# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=472 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 473 --- ## [2009 Honda Fit](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-fit/35002)
**Author:** [@guten8](https://community.cartalk.com/u/guten8)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [August 15, 2009, 2:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-honda-fit/35002 "2009-08-15T02:14:23Z")
I just bought a 2009 Honda Fit Sport without navigation. (There wasn't a model with navigation immediately available, and I thought the wait and extra cost weren't worth it for a feature you can get elsewhere. Needed a… --- ## [Is it worth it to stick it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-it-to-stick-it/35014)
**Author:** [@bbrunelle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bbrunelle)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2009, 10:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-worth-it-to-stick-it/35014 "2009-08-14T22:35:03Z")
My husband and I recently purchased a 2003 Saab 9-3 for our 2 teenagers to drive. The car officially belongs to my husband and myself, but the kids are the primary drivers and contribute $ for gas, cleaning, & insurance… --- ## [Reliabiltiy/maintenance of VW vs Mazda](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliabiltiy-maintenance-of-vw-vs-mazda/34996)
**Author:** [@cheech000](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cheech000)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2009, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliabiltiy-maintenance-of-vw-vs-mazda/34996 "2009-08-14T12:43:49Z")
I'm looking at possibly getting a VW rabbit or a Mazda3 hatchback. From what I have seen they both get comparable reviews but regarding reliability it has been hard to find. I know it's difficult to predict but CR … --- ## [How I bought my First Ever new truck w/ Cash for Clunkers](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-i-bought-my-first-ever-new-truck-w-cash-for-clunkers/34933)
**Author:** [@jester98632](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jester98632)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2009, 4:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-i-bought-my-first-ever-new-truck-w-cash-for-clunkers/34933 "2009-08-14T04:53:43Z")
I've never owned a new vehicle, my 1985 chevrolet 1/2 ton was past it's prime. With cash for clunkers, I knew this was my time. I thought I wanted a Dodge, I went to my local dealer, I explained to the salesman my … --- ## [Nissan cube - Do I want it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-cube-do-i-want-it/35009)
**Author:** [@nicolexanna](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nicolexanna)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2009, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nissan-cube-do-i-want-it/35009 "2009-08-13T18:16:17Z")
Ok so my old Volvo qualifies for Cash for Clunkers, and the $4,500.00 I'll get off a new car is way more than I would get otherwise. I'm seriously considering a Nissan cube, but since it's fairly new, I have little infor… --- ## [Should Congress add funding to Cash for Clunkers?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-congress-add-funding-to-cash-for-clunkers/34284)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 101\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2009, 5:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/should-congress-add-funding-to-cash-for-clunkers/34284 "2009-08-13T17:14:39Z")
As you might have heard, the federal government's Cash for Clunkers program has run out of money-- mere days after getting launched. It's proven far more successful than legislators anticipated. The program is desig… --- ## [Parallel parking aid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parallel-parking-aid/34959)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2009, 1:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/parallel-parking-aid/34959 "2009-08-13T13:37:04Z")
3 wheel steering: http://www...1249797076 --- ## [IH Scout Diesel](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ih-scout-diesel/33588)
**Author:** [@cellojeff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cellojeff)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2009, 5:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ih-scout-diesel/33588 "2009-08-13T05:18:13Z")
I am thinking of purchasing a Scout with the Nissan turbo diesel. Is this a good or bad idea? I love the vehicles and have always wanted one, but it has to be ultra reliable. Any thought are welcome. --- ## [My Jerky Aerostar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-jerky-aerostar/34929)
**Author:** [@valoister](https://community.cartalk.com/u/valoister)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [August 13, 2009, 1:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-jerky-aerostar/34929 "2009-08-13T01:00:55Z")
When I drive my 93 Aerostar in overdrive and I start up a hill or decelerate, my truck jerks. It only doe's it in overdrive, the speedo doesn't fluctuate but the check engine light is flashing. It only stays on for a min… --- ## [Looking for a car with a view](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-car-with-a-view/33846)
**Author:** [@sittinghigh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sittinghigh)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2009, 10:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-car-with-a-view/33846 "2009-08-12T22:02:46Z")
I have an SUV and enjoy sitting a bit higher but would like to buy a sedan next time. Is thier a sedan that sits a bit higher than others that usually sit quite low with limited view? Thanks --- ## [Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/34874)
**Author:** [@shootie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/shootie)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2009, 1:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid/34874 "2009-08-12T01:39:03Z")
why is it i can go to all the car lots and can't find a hybrid?I want a honda acord but i cant find one!arrrrrrrrrrh@###\*\*&there hiding all the good cars so they can sell those gas hogs!!!! --- ## [Homemade air intake](https://community.cartalk.com/t/homemade-air-intake/34480)
**Author:** [@clutch777](https://community.cartalk.com/u/clutch777)\ **Replies:** 37\ **Last updated:** [August 12, 2009, 12:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/homemade-air-intake/34480 "2009-08-12T00:23:35Z")
Hi everyone, I'm new here, and I was wondering... I have found many videos and instructions on the internet on how to make a cold air ram intake for your car. I was wondering if it is safe to make your own intake for … --- ## [Clunker Death Solution](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunker-death-solution/34542)
**Author:** [@Caddyman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Caddyman)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2009, 11:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/clunker-death-solution/34542 "2009-08-11T23:13:42Z")
Sodium silicate is the designated agent of death for cars surrendered under the federal cash-for-clunkers program. To receive government reimbursement, auto dealers who offer rebates on new cars in exchange for so-calle… --- ## [Etiquette for turn lanes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/etiquette-for-turn-lanes/34871)
**Author:** [@ablinda](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ablinda)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [August 11, 2009, 10:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/etiquette-for-turn-lanes/34871 "2009-08-11T22:12:44Z")
When I am going to make a turn via a turn lane, if the turn lane is long enough I enter the lane, then slow down. However, I see most drivers slow down, then enter the lane. Which is correct? My rationale is that the … --- ## [The Car Owners Manual You Really Need](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-car-owners-manual-you-really-need/34853)
**Author:** [@montana1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/montana1)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/the-car-owners-manual-you-really-need/34853 "2009-08-10T19:23:31Z")
This is an incredible new tell all book about Automotive Dealership Service Departments. You owe it to yourself to read this. It is easy reading for all car owners. Weather your car is under warranty or not. It is fi… --- ## [Buy new or used?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-new-or-used/34657)
**Author:** [@louann54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/louann54)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 2:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-new-or-used/34657 "2009-08-10T14:25:09Z")
my daughter in college needs a car. we have $5000.00 she drives back and forth in winter, etc. should we buy an old honda, toyota or such (which will need repairs)...OR buy a new reliable 0% dwn 0% financing car, put the… --- ## [What station in Metro NYC and New Jersey?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-station-in-metro-nyc-and-new-jersey/34821)
**Author:** [@jack\_smith1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jack_smith1)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 12:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-station-in-metro-nyc-and-new-jersey/34821 "2009-08-10T12:43:13Z")
What FM station (and when) is Car Talk on in the metro NYC / northern New Jersey area? Thanks! --- ## [Pass inspection or refund](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pass-inspection-or-refund/34746)
**Author:** [@razor6267](https://community.cartalk.com/u/razor6267)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 5:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/pass-inspection-or-refund/34746 "2009-08-10T05:37:43Z")
If i was to buy a used car from a dealer and it dose'nt pass inspection, Should the dealer refund my money back by law. --- ## [Does gasoline go bad?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-gasoline-go-bad/34816)
**Author:** [@jonroscoe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jonroscoe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 4:59am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/does-gasoline-go-bad/34816 "2009-08-10T04:59:44Z")
I have an emergency cache of gasoline - regular octane stored in 5-gal plastic jerry cans. It's probably 10 or 12 years old. I've heard a rumor that gasoline "goes bad" after some period of time. Is this true? Can I … --- ## [Selling a car when bank owns the title](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-when-bank-owns-the-title/34759)
**Author:** [@maryboo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/maryboo)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-when-bank-owns-the-title/34759 "2009-08-10T04:49:29Z")
I have a gas-hog 2002 Nissan Xterra that I still owe money one. I want to sell it but I have no idea how I sell a car when the bank holds the title. Can someone give me advice about this? --- ## [Smell inside car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smell-inside-car/34780)
**Author:** [@elsonmw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elsonmw)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 10, 2009, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smell-inside-car/34780 "2009-08-10T00:05:14Z")
Can someone tell me why my daughters car smeels like a crayon on the inside? It is a 2002 VW Jetta. Thanks --- ## [Help me find a car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-find-a-car/34732)
**Author:** [@bikeamericagirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bikeamericagirl)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2009, 5:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-find-a-car/34732 "2009-08-09T17:36:59Z")
Help! We live on an island in Alaska and we've been looking for the right vehicle for about 6 years. My husband abhors shopping for cars, so the task is totally mine. Our current vehicle, a 1993 Ford Explorer with 197K+ … --- ## [What are the best tabletop or boombox type hybrid digital HD radios?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-best-tabletop-or-boombox-type-hybrid-digital-hd-radios/34738)
**Author:** [@don\_warner\_saklad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/don_warner_saklad)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2009, 4:13pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-are-the-best-tabletop-or-boombox-type-hybrid-digital-hd-radios/34738 "2009-08-09T16:13:55Z")
What are the best tabletop or boombox type hybrid digital HD radios?... --- ## [Buying a ScanGaugeII tool](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-scangaugeii-tool/34733)
**Author:** [@Z69105](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Z69105)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2009, 2:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buying-a-scangaugeii-tool/34733 "2009-08-09T14:02:43Z")
I just purchased a Scan Gauge II from thinkgeek.com, and found it to be very interesting. I would like to know if anyone else has one installed and uses it regularly. --- ## [Selling a car with no plates or insurance](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-with-no-plates-or-insurance/34600)
**Author:** [@RichieRich](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RichieRich)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2009, 3:56am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/selling-a-car-with-no-plates-or-insurance/34600 "2009-08-09T03:56:10Z")
Earlier this year we got a great deal on a lease of a new car. We already had two. We planned to sell the one that was most problematic. Because we had a lot on our plate at the time and knew that we wouldn't be able t… --- ## [Subaru Impreza/Forester vs Suzuki SX4 vs '96 Bronco](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-impreza-forester-vs-suzuki-sx4-vs-96-bronco/34701)
**Author:** [@jeffzekas](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jeffzekas)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [August 9, 2009, 12:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/subaru-impreza-forester-vs-suzuki-sx4-vs-96-bronco/34701 "2009-08-09T00:02:37Z")
With the CARS program as incentive, I am considering trading in my '96 Bronco with 175,000 miles for either a new Subie Impreza or Forester, or a Suzuki SX4 Touring. We love our current Subie, and know nothing about Suzu… --- ## [2nd gear](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2nd-gear/34654)
**Author:** [@snoutly](https://community.cartalk.com/u/snoutly)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2009, 12:25pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2nd-gear/34654 "2009-08-08T12:25:43Z")
when i drive my car when it has not been driven for a few hours its crunching into 2nd gear but after 10mins of driving its ok --- ## [2003 Chevy Suburban Speedometer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-suburban-speedometer/30147)
**Author:** [@groman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/groman)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2009, 6:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-chevy-suburban-speedometer/30147 "2009-08-08T06:06:17Z")
My suburban's speedometer stopped working, the odometer continues to count the miles, but the speedometer does not work, it is stuck at a number or at the bottom "0" Do I need a new dashboard console or is there anothe… --- ## [Ford f250](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f250/34672)
**Author:** [@seetumail](https://community.cartalk.com/u/seetumail)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2009, 4:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-f250/34672 "2009-08-08T04:38:50Z")
The all-new 2010 Ford Super Duty truck line consists of the Ford F-250 and F-350 models. Possilby one of the toughest trucks money can buy, both lines offer the same four trim levels: Whats New with the F250? In its th… --- ## [1985 Toyota Celica GT-S](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-toyota-celica-gt-s/34670)
**Author:** [@samsan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/samsan)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 8, 2009, 4:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1985-toyota-celica-gt-s/34670 "2009-08-08T04:35:24Z")
If I want to sell my Toyota Celica GT-S (it has under 115,000 miles on it), what is the best way to do this? I would like it to go to someone who would appreciate this special vehicle, and perhaps even want to restore i… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=471) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=473)