Monthly Archives: November 2009

News of wagon arrival could spark interest in used TSXs in New York

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Used TSXs in New York could be back in style when more people learn about the Acura wagon that is about to hit American shores.

The Acura TSX has always been a hot car. In fact, its sales in 2004 were only marginally lower than they were in 2008, according to HondaNews.com. The success of the TSX has been such that Acura is now planning on bringing the sport wagon edition to the U.S., according to CNET.com.

Drivers who prefer sedans over wagons will want to know that a base model 2004 TSX equipped with a manual gearbox generally sells for under $13,000, according to Edmunds.com. This car came equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that put down 205 horsepower at the wheels. That sort of muscle is rather impressive for a naturally aspirated motor of this size. This engine is a great performer that doesn’t consume too much fuel or severely damage the environment.

While drivers who want Acura wagons will have to wait until next year to pick one up, shoppers looking for used TSXs in New York can head to the dealership tonight.

Used Mazdas in New York are lighter than 2009 models

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Mazda‘s senior vice president of product development Robert Davis says the manufacturer’s older models are lighter than its newer vehicles, which could get people interested in used Proteges in New York.

Mazdas normally gain about 80 pounds every time they are redesigned, according to Automotive News. Davis says this is partly because the company often equips its latest models with bigger wheels and tires.

There are ways of shaving weight from other areas of a car to compensate for extra pounds, but they can be rather expensive. “Carbon fiber roofs and hoods are great for a BMW M5, but they are not viable in our cost structure,” Davis told the news source. The base model of the BMW Davis refers to costs more than $85,000, according to Motor Trend.

Lighter cars often get better gas mileage and can be popular with environmentally-friendly drivers. A 2003 Mazda Protege weighs about 2,635 pounds – roughly 60 pounds lighter than the 2004 Mazda 3. For this reason, used Mazdas in New York could become popular with eco-conscious individuals.

Used Passats in New Jersey might enjoy VW’s recent success

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Now that Volkswagen (VW) is the world’s largest car manufacturer, some auto buyers might start looking for used Passats in New Jersey instead of other makes.

On November 11, USA Today published an article that claims VW is now the world’s biggest car company. Toyota held the title last year and General Motors had it for 80 consecutive years before that.

VW went through a period during which consumer confidence was not working in its favor. People saw Volkswagens as relatively poorly-made cars that fell somewhere in between the Datsuns and Hondas of years ago. But now Volkswagen, Datsun (now Nissan) and Honda are some of the best cars out there.

The 2003 VW Passat W8 illustrates just how much progress the manufacturer has made since the 1980s. The alphanumeric label W8 comes from the configuration of this Passat’s motor. Many people have heard the term V8, which refers to an engine with eight cylinders whose bases come together and whose heads face apart. The W8 employs the same basic idea, except the engine resembles the letter W. Motor Trend says the W8 produces about 270 horsepower, attesting to the superior performance of the configuration.

The W8 Passat is only one of the used Volkswagens in New Jersey that might become more popular when people learn VW is the biggest name in the industry. If the manufacturer can hold on to its title next year, Volkswagens could enjoy even more success.

Chinese bidder could make buyers curious about used Volvos in New York

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Geely Automobile is a Chinese company that will likely buy Volvo from Ford and has already developed a turnaround plan for the Swedish manufacturer that could attract buyers to used S80s in New York.

Volvo has been losing money lately, according to an article recently published by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ). But Geely wants to buy the Swedish company and start building 1 million Volvos a year, though some industry experts wonder if this can be done.

“Time and again Geely has accomplished what others said was not possible,” Michael Dunne, an auto analyst, said to the news source. “But to boost sales in North America and Europe to 600,000, Geely is going to have to find a way to take a company that is losing money and market share in mature markets and turn it completely around. That would require a stroke of genius.”

With 60 percent of its Volvos selling in the West, Geely would attempt to move the remaining 400,000 elsewhere, according to the news provider. The company would keep 200,000 for its home market.

The S80 is one of the Volvos that was produced under Ford. Although Volvo’s financial performance hasn’t been impressive recently, the S80 offers a lot attractive options such as a six-speed manual gearbox and a 2.5-liter engine that gets up to 22 MPG. A 2005 S80 will generally sell for under $14,000, according to Edmunds.com – a good price for an executive sedan that’s only been on the road for four years.

While Ford and Geely haven’t yet signed a deal, it’s possible that the Chinese bidder’s presence could generate interest in used Volvos in New York.

Cindy Crawford fans might now be interested in used S-Classes in New York

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Used Mercedes in New York might start attracting more attention after former model Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber were recently photographed getting out of their S-Class.

Crawford, her husband and their two children were spotted exiting their Benz just a few days ago, according to CelebrityCarsBlog.com. The family rides in an S-Class, a model that dates back all the way to the 1950s.

Because cars made by Mercedes-Benz (MB) retain their value, a pre-owned Merc is still relatively expensive. A base model 2007 S-Class will generally sell for about $53,000, according to Edmunds.com.

Although the $50,000 price range might seem high for a car that’s two-years-old, the S-Class offers some attractive features. This MB’s 5.5-liter V8 produces over 380 horsepower. But perhaps a more impressive piece of equipment is this car’s Brake Assist Plus system that senses impending collisions and will automatically increase stopping power when needed.

Mercedes-Benz vehicles are some of the most beautiful examples of German engineering and with Cindy Crawford at the wheel they only look better. Used S-Classes in New York might enjoy a boost in sales thanks to Crawford’s family outing.

Heavy metal princess drives a Cadillac; Used CTSs in New Jersey could reap the benefits

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The Cadillac brand and used CTSs in New Jersey could become more popular now that Kelly Osborne has been sighted getting out of her personal Caddy.

Osbourne was recently photographed with her two dogs in front of a black Cadillac, according to CelebrityCarsBlog.com. Although the 25-year-old is originally from London, it appears she prefers to drive American.

One of Cadillac’s finest models is its CTS. This sedan was first released in 2003 and although it was redesigned five years later, the first and second generation look very similar. Some drivers might prefer to have a first generation model because there were more engines to choose from during this period. Individuals who want to consume the smallest amount of fuel might be interested to know that the smallest engine in the latest CTS is 3.6-liter, while the original was available with a 2.8-liter.

A base model 2006 CTS normally sells for about $17,000, according to Edmunds.com. With the smaller V6, this Caddy can get up to 19 miles to the gallon.

Heavy metal fans might start looking out for used CTSs in New Jersey when they see Osbourne pictured in front of her Cadillac.

Good news for Audi could help sales of used S4s in New Jersey

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Members of the auto industry haven’t been getting much good news lately due to the recession, but solid sales by Audi in October could get buyers interested in used S4s in New Jersey.

For most people, buying a car is a big purchase and they want to be sure they are making the right choice before making the investment. A number of factors can affect consumer confidence and the financial health of the manufacturer who produces the new or used car a person is thinking about buying is often an issue.

Few people want to buy a car made by a company that is failing or no longer exists. Last month, Audi sales trailed the company’s record high by 1.1 percent, which could inspire people to buy the company’s new and used vehicles.

One of Audi’s most aggressive models was the 2002 S4 sedan. These vehicles came equipped with a 2.7-liter twin-turbo V6 that produced more than 260 horsepower, so they normally attract a lot of attention on the used car lot. The S4 was redesigned in 2003 and then again in 2005, but the 2002 still looks quite modern.

If Audi’s sales performance keeps up, consumer confidence could improve and there could be more interest in used S4s in New Jersey and elsewhere.

Used CRVs in New York the pedigree of best-selling SUV

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Honda currently manufactures the best-selling SUV, which could partly be thanks to used CR-Vs in New York and elsewhere.

Compact SUVs are one of the most popular vehicles in the auto industry right now. Of these, Honda’s CR-V is the best-selling, according to an article published by USA Today that detailed the release of the 2010 model.

While the average age of a CR-V buyer is 52-years-old, many young Americans find the SUV hip enough for them to drive too, reports the news source. About 56 percent of the people who purchase a CR-V are women, 70 percent of whom are married, college-educated or both.

But perhaps the most intriguing fact about CR-Vs, which can be bought new for just a hair over $20,000, is that the median household income of the people who drive them is $90,000, according to the publication. This statistic means there could be some relatively well-off people driving this compact SUV.

Not much has changed since the latest generation of the CR-V first came out in 2007. Motor Trend says 2007 represents a year of great value for this SUV, which means the 2010 model could owe part of its future success to used CR-Vs in New York.

Used IS 350s in New York could become popular with the release of Japan’s first supercar

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Lexus‘ introduction of its LFA, the first Japanese supercar ever, to motoring enthusiasts in Tokyo a few weeks ago could affect the sales of used IS 350s in New York.

People might start looking at Lexus differently now that they know the manufacturer is capable of making a proper supercar. The New York Times says the LFA was in the spotlight at the Tokyo Motor Show, which might have a positive impact on Lexus’ reputation.

One model that could begin attracting attention is the 2007 IS 350. This car might be a sedan, but that doesn’t mean it can’t hold its own on the highway. The 350 reaches 60 MPH in just under five seconds, which means it’ll put up a fight against all of its German rivals like BMW‘s new turbocharged 335i. The only difference is the IS 350 is naturally aspirated, which some enthusiasts believe is the sign of a true driver’s car.

Used IS 350s in New York could start selling out fast with the release of Japan’s first ever supercar. Whatever the case may be, the 350 and the LFA wear the same badge.

Recovered Microbus could draw attention to used Eurovans in New Jersey

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A Volkswagen Microbus that went missing in 1974 has just been found and the story could get buyers interested in used Eurovans in New Jersey.

Before the Eurovan, Volkswagen made the Microbus. Most people think of the vehicle as an icon of the 1960s and many refer to it as the Hippie Bus because it was popular among young people several decades ago.

A beautiful example of the Microbus was recently found in Los Angeles after having been missing for 35 years, according to The Daily Breeze. Customs agents found it packed into a container on a ship bound for the Netherlands. This amusing story might get people interested in other Volkswagen models such as the Eurovan.

The Eurovan is a lot like the Microbus, just more modern. Like the bus, the van has a pop-top roof and can seat a big family comfortably. It’s great for cross-country trips because the third row of seats converts into a bed and the passenger area features a folding table. Indeed, used Eurovans in New Jersey could make the perfect vehicle for drivers who like to hit the open road.