# Latest **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1845 [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) **Page:** 1846 --- ## [Can damaged/repaired new cars still be sold as new?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-damaged-repaired-new-cars-still-be-sold-as-new/77870)
**Author:** [@Cassie](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Cassie)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 8:20pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-damaged-repaired-new-cars-still-be-sold-as-new/77870 "2013-03-11T20:20:11Z")
I am looking to buy a new car and was wondering... If a new car is damaged, say by a hurricane, then rebuilt, can it still be sold as new since it has never had an owner? I know about checking CarFax for this type of th… --- ## [Green Headlights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/green-headlights/77868)
**Author:** [@jtsanders](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jtsanders)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/green-headlights/77868 "2013-03-11T19:53:48Z")
I saw green headlights on a Toyota O'Tundra this afternoon. How did he do that? Is it a plastic overlay? --- ## [Sealed Bearings](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sealed-bearings/77909)
**Author:** [@longprime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/longprime)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 7:30pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/sealed-bearings/77909 "2013-03-11T19:30:17Z")
OK, wheel bearings are now sealed. How often should bearings be replace? --- ## [Garage Tachometer for a Cheapskate?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/garage-tachometer-for-a-cheapskate/77901)
**Author:** [@George\_San\_Jose1](https://community.cartalk.com/u/George_San_Jose1)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/garage-tachometer-for-a-cheapskate/77901 "2013-03-11T18:34:04Z")
I'm looking for an idea for a frugal tachometer for my garage use. For when I'm doing a tune-up on my early 90's Corolla with electronic ignition. The way I do it now: I haul my o'scope out to the garage and wrap a wir… --- ## [Car overheating...HELP!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-help/77843)
**Author:** [@knramirez](https://community.cartalk.com/u/knramirez)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-overheating-help/77843 "2013-03-11T18:31:23Z")
We recently purchased a used 99 cadillac deville.after buying it we took it to the shop for an oil change, we were told that we had a slight oil leak and slight transmission leak but that both were small snd nothing to w… --- ## [Minis in the US](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minis-in-the-us/77899)
**Author:** [@linmalki](https://community.cartalk.com/u/linmalki)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 6:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/minis-in-the-us/77899 "2013-03-11T18:27:27Z")
Today a caller asked about possibly bringing a 90's European Austin Mini to the US. Strictly speaking, they are not US legal (they were not imported by the manufacturer since 1967, when the safety and emissions regulatio… --- ## [Tranny sticks in drive for a few seconds](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tranny-sticks-in-drive-for-a-few-seconds/77919)
**Author:** [@dog\_lover](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dog_lover)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 6:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tranny-sticks-in-drive-for-a-few-seconds/77919 "2013-03-11T18:23:27Z")
Have a 96' Ford Taurus 134,000k. When car is cold, drive sticks for a few seconds, put in reverse then back to drive and its okay. Told I need a new tranny, can't afford. What else could it be! HELP PLEASE! Thank yo… --- ## [08 nissan sentra bucks during snow storm](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-nissan-sentra-bucks-during-snow-storm/76732)
**Author:** [@cavedelasell](https://community.cartalk.com/u/cavedelasell)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 5:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-nissan-sentra-bucks-during-snow-storm/76732 "2013-03-11T17:47:30Z")
Hey everyone I drive a 2008 nissan sentra(98xxxmiles). I commute 100 miles daily and have an issue that occurs only when it is snowing. Regardless of how much snow is on the ground, everytime there is decent snow fall … --- ## [No ignition or spark help](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-ignition-or-spark-help/77920)
**Author:** [@East\_End](https://community.cartalk.com/u/East_End)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 10:20am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/no-ignition-or-spark-help/77920 "2013-03-11T10:20:03Z")
Hi My son have a 1985 Volvo 244 DL the engine turn over but no spark. We change the coil and check the fuse in side the car driver side. --- ## [98 Chevy Prizm – Sell, Repair or Swap Engine](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-chevy-prizm-sell-repair-or-swap-engine/77512)
**Author:** [@CTrig](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CTrig)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 7:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-chevy-prizm-sell-repair-or-swap-engine/77512 "2013-03-11T07:40:00Z")
I have a '98 Chevy Prizm that I have made more than $2,000 repairs in the past year, including a new serpentine belt, new valve seal, new tires, and just a few months ago a new starter, new exhaust pipe and replaced the … --- ## [Stolen Car: will Insurance pay w/ key inside](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stolen-car-will-insurance-pay-w-key-inside/77917)
**Author:** [@JayRuan](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JayRuan)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 3:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/stolen-car-will-insurance-pay-w-key-inside/77917 "2013-03-11T03:43:37Z")
Hello, my brother's 1 year old new car was stolen from the drive-way with key inside. He was about to head off to work in 6am in the morning, then he realize he forgot something and went back in the house to gap it. as h… --- ## [2 cycle gas in small 4 stroke engines](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-cycle-gas-in-small-4-stroke-engines/77861)
**Author:** [@longprime](https://community.cartalk.com/u/longprime)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 3:37am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2-cycle-gas-in-small-4-stroke-engines/77861 "2013-03-11T03:37:34Z")
OK bought a used lawn mower with a B&S engine. est 1995 but doesn't really matter other than it runs well. In a pinch, I've used 50:1 gas in the mower. Runs OK. I remember my Homelite saw use to run 16:1 and poorly. M… --- ## [05 Vibe has a stubborn streak! Starts in the mornings, no problem, but after work it wont start](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-vibe-has-a-stubborn-streak-starts-in-the-mornings-no-problem-but-after-work-it-wont-start/77884)
**Author:** [@Spang](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Spang)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2013, 12:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-vibe-has-a-stubborn-streak-starts-in-the-mornings-no-problem-but-after-work-it-wont-start/77884 "2013-03-11T00:27:05Z")
I have a 2005 Pontiac vibe. It has 170K miles. I just bought it for a steal, or at least I thought, for $3000. It is in excellent condition except for one tiny little problem. I can start the car and drive to my dest… --- ## [Volvo timing belt](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-timing-belt/77911)
**Author:** [@dave\_mason](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dave_mason)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 11:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-timing-belt/77911 "2013-03-10T23:36:08Z")
I purchased a 2004 volvo c-70 with 35K miles. The manual says to replace the timing belt at 100k or 10 years. With such low miles do I need to replace it in 2014? Thanks --- ## [2007 Rav4 transmission fluid is black](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-rav4-transmission-fluid-is-black/73761)
**Author:** [@CTMike](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CTMike)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 10:26pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2007-rav4-transmission-fluid-is-black/73761 "2013-03-10T22:26:07Z")
My mechanic says the transmission fluid in my 2007 Rav4 (about 47K, normal driving) is black and needs replacing ($144). I called the local Toyota service department who said this car has a sealed transmission and repla… --- ## [2004 Neon Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-neon-shakes/77898)
**Author:** [@Trulyevilbob](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Trulyevilbob)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 10:21pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-neon-shakes/77898 "2013-03-10T22:21:52Z")
I have a 2004 Dodge Neon that I've been troubleshoot for awhile now and can't figure it out. My engine shakes pretty badly and found I had some broken engine mounts on my passenger side. I've replaced them and calibrat… --- ## [EVAP Purge Valve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-purge-valve/77867)
**Author:** [@mwkarrick](https://community.cartalk.com/u/mwkarrick)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/evap-purge-valve/77867 "2013-03-10T20:29:49Z")
i have a 2001 saturn l200 2.2...well i put the new EVAP Purge Valve in last night..today i start the car and started to clicking so i unplug the new EVAP Purge Valve and it stop clicking and i plug it back in and started… --- ## [High mileage](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage/77881)
**Author:** [@Noggsburg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Noggsburg)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 6:47pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-mileage/77881 "2013-03-10T18:47:01Z")
Hi, I haven't listened to your show in a while, but a friend of mine who does listen regularly thought you might like to hear about my car. It is a 1995 Nissan Altima with 274,124 miles on it. It was bought new by a fami… --- ## [Would a 2005 Subaru Forester be a good car to buy to haul a pop up camper husband and 2 children?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-a-2005-subaru-forester-be-a-good-car-to-buy-to-haul-a-pop-up-camper-husband-and-2-children/77838)
**Author:** [@moonmen17](https://community.cartalk.com/u/moonmen17)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 6:41pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/would-a-2005-subaru-forester-be-a-good-car-to-buy-to-haul-a-pop-up-camper-husband-and-2-children/77838 "2013-03-10T18:41:47Z")
My sister in law is here visiting and looking to buy a new used car which has the ability to pull their pop up camper on their camp trips. I know the Forrester would be a good car to buy but I am a little unsure about h… --- ## ['05 Outback XT fuel system rust](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-outback-xt-fuel-system-rust/77128)
**Author:** [@Craig\_Ridgway](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Craig_Ridgway)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 6:34pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/05-outback-xt-fuel-system-rust/77128 "2013-03-10T18:34:28Z")
115,000 miles, adult driven. Hard cranking, took into dealer. Replaced 4 injectors - cylinder 2 misfiring. Showed me return gas line clogged with brownish material. Dealer stymied. Now, Subaru headquarters diagnose… --- ## [? a choice?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-choice/77876)
**Author:** [@nft](https://community.cartalk.com/u/nft)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 5:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/a-choice/77876 "2013-03-10T17:09:29Z")
If both vehicles are mechanically sound and equal in every other way, should I buy a 2002 Ford Focus wagon with about 110,000 miles on it or a 2005 Ford Focus wagon with about 170,000 miles on it? ADVICE! NOW! GO! (Th… --- ## [Do "no mineral" garden hose water filters really work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-no-mineral-garden-hose-water-filters-really-work/77828)
**Author:** [@Robert-Gift](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Robert-Gift)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 12:56pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-no-mineral-garden-hose-water-filters-really-work/77828 "2013-03-10T12:56:07Z")
After long-distance bloodeliveries, I rarely have time to wash our Expedition, especially when arriving home at 2 a.m. and 20° F. When I cannot wash with soap, I still try to spray road grime off with the garden hose. Mu… --- ## [Volvo vvt setup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-vvt-setup/77900)
**Author:** [@Delmo13](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Delmo13)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 9:23am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/volvo-vvt-setup/77900 "2013-03-10T09:23:38Z")
Help Had to take apart wife's 2000 c-70. 2.4 motor for a head gasket. Can't find any info on setting the vvt correctly Can some one tell me how?? --- ## [Dodge Journey Eating Oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-journey-eating-oil/77872)
**Author:** [@justauntjanet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/justauntjanet)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 9:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dodge-journey-eating-oil/77872 "2013-03-10T09:08:32Z")
My 2009 Dodge Journey is great for the first 2,500 miles after each oil change, then the oil just seems to vanish. The dealership has been tracking this for a couple of cycles... the oil level is fine when they check it … --- ## [Dump him, Kate](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dump-him-kate/77587)
**Author:** [@brc54](https://community.cartalk.com/u/brc54)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/dump-him-kate/77587 "2013-03-10T07:52:00Z")
And I'm speaking as someone who didn't get their license until I was 21 and pretty much forced to. I don't care he doesn't have a license but when you don't have a license then you take the train, the bus or sign up at… --- ## [2004 Nissan Murano purring loudly](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-murano-purring-loudly/77903)
**Author:** [@Beeky72](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Beeky72)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 7:31am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2004-nissan-murano-purring-loudly/77903 "2013-03-10T07:31:28Z")
I have a 2004 Nissan Murano. I loved it until it started costing me lots of money, now I'm gun shy. Recently I noticed that the motor is noisy while running and idling both - no difference. I can't really hear it outside… --- ## [1993 F 150 Check Engine Light @ 60](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-f-150-check-engine-light-60/77897)
**Author:** [@marinedad](https://community.cartalk.com/u/marinedad)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 7:14am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1993-f-150-check-engine-light-60/77897 "2013-03-10T07:14:27Z")
My check engine light has been coming on at 60mph. It will go off at 58 or 65mph. I could drive those speeds on the freeway, but would rather repair the problem. I've replaced the O2 sensor after 180,000 miles. I did… --- ## [Chrysler town and country](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country/77883)
**Author:** [@CAC5852](https://community.cartalk.com/u/CAC5852)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 7:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/chrysler-town-and-country/77883 "2013-03-10T07:05:20Z")
In between oil changes I lose at least 4 quarts of oil; at dealership when I inquired why doesn't my low oil light come on or why am I burning this much oil they said that Chrysler statistics say is it "OK" for the vehic… --- ## [Idiot Lights](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idiot-lights/77889)
**Author:** [@Natty](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Natty)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 6:53am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/idiot-lights/77889 "2013-03-10T06:53:08Z")
Our emissions light lit up on the dash board of our Elantra. I took the car into the garage we have been taking it to for 5 years. The new office manager said we need front brake pads and new rotor and a new AC belt for … --- ## [Please go to my profile and reply to my activity because I'm only able to put 1character in the body](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-go-to-my-profile-and-reply-to-my-activity-because-im-only-able-to-put-1character-in-the-body/77875)
**Author:** [@Knmichael91](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Knmichael91)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2013, 6:03am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/please-go-to-my-profile-and-reply-to-my-activity-because-im-only-able-to-put-1character-in-the-body/77875 "2013-03-10T06:03:33Z")
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