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Shopping for a Car with Dad

andik — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 17:47:00 +0000

It seems that as I grow older, I seem to have less interaction with my parents. It makes me sad since I spent so much time with them growing up, but I suppose things change as you get older. I feel that it is even more important to take the time to spend with them when I can as I know that they will be gone someday.

So when my father asked me to go to look at used cars in Weatherford with him, I couldn’t say no. I know that he is getting old, but shopping for cars with him would let me spend some time with him – something that we never really get to do.

Well, it sure ended up being a bit of a disaster and embarrassment. My father was looking at a Ford Explorer and he insisted that he haggle over the price. That would have been okay if he was making a reasonable offer, but less than half the stickered price wasn’t a good place to start.

After he got frustrated, he decided that we should go look at a Fort Worth Ford dealer instead. I guess a buddy of his had better luck bartering there. But I had a doctor’s appointment this afternoon, so I told him he would have to take a rain check. He wasn’t happy with that, but at least he understood why instead of making a scene. I just hope things go better next time and my dad is a little more reasonable.

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Perfect Luxury Budget Car

AutoPlace — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:28:46 +0000

Recently a list of affordable luxury cars under 30 grand was published. Second on its list is one of my favorite car brands: Audi.I really love Audi cars. Aside from its reliable German technology, Audis also come in sleek designs. I love the black 2007 Audi A4 convertible.I read that that the A4 has been launched with four engines and that it comes with ultra high tech FSI and turbo technology.

This car model is very sporty and this just suits my lifestyle perfectly. If I had my way, I would buy extra GT-1 chrome MRR wheels for extreme adventure driving. And of course, I would only buy genuine Audi wheels from reliable dealers.The high standard of workmanship and materials will definitely give one a great value for his money. Most notable of this car is its driver’s area that boasts of great ergonomics, design and function.

My friend has also recommended experimenting on running on BMW wheels to give it an adventurous corporate appeal. I think it all adds up because both Audi and BMW cars are products of German technology. And askmen.com, a reliable publication, simply hit it perfectly in including Audi in its list of affordable luxury cars!

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The appeal of Mitsubishi cars

autoJunkie — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:23:57 +0000

Being in the market for a new car, I’ve started looking around at what’s available and is well within my price range. As much as I’d love to buy a new Maybach, I’m thinking it might be prudent to stick to something a little on the lower end side of the financial spectrum.

There are literally hundreds of models of vehicles in the marketplace today. After I eliminated the ones I knew I’d never want to drive, I was able to start whittling down the numbers. For sure, I’m not in the market for a new truck this time around. Since truck sales make up nearly half of all new vehicles sold, that really cut down what I had to look at.

I have been drawn to the advertising for Mitsubishi cars of late, and decided I’d look into their offerings. I have to say that I am very impressed with their styling, affordability and the company that stands behind their manufacture.

Obviously it is also important to purchase your new car from a dealer you trust and are comfortable with. I can still remember that Toyota truck I bought with my ex-wife so many years ago. He really seemed to have a thing for her, but clearly had disdain for me. Trusting your car dealer is truly an important part of the buying process.

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Driving in Vegas

AutoPlace — Tue, 28 Apr 2009 17:48:52 +0000

We just got back from an amazing trip to Las Vegas. It was the most fun that I have ever had on a vacation before. My friends and I got a Las Vegas airport rental car before we even went to our hotel. I get really, really car sick, so taking cabs around the strip was not really an option for me. It was fun to be able to drive around anyway. I grew up in Washington D.C. so crazy traffic does not bother me at all.

We drove to all of the different casinos just to check them out. It was nice because we were able to go to all of the bigger more famous casinos but we got a room at a smaller, less expensive hotel. Getting a rental car in Las Vegas was perfect for us. The price was really reasonable and I think that it may have even been a bit cheaper than getting a taxi every time that we wanted to go somewhere. Plus, it saved me, and my friends, a whole lot of discomfort. Renting a car is worth it just to be able to drive to all of the different casinos for the buffets. Which I wouldn’t have been able to enjoy if I had to ride in a cab!

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Denver Car Hire Tips

AutoPlace — Tue, 18 Nov 2008 22:54:49 +0000

As you travel into the beautiful city of Denver, you may find yourself in need of transportation. Denver car hire is available at most of the major transportation hubs in the city, especially at the airport. You will also find locations scattered throughout the region. One of the best ways to get the most affordable price with these services is actually to book well in advance. It is helpful to book online, for example, for several reasons. If you are planning to visit Denver anytime soon, here are some reasons to book your car rental needs online.

First, you will save money with Denver airport rental cars over those you find other places when you book online. You may even find a few discounts to take advantage of while you are at it. In addition to this, you will also find that you can choose the car that you need, or at least get a good idea of what the car selection options are for you. Best of all, you can instantly get information regarding what is available, where to pick up the vehicle and the cost of it too. This is information that is not always so easy to plan for otherwise. For Denver car rentals, there has to be a consensus to rent from home before you leave.

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Rugged Sophistication with Ford

autogirl — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:59:12 +0000

When speaking for Ford cars, what easily comes to mind is high class high quality American car. Well, Ford truly embodies the American image of practicality and freedom.

Ford has always dominated in the pickup and truck markets. But now it is claiming dominance in the compact crossover market with the Ford Kuga.

The Ford Kuga boasts of a Haldex clutch system and a 2-liter turbodiesel engine that can produce a 134 brake horsepower. It is so fuel efficient that it can run a gallon for 44 miles.

According to Ford website, the Kuga comes in two variations – the Titanium trim and the Zetec trim.

Ford takes its cars seriously such that its cars are designed specially for Ford parts for optimum performance.

My car enthusiast friend advised me that when owning a Ford car, I should buy only OEM Ford parts. This should be very strictly followed especially when especially when choosing Ford racing parts which ensures additional safety when driving in great speeds. He told me the case of his brother who bought replica Suzuki parts for his car the replicas did not last long. After hearing a story like that, you can bet that I will not only take his advice, but pass it along to anyone willing to listen.

As for compact crossovers, driving one is like having the usefulness of a truck and the style of a sedan. Buying this car is really practical these days when the economy is down and we should get the most of what we spend our money for. I think this is a great place to start.

[tag] OEM Ford parts, Suzuki parts, Ford racing parts [/tag]

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What a Week!

AutoPlace — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:51:38 +0000

The first week at my new job was one of the most stressful ones that I have ever experienced in my life. I was to book everything for an upcoming business trip that my boss had and nothing was going my way. The hotel that he wanted to stay at had no vacancies, so I had to book him at one a bit further away from the convention. Having done this, I never even thought about the fact that he would need a Fort Lauderdale car rental.

It was only a few days before he was to leave that he asked me about the Fort Lauderdale rental cars and where he was to go to pick it up. I was on the phone an instant later, only to be disappointed once again by the lack of availability for the weekend.

I ended up getting him a car through a car rental Orlando. They promised to deliver the rental car to the airport for him when he arrived. I knew the price was not in the budget, but I knew we had no other choice. I explained the situation to my boss and thankfully, he did not fire me (what a sigh of relief).

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The Call of a Car

AutoPlace — Fri, 15 Aug 2008 01:04:51 +0000

OK, I am not at all a car person. I would be as happy as a clam not even owning an automobile, so that should tell you something. If someone would ask me to describe a certain car, my answer would be along the lines of “a small blue one”, and on a really astute day, I may even notice if it was a dirty or clean, but that’s about it, really.

Well, yesterday, as I parked my red Toyota Camry, something caught my eye. A car called to me! I peered inside, hoping the owner wasn’t on their way over. Now, I hesitate describing any vehicle as “cute”, but cute it was. It was a bright yellow, Mini-Cooper convertible.

Now I know what the fuss is about, and why people fall in love with a car, naming it, buying it vanity plates, and washing it every weekend. I could see myself naming this car “Minnie” and pampering her. But there appears to be problems getting Mini-Cooper suspension components from Britain. I’ll give them a few years to fix this…It will take me that long to learn to drive a stick shift and to decide if Minnie should have the Mini-Cooper racing stripes.

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