# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=444 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 445 --- ## [Salt specs on car engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salt-specs-on-car-engine/46737)
**Author:** [@yasirsyed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yasirsyed)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2010, 7:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/salt-specs-on-car-engine/46737 "2010-03-28T19:58:19Z")
I just bought a 2009 Toyota Corolla and there are salt specs around the engine. Should I need to have this cleaned or is this just a cosmetic issue and won't do any damage to the car? --- ## [Honda . . . Going To The Dogs ? . . . For $995?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-going-to-the-dogs-for-995/46695)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2010, 2:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-going-to-the-dogs-for-995/46695 "2010-03-28T14:59:47Z")
First, let me say there are no Hondas around where I live. The nearest dealer is several hours away. I know virtually nothing about them. Next, let me say that I don't do dogs. I've got nothing against them (except … --- ## [New Car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/46711)
**Author:** [@acooling](https://community.cartalk.com/u/acooling)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2010, 4:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car/46711 "2010-03-28T04:00:46Z")
I'm in the market for a new car. I have an Audi A6 that I love. I think it's the best car I've ever driven in inclement weather and I've driven quite a few 4 WD vehicles. I now have 3 grandchildren and we like to go on c… --- ## [Small SUV](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-suv/46724)
**Author:** [@docjann](https://community.cartalk.com/u/docjann)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2010, 1:55am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/small-suv/46724 "2010-03-28T01:55:02Z")
I have a 2003 VW GTI and a 1996 Volvo wagon (bought when Click and Clack rec'ed it). I use the wagon for hauling - yard supplies, etc. I want to sell both and buy one used vehicle for all purposes. Subaru Forrester is… --- ## [Cars for teens](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-teens/46178)
**Author:** [@Agathaaustin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Agathaaustin)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-for-teens/46178 "2010-03-27T19:56:27Z")
what are the best first cars for teens? --- ## [Trailer towing with VW GTI](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trailer-towing-with-vw-gti/46615)
**Author:** [@osvolant](https://community.cartalk.com/u/osvolant)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2010, 2:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/trailer-towing-with-vw-gti/46615 "2010-03-27T02:40:55Z")
I really like the VW GTI. I have a small sailboat (Sunfish) I would like to tow, as well as a trailer-hitch bike rack I'd like to use on this car. The salesman says they can put on a hitch, but not sure how much I can … --- ## [Will adding Acetone increast my MPG?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-adding-acetone-increast-my-mpg/46656)
**Author:** [@InitialTB](https://community.cartalk.com/u/InitialTB)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 11:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-adding-acetone-increast-my-mpg/46656 "2010-03-26T23:58:31Z")
I was researching on how to improve my car MPG, i come across a video on youtube saying that adding Acetone increase 15%+ MPG, then i start to google it to see if anyone else have try it, and a lot of them saying that it… --- ## [My dream car is for sale!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-dream-car-is-for-sale/46675)
**Author:** [@eppahlin](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eppahlin)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 11:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-dream-car-is-for-sale/46675 "2010-03-26T23:26:27Z")
help! do i buy my dream car - an 86 volvo wagon - blue - with 300,000 miles on it? did i mention it was blue? --- ## [Use it again,Sam](https://community.cartalk.com/t/use-it-again-sam/46559)
**Author:** [@kmccune](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kmccune)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 11:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/use-it-again-sam/46559 "2010-03-26T23:04:57Z")
Hello folks,what is everyones take on recycling.The good,the bad,the messy.Should it be done if its not cost effective .Do you disagree with some current methods of recycling? And what constitutes an acceptable reus… --- ## [Toyota SUA problems](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sua-problems/46667)
**Author:** [@jillch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jillch)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-sua-problems/46667 "2010-03-26T21:52:37Z")
Just a worried mom.....What exactly should I believe?! We have a 2005 Camry LE bought used from a little old man about 18 mos. ago. Current mileage 39,000.....overall really good shape, no problems. With all this ta… --- ## [Spark plug](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug/46646)
**Author:** [@gowrishankar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gowrishankar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 7:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/spark-plug/46646 "2010-03-26T19:56:09Z")
1)what is hot tube ignition? 2)soot proof plugs? --- ## [Fix Trans vs Sell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-trans-vs-sell/46597)
**Author:** [@98Hondoo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/98Hondoo)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 6:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-trans-vs-sell/46597 "2010-03-26T18:19:28Z")
My '98 Honda Odyssey w/165K miles, needs a trans. Local talent says $2400-$3K. Otherwise the car is fine. But it's not worth the repair cost as a trade-in or to sell. What the thing that will help me decide? Thanks, … --- ## [Buick To Shoot At Younger Drivers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-to-shoot-at-younger-drivers/46342)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 36\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buick-to-shoot-at-younger-drivers/46342 "2010-03-26T17:32:03Z")
Have you checked out the 2011 Regal ? Only 4-cylinders will be available. This car is a blood relative of the Opel Insignia, popular in Germany. Does anbody have any experience with the Opel Insignia ? … --- ## [Have you heard of a fuel saving device](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-heard-of-a-fuel-saving-device/46339)
**Author:** [@Capout](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Capout)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 4:22pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/have-you-heard-of-a-fuel-saving-device/46339 "2010-03-26T16:22:43Z")
that ?pulls apart? or ?polarizes? the elements of gasoline before it enters the catalytic converter thus making the fuel burn more efficiently and reducing the carbon foot print. He is claiming that he is getting betwee… --- ## [Car insurance claim question](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-insurance-claim-question/46644)
**Author:** [@raiyani](https://community.cartalk.com/u/raiyani)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 4:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-insurance-claim-question/46644 "2010-03-26T16:01:05Z")
My car was rear-ended by a young lady driving a big car last week. I was waiting at a traffic light when this happened. She said she was sick and not paying attention. I got her phone #, name, and insurance info. I… --- ## [Driveway Distress](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driveway-distress/46266)
**Author:** [@Driveway\_Distress](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Driveway_Distress)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 4:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driveway-distress/46266 "2010-03-26T04:39:30Z")
I have a driveway dilemma! My husband won't pull his car to the end of our driveway to park, because he says it's bad for his shocks (?). The end of the driveway opens up to a small apron, which is slightly sloped to t… --- ## [Reliability and comfort?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-and-comfort/46422)
**Author:** [@HyeGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/HyeGuy)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-and-comfort/46422 "2010-03-26T00:53:28Z")
2010 NEW Mercedes-Benz E350 or 2007 USED(20.000Miles) BMW M6 or 2008 USED(20.000Miles) BMW 650i ? which one would be better choice? and in cars for me IMPORTANT: reliability and comfort and really BMW M6 hard… --- ## [Replacing Ye Olde Pontiac](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-ye-olde-pontiac/46620)
**Author:** [@empressoffabulous](https://community.cartalk.com/u/empressoffabulous)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2010, 12:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-ye-olde-pontiac/46620 "2010-03-26T00:39:45Z")
I've been driving my 99 Pontiac Sunfire sedan since high school. I love Bob, but it's time to say goodbye. He's gone 146,000 miles (still going), and while he doesn't need any major maintenance, the compressor is shot … --- ## [Which mercedes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-mercedes/46605)
**Author:** [@michaelepstein.mac](https://community.cartalk.com/u/michaelepstein.mac)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2010, 3:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-mercedes/46605 "2010-03-25T15:47:57Z")
i'd like to get a mercedes and wonder whether i'd be better off with a new C350 or a 2007 E350 - my criteria are - quality, fun to drive speed, handling - value in that order - i don't put on much mileage so that is … --- ## [Negotiating for a car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/negotiating-for-a-car/46572)
**Author:** [@bellaruse](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bellaruse)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2010, 3:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/negotiating-for-a-car/46572 "2010-03-25T15:33:49Z")
We found a car we like. What is the best approach for negotiating. We test drove the car. Now we plan to have it looked at by a mechanic and get a carfax report. At what point should we make an offer? Some folks just wai… --- ## [Should I or NOT Buy 98-2000 Car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-or-not-buy-98-2000-car/46540)
**Author:** [@hockmasm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/hockmasm)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2010, 1:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-or-not-buy-98-2000-car/46540 "2010-03-25T01:18:40Z")
Found a great deal on a 1998 Accord with 81,00 miles. Also found a 1999 Camry with 71,000 miles. Just worried if 11-12 years is too old to buy used. Both cars have great reviews of going 200,000 plus miles. Wha… --- ## [Is there an energy efficient station wagon?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-an-energy-efficient-station-wagon/46544)
**Author:** [@lmax1428](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lmax1428)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2010, 1:01am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-there-an-energy-efficient-station-wagon/46544 "2010-03-25T01:01:20Z")
I have three big dogs and a 6 yr old grandchild. The dogs travel with me most of the time, and occasionally all need to fit in the car. The only vehicle I have found that does this comfortably is a station wagon. I am… --- ## [Volvo XC-60 vs. Mercedes GLK](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc-60-vs-mercedes-glk/46461)
**Author:** [@workingmom3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/workingmom3)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2010, 7:49pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-xc-60-vs-mercedes-glk/46461 "2010-03-23T19:49:08Z")
I am a working mom of three kids about to trade my 2006 Volvo in for a new SUV. I have narrowed it down to the Volvo XC-60 and the Mercedes GLK. From a driving perspective, I much prefer the Mercedes GLK but hav… --- ## [Opinons on coasting with the clutch engaged or no . . .?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinons-on-coasting-with-the-clutch-engaged-or-no/46501)
**Author:** [@cmonkey272](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cmonkey272)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2010, 7:42pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/opinons-on-coasting-with-the-clutch-engaged-or-no/46501 "2010-03-23T19:42:14Z")
My family and I have been going back and forth about this for a bit . . . we need some outside opinions! What is better for the clutch . . . The though is that when you go to coast, you engage the clutch, shif… --- ## [When is 40=42?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-40-42/46388)
**Author:** [@davedandurand](https://community.cartalk.com/u/davedandurand)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2010, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/when-is-40-42/46388 "2010-03-23T19:30:40Z")
While driving my '02 Honda 40 mph on the way home the other night, I was passed by a newer Honda, also going 40 mph. I could tell he was going 40 by the giant glowing numbers on his dashboard. I increased my speed to m… --- ## [All wheel drive](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive/46436)
**Author:** [@wingman1228](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wingman1228)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2010, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/all-wheel-drive/46436 "2010-03-23T17:04:07Z")
what is the difference between all wheel drive and four wheel drive --- ## [What to buy?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy/46419)
**Author:** [@bneholland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bneholland)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2010, 5:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-to-buy/46419 "2010-03-23T17:01:22Z")
Just sold my 2001 VWPassat. My husband and I have a 2010 Honda CRV small SUV. We live in Maine. For our second car, we don't know what to get - maybe something fun but with good gas mileage? What do you suggest? Elle… --- ## [1964 Toyota FJ40](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1964-toyota-fj40/46387)
**Author:** [@lynnem](https://community.cartalk.com/u/lynnem)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2010, 2:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1964-toyota-fj40/46387 "2010-03-23T02:41:48Z")
My husband may be having a midlife crisis and wants to buy a restored one of these. Is it truly that cool? --- ## [Which Car to Sell](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-to-sell/46465)
**Author:** [@Dougm1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Dougm1)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2010, 9:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/which-car-to-sell/46465 "2010-03-22T21:20:58Z")
I want to sell a car. Should I sell the 2001 Volvo S80 with 187,000 miles or the 2004 Pontiac Vibe with 135,000 miles. The Volvo needs shocks and 2 tires. I live in a rural area and have to drive a lot, so its all road m… --- ## [Unexpected acceleration](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-acceleration/46448)
**Author:** [@ejnotar](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ejnotar)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2010, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/unexpected-acceleration/46448 "2010-03-22T13:37:10Z")
Dear Tom & Ray: I?ve been reading lately about cars accelerating unexpectedly. There have been claims about different manufacturers, but it?s been difficult to replicate the problem. I?ve noted a similar probl… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=443) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=445)