?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-family-car-should-get-after-owning-a-gto/61159)
**Author:** [@CassieAndra](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CassieAndra)\ **Replies:** 38\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 1:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-family-car-should-get-after-owning-a-gto/61159 "2011-02-16T13:31:47Z")
My husband currently owns a 2004 Pontiac GTO and loves it, but now that we're starting our family soon we have decided to sell it for another car. I drive a 2004 Hyundai Accent so clearly I'm okay with simple cars that … --- ## [What truck to buy for cabover camper?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-truck-to-buy-for-cabover-camper/61342)
**Author:** [@ScrapIron](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScrapIron)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 12:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-truck-to-buy-for-cabover-camper/61342 "2011-02-16T12:47:09Z")
I'm ready to begin the search for a good used 4x4 lwb truck. I plan to haul a cabover slide in camper which will weigh approx. 3000 lbs. loaded. Also, I will be towing a 17' aluminum boat. My budget for the truck is in … --- ## [Place to work on car around Los Angeles](https://community.cartalk.com/t/place-to-work-on-car-around-los-angeles/61396)
**Author:** [@Mootus](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mootus)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 12:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/place-to-work-on-car-around-los-angeles/61396 "2011-02-16T12:23:43Z")
I recently bought a great 15 year old porsche and after finding out that an oil change costs $350 and to change the spark plugs takes around 4-6 hours (seriously no exaggeration ) have decided I can do this stuff myself … --- ## [Nissan Frontier Auto Transmission](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-auto-transmission/61399)
**Author:** [@ksbooth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ksbooth)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 3:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-frontier-auto-transmission/61399 "2011-02-16T03:07:21Z")
I have a 2001 Nissan Frontier, 5 sp auto trans, 3.0 ltr v-6. In cold weather I have to drive 6-7 miles at highway speed (55-60 mph) before it will shift into overdrive gear. Is there a temp sensor that requires warm-up… --- ## [Time to buy a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/time-to-buy-a-new-car/61321)
**Author:** [@treefallingquietly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/treefallingquietly)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [February 16, 2011, 12:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/time-to-buy-a-new-car/61321 "2011-02-16T00:46:55Z")
I am trying to figure out a good modest priced vehicle for my family. Safety is an issue and so is size. I am 6'4" and I have a 3 yr old. Looking for a SUVish type vehicle. (I went and looked at a honda odyssey and f… --- ## [Mileage for 2008 civic hybred](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage-for-2008-civic-hybred/61384)
**Author:** [@gmorton614](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmorton614)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2011, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage-for-2008-civic-hybred/61384 "2011-02-15T21:20:12Z")
what milage do you get in town --- ## [Purchase additives dispensed in gas at pump?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchase-additives-dispensed-in-gas-at-pump/60982)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2011, 8:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/purchase-additives-dispensed-in-gas-at-pump/60982 "2011-02-15T20:54:11Z")
What is this all about? (Called to rush blood, I had no time to investigate.) At a King Soopers (Kroger) grocery store, next to the gas pump is a panel from which additives can be selected. They are mixed into… --- ## [Something for Everyone Who Doesn't Wear a Seatbelt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-for-everyone-who-doesnt-wear-a-seatbelt/60956)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 32\ **Last updated:** [February 15, 2011, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/something-for-everyone-who-doesnt-wear-a-seatbelt/60956 "2011-02-15T15:10:38Z")
If you don't care enough about yourself to wear a seatbelt, this might give you something to think about. --- ## [GMC 1997 Utilimaster P3500](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-1997-utilimaster-p3500/61336)
**Author:** [@realfoodfarm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/realfoodfarm)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2011, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/gmc-1997-utilimaster-p3500/61336 "2011-02-14T19:48:57Z")
We run an urban farm and are looking to purchase a diesel step van to be used as a "mobile market" that roams the streets selling fresh produce in urban neighborhoods. We have found a few GMC 1997 Utilimasters for sale … --- ## [Peugeot, Honda, Ford](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-honda-ford/61104)
**Author:** [@lesgauguins](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lesgauguins)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2011, 6:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/peugeot-honda-ford/61104 "2011-02-14T18:33:50Z")
Okay, this may seem like a stupid question, but... well, maybe it's just a stupid question. I'm trying to decide between three cars: a Peugeot 207, a Honda Jazz (aka Fit) and a Ford Fiesta. Most of my driving w… --- ## [Third Party Roof Rack/rails](https://community.cartalk.com/t/third-party-roof-rack-rails/61327)
**Author:** [@mcinky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mcinky)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2011, 6:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/third-party-roof-rack-rails/61327 "2011-02-14T18:20:03Z")
Toyota does not have factory roof rails for a 2008 Prius. Where can I get roof rails so I can add rack and carry 2 light road racing bikes? --- ## [How does SUVs differ from sedans?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-suvs-differ-from-sedans/61273)
**Author:** [@maldhafer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maldhafer)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2011, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-does-suvs-differ-from-sedans/61273 "2011-02-14T15:25:01Z")
as most of thier engines are the same, how can be they different and is the suspention different? --- ## [Should I buy an old car with low mileage or a new car with high mileage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-an-old-car-with-low-mileage-or-a-new-car-with-high-mileage/61265)
**Author:** [@brakepad80](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brakepad80)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2011, 2:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-an-old-car-with-low-mileage-or-a-new-car-with-high-mileage/61265 "2011-02-14T14:15:34Z")
So I want to get a new used car and I'm seeing the same car with the same mileage and in similar condition but $5,000 less since its 5 years old. I don't need the updated features and styling, I just want something that … --- ## [What is best car battery per cost?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-best-car-battery-per-cost/61249)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 14, 2011, 3:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-best-car-battery-per-cost/61249 "2011-02-14T03:00:10Z")
Are many made by the same company? Any recommendations? Wal-mart? Thank you. --- ## [What's the cheapest all around car? Price/fuel/repairs etc](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-cheapest-all-around-car-price-fuel-repairs-etc/61267)
**Author:** [@elmer\_fudd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elmer_fudd)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2011, 3:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-the-cheapest-all-around-car-price-fuel-repairs-etc/61267 "2011-02-13T15:01:21Z")
I'm looking to buy something cheap, small, economical, easy to repair, and not aircooled. This will be an economy car to supplement my F350. In your opinion, what's the cheapest all around car out there? I don't… --- ## [A Puzzler for Old Timers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-puzzler-for-old-timers/61227)
**Author:** [@Triedaq](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Triedaq)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2011, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-puzzler-for-old-timers/61227 "2011-02-13T02:40:37Z")
I submitted this puzzler to CarTalk some years back but it wasn't used. I think it my be a good puzzler for those of you about my age. Here it is: Back in the 1930 through 1940 era, many cars had windshield wipers t… --- ## [Snow tires or AWD?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tires-or-awd/61189)
**Author:** [@3Doghouse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/3Doghouse)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [February 13, 2011, 2:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/snow-tires-or-awd/61189 "2011-02-13T02:31:30Z")
I have narrowed down my choices for a new car to a Mazda 5 or a Subaru Forester. I need more cargo room for my dogs than my current 2007 Sentra offers. I like the Mazda 5 a lot, but am wondering how it will c… --- ## [Good News For Car Lovers - Obama's Socialist EPA / Climate Czar Resigns](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-news-for-car-lovers-obamas-socialist-epa-climate-czar-resigns/60867)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 65\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2011, 11:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/good-news-for-car-lovers-obamas-socialist-epa-climate-czar-resigns/60867 "2011-02-12T23:33:58Z")
Have you heard the news ? Carol Browner has resigned in a cloud of controversy. It appears she's been cooking the books. Now we may see fewer restrictions on domestic fossil fuel production and crazy car regualtions… --- ## [2004 Mazda3 traction control?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda3-traction-control/61246)
**Author:** [@hyakss](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hyakss)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2011, 10:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-mazda3-traction-control/61246 "2011-02-12T22:33:57Z")
was it an option in the 2004 Mazda3 to have stability and traction control? I am looking for a FWD that will do well when it snows. More generally, is there an easy way to tell if a Mazda3 has these features in any of … --- ## [Trading in a Nissan Versa SL](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trading-in-a-nissan-versa-sl/61211)
**Author:** [@MonkeyRose](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MonkeyRose)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2011, 4:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trading-in-a-nissan-versa-sl/61211 "2011-02-12T16:43:19Z")
Looking to sell/trade in my '09 Nissan Versa SL with 19,000 miles on it. I bought it brand new in 2009. The cars I am looking at are older model Honda CR-V or Subaru Forester. Any thoughts or ideas? I mostly love my … --- ## [Will lifting an Expedition improve progress in deep snow?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-lifting-an-expedition-improve-progress-in-deep-snow/60898)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 54\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2011, 3:03pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-lifting-an-expedition-improve-progress-in-deep-snow/60898 "2011-02-12T15:03:03Z")
Hospitals have called for blood transport when roads were closed due to blizzard/deep snow. We got through, but a man suggests lifting the 2008 Expedition would enable it to get through deep snow better. Is this true… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=406) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=408)