# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=436 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 437 --- ## [Will we all use Naural Gas in the future?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-we-all-use-naural-gas-in-the-future/46957)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2010, 4:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-we-all-use-naural-gas-in-the-future/46957 "2010-06-14T16:39:21Z")
There is an interesting article in the Baltimore Sun this morning. http://www...599.column The estimated reserves are the equivalent of 110-billion barrels of oil. That's enough to fuel our cars, power plants,… --- ## [Water in trunk](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-trunk/50048)
**Author:** [@csivan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/csivan)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 14, 2010, 6:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/water-in-trunk/50048 "2010-06-14T06:00:59Z")
Hello I am planning on buying a 2003 Taurus with about 95K miles. It drives ok but the trunk has a lot of water hidden under the carpet. It is a bit musty and I suspect the water has been there for at least a week if n… --- ## [Which Sedan has the largest Trunk?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-sedan-has-the-largest-trunk/49926)
**Author:** [@Petepat1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Petepat1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2010, 8:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-sedan-has-the-largest-trunk/49926 "2010-06-13T20:01:59Z")
I have a disabled daughter, whose wheelchair folds up. I have had 20 years of minivan, SUV, wagon life, and now am really wanting to drive a sedan. Any ideas? I am thinking Tarus, but not sure if the trunk is right. --- ## [Mercury...R.I.P](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-r-i-p/49781)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2010, 4:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mercury-r-i-p/49781 "2010-06-13T16:29:31Z")
A moment of silence please...Ford Motor Company announced today that 2010 will be the last model year for the Mercury line of automobiles. If you have an itch for a Grand Marquis now is the time to scratch it... --- ## [2010 Chevy Equinox Thermometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox-thermometer/50202)
**Author:** [@catsklgd1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/catsklgd1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2010, 2:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2010-chevy-equinox-thermometer/50202 "2010-06-13T14:00:06Z")
My wife and I just purchased a new 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. So far, so good; we love it. There is one thing that is driving us crazy (we have very boring lives). There is a temperature display on the radio face. We ha… --- ## [Car in LA](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-in-la/50230)
**Author:** [@johnpatwalsh1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnpatwalsh1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2010, 12:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-in-la/50230 "2010-06-13T12:15:58Z")
Would an 84 Volkswagen Scirocco be likely to get stolen. I will be in LA at USC for two years. --- ## [CHEAP truck shopping](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-truck-shopping/30723)
**Author:** [@macintoshsj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/macintoshsj)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [June 13, 2010, 12:12am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cheap-truck-shopping/30723 "2010-06-13T00:12:23Z")
I have $2000 to buy a my first truck. What make/model should I look at? --- ## [Old VW Beetle fit for long trip?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-vw-beetle-fit-for-long-trip/49907)
**Author:** [@markeloff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/markeloff)\ **Replies:** 41\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2010, 9:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-vw-beetle-fit-for-long-trip/49907 "2010-06-12T21:30:25Z")
My sister is being given an antique VW Beetle. I'm not sure what year it was manufactured, but it's old enough to have antique license plates. In July, we are considering driving it from East Tennessee to her home in San… --- ## [AC Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-issues/50206)
**Author:** [@jeannettenc](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeannettenc)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2010, 3:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ac-issues/50206 "2010-06-12T15:13:24Z")
When I start my car, the air coming from the AC smells like urine. What causes this and what can be done about it? Thank you. --- ## [Speed and odometor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-and-odometor/50204)
**Author:** [@ginger196099](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ginger196099)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 12, 2010, 10:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/speed-and-odometor/50204 "2010-06-12T10:26:53Z")
I have a car 1997 corolla and I got it from my cousin and it was a little banged up so we got it for free and fixed it up and it drives great. It has 97,000 miles. My Q is about the speed and the odometer. My speed it 4 … --- ## [Getting 3rd car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-3rd-car/49938)
**Author:** [@roszel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/roszel)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2010, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/getting-3rd-car/49938 "2010-06-11T19:23:10Z")
we need a 3rd car for our 16 year old daughter...we have an acura mdx and a 99 gmc suburban...i would love a convertible...is there one out there that i could talk my husband into? used and cheap is preferable.....or ou… --- ## [Is ethanol a scam?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-ethanol-a-scam/49034)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 44\ **Last updated:** [June 11, 2010, 2:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-ethanol-a-scam/49034 "2010-06-11T02:35:56Z")
If you think so, tell us where and when it becomes one. I'll start: Ethanol in the USA has been oversold. It helps corn farmers make more money, but I doubt that it is a cost effective replacement for gasoline, ev… --- ## [Dream Cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dream-cars/49743)
**Author:** [@karguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/karguy)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [June 10, 2010, 3:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dream-cars/49743 "2010-06-10T03:55:14Z")
When I was a kid it was Lamborghinis. I also had a thing for Camaros of the late 1960s thanks to the one that sat under a cover in our garage. What were some of your guys' dream cars back then? (Or now for that matter… --- ## [Car Wax](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wax/49983)
**Author:** [@joebab](https://community.cartalk.com/u/joebab)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2010, 9:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-wax/49983 "2010-06-09T21:39:33Z")
I have a 2008 Suzuki SX4, silver color. Is it a good idea to wax it. What should i use if the answer is yes and is it a one or two step process. Thank you --- ## [Age of car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/age-of-car/50087)
**Author:** [@harrry](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harrry)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2010, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/age-of-car/50087 "2010-06-09T19:23:30Z")
I amconsidering buying a 2002 merceddes SL500 but am concerned about the age and what maintenance and repair problems I might have with a car this old. --- ## [Toyota mr2](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-mr2/50096)
**Author:** [@billybobdog](https://community.cartalk.com/u/billybobdog)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2010, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-mr2/50096 "2010-06-09T18:47:58Z")
i have a 91 toyota mr2 that i hadn't driven in a few years. when i decided to use it again i had a major tune up done, a fuel pump, filter and strainer installed, timing belt, water pump, assorted gaskets, pulleys, and s… --- ## [A used car with an impossible task!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-used-car-with-an-impossible-task/50041)
**Author:** [@artvalder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/artvalder)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2010, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-used-car-with-an-impossible-task/50041 "2010-06-09T17:14:39Z")
I need a new used car to perform an impossible task. 1. small enough to park easily on New York City streets 2. comfortable enough for long trips (500 miles per weekend & 2500 miles 3 x year) 3. great gas mileage … --- ## [Electric Car Conversion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-car-conversion/49682)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 9, 2010, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/electric-car-conversion/49682 "2010-06-09T17:01:21Z")
In a recent issue of "Home Power" magazine (Issue #133 Oct/Nov 2009)there is a GREAT article by a fellow in Washington state who converted a 2002 Toyota Echo to a 100% plug-in electric car. The entire projects cost inclu… --- ## [Air bag](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag/50009)
**Author:** [@abxxx](https://community.cartalk.com/u/abxxx)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2010, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/air-bag/50009 "2010-06-08T22:57:34Z")
I like to move the driver?s seat as close to the front that I can because it gives me a better view of the road (in my opinion). What is the minimum number of inches that I can be from the front and still not have the ai… --- ## [What to buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy/49993)
**Author:** [@DyannD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DyannD)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2010, 10:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy/49993 "2010-06-08T22:14:29Z")
I'm an avid surfer who travels a round-trip total of 3 hours each weekend from a city apartment to a little shack by the beach (and then, unfortunately, back to the city again). The shack is on an unpaved road with the o… --- ## [Should I buy my leased BMW or buy a new car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-my-leased-bmw-or-buy-a-new-car/49590)
**Author:** [@babakhani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/babakhani)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2010, 10:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-buy-my-leased-bmw-or-buy-a-new-car/49590 "2010-06-08T22:08:33Z")
I have a 2008 BMW 335 convertible. It is a very pleasant car to drive and looks awesome. I like the car and so does my wife. The lease will be up in about 6 months. My car along with many twin turbo beamers had a… --- ## [When to buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-buy/50049)
**Author:** [@DaveRyan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DaveRyan)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 8, 2010, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-to-buy/50049 "2010-06-08T19:33:04Z")
My sister is planning to buy a car using the proceeds of a home refinance. The loan hasn't funded yet, so she missed the Memorial Day sales. She is tending toward a Nissan Sentra hatchback, though the Kia Soul has adva… --- ## [Horse trailers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horse-trailers/49756)
**Author:** [@kschmittendorf](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kschmittendorf)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2010, 10:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horse-trailers/49756 "2010-06-06T22:13:12Z")
i have a 2007 nissan frontier se, long bed, v6 with a jump cab. I called the dealer to ask if i could pull a two horse trailer, gooseneck, and all they said was that it had 6500 lb towing capacity. I need advice on if th… --- ## [URGENT: Which to buy, '97 Mitsubishi or '03 Hyundai](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-which-to-buy-97-mitsubishi-or-03-hyundai/49943)
**Author:** [@tcatrinah](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tcatrinah)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2010, 8:17pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/urgent-which-to-buy-97-mitsubishi-or-03-hyundai/49943 "2010-06-06T20:17:48Z")
Hi. We live in rural Costa Rica so the terrain can be pretty rough. I am trying to decide which is better to buy: 1997 Mitsubishi Montero Sport LS for $10,000 at 90k miles or 2003 Hyundai Tucson (4wd, V6) for $12,000 a… --- ## [Minivan Help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minivan-help/49768)
**Author:** [@bigyellow](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bigyellow)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2010, 3:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minivan-help/49768 "2010-06-06T15:28:49Z")
I am a Mom of two with another on the way and the time has come to move into the dreaded minivan mom world. I have been comparing new vs. used and Honda vs. Toyota. Any suggestions or recommendations? --- ## [One way car rental](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-way-car-rental/49911)
**Author:** [@jsilkyd](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jsilkyd)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2010, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/one-way-car-rental/49911 "2010-06-06T13:35:11Z")
any way to get around one way charges to rent a car? this is a honeymoon road trip, we bought our flight tickets from Seattle to Chicago and now are finding its extra expensive to rent. I feel like I could buy a junker u… --- ## [Building an electric car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/building-an-electric-car/49852)
**Author:** [@b3naaaman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/b3naaaman)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [June 6, 2010, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/building-an-electric-car/49852 "2010-06-06T04:38:50Z")
My friend and I are converting a 95 corolla to electric power for our senior project. We are going to directly plug some sort of electric motor into the transmission. Have any other wackos tried this? Any recommendati… --- ## [Buying used jeep](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-used-jeep/49875)
**Author:** [@dwoodard](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dwoodard)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2010, 8:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-used-jeep/49875 "2010-06-05T20:18:16Z")
i'm looking to buy a used 1998 jeep with 150,000 miles on it. too many miles? --- ## [Leaving the ignition "on"](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaving-the-ignition-on/49676)
**Author:** [@harvest](https://community.cartalk.com/u/harvest)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2010, 12:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/leaving-the-ignition-on/49676 "2010-06-05T12:28:25Z")
I'm sure you have heard about us nut cases who practice "hyper-miling", the art of driving with the car turned off as often as possible to reduce fuel consumption. My question is this, since I have a digital odometer, I… --- ## [Honda Fit or VW Golf?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-fit-or-vw-golf/49799)
**Author:** [@gmortnj](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gmortnj)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [June 5, 2010, 5:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-fit-or-vw-golf/49799 "2010-06-05T05:08:50Z")
I am 26 years old and on the verge of my first-ever car purchase. My criteria for the car are as follows: \>$20k; small but with storage capabilities; 5-speed manual transmission; and fun to drive since I will mainly… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=435) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=437)