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**Author:** [@BBneedhelp](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BBneedhelp)\ **Replies:** 42\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 9:00am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/lot-of-rusted-cars-please-help/76649 "2013-01-15T09:00:26Z")
Long story short I have about 30 cars I am trying to get rid of and I know nothing about cars or how much they are worth. These cars are in horrible condition. They have not had human contact in decades and suffer years … --- ## [Is $2,577 worth it for a 2002 Mercury Cougar with 124,133 miles on it?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-2-577-worth-it-for-a-2002-mercury-cougar-with-124-133-miles-on-it/76657)
**Author:** [@Sportygirl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Sportygirl)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 8:39am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/is-2-577-worth-it-for-a-2002-mercury-cougar-with-124-133-miles-on-it/76657 "2013-01-15T08:39:00Z")
This is my first car, I was browsing on carmax.com and fell inlove when I seen this little black 2 door Car, I have a daughter so I don't want the car to break down with my daughter possibly being inside, these were the … --- ## [Smoke and bad odor on startup](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-and-bad-odor-on-startup/76711)
**Author:** [@JLStrickland](https://community.cartalk.com/u/JLStrickland)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 8:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/smoke-and-bad-odor-on-startup/76711 "2013-01-15T08:17:17Z")
Hi, I am new to the forum so if I miss something please let me know. I recently purchased a 1993 chevy s-10 from my father at a price that I couldn't pass up. The truck seems to run just fine, but on startup, a cloud … --- ## [Can I mix Ethanol and NON-Ethanol gasoline?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-mix-ethanol-and-non-ethanol-gasoline/76675)
**Author:** [@SDoyle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SDoyle)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 7:47am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/can-i-mix-ethanol-and-non-ethanol-gasoline/76675 "2013-01-15T07:47:02Z")
I have a 2010 Toyota Tundra and a new boat with 30 gallons of NON-Ethanol gasoline that I don't want to let sit while the boat is stored for 6 months. Since the Tundra uses E10 gasoline regularly, will mixing in NON-Etha… --- ## [Repair or replace car?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-or-replace-car/76683)
**Author:** [@DGski](https://community.cartalk.com/u/DGski)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 7:08am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/repair-or-replace-car/76683 "2013-01-15T07:08:36Z")
In the past year I've put over $3K into my 2003 VW convertible Beetle including new air conditioner, fan, catalytic converter, driveshafts, brakes and tires. It now needs a new transmission and the price quoted ($4K, whi… --- ## [04 outback not satisfied with new catalytic converter](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-outback-not-satisfied-with-new-catalytic-converter/76691)
**Author:** [@al\_your\_pal](https://community.cartalk.com/u/al_your_pal)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 6:45am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-outback-not-satisfied-with-new-catalytic-converter/76691 "2013-01-15T06:45:54Z")
engine light and flashing cruise control switch--computer says replace bank one---so I replace with factory catalytic converter----six months later light comes back on with flashing cruise control switch and computer ask… --- ## [93 jeep wrangler stalls when pulling up to stop](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-jeep-wrangler-stalls-when-pulling-up-to-stop/76682)
**Author:** [@musicalley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/musicalley)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 5:40am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/93-jeep-wrangler-stalls-when-pulling-up-to-stop/76682 "2013-01-15T05:40:28Z")
my Daughter has a 93 jeep wrangler...every time it slows for a stop it stalls out..will start right back up but shows no trouble codes...I have cleaned the throtle body..the AIC valve...and check the fule pump pressure. … --- ## [1982 240D Mercedes Benz---Skips](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-240d-mercedes-benz-skips/76421)
**Author:** [@benz240d](https://community.cartalk.com/u/benz240d)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 4:18am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1982-240d-mercedes-benz-skips/76421 "2013-01-15T04:18:55Z")
My 1982 240D Mercedes Benz skips especially when accelerating. While it doesn't do it all the time, when it does it really loses power and comes almost to a crawl (at least 10 mph decrease in speed) and is quite annoying… --- ## [Only has trouble on the FIRST start of the day](https://community.cartalk.com/t/only-has-trouble-on-the-first-start-of-the-day/76704)
**Author:** [@amb21781](https://community.cartalk.com/u/amb21781)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 2:17am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/only-has-trouble-on-the-first-start-of-the-day/76704 "2013-01-15T02:17:30Z")
My car, 2000 merc mountaineer- ONLY on the FIRST start of the day (especially when cold) -have to turn the key and then sit, playing with the gas-if the little needle goes under 1, the car shuts off. After a while, the e… --- ## [Needs steering rack-fix or get another car?-2000 grand prix](https://community.cartalk.com/t/needs-steering-rack-fix-or-get-another-car-2000-grand-prix/76668)
**Author:** [@Ed-Wood](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Ed-Wood)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 12:38am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/needs-steering-rack-fix-or-get-another-car-2000-grand-prix/76668 "2013-01-15T00:38:05Z")
I have a 2000 Grand Prix GT with 135K in decent shape, or was. It has a few dings and minor GM electrical bugs, but is one of the more dependable cars I have drove, and is a great driver. That was until the steering ra… --- ## [1996 Subaru Outback Slipped Timing needs HG](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-subaru-outback-slipped-timing-needs-hg/76436)
**Author:** [@rebeccajarnold](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rebeccajarnold)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 12:34am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1996-subaru-outback-slipped-timing-needs-hg/76436 "2013-01-15T00:34:15Z")
I bought my 1996 Subaru Outback wagon two years ago for $4000 from a dealer who told us that it had a new timing belt and water pump. It now has $138,000 miles. We have had it maintained by a reputable Subaru mechanic … --- ## ['04 Pilot, Time Belt replacement \>\>\> oil pan gasket leak?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-pilot-time-belt-replacement-oil-pan-gasket-leak/76662)
**Author:** [@MarkN](https://community.cartalk.com/u/MarkN)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 15, 2013, 12:30am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/04-pilot-time-belt-replacement-oil-pan-gasket-leak/76662 "2013-01-15T00:30:21Z")
We have a '04 Honda Pilot, 101,000 miles, regular service, 100% trouble free until now. I took it in to the dealership for 105,000 mile maintenance - a new timing belt/water pump/ spark plugs. Their free 27 pt inspecti… --- ## [Civic seat belts grab and won't let go](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-seat-belts-grab-and-wont-let-go/76625)
**Author:** [@PhilaCarBoy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilaCarBoy)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 11:37pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/civic-seat-belts-grab-and-wont-let-go/76625 "2013-01-14T23:37:16Z")
The rear seat belts in my wife's 2001 Civic EX are annoying, but I don't know if this is abnormal, and can be fixed, or just something we have to live with. Basically, the seat belts frequently grab you and won't let go,… --- ## [Honda Insight hybid battery - Mouse damage?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-insight-hybid-battery-mouse-damage/76685)
**Author:** [@jbookshaw](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jbookshaw)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 11:23pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-insight-hybid-battery-mouse-damage/76685 "2013-01-14T23:23:06Z")
A couple of days ago, the "IMA" light and check engine light came on in our 2001 Honda Insight. Moments later, the electric motor quit and we were driving on gas only. The battery indicator still showed a full charge. … --- ## [Question about a 4 cylinder Honda Civic Hybrid](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-a-4-cylinder-honda-civic-hybrid/76629)
**Author:** [@Raci570](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Raci570)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 11:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/question-about-a-4-cylinder-honda-civic-hybrid/76629 "2013-01-14T23:15:24Z")
Does this car have a timing belt or timing chain? It's a 2005 model. --- ## [Do I have a problem with my 2008 Audi TT roadster with DSG, or is that just the way they work?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-have-a-problem-with-my-2008-audi-tt-roadster-with-dsg-or-is-that-just-the-way-they-work/76701)
**Author:** [@wolfmensch](https://community.cartalk.com/u/wolfmensch)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 10:57pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-have-a-problem-with-my-2008-audi-tt-roadster-with-dsg-or-is-that-just-the-way-they-work/76701 "2013-01-14T22:57:54Z")
I love love LOVE my 2008 Audi TT front-wheel drive DSG roadster. It's my second TT (the first was a 2000 quattro roadster I bought new in the UK), though I bought this 2008 used with under 30,000 miles on it. My quest… --- ## [Help! Animals are eating holes in my car cover](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-animals-are-eating-holes-in-my-car-cover/76698)
**Author:** [@ambrose](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ambrose)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 10:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-animals-are-eating-holes-in-my-car-cover/76698 "2013-01-14T22:40:48Z")
We live in an urban neighborhood with plenty of smaller wildlife-birds,squirrels,possums,and racoons-but no deer or bears. For the last year or so I have kept my Mercedes covered with a ty-vek car cover. Suddenly, this w… --- ## [Transmission overfilled](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-overfilled/76697)
**Author:** [@Parajimbo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Parajimbo)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 10:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmission-overfilled/76697 "2013-01-14T22:27:00Z")
Woops. I have too much transmission fluid in. The reading is 2 inches above the fill line for the cold reading. I haven't run it so it hasn't foamed. What is the most practical way to remove some fluid. My repair bo… --- ## [Fuel pump or transmission?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-or-transmission/76700)
**Author:** [@Barl](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Barl)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 9:27pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/fuel-pump-or-transmission/76700 "2013-01-14T21:27:22Z")
Hey everyone, I have a '93 Volvo 850GLT, and recently it's started acting up on me. It starts fine, but once we get rolling it feels like when I press the gas pedal, the engine doesn't get any gas. If I try and idle it, … --- ## [1995 Taurus won't start in fog](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-taurus-wont-start-in-fog/76684)
**Author:** [@Eve](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Eve)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 8:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1995-taurus-wont-start-in-fog/76684 "2013-01-14T20:12:18Z")
My 1995 Ford Taurus wagon has just developed a starting problem. When the air is damp and foggy, it will just crank but won't start. It has 177,000 miles on it and has always started right up. What could be causing this … --- ## [Timing belt replacement](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement/76660)
**Author:** [@rieley](https://community.cartalk.com/u/rieley)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 7:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/timing-belt-replacement/76660 "2013-01-14T19:10:04Z")
it is time to get a new timing belt installed in my 2003 toyota avalon. i was quoted a cost of $700.00 . i was told this is a 3 hour job. does this sound right? --- ## [98 Malibu LS Power Steering Problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-malibu-ls-power-steering-problem/76694)
**Author:** [@PhilCYA](https://community.cartalk.com/u/PhilCYA)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 4:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/98-malibu-ls-power-steering-problem/76694 "2013-01-14T16:54:33Z")
I recently had the high and low pressure tubes on my power steering fail causing a total loss of fluid. After about a week of living with manual steering, I brought it in and had the tubing replaced. Everything worked … --- ## [Audi EPC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-epc/76645)
**Author:** [@millenbeck](https://community.cartalk.com/u/millenbeck)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 4:50pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/audi-epc/76645 "2013-01-14T16:50:19Z")
I have a 2007 Audi A4 4 door sedan with 62,000 miles. Its a great car EXCEPT periodically the car has trouble starting and then will buck or lurch a bit. The EPC light comes on and sometimes so does the check engine li… --- ## [Jeep F-head](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-f-head/76686)
**Author:** [@Bigfeet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Bigfeet)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 10:29am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/jeep-f-head/76686 "2013-01-14T10:29:22Z")
I have an older jeep-F-head Engine. Rebuilt the engine and it was running perfect until one day it started running rough . When I went to start it to check things out it wouldn't start. have fuel-have spark at points-spa… --- ## [07 accord power windows will not work, except the driver side window](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-accord-power-windows-will-not-work-except-the-driver-side-window/76670)
**Author:** [@Wally2013](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Wally2013)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 8:28am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/07-accord-power-windows-will-not-work-except-the-driver-side-window/76670 "2013-01-14T08:28:34Z")
I have 2007 Honda accord. All three passenger side windows will not work. The driver side window do work however. The lock out button is not activated. When I press the switches to the passenger windows, it makes a click… --- ## [Vacuum Issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-issues/76310)
**Author:** [@godfather](https://community.cartalk.com/u/godfather)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 8:25am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/vacuum-issues/76310 "2013-01-14T08:25:29Z")
Hello Gentlemen, I own a '64' Montclair Breezeway. I just replaced the 390 that's in it, and it was rebuilt and has less than 16,000 miles on the motor. I believe I'm having vacuum issues in the motor and the transmissio… --- ## [Steering Stick-sion](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-stick-sion/76690)
**Author:** [@jimD](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimD)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 7:10am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/steering-stick-sion/76690 "2013-01-14T07:10:15Z")
2007 G6 Problem occurs at slow speed with sharp turning, such as coming out or into driveway. As the steering rack moves slowly it tends to stick and release 3 or 4 times when turning sharply at very slow speed. It makes… --- ## [2003 Cavalier Shakes](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-cavalier-shakes/76605)
**Author:** [@skifast](https://community.cartalk.com/u/skifast)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 5:05am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2003-cavalier-shakes/76605 "2013-01-14T05:05:42Z")
I have a 2003 Cavalier. It has started to shake and pull to the right when driving. It feels like the car is swaying. Is this the symptoms of a bad ball joint, tie rod or something else. Thansk, Mark --- ## [Silverado not so cooperado lately](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-not-so-cooperado-lately/76619)
**Author:** [@Torker](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Torker)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 4:49am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/silverado-not-so-cooperado-lately/76619 "2013-01-14T04:49:35Z")
Good day fellow enthusiasts! Two things regarding my 2007 new design 1500 V8 5.3 Ext. Cab. / 80,000 miles Every two to three weeks now I get the low pressure icon on my dashboard for different tires each time and I … --- ## [Out the door price of a Nissan Rogue... PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE HELP US!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-the-door-price-of-a-nissan-rogue-please-please-please-help-us/76678)
**Author:** [@djengo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/djengo)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 14, 2013, 3:21am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/out-the-door-price-of-a-nissan-rogue-please-please-please-help-us/76678 "2013-01-14T03:21:49Z")
First time car buyer! First off, we're looking at a Nissan Rogue, 2010 standard, good condition, 25,000 miles, no accident, and being offered 15,500 - would oyu consider this a good deal, even if it's not much below th… [Previous page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1883) [Next page](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md?page=1885)