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Re: BONKERS: Nissan Juke-R available for limited run

ridestory — Fri, 11 May 2012 12:12:13 -0000

Word around the auto blogs is pricing will be set somewhere around $60,000. Is that a lot of money? I'm not sure. You get crazy performance in what Nissan calls a city car. Sounds fun!

Re: BONKERS: Nissan Juke-R available for limited run

SanDiegoMechanic — Thu, 10 May 2012 22:58:47 -0000

I can understand the interest. For such a compact car, they've managed to successfully build it with very strong aesthetics. Though I wonder how much it will cost someone to order one of these?

Re: Top five reasons to buy a diesel

Capilano Volkswagen — Tue, 01 May 2012 14:47:15 -0000

Over 65% of Volkswagen sold in Europe are Diesels. Finally the American continent is waking up to the massive benefits. Just one example? The 2012 VW Passat TDI has a 70 Litre tank. At Highway cruising speeds, 1,500kms is realistic. That's right, 1,500kms.
We don't mean for this to sound like a sales pitch, but why would you choose anything else? Ya think gas prices are coming down anytime soon?!

Re: Car stereo upgrade options

Moe Satriani — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 10:41:28 -0000

I had no idea that you could send your audio through your Bluetooth. I have always held off on the Bluetooth because it is a little expensive, but I think that I will be getting one real soon. Can I also talk on the phone and have the other person's voice come through the radio? I am having my BMW repaired and want to have a new audio system put in. You have given me some awesome ideas! Thank you so much!

Re: The Derelicts, a short film

Car Audio installation — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 04:22:25 -0000

I love the whole concept of this short film. There is something intricately bittersweet about old cars. Also love the radiohead remix. This short film is so simple yet so powerful at the same time.

Re: New car sales show strong gains

Dan Tole — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 16:21:01 -0000

The economy has been slow to improve, but this is a good sign that things are moving in the right direction. A few years ago you wouldn't see numbers like this.

Re: Fisker Atlantic

ridestory — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 23:24:56 -0000

You may be referring to the Fisker that Beiber had chromed. It's not a finish offered by the manufacturer, just a customized version of the car. This sedan is basically the four-door version of the Karma coupe.

Re: Fisker Atlantic

SanDiegoMechanic — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 22:34:12 -0000

I saw a clip of Justin Beiber driving a Fiskar, and I can't believe that it's legal to drive a car that shiny. I think I prefer this model, it looks chic and the tint is perfect.

Re: 2013 SRT Viper

ridestory — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 14:58:19 -0000

Thanks Julian! And thank you for the link to your post and photography. American cars are much better than in years past. I think this new Viper may pull buyers away from the ZR1. And possibly from European exotics as well. The Vipers performance is certainly up to the task.

Re: 2013 SRT Viper

Julian — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 13:21:51 -0000

I'll admit, this viper is kinda dope...being that i dislike american cars and all, but i got some coverage of the 2013 SRT version of this at the NY Auto Show here: http://goo.gl/QNjDv forage thru the whole gallery

Re: The Derelicts, a short film

ridestory — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 12:00:49 -0000

Yea, that's what I like about this film. We get some insight into the "Derelict" philosophy but, more importantly, we learn about the people and their passion. It can be downright emotional! Thank you for your insight, Cindy!

Re: The Derelicts, a short film

Cindy — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:03:26 -0000

Nic Jimenez and his crew do awesome work when it comes to video, introducing us to the people behind the cars, not just the cars, and the wonderful stories that go along with them. And when "Che" gets hold of a camera, look out! He's incredible!

Re: Chrysler recalling 2004 and 2005 Jeep Liberty

ridestory — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 15:19:22 -0000

Amazing...I would say you were VERY fortunate. Let me know if you would be interested in telling your story here on Ridestory. And if you have any photos to include.

Re: Chrysler recalling 2004 and 2005 Jeep Liberty

Missing my Jeep Liberty — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:45:24 -0000

Just had a rollover with my 2004 Jeep Liberty on March 21st. Still not sure exactly what happened but lost control of the car on a country road, ended up in a deep ditch, rolling 4 times and landed upright in the dead brush on the other side of the ditch. Jeep was a total loss. I just received my recall letter about the rear suspension control arm. Going to have this checked out. During the accident, the back axle - both wheels, etc. were several yards away from where I landed. It all came off in the first roll. Not sure that is normal. I just feel very lucky to be alive and not in the hospital!!

Re: When to avoid a used car

used cars — Sun, 25 Mar 2012 04:10:04 -0000

In buying used cars, there are a lot of things to consider. The most important is to check the car engine.

Re: Hot cars that are affordable

Nate Schrader — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 13:32:45 -0000

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Let’s face it, only a small handful of people will be able to afford cars like those." ... THANK YOU! I'm glad some people try to help the common person and their car interests BD

Re: Things you didn’t know about 2012 cars

SanDiegoMechanic — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 22:28:43 -0000

The incentive motive of lowering insurance rates when the driver is practicing model behavior on the road is quite a great idea. I hope it catches on to other mediums. On the last snippet, it's quite alarming that some people switches off while they're on the road. If anyone is experiencing that, I would hope they'd rather not drive, they seem like an accident waiting to happen.

Re: Things you didn’t know about 2012 cars

Dan Tole — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:47:29 -0000

The attention span of drivers is dangerous. It's common to zone out when driving a familiar route, but anything can happen at anytime. Additional distractions like using the phone and texting are also cause for concern.

Re: Why buying online is your best bet for breakdown cover

Edwin Rose — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:33:53 -0000

I agree. Utilizing the internet to save money, time, and headaches is much, much easier. Kudos for steering consumers in the right direction.

Re: Classic cars that changed the industry

Anthony Brush — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 17:05:45 -0000

Well, a westsider knows the real worth of the old style Ford.
~Anthony

Re: Classic cars that changed the industry

Matthew Perry — Wed, 22 Feb 2012 06:30:40 -0000

pioneer avic-z130bt says that These vehicles changed people's lifestyles and habits as well as automakers' ...but old cars takes the places into the classic cars. Today , people's also like this classic cars...

Re: Why buying online is your best bet for breakdown cover

SanDiegoMechanic — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 20:33:56 -0000

The Internet really paved the way for easier comparative shopping. Although you should use the best websites and reliable tools to get the most out of your queries.

Re: Classic cars that changed the industry

Moab Meeting & Events — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 13:32:06 -0000

About Volks Wagon, readers may love this photographer's album of VW http://bit.ly/ygInuL

Re: Toyota FT-86 II Concept

Michell — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 03:20:01 -0000

Hey,nice post.Its really a great car.I love this.I’ve recommended this blog to some of my colleagues. I’m sure they’ll find it is useful as I did.

Re: Review: 2013 Porsche Boxster

SanDiegoMechanic — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 20:37:20 -0000

The gold color makes it even more luxurious. It's definitely the kind of car that you use for flash and pomp, and it definitely fits it to a T.