Cars & Transportation - 5 September 2007

I currently have a Chevy Cobalt ('05). I bought it new, but have always had minor, mostly aesthetic problems with it (the silver trim on the inside is coming off, minor rattling under the hood, etc.) It has great gas mileage and is strong enough for a little car, but my parents, who paid for the car, are urging me to invest in a new one in case the Cobalt goes to crap quicker than it already has.

I am very interested in the Hyundai Tiburon, but I've heard bad reviews as far as power go. A Mitsubishi Eclipse is also a potential for me. I was also looking at Dodge Avengers, but for the most part the options aren't what I want, so we'll stick with the first two.

So, from anyone who has a little experience (not just reading reviews, I can do that too), mainly out of my '05 Cobalt and the '07 Tiburon, which would be better? Keep in mind that I know neither may be perfect - but if I have to decide, will I be better off w/a Tib. or will it work out the same as my Cobalt?

2007-09-05 14:16:58 · 6 answers · asked by TelleyJade 3 in Buying & Selling

2007-09-05 14:16:53 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

warranty is for 2 years, is 17k a ton of miles for a bike? how long do bikes usually last? The bike is a suzuki sv650s thanks!

2007-09-05 14:12:20 · 7 answers · asked by mike j 2 in Motorcycles

I'm a college student and I have to drive 54 miles a day. I currently drive a 1998 Explorer Sport and the gas mileage is killing me (around 16 mpg). So what is a good car for under or right around $12000? Thanks for any help!

2007-09-05 14:10:25 · 6 answers · asked by lonewolfshel 3 in Buying & Selling

This is so we can charge our cell phone. It is just like the cigarette adapters in cars.

2007-09-05 14:10:01 · 4 answers · asked by madeline_42000 1 in Motorcycles

how much do the average garage shop charge for labor, to put turbo into a car? thankyou

2007-09-05 14:08:12 · 4 answers · asked by helloguy 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

Manual transmission

2007-09-05 14:06:32 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

lap belt

2007-09-05 14:05:41 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Safety

having trouble figuring out the eletrical system on my suzuki quad 230 would like to know what does what . like where do the wires go from the motor and what's the proper ignition wiring..

2007-09-05 14:05:03 · 2 answers · asked by sherekahn 1 in Motorcycles

I have had my Pacifica for a little over a year now, it was bought "pre-owned". The gas mileage was about 22 mpg at the time of purchase, now I am only getting about 20 mpg. Everything has been done as far a regular maintence. I don't know why I seem to be decreasing in gas mileage and I drive a lot so a little decrease makes a difference. I drive the same roads all the time so highway/city shouldn't be making any difference for me. Is there any thing I can do myself without going to the mechanic? Is there anything I need to have my mechanic look for? Thanks for your help!

2007-09-05 13:49:14 · 2 answers · asked by coltqueen 5 in Chrysler

so i will be getting my license in november(im really excited)
but anyways im not sure what kind of car i want.
i was thinking of a mini cooper but how much are they and i dont plan on getting a brand new one i want a used one.
and i really like vw bugs but my dad was telling me there really bad cars and the engine is in the back i really dont know if he was lieing.
but i also like hondas b/c there small and cheap.
so help me out here.
and what other car do you think are cute and affordable

2007-09-05 13:48:01 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

Just had the engine rebuilt, carb is like new and fuel is flowing through it but not getting to the cylinder. noticed when i looked through the intake port that the valve isn't moving but the the engine does turn with the pull start. could the cam shaft be put in wrong?

2007-09-05 13:46:08 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Motorcycles

i would really appreciate if someone could get me a carfax report!! i really like this car and its cheap but i think theres something fishy about it, im broke and this car is the only thing i can afford. if you have the unlimited reports please do me this favor!?!
VIN 1HGEJ6 125VL1 16839

thanks in advance!

2007-09-05 13:34:11 · 5 answers · asked by G 1 in Buying & Selling

It is funny watching the young sport bike riders out there trying to show off. Usually people in their teens or 20s. When they stop at a red light, they look around at everyone in the cars like they are so cool. Are you having an identity crisis? Come on, the people in their cars do not know who you are so why are you trying to show off for people you will never know. LOL. Also, you get all of this gear that matches your bike so that you will "look" cool/pretty riding around. Give me a break. You are causing us all to doubt your heterosexuality. Ride your bike because you want decent transportation, not because you want to try to impress people or use it as a fashion statement.

2007-09-05 13:33:27 · 20 answers · asked by jerry_taylor31 1 in Motorcycles

2007-09-05 13:31:56 · 4 answers · asked by MEnMA 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Handicap accessible

2007-09-05 13:20:48 · 4 answers · asked by Richard H 2 in Rail

i heard that a sos pad or brillo pad or any steel wool will hurt a chrome wheel and make them rust any truth to this

2007-09-05 13:08:16 · 8 answers · asked by bigmike 2 in Other - Cars & Transportation

my first time driving a stick shift im 14 by the way and i did good but i blew it i mean i was messing up on the part were you have to hold te clutch down for everything and well yeah so what you guys think?

2007-09-05 13:01:03 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

My husband just purchased a 2007 Ford Sport Trac 4WD. He says that after it sits awhile, he'll get in and, say, pull out of a parking lot. As he applies the brakes at that slow speed, they "air out" and press flat to the floor and the truck keeps moving. Pretty unnerving. He's taking it in in the morning, but I'm just wondering if anyone's heard of this? Air in the brake line? He's had it 2 weeks!

2007-09-05 13:00:58 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

What is the least amount of miles I need for an 07 civic before I can drive it on freeways? I would like to as soon as possible because it would make getting to school a lot easier (if you've been to Vegas, you know passing the strip can be a real pain lol)

Also it has about 350 miles so far, and I'm getting really tempted to get on the freeway so would it be bad if i drove on it now? What would that do to my car?

2007-09-05 12:58:03 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous in Other - Cars & Transportation

My car has been acting like it wants to die, usually just when I start it or have to accelerate really fast, but the last few days when I start it and back out of my parking spot it sounds almost as if the engine is knocking, but only untill I get going, today, after it did this, it smelled like something was burning but it didn't smell like gas or oil, then about ten miles down the road my check engine light came on, any ideas what it might be?

2007-09-05 12:56:16 · 9 answers · asked by Jeennie H 1 in Maintenance & Repairs

Its a pain in the @ss. if i want to go out for the day and choose to use bus and overground train, i have to charge my Oyster AND buy a travelcard or train ticket.

Isnt this extortion? Why cant Livingstone allow Oysters on trains too, if he GENUINELY wants to improve public transport in London?

2007-09-05 12:53:58 · 6 answers · asked by Chimera's Song 6 in Rail

the dealership prices for basic maintenance, oil changes, etc.

2007-09-05 12:52:59 · 10 answers · asked by COblonde 3 in Motorcycles

I'm trying to add a kit to my stylus, but i don't think there are any.. Are there any universal body kits?

2007-09-05 12:49:37 · 4 answers · asked by DaWooz 2 in Maintenance & Repairs

If I touch up my car with sandable primer, should I wait until I'm ready to get it painted to sand it down, or go ahead and sand it. How much would I be looking at for a decent paint job, not excellent just good>

2007-09-05 12:48:04 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Maintenance & Repairs

I wanted to get some cool looking rims. First off, what is the difference between rims and wheels. Then, what size are the wheels.

2007-09-05 12:47:32 · 5 answers · asked by Tony C 2 in Dodge

I need a step by step as to what to do once I take the hub nut of please. It is probobly something simple now. I hope!

2007-09-05 12:46:39 · 3 answers · asked by rads92 1 in GMC

I'm thinking brake booster, any other suggestions?

2007-09-05 12:42:30 · 3 answers · asked by Dave L 2 in Mercury

I figure Ive stripped the bolt somehow (after doing numerous oil changes), how do I get the bolt out now. The hex head is still connected, but as stated when I put a wrench or drill on to get it off it rotates but does not tighten or loosen.

2007-09-05 12:31:56 · 6 answers · asked by jtbigz_ga 2 in Dodge

Please give me an idea of what I want based on vehicles listed below in catagories of performance, gas mileage, and all around ranking as well as an internet sight you may know of that compares vehicles

2002 Saturn SL

1997 Chrysler Sebring

1999 Mercury Villager

2000 Dodge Durango

2007-09-05 12:24:14 · 3 answers · asked by dawn 2 in Buying & Selling