# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=419 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 420 --- ## [Anyone Looking for tires?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-looking-for-tires/57209)
**Author:** [@tireblogger](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tireblogger)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2010, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/anyone-looking-for-tires/57209 "2010-11-05T17:19:19Z")
Todd Hebert is an internet marketing expert in the automotive industry, specifically for Tires and Custom Wheels --- ## [Ergonomics](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ergonomics/57133)
**Author:** [@cdesalvo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cdesalvo)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2010, 5:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ergonomics/57133 "2010-11-04T17:25:04Z")
My employer has a repititive strain injury that has affected her neck shoulders, arms and hands. I have found it very difficult to find any specifics from individual auto manufacturers to assist her in finding the right… --- ## [Used car recommendation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-recommendation/57080)
**Author:** [@tprogerssr](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tprogerssr)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2010, 11:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-recommendation/57080 "2010-11-03T23:54:00Z")
Looking for a used car and have $6000 +/- to spend. Am interested in advice and recommendations about makes and models to look for - or stay away from. Any advice on how to gauge an acceptable number of miles driven woul… --- ## [Paid car. NO title and no permanent plates, still at the car dealer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paid-car-no-title-and-no-permanent-plates-still-at-the-car-dealer/57100)
**Author:** [@josueca](https://community.cartalk.com/u/josueca)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 3, 2010, 10:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/paid-car-no-title-and-no-permanent-plates-still-at-the-car-dealer/57100 "2010-11-03T22:28:16Z")
Does the a car dealer is supposed to give me the title on the spot if I paid cash for the car?? The temporary plates expired and they loand me another car until the permanent plates arrives, is that safe? Why they have… --- ## [Which suv](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-suv/57090)
**Author:** [@marewood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marewood)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2010, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-suv/57090 "2010-11-02T23:36:40Z")
Our daughter lives in Colorado and is in need of new transportation. We've looked at a 2007 Kia Sorento ES but she would really like a Jeep Liberty or Patriot. She seems to think it needs to be purchased in Colorado "be… --- ## [Old Headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-headlights/57104)
**Author:** [@ISLANDGIRL1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ISLANDGIRL1)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2010, 2:05pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-headlights/57104 "2010-11-02T14:05:03Z")
I have a set of very headlights. I would like to email a picture so I can tell what they came off of. --- ## [Accessory key position](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accessory-key-position/56971)
**Author:** [@Ronny\_Speir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronny_Speir)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2010, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accessory-key-position/56971 "2010-11-01T14:02:14Z")
I have a 1996 toy corolla when the key is left on the accessory position but nothing is turned on such as the radio ect is the battery being drained, what really happens if this happen, thanks to all --- ## [Road signs](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-signs/56725)
**Author:** [@the\_same\_mountainbike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/the_same_mountainbike)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [November 1, 2010, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/road-signs/56725 "2010-11-01T02:47:57Z")
Read in USA Today yesterday (Oct 22) that the feds are requiring all states to change their road signs to capital letters combined with small letters, in a specified font, or risk the loss of federal highway funds. … --- ## [Nissan or Chevy Silverado 1500(small truck) Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-or-chevy-silverado-1500-small-truck-advice/56916)
**Author:** [@donnie67](https://community.cartalk.com/u/donnie67)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2010, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-or-chevy-silverado-1500-small-truck-advice/56916 "2010-10-31T17:21:19Z")
Hey Gang, Ive narrowed it down after countless hours research car buyin do's and dont's to Nissan Frontier 2010 leftover and 2011 Chevy Silverado. We need a survival post here for buying a car, because these sale… --- ## [Towing with a '96 Camry](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-with-a-96-camry/52927)
**Author:** [@limberic](https://community.cartalk.com/u/limberic)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 31, 2010, 1:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-with-a-96-camry/52927 "2010-10-31T01:20:54Z")
I have a 4-cylinder Camry, 1996. I am interested in buying a small sailboat with trailer. The boat with rigging weighs about 310 pounds. With trailer, the whole package should weigh-in at about 500-650 pounds. (I d… --- ## [Men: Your first accident?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/men-your-first-accident/56925)
**Author:** [@michaela\_c](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaela_c)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2010, 9:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/men-your-first-accident/56925 "2010-10-30T21:35:35Z")
Hi there - I'm a magazine writer working on a story for Good Neighbor, State Farm's magazine. I'm looking for -- hold onto your hats -- male State Farm customers who can talk about their first accident -- what they learn… --- ## [Family Car Buying Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-car-buying-advice/56618)
**Author:** [@RubinWiley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RubinWiley)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2010, 9:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/family-car-buying-advice/56618 "2010-10-30T21:17:12Z")
Hi, everybody! I'm looking at replacing my 2003 Honda Civic coupe with a family car, and could use some advice on what to get. I've test driven 16 vehicles from Chevrolet, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Nissan, Subaru, Toyot… --- ## [Daytime Running Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daytime-running-lights/56321)
**Author:** [@misselenia](https://community.cartalk.com/u/misselenia)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2010, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/daytime-running-lights/56321 "2010-10-30T20:29:08Z")
Can the daytime running lights be disengaged on the 2011 Toyota Sienna --- ## [Low rent new vs. new vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-rent-new-vs-new-vehicle/56951)
**Author:** [@Doug00L](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Doug00L)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 30, 2010, 2:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/low-rent-new-vs-new-vehicle/56951 "2010-10-30T02:34:50Z")
I need to buy an auto and have between 10-15k to spend. The question is, should I buy a new affordable car like KIA because of the warrenty or a used car less than 5 yrs. old. I am trying to save money and get a reliable… --- ## [Vehicles to accomodate disabled passengers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicles-to-accomodate-disabled-passengers/51463)
**Author:** [@HarryKrishna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HarryKrishna)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2010, 6:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicles-to-accomodate-disabled-passengers/51463 "2010-10-29T18:32:23Z")
I need recommendations on late model cars that accomodate mobility limitations...this could include vehicles that might be significantly modified in the future to accomodate wheel chair use. Right now, features that a… --- ## [Buying a 20 year old car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-20-year-old-car/56930)
**Author:** [@Joaniebo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joaniebo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [October 29, 2010, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-20-year-old-car/56930 "2010-10-29T14:00:49Z")
My husband and I are considering buying a 1988 MB 260. The seller says it has 90k miles, which seems unbelievably low. The car would be used for commuting to work. I've owned old MB's before and they seem to last forever… --- ## [Classic vs. New Model](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-vs-new-model/56697)
**Author:** [@PabloM](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PabloM)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2010, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/classic-vs-new-model/56697 "2010-10-28T21:52:24Z")
I'm at a crossroads. Should i go for a mustang 66 or camaro 67 (both in good shape) versus getting a good deal on a 2008 charger or 2008 mustang? lets say all 4 cars are in good shape, since my question is regarding dail… --- ## [Tire size and 4WD](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-size-and-4wd/56900)
**Author:** [@opie\_dogg208](https://community.cartalk.com/u/opie_dogg208)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2010, 2:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-size-and-4wd/56900 "2010-10-28T02:22:38Z")
I have an 89 Jeep Cherokee with smaller tires in the front then in the back. I was told by a nice stranger that I could put the bigger tires in front and still use my 4WD with out breaking anything. This goes against eve… --- ## [AWD questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-questions/56827)
**Author:** [@pianoem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/pianoem)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2010, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/awd-questions/56827 "2010-10-28T00:52:15Z")
Hi ~ I've been driving a van for 17 years! Ford then Toyota. One RWD,one FWD. Never had snow tires on either, just all season radials. For the most part I got to where I needed to be tho FWD handled snow much better. … --- ## [Car dealership asking to pay more for tax post contract signing](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dealership-asking-to-pay-more-for-tax-post-contract-signing/56849)
**Author:** [@babo78](https://community.cartalk.com/u/babo78)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [October 28, 2010, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dealership-asking-to-pay-more-for-tax-post-contract-signing/56849 "2010-10-28T00:44:04Z")
I live in Queens county in NY and I negotiated for purchase of a brand new car in different county in NY. I made it clear that I need to pay Queens county tax which is higher tax rate than the county I purchased the veh… --- ## [Subaru Forester 2010 or 2011](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-2010-or-2011/56794)
**Author:** [@jillch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jillch)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2010, 1:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-forester-2010-or-2011/56794 "2010-10-27T13:20:03Z")
I'd like to buy a new Forester. I'm I better off finding a good deal on a 2010 or wait for the 2011? Are the changes in the 2011 worth waiting for? I'm looking at the automatic, premium trim. Pros & Cons? Appreciate… --- ## [State Driving Tests - Is it time for a big change?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/state-driving-tests-is-it-time-for-a-big-change/56095)
**Author:** [@fliggy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/fliggy)\ **Replies:** 45\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2010, 2:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/state-driving-tests-is-it-time-for-a-big-change/56095 "2010-10-27T02:00:54Z")
I'm in PA and drivers take only one driving and non-driving test their whole lives. What are the cons of revamping laws so that tests are both harder and more frequent? Along with that why not make the cost of … --- ## [Car Dies at low idle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-at-low-idle/56652)
**Author:** [@ctyson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ctyson)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2010, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-dies-at-low-idle/56652 "2010-10-26T17:58:50Z")
Hello My 2004 Ford Taurus with 140,000 miles has been dying out of the blue when I slow down or am at a near stop. I'm not sure what could be causing this... Can you help? --- ## [Mercury Capri XR2 turbo, Money Pit or Economic?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-capri-xr2-turbo-money-pit-or-economic/56808)
**Author:** [@newpony](https://community.cartalk.com/u/newpony)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 26, 2010, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-capri-xr2-turbo-money-pit-or-economic/56808 "2010-10-26T17:21:42Z")
I have the opportunity to get a 1991 Capri, I've read just about everything on the net about these cars and the info is about evenly divided between Money pit P.O.S. and good, reliable, economic car. I do realize that a… --- ## [Restore 1983 Nissan Sentra?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/restore-1983-nissan-sentra/56801)
**Author:** [@tnvolfan94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tnvolfan94)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 25, 2010, 5:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/restore-1983-nissan-sentra/56801 "2010-10-25T17:37:52Z")
We have a 1983 Nissan Sentra station wagon which needs a new home. I know that there are groups which restore certain makes of cars (we were once in the Studebaker Drivers Club with a 1951 bullet nose). Does anyone know … --- ## [Towable vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towable-vehicle/56755)
**Author:** [@dperrault](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dperrault)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2010, 8:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towable-vehicle/56755 "2010-10-24T20:13:20Z")
I am contemplating buying a 1997 automatic 2 wheel drive Geo Tracker for the sole purpose of towing behind an RV. Can this vehicle be towed as is and if not then is there something that I can do to make it towable --- ## [Too good to be true?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-good-to-be-true/56625)
**Author:** [@DoubleD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DoubleD)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2010, 6:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/too-good-to-be-true/56625 "2010-10-24T18:57:36Z")
I found a 2008 Toyota Prius with 4344 miles on it at the end of my test drive. It drove like a new car, it looked and smelled like a new car, the tires looked new, but it costs the same as the same car with at least 40K … --- ## [Brakes vs. Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-vs-engine/56292)
**Author:** [@ECONN13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ECONN13)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2010, 6:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes-vs-engine/56292 "2010-10-24T18:40:41Z")
If you stand on the brakes and try to accelerate will the brakes have enough stopping friction to keep the car from moving and stall the engine? If you are going full throttle and keep the pedal to the floor as you appl… --- ## [Electrical shock by alarm remote lock button when alarm sounding?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-shock-by-alarm-remote-lock-button-when-alarm-sounding/56414)
**Author:** [@klatraccartalk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/klatraccartalk)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2010, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electrical-shock-by-alarm-remote-lock-button-when-alarm-sounding/56414 "2010-10-24T16:09:49Z")
I have a headlight problem, so I was checking most of my fuses, since some aren't marked. When I replaced one of the fuses I had pulled, the alarm began going off. After I replaced the fuse, while the alarm was sounding,… --- ## [Catalytic Converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter/56771)
**Author:** [@JG1122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JG1122)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2010, 3:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/catalytic-converter/56771 "2010-10-24T15:23:24Z")
Is it legal in the state of Florida for a dealership to sell a car without a catalytic converter? If it isn't would I be able to take any action against them because I bought the car "as is". [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=418) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=420)