# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=452 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 453 --- ## [Resale value of recalled Toyotas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resale-value-of-recalled-toyotas/43611)
**Author:** [@bga121](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bga121)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 3:33am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/resale-value-of-recalled-toyotas/43611 "2010-02-02T03:33:10Z")
I bought a Toyota Avalon because of the high resale value. I don't think it is right that now we, as owners, will have to take a financial loss due to Toyota's negligence. I know that getting a fair price for the recall… --- ## [Towing Vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-vehicle/43451)
**Author:** [@mjd46148](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjd46148)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 3:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/towing-vehicle/43451 "2010-02-02T03:05:45Z")
I am wondering if anyone can advise on a good towing vehicle for Travel Trailers. We have a 7.5k lb trailer. I have been looking at Excursions and 2500/F250 with Turbo Diesel engines. I am wondering if there is anythi… --- ## [Recent Model Honda Element (or CRV) - Questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recent-model-honda-element-or-crv-questions/43660)
**Author:** [@nico1et](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nico1et)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 2, 2010, 12:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recent-model-honda-element-or-crv-questions/43660 "2010-02-02T00:50:01Z")
\[sorry - this question ended up in the repair area since I forgot to change the pull-down option, so I'm repeating here\] I'm considering buying a new Honda Element (or possibly a CRV) - would like some information f… --- ## [Dog barrier for a Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dog-barrier-for-a-prius/43560)
**Author:** [@bobbieesol1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobbieesol1)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2010, 7:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dog-barrier-for-a-prius/43560 "2010-02-01T19:26:51Z")
all the metal dog barriers I've seen have been for SUVs and don't fit my Prius. Any suggestions would be greatly appleciated. Thanks! --- ## [What's that song](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-that-song/40055)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2010, 4:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/whats-that-song/40055 "2010-02-01T04:27:39Z")
What is that song used in the background of the Chrysler 300 commercial? Who is the artist? --- ## [Repos t towing my Prius](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repos-t-towing-my-prius/43561)
**Author:** [@bobbieesol1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bobbieesol1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 1, 2010, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repos-t-towing-my-prius/43561 "2010-02-01T02:17:56Z")
does anyone know if towing my Prius from MD to New England behind a rental truck will damage my car? Any suggests or help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! --- ## [Looking for used SUV/Hatchback](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552)
**Author:** [@ScottR](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ScottR)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2010, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-used-suv-hatchback/43552 "2010-01-31T19:33:59Z")
I currently have an 06 PT Cruiser that I use primarily for transporting my dogs (G. Shepherd and Bulldog) and shopping. I removed the back seats for more room. I'd like an upgrade in terms of performance, safety, ameniti… --- ## [Would still you buy a Toyota?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-still-you-buy-a-toyota/43369)
**Author:** [@Frida76](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Frida76)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2010, 4:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-still-you-buy-a-toyota/43369 "2010-01-31T16:08:40Z")
Help. I was scheduled to take possession of my new 2010 Toyota Matrix next week, but but now am on hold to take delivery until this recall is rectified. I don't know if I should stick with the Matrix or not, I really li… --- ## [Transmission v. Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-v-brakes/43421)
**Author:** [@afk1128](https://community.cartalk.com/u/afk1128)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2010, 2:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-v-brakes/43421 "2010-01-31T14:38:15Z")
For some sixty hears I have always used the gearshift, both manual and auto transmissions, to downshift at reasonable speeds thus save the brakes and improve control somewhat. Friend of mine says this practice is no goo… --- ## [Fuel efficiency](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-efficiency/41377)
**Author:** [@charlie\_the\_hawk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charlie_the_hawk)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2010, 12:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-efficiency/41377 "2010-01-31T12:31:31Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Ram 1500 quad HEMI. 1-leaving the tail gate increase fuel efficiency? 2- Does covering the load area with a shell or canvas/plastic cover reduce air friction and increase mileage --- ## [Dear Web Lackeys: A suggestion for what I would like](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dear-web-lackeys-a-suggestion-for-what-i-would-like/43439)
**Author:** [@waterboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waterboy)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2010, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dear-web-lackeys-a-suggestion-for-what-i-would-like/43439 "2010-01-31T00:18:09Z")
The links for topic index and recent discussions at the bottom of the page also so I do not have to waste the few seconds of my life I will never get back scrolling to the top --- ## [Turbine engines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbine-engines/43010)
**Author:** [@charlesleoni1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/charlesleoni1)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2010, 5:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/turbine-engines/43010 "2010-01-30T17:21:46Z")
In the 50's and 60's there was some interest with car manufacturers to experiment with turbine engines. They soon dropped them as there were acceleration problems. Hybrid cars that use electric motors as the main motive… --- ## [Brakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes/43215)
**Author:** [@johnsmazda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnsmazda)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 30, 2010, 4:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/brakes/43215 "2010-01-30T16:09:49Z")
Hi I just put new brakes, disks and rotors on the rear of my 2000 mazda 626 v6. I have bled it all out and can not get the e brake to work properley. Are there any other adjustments on the calipers? I have also adjust… --- ## [Toyota Gas Pedal Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-gas-pedal-problem/43427)
**Author:** [@Mary011](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Mary011)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2010, 10:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-gas-pedal-problem/43427 "2010-01-29T22:32:13Z")
Have 2004 Avalon and wonder why Toyota Avalon models earlier than 2005 are not affected by recall? Different gas pedal supplier at that time? Different gas pedal design? --- ## [CVT's](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cvts/43364)
**Author:** [@rockstar07](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rockstar07)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2010, 9:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cvts/43364 "2010-01-29T09:30:42Z")
What do you all think of them? I recently drove a Mercury Montego equipped with one and hated it. I'm not too sure it's something I'd get used to. Although the car had decent power, it seemed like driving a golf ca… --- ## [Rezv 1000](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rezv-1000/43401)
**Author:** [@johansdel](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johansdel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 29, 2010, 6:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/rezv-1000/43401 "2010-01-29T06:00:14Z")
Rezv 1000 I found supplements that had some of the key ingredients individually, but I couldn't find anything that had more than two of them together. Some supplements had Resveratrol and EGCG, but no supplements also … --- ## [Call it Saab or Phoenix?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/call-it-saab-or-phoenix/43293)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2010, 11:01pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/call-it-saab-or-phoenix/43293 "2010-01-27T23:01:38Z")
Saab is risen! GM decided to sell Saab to Spyker after all. GM bets $74M up front and $326M in stock. The deal is contingent on a $563M loan from the European Investment Bank. Does this mean I'll be able to buy a Spy… --- ## [A Mercedes, a Bug, and a couple of Toyotas](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-mercedes-a-bug-and-a-couple-of-toyotas/43319)
**Author:** [@Ruth\_Y](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ruth_Y)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2010, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-mercedes-a-bug-and-a-couple-of-toyotas/43319 "2010-01-27T18:47:03Z")
My dad is looking to buy a new car and would like to sell his current car for the blue book value to one of his three kids. We need help determining which one of us is most in need of this car, or if we are better off wi… --- ## [What do I do with the recalled Toyota I bought a month ago?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-i-do-with-the-recalled-toyota-i-bought-a-month-ago/43292)
**Author:** [@confu32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/confu32)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2010, 5:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-do-i-do-with-the-recalled-toyota-i-bought-a-month-ago/43292 "2010-01-27T17:13:37Z")
News reports state Toyota is suspending sales on the 8 recalled models. I bought a 2010 Rav a month ago and want a refund!!! I definately would not have purchased it if I knew what was coming! Any chance this ever happ… --- ## [A Checkered History](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-checkered-history/43069)
**Author:** [@yotaguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yotaguy)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2010, 2:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-checkered-history/43069 "2010-01-27T14:12:20Z")
Regarding today's (1/23/10) puzzler answer (which I got right, by the way), I thought that I would send along the following image from a 1950 Checker sales brochure disputing the comment that they never sold cars to the … --- ## [Best used pickup truck](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-pickup-truck/42837)
**Author:** [@JFG](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JFG)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2010, 12:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-pickup-truck/42837 "2010-01-27T00:20:28Z")
I am 60 and would like to buy a good used AMERICAN pickup to use as an RV part of the year. It needs to be reliable so it doesn't break down far from home. My first preference is a Toyota but I have limited funds and won… --- ## [Finding the right buyer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-the-right-buyer/43237)
**Author:** [@moebonehead](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moebonehead)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2010, 9:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-the-right-buyer/43237 "2010-01-26T21:52:53Z")
How do I find someone who would be interested in fixing and using/selling a 94 Toyota Celica GT (2.2L) that I have driven since 94 (218K miles)? For the right buyer, it would be a great car. I live in rural central GA (… --- ## [Car Titles! HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-titles-help/43187)
**Author:** [@cartel40a](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cartel40a)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2010, 5:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-titles-help/43187 "2010-01-26T17:06:28Z")
I got married, then moved to NC and now I need to register my car in NC. However, before I can do this the DMV said I need to change my last name on my car title (that I don't own yet) and have Toyota send them a copy of… --- ## [Buying a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car/43209)
**Author:** [@rjmarder](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rjmarder)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2010, 4:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-used-car/43209 "2010-01-26T16:32:28Z")
We are looking to spend $5,000 to $7,000. Which brands would you recommend. T --- ## [Owners of Recent Model Hyundai Tucson or Kia Sportage - Questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/owners-of-recent-model-hyundai-tucson-or-kia-sportage-questions/43259)
**Author:** [@nico1et](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nico1et)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 26, 2010, 3:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/owners-of-recent-model-hyundai-tucson-or-kia-sportage-questions/43259 "2010-01-26T15:11:26Z")
i'm in the market for a new vehicle, but budget is tight (tho i will be paying cash). i have a low mileage 2003 taurus as trade-in. i was considering going back to a truck (had a ford ranger for 10 years) due to the fact… --- ## [Keep or Trade In](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-trade-in/42983)
**Author:** [@Ripleyart](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ripleyart)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2010, 12:00pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/keep-or-trade-in/42983 "2010-01-25T12:00:45Z")
I have a 2006 Honda Civic Coupe with 85,000 miles. I commute 70+ miles a day. Car is good, no problems. I had heard on Car Talk recently that Tom and Ray reccomended a caller trade in her not-very-old-car as she commu… --- ## [Should I lease until more hybtids are available](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-lease-until-more-hybtids-are-available/43132)
**Author:** [@catsavers](https://community.cartalk.com/u/catsavers)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2010, 12:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-i-lease-until-more-hybtids-are-available/43132 "2010-01-25T00:52:23Z")
My CRV has over 200,000 miles on it. I would get another in a minute, but I am holding out for super mileage or a mini-ute hybrid from Honda. SHould I lease in the meantime? --- ## [Alternator failure](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-failure/43000)
**Author:** [@mrlemm](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mrlemm)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2010, 6:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/alternator-failure/43000 "2010-01-24T18:12:27Z")
The school owns five buses. Two traditional 'yellow' buses manufactured by Thomas and three 'minibuses' manufactured by Krystal Koach. All are diesel. They were not used over the Christmas Holiday (2 1/2 weeks). Upon … --- ## [Recommendations of cars](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations-of-cars/43091)
**Author:** [@dunnbv](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dunnbv)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 24, 2010, 1:36am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/recommendations-of-cars/43091 "2010-01-24T01:36:44Z")
Greetings ....we just were in an accident that totaled our PT cruiser so we are looking for another and would love your suggestions and why. We need a car that is good in the snow (we live in upstate NY) and is safe (we … --- ## [If I wanna stop this car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-i-wanna-stop-this-car/43025)
**Author:** [@driver001](https://community.cartalk.com/u/driver001)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 8:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/if-i-wanna-stop-this-car/43025 "2010-01-23T20:28:04Z")
I drive an older car and haven't had much experience with new push-button starters. But the publicity about the Toyota recalls has me worried. Apparently some drivers of runaway Toyotas with stuck gas pedals tried to tur… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=451) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=453)