# \#coupe **URL:** https://community.cartalk.com/tag/coupe/1949.md [Latest](https://community.cartalk.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://community.cartalk.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://community.cartalk.com/tags.md) --- ## [97 Eclipse Non turbo](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-eclipse-non-turbo/92362)
**Author:** [@Klax](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Klax)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 27, 2016, 7:52am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/97-eclipse-non-turbo/92362 "2016-01-27T07:52:02Z")
Hello, My 97 is having issues for a year now. It takes anywhere from 1-6 times to start up. I've replaced the spark plugs, spark plug wires, alternator and starter has been tested and passed the battery is 2 months old… --- ## [1st things to check and chane on a used car](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-things-to-check-and-chane-on-a-used-car/61642)
**Author:** [@myalonzo](https://community.cartalk.com/u/myalonzo)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2011, 1:50am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1st-things-to-check-and-chane-on-a-used-car/61642 "2011-02-21T01:50:46Z")
i found the engine number for the car i bought 4a-f engine this is a 0 interference right. i should change the timing belt asap? --- ## [Car Starting Trouble](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starting-trouble/58487)
**Author:** [@a\_tired\_driver](https://community.cartalk.com/u/a_tired_driver)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2010, 6:16pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/car-starting-trouble/58487 "2010-12-16T18:16:48Z")
My car failed to start this morning. Last night, the temperature was 23 F. I was able to crank it once and then there was no noise when I turned the key. I suspected a battery problem, so called the AAA guys. The guy cam… --- ## [Tire pressure monitoring system](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-monitoring-system/56757)
**Author:** [@kkline4](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kkline4)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [October 24, 2010, 3:14pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/tire-pressure-monitoring-system/56757 "2010-10-24T15:14:27Z")
I recently purchased a new car that came equipped with a TPMS, tire pressure monitoring system. The car came with green valve stem caps. I've noticed other cars that are equipped with TPMS that also have green valve stem… --- ## [Windows keep getting a film on the Interior](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windows-keep-getting-a-film-on-the-interior/56549)
**Author:** [@Stubspub](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Stubspub)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [October 19, 2010, 4:06am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/windows-keep-getting-a-film-on-the-interior/56549 "2010-10-19T04:06:17Z")
We bought a Hyundai Genesis 2.0T Coupe in July. When we got it home the Interior windows looked as though someone had smoke a couple of cartons of cigarets. I cleaned them but about 3 weeks later the same thing. Went … --- ## [High and Low Pressure Valves for A/C Compressor](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-and-low-pressure-valves-for-a-c-compressor/55290)
**Author:** [@Gerald3](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Gerald3)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2010, 7:33pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/high-and-low-pressure-valves-for-a-c-compressor/55290 "2010-09-18T19:33:07Z")
I bought a 1996 Buick Skylark GS with a 3.1L V6 back in march of 09, and my dad bought it back from me in January of this year so that he could fix it up. One of the issues is that the A/C doesn't work, and the defroster… --- ## ['08 Altima - Rubbing/grinding noise when making right turn only](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-altima-rubbing-grinding-noise-when-making-right-turn-only/24296)
**Author:** [@AHALALH](https://community.cartalk.com/u/AHALALH)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2010, 6:02pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/08-altima-rubbing-grinding-noise-when-making-right-turn-only/24296 "2010-07-19T18:02:37Z")
I have a 2008 Nissan Altima coupe with approx. 12,000 miles. When I make a semi-hard right turn, or if I back up with the wheels in the same position, I hear a rubbing/grinding noise coming from, I assume, the front left… --- ## [1971 Volvo P1800 TPS](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-volvo-p1800-tps/51190)
**Author:** [@gjreed](https://community.cartalk.com/u/gjreed)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 2, 2010, 6:59pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1971-volvo-p1800-tps/51190 "2010-07-02T18:59:48Z")
So I've been having an issue with the throttle on my p1800. It starts right up, but to keep it running I have to feather the throttle for at least 10 mins. To make the engine rev higher I have to feather it harder. It ha… --- ## [Cavalier rattle will not resolve](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalier-rattle-will-not-resolve/50834)
**Author:** [@carlkeys](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carlkeys)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 25, 2010, 6:52pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/cavalier-rattle-will-not-resolve/50834 "2010-06-25T18:52:09Z")
2 yrs ago hit pothole w/ RT front tire, when slowing to stop sign. RT front oscillating sounding rattle since. New bushings put in. Steers fine. Handles fine. Want to sell, but need to eliminate rattle. Thoughts? --- ## [Transmisson issue follow-up](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmisson-issue-follow-up/49520)
**Author:** [@BadaBing2010](https://community.cartalk.com/u/BadaBing2010)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [May 28, 2010, 8:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/transmisson-issue-follow-up/49520 "2010-05-28T20:36:44Z")
How's it guys... I know how much we all like follow-up stories to questions posted on these forums, so here's my bit... My original thread/posting is here, for those who want to start from the beggining: h… --- ## [Do I need to replace the distributor when rebuilding Carburetors?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-replace-the-distributor-when-rebuilding-carburetors/49126)
**Author:** [@jimmyrichardson](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimmyrichardson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2010, 2:27am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/do-i-need-to-replace-the-distributor-when-rebuilding-carburetors/49126 "2010-05-21T02:27:14Z")
I took my car to the shop. They said I need to have both carburetors rebuilt (I agree with that) They also said, "you should always put a new Distributor on after a Carb rebuild." Is this true? --- ## [Coasting a manual car - NOT downhill](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coasting-a-manual-car-not-downhill/49047)
**Author:** [@LimeLight](https://community.cartalk.com/u/LimeLight)\ **Replies:** 28\ **Last updated:** [May 20, 2010, 12:12pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coasting-a-manual-car-not-downhill/49047 "2010-05-20T12:12:50Z")
I have a fairly manual transmission with 6 forward speeds, so my gear ratios are pretty close. Since i have been told REPEATEDLY not to shift down more than 2 gears at a time when I downshift, I was wondering if there wa… --- ## [Starting Issue for Vintage Honda Z600 Coupe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-issue-for-vintage-honda-z600-coupe/41410)
**Author:** [@ricbaxter](https://community.cartalk.com/u/ricbaxter)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2009, 7:53pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/starting-issue-for-vintage-honda-z600-coupe/41410 "2009-12-28T19:53:17Z")
Hello! I have a 71 Z600 that is in pretty decent shape. Sometimes when I go to start it absolutely nothing happens. I turn the key and silence. The radio will work and the dash board lights also come on, but the … --- ## [1986 thunderbird turbo coupe over heating problem](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-thunderbird-turbo-coupe-over-heating-problem/38440)
**Author:** [@dougm22](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dougm22)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2009, 6:24pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1986-thunderbird-turbo-coupe-over-heating-problem/38440 "2009-10-22T18:24:45Z")
105000 miles, great clean smooth running car with one exception. The car over heats when driven more than 15 minutes. The temperature gauge is all over the place but sometimes showes correct normal tempurature.with no co… --- ## [Honda Accord beginning to use more oil](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-beginning-to-use-more-oil/37000)
**Author:** [@tbp0701](https://community.cartalk.com/u/tbp0701)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2009, 7:40pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/honda-accord-beginning-to-use-more-oil/37000 "2009-09-22T19:40:14Z")
I have a 2000 Accord Coupe (4 cyl.) with 140K miles. It's been well maintained, but I live in a harsh environment and have a 40-mile (each way) commute, from a rural dirt road to the heart of Cleveland. Lately I've been… --- ## [1936 Ford Coupe Care](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1936-ford-coupe-care/33133)
**Author:** [@kimsue58](https://community.cartalk.com/u/kimsue58)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [July 22, 2009, 1:43am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1936-ford-coupe-care/33133 "2009-07-22T01:43:30Z")
What is the best way to maintain the interior and exterior of a 1936 Ford coupe? The exterior has a black laquer finish. The interior is the original mohair upholstery. Thank you, kimsue58 --- ## [Interior lights won't go off when doors close](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-lights-wont-go-off-when-doors-close/33660)
**Author:** [@Willie\_T](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Willie_T)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 19, 2009, 8:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/interior-lights-wont-go-off-when-doors-close/33660 "2009-07-19T20:09:55Z")
When car doors are opened and then closed, interior lights will not go off--until I unplug battery cable. Then they go off and stay off until doors are opened again. I have replaced both door light on/off switches. Do… --- ## [Groaning](https://community.cartalk.com/t/groaning/32520)
**Author:** [@dustyg](https://community.cartalk.com/u/dustyg)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2009, 12:36pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/groaning/32520 "2009-06-29T12:36:22Z")
My air conditioner was blowing warm air. I had it charged. Now it groans when I have the air conditioner on. It can be in park, drive, or reverse and it will groan will the a/c is on. If the car is not moving the air wil… --- ## [2001 Honda Accord Coupe V6 EX - SRS Light is on! Possible OPDS?](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-accord-coupe-v6-ex-srs-light-is-on-possible-opds/26715)
**Author:** [@Hyojiggy](https://community.cartalk.com/u/Hyojiggy)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2009, 5:15pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/2001-honda-accord-coupe-v6-ex-srs-light-is-on-possible-opds/26715 "2009-02-20T17:15:12Z")
on my honda accord, i have SRS light that is on. now, Honda has a Service Bulletin out (06-009) for OPDS unit. If OPDS unit is bad, SRS light turns on. How do i test if it is OPDS unit for sure? Honda wan… --- ## [Old Car with low miles: Good buy? Or money pit? (97 Subaru Impreza)](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-car-with-low-miles-good-buy-or-money-pit-97-subaru-impreza/25016)
**Author:** [@SubaruDave](https://community.cartalk.com/u/SubaruDave)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2009, 10:54pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/old-car-with-low-miles-good-buy-or-money-pit-97-subaru-impreza/25016 "2009-01-20T22:54:53Z")
I'm considering buying a 1997 Subaru Impreza Brighton Coupe. It has under 33,000 total miles (grocery getter for an old woman). The price seems reasonable (about $5500), but I'm a little worried. I drive to an… --- ## [Acura RSX Insurance Rates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-rsx-insurance-rates/24644)
**Author:** [@velvet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/velvet)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2009, 10:10pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-rsx-insurance-rates/24644 "2009-01-09T22:10:58Z")
Prior to buying my car (2006 Acura RSX)3 years ago. I checked with my Insurance (AMICA)agent on rates and classification. It was not classified as a Sports car. I have pretty full coverage and have raised my deduct… --- ## [Acura RSX Insurance rates](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-rsx-insurance-rates/24637)
**Author:** [@velvet](https://community.cartalk.com/u/velvet)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 9, 2009, 10:09pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/acura-rsx-insurance-rates/24637 "2009-01-09T22:09:04Z")
Prior to buying my car (2006 Acura RSX)3 years ago. I checked with my Insurance (AMICA)agent on rates and classification. It was not classified as a Sports car. I have pretty full coverage and have raised my deduc… --- ## [1999 BMW M Coupe Heat/AC issues](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-bmw-m-coupe-heat-ac-issues/14927)
**Author:** [@slickwil](https://community.cartalk.com/u/slickwil)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [July 5, 2008, 2:48am UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/1999-bmw-m-coupe-heat-ac-issues/14927 "2008-07-05T02:48:39Z")
hey guys, i need some help with my '99 BMW M Coupe. this car is almost ten years old, but only has 40k miles. anyway, on with the question: in the summer, with temp. controls set all the way to cold, but with the A… --- ## [Coolant use in C-230 Kompresser coupe](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-use-in-c-230-kompresser-coupe/11082)
**Author:** [@jimnangle](https://community.cartalk.com/u/jimnangle)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2008, 5:58pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/coolant-use-in-c-230-kompresser-coupe/11082 "2008-03-08T17:58:00Z")
I have taken two road trips in my C-230 both trips I had the check coolant level alert come on. I replaced the sensor the first time as the engine tempature never went out of normal operating range. The second time I add… --- ## [Driving with cruise main switch on](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-with-cruise-main-switch-on/5802)
**Author:** [@careyannjim](https://community.cartalk.com/u/careyannjim)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [October 11, 2007, 3:39pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/driving-with-cruise-main-switch-on/5802 "2007-10-11T15:39:03Z")
I'm new to this website... hope someone can help me. my 1998 Honda is having problems.. won't start sometimes when it is hot outside, just turns over and over. when I remove and replace the gas cap, seems to help, rec… --- ## [Help me choose a car!](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-choose-a-car/4239)
**Author:** [@carqueen](https://community.cartalk.com/u/carqueen)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2007, 2:46pm UTC](https://community.cartalk.com/t/help-me-choose-a-car/4239 "2007-09-07T14:46:31Z")
I want a small sporty coupe, but am having trouble finding one that fits the bill. It should 1. be manual 2. coupe or hard top convertible 3. have small backseat - 2+2 feature 4. NOT be silver or red 5. used, but not OLD…