The Death Of The Muscle Car - My First Case

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How could muscle cars, the most powerful affordable cars the world had seen, lose their oomph so quickly? What caused them to disappear? I'm not a private eye, not remotely like one, but this was one case I had to solve. It happened back in the 70's, but the evidence was still there. It was the case of the disappearing horsepower and this is what happened. In the era of the muscle car power was everything. It didn't matter what it was, sports car, family car, pickup; it had the biggest V-8 ...
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Jul 29 2010


How to Choose the Right Bike Rack for Your Car

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Firstly, there are two sources of professional advice you have available to you concerning roof racks. Your car's manufacturing company will often have put together a list of recommended roof-rack models and suppliers, with fitting information and particular concerns that may be relevant. A quality manufacturer should not have a problem with discussing these kinds of things with you, so try giving them call. Your second source of advice is your local roof-rack shop. A well-established business ...
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Jul 28 2010


How Used Caravans for Sale and Caravan Repairs Can Beat the Blues

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Remember when the great British holiday was really great? When it meant piling into the car and towing a caravan to the seaside; setting up in a farmer's field; taking dinner out under the awning while the kids charged around in fresh air? Sounds good, doesn't it. And it's coming back in style. The caravan is fast becoming the number one way for British people to spend their summer holidays ' cheap to pitch, great fun to be in and the only way to get guaranteed good lodgings at ...
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Jul 27 2010


Cheap Michigan Auto Insurance

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Even a cheap Michigan Auto insurance protects you against financial loss if you have an accident. It is a contract between you and the insurance company. You agree to pay the premium and the insurance company agrees to pay your losses as defined in your policy. In this state, every driver must be insured with an auto insurance policy to drive legally on the roads. Getting a cheap Michigan auto insurance quote can be an overwhelming task, but there are people out there to help; their called car ...
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Jul 26 2010


Super Exotic Sports Cars - What You Should Know, Before Spending

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Before we start, let's define the term 'super exotic sports cars'. Sports cars, by definition are borderline racing cars; boasting powerful performance and sleek looks. Their prestige makes them expensive, and thus the domain of a select few. With reference to sports cars, the term "exotic" refers to vehicles produced in very limited numbers. This of course increases their exclusivity and by virtue of this, their value. Exotic sports cars will, in all likelihood, be built by smaller ...
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Jul 25 2010


Why You Need a Used Car Inspection Before You Buy

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It is literally impossible to just look at a used car and know whether or not it runs well or is a total lemon. Unfortunately, too many people don't take the time or effort to thoroughly inspect a used vehicle, either because they don't know how to go about it or they are too trusting. One thing to keep in mind is that even if you know the seller, they may not be aware of potential problems that the vehicle has. It's not uncommon to purchase a vehicle that is previously owned and end up having ...
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Jul 24 2010


Porsche Car Covers For Top Protection

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In owning a high quality roadster such as a Porsche Boxster you are making a statement that you value quality, engineering, speed, luxury, and reliability. Few cars can match all that a Boxster does in effectively combining an exhilarating sports car ride with a sensible price. Still, owning any Porsche is an investment and you must take care to protect that investment. A custom fitted car cover is something to consider to properly shield your Porsche. After spending over sixty thousand dollars ...
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Jul 23 2010


Advice and Tips for Selecting the Best Used Cars

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When a person drives his new car out of the showroom, it immediately loses about 20% of its value. Therefore, buying a new car is a very big investment, with a very high depreciation rate. Used cars on the other hand, are available for purchase at much lower prices compared to new cars and have a lower depreciation rate. Therefore, you will find that it is always better and more cost effective to buy a used car in good condition, rather than spending money on an expensive new ...
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Jul 22 2010


Cheap Used Cars: How Can I Find One?

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With the economy on the brink of a recession, finding deals has become more important than ever, especially when buying an expensive item such as a car. Which is why the search for cheap used cars is on the rise. While it takes some time to find that perfect deal, finding a great car at an affordable price does not have to be such as pain. Your first option is to look in your local newspaper under the classified section. You can usually find some pretty good bargains from private sellers there ...
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Jul 21 2010


Advantages of Buying a Used Car

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There are some great advantages of buying a previously owned car. Previously owned cars offer great value for money as they are competitively priced. With lease cars coming' off lease' in two or three years, these are then sold at very affordable prices. Meaning that you can have a car which is only two or three years old at far less cost than a new car. It is a well known fact that as soon as a car leaves the dealership it depreciates in value. Usually the greater the new car price the ...
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Jul 20 2010