# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=11 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 12 --- ## [For motorcycle guys](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-motorcycle-guys/205444)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 8:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/for-motorcycle-guys/205444 "2026-03-31T20:43:01Z")
… or for fans of Steve McQueen, this item sold for more than $42k in 2009. --- ## [Reliability of Subaru vs Audi - Used Car Buying Advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-of-subaru-vs-audi-used-car-buying-advice/89123)
**Author:** [@Longtimesubeguy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Longtimesubeguy)\ **Replies:** 72\ **Last updated:** [March 31, 2026, 12:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/reliability-of-subaru-vs-audi-used-car-buying-advice/89123 "2026-03-31T00:05:24Z")
I'm interested in buying either a Subaru Outback or an Audi A4 Avant (quattro 2.0 T) in the 2005-2009 range. Most of the cars I've seen available have between 70-100K miles and, between the two brands, the prices are pr… --- ## [Free VIN check](https://community.cartalk.com/t/free-vin-check/190715)
**Author:** [@VDCdriver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/VDCdriver)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2026, 11:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/free-vin-check/190715 "2026-03-30T23:57:35Z")
While it is perhaps not quite as detailed as Carfax claims to be, this free site does show accident history, price history, current market value, and more when you enter the VIN. I tested it with the VIN of my new-ish c… --- ## [College student seeking advice for buying a used car! Help!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/college-student-seeking-advice-for-buying-a-used-car-help/65090)
**Author:** [@mashamelleno](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mashamelleno)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2026, 11:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/college-student-seeking-advice-for-buying-a-used-car-help/65090 "2026-03-30T23:10:39Z")
Well I'm looking to buy a used car and my budget is about $4,000. I know little to nothing about cars, and I was just hoping I could get some advice on what types of cars would be good to buy that I could afford. I'm mos… --- ## [Car buying advice](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-buying-advice/56070)
**Author:** [@bhdavis1978](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bhdavis1978)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 30, 2026, 10:45pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-buying-advice/56070 "2026-03-30T22:45:47Z")
Hi all, My wife and I current live in Saint Paul, Minnesota and we're contemplating a move to Houston, Texas. Additionally, we're expecting our first child in April. Our current car is a 2000 Pontiac Sunfire without… --- ## [Finding a Shift Knob](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-a-shift-knob/205415)
**Author:** [@eLixir979](https://community.cartalk.com/u/eLixir979)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2026, 7:48pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/finding-a-shift-knob/205415 "2026-03-29T19:48:10Z")
Hey all. I have been looking for a teardrop style shift knob, preferably aluminum. I have searched far and wide for a shift knob with an M16 x 1.5 thread pitch to no avail. A lot of the online manufacturers also do not l… --- ## [Problem while braking downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-while-braking-downhill/205274)
**Author:** [@TheApache](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheApache)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 29, 2026, 3:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/problem-while-braking-downhill/205274 "2026-03-29T15:40:00Z")
I am here with another question Civic (european version) sedan 2010 80k miles. I have a situation which s been going on for long time and it only gets worse. Couple of mechanics seen it and i trust my guy however no s… --- ## [2014 Jeep Noises](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-noises/205416)
**Author:** [@bkelley502\_187614](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkelley502_187614)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 8:08pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2014-jeep-noises/205416 "2026-03-28T20:08:31Z")
Good evening. I got something I hope someone can help me out with. My son’s 2014 Jeep Patriot had the transmission replaced recently, and ever since there has been a noise that he hears whenever he starts to accelerate,… --- ## [My car clicks when turning at low speeds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-clicks-when-turning-at-low-speeds/205421)
**Author:** [@itouring2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/itouring2010)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 28, 2026, 9:35am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/my-car-clicks-when-turning-at-low-speeds/205421 "2026-03-28T09:35:22Z")
and today i drove on some dirt roads and felt something rub on the bottom of my car so i inspected below and it seems one of the rubber boots is missing a clamp? any advice or input? my car clicks when it turns at low … --- ## [Jamie efficiently diagnosed the 1999 4Runner problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jamie-efficiently-diagnosed-the-1999-4runner-problem/205409)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 5:44pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jamie-efficiently-diagnosed-the-1999-4runner-problem/205409 "2026-03-27T17:44:19Z")
--- ## [Can the transmission be damaged such that SUV could only reverse?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-transmission-be-damaged-such-that-suv-could-only-reverse/205412)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 4:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-the-transmission-be-damaged-such-that-suv-could-only-reverse/205412 "2026-03-27T04:40:13Z")
She was properly stopped, then bumped from behind and pushed forward onto the track. With the way clear, ahead, why not drive forward 100 feet, park at the curb and exchange information with the errant dri… --- ## [Car Stalls When Trying To Pass](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-when-trying-to-pass/193728)
**Author:** [@bkelley502\_187614](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bkelley502_187614)\ **Replies:** 139\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2026, 2:09am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-stalls-when-trying-to-pass/193728 "2026-03-27T02:09:11Z")
Good afternoon all. My car, a 1997 Toyota Corolla has developed a problem I’m hoping maybe someone can help me figure out. Lately I’ve had a plethora of work done to the car. I’ve had the gas tank, fuel pump, all four s… --- ## [Toyota OBD Code P1604](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-obd-code-p1604/205380)
**Author:** [@johnlambe](https://community.cartalk.com/u/johnlambe)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [March 26, 2026, 4:26am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/toyota-obd-code-p1604/205380 "2026-03-26T04:26:45Z")
I’m considering buying a 2015 Toyota Aygo that’s reporting this DTC code: P1604 (Startability Malfunction) - Toyota P1604 Code: What It Means and How to Fix the Startability Malfunction - Daily Car Tips (From what I’ve … --- ## [Best Older Luxury](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-older-luxury/205304)
**Author:** [@AudiFlyGuy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AudiFlyGuy)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 9:32pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/best-older-luxury/205304 "2026-03-25T21:32:33Z")
I’m thinking about my next vehicle and may wish to buy an older model as a second car. I don’t drive too far and this car would be more for in town and weekend use. I want a smooth riding car (sedan/coupe/convertible)… --- ## [EZpass and trucks](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ezpass-and-trucks/41142)
**Author:** [@Bill\_Russell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bill_Russell)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ezpass-and-trucks/41142 "2026-03-25T18:27:55Z")
I don't understand how EZpass/Fastlane works with trucks with a variable number of axles. The transponder has to tell the toll system how many axles the vehicle has, as that determines the toll. But a tractor could … --- ## [Intermittent noise in 2003 Honda Civic that no mechanic can diagnose](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-noise-in-2003-honda-civic-that-no-mechanic-can-diagnose/80797)
**Author:** [@wncgirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wncgirl)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 6:06pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/intermittent-noise-in-2003-honda-civic-that-no-mechanic-can-diagnose/80797 "2026-03-25T18:06:42Z")
Hi all, I am new here and have a question. About 3 weeks ago, I purchased a 2003 Honda Civic EX Coupe, automatic transmission with 131,000 on it. I took it to my mechanic before purchasing it and he said it looked good. … --- ## [Motorcycle Helmet](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motorcycle-helmet/205396)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 25, 2026, 5:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/motorcycle-helmet/205396 "2026-03-25T17:46:40Z")
Maybe I’m wrong since I don’t ride motorcycles. But lesson #1 in learning how to ride a motorcycle should be is to HOW to wear a helmet. --- ## [Loud "squeal" coming from engine of 2003 Honda Civic](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-squeal-coming-from-engine-of-2003-honda-civic/75289)
**Author:** [@sjd181](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sjd181)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 24, 2026, 11:28pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/loud-squeal-coming-from-engine-of-2003-honda-civic/75289 "2026-03-24T23:28:54Z")
I have a 2003 Honda Civic coupe (EX) that makes a loud squeal. It starts when I just get going in the car, maybe two or three minutes into the drive. The squeal seems to come from the engine, and lasts for 15 to 30 secon… --- ## [Muscle car + novice Austrian driver](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muscle-car-novice-austrian-driver/205385)
**Author:** [@circuitsmith](https://community.cartalk.com/u/circuitsmith)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 23, 2026, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/muscle-car-novice-austrian-driver/205385 "2026-03-23T17:20:39Z")
After catching my breath from laughing so hard, I decided to share: https://www.curbsideclassic.com/auto-biography/curbside-classic-1961-ford-starliner/ --- ## [Bucking issue while accelerating?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bucking-issue-while-accelerating/205344)
**Author:** [@cja800](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cja800)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 11:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/bucking-issue-while-accelerating/205344 "2026-03-22T23:38:58Z")
1993 f150 4.9 5 speed manual Having bucking issues while accelerating. When I got the truck a month ago, it would only happen once in a while. Mainly on the highway and would just cut out for a few seconds then kick bac… --- ## [Firefighters urge drivers to keep up on car maintenance to prevent roadside grass fires](https://community.cartalk.com/t/firefighters-urge-drivers-to-keep-up-on-car-maintenance-to-prevent-roadside-grass-fires/205377)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 2:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/firefighters-urge-drivers-to-keep-up-on-car-maintenance-to-prevent-roadside-grass-fires/205377 "2026-03-22T14:23:54Z")
https://kdvr.com/news/local/firefighters-urge-drivers-to-keep-up-on-car-maintenance-to-prevent-roadside-grass-fires/ The only fire my fire department knew of was parking on dry grasses which contacted an unshielded cata… --- ## [Ever Had a Road Trip from Hell?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ever-had-a-road-trip-from-hell/33178)
**Author:** [@Tom\_and\_Ray](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Tom_and_Ray)\ **Replies:** 531\ **Last updated:** [March 22, 2026, 1:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/ever-had-a-road-trip-from-hell/33178 "2026-03-22T13:10:24Z")
If so, we want to hear about it! (If you can bear to recount the sordid details, that is.) For the next few weeks, we'll be gathering your favorite or, rather, least-favorite tales of road trips gone by. Stories of 2,0… --- ## [Points for recognizing crushed vehicle make. Occupant released from hospital](https://community.cartalk.com/t/points-for-recognizing-crushed-vehicle-make-occupant-released-from-hospital/205324)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2026, 7:43pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/points-for-recognizing-crushed-vehicle-make-occupant-released-from-hospital/205324 "2026-03-21T19:43:01Z")
--- ## [Socket Won't Grip Bolt Head](https://community.cartalk.com/t/socket-wont-grip-bolt-head/199580)
**Author:** [@gudenteit](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gudenteit)\ **Replies:** 61\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2026, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/socket-wont-grip-bolt-head/199580 "2026-03-21T18:23:14Z")
A buddy and I were trying to replace his right front wheel hub, on his 2008 Chevy Impala LTZ. He described the engine size as 3900, I would think that means 3.9 liter, although I didn’t know there is a 3.9, I only know o… --- ## [Can you help me identify this noise?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-help-me-identify-this-noise/205369)
**Author:** [@ruchei](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ruchei)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2026, 3:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-you-help-me-identify-this-noise/205369 "2026-03-21T15:10:30Z")
Hello! I have not driven my car for a month and now have this noise. It is a 2016 V Jetta and normally in great shape. The noise is in the background and sounds like something soft is rubbing against something. It picks… --- ## [In car Breathalyzer](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-car-breathalyzer/205365)
**Author:** [@MikeInNH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MikeInNH)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2026, 1:35pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/in-car-breathalyzer/205365 "2026-03-21T13:35:40Z")
Not sure if this is happening elsewhere, but on the local news last night they had a segment of a company called Intoxalock that had a Cyberattack. Intoxalock sells in car Breathalyzers that are usually court mandated af… --- ## [How the IIHS 40% overlap test made small cars less safe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-the-iihs-40-overlap-test-made-small-cars-less-safe/205348)
**Author:** [@TheWonderful90s](https://community.cartalk.com/u/TheWonderful90s)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 19, 2026, 3:18pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/how-the-iihs-40-overlap-test-made-small-cars-less-safe/205348 "2026-03-19T15:18:19Z")
Less safe than what the test should have been with one simple change. The IIHS 40% 40 MPH moderate overlap crash test in to a fixed barrier uses a deformable barrier in front of the fixed barrier. This barrier absorbs s… --- ## [Engine Light on and stalls randomly for Honda Civic 2016](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-on-and-stalls-randomly-for-honda-civic-2016/204684)
**Author:** [@bo2016](https://community.cartalk.com/u/bo2016)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2026, 1:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/engine-light-on-and-stalls-randomly-for-honda-civic-2016/204684 "2026-03-17T13:09:10Z")
Hi, My Honda Civic 2016 currently at 87K miles and it runs fine until the recent months. First, the engine light was on about 8 months ago and stayed on. We changed the canister purge valve and it fixed engine light bu… --- ## [1999 Honda Accord Intermittent Hesitation/Stalling Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-accord-intermittent-hesitation-stalling-issues/205267)
**Author:** [@sentience](https://community.cartalk.com/u/sentience)\ **Replies:** 18\ **Last updated:** [March 16, 2026, 7:38pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-honda-accord-intermittent-hesitation-stalling-issues/205267 "2026-03-16T19:38:56Z")
Hello! I have a 1999 Honda Accord EX 4cyl automatic with 227k miles. I’ll post a more detailed description below, but here’s the tldr: my car stalled after driving about 10 miles and stalls again if I try to turn it off … --- ## [20 year old car rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-year-old-car-rust/205254)
**Author:** [@squidE2](https://community.cartalk.com/u/squidE2)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2026, 12:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/20-year-old-car-rust/205254 "2026-03-14T12:24:32Z")
Hello, I’m looking at purchasing a ~20 year old sedan that has spent most of its life on the East Coast of the US. It has previously had parts of the exhaust rust. Is this an amount of rust you would be concerned about? … [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=10) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=12)