New Cars Used: July 2010

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Old Cars Add Character to Science-Fiction Series

Recently, I checked out the new science-fiction series “Caprica,” the spin-off to the hugely popular “Battlestar Galactica” on the now-dubbed SyFy channel. And I noticed the interesting selection of prop cars: a Jaguar Mk2 and a Citroën DS.

“Caprica” is set 58 years before “Battlestar” on a planet called Caprica, which is very similar to earth, at a time much like the present. But the technology is more advanced in many regards. Androids serve as butlers. Teenagers play with a device called the holoband, which are worn like glasses but transport the wearer into a virtual world.

The show is filmed in a trippy computer graphic-enhanced version of Vancouver, where the show is filmed. It’s part Gotham and part Cloud City. The cars, however, are a blend of current models, like Smart cars, and classics. The Jaguar serves as the limousine for one of the main characters, a wealthy technology magnate played by Eric Stoltz. The Citroën DS belongs to a lawyer for a crime family on a neighboring planet

Thursday, July 8, 2010

Used Cars Tips

The most important factor to be analyzed while deciding to purchase a new car is its reliability. As reliability is an essential and foremost subject for buying a car. All cars are not manufactured with the same technology. Some models are very reliable and trustworthy while some are known for their continuous complications.

Buying used car is more complicated than buying a new one. Lot of added efforts are required.

Some of the Guidelines to be considered while going for a Used car are as follows.

Reliability: The first step to keep in mind while going for a used car is to see its reliability. The more the reliability of the car the low is its maintenance cost. The Reliable car will be free from Constant problems. So always it is worth to pay attention the car with higher reliability ratings have increased sales volumes.

Model: Selecting the best model, which suits your Budget, Your Family Situations, Your Maintenance level, fuel economy, its ability to bare different weather conditions.

Past Record: Check that the car is associated with any past accidents. If so then the car should be explored. Also Check the genuine Reason why the past user is selling the car. Check whether the car is from direct user or from auction sale.

Meter Clocking: Check for the number of kilometers the car is driven. Take the expert along with you while going to buy a car. Reversed Clocking is also the black technique used by most of the car sellers before selling a car.

Engine Problems: Check that if there are any engine problems like oil leakage, Plug Leakage, More Oil consumption, overheating, oil pump failure, Damage in the oil tank, additional noise. Its is recommended to fix all this while going to purchase a used car.

Rust Proofing: Rustproofing is an easy method for dealers to make some quick money before selling the car.

Applying Rust proofing to a used car has to be done only by qualified body shop.

Extended Warranties: Go for the warranty level of the components of the used car as it is an important phenomena. If the warranty of the most of the Auto parts are expired then it will lead to high amount spent for Repair.

Auto parts: Check thoroughly the total auto parts like Wheels, Seats, Wiper, doors and windows, Ignition access, Audio or Video level etc.

Fixing the Rate: Finally fix the suitable and negotiable price for the car depending upon its features and its model year. Take the expert along with you who have the best idea of used car. Also enquire online about the best prices for that particular car.

Used Cars Mini Cooper

So You Want To Buy A Mini Cooper

Honestly, I find it amazing that so many people are now trying to buy a Mini Cooper. Well, purchasing a Mini Cooper does have its advantages especially if you are living in San Francisco. For instance, you will be able to fit in one of the few and precious parking spaces which the city has to offer.

You will also be able to fit more seamlessly through the weaving and dodging of traffic amongst the crazy California drivers if you buy a Mini Cooper. Buying this vehicle would also ensure that you look young and fashionable. In my opinion, the whole thing is a stupid trend because the Mini Cooper just seems to be overrated and overpriced in my eyes.

My cousin decided to buy a Mini Cooper about eight months ago. His experiences with this vehicle certainly do a lot to back up my own opinions. He cashed in big time on the whole dot com boom before it all went bust. As a result, he had a bit of money to throw around, and so he decided to buy a Mini Cooper with some of his savings.

Unfortunately, he has regretted that decision since that day. The Mini Cooper turned out to be expensive to maintain and it breaks down often. My friend used to drive a Honda and so his repair bills were always quite modest. However, his repair bills have really gone through the roof since he purchased a Mini Cooper. He also discovered that the mileage is not that great for such a little car.

My friend's build is the silliest aspect about his decision to buy a Mini Cooper. You see, the dude is over six feet tall and so he naturally has long legs.

My big, hulking friend looks just outright absurd inside a Mini Cooper because he can barely fit in his little stylish car.

He also has to spend the first twenty minutes or so just stretching his legs and getting them to work again when he gets out. You would think that he would have considered this before deciding to buy a Mini Cooper, but he never did. I guess some people just are not practical.