# General Discussion **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=490 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 491 --- ## [How do I negotiate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-negotiate/26815)
**Author:** [@sandikay](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sandikay)\ **Replies:** 20\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-do-i-negotiate/26815 "2009-03-10T03:27:38Z")
I have NEVER bought a car. I will be paying cash for an Infiniti FX35 CPO. I have never even been inside a car dealership. I will have $25,000 in my purse. I want to get the very best price I can with this money from… --- ## [Nagging yellow check engine light on 2002 subaru forester](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nagging-yellow-check-engine-light-on-2002-subaru-forester/27525)
**Author:** [@mjsarko122](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mjsarko122)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 1:13am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/nagging-yellow-check-engine-light-on-2002-subaru-forester/27525 "2009-03-10T01:13:48Z")
This is my first subaru I love the car...besides this nagging yellow light...my finace has a 2004 subaru outback L.L. Bean edition and he has never had his check engine light go on. My check engine light is on more tha… --- ## [Hybrid electromagnetic fields](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-electromagnetic-fields/25826)
**Author:** [@janiszee](https://community.cartalk.com/u/janiszee)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2009, 1:07am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hybrid-electromagnetic-fields/25826 "2009-03-10T01:07:35Z")
How dangerous are electomagnetic fields in hybrids? Can't seem to get definitive information. Was seriously considering purchase of a Prius, but now not so sure. Thanks. --- ## [Mileage tax? Moron politicians at work again](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage-tax-moron-politicians-at-work-again/24259)
**Author:** [@keith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/keith)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 11:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mileage-tax-moron-politicians-at-work-again/24259 "2009-03-09T23:18:22Z")
The link below is an artical about Oregon considering a mileage tax instead of a gas tax, because some cars get too many miles per gallon. http://my....1877182042 They think the present system isn't working. I… --- ## [Puzzler](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler/25533)
**Author:** [@dgoldsbury](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dgoldsbury)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 10:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/puzzler/25533 "2009-03-09T22:44:12Z")
Did I hear you guys say that there were 2 U S Presidents that serv 2 non consecutive terms? I so I think you will find that so far Grover Cleveland was the only one who did. There were 2 Harrisons but they were a Grandfa… --- ## [Mini vs. Bunny](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-vs-bunny/27084)
**Author:** [@ms7pep](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ms7pep)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 5:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/mini-vs-bunny/27084 "2009-03-09T17:39:45Z")
Torn between Mini and VW Rabbit. Both cute but Mini is definitely higher on the cute-o-meter. Rabbit has better reliability rating than Mini but Mini has better mileage although Mini requires premium. Gal at dealership t… --- ## [Is AWD and/or 4WD SAFER in snow or ice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-awd-and-or-4wd-safer-in-snow-or-ice/26622)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_E\_Meehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_E_Meehan)\ **Replies:** 35\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 5:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-awd-and-or-4wd-safer-in-snow-or-ice/26622 "2009-03-09T17:32:34Z")
Lately we have had several threads that have had different opinions expressed about the safety of AWD and/or FWD in snow and ice. I an interested in both the opinions and any read data on the subject, but did not… --- ## [Automatiic car starters](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatiic-car-starters/27483)
**Author:** [@wingman1228](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wingman1228)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 9, 2009, 12:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/automatiic-car-starters/27483 "2009-03-09T00:53:42Z")
Can a car with an automatic car starter start prematurely --- ## [Is it a 2006 Yukon XL SLT or a Suburban LTZ?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-a-2006-yukon-xl-slt-or-a-suburban-ltz/26328)
**Author:** [@Brianin\_Amman](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Brianin_Amman)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2009, 10:19pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-it-a-2006-yukon-xl-slt-or-a-suburban-ltz/26328 "2009-03-08T22:19:52Z")
I am buying a car in Jordan. The car has 17kms on it, fully loaded in beautify condition, 3yrs/36,000 coverage. Problem is the VIN search comes back as a Yukon and not a Suburban. All external marking say Suburban. … --- ## [Do you REALLY need all that stuff EZ lube pushes on you?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-really-need-all-that-stuff-ez-lube-pushes-on-you/27210)
**Author:** [@faridzadeh](https://community.cartalk.com/u/faridzadeh)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2009, 7:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-you-really-need-all-that-stuff-ez-lube-pushes-on-you/27210 "2009-03-08T19:15:54Z")
I just got back from getting my oil change on my 2001 toyota corolla. I've barely driven it in the last years (5 of those months I was away and left my car to collect dust in the garage), so I simply forgot to get my oil… --- ## [New or Used](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-used/27356)
**Author:** [@relsloan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/relsloan)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 8:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/new-or-used/27356 "2009-03-07T20:23:03Z")
We want to get either a new or two year old car for around $20,000. We are considering a new subaru imprezza for around $18,000 or a 2007 infiniti g35 with nav and tech packages for $22,000. What do you think? Any oth… --- ## [Looking for a used SUV that will hold value](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-used-suv-that-will-hold-value/26847)
**Author:** [@saemae2003](https://community.cartalk.com/u/saemae2003)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 7:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/looking-for-a-used-suv-that-will-hold-value/26847 "2009-03-07T19:23:55Z")
Hi, I'm driving a 1996 Honda Accord which is paid for and has served me well. I've upgraded my income and am ready to upgrade my vehicle. I'm looking for a used SUV or wagon that will hold its value. My prioriti… --- ## [Honda Odyessy Reliability](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyessy-reliability/27320)
**Author:** [@frankgessner](https://community.cartalk.com/u/frankgessner)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 5:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-odyessy-reliability/27320 "2009-03-07T17:52:31Z")
We bought a new Odyessy in 2000 and performed all the recommended services at the proper intervals. My wife and I both love this car, but it is falling apart at 91000 miles. We replaced the ABS, TCS module for $1300 an… --- ## [What is the link to top posters?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-link-to-top-posters/27158)
**Author:** [@waterboy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/waterboy)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2009, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/what-is-the-link-to-top-posters/27158 "2009-03-07T15:14:50Z")
Someone previously had a link but in searching all the site I cannot find it, any help? --- ## [Buy out of a leased vehicle](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-out-of-a-leased-vehicle/27357)
**Author:** [@ginger32](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ginger32)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2009, 11:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/buy-out-of-a-leased-vehicle/27357 "2009-03-06T23:08:14Z")
am i able to negotiate the buy out price of a vehicle at lease end? --- ## [Hydoplaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydoplaning/27104)
**Author:** [@salmond](https://community.cartalk.com/u/salmond)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2009, 1:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydoplaning/27104 "2009-03-06T13:14:53Z")
I have a 2007 Honda Civic, original tires, 29,000 miles. Just recent car is hydoplaning on wet roads, no standing water though. Tires do not appear worn. No warning lights either but car is definitely floating. Any su… --- ## [Premium gasoline](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-gasoline/27265)
**Author:** [@bcroasdell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bcroasdell)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2009, 12:44am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/premium-gasoline/27265 "2009-03-06T00:44:49Z")
we have a Mitsubishi endeavor which says it requires premium gas. what happens if you use regular gas? --- ## [Long Commute - Can My Car Handle It? The Long and Winding Road](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-commute-can-my-car-handle-it-the-long-and-winding-road/27238)
**Author:** [@RallyNorth](https://community.cartalk.com/u/RallyNorth)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2009, 1:02am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/long-commute-can-my-car-handle-it-the-long-and-winding-road/27238 "2009-03-05T01:02:35Z")
It's possible I'm going to have some lengthy commutes for graduate school in the coming two years, logging 500+ miles a week. As such I want to ensure as much as possible in the onset that I am going to be entering … --- ## [How long could you drive the car continuously?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-could-you-drive-the-car-continuously/26779)
**Author:** [@VRajan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VRajan)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2009, 12:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-long-could-you-drive-the-car-continuously/26779 "2009-03-05T00:18:51Z")
I have had this question for a long time but now I need a qualified answer to my question. And, I am relying on my fellow Car Talk listeners for an answer. It seems that in coming months, I will be driving approxima… --- ## [2008 MX-5 Miata purchase - get it inspected?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mx-5-miata-purchase-get-it-inspected/27269)
**Author:** [@elcuc0](https://community.cartalk.com/u/elcuc0)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2009, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2008-mx-5-miata-purchase-get-it-inspected/27269 "2009-03-04T23:38:17Z")
Hi folks, I'm looking into buying a used 2008 MX-5 Miata from a private seller who can't make the payments anymore. There is a lien on the car and I got the impression that the owner took very good care of the car. I… --- ## [Used car recommendation](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-recommendation/27108)
**Author:** [@Vashon\_Driver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Vashon_Driver)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2009, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/used-car-recommendation/27108 "2009-03-04T21:33:16Z")
Can anyone suggest a reliable vehicle for \< $10K that gets good gas mileage and also has 4 wheel drive (AWD also OK)? --- ## [KIA Sedona 2004 - Advise](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sedona-2004-advise/27257)
**Author:** [@Ash704](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ash704)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2009, 5:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/kia-sedona-2004-advise/27257 "2009-03-04T17:33:23Z")
Hi Need a van as my old dodge caravan giving me handful of troubles. KIA Sedona 2004 for sale asking for $ 6500, 39000 miles, looks good. Need to know any of you have good or bad experiences with this model - prefer… --- ## [Cars 10 years old and more](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-10-years-old-and-more/27051)
**Author:** [@UncleTurbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/UncleTurbo)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2009, 3:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cars-10-years-old-and-more/27051 "2009-03-03T03:27:08Z")
I've noticed many of the posts involve car 10+ years old and most have 100K miles or more too. Consumer reports tracks reliability data for the new and nearly new cars, does anyone track repair and reliability data … --- ## [Hydroplaning Ladies & Gentlemen, Welcome To CSA's Believe It Or Not!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydroplaning-ladies-gentlemen-welcome-to-csas-believe-it-or-not/27182)
**Author:** [@common-sense-answer](https://community.cartalk.com/u/common-sense-answer)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 3, 2009, 2:46am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/hydroplaning-ladies-gentlemen-welcome-to-csas-believe-it-or-not/27182 "2009-03-03T02:46:52Z")
True story: While driving my 1971 Volkswagen Super Beetle (Clementine orange), driver and one passenger, ski rack on back (with skis), I made a discovery. We were someplace in the Rockies in Colorado in the e… --- ## [Ford Contour Good of Bad](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-contour-good-of-bad/27199)
**Author:** [@kowboykurt](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kowboykurt)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2009, 9:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ford-contour-good-of-bad/27199 "2009-03-02T21:23:31Z")
My friend owns a '95 Ford Contour and was wondering if she should trade it in on a better car. I don't know much about them so if anyone can give some input one way or the other I would appreciate it. --- ## [2009 Automotive Interior & Exterior Decoration Products and New Materials Application Seminar](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-automotive-interior-exterior-decoration-products-and-new-materials-application-seminar/27170)
**Author:** [@youshi](https://community.cartalk.com/u/youshi)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2009, 2:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2009-automotive-interior-exterior-decoration-products-and-new-materials-application-seminar/27170 "2009-03-02T02:47:53Z")
2009 Automotive Interior & Exterior Decoration Products and New Materials Application Seminar INVITATION Date: Jun.5-6.2009 Add: Wu Hu, An Hui Province Also hold: Automotive Interi… --- ## [Chains for Cadillac?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chains-for-cadillac/27162)
**Author:** [@navy\_guy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/navy_guy)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 2, 2009, 1:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chains-for-cadillac/27162 "2009-03-02T01:38:43Z")
I live in Oregon where we occasionally have the need for chains when it snows. A local tire dealer sold me a set of chains which he said would fit my '07 DTS. However, the dealer said 'NO, absolutely do not use them - … --- ## [Will they never learn?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-they-never-learn/27118)
**Author:** [@Joseph\_E\_Meehan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Joseph_E_Meehan)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2009, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/will-they-never-learn/27118 "2009-03-01T18:34:27Z")
A woman in Ohio was sited for child endangerment because her child was not in a car seat. If that was not enough she was on the cell phone, Oh yea, she was also breast feeding the child at the time. --- ## [Accident v Non-accident](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accident-v-non-accident/27103)
**Author:** [@jstaff](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jstaff)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 1, 2009, 12:19am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/accident-v-non-accident/27103 "2009-03-01T00:19:39Z")
I purchase a certified used car from a dealer and was told that the car had not been in an accident. I found out some time later that infact it had. As a percentage of the purchase price of a used car what is the diffe… --- ## [Best Ride](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-ride/26803)
**Author:** [@drmangone](https://community.cartalk.com/u/drmangone)\ **Replies:** 22\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2009, 5:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-ride/26803 "2009-02-28T17:27:03Z")
I am severely handicapped. Therefore, I need a very smooth ride. I currently own a 2004 TownCar. We're looking to purchase a new 2009 or 2010 vehicle. What car has the best ride? [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=489) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/c/general-discussion/8.md?page=491)