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Still Crazy After All These Years: Volkswagen Beetle 28 Feb 2010 | 07:24 pm
I was watching NBA All Star a few weeks back. In the slam dunk contest, between dunks when there's not much happening, the camera would show celebrities who were present at the arena. As the camera pa...
Best used car for $10,000 25 Feb 2010 | 08:22 am
An email found its way to my inbox a few days ago from a reader who had read my blog and wanted to buy a car. His question was: "What is the best used car for 10 thousand bucks?" So, I decided to inve...
Mystery Deal in New York 21 Feb 2010 | 04:33 am
Can you tell which car this grill belongs to? I got a text from an old friend who is a very successful lawyer in Manhattan, we go back to middle school and we both share a passion for sports cars. He...
Zorro has a new ride: Nissan 370Z 18 Feb 2010 | 12:15 am
Nissan 370Z In an attempt to find inspiration to write a review for this blog, last Sunday I rented a 2009 Shining black Nissan 370Z for one day. I had checked with the rental office two days before ...
The world is not enough: Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 13 Feb 2010 | 03:58 am
2010 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 You sit in the sport bucket seat, buckle up the seatbelt as tight as possible, set the Magnetic Ride Control dial to Sport. Give the gas pedal a few nudges, engage first ...
True Cost of Ownership 10 Feb 2010 | 10:43 pm
You're driving by a dealership and you spot that hot new car shining under the lights. You take a closer look and it's love at first sight. The price tag says $28,000. You start mental calculations an...
Dodge Challenger 9 Feb 2010 | 04:47 am
Pros: Powerful engine, athletic handling, comfortable cabin Cons: Too big, too heavy, not a very communicative steering If you're old enough to remember the 70's, you can surely recall the movie ...
How to buy a car 7 Feb 2010 | 09:10 pm
Buying a car, whether used or new, can be a nightmare. You're up against the dealer, an opponent who's sole purpose is to get the most money out of your wallet, and he's good at it too. Truth be to...
Ford Mustang 2010 6 Feb 2010 | 09:49 pm
Ford Mustang GT 2010 Pros: Great looks, powerful engine, affordable price Cons: Uninspiring interior, live rear axle Bullit: a detective film starring Steve McQueen set in 1968 San Francisco. The mo...
