Cars & Transportation - 18 August 2007

here are the specifics: it sat in a field for 15 years (or so the owner says); it has surface rust on almost all of it - the rust is solid, though (my pocket knife didn't plunge into the metal as i knocked it on different areas); it is white; has what owner says is a 393 (probably stock); interior has to be TOTALLY redone (from carpet & headliner to dash, gear shifter (his & hers)), guages, seats - everything; body is fairly straight; owner says that the engine turns over; didn't read odometer and it has two flat tires.

What would a person throw into rebuilding this car? Would you start from the ground and go up? Are parts easy to find for antique GTOs?

I hardly think he'll get $10k; I looked on eBay and found a running, fully operable 67 GTO for around $6k (nothing fancy).

Thanks for any tips/advice.

2007-08-18 13:32:37 · 5 answers · asked by tlc289 4 in Maintenance & Repairs

It is an Acura 2.5 TL with 173,000 miles. Oil is clean when checked, engine looks brand new. It is missin its keyless entry. Tires have good wear left. Can an Acura handle that many miles? It is only $2500 but that is how much a new transmission and a new engine would cost if it went on me. I don't know if I can trust an Acura with that many miles.

2007-08-18 13:29:30 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Acura

2007-08-18 13:28:12 · 6 answers · asked by Amina R 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Not talking about any of the so-called Lincoln Mark trucks...sorry!

So, for all the years that the Lincoln Mark coupe was built, from 1956 to 1998, what generation would you like if you was going to buy one, and if you do already own one or more, then what kind is it?

What Mark series are your most and least favorite and why?

If you have a favorite Mark series, which colors are your favorite and what are your most hated color combinations?

What Mark series would you recommend to someone who likes Marks but has a difficult time choosing a model to buy?

Thanks.

2007-08-18 13:26:08 · 15 answers · asked by Middy S 2 in Lincoln

2007-08-18 13:20:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Commuting

I had a Buell Blast 500, and still have a Honda Rebel 250. I've been down on both. I've taken the MSF safety course, and have been riding for a year. I was wondering if a slightly heavier, lower riding bike might corner better? I've been contemplating a Honda Shadow 600, which is 150 lbs heavier and 1 inch lower than the Rebel. I rode the Buell fine, as far as engine size goes, but the higher center of gravity on a sport bike requires more lean. The leaning is where I have problems. My husband was thinking lower and heavier might hug the road better without me having to lean as much. Is this a good bike to consider for my issue, or what other do you suggest? Thank you!

2007-08-18 13:18:52 · 9 answers · asked by Heather Bree 2 in Motorcycles

Toyota Camery 1996 4-cylinder

I barrowed the machine from Auto Zone. It reads: "cylinder 2 misfire detected".

After checking the cylinder #2, there is some white on the bottom of that cylinder and none on the other 3. Does this mean I need to replace spark plugs or the cylinder? And what is the price difference? Thanks :)

2007-08-18 13:18:07 · 6 answers · asked by Happy Girl 3 in Toyota

So how do you get out of paying on a repossed car that was sold to someone else, and you can't afford to keep paying the creditor?

2007-08-18 13:18:00 · 3 answers · asked by m 3 in Buying & Selling

I need some opinions on wether or not I should keep this truck. I bought it 5 months ago from a dealership for $8k. So far the alignments been adjusted 3 times, back breaks totally replaced, major tune up (the spark plugs were rusted onto the battery) and a mystery problem (turned out to be the oxygen sensor). I have spent over $3k already fixing it. Not only that, but the ball joints need replacing (another $300). I'm stuck between keeping it because i've put so much money into it now or selling it because i'm afraid in the future it'll have more problems. I didn't do my research before buying the Dakota and I see it has nothing but bad reviews. Opinions please!!!!!!

2007-08-18 13:12:36 · 11 answers · asked by Louise 4 in Dodge

i noticedon my 88 f150 my brake master cyl. was leaking, also noticed i was loosing brake pressure over a few days time, and the brake light came on and the i checked the emergency brake was OFF.i noticed the leak was where the cylinder mounted to the brake booster.so i put a new one on it and it still leaks.why and where is leaking from,even on the new master cylinder.

2007-08-18 13:12:00 · 4 answers · asked by josh_ford_289 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Im looking at buying a 2005 Ford Escape (4 cyl) and was wondering what the pros and cons are. Mostly looking at the cargo space and fuel consumption.

2007-08-18 13:07:17 · 6 answers · asked by HUBBS 2 in Ford

I got my permit a few weeks ago and always forget to take it with me. I want to make a copy or two of the permit so that i can keep it in all three cars. Are you aloud to make a copy or two of your drivers permit?
thanks

2007-08-18 12:59:16 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Insurance & Registration

2007-08-18 12:57:17 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I am planning to purchase a car with a capital one loan check. is this the same as me using cash to buy this car. Also if it is the same as cash and lets say the car cost 20000 how much should i look forward to paying if this check is the same as cash.

2007-08-18 12:46:34 · 5 answers · asked by Yeaaaaaaa W 1 in Buying & Selling

its been sitting up for 2 years. Trying to jump. got it started 2 times for about 1 minute of running time. now nothing keeps wanting to turn over but wont start. Help!

2007-08-18 12:46:17 · 3 answers · asked by michael a 1 in Chevrolet

Does he have to be there when I trade it in, if I'm still making payments?

2007-08-18 12:45:54 · 8 answers · asked by Ashley 2 in Buying & Selling

I am planning on buying a car and I want to pay cash so that I will not have to worry about the payments later. The saleperson yesterday said I was making a bad choice by paying in cash? Was he being honest? or does he have some financial motivation for having potential customers finance cars?

2007-08-18 12:45:52 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Buying & Selling

Also if there are any tips or possible electrical solutions i.e. -"thought is was my compressor but turned out to be..."
Whatever knowlegeable advice would help, I havent seen the car yet, she is out of state- thanx

2007-08-18 12:45:43 · 1 answers · asked by Justin 1 in Honda

Is there any money in it?

2007-08-18 12:36:12 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

I have a 2006 Ford Mustang that has a GT body kit on it. She has a nice little purr to her, but I want to make her louder. But not TOO loud, lol. Any ideas for add on's for looks or sound would be highly appreciated. If you want to see pics you can go to myspace page at www.myspace.com/exodos

2007-08-18 12:30:10 · 10 answers · asked by exodosgurl 4 in Ford

I have tried a re-manufactured unit but it doesn't fit properly. Hopefully I can find an original equipment (OEM) unit. All I need is the bowl on the carb.

2007-08-18 12:18:17 · 1 answers · asked by nevertheless 3 in Boats & Boating

which one of the three holes raises it up the most? all the way forward or all the way back? or is it the on in the middle? im talking about the thing thats in the rear of the bike kind of underneath the rear shock a little behind it. and how hard is it to switch this around? thanks.

2007-08-18 12:13:58 · 6 answers · asked by James G 1 in Motorcycles

I have a harley davidson ultra - its 800 yearly - my cars cost less. I am with geico

2007-08-18 12:12:06 · 20 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

Can I have Associates in Applied Science? It goes like this, If I get 18 Credits from my regular college my flight school will give me 42 credits and that will be my Associates in Applied science. Is it enough to get a job in Major Regional airlines like American Eagle or Skywest?

2007-08-18 12:02:50 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Aircraft

I was going over a bump in the road a few weeks ago and the speedometer started jumping around. Immediately after it went down to about 20km/h but increased slowly with the speed of the car which would have been about 60km/h....
Now when I turn the key into the ON posistion but don't start the engine, the speedometer goes up to about 25km/h and sits there then when I start moving (slowly) it goes up to 60km/h and sits there. When braking, the speedometer needle decreases (a bit later though) back down to about 20km/h. I disconnected a lead (the only lead) at the rear of the gearbox/diff as its a 4wd and the speedo still goes up to 20km/h and sits there.

Anyone got any quick fix for this as i don't want to fork out 500 for a instrument cluster........

2007-08-18 11:35:43 · 3 answers · asked by tb7896 3 in Maintenance & Repairs

I have checked leads, have new plugs and they are definatly sparking. This ski stopped on me suddenly while I was out. The battery is fully charged! I have to premix the fuel & oil and wounder if the ratio could be the problem? Would to much or not enough oil do this??

2007-08-18 11:31:04 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Boats & Boating

2007-08-18 11:29:29 · 10 answers · asked by Onyekachi N 1 in BMW

I compared pries from 2 dealers in 2 towns away from me. First was19.5k came out to be 21.6k Then I did it with this other guy I brought price down for 18k came out to be 20.7k. Is this a good deal the 20.7k? Im paying in full tho from a loan so yeah ^^

2007-08-18 11:19:23 · 2 answers · asked by Andre G 1 in Buying & Selling

Do pilots need degree in something? I am enroll in flight school and I am also taking general courses like English and history. Will I be fine? I have done math, up to Algebra 1.

2007-08-18 11:15:25 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Aircraft

2007-08-18 11:11:59 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles