Visit http://www.autonetwork.com for the largest collection of new car introductions. Mazda introduced the Nagare Concept car at its press conference at the LA Auto Show.
Visit http://www.autonetwork.com for the largest collection of new car introductions.
Mazda introduced the Nagare Concept car at its press conference at the LA Auto Show.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Car Show Series : "2007 LA Auto Show, Mazda."
Car Show Series: "Exotic car show at auto affair -ENZO, carrera gt,lambos,etc."
Pics I(Brian) took from a great exotic car show which had an enzo, carrera gt, murcielagos, diablos, gallardos, 360's, f430's, phantoms, lotus's,ford gt, porsche gt2's, vipers, aston martins, bentl...
Pics I(Brian) took from a great exotic car show which had an enzo, carrera gt, murcielagos, diablos, gallardos, 360's, f430's, phantoms, lotus's,ford gt, porsche gt2's, vipers, aston martins, bentleys and lots of other awesome cars
Car Show Series: "2008 L.A. Auto Show Day 2 - Fast Lane Daily - 11/21/08"
ast Lane Daily on location at the 2008 L.A. Auto Show. Volkswagen wins the "Green Car of the Year" Award, Nissan's luxury brand Infiniti drops the G37 hard-top convertible, and Derek explores the e...
ast Lane Daily on location at the 2008 L.A. Auto Show. Volkswagen wins the "Green Car of the Year" Award, Nissan's luxury brand Infiniti drops the G37 hard-top convertible, and Derek explores the exotics corner. Also, is the LP560-4 worth the price, can Derek fit in the new Lotus Evora, and how is GM selling cars these days? Find out by watching our last day of coverage from the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show.
Car Show Series : "2008 L.A. Auto Show Day 1 - Fast Lane Daily - 11/20/08"
Fast lane daily on Location at the 2008 LA.Auto Show. Derek takes a run around the show floor, taking a look at the new Nissan Cube, the first all electric MINI dubbed the MINI E, and the Honda FC Sport Concept. Also, FLD gets a detailed look at Mercedes' new in-car entertainment system myCOMAND. Soon you'll be able to watch FLD live in your car. - FastLaneDaily
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
2008 Paris Auto Show: Nissan Nuvu Concept
Nissan Nuvu Concept
Nissan's Nuvu concept (think "New View") is Nissan's vision for the type of car we'll be driving in cities by the middle of next decade. Although it is an electric car, Nissan says the Nuvu is not the electric car the company recently announced it will sell in the U.S. and Japan in 2010. The Nuvu does carry some technology destined for the production vehicle.
As befitting a proper city car, the Nuvu is small: about a foot longer than a Smart Fortwo. A unique 2+1 seating arrangement allows for a third passenger when needed, or the seat can be folded down. Unlike many city cars, the Nuvu has enough luggage capacity for a proper supermarket run.
Of note, the Nuvu's roof has 12 small leaf-shaped solar panels, which charge the battery via a "tree-trunk" within the car. And to further emphasize the Nuvu's "green-ness," the cabin makes use of natural, organic and recycled materials.
"Nuvu is a concept car, for sure, but it is an entirely credible vehicle," says Francois Bancon, the general manager of Nissan's Exploratory and Advanced Planning Department.
source: http://autos.yahoo.com
Favorite Car : "2008 BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon 328i "
Pricing Information
MSRP $34,500
Estimated Market Price
$32,937
National Average
Invoice $31,740
Total Cost to Own $65,831
5 Year National Average
Standard Engine:
3.0L I6, 24 valve, 230 hp @ 6500 rpm
* 6 speed manual (standard) or 6 speed automatic transmission
* 18 mpg city / 27 mpg hwy more info
* Green Rating: 60
source: http://autos.yahoo.com
Luxurious Car : "2008 BMW 3 Series Sports Wagon"
The 2008 3 Series Sports Wagon is a 4-door, 5-passenger luxury wagon, available in two trims, the 328i and the 328xi.
Upon introduction, the 328i is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, I6, 230-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 27-mpg on the highway. The 328xi is equipped with a standard 3.0-liter, I6, 230-horsepower engine that achieves 17-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. A 6-speed manual transmission with overdrive is standard on both trims, and a 6-speed automatic transmission with overdrive is optional.
The 2008 3 Series Sports Wagon is a carryover from 2007.
source: http://autos.yahoo.com
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
2009 Toyota Camry Hybrid 4-Door Sedan
Standard Features:
* Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
* Electronic Brake Assistance
* Diversity In-Glass Radio Antenna
Options:
* Front Power Glass Tilt and Slide Moonroof
more information
2008 Mazda Tribute Hybrid Touring HEV 2WD
Standard Features:
* Front Side Airbags
* Brake Assistance
* AM/FM Radio With 100-Watts and 4 Speakers Total; CD Player
Options:
* (PIO) Wheel Locks
* (PIO) DVD Rear Seat Entertainment System
* (PIO) Carpeted Cargo Mat
more information
2008 Toyota Prius Base
Standard Features:
* Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
* Electronic Brake Assistance
* AM/FM Radio With 6 Speakers Total; CD Player
Options:
* Rear Electronic Parking Aid With Camera
* Vehicle Stability Control System
* AM/FM Radio With 6 Speakers; CD Player; MP3 Player
More information here
Present Car : 2008 Honda Civic Hybrid CVT AT-PZEV w/ Navigation System
Standard Features:
* Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
* Electronic Brake Assistance
* Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation System(TM) With Voice Recognition(TM) GPS and DVD Navigation Aid With 6.5-In. Touch Screen and Digital Audio Card Reader
see all features
Estimated Payments:
$517/month* find current rates
Rebates & Incentives:
Cash Back / Special Financing more info
Standard Engine:
1.3L I4, 8 valve, 110 hp @ 6000 rpm, Hybrid - Electric
* VAR speed automatic transmission
* 40 mpg city / 45 mpg hwy more info
* Green Rating: 84
Nice car : "2008 Chevrolet Malibu Hybrid HY "
Pricing Information
MSRP $23,895
Estimated Market Price
$22,990
Invoice $22,581
Total Cost to Own Not Available
Estimated Payments:
$480/month* find current rates
Rebates & Incentives:
Cash Back / Special Financing more info
Standard Engine:
2.4L I4, 16 valve, 164 hp @ 6400 rpm, Hybrid - Electric
* 4 speed automatic transmission
* 24 mpg city / 32 mpg hwy more info
* Green Rating: 68
Learn about the Green Rating
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
2008 Collector Car Price Guide
Car values are big business - as a restorer, buyer, seller or insurance agent you can't help but be on the look out for reliable pricing.
This reference is for the hard-core car market watcher and the everyman car guy who wants to know what the beater car in the drive way is worth, if he ever decides to sell it.
Prices in this must-have reference reflect the latest values, in up to six grades of condition, from the esteemed Old Cars Price Guide database. With 250,000 listings for domestic cars and light trucks, and various import vehicles manufactured between 1901 and 2000, this is the most thorough price guide on the market.
Porsche: The Fine Art of the Sports Car
The Porsche is the quintessential sports car—sleek, shiny, sexy, and very fast. The striking looks of the car are matched by the machine’s superb engineering and performance, making it one of the world’s great automobiles. In merging the highest standards of design with advanced technology, the Porsche has become a four-wheeled work of art. Now, in a book whose design is as refined and as smart as the car itself, the story of the Porsche unfolds from the beginning as a creation of Dr. Ferdinand Porsche and his son in 1948, through forty-eight models to today’s magnificent examples.
Interwoven with the history of the Porsche’s development are factors and events that influenced the development of the company, such as the imprisonment of Dr. Ferdinand Porsche by the French during World War II, the development of the Volkswagen, the ever-changing rules of national and international racing associations, and the marketing genius of people as far away as Chicago. Porsche: The Fine Art of the Sports Car features over 380 pages of text and more than 250 stunning color and 120 historical black-and-white photographs, enabling the history of the world’s beloved sports car to be cherished and enjoyed at home in a stylishly handsome volume.
A to Z of Sports Cars, 1945-1990: The Encyclopaedic Guide to More Than 850 Marques and Thousands of Models
More than 1,000 photographs in b&w and color illustrate the extraordinary variety of sports cars that have been offered to the public. All the great names are featured, including cars from Israel, Egypt, Spain, Switzerland, Norway and Brazil.
Keith Martin's Guide to Car Collecting (Keith Martin)
With his magazine Sports Car Market, columns in Autoweek and Automobile, and appearances on television and at major auctions, Keith Martin has established himself as one of our most trusted experts on car collecting. Now, for the first time, Martin brings all his expertise to bear in a complete, single-volume reference work tailor-made for car collectors.
In this handy compendium, beginning and experienced collectors---as well as enthusiasts---will find everything they need to know to make wise purchases or get the most out of the collector cars they already own. In his signature wry style, Martin offers clear and candid guidance on every aspect of car collecting from clubs and museums to prices, auction results, and ratings, with invaluable advice on getting started and making the most of resources on the web and off. Whether searching for a prewar classic or coddling a "future classic," the car collector need look no further than this exhaustive, indispensable guide.
Friday, October 24, 2008
BMW Buyer's Guide
Navigate your way through the buying process effortlessly with the facts at your fingertips! From the exotic M1 and 850Csi to the popular 3, 5 and 7-Series sports luxury tourers, this all-color Buyer's Guide points the way through the full history of the BMW marque, and offers valuable specifications, production numbers, investment advice, and more. Take the "ultimate driving machine" out for a test drive before you buy!
Illustrated Porsche Buyer's Guide (Illustrated Buyer's Guide)
This classic guide has been completely revised and updated by Randy Leffingwell. This updated 4th edition is filled with Porsche models from 1948 through the new 1997 Boxster, including the 959, 968, the newest 911s, and several others, plus remaining third edition material on the 356, the early 911s, 914s, 928s, 924s and 944s. 4th ed.
This book provides good, general information about the Porsche line of cars from the first 356 up to the '97 Boxster. Information is generally more detailed about the earlier cars (pre '80) and then the author(s) seem to run out of steam, adding only brief paragraphs to describe modifications during the more recent years. This is perhaps understandable, as all Porsche cars are evolutionary, with small changes being made over the years.
The book will be useful if you are just starting to think about buying a used Porsche, and aren't even sure which model interests you. If you have already narrowed your search to a particular model, then there are other sources of information. For example, there is a great webpage of the evolution of the 911 which contains most of the information contained in this book on model changes. The Early 911 FAQ website also has a lot of detail on individual model year changes, plus some performance information and a great section on the possible trouble spots.
This book will not provide enough information for the final selection of a good used Porsche. It warns of the most obvious troublesome Porsches (ie. 2.7L 911s) but lacks the details for some other common problems that are smaller, but potentially very expensive if overlooked. Consider the book a good primer, but definitely look elsewhere for detailed pre-purchase advice.
PT Cruiser Performance Projects
This book includes 30 how-to procedures. The projects range from appearance modifications, such as the application of a flame decal kit or customized gauge faces, to wheel and tire selection, suspension modifications, and a turbo or supercharger installation. Other projects introduce the reader to the unique PT Cruiser lifestyle that's sweeping the nation.
Illustrated Buyer's Guide: Modern Sports & GT Cars Under 20k
If you're in the market for an affordable sports car, this is an invaluable guide. Read complete background information on popular sports and GT cars, including quotes from auto magazine tests, "for" and "against" comments, and a report card rating system for everything from performance and reliability to resale value. Showcased cars include the Mazda RX-7 and Miata; Toyota MR-2 and Supra; Pontiac Firebird; Ford Mustang; Honda CRX and Prelude; Alfa Romeo Spider; BMW 3-series, and more.
Review:
I am constantly dabbling in the idea of getting myself a sporty car that I can have some fun with but like most of us, I don't happen to have a large disposable income to blow on the hot new Ferrari 575. That is why this book is most fabulous for even the most fund-deficient of car enthusiasts that just want to have a pedal stomping, gear shifting good time.
There is a large collection of moderately priced sports cars that have been rated for various attributes. Each car has a few pages dedicated to the pros, cons and specs of the car, along with pictures and some history behind the car. I felt that this book covered a very nice variety of domestic and imported sports cars and offered almost all the basic information anyone would want in narrowing down their search for a new toy. I still haven't gotten myself a car yet, but that doesn't stop me from dreaming.
Modern Formula One Race Car: From Concept to Competition, Design and Development of the Lola BMS-Ferrari Grand Prix Car
The Modern Formula 1 Race Car Nigel Macknight. Subtitled: From Concept to Competition, Design and Development of the Lola BMS-Ferrari Grand Prix Car. In a gesture uncharacteristic for F1 constructors, Lola has thrown open the doors and allowed Macknight to follow the car from the planning stages in the drawing and computer rooms to the nuts and bolts of actual construction. Incredible technical insights into the process of F1 race car construction, behind-the-scenes activities rarely seen by (outsiders," and a real understanding of what happens to a $25 million budget when it comes to GP cars.
Haynes Modern Sports Cars: MGF (Haynes Modern Sports Cars)
Launched at the 1995 Geneva Motor Show, the MGF continues to fascinate enthusiasts worldwide. This all-color volume chronicles how MG recaptured its heritage through the MGF. Follow the evolution of the MGF, visit its launch in 1995, examine competition performances, and experience speed record-breaking with the MGF-based EX253 and EX255. This book also contains information on performance, road tests, customizing and tuning.
Thursday, October 23, 2008
Modern Chrysler Concept Cars: The Designs That Saved the Company (ColorTech)
This fabulous, behind-the-scenes book explores more than a decade of creative Chrysler concepts, forward-thinking technologies, and the cars and trucks that emerged from them - Viper, Neon, Intrepid, Cirrus, Dodge Ram, Eagle Vision, PT Cruiser, and a full line of minivans. DeLorezo explains how these cars revived Chryslers image with Wall Street and the media, explores how they boosted internal morale, and introduces the craftsman who build them. A final chapter looks ahead to concepts that may be waiting in the wings in light of the Daimler/Chrysler merger. ** International Automotive Media Awards Gold Medal Winner **
Modern Chrysler Concept Cars illustrates how concept car designs spurred another business recovery of Chrysler during the 1990s. The storyline is how Tom Gale's daring cab-forward and retro design concepts (again) rescued Chrysler from post-Iacocca business doldrums. The book gives a great birdseye view of the business value of pushing beyond current design boundaries through the voice of Chrysler design honcho,Tom Gale. On this basis alone it should probably be required reading for students of car design. Buy this book for its business lesson about the business power of design and for its great photos of handsome cars, not for revelations of the visual keys to car design.
Despite many high-quality photos (which alone make the book worth buying) there is little about visual design principles behind the success of Gale's cab-forward and retro designs. Most of the pictures are dramatic three-quarter perspectives that reveal little about the shapes and proportions underlying the designs. To understand a car's design you need to understand its basic proportions, shapes and primary lines. These are only revealed clearly in "elevations" - perpendicular-to-the-viewer side, front, rear and overhead views of a car. Such views are rarely shown anywhere and not in this book. These cars are handsome; I want to know why and these quarter-view photos don't show me, nor does the text. The text of this book is more about mechanical concepts, intended performance and design-management decisionmaking than about visual principles or insights into the designs pictured.
This story begins with the financial failure of Chrysler's daring Airflow design in the late 1930s. The Airflow failure induced a long period in which Chrysler marketed increasingly dull designs on the basis of solid engineering. By 1949-50, Chrysler's obsolete pre-WW II design concepts were trumped in the market by the 1949 Ford and Mercury, the first finned Cadillacs and other new design concepts. The book gives only one paragraph to Chrysler's rescue-by-daring-design in the 1950s when Chrysler designer Virgil Exner turned to Italian coachbuilder Ghia for a series of seminal concept cars.
Design themes in the Exner/Ghia show cars quickly found their way into production cars such as the original Chrysler 300, a winning combination of design and performance engineering, the Plymouth Valiant and the gunsight taillights of the Imperial, for example. Only a passing reference is made to the Ghia d'Elegance as a source of design themes in the Chrysler Chronos concept car of the 1990s, citing its radiator-shaped grill. Omitting the 1950s episode is odd given that the 1990s Tom Gale design and performance-based concepts reprise the Exner/Ghia1950s design/performance rescue of a slumping Chrysler. Perhaps the author omitted this era because first-hand design players of the 1950s were not available to interview now whereas Tom Gale and his colleagues were. Even so, Chrysler's 1950's rescue-by-design deserves a full section, not just a short paragraph. Those who do not know history are fated to repeat it. So buy this book to learn how strong design can rescue business, to enjoy dramatic photos of excellent car designs, but not to learn much about what makes these cars look so good.
How to Save 25% Plus on Your Auto Insurance
How to $ave 25% Plu$ on Your Auto In$urance is an easy to read and understand book devoted solely to ways and ideas for saving money on your auto insurance. It doesn't just stop at coverage and company selection, but covers in depth methods necessary to assure fair claims settlements and how to handle most claims without the help of an attorney. In this book, you will also find the tools and information necessary to buy auto insurance without the help of an agent and enjoy the additional savings as a result. The net result of this information will provide savings that will last a lifetime.
Alan Abler, author of "How to $ave 25% Plu$ on Your Auto In$urance."
Alan Abler has been an insurance broker selling life, auto, homeowners and commercial insurance for the past 22 years, and is currently an agent for one of America's largest insurance companies. Mr. Abler built his agency on the principles of honesty, integrity and hard work in dealing with the insurance company, as well as the insurance consumer. As a result of his efforts, he enjoys a loyal base of customers. He has received numerous awards for profitability, customer service, as well as production. Mr. Abler is married and has three grown children.
Mr. Abler has authored 3 books on the subject of insurance. They are:
How to $ave 25% Plu$ on Your Auto In$urance
How to $ave 25% Plu$ on Your Homeowner'$ In$urance
The Great Life In$urance Hoax.
The average consumer pays a great deal of money each year for their auto insurance and understands very little about it. These easy to read and understand books were written to fill the need for consumer education on the subject of personal lines insurance. Mr. Abler feels strongly that the public needs to be better educated with regard to their insurance affairs. The many changes needed in the insurance industry can only come about if the consumer becomes educated and demands change.
Sunday, October 12, 2008
Auto Credit Information Company
Auto Credit Information company specializes in auto bad credit dealer, Auto Bad Car Credit Loan, Auto Bad Credit Finance, Auto Boxtel Credit Van, Auto Bad Credit Insurance and Easy Auto Credit at low auto loan rates information for new or used vehicles car purchase.
Automobile Insurance: Road Safety, New Drivers, Risks, Insurance Fraud and Regulation (Huebner International Series on Risk, Insurance and Economic Se
The assessment of driving risks is a common concern for road transportation safety and the automobile insurance industry. In both cases, there is an awareness of the great losses resulting from the deaths, injuries and property damage caused by traffic accidents. Research is essential to counteract this public health threat, to assess the success or failure of countermeasures, and to solve the problems it generates in the insurance industry.
Motor vehicle accidents are still a leading cause of death, even if the trend has somewhat declined over the past 20 years. Indeed, motor vehicle accidents are a significant cause of death in comparison with air and space transport accidents, homicides and even HIV infections, causes which are more often highlighted in the media. As shown in this book, motor vehicle accidents are particularly damaging to very young drivers.
This book is for people concerned about road crashes (prevention and compensation) and about the insurance problems they pose - namely private and public institutional authorities, consultants, administrators, practitioners, and researchers interested in sharing the authors' experience in this domain. The book presents original contributions related to motor vehicle insurance and road safety. All papers have been evaluated by external referees. Four subjects are covered: 1) Automobile Insurance Pricing, Risks and Asymmetric Information; 2) Insurance Fraud; 3) Young Drivers: Licensing Policies, Evaluation and Risks; and 4) Road Insurance Regulation.
Cheap Insurance for Your Home, Automobile, Health, & Life: How to Save Thousands While Getting Good Coverage
By several measures, insurance for you, your family, your home, and your car continues to rise at the fastest rate in our history. In 2005 (the latest year data are available), total national health expenditures rose 7.9 percent - more than three times the rate of inflation. Nearly 50 million Americans are uninsured for healthcare. According to Insurance Information Institute projections, the average annual expenditure for auto insurance in 2006 was $851. Millions of drivers have no auto insurance. The average expenditure for homeowners insurance was $729, according to a February 2007 report by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC).
Insurance takes a huge bite out of the average American's monthly budget, and as stated above, many Americans simply forgo insurance because they consider it out of reach. Shopping for insurance requires more effort than many people want to devote to it. They simply grab the first price they come across or accept routine rate increases when it is important to compare not only the price but also coverage and exclusions among carriers. In this easy to read and comprehensive new book you will learn hundreds of ways to secure and or reduce your health, automobile, life, and home insurance costs. If you do not have or cannot afford insurance, we will show you how to get it at a price you can afford. The Internet and technology have opened up a great new way to search for low cost insurance services; we will give you the Web sites, tell you what to look for and to look out for. There is a great deal you can do right now to cut insurance costs. For example, did you know that installing a theft tracking device in your car can save you up to 35% on your auto insurance and that your credit history can dramatically affect your auto insurance premium. Recent studies have shown that more than 90% of insurers use credit information to create an "insurance risk score," which they then use as a factor to determine your insurance rate. Add a simple home security system to monitor your home, and your insurance rates may be discounted up to 30%, depending upon where you live. Your insurance could end up costing you more if you choose to make monthly payments rather than pay the entire premium annually. Notify your agent if you retire, your children go to school, or you start working from home (when you're not traveling as much your rates will go down). Have you stopped smoking? Lost weight? Started exercising? All of these efforts can have a dramatic effect on your insurance rates. Insurance topics covered in this book are How Insurance Works, Insurance Company Rating, National and Local Firms, Auto, Health, and Disability Insurance, along with work sheets and forms to assist you in your search for the best coverage at the lowest price.
Auto Repair For Dummies
Most of us don’t know the first thing about the machines we’re licensed to drive – and this can turn a ticket to freedom into a ticket to trouble. If you’re like most people, you probably tend to drive around until something goes wrong with the car. You then incur the expense of replacing worn and burnt-out parts (or the entire engine) when low-cost, regular maintenance could have kept your wheels turning for a long time.
Auto Repair For Dummies is indispensable for anyone who is tired of nodding and smiling at the incomprehensible mutterings of your mechanic, only to end up shelling out money for repairs that you neither fully understand nor always need. This easy-to-understand guide is also for you if you
* Don't have the vaguest idea of how a car works.
* Can't identify anything you see under the hood of your vehicle.
* Are tired of other people assuming (especially if you’re a teenager or a woman) that you aren’t capable of handling repairs yourself.
* Don't want to feel helpless in an emergency.
* Are tired of being ripped off because of your own ignorance.
This book shows you how your car works; what it needs in the way of tender loving care; and how to keep from being overcharged if you need to entrust repairs to someone else. Auto Repair For Dummies also gives you the scoop on these topics and more:
* What makes your vehicle go (and how and why)
* A program of "preventive medicine" to avoid trouble
* Shopping for tools and knowing how to use them
* Diesel engines and alternatively powered cars
* How to keep your car looking its best
* Dealing with on-road emergencies
* Checking your tires, alignment, and steering
By handling the simple maintenance and tune-ups and being able to diagnose trouble and perform the less complex repairs yourself, you’ll save some serious money. Once you break the ice (or crack open the hood), the heady sense of power will carry you through basic car repair and maintenance with confidence and ease.
Auto Accident Personal Injury Insurance Claim: How to Evaluate and Settle Your Loss
Eight out of ten Americans will have an accident in the next seven years. Baldyga delivers over three decades of personal injury, insurance claim experience in this easy-to-read book. Learn how to settle your "pain and suffering" for top dollar.
From the Publisher
This book covers every strategy, from the initial telephone calls to the medical examination and then finally the actual settlement, one should employ to obtain the best possible settlement of their claim. But the most important part of this revolutionary book is the introduction of The BASE Formula, The Baldyga Auto Accident Settlement Evaluation Formula. BASE is a never before known settlement tool that Baldyga has created. Experts are calling BASE "spectacular" and "amazing" because it explains, in simple, easy to understand language, exactly, right down to the last hundred dollar bill, how much ones "pain and suffering" is worth.
Review : By Russell Longcore "www.insurance-claim-secrets..
Dan Baldyga has written a book that shines a bright light on the shadowy world of personal injury auto claims. The insurance companies are the ones that keep policyholders and claimants in the dark. They try their best to control the claims process. For the most part, they succeed...UNLESS a person buys books like this one. This book is somewhat wordy, but thorough, and that thoroughness is what you need. Great job, Dan!
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Bon-Aire Original Ultimate Hose Nozzle (Aluminum)
Product Description
Bon-Aire's Original Ultimate Hose Nozzle is engineered from rugged aluminum, stainless steel, fiberglass and hard rubber. This nozzle is built to resist breaks and leaks. Its unique two-way shut off (turn the nozzle fully clock-wise or counter-clockwise to stop the flow) allows for five spray patterns -- the perfect stream for any job. Bon Aire backs up this nozzle's heavy construction with a lifetime warranty. Colors May Vary!
This multifunctional spray nozzle from Bonaire could be the only nozzle you'll ever need, giving you the perfect stream of water for any job. Engineered from rugged extruded aluminum, forged stainless steel and high-grade fiberglass - making this tool virtually indestructible and leakproof. Turns on and off in either direction. Rubber comfort grip. Fits any standard garden hose. You'll receive the Ultimate nozzle in red, green or blue cannot specify. Material: Aluminum, stainless steel and fiberglass, Color: Varies
Zwipes Microfiber 36-Pack of Cleaning Cloths
Description
Zwipes microfiber is a great new technology, with many applications that includes your automobile, boat, RV or motorcycle. Cleaning with microfiber products is fast, easy and environmentally friendly. It is sometimes described as having a magnetic attraction to dirt and dust. Zwipes products attract and instantly remove dust like a magnet.
From Glass, stainless steel, chrome, paint, plastic, and wood you can clean with a simple rubbing motion. The miraculous fiber eliminates the need for cleaning solutions. Microfiber contains over 90,000 fibers per square inch, and is the softest and thickest of all microfibers. It is especially effective for trapping particles with static electricity, thus eliminating the need for cleaners and detergents. It is designed to adhere to a surface, literally clinging to grease, oils and film. Each cleaning cloth measures 12" x16". Perfect for the garage and even in the kitchen.
Meguiar's X2020 Supreme Shine Microfiber - Pack of 3
Description
Meguiar's Supreme Shine Microfiber produces amazing mirror-like shine on all finishes. The thick, deep, dual-sided microfiber pile has three time more absorbency than traditional terry towels, and safety edging eliminates the possibility of scratching. It's prewashed for maximum absorbency and is safe with clear coats.
Our Supreme Shine Microfiber is an incredibly plush microfiber towel that produces an amazing mirror-like shine on all finishes. The thick, deep dual-sided microfiber pile absorbs 3X more than traditional terry towels for amazing results. The satin safety edging eliminates the possibility of scratching and the towel is pre-washed for maximum absorbency.
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Modern car 2009; "2009 Honda Jazz Gray"
This is another luxurious car in 2009. This is "2009 Honda Jazz Gray".
Luxurious car : ":Blue Honda Jazz 2009"
This is a luxurious car. Look at the color. it's great. This is Blue Honda Jazz 2009.
Car Interior: "Honda Jazz 2009 Interior"
Honda Jazz orginal soundsystem
The old Radio/CD-player in my Honda Jazz 1.4LS CVT (2007)
The old Radio/CD-player in my Honda Jazz 1.4LS CVT (2007)
Car Accessories: Honda Jazz orginal soundsystem
Honda Jazz orginal soundsystem
The old Radio/CD-player in my Honda Jazz 1.4LS CVT (2007)
The old Radio/CD-player in my Honda Jazz 1.4LS CVT (2007)
New Car "Honda Jazz Project (Pic 1)"
Tomica Honda Jazz. The wheels were the only things I have changed as for now. The interior is ready to be painted and I'm still sketching the design of the exterior with graphics.
Yellow New Honda Jazz
Honda Jazz face lift version, 1500cc VTEC engine (110ps@5800rpm / 14.6 kg.m@4800rpm), ABS, dual SRS airbag
Futuristic carb : "Suzuki Concept Car"
This concept car by Suzuki looks elegant. It is a nice conept car
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Great car : BMW X6
Manufacturer: BMW
Production: 2008-
Assembly: Spartanburg, South Carolina
Class: Mid-size luxury crossover SUV
Body style(s): 4-door SUV
Layout: Front engine / four-wheel drive
Platform: BMW E71
Engine(s):
-3.0L 306 hp I6 TT
-4.4L 407 hp V8 TT
-3.0L 235 hp I6 diesel
-3.0L 286 hp I6 diesel TT
Transmission(s): 6-speed automatic
Related: BMW X5
Production: 2008-
Assembly: Spartanburg, South Carolina
Class: Mid-size luxury crossover SUV
Body style(s): 4-door SUV
Layout: Front engine / four-wheel drive
Platform: BMW E71
Engine(s):
-3.0L 306 hp I6 TT
-4.4L 407 hp V8 TT
-3.0L 235 hp I6 diesel
-3.0L 286 hp I6 diesel TT
Transmission(s): 6-speed automatic
Related: BMW X5
Sunday, September 7, 2008
THE PERFORMANCE OF CLASSIC CAR IN THE RACE RACE
This is the classic car race in video. It is a good video. Various kinds of classic cars are provided in this video. jus see it.
Car maintenance : Basic Auto Maintenance : How to Check Engine Oil Levels
This is the tips of basic auto maintenance. This is useful tips for the beginner of car owners. just see it.
Car Tips : How to Buy a Used Car : Tips for Buying a Used Car
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The reviews of cars : The Lightning Lap, 2007: Part III of IV - Car and Driver
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Wednesday, August 27, 2008
The new models of Ford Fiesta (Motor Show in Moscow 2008)
2008 Moscow Motor Show: New Ford Models Shine
MOSCOW - August 26, 2008: No fewer than three new production models from Ford Motor Company will make their Russian debuts at the Moscow International Automobile Salon, which opens today. The new models are the all-new Ford Fiesta, the Ford Focus RS and the Ford Escape.
Visitors to the show will also be given the opportunity to see the Ford Explorer America Concept, which showcases a number of technology and engineering innovations designed to deliver fuel economy improvements of between 20 to 30 per cent.
All-New Fiesta
Designed and developed in Europe for sale in Europe, Asia Pacific and North America between 2008 and 2010, the all-new Fiesta is the first major product of Ford's new global product development process. Its stylish and dynamic flair combines with all the traditional Ford small car strengths to create a confident, contemporary introduction to the next chapter of the Fiesta success story.
Shown in Moscow in three-door and five-door hatchback body styles, the all-new Fiesta makes major strides in craftsmanship, quality of materials and product choice while continuing to represent Fiesta's traditional strengths of practicality, value for money and agility.
More than 12 million Fiestas have been sold since its introduction in 1976.
All-new Fiesta is manufactured with sophisticated techniques more commonly found in big-car production. Areas of the Fiesta European assembly plants in Cologne, Germany and Valencia, Spain – and eventually those in China, Thailand and Mexico – look like film sets. High-intensity lights and cameras are used by robotic assembly technology to position glass and doors on vehicles with meticulous accuracy.
2009 Focus RS
The new Focus RS will go on sale in 2009 and is being created by a small team of dedicated engineers, under the direction of Jost Capito, Ford of Europe's Vehicle Line Director for Performance Vehicles.
The Moscow show car previews the design intent for a final production vehicle, although as development work continues, some final details may change before volume production begins at the Ford plant in Saarlouis, Germany.
With a target power output of 300 PS, the new Focus RS will be equipped with an innovative front wheel drive system, with a combination of a Quaife limited slip differential and new 'RevoKnuckle' front suspension technology for excellent traction and driveability, despite its high power output.
SUV Strength
In Russian Ford dealer showrooms a little later this year will be the new Ford Escape. It will join the Kuga, Ranger and Explorer to further strengthen Ford's position in the growing Russian SUV market. Already this year sales in this market segment have grown by 20 per cent when compared to the same period in 2007.
The new Escape is powered by a 2.3 litre petrol engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. It is available in two trim series - XLT or Limited.
With the Ford Explorer being a long-time favourite with Russian consumers, The Ford Explorer America Concept on the Ford stand is sure to draw the crowds at the show. This concept vehicle – there are no plans for it to go into production – not only represents one possible direction for Ford's design language on future sport utility vehicles but also illustrates how all of Ford's sustainability-minded actions – from turbo-charged direct injection petrol engines, more fuel-efficient transmissions, weight savings and improved aerodynamics – can be packaged in a single vehicle.
The high-efficiency engine for the Concept is one of the new family of EcoBoost petrol engines which deliver better fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions. Ford EcoBoost petrol engines combine turbocharging and direct injection technology, allowing for the downsizing of engine capacity but with improved torque and performance. Depending on whether a four cylinder or V-6 EcoBoost engine is specified, fuel efficiency could improve by 20 to 30 per cent versus today's V6 Explorer.
The Ford stand at the Moscow International Automobile Salon will also feature the full Ford vehicle range on sale in Russia. This includes the new Kuga, new Focus, new Focus Coupé Cabriolet, new Focus ST, Explorer, Mondeo, Galaxy, S-MAX, C-MAX, Fusion, Ranger, and Tourneo Connect.
In a special area of the stand dedicated to Ford's World Rally Championship activities, show visitors will be able to experience all the thrills of a WRC event by sitting behind the wheel of a Focus WRC simulator.
MOSCOW - August 26, 2008: No fewer than three new production models from Ford Motor Company will make their Russian debuts at the Moscow International Automobile Salon, which opens today. The new models are the all-new Ford Fiesta, the Ford Focus RS and the Ford Escape.
Visitors to the show will also be given the opportunity to see the Ford Explorer America Concept, which showcases a number of technology and engineering innovations designed to deliver fuel economy improvements of between 20 to 30 per cent.
All-New Fiesta
Designed and developed in Europe for sale in Europe, Asia Pacific and North America between 2008 and 2010, the all-new Fiesta is the first major product of Ford's new global product development process. Its stylish and dynamic flair combines with all the traditional Ford small car strengths to create a confident, contemporary introduction to the next chapter of the Fiesta success story.
Shown in Moscow in three-door and five-door hatchback body styles, the all-new Fiesta makes major strides in craftsmanship, quality of materials and product choice while continuing to represent Fiesta's traditional strengths of practicality, value for money and agility.
More than 12 million Fiestas have been sold since its introduction in 1976.
All-new Fiesta is manufactured with sophisticated techniques more commonly found in big-car production. Areas of the Fiesta European assembly plants in Cologne, Germany and Valencia, Spain – and eventually those in China, Thailand and Mexico – look like film sets. High-intensity lights and cameras are used by robotic assembly technology to position glass and doors on vehicles with meticulous accuracy.
2009 Focus RS
The new Focus RS will go on sale in 2009 and is being created by a small team of dedicated engineers, under the direction of Jost Capito, Ford of Europe's Vehicle Line Director for Performance Vehicles.
The Moscow show car previews the design intent for a final production vehicle, although as development work continues, some final details may change before volume production begins at the Ford plant in Saarlouis, Germany.
With a target power output of 300 PS, the new Focus RS will be equipped with an innovative front wheel drive system, with a combination of a Quaife limited slip differential and new 'RevoKnuckle' front suspension technology for excellent traction and driveability, despite its high power output.
SUV Strength
In Russian Ford dealer showrooms a little later this year will be the new Ford Escape. It will join the Kuga, Ranger and Explorer to further strengthen Ford's position in the growing Russian SUV market. Already this year sales in this market segment have grown by 20 per cent when compared to the same period in 2007.
The new Escape is powered by a 2.3 litre petrol engine mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. It is available in two trim series - XLT or Limited.
With the Ford Explorer being a long-time favourite with Russian consumers, The Ford Explorer America Concept on the Ford stand is sure to draw the crowds at the show. This concept vehicle – there are no plans for it to go into production – not only represents one possible direction for Ford's design language on future sport utility vehicles but also illustrates how all of Ford's sustainability-minded actions – from turbo-charged direct injection petrol engines, more fuel-efficient transmissions, weight savings and improved aerodynamics – can be packaged in a single vehicle.
The high-efficiency engine for the Concept is one of the new family of EcoBoost petrol engines which deliver better fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions. Ford EcoBoost petrol engines combine turbocharging and direct injection technology, allowing for the downsizing of engine capacity but with improved torque and performance. Depending on whether a four cylinder or V-6 EcoBoost engine is specified, fuel efficiency could improve by 20 to 30 per cent versus today's V6 Explorer.
The Ford stand at the Moscow International Automobile Salon will also feature the full Ford vehicle range on sale in Russia. This includes the new Kuga, new Focus, new Focus Coupé Cabriolet, new Focus ST, Explorer, Mondeo, Galaxy, S-MAX, C-MAX, Fusion, Ranger, and Tourneo Connect.
In a special area of the stand dedicated to Ford's World Rally Championship activities, show visitors will be able to experience all the thrills of a WRC event by sitting behind the wheel of a Focus WRC simulator.
The Opening of Automobiule Insurance Open News: "
Missouri Automobile Insurance Plan Opens Doors on September 1
The Missouri Automobile Insurance Plan (the Plan, the AIP) announced today that it has completed the transition from the Missouri Joint Underwriting Association (MJUA), and has commenced operations. The Plan began accepting applications on August 12, 2008 from eligible applicants seeking effective dates of September 1, 2008 or later.
The Plan is also announced the availability of EASi 2.0, the Electronic Application Submission Interface. Licensed producers can use this product to submit automobile insurance applications electronically to the Plan.
For more information, please visit http://easi.aipso.com.
The Missouri Department of Insurance & Professional Regulation approved creation of the AIP to replace the MJUA as the state's automobile insurance residual market mechanism. The Plan provides access to automobile insurance to those eligible applicants who are unable to obtain coverage in the voluntary market.
For more detailed information on the Plan, please visit http://www.aipso.com/MX, or contact the Plan office at 888-706-6100.
Source: The Missouri Department of Insurance & Professional Regulation
quoted from: insurancejournal.com
The Missouri Automobile Insurance Plan (the Plan, the AIP) announced today that it has completed the transition from the Missouri Joint Underwriting Association (MJUA), and has commenced operations. The Plan began accepting applications on August 12, 2008 from eligible applicants seeking effective dates of September 1, 2008 or later.
The Plan is also announced the availability of EASi 2.0, the Electronic Application Submission Interface. Licensed producers can use this product to submit automobile insurance applications electronically to the Plan.
For more information, please visit http://easi.aipso.com.
The Missouri Department of Insurance & Professional Regulation approved creation of the AIP to replace the MJUA as the state's automobile insurance residual market mechanism. The Plan provides access to automobile insurance to those eligible applicants who are unable to obtain coverage in the voluntary market.
For more detailed information on the Plan, please visit http://www.aipso.com/MX, or contact the Plan office at 888-706-6100.
Source: The Missouri Department of Insurance & Professional Regulation
quoted from: insurancejournal.com
Friday, August 22, 2008
The Schedule of Car Show of Goodguys Rod & Custom 2008
DATE : Mar 15-16
VENUE : Orange County Fair
LOCATION : Costa Mesa, CA
DATE : Mar 29-30
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Apr 4-6
VENUE : Del Mar Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Del Mar, CA
DATE : May 30-31, Jun 1
VENUE : Larimer County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Loveland, CO
DATE : May 31, Jun 1
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Jun 6-8
VENUE : O'Reilly Raceway Park
LOCATION : Indianapolis, IN
DATE : Jun 13-15
VENUE : Atlanta Motor Speedway
LOCATION : Atlanta, GA
DATE : Jun 27-29
VENUE : Tennessee Titan Stadium
LOCATION : Nashville, TN
DATE : Jul 4-6
VENUE : Iowa State Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Des Moines, IA
DATE : Jul 11-13
VENUE : Ohio Expo Center
LOCATION : Columbus, OH
DATE : Jul 25-27
VENUE : West Washington Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Puyallup, WA
DATE : Aug 15-17
VENUE : Alliant Energy Center
LOCATION : Madison, WI
DATE : Aug 15-17
VENUE : Alliant Energy Center
LOCATION : Madison, WI
DATE : Aug 15-17
VENUE : Spokane Fair & Expo Center
LOCATION : Spokane, WA
DATE : Aug 22-24
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Aug 29-31
VENUE : Kansas Speedway
LOCATION : Kansas City, KS
DATE : Sep 5-7
VENUE : Summit Motorsports Park
LOCATION : Norwalk, OH
DATE : Sep 12-14
VENUE : Dutchess County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Rhinebeck, NY
DATE : Sep 19-21
VENUE : Chicagoland Speedway
LOCATION : Joliet, IL
DATE : Sep 26-28
VENUE : Pocono Raceway
LOCATION : Pocono, PA
DATE : Oct 3-5
VENUE : Texas Motor Speedway
LOCATION : Ft. Worth, TX
DATE : Oct 17-19
VENUE : Beech Bend Raceway Park
LOCATION : Bowling Green, KY
DATE : Oct 24-26
VENUE : Lowe’s Motor Speedway
LOCATION : Charlotte, NC
DATE : Nov 8-9
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Nov 14-16
VENUE : West World of Scottsdale
LOCATION : Scottsdale, AZ
*Dates & Venues are tentative and subject to change. Please check out good-guys.com before you g
VENUE : Orange County Fair
LOCATION : Costa Mesa, CA
DATE : Mar 29-30
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Apr 4-6
VENUE : Del Mar Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Del Mar, CA
DATE : May 30-31, Jun 1
VENUE : Larimer County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Loveland, CO
DATE : May 31, Jun 1
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Jun 6-8
VENUE : O'Reilly Raceway Park
LOCATION : Indianapolis, IN
DATE : Jun 13-15
VENUE : Atlanta Motor Speedway
LOCATION : Atlanta, GA
DATE : Jun 27-29
VENUE : Tennessee Titan Stadium
LOCATION : Nashville, TN
DATE : Jul 4-6
VENUE : Iowa State Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Des Moines, IA
DATE : Jul 11-13
VENUE : Ohio Expo Center
LOCATION : Columbus, OH
DATE : Jul 25-27
VENUE : West Washington Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Puyallup, WA
DATE : Aug 15-17
VENUE : Alliant Energy Center
LOCATION : Madison, WI
DATE : Aug 15-17
VENUE : Alliant Energy Center
LOCATION : Madison, WI
DATE : Aug 15-17
VENUE : Spokane Fair & Expo Center
LOCATION : Spokane, WA
DATE : Aug 22-24
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Aug 29-31
VENUE : Kansas Speedway
LOCATION : Kansas City, KS
DATE : Sep 5-7
VENUE : Summit Motorsports Park
LOCATION : Norwalk, OH
DATE : Sep 12-14
VENUE : Dutchess County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Rhinebeck, NY
DATE : Sep 19-21
VENUE : Chicagoland Speedway
LOCATION : Joliet, IL
DATE : Sep 26-28
VENUE : Pocono Raceway
LOCATION : Pocono, PA
DATE : Oct 3-5
VENUE : Texas Motor Speedway
LOCATION : Ft. Worth, TX
DATE : Oct 17-19
VENUE : Beech Bend Raceway Park
LOCATION : Bowling Green, KY
DATE : Oct 24-26
VENUE : Lowe’s Motor Speedway
LOCATION : Charlotte, NC
DATE : Nov 8-9
VENUE : Alameda County Fairgrounds
LOCATION : Pleasanton, CA
DATE : Nov 14-16
VENUE : West World of Scottsdale
LOCATION : Scottsdale, AZ
*Dates & Venues are tentative and subject to change. Please check out good-guys.com before you g
Thursday, August 21, 2008
- 2006 Mazda MIATA PopTop Sun Shade, Interior, Cockpit, Car Cover. Use with Top UP or Down __SEMA 2006 NEW PRODUCT AWARD WINNER__
Description
More protection than a sun shade, less hassle than a car cover. Protect your vehicle when Parked at WORK, at HOME, the MALL, the AIRPORT, or anywhere under the Sun. The California PopTop is an Innovative Sun Shade Product that covers all the windows of your vehicle. It keeps your interior near the same temperature as the outside air---even if your vehicle has been baking in the sun all day! It's as if you parked in a garage! It's also ideal for keeping overnight dew, frost and snow off your windows during those non-summer months. The California PopTop has a patented fastening system that firmly attaches the PopTop to the vehicle without using a series of 6 to 8 straps and hooks. It's ergonomically
Features
* SEMA 2006 NEW PRODUCT AWARD WINNER____Covers All Windows____Install or Remove in Less Than a Minute
* Virtually Eliminates Solar Heat Build-Up____Blocks 99.8% of the Sun's UV Rays____Near Custom Fit
* Water Resistant Yet Breathable____Super Strong, Lightweight Material by DuPont____Anti-Theft Feature
* Built-in Storage Pocket____Extremely Small Storage Package____Use with Convertible Top UP or DOWN
* Great for keeping over night DEW, FROST and SNOW off your windows during those non-summer months.
- Mazda Protégé DuPont Tyvek PopTop Sun Shade, Interior, Cockpit, Car Cover __SEMA 2006 NEW PRODUCT AWARD WINNER__
Description
More protection than a sun shade, less hassle than a car cover. Protect your vehicle when Parked at WORK, at HOME, the MALL, the AIRPORT, or anywhere under the Sun. The California PopTop is an Innovative Sun Shading Product that covers all the windows of your vehicle. It keeps your interior near the same temperature as the outside air---even if your vehicle has been baking in the sun all day! It's as if you parked in a garage! It's also ideal for keeping overnight dew, frost and snow off your windows during those non-summer months. The California PopTop has a patented fastening system that firmly attaches the PopTop to the vehicle without using a series of 6 to 8 straps and hooks. It's ergonomically designed for ease of use.
Features
* SEMA 2006 NEW PRODUCT AWARD WINNER____Covers All Windows____Install or Remove in Less Than a Minute
* Virtually Eliminates Solar Heat Build-Up____Blocks 99.8% of the Sun's UV Rays____Near Custom Fit
* Water Resistant Yet Breathable____Super Strong, Lightweight Material by DuPont____Anti-Theft Feature
* Built-in Storage Pocket____Extremely Small Storage Package____Use with Convertible Top UP or DOWN
* Great for keeping over night DEW, FROST and SNOW off your windows during those non-summer months.
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Step 10 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Inspecting and taking possession of your new car.
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Most dealerships detail the car and provide a full tank of gas. You will have one more chance to inspect the car before you take possession of it. Make sure you walk around the car and look for scratches in the paint and wheels or dents and dings on the body. If you are paying for floor mats make sure they are included. If anything is missing, or if any work needs to be done, ask for a "Due Bill" that puts it in writing. You will then be able to come back and get the work done later.
As you drive away inhaling that new-car smell, there is only one more thing to be done: enjoy your new car.
Source: edmunds.com
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Most dealerships detail the car and provide a full tank of gas. You will have one more chance to inspect the car before you take possession of it. Make sure you walk around the car and look for scratches in the paint and wheels or dents and dings on the body. If you are paying for floor mats make sure they are included. If anything is missing, or if any work needs to be done, ask for a "Due Bill" that puts it in writing. You will then be able to come back and get the work done later.
As you drive away inhaling that new-car smell, there is only one more thing to be done: enjoy your new car.
Source: edmunds.com
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Step 9 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Reviewing and signing the paperwork.
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
At the dealership, you will be presented with the contract for your new car and a dizzying array of forms to sign. This might be done by the Internet salesperson you have been dealing with, or it could be done in a separate office by the finance and insurance (F&I) manager. If this happens, the F&I manager might try to sell you additional items such as extended service contracts, fabric protection, alarms or a LoJack vehicle locator. In most cases, we recommend turning down these extras — with the possible exception of the extended warranty, which provides peace of mind to some buyers. Additionally, it is worth noting that some states allow up to 60 days after purchase to cancel an extended warranty, but you should check local laws to confirm your options in your area.
To prepare yourself for the kinds of products that might be pushed on you, or inserted into the price without your knowledge, read High-Priced Dealer Add-ons.
If you have already seen a worksheet for the deal you've made, the contract should be a formality. Make sure the numbers match the worksheet and no additional charges or fees have been inserted. You will also be asked to sign various forms that register your new car and transfer ownership of your trade-in. Understand what you are signing and what it means. Ask questions if you don't understand, and don't ever feel like you have to hurry. Buying a car is a serious commitment and it's the F&I manager's job to ensure you are comfortable with every document involved. Remember, once you have signed there is no going back.
Source: endmunds.com
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At the dealership, you will be presented with the contract for your new car and a dizzying array of forms to sign. This might be done by the Internet salesperson you have been dealing with, or it could be done in a separate office by the finance and insurance (F&I) manager. If this happens, the F&I manager might try to sell you additional items such as extended service contracts, fabric protection, alarms or a LoJack vehicle locator. In most cases, we recommend turning down these extras — with the possible exception of the extended warranty, which provides peace of mind to some buyers. Additionally, it is worth noting that some states allow up to 60 days after purchase to cancel an extended warranty, but you should check local laws to confirm your options in your area.
To prepare yourself for the kinds of products that might be pushed on you, or inserted into the price without your knowledge, read High-Priced Dealer Add-ons.
If you have already seen a worksheet for the deal you've made, the contract should be a formality. Make sure the numbers match the worksheet and no additional charges or fees have been inserted. You will also be asked to sign various forms that register your new car and transfer ownership of your trade-in. Understand what you are signing and what it means. Ask questions if you don't understand, and don't ever feel like you have to hurry. Buying a car is a serious commitment and it's the F&I manager's job to ensure you are comfortable with every document involved. Remember, once you have signed there is no going back.
Source: endmunds.com
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Step 8 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Closing the deal.
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
If you feel good about the price you have been quoted, it's time to take a look at the big picture. Many buyers focus on the cost of the car and ignore the related expenses. Besides the cost, you will have to pay sales tax and various fees which vary from state to state. These expenses can be estimated and totaled with the Edmunds.com calculators.
The simplest way to estimate total cost is to ask the salesperson to fax you a worksheet and invoice before you go to the dealership. This way, you'll be able to review the figures in a relaxed environment. Compare the numbers from the dealership to those you have calculated and the TMV prices on Edmunds.com.
In some areas of the country, dealers have costs that don't show up on Edmunds.com invoice prices. This means the Edmunds.com invoice price of the car you are researching might not exactly match the dealer's invoice. Don't panic — and don't begin making accusations. Edmunds.com can't track all regional fees, such as advertising costs. So, as a rule of thumb, consider the charges on the dealer's invoice to be nonnegotiable. However, if extra fees are written into the contract (such as "D&H" or "Administrative Costs") which seem bogus or redundant, ask to have them removed, or say you will take your business to another dealership. For more information about this crucial point in the process read Invoice Scams and Sudden Extras.
Source: edmunds.com
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If you feel good about the price you have been quoted, it's time to take a look at the big picture. Many buyers focus on the cost of the car and ignore the related expenses. Besides the cost, you will have to pay sales tax and various fees which vary from state to state. These expenses can be estimated and totaled with the Edmunds.com calculators.
The simplest way to estimate total cost is to ask the salesperson to fax you a worksheet and invoice before you go to the dealership. This way, you'll be able to review the figures in a relaxed environment. Compare the numbers from the dealership to those you have calculated and the TMV prices on Edmunds.com.
In some areas of the country, dealers have costs that don't show up on Edmunds.com invoice prices. This means the Edmunds.com invoice price of the car you are researching might not exactly match the dealer's invoice. Don't panic — and don't begin making accusations. Edmunds.com can't track all regional fees, such as advertising costs. So, as a rule of thumb, consider the charges on the dealer's invoice to be nonnegotiable. However, if extra fees are written into the contract (such as "D&H" or "Administrative Costs") which seem bogus or redundant, ask to have them removed, or say you will take your business to another dealership. For more information about this crucial point in the process read Invoice Scams and Sudden Extras.
Source: edmunds.com
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Step 7 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Negotiating for your lowest price
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Many buyers like to handle the question of price before they even go to the dealer. Internet salespeople are willing to discuss price over the phone — even by e-mail. This wasn't the case a few years ago when the salesperson wanted you in his office before he would get down to brass tacks and talk price.
It's quite possible that, in your calls to various Internet departments, the selling price of the car has already come up. Often Internet salespeople will volunteer the selling price of their car since they know this is the make-or-break factor in most buyers' decision making process. If the price they've quoted is at or below Edmunds.com's TMV, then you are already in the right range to buy the car. If you want to try to improve the deal, you have a few options.
Everyone has their own idea of what makes a good deal, but most people just want to know they got a fair price. Here, TMV will be your best guide. If you want to try for a rock-bottom price, start by getting bids from three local dealers. Follow this up by taking the lowest price, calling the two other dealerships and saying, "I've been offered this car at this price. If you beat it I'll buy it from you." They almost certainly will. However, keep in mind that you can't play this game forever. Eventually, they will give you a take-it-or-leave-it price. For more on getting the best price, read Negotiating 101
Also, be warned that if you ask the dealer to cut his profit, he might try to take it back somewhere else. Remember, a good deal isn't just the lowest selling price. It's the lowest total out-the-door cost on a car that meets your needs. This means that to ensure you get a fair deal you have to be vigilant throughout the entire purchase process, even after you and the salesman agree on a price.
Source: edmunds.com
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Many buyers like to handle the question of price before they even go to the dealer. Internet salespeople are willing to discuss price over the phone — even by e-mail. This wasn't the case a few years ago when the salesperson wanted you in his office before he would get down to brass tacks and talk price.
It's quite possible that, in your calls to various Internet departments, the selling price of the car has already come up. Often Internet salespeople will volunteer the selling price of their car since they know this is the make-or-break factor in most buyers' decision making process. If the price they've quoted is at or below Edmunds.com's TMV, then you are already in the right range to buy the car. If you want to try to improve the deal, you have a few options.
Everyone has their own idea of what makes a good deal, but most people just want to know they got a fair price. Here, TMV will be your best guide. If you want to try for a rock-bottom price, start by getting bids from three local dealers. Follow this up by taking the lowest price, calling the two other dealerships and saying, "I've been offered this car at this price. If you beat it I'll buy it from you." They almost certainly will. However, keep in mind that you can't play this game forever. Eventually, they will give you a take-it-or-leave-it price. For more on getting the best price, read Negotiating 101
Also, be warned that if you ask the dealer to cut his profit, he might try to take it back somewhere else. Remember, a good deal isn't just the lowest selling price. It's the lowest total out-the-door cost on a car that meets your needs. This means that to ensure you get a fair deal you have to be vigilant throughout the entire purchase process, even after you and the salesman agree on a price.
Source: edmunds.com
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Step 6 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - If you are trading in your old car...
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
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If you are trading in your old car to a dealer, you will probably not get as much money toward the price of a new car as you would have if you'd sold it yourself to a private party. However, trading in offers some advantages. You can solve all of your car-buying problems in one visit to the dealer. You can unload a hard-to-sell car with no newspaper ads, DMV lines or tire-kicking buyers involved. In some states, you will even pay less sales tax on a deal that involves a trade-in.
Begin the process by looking up your car's trade-in value on Edmunds.com. The Edmunds.com True Market Value® (TMV®) Used Vehicle Appraiser will also give you trade-in values. After you plug in all of the vehicle's information (mileage, options, condition and colors) you will get a specific trade-in price. This will often be slightly different from the offers you get once you are on the car lot. At a dealership the value assigned to your trade-in varies based on the time of the month, the dealer's specific inventory and the used car manager's mood, but at least TMV will give you a rough idea of what your trade-in is worth.
If it's important to you to get the maximum value for your trade-in, you should visit several dealerships and solicit bids. Tell the salesperson that the sale of a new car will be contingent on the amount he or she will give you for your trade-in. Also, tell them you are visiting several dealerships. With a little legwork, you may be able to boost the price you get for your old car by several hundred dollars or more. Remember, the extra effort you spend in getting competitive bids is far less than what it would take to advertise, show and sell the car yourself.
Source:edmunds.com
Begin the process by looking up your car's trade-in value on Edmunds.com. The Edmunds.com True Market Value® (TMV®) Used Vehicle Appraiser will also give you trade-in values. After you plug in all of the vehicle's information (mileage, options, condition and colors) you will get a specific trade-in price. This will often be slightly different from the offers you get once you are on the car lot. At a dealership the value assigned to your trade-in varies based on the time of the month, the dealer's specific inventory and the used car manager's mood, but at least TMV will give you a rough idea of what your trade-in is worth.
If it's important to you to get the maximum value for your trade-in, you should visit several dealerships and solicit bids. Tell the salesperson that the sale of a new car will be contingent on the amount he or she will give you for your trade-in. Also, tell them you are visiting several dealerships. With a little legwork, you may be able to boost the price you get for your old car by several hundred dollars or more. Remember, the extra effort you spend in getting competitive bids is far less than what it would take to advertise, show and sell the car yourself.
Source:edmunds.com
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Step 5 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Test driving the car salesman
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
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As you call dealerships to locate the exact car you want to buy, you can also test drive the car salesman. In other words, you can determine if this is a person you want to do business with. It's a good idea to consider this issue ahead of time, before you get to the deal-making phase of the process.
The first way to evaluate a good salesperson is to ask yourself if you feel comfortable dealing with them. Are they impatient and pushy? Or are they relaxed and open? If you asked them about a specific car's availability, did they respond to your needs? Or did they try to steer you toward another car simply because they have too many of that model in stock? Do they return your phone calls? Do they answer your questions in a straightforward manner? Or are they evasive and confusing?
By considering these issues you should have a sense of whether or not you want to buy from this salesperson. If you feel comfortable with the individual when researching by phone, and if the dealership does indeed have the car you're interested in, set up a time to test drive the car, preferably when the dealership will not be very busy, such as a weekday morning. Before heading to the car lot, review all your notes and make sure you bring your car-buying folder. This might include your checkbook, registration and proof of insurance. Keep in mind that you're bringing these items so you'll be ready to buy a car if you get a fair deal. Don't feel obligated to purchase a car simply because you have all the necessary paperwork with you or because you test drove the car.
Source: endmunds.comThe first way to evaluate a good salesperson is to ask yourself if you feel comfortable dealing with them. Are they impatient and pushy? Or are they relaxed and open? If you asked them about a specific car's availability, did they respond to your needs? Or did they try to steer you toward another car simply because they have too many of that model in stock? Do they return your phone calls? Do they answer your questions in a straightforward manner? Or are they evasive and confusing?
By considering these issues you should have a sense of whether or not you want to buy from this salesperson. If you feel comfortable with the individual when researching by phone, and if the dealership does indeed have the car you're interested in, set up a time to test drive the car, preferably when the dealership will not be very busy, such as a weekday morning. Before heading to the car lot, review all your notes and make sure you bring your car-buying folder. This might include your checkbook, registration and proof of insurance. Keep in mind that you're bringing these items so you'll be ready to buy a car if you get a fair deal. Don't feel obligated to purchase a car simply because you have all the necessary paperwork with you or because you test drove the car.
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step 4 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Finding the exact car you want to buy
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
You should now have a very specific idea of the car you want to buy. This means you know the make, model, trim level, options and color. The more flexible you can be about these specifics, the wider the range of the cars you'll find available for sale. Ultimately, the ability to consider several versions of the same model can give you additional bargaining power. For example, a shopper might be very firm about the make, model and trim level, but could accept a variety of options and colors. If you're a shopper who definitely wants hard-to-find options and a specific color, it will be more difficult to make a great deal. Why? You have no leverage as a negotiator. You have to pay the dealer's price or try to locate another identical vehicle. Obviously, if you do find the exact car you're looking for, there's no need to volunteer this information to the dealership.
In any case, locate the exact car you want by sending e-mails to the Internet managers of dealers in your area. On Edmunds.com, you can simultaneously solicit quotes from multiple dealers. In many cases, you will have to follow up with a phone call. Say something like: "I'm looking for a 2003 Matsura Accell. I'm not too fussy about the color but I don't want black or white. I want ABS and side airbags. What do you have on your lot?" Often the salesperson will have to check his inventory and call you back. After a few phone calls you will have a good idea of how widely available the car is. If there are several dealerships offering the same car, you will be in a better position to make a good deal.
As you make phone calls and exchange e-mails, take careful notes. You should record information about each car you locate, including the color, options, and the dealership name. This will save time as you continue through the shopping process.
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You should now have a very specific idea of the car you want to buy. This means you know the make, model, trim level, options and color. The more flexible you can be about these specifics, the wider the range of the cars you'll find available for sale. Ultimately, the ability to consider several versions of the same model can give you additional bargaining power. For example, a shopper might be very firm about the make, model and trim level, but could accept a variety of options and colors. If you're a shopper who definitely wants hard-to-find options and a specific color, it will be more difficult to make a great deal. Why? You have no leverage as a negotiator. You have to pay the dealer's price or try to locate another identical vehicle. Obviously, if you do find the exact car you're looking for, there's no need to volunteer this information to the dealership.
In any case, locate the exact car you want by sending e-mails to the Internet managers of dealers in your area. On Edmunds.com, you can simultaneously solicit quotes from multiple dealers. In many cases, you will have to follow up with a phone call. Say something like: "I'm looking for a 2003 Matsura Accell. I'm not too fussy about the color but I don't want black or white. I want ABS and side airbags. What do you have on your lot?" Often the salesperson will have to check his inventory and call you back. After a few phone calls you will have a good idea of how widely available the car is. If there are several dealerships offering the same car, you will be in a better position to make a good deal.
As you make phone calls and exchange e-mails, take careful notes. You should record information about each car you locate, including the color, options, and the dealership name. This will save time as you continue through the shopping process.
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Thursday, August 14, 2008
Step 3 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car ; - Pricing the car
By: Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Car salesmen will usually point to a car's "sticker price" as the amount you have to pay. However, the price the dealership is willing to sell a car for is often well below the sticker price. How do you know what to pay? Edmunds.com has created a valuable tool for car buyers called True Market Value (TMV®) pricing. Based on actual sales figures, TMV is the average price buyers are paying (also known as the "transaction price") for a certain type of car in your area. The TMV figures, found on Edmunds.com, are adjusted for many factors including options, geographic region and color.
To calculate TMV, begin by looking up the car you want to buy on Edmunds.com. Follow the prompts to arrive at a final TMV price with options for the exact car you are buying. Keep in mind that this price includes the destination charge, which is levied by all manufacturers. (However, the invoice price might vary in certain regions where advertising costs and other fees are included. Edmunds recommends paying the fees listed on the invoice, but questioning any advertising fees that appear on the purchase contract.)
Now it's time to factor in the incentives and rebates you researched and printed in the previous step. Take the final TMV price and deduct the amount of the cash rebate. In other words, you create your best deal based on TMV, and then lower it by whatever the rebate is. If you are going to use low-interest financing, calculate your final buying price, then use our payment calculator to find your monthly payment.
Print these figures — the TMV, the incentives and the monthly payment — and carry them with you for reference as you continue the car-buying process.
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Car salesmen will usually point to a car's "sticker price" as the amount you have to pay. However, the price the dealership is willing to sell a car for is often well below the sticker price. How do you know what to pay? Edmunds.com has created a valuable tool for car buyers called True Market Value (TMV®) pricing. Based on actual sales figures, TMV is the average price buyers are paying (also known as the "transaction price") for a certain type of car in your area. The TMV figures, found on Edmunds.com, are adjusted for many factors including options, geographic region and color.
To calculate TMV, begin by looking up the car you want to buy on Edmunds.com. Follow the prompts to arrive at a final TMV price with options for the exact car you are buying. Keep in mind that this price includes the destination charge, which is levied by all manufacturers. (However, the invoice price might vary in certain regions where advertising costs and other fees are included. Edmunds recommends paying the fees listed on the invoice, but questioning any advertising fees that appear on the purchase contract.)
Now it's time to factor in the incentives and rebates you researched and printed in the previous step. Take the final TMV price and deduct the amount of the cash rebate. In other words, you create your best deal based on TMV, and then lower it by whatever the rebate is. If you are going to use low-interest financing, calculate your final buying price, then use our payment calculator to find your monthly payment.
Print these figures — the TMV, the incentives and the monthly payment — and carry them with you for reference as you continue the car-buying process.
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Step 2 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Using incentives and rebates.
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Today's new car market is crowded and competitive. Many new cars are offered for sale with attractive incentives to make you choose a particular model. In some cases, the cars with the best incentives are those that aren't selling very well on their own.
An incentive is anything that gives you an added reason to buy a particular car. Often, however, it comes in the form of a cash rebate or low-interest financing. A car might be selling for $22,000 but the manufacturer is offering $3,000 in customer cash for a final price of $19,000. In another example, a $22,000 car financed for five years at six percent would have a monthly payment of about $550. But with zero-percent financing, the payment is roughly $480. That's a huge savings to you.
Check the Edmunds.com Web site for the latest incentives and rebates available for the car you want to buy. You can also watch for TV and newspaper promotions but, remember, the incentives don't apply to all models and are not offered in all regions of the country. Furthermore, your credit must be very good to get the low-interest financing. And finally, keep in mind that there are some hidden incentives paid directly to dealers to push certain cars. Edmunds.com tracks this so-called "dealer cash" as well, and posts the information in the incentives and rebates section of our Web site.
Research what incentives, if any, are offered for the car you want to buy. Print out this information and keep it in your car-buying folder as you move to the next step.
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Today's new car market is crowded and competitive. Many new cars are offered for sale with attractive incentives to make you choose a particular model. In some cases, the cars with the best incentives are those that aren't selling very well on their own.
An incentive is anything that gives you an added reason to buy a particular car. Often, however, it comes in the form of a cash rebate or low-interest financing. A car might be selling for $22,000 but the manufacturer is offering $3,000 in customer cash for a final price of $19,000. In another example, a $22,000 car financed for five years at six percent would have a monthly payment of about $550. But with zero-percent financing, the payment is roughly $480. That's a huge savings to you.
Check the Edmunds.com Web site for the latest incentives and rebates available for the car you want to buy. You can also watch for TV and newspaper promotions but, remember, the incentives don't apply to all models and are not offered in all regions of the country. Furthermore, your credit must be very good to get the low-interest financing. And finally, keep in mind that there are some hidden incentives paid directly to dealers to push certain cars. Edmunds.com tracks this so-called "dealer cash" as well, and posts the information in the incentives and rebates section of our Web site.
Research what incentives, if any, are offered for the car you want to buy. Print out this information and keep it in your car-buying folder as you move to the next step.
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Step 1 of 10 Steps to Buying a New Car ; - Starting out.
by : Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
These steps will help you to locate the specific car you want, and at a price that is fair to both you and the dealer. By now, you should have done plenty of research to determine which is the best car to suit your needs. And, you should have a good idea of what to pay for the car you want. Now you need to narrow the research even more. You will soon be finding the exact car you want to buy — with the options you have chosen — and then you will be determining a target price to pay. If you have done your homework, this will be a fairly easy process with no unexpected surprises.
Buying a car is a big investment, but it can be exciting and rewarding, especially if you feel like you got the right car at a fair price.
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These steps will help you to locate the specific car you want, and at a price that is fair to both you and the dealer. By now, you should have done plenty of research to determine which is the best car to suit your needs. And, you should have a good idea of what to pay for the car you want. Now you need to narrow the research even more. You will soon be finding the exact car you want to buy — with the options you have chosen — and then you will be determining a target price to pay. If you have done your homework, this will be a fairly easy process with no unexpected surprises.
Buying a car is a big investment, but it can be exciting and rewarding, especially if you feel like you got the right car at a fair price.
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Wednesday, August 13, 2008
10 Steps to Buying a New Car : - Introduction
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
The following steps will tell you how to locate, price and negotiate to buy the car you want. If you still don't know what car to buy, read 10 Steps to Finding the Right Car for You and then come back after you have decided.
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The following steps will tell you how to locate, price and negotiate to buy the car you want. If you still don't know what car to buy, read 10 Steps to Finding the Right Car for You and then come back after you have decided.
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Tire Maintenance Tips
Tire is an important part of a car. The accident often occurs because of the bad tires. Therefore the maintenance of tires is very important for the owners of cars. The following is Tire Maintenance Tips quoted from www.insidercarsecrets.com
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With all the talk on the news about Firestone's tire problems, I thought I'd tell you how to get the most value and safety out of your tires.
Rotate your tires, front to rear, at the most every 6000 miles. I do mine at 4000 miles. This is especially important on front wheel drive vehicles.
The tires on the front will wear faster than the rears, and if you don't equalize that wear you will be buying 2 tires very prematurely.
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With all the talk on the news about Firestone's tire problems, I thought I'd tell you how to get the most value and safety out of your tires.
Rotate your tires, front to rear, at the most every 6000 miles. I do mine at 4000 miles. This is especially important on front wheel drive vehicles.
The tires on the front will wear faster than the rears, and if you don't equalize that wear you will be buying 2 tires very prematurely.
Step 10 of 10 Steps to Selling Your Car : - After the Sale
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
n most states, the condition of a used car for sale is considered "as is" and no warranty is provided or implied. Therefore, if the car breaks down after you have sold it, you are under no obligation to refund the buyer's money or pay to have it repaired. If you have sold a car to someone who took it for inspection at a garage and the mechanic found nothing wrong with it, you have done all you can to protect yourself and the buyer.
he best way to feel peace of mind after selling your used car is to make sure you did everything correctly. This means being open about the condition of the car before the sale and timely and complete in transferring DMV paperwork after the sale.
When done correctly, selling a used car can be a win-win situation. You have turned your used car into cash and provided reliable transportation for the next owner. Focus on the benefits to both parties and you are likely to have a smooth and profitable experience
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n most states, the condition of a used car for sale is considered "as is" and no warranty is provided or implied. Therefore, if the car breaks down after you have sold it, you are under no obligation to refund the buyer's money or pay to have it repaired. If you have sold a car to someone who took it for inspection at a garage and the mechanic found nothing wrong with it, you have done all you can to protect yourself and the buyer.
he best way to feel peace of mind after selling your used car is to make sure you did everything correctly. This means being open about the condition of the car before the sale and timely and complete in transferring DMV paperwork after the sale.
When done correctly, selling a used car can be a win-win situation. You have turned your used car into cash and provided reliable transportation for the next owner. Focus on the benefits to both parties and you are likely to have a smooth and profitable experience
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Step 9 of 10 Steps to Selling Your Car :: - Finalize the Sale
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Rules governing the sale of motor vehicles vary somewhat from state to state. Make sure you check with the department of motor vehicles (DMV) in your state, and keep in mind that much of the information is now available on DMV Web sites.
When selling your car, it's important to limit your liability. If someone drives away in the car you just sold, and they get into an accident, can you be held responsible? There are two ways to deal with this concern.
Once you have the money from the sale (it's customary to request either cash or a cashier's check), record the odometer reading and sign the car's title over to the buyer. In some states, the license plates go along with the car. A new title will be issued and mailed to the new owner. Additionally, in most states, a release of liability form can be downloaded from the DMV web site. Fill this out, along with the car's mileage, and mail it in as soon as the car is sold. This establishes the time at which the car left your possession.
But what if you still owe money on the car, and the bank is holding the title? One way to deal with this is to conclude the sale at the bank where the title is held. Call ahead and have the title ready. Then, once money has changed hands and the bank has been paid the balance of the loan, sign the title over to the buyer.
In some cases, however, an out-of-state bank might hold the title. In this instance, it is recommended that you go with the buyer to the DMV and get a temporary operating permit based on a bill of sale. Then, after you pay off the balance of the loan with the proceeds from the car sale, have the title mailed to the new owner. Sign it over to the new owner and the transaction is complete.
Finally, remember to contact your insurance agent to cancel your policy on the vehicle you have sold (or transfer the coverage to your new car).
Before your car drives away for the final time, take a last look through the glove compartment, the trunk and under the seats. You might find some long forgotten treasures you misplaced years ago.
Source: edmunds.com
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Rules governing the sale of motor vehicles vary somewhat from state to state. Make sure you check with the department of motor vehicles (DMV) in your state, and keep in mind that much of the information is now available on DMV Web sites.
When selling your car, it's important to limit your liability. If someone drives away in the car you just sold, and they get into an accident, can you be held responsible? There are two ways to deal with this concern.
Once you have the money from the sale (it's customary to request either cash or a cashier's check), record the odometer reading and sign the car's title over to the buyer. In some states, the license plates go along with the car. A new title will be issued and mailed to the new owner. Additionally, in most states, a release of liability form can be downloaded from the DMV web site. Fill this out, along with the car's mileage, and mail it in as soon as the car is sold. This establishes the time at which the car left your possession.
But what if you still owe money on the car, and the bank is holding the title? One way to deal with this is to conclude the sale at the bank where the title is held. Call ahead and have the title ready. Then, once money has changed hands and the bank has been paid the balance of the loan, sign the title over to the buyer.
In some cases, however, an out-of-state bank might hold the title. In this instance, it is recommended that you go with the buyer to the DMV and get a temporary operating permit based on a bill of sale. Then, after you pay off the balance of the loan with the proceeds from the car sale, have the title mailed to the new owner. Sign it over to the new owner and the transaction is complete.
Finally, remember to contact your insurance agent to cancel your policy on the vehicle you have sold (or transfer the coverage to your new car).
Before your car drives away for the final time, take a last look through the glove compartment, the trunk and under the seats. You might find some long forgotten treasures you misplaced years ago.
Source: edmunds.com
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Step 8 of 10 Steps to Selling Your Car : - Handling Complications
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
In some cases, you might reach an agreement with a buyer that is contingent on performing repair work on the car. This can lead to misunderstandings down the line, so avoid this if you can. The best thing to do is have your car in good running order while being fully aware of any necessary repairs. If you state clearly in your ads that the car is being sold "as is," you can refer to this statement when it's time to close the deal.
Still, a trip to the prospective buyer's mechanic might turn up a new question about the car's condition. What to do?
This must be handled on a case-by-case basis. If the repair is needed, and you trust the mechanic's assessment, you could propose reducing the agreed-upon price by all, or part, of the amount for the repair. If the repair is questionable, but the buyer is insistent, split the difference, or have the car taken to your mechanic for further evaluation.
Remember, the older the car, the more a mechanic is likely to find. At some point, you have to draw the line. You may have to say to the buyer, "True, this work could be done. But the car drives well as it is. And the proposed repair isn't addressing a safety concern." After all, a used car — particularly an elderly one — isn't expected to be perfect.
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In some cases, you might reach an agreement with a buyer that is contingent on performing repair work on the car. This can lead to misunderstandings down the line, so avoid this if you can. The best thing to do is have your car in good running order while being fully aware of any necessary repairs. If you state clearly in your ads that the car is being sold "as is," you can refer to this statement when it's time to close the deal.
Still, a trip to the prospective buyer's mechanic might turn up a new question about the car's condition. What to do?
This must be handled on a case-by-case basis. If the repair is needed, and you trust the mechanic's assessment, you could propose reducing the agreed-upon price by all, or part, of the amount for the repair. If the repair is questionable, but the buyer is insistent, split the difference, or have the car taken to your mechanic for further evaluation.
Remember, the older the car, the more a mechanic is likely to find. At some point, you have to draw the line. You may have to say to the buyer, "True, this work could be done. But the car drives well as it is. And the proposed repair isn't addressing a safety concern." After all, a used car — particularly an elderly one — isn't expected to be perfect.
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Step 7 of 10 Steps to Selling Your Car : - Negotiate For Your Best Price
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
If a person comes to look at the car and it passes their approval after a test-drive, you can expect them to make an offer. Most people are uncomfortable negotiating, so their opening offer might take several forms.
"I like the car, but…." This is the softest way to negotiate on the price. They may not even state that the price seems too high. If they say, "I like the car, but…" and then lapse into uncomfortable silence, you might consider an appropriate response. If you really want to move the car, you could say, "How much would you be willing to pay?"
"What's your best price?" This is a more direct way to probe the seller to find out how much he or she will come down. If you get this from a prospective buyer, don't seem too eager to reduce your price.
"Would you accept…?" Now we're getting somewhere. This buyer has thought it over and is making an offer. But the offer is being presented in a polite manner designed to allow for a counter offer.
"Take it or leave it." This buyer is making an offer that supposedly leaves no room for a counter offer. In reality, this buyer might be bluffing. Still, they are sending a message that they are close to their final price. The only way to know for sure whether it really is a "take it or leave it" offer is to leave it — and let them leave. They may return tomorrow ready to pay your price.
The above are just a few of the openers you might encounter. Think of your responses ahead of time so you won't be caught unprepared. In general, it's a good idea to hold to your price when your car first goes up for sale. If you don't get any buyers right away, you'll know you have to be flexible about the price.
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If a person comes to look at the car and it passes their approval after a test-drive, you can expect them to make an offer. Most people are uncomfortable negotiating, so their opening offer might take several forms.
"I like the car, but…." This is the softest way to negotiate on the price. They may not even state that the price seems too high. If they say, "I like the car, but…" and then lapse into uncomfortable silence, you might consider an appropriate response. If you really want to move the car, you could say, "How much would you be willing to pay?"
"What's your best price?" This is a more direct way to probe the seller to find out how much he or she will come down. If you get this from a prospective buyer, don't seem too eager to reduce your price.
"Would you accept…?" Now we're getting somewhere. This buyer has thought it over and is making an offer. But the offer is being presented in a polite manner designed to allow for a counter offer.
"Take it or leave it." This buyer is making an offer that supposedly leaves no room for a counter offer. In reality, this buyer might be bluffing. Still, they are sending a message that they are close to their final price. The only way to know for sure whether it really is a "take it or leave it" offer is to leave it — and let them leave. They may return tomorrow ready to pay your price.
The above are just a few of the openers you might encounter. Think of your responses ahead of time so you won't be caught unprepared. In general, it's a good idea to hold to your price when your car first goes up for sale. If you don't get any buyers right away, you'll know you have to be flexible about the price.
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Step 6 of 10 Steps to Selling Your Car : - Showing Your Car
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
Keep in mind that when you sell your car, people will also be evaluating you. They will be thinking something like, "Here's the person who's owned this car for the past few years. Do I trust him/her?" Make the buyers feel comfortable. They will probably be uneasy about making a big decision and spending money. Put them at ease and answer their questions openly.
Potential buyers will want to test-drive the car. If in doubt, check to make sure they have a driver license. Ride along with them so you can answer any questions about the car's history and performance. Also, they may not know the area, so you might have to guide them.
There are many unexpected bumps in the road that can arise while selling a used car. These will be handled easily if you are dealing with a reasonable person. So, as you are contacted by prospective buyers, use your intuition to evaluate them. If they seem difficult, pushy or even shady, wait for another buyer. With the right person, selling a used car should be simple.
Some sellers feel uncomfortable about having buyers come to their house to see the car. However, you can generally screen buyers on the phone. If they sound suspicious, don't do business with them. If you don't want people knowing where you live, arrange to show the car at a park or shopping center near your home. However, keep in mind that people will eventually see your address when you sign the title over to them.
Some buyers will want to take the car to a mechanic to have it inspected. If you have an inspection report from your mechanic, this might put their doubts to rest. However, if they still want to take the car to their mechanic, this is a reasonable request. By now, you should have a feeling for the person's trustworthiness. If you feel uncomfortable or have reason to think they will steal the car, decline the offer or go along with them.
Be ready for trick questions such as, "So, what's really wrong with the car?" If you get this, refer them to the mechanic's report or invite them to look over the car more carefully.
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Keep in mind that when you sell your car, people will also be evaluating you. They will be thinking something like, "Here's the person who's owned this car for the past few years. Do I trust him/her?" Make the buyers feel comfortable. They will probably be uneasy about making a big decision and spending money. Put them at ease and answer their questions openly.
Potential buyers will want to test-drive the car. If in doubt, check to make sure they have a driver license. Ride along with them so you can answer any questions about the car's history and performance. Also, they may not know the area, so you might have to guide them.
There are many unexpected bumps in the road that can arise while selling a used car. These will be handled easily if you are dealing with a reasonable person. So, as you are contacted by prospective buyers, use your intuition to evaluate them. If they seem difficult, pushy or even shady, wait for another buyer. With the right person, selling a used car should be simple.
Some sellers feel uncomfortable about having buyers come to their house to see the car. However, you can generally screen buyers on the phone. If they sound suspicious, don't do business with them. If you don't want people knowing where you live, arrange to show the car at a park or shopping center near your home. However, keep in mind that people will eventually see your address when you sign the title over to them.
Some buyers will want to take the car to a mechanic to have it inspected. If you have an inspection report from your mechanic, this might put their doubts to rest. However, if they still want to take the car to their mechanic, this is a reasonable request. By now, you should have a feeling for the person's trustworthiness. If you feel uncomfortable or have reason to think they will steal the car, decline the offer or go along with them.
Be ready for trick questions such as, "So, what's really wrong with the car?" If you get this, refer them to the mechanic's report or invite them to look over the car more carefully.
Source: edmunds.com
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