Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Jan 4th, 2008
It’s the hottest muscle car in town. The new Dodge Challenger will be an instant classic the moment it hits the streets. The new muscle car is already starting a frenzy at dealers and Chrysler announced it has already taken 9,000 orders for the car. Kathy Graham, Dodge Challenger public relations specialist, said, “We still […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Jan 4th, 2008
2009 will be marked as the return of the muscle car! The list is impressive, to say the least. Camaro, Challenger, and a new Mustang. Can you see them lined up a the lights yet? Well even though it was here, and all new 2 years ago, the Ford Mustang will be hitting the gym […]
Posted in Automotive, Car of The Year, Car Reviews on Jan 3rd, 2008
The Car.com list of top American made cars is out and I find a few surprises. First the Ford F150 is #1, no surprise in my book. But to see the Toyota Tundra as #4, which was the biggest jump from #10 was the biggest surprise. But then maybe this is why it got truck […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Dec 22nd, 2007
Chevy’s new HHR SS has reached U.S. car dealers with an unbelievable price of $22,995 including delivery. That’s pretty cheap considering the hardware your getting for that kind of money. Designed and developed completely in house by GM’s Performance Division, the HHR SS is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter Ecotec four-cylinder engine. Said engine produces […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Dec 22nd, 2007
The Chinese market is important to BMW. The German brand sells well there, and the cars are popular among consumers of that region. In fact China is one of BMW’s strongest markets. Seeing as it is so popular, it is only fitting that BMW would release the 30th Anniversary model of it’s flagship sedan, […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Dec 21st, 2007
After consistent rumors of a “Super Vette” being in the works Chevrolet has finally announced the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 V8. Many people thought it would be called “SuperSport” or maybe “SS”, but the new Vette comes to us as a reissue of the fabled ZR1 nameplate. The heart of the beast is the stuff […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews, Financing on Dec 13th, 2007
If there is a car that has always stood for good value for money it has been the Volkswagen Passat. The Passat has been the right choice for a solid, well-built, well-performing, sports sedan. On top of all this it’s German to boot! So you know the design and engineering will be innovative and forward […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews, Cost of Ownership, Financing, resale values on Dec 5th, 2007
Car pricing source Kelley Blue Book recently announced it’s picks for the cars with the best resale value in 2008. The award recognizes current and upcoming vehicles for their projected retained value five years from now (the average ownership period). These awards are designed to help consumers make more informed car-buying decisions. They help the […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Dec 5th, 2007
As usual, when it comes to sheer driving pleasure, nothing tops a BMW. They “Ultimate Driving Machine” slogan is very fitting. BMW cars are drivers cars. Every single one has a little bit of sports car in it. It’s no surprise then, that as long as there has been sport sedan comparisons, a BMW sport […]
Posted in Automotive, Car Reviews on Nov 30th, 2007
Just look at it. I mean seriously, just look, or should I say stare. This ladies and gentlemen is pure, unadulterated, Americana. The shape, the look, the attitude…The new Dodge Challenger is unmistakably an American Muscle Car. Aaah yes, muscle cars. They ” take you back “. Remind you of a time when things were […]
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