# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=453 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 454 --- ## [Storage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storage/43051)
**Author:** [@slickricky](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slickricky)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 6:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/storage/43051 "2010-01-23T18:14:33Z")
I have a 325i BMW 2001 and it has been in storage over 18 months. What forseeable problems will there be upoon removing the BMW out of long term storage? --- ## [New car purchase recommendation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-purchase-recommendation/42996)
**Author:** [@Cec\_Platt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cec_Platt)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 6:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-car-purchase-recommendation/42996 "2010-01-23T18:09:45Z")
Currently drive a 1995 Integra coupe LS, great reliable, fun auto-looking for perhaps mazda 3 or Civic... VW GTI is a possible choice but I am concerned about reliability, any comments or other cars that I might consider… --- ## [A Checkered History](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-checkered-history/43070)
**Author:** [@yotaguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/yotaguy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-checkered-history/43070 "2010-01-23T16:07:33Z")
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 … --- ## [Horrid Road Trip (AKA why I don't do it myself, part II)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrid-road-trip-aka-why-i-dont-do-it-myself-part-ii/42939)
**Author:** [@Scrabbler](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Scrabbler)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 3:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/horrid-road-trip-aka-why-i-dont-do-it-myself-part-ii/42939 "2010-01-23T15:31:17Z")
Not a question, but a narrative. Go to a Scrabble tournament this weekend in Reno meaning, for me, up the I-80 over Donner pass. Going to use Spikes Spiders instead of chains (my car doesn't take chains), so put the hu… --- ## [Car for college](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-college/42506)
**Author:** [@kurtzk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtzk)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 10:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-college/42506 "2010-01-23T10:20:23Z")
Kid going to college in very wet region. Thinking subaru, but they are expensive. Good suggestions for reliable, low maint car on wet roads? --- ## [Quick Used Car Buying Questions](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quick-used-car-buying-questions/42989)
**Author:** [@jpall11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jpall11)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 10:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/quick-used-car-buying-questions/42989 "2010-01-23T10:08:14Z")
Hi, I may have to fast track a used car purchase tomorrow as I found a great deal. It's been a long time and it occurred to me I'm not sure of the process. There's a shop next to where the owner lives that service… --- ## [LED Car Alarm Light and Battery Drain](https://community.cartalk.com/t/led-car-alarm-light-and-battery-drain/42967)
**Author:** [@tobinator](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tobinator)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2010, 3:57am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/led-car-alarm-light-and-battery-drain/42967 "2010-01-23T03:57:16Z")
I am leaving on a six week vacation and am hesitant to activate the alarm as the LED light on the dash will be blinking for six weeks and could wear down the battery---or is the battery drain from an LED so weak that I… --- ## [Dealer prices lower than blue book?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-prices-lower-than-blue-book/43036)
**Author:** [@jpall11](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jpall11)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2010, 11:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dealer-prices-lower-than-blue-book/43036 "2010-01-22T23:35:00Z")
Hi all, I expanded my search for a used Forester to dealers because there are so many where I live--very popular. AND I'm seeing some deals. Doing my homework and asking all the right questions as well as doin… --- ## [Run-away cars, my experience](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-away-cars-my-experience/43016)
**Author:** [@William\_Bassett](https://community.cartalk.com/u/William_Bassett)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2010, 8:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/run-away-cars-my-experience/43016 "2010-01-22T20:33:36Z")
RUN-AWAY CARS, I think I might have the answer - not stuck pedals, not floor mats - catalytic converters do it! Several years ago I was driving my Subaru when the engine started to race. I put it in neutral, pulled ove… --- ## [1990 ford tempo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ford-tempo/42987)
**Author:** [@jta333](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jta333)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2010, 5:04pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1990-ford-tempo/42987 "2010-01-22T17:04:52Z")
My 1990 tempo started to wander all over the road, when i let up on the gas pedal fast the car pulls to the left. --- ## [The Alpena](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-alpena/42998)
**Author:** [@Docb969](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Docb969)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2010, 2:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-alpena/42998 "2010-01-22T14:34:08Z")
I am trying to find any information on a car manufactured in Alpena, MI., named the Alpena According to the Clark Library in Alpena. There was a manufacturer that did make a car called the Alpena. But there are no pictur… --- ## [Thanks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks/42932)
**Author:** [@Ronny\_Speir](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ronny_Speir)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 22, 2010, 4:22am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/thanks/42932 "2010-01-22T04:22:05Z")
I want to thank ever one you you who helped with my smog question concerning my corolla and getting it smoged here in california oil change, filter ect.and making so sure the car was warmed up (very important) thank you … --- ## [2008 Miata -- I can't part with it](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-miata-i-cant-part-with-it/42465)
**Author:** [@Ilove2wax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ilove2wax)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2010, 2:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-miata-i-cant-part-with-it/42465 "2010-01-21T02:29:50Z")
In October I bought an Infiniti G37x because my Miata started to be impractical for the driving I am doing now. The dealer offered a ridiculous price for the Miata so I kept it. It is a 2008, 6300 miles and immaculate. I… --- ## [Replacing a Volvo? Keep it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-volvo-keep-it/42898)
**Author:** [@kbok94](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kbok94)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 21, 2010, 2:24am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/replacing-a-volvo-keep-it/42898 "2010-01-21T02:24:29Z")
I'm the original owner, its got 208k on it and runs great. Had a new transmission in at 90k miles. Keep it longer or time to cash out? I'm looking at a used 2007 Infiniti G35X or New Honda Accord Coupe (better gas mileag… --- ## [Parts on a 1994 dodge intrepid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-on-a-1994-dodge-intrepid/42884)
**Author:** [@mikee0918](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mikee0918)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2010, 5:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parts-on-a-1994-dodge-intrepid/42884 "2010-01-20T17:35:03Z")
i heard that the parts from a eagle vision or a chrysler concord are interchangeable with my 94 intrepid if so what parts ie... head lghts,turn lghts,fendres --- ## [Your opinion please: fix the 93 camry or get a newer car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/your-opinion-please-fix-the-93-camry-or-get-a-newer-car/42628)
**Author:** [@Schmidi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Schmidi)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 19, 2010, 6:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/your-opinion-please-fix-the-93-camry-or-get-a-newer-car/42628 "2010-01-19T18:43:16Z")
Hi all, I own a 93 Camry V6 wagon with 137k miles (pretty low for a 17 yo car). Runs quite well, but needs power steering and coolant topped off 1-2x per month. I have done zero maintenance except for routine oil changes… --- ## [Tire chains](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-chains/42728)
**Author:** [@laurish](https://community.cartalk.com/u/laurish)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2010, 4:11pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-chains/42728 "2010-01-18T16:11:21Z")
thoughts regarding use of chains on 1198 subaru forrester AWD... i don't live in a snow laden area, yet frequent areas of snow; snow chains on all wheels, only two.... --- ## [Toyota Airbag Light](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-airbag-light/42776)
**Author:** [@DonnaJ](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DonnaJ)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2010, 4:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-airbag-light/42776 "2010-01-18T16:10:23Z")
I am having problems with my airbag light coming on and staying on at times. Then it acts normal. I had it checked out by the dealership and they couldn't find anything wrong, short of tearing the car apart. They couldn'… --- ## [Vehicle to accomodate Dad's injured leg](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-to-accomodate-dads-injured-leg/42703)
**Author:** [@kat784](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kat784)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 18, 2010, 9:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vehicle-to-accomodate-dads-injured-leg/42703 "2010-01-18T09:26:40Z")
We need to find a vehicle that will allow my father to keep his left leg straight and elevated in front of him while we drive him to work, medical appointments, etc. We are willing to adjust interior of the vehicle if n… --- ## [Fix/upgrade or rental truck and towed?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-upgrade-or-rental-truck-and-towed/42235)
**Author:** [@willmoe84](https://community.cartalk.com/u/willmoe84)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2010, 5:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fix-upgrade-or-rental-truck-and-towed/42235 "2010-01-17T17:19:51Z")
In a few months I am going to be making a 1,000 mile move. I made this move, in reverse, about 18 months ago but there were numerous issues. Most of the issue have been fixed, but one remains...rear suspension and size o… --- ## [Don't buy a Saab](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-buy-a-saab/40942)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 52\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2010, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dont-buy-a-saab/40942 "2010-01-17T04:26:18Z")
They're dead. GM announced yesterday that the only prospective buyer, Spyker of the Netherlands, pulled out of negotiations. They did not say when they will cease production. Beijing Autos said that they are intereste… --- ## [The Battle with The Insurance Company](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-battle-with-the-insurance-company/34363)
**Author:** [@ms\_shak](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ms_shak)\ **Replies:** 21\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2010, 2:58am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-battle-with-the-insurance-company/34363 "2010-01-17T02:58:13Z")
My fiancee and I need advice ASAP! Back in March, my fiancee was a victim of a car accident that total only the left side of the car. Well the other party insurance company was happily willing to repair the car and reimb… --- ## [2001 Saturn vs. Chevy Malibu](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-saturn-vs-chevy-malibu/41996)
**Author:** [@jtriplehorn](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtriplehorn)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2010, 3:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-saturn-vs-chevy-malibu/41996 "2010-01-15T15:25:45Z")
My husband and I own a 2001 Saturn with 130,000 miles which has never given us any trouble. Due to the death of a great uncle and aunt we've been offered a 2001 Chevy Malibu with 40,000 miles. We also have a new baby a… --- ## [Best Used Minivan under $10K?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-minivan-under-10k/42455)
**Author:** [@CookieInPa](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CookieInPa)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2010, 2:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-used-minivan-under-10k/42455 "2010-01-15T02:37:08Z")
Looking for a used minivan on a budget, to replace 1997 Mercury Villager. Can't spend more than $10,000, so Toyota Sienna & Honda Odyssey not options. Have checked loads of reviews and nothing seems to get good across-th… --- ## [Son Wants a 1996 Bronco. Should we?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/son-wants-a-1996-bronco-should-we/42577)
**Author:** [@cjspringer1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cjspringer1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2010, 2:16am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/son-wants-a-1996-bronco-should-we/42577 "2010-01-15T02:16:12Z")
We don't know anything about these cars. It's a V8. Are they safe? Are they reliable? I assume the gas milage is lousy, but how lousy? --- ## [Shipping a leased car long distance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shipping-a-leased-car-long-distance/42561)
**Author:** [@rachaelsophialowe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rachaelsophialowe)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2010, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/shipping-a-leased-car-long-distance/42561 "2010-01-14T23:10:35Z")
I am considering moving from California to Chicago. I leased a Toyota Yaris a year and a half ago when I got to California (3 year lease) and am trying to decide whether it is best to drive it cross country and accumulat… --- ## [Yep, I can't even edit my old posts](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yep-i-cant-even-edit-my-old-posts/42522)
**Author:** [@Whitey](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Whitey)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2010, 4:41am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yep-i-cant-even-edit-my-old-posts/42522 "2010-01-14T04:41:48Z")
Hello? Are any of the web lackeys present today? It's been acting this way for a while now. --- ## [Yes, site it down for me too](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yes-site-it-down-for-me-too/42520)
**Author:** [@twotone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/twotone)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2010, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/yes-site-it-down-for-me-too/42520 "2010-01-14T04:38:53Z")
not able to respond to posts. Twotone --- ## [So is the site dead or is it just me](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-is-the-site-dead-or-is-it-just-me/42518)
**Author:** [@cigroller](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cigroller)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2010, 4:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/so-is-the-site-dead-or-is-it-just-me/42518 "2010-01-14T04:13:57Z")
I hit the reply button and nothing happens. I see a long list of posts with zero responses, so I'm thinking - oh, maybe its not just me. Of course, this post is a waste of time since if I am right no one can re… --- ## [Car for college](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-college/42507)
**Author:** [@kurtzk](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kurtzk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2010, 2:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-for-college/42507 "2010-01-14T02:50:40Z")
Kid going to college in very wet region. Thinking subaru, but they are expensive. Good suggestions for reliable, low maint car on wet roads? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=452) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=454)