Archive for October, 2009

I’m looking to buy a 2003 Nissan Xterra. Where can I find performance information at 94,000 miles?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

I have found information directly from Nissan but it wasn't very specific on how much longer the vehicle will last without major part replacements. I appreciate any help. Thanks. Consumer Reports provides a better estimate for reliability than the manufacturer.

I’m looking to buy a 2003 Nissan Xterra. Where can I find performance information at 94,000 miles?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

I have found information directly from Nissan but it wasn't very specific on how much longer the vehicle will last without major part replacements. I appreciate any help. Thanks. Consumer Reports provides a better estimate for reliability than the manufacturer.

Are there any all-wheel drive hybrid vehicles on the market?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Not including the Toyota Highlander, which is too expensive and not efficient enough. The Ford Escape. You know that commercial with Kermit the Frog?

Are there any all-wheel drive hybrid vehicles on the market?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Not including the Toyota Highlander, which is too expensive and not efficient enough. The Ford Escape. You know that commercial with Kermit the Frog?

How can so many have insured vehicles valued under $3,500/$4,500 and yet be able to get a new car financed?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Since you don't get any trade value how is this such a good deal. And what of the airbags and other components? Won't those non-engine components be sold before the vehicle will be scrapped? Who will get that money? Uggh what a mess. Well the ...

How can so many have insured vehicles valued under $3,500/$4,500 and yet be able to get a new car financed?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Since you don't get any trade value how is this such a good deal. And what of the airbags and other components? Won't those non-engine components be sold before the vehicle will be scrapped? Who will get that money? Uggh what a mess. Well the ...

What new (or newer used) vehicles come prequipped with GPS?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

I dont mean the GPS you buy and install. I mean something embedded in the dash, navigation GPS system. Thanks. The gps units that comes in the cars that are already in the dash are pretty costly about 5 or six times the amount of one you buy in the ...

What new (or newer used) vehicles come prequipped with GPS?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

I dont mean the GPS you buy and install. I mean something embedded in the dash, navigation GPS system. Thanks. The gps units that comes in the cars that are already in the dash are pretty costly about 5 or six times the amount of one you buy in the ...

Do Sci-fi movies influence the design of military vehicles, weapons, and equipment?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Movies like ALIENS (1985), and others seem to have sets and props that look very similar to innovative new military concepts being created now. The generation that grew up watching these movies seems to have gotten engineering degrees and are now helping develope new uniforms, vehicles, etc.. Sci-Fi writers ...

Do Sci-fi movies influence the design of military vehicles, weapons, and equipment?

Wednesday, October 28th, 2009

Movies like ALIENS (1985), and others seem to have sets and props that look very similar to innovative new military concepts being created now. The generation that grew up watching these movies seems to have gotten engineering degrees and are now helping develope new uniforms, vehicles, etc.. Sci-Fi writers ...