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Car Reviews: 2009 Mercury Sable
Consumer who are in the market for a dependable mid-sized sedan will most assuredly be pleased when they view the 2009 Mercury Sable. This automobile is a quality car from all angles – and the comfort and style will be certain to hold their resale value very well. With a five passenger seating capacity, the 2009 Mercury Sable is priced moderately starting at ,120. With it’s outstanding gas mileage of 18 miles per gallon in the city and 28 miles per gallon on the highway for the standard model,the 2009 Mercury Sable will help pay for itself in the long term.
On the exterior, the 2009 Mercury Sable is sure to get an owner many second looks and compliments, due the the stylish design and aerodynamic presentation. With it’s 17 inch, 7-spoke aluminum wheels, power side view mirrors, fog lamps, LED tail lamps, and dual chrome exhaust tips the 2009 Mercury Sable has a dignified and sporty look about it.
In the area of performance the 2009 Mercury Sable compares well to the competition, with a 3.5 Liter, 24 valve Duratec V-6 front wheel drive engine and six speed automatic transmission. Anti-lock brakes, four wheel independent suspension and power rack-and-pinion steering complete an outstanding mechanical package.
In safety features, the 2009 Mercury Sable is easily a leader in it’s class. With dual stage front, side impact and side curtain airbags the 2009 Mercury Sable protects occupants well in the worst scenario. One of the best safety features on the 2009 Mercury Sable is the SOS post crash system – which activates the horn and emergency flashers when the airbags deploy, and can be turned off with the press of a button. The electronic stability control and a tire pressure monitoring system completes a most capable safety package.
The interior of the 2009 Mercury Sable is incredible for a mid-size sedan, and offers features one would expect on a much higher priced vehicle. Front row bucket seats, a 60/40 split and folding rear seat and a 6 way power drivers seat are a great start in comfort. Power windows and door locks, air conditioning, and an analog clock are better than average features in this class. Front door storage and front seat back map pockets, a front row center console with armrest storage and cup holders and a front overhead console with a dome lamp an unique to the 2009 Mercury Sable. An audio system consisting of an AM/FM stereo with a CD player and MP3 capabilities is connected to 8 outstanding speakers.
Looking at the 2009 Mercury Sable from an objective perspective, it is a very good purchase if a quality sedan is the desire.
Which Larger Sedan To Choose?
Full-size sedans have have their own history. People may think of sacrificing a bit of mobility for enhanced spaciousness and the versatility to fit a number of passengers comfortably. Being different from larger cars with the “boat” nickname, these vehicles can still handle pretty well despite their wider size with their advances in technology.
Motor Trend recently looked at three of the more popular large sedans and pitted them against each other to determine which were worth a buy and which were worth passing over. The models chosen included the Toyota Avalon, Hyundai Genesis and Ford Taurus. The test also functioned as a comparison of drivetrain styles, with the Taurus an all-wheel-drive vehicle, the Genesis with rear-wheel-drive and the Avalon with front-real-drive.
There are quite a few similarities between the vehicles – they come with similar interior features like Bluetooth connectivity, six-speed automatic transmissions and aluminum V6 engines.
But that’s where the parallels end, as each of these vehicles offers its own distinct ride. Drivers interested in any of these big sedans should take them all for a test drive at their local used car dealership to see which they prefer, but the news source lent its expert opinion to the equation regardless.
The Ford Taurus, while coming in third of the group, had some points that made it worthy of consideration. The group agreed that the car was the best-looking of the bunch, and its handling was more than adequate thanks to its crisp all-wheel-drive. Unfortunately, it pays the price in the muscle department, with the least amount of horsepower out of all three vehicles pulling around the heaviest frame.
That meant disappointing 0-60 times and fuel economy ratings.
The Avalon was praised as being near-limo like in its comfort, with the largest back seat and best interior. In addition, it delivers a quiet ride and can hit high speeds pretty easily. But it got points knocked off for some questionable styling choices and poor handling as compared to the other vehicles. Still, the Avalon came in a close second and would probably be the best choice for long hauls.
Overall, the winner was the Genesis, offering a nice balance of comfort and performance. The news source reveals that the car’s cabin was the best of the three vehicles, but recommended the Premium Package as really helping to up the ante as compared to the other cars’ less desirable interior upgrades. It was also the fastest of the bunch without compromising agility.
The choice comes down to personal preference, so drivers should be sure to try all three used cars before they decide on purchasing any one in particular.
Top 50: Most Memorable Movie Cars
With the new Fast and Furious film due out in a little over a month, we take a look back over the years and look at the top 50 most memorable cars from the silver screen.
A few rules before we start. This list contains only cars found on the big screen and their ranking is not based upon any previous knowledge of the car from TV. The list is also not including any cars which aren’t real cars, weather they be animated or unique one offs, if you never expect to see one on the road, you won’t find one in this list.
Apart from that, enjoy the list, if you have any comments, suggestions or criticism, then by all means comment at the bottom. If your interested in movies from cars, go check out IMCDB (Internet Movie Car Database).
50. Tommy Boy – 1967 Plymouth Belevere GTX
50. Tommy Boy – 1967 Plymouth Belvedere GTX
50. Tommy Boy – 1967 Plymouth Belvdere GTX
An epic road movie with this sweet 67 Belvedere GTX. It starts off as a fine motor, yet by the end of the film it has been totally destroyed, including the nail in the coffin when it catches on fire.
49. 2 Fast 2 Furious – 1999 Nissan Skyline R34GTR
49. 2 Fast 2 Furious – 1999 Nissan Skyline R34GTR
49. 2 Fast 2 Furious – 1999 Nissan Skyline R34GTR
The silver and blue Skyline was the star of the start of the second F&F franchise and we all remember the (over the top) intro race. Is it possible for a Skyline to jump over a Supra? I’m not sure it is, but it’s funny to think some people believed it.
48. Blade – 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
48. Blade – 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
48. Blade – 1968 Dodge Charger R/T
The evil Charger owned by “daywalker” Blade featured in all three of the Blade trilogy, it’s evil, yet simple style won the hearts of many people for it’s understated style, and awesome engine.
47. XXX 2 – 2005 Shelby Cobra Prototype
47. XXX 2 – 2005 Shelby Cobra Prototype
47. XXX 2 – 2005 Shelby Cobra Prototype
Only appearing at the end of this film, this Shelby concept had a similar role to the (above) Skyline, to perform something (CGI) incredibly unbelievable, yet entertaining none the less. It sadly never went into production, which means no one got to test to see if it really could drive on train tracks with bare rims.
46. Cheech and Chong Up In Smoke – Chevrolet Step Van
46. Cheech and Chong Up In Smoke – Chevrolet Step Van
46. Cheech and Chong Up In Smoke – Chevrolet Step Van
There’s not much to say about this custom Chevy Step Van, apart from the fact it was driven by Cheech and Chong and it was made from pot!
Awesome!
45. Uncle Buck – 1975 Murcury Marquis
45. Uncle Buck – 1975 Murcury Marquis
45. Uncle Buck – 1975 Murcury Marquis
This is a rare car indeed, not the car, but the persona. It’s a rusty nail which is on it’s last legs, yet people still want it. A classic piece of movie history driven by the late great John Candy.
44. Tucker: The man And His Dreams – 1948 Tucker Sedan
44. Tucker: The man And His Dreams – 1948 Tucker Sedan
44. Tucker: The man And His Dreams – 1948 Tucker Sedan
The story of Preston Tucker and his attempts to make it in the car business. The Tucker Torpedo was one of only 51 cars made by Tucker before an unfortunate case of fraud. There are many fans for possibly one of the rarest brands in automotive history.
43. The Rock – 1996 Ferrari F355 Spider
43. The Rock – 1996 Ferrari F355 Spider
43. The Rock – 1996 Ferrari F355 Spider
How to smash up a Ferrari 101. This film is for anyone who wants to see what happens when you trash a F355 Spider. You maybe disappointed though, as rumour has it it wasn’t a real F355 they crashed, only a replica based on either the Toyota MR2 or the Pontiac Fiero.
42. Dumb and Dumber – 1984 Ford Econoline
42. Dumb and Dumber – 1984 Ford Econoline
42. Dumb and Dumber – 1984 Ford Econoline
There’s not much of the originally Econoline on display in Dumb and Dumber, but what a van! It’s obviously remembered for it’s dog like appearance as an advertisement for “Mutts Cutts”
41. Italian Job (2003) – 2003 BMW Mini Cooper S
41. Italian Job (2003) – 2003 BMW Mini Cooper S
41. Italian Job (2003) – 2003 BMW Mini Cooper S
The 2003 remake of the classic Italian Job was a great advertisement for the new BMW Mini Cooper S. Some good car chases and clever driving showed the car off as a fun plaything which everyone will have fun with. Shame the real car wasn’t as much fun.
40. 48hrs/Another 48hrs – 1964 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
40. 48hrs/Another 48hrs – 1964 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
40. 48hrs/Another 48hrs – 1964 Cadillac DeVille Convertible
It’s good to see a classic Caddy in a film, it’s even better when it’s used as a cop car. What makes this one really special is what a great film. It’s so good, Jack manages to blow grand on an almost identical one for the sequel!
39. The Car – 1971 Lincoln Continental mk3
39. The Car – 1971 Lincoln Continental mk3
39. The Car – 1971 Lincoln Continental mk3
This heavily customized Lincoln Continental was responsible for terrorizing a small fictitious Utah town. Some likened it to the shark in Jaws. Whatever you think of it, you’ll always remember the horn!
38. Who Am I – 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 4
38. Who Am I – 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 4
38. Who Am I – 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer Evo 4
Jackie Chan going out of his mind with amnesia is a fun thing to watch. The car though is what most people remember of this film. Showing off it’s rally credentials by handling all terrains, all speeds and the odd fruit stand.
37. Big Lebowski – 1973 Ford Gran Torino
37. Big Lebowski – 1973 Ford Gran Torino
37. Big Lebowski – 1973 Ford Gran Torino
Another car to get hammered all the way through the film. Dude’s 73 Torino gets crashed, stolen, trashed and of course, it has to be set of fire. Yet it’s still an awesome car that many would happily own.
36. Kill Bill – 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Silverado Fleetside “Pussy Wagon”
36. Kill Bill – 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Silverado Fleetside “Pussy Wagon”
36. Kill Bill – 1997 Chevrolet 2500 Silverado Fleetside “Pussy Wagon”
The “Pussy Wagon” started the nickname of “Pussy Yellow” when referring to bright yellow on cars. The monster pick up will forever be remembered solely down to the paint job and name. It’s still use by Quentin Tarantino as his daily drive.
35. Thelma and Louise – 1966 Ford Thunderbird
35. Thelma and Louise – 1966 Ford Thunderbird
35. Thelma and Louise – 1966 Ford Thunderbird
Another great road movie with a classic convertible in it. This one of course being remembered all the way through the film, but most notable of course, for the end scene where the car gets driven into the Grand Canyon.
34. Le Mans – 1971 Porsche 917 Le Mans
34. Le Mans – 1971 Porsche 917 Le Mans
34. Le Mans – 1971 Porsche 917 Le Mans
It’s a film about 70′s Le Mans, with the two main cars being a Ferrari 512LM and this Porsche 917 driven by Steve McQueen. Similar to the Rock, the crash with the Porsche and the Ferrari was filmed using two replicas made up on VW Beetle chassis.
33. XXX – 1967 Pontiac GTO
33. XXX – 1967 Pontiac GTO
33. XXX – 1967 Pontiac GTO
Not the greatest movie in the world, but this car is something else. It’s like Bond’s DB5 for the Playstation generation. Big, stylish, and fully laden with some awesome gadgets and weapons that even Q would have been proud. Although I doubt he would have painted it that sexy purple.
32. Graduate – 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto
32. Graduate – 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto
32. Graduate – 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider Duetto
This classy little red Alfa was the poor man’s Ferrari in it’s day, and thanks to its star role in this film it was a world wide success. It’s well remembered for running out of fuel near the end of the film, leaving main character Benjamin the task of running to the Church.
31. Grease – 1948 Ford De Lux
31. Grease – 1948 Ford De Lux
31. Grease – 1948 Ford De Lux
Greased Lightning, the car that races in storm drains, gets the girls, and near the end of the film (during the fantasy sing song) it manages to fly away. Well, it was the fantasy bit!
30. Gone In 60 Seconds (1974) – 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 “Eleanor”
30. Gone In 60 Seconds (1974) – 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 “Eleanor”
30. Gone In 60 Seconds (1974) – 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 “Eleanor”
If you ever want to see a film which is based around the car and a car chase, this is the one to watch. A 40 mins car chase starring this Mach 1 was the film! There were some people (who weren’t the greatest actors) and a script similar to Duel (non existent) but the car and that chase is what its about.
29. Fast and Furious – 1970 Dodge Charger
29. Fast and Furious – 1970 Dodge Charger
29. Fast and Furious – 1970 Dodge Charger
Of the many cars from the fast and Furious 1, Dom’s Charger is probably the best known. It only appeared in the film a couple of times, but for the end 10 mins it plays a massive part in the film, including pulling a torque powered wheelie off the lines, and the above flip which (sadly) totals the car.
28. Austin Powers – 1967 Jaguear E Type “Shaguar”
28. Austin Powers – 1967 Jaguear E Type “Shaguar”
28. Austin Powers – 1967 Jaguear E Type “Shaguar”
The only car for Austin Powers is the “Shaguar”. Using the classic 60′s E type Jaguar and simply painting a massive Union Jack on it is style like no other. Of course the number plate is well remembered too!
27. French Connection – 1971 Pontiac Lemans
27. French Connection – 1971 Pontiac Lemans
27. The French Connection – 1971 Pontiac Lemans
Regarded as one of if not the greatest Hollywood car chases, The French Connection doesn’t revolve around the chase, but it had a massive impact to the film. During filming, the crew didn’t have the permit to shoot the film, so a lot of the traffic in the chase with the El Train is real traffic!
26. Nation Lampoon’s Animal House – 1964 Lincoln Continental mk2
26. Nation Lampoon’s Animal House – 1964 Lincoln Continental mk2
26. Nation Lampoon’s Animal House – 1964 Lincoln Continental mk2
The star of the show is Flounder’s brothers Lincoln Continental. this classy car stars off OK, but gets trashed while on a road trip with Pinto, Boon and Otter. The car ends up being fixed for the Homecoming Parade by D-Day, yet it doesn’t look much like the original. Evil!
25. Starsky and Hutch – 1976 Ford Gran Torino
25. Starsky and Hutch – 1976 Ford Gran Torino
25. Starsky and Hutch – 1976 Ford Gran Torino
The first car you need to forget about the TV series for. Yes it was popular before the 2004 film was made, but it played a big part on the big screen. Plenty of chases and high speed driving left people (once again) wanting a red Torino with a big red over the top stripe.
24. Days of Thunder – 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Nascar
24. Days of Thunder – 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Nascar
24. Days of Thunder – 1990 Chevrolet Lumina Nascar
Top Gun is a… oh wait, no sorry, Days of Thunder is a film about Nascar. So lots of speed, lots of excitement, some awesome race cars, and of course crashing! There’s also a plot and some characters in there, but it felt a little too familiar. Still some great cars though.
23. Transformers – 2009 Chevrolet Camaro “Bumblebee”
23. Transformers – 2009 Chevrolet Camaro “Bumblebee”
23. Transformers – 2009 Chevrolet Camaro “Bumblebee”
Yes yes, originally Bumblebee was a VW Beetle, but in the 2007 movie of Transformers, they used a 74 Camaro which magically shifts itself into the soon to be released 2009 Chevy Camaro. At the time the car was of course a prototype, and was actually based on a Pontiac GTO.
22. Risky Business – 1981 Porsche 928
22. Risky Business – 1981 Porsche 928
22. Risky Business – 1981 Porsche 928
Parents need to realise, that telling your teen-aged children not to do something, and then going away for the weekend is a terrible thing to do! Of course Joel borrows it, and of course it goes wrong when it end up in Lake Michigan!
21. The Dukes Of Hazard – 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
21. The Dukes Of Hazard – 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
21. The Dukes Of Hazard – 1969 Dodge Charger R/T
The second car we need to forget about the TV program for. The classic General Lee got a modern upgrade to the big screen in 2005, and thankfully used an original 69 (although 68′s were used for some of the filming) and not some modern day prototype. Fast, sexy and awesome looking fun!
20. Ronin – 1998 BMW 535i
20. Ronin – 1998 BMW 535i
20. Ronin – 1998 BMW 535i
This is another film with an epic car chase in it, well actually there’s a few, but the big one is the Paris city center chase involving this BMW 535i, and the Peugeot 406, the BMW remembered of course for getting totaled in a crash which leads to the car being upside down in a construction site. This is regared as one of the best car chases in movie history.
19. Vanishing Point/Death Proof – 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
19. Vanishing Point/Death Proof – 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
19. Vanishing Point/Death Proof – 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T
A popular plot for 70′s car films are epitomised by Vanishing Point. The cross country multi state car chase with the police will forever be remembered, as will the white 70 Challenger R/T. The same car was also used in Tarantino’s Death Proof.
18. Christine – 1958 Plymouth Fury
18. Christine – 1958 Plymouth Fury
18. Christine – 1958 Plymouth Fury
The Stephen King classic book wonderfully transferred to the big screen in the epic film about an evil murderous Plymouth Fury. The Fury was in essence the Belvedere Sport with the evil red paint being an extra. It’s an evil car, for an evil story.
17. James Bond (The Spy Who Loved Me) – 1975 Lotus Esprit
17. James Bond (The Spy Who Loved Me) – 1975 Lotus Esprit
17. James Bond (The Spy Who Loved Me) – 1975 Lotus Esprit
Q really pulled it out of the bag for The Spy Who Loved Me with this 75 Esprit. A modern (for it’s time) road car made by legendary British firm Lotus, transformed into a submarine. No clever CGI like in Transformers either! It was all old school engineering.
16 – Wayne’s World – 1976 AMC Pacer
16 – Wayne’s World – 1976 AMC Pacer
16 – Wayne’s World – 1976 AMC Pacer
When a certain guitar solo kicks in in Queen’s classic Bohemian Rhapsody, people will nod their heads. Why? We all know the answer to that! The Mirth mobile was the ultra cool hatch to have!
15. Duel – 1960 Peterbilt 281 Tanker
15. Duel – 1960 Peterbilt 281 Tanker
15. Duel – 1960 Peterbilt 281 Tanker
Steven Spielberg’s first feature film revolves around this monster Peterbilt 281 Tanker, playing a game of cat and mouse with a Plymouth Valiant. This film is a classic, with little dialogue and a great concept. Of course, the truck gets trashed at the end when it drives off a cliff.
14. Cannonball Run – 1980 Lamborghini Countache LP400S
14. Cannonball Run – 1980 Lamborghini Countache LP400S
14. Cannonball Run – 1980 Lamborghini Countache LP400S
Ok, so this car hung on many a teenagers wall during the 80′s (and probably the 90′s and 00′s!) It was one of the cars that people noticed in a film featuring some of the worlds finest machines! (One of the other cars in this list was featured in the film) Of course, the sexy Adrienne Barbeau covered in spandex piloting it might have helped.
13. Bourne Identity – 1989 Mini 1100 Special
13. Bourne Identity – 1989 Mini 1100 Special
13. Bourne Identity – 1989 Mini 1100 Special
Another pretty wrecked car that has a spot in our hearts. Mainly due to an impressive mid Paris (the French obviously love car chases!) Police chase which sees it flying through little alley ways and down flights of steps like in the Italian Job. It takes a battering, but still keeps on going.
12. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spider
12. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spider
12. Ferris Bueller’s Day Off – 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spider
What a car to take for a Joy Ride if your bunking off school! The 1961 Ferrari 250 GT California Spider is a rare and special car. It’s in the Top 10: Most Expensive Cars Of All Time and rightly so. In case you were annoyed at the film makers for wrecking such a rare and expensive car, fear not, it was just a replica based on a Datsun 240z.
11. Mad Max – 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT Coupe
11. Mad Max – 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT Coupe
11. Mad Max – 1973 Ford Falcon XB GT Coupe
“The Last of the V8′s” will forever be remembered as possibly the most bad ass cop car in movie history. It’s evil “futuristic” styling worked well, even if the supercharger button was only a prop, we can but dream!
10. Love Bug – 1963 Volkswagen Type 1 (Beetle)
10. Love Bug – 1963 Volkswagen Type 1 (Beetle)
10. Love Bug – 1963 Volkswagen Type 1 (Beetle)
OK, so Herbie was a magic little car that dreamt of being a race car. It was successful too, but not nearly as successful as the Beetle was for VW. It’s featured in 5 movies and a TV movie, and even though Lindsay Lohan ruined it for the youngsters of today, it’s still one of the most recognizable movie cars of all time.
9. American Graffiti – 1932 Ford Coupe
9. American Graffiti – 1932 Ford Coupe
9. American Graffiti – 1932 Ford Coupe
Written and directed by Star wars man George Lucas (a self confessed hot rod nut) the story of American Graffiti is based around teenagers driving round listening to the radio. Who cars when there’s not only Milner’s 32 Coupe, but over 20 over classic cars and hot rods (and a Vespa)! Helped popularity of hot rod’s with a new generation.
8. Smoky and the Bandit – 1977 Pontiac Tans Am
8. Smoky and the Bandit – 1977 Pontiac Tans Am
8. Smoky and the Bandit – 1977 Pontiac Tans Am
Burt Reynolds is a fan favourite with road movies thanks to this staring role and Cannonball Run. In this he’s cruising (and speeding) around in this 77 Trans Am causing all kinds of mischief. Some great car chases, a funny script and this amazing car, great film.
7. Gone in 60 Seconds – 1967 Shebly Mustang GT500
7. Gone in 60 Seconds – 1967 Shebly Mustang GT500
7. Gone in 60 Seconds – 1967 Shebly Mustang GT500
The re make of the Original 1974 classic wasn’t as good if you ask fans who have seen the original. However, the remake used the ultra rare Shelby Mustang GT 500 to play the part of Eleanor. It’s script and cast still aren’t that amazing, but that car is truly magnificent. Please not, “No Shelby’s where harmed in the making of this film.” It was a replica built on a Mustang. Real Shelby Mustang’s are to rare and expensive.
6. Ghostbusters – 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor (ECTO1 )
6. Ghostbusters – 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor (ECTO1 )
6. Ghostbusters – 1959 Cadillac Miller-Meteor (ECTO1 )
Well, it’s one of if not the most recognized ambulances in the world (the only other one worth noting is Burt Reynold’s ambulance from Cannonball Run) It’s a bit busted when the Ghostbusters team buy it, but it’s so over the top that it’s amazing!
5. The Italian job (1969) – 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S
5. The Italian job (1969) – 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S
5. The Italian job (1969) – 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S
By 1969 the Mini was already on it’s way to becoming a legend in the auto world. This film sealed it’s fate and ever since people of all ages and sexes have dreamed of owning an original 68 Cooper s. No matter what people say about the Muira or Dino in the Italian Job, the Mini’s are the film.
4. Blues Brothers – 1974 Dodge Monaro
4. Blues Brothers – 1974 Dodge Monaro
4. Blues Brothers – 1974 Dodge Monaro
It’s one of the all time best films. Yes it might not be a masterpiece of drama, but it’s funny, fast paced, has some of the biggest names in music in it, and oh yeah, that 74 Dodge Monaro marked up as a police car. It’s a great film to watch if you love watching nondescript police cars crashing into each other too.
3. Bullitt – 1968 Ford Mustang GT390 Fastback
3. Bullitt – 1968 Ford Mustang GT390 Fastback
3. Bullitt – 1968 Ford Mustang GT390 Fastback
This is often regarded as the greatest car chases of all time. The ever cool car nut Steve McQueen speeds round San Fransisco in the awesome 68 GT390 Fastback while being chased by the ever cool Black Charger. Rumour has it one of the original Fastbacks still exists somewhere in Ohio.
2. Back to the Future 1/2/3 – 1981 Delorean DMC 12
2. Back to the Future 1/2/3 – 1981 Delorean DMC 12
2. Back to the Future Part 1,2,3 – 1981 Delorean DMC 12
It’s a touch choice going for the most memorable car, and this Delorean was so very close to the top. It featured in the massive box office smashes Back to the Future Part 1, 2 and of course 3. The heavily modified Delorean was of course a time machine/hover car that just rocked the 80′s.
1. James Bond – 1963 Aston Martin DB5
1. James Bond – 1963 Aston Martin DB5
1. James Bond – 1963 Aston Martin DB5
Connery drove it in Goldfinger and Thunderball, it was then driven by Brosnan in Goldeneye and Tomorrow Never Dies. Craig then used it in Casino Royale and during all that Moore “borrowed” it for some fun with Burt Reynolds in Cannonball Run.
This car has a better resume than most actors of its time. Plus it’s an Aston Martin. The DB5 is the most memorable car of movie history.
The Hybrid Sedan?
Hybrid cars are the rage right now. They are considered very eco-friendly and have all the capabilities of the regular petrol or diesel driven cars. Why should you buy a hybrid sedan rather than a petrol driven one?
One of the first reasons will be the CO2 tax that’s been implemented in several countries. Whenever you purchase a car, you pay an additional fee based on what type of car you are buying and just how much it impacts the planet in its natural running. A hybrid sedan will probably cost less in CO2 tax since it produces less pollutants than the usual regular petrol driven car. This means you can save money on the initial purchase of the automobile.
The hybrid sedan also saves on running costs. This especially relevant in an economic system where unrest in places like the middle east is causing petrol prices to skyrocket. A hybrid sedan would use a combination of fuel as well as other natural fuels. This means that it’s going to use less petrol than the usual regular sedan and the other fuels that it uses tend to be cheaper than petrol.
Now, one of the things that puts individuals off purchasing a hybrid sedan is the misconception that they’re toy cars. This is not true. They are every bit as good as normal petrol driven cars. Their performance is similar to a petrol driven sedan with similar specs. The only difference is that they do not run solely on fuel.
The cars that do have performance issues are the electric cars. They have a tendency to be very sluggish and run out of power quickly. This isn’t the truth with hybrid cars. They’ll run further with a tank of fuel than a regular car simply because they use less petrol per kilometre than the usual regular petrol powered vehicle. Unlike electric cars, you don’t need to recharge the automobile every few kilometres and you’ll get far better performance out of a hybrid sedan than out of an electrical car.
The only issue is that not all nations have fuel available which hybrid cars need. This does limit them quite a bit for all those countries. It will eventually catch on, but for now everybody else needs to be patient while their country’s governments manage to get their acts together and begin to provide for the car of the future.
As technology improves, hybrid cars will become steadily more popular. Especially if the petrol prices carry on up with the rate they have been. If you are purchasing a new car, consider purchasing hybrid sedan very seriously. Before you decide to commit, first ensure that you are able to get the fuel you require for the hybrid sedan. You can save a lot of money on fuel and also on the CO2 tax that has become very popular with most countries. You’re able to do your part in preserving the planet through getting a hybrid sedan instead of a petrol driven one whenever you next buy a new car.
Dollar Saving Tips on Your Next Car Rental
One of the biggest vacation expenses is a rental car. Below are a few suggestions on how you can save money on your next rental car.
If you are flying to your vacation destination and have booked the flight either online or through a travel agency, you can more than likely get a discount on your rental car if you book it as part of the package. The majority of car rental companies collaborate with at least one airline to provide frequent flyer miles or other types of rewards when you rent a car. In addition, many airlines offer incentive and bonus programs where you get extra miles or extra credit, so be sure to inquire about these programs when making your reservation.
When choosing your rental car, a compact or subcompact economy car is usually less expensive than a full size sedan or minivan. Therefore, selecting an economy will not only be less expensive, but you will also get better gas mileage thus saving on gas expenses.
If you need a large sedan, SUV or minivan for the comfort of your family, it is well worth your time to shop around. There is usually a high demand for these types of vehicles and therefore a larger price tag. Travel related web sites are a good place to start your research to familiarize yourself with the average price in your vacation area.
The duration of the rental will have an influence on the cost as well. Weekly rentals are usually far less costly than a daily rate spread over a week. Therefore, if your vacation plans are for a week or more, be sure to inquire about special rates. If you are taking a weekend vacation, many companies offer weekend specials on certain makes and models of their cars.
In addition, a number of national car companies and local smaller companies rent their used cars for much less than a new car from a rental agency. In most instances, these cars are only a few years old and provide the same protection as a new car.
For the business traveler, joining a frequent renter club, or using the same rental car company each time, is a great way to get some special coupons and some very good deals that you could use for the family vacation.
Most people purchase car insurance from the rental agency. Usually, this is not necessary. If you have purchased your rental car on your credit car, you may already have coverage as part of your credit card plan. In addition, as an automobile owner, you car insurance may provide coverage for rental cars. Therefore, it is necessary for you to check your credit card plan and automobile insurance, if you are covered, then purchasing insurance from the rental car agency is not necessary.
History of Justicialist Car
History of auto Justicialist
The automobile industry was born in Justicialista Aeronautics and Mechanical State (IAME) by an initiative of Brig. Juan Ignacio San Martin who proposed to President Juan Domingo Peron in car drawing facilities IAME.
IAME was born as a result of difficulties in obtaining raw materials for the aeronautics industry, as a result of direct restrictions on the exchange processes with producing countries, which disrupted the work of the Institute Aerotécnico productive, so the creation of the manufactures automotive engine and came to be solving the problems created by that impact.
First, the new plant helped to maintain the skilled workforce, which had for their patients required years of recruitment experience and in addition, use of the surplus production capacity of the aircraft manufactures (since 1927 worked in Cordova ).
The activities of the manufactures military aircraft were developed with slow to mid-1943 when they started school Aerotécnico, a transformation to adapt to the revolutionary ideas of the time.
It should be remembered that in 1927 the factory employed 193 military aircraft workers in 1952 13600 in 1943 1113, the covered area which started with 5000 square meters in mid-1952 came to 150,000 in 1929 had a budget 450,000 pesos in 1952 and a budget of 610,000,000 pesos
Since 1944 the institute had restarted the construction of aircraft design and project themselves speaking abandoned in 1936, modifying an approach that was. led to produce only under foreign licenses
In this process, perhaps the most noticeable change was that was first passed from one. vertical design, to do everything in it that makes it logically limited production capacity, the more modern concept of integrating private industry in the manufacture of parts, the Institute reservadose more parties involved, and obviously the final assembly.
This gave reason for the birth of the metalworking industry Cordobesa through a bold and difficult process.
At that time (1944) the level of industrial development, especially for the production of aircraft parts, was very poor, so it was not simply the issue of contract manufacturing, but which had to attend technical, financial and administrative with suppliers. get fall under the requirements of the high level of quality required by the Aviation Industry
Highlighted in the technical staff instructed own factory and organized production. It was suggested and funded the provision of machines and modern elements of production even advised them on the best form of organization that should take, to address the growth that will mean new opportunities
Under this concept. was mounted in the laboratories of the Institute, to develop a plan for aeronautical use plywood using wood national plant was deactivated once this new technology was transferred to domestic one signature Heller Missions.
These signs were manufactured around the third and then was used in the manufacture of 200 aircraft DL22, the 100 twin-engine bombers Calquin and in other productions of the factory
Aeronautics in 1952 when it assumes responsibility for creating the Automotive IAME created and based on the Institute Aerotécnico adding to their project development and manufacture of aircraft and aircraft engines the new design and manufacturing of automobiles.
IAME, ignoring the administrative and design, was composed of ten mills: to aircraft, aircraft engines, jet engines, instruments and equipment (aircraft and automobiles) of Parachute of Propellers, Accessories, Machinery tools in the area of aeronautics and automobiles, tractors and motorcycles in addition to those of a Department of Metallurgy common to both.
The policies followed in these areas were different in the aviation Ñ continued with the development of technology that we had allowed the design and build jet fighter I Pulqui we ranked as the eighth country in the world and get first in Latin America , eI Pulqui II, whose performances in 1951 put us at the same level of Mig15 and saber Americans.
As for the automotive area was different was the concept began to create the basis for an industry to support the future mass production of motor vehicles, and then, once created the necessary conditions, the transfer of production to private industry
This was done, and subsequently secured the establishment of Kaiser Industries, Fiat, Gilera Transax (It is not called then) and motorcycle factories that populated the country as successors to the glorious Pumas.
On November 30th 1951 by Decree No. 24103 was created in Cordova Factory Automotive Engine and Decree No. 22056 of December 12 was declared of national interest the manufacture of parts and accessories for automotive and agricultural machinery.
Finally, the March 28, 1952, by Decree No 6191 was created and Mechanical Aviation Industries of the State, autonomous company under the regime of the Law n º 13,653 of state enterprises to the functions of research, manufacture and repair of aeronautical equipment and the promotion and automotive production.
I.A.M.E. was formed with the assets and staff of the Institute Aerotécnico being finally composed of seven administrative departments, ten areas of research and testing specialized factories and ten (of planes, engines, aircraft, jet engines, propeller and accessories, tools and equipment, the parachute, automobiles, tractors, motorcycles, machinery and tools) and a department of metallurgy.
Its capital was established with a credit granted by the Industrial Bank falling after 1 January 1953 excluded from the forecasts of the General Budget of the Nation should care for their expenses with the revenues generated primarily by its own production and to a lesser degree with payments by the Ministry of Aviation of the projects and repair work entrusted to it.
Note that on September 55 IAME up to date with payments to their suppliers and over 300 staff, working capital was normal and was up to date with repayment of loans. Ie its economic and financial status was normal and according to the progress of its business is expected to be completed in 1958 to repay the credit for the BI an estimated five-year plan to end the production would be between 50,000 sedan cars, light Camioncito and rural areas, some 10,000 motorcycles and 2,500 cougars ratrojeros the first vehicles produced by IAMAE covered cars, vans Camioncito of urban-type motor two times to enable a very simple initial price, maintenance and economic operation, plus a utility vehicle is manufactured stubble
The two-cylinder engine was a clear inspiration DKW engine
To shorten the time an imported car and a rural copied that mark and the mechanical parts, should clarify that a copy machine, a complex task because it means for further production should identify design tolerances, types and qualities of materials, production processes, devices, tools, etc.. With a pragmatic, more interested in the time of the original project. During this development it was felt that the two-cylinder engine power would be poor for the sedan and then screened by the team of designers from the engine factory, led by engineer Raul Magallanes an interesting two-stroke engine but also the type of cylinder “or” solution used by the Austrian Puch factory in their engines 125 and 250 cc This motor absolutely original four-cylinder with two combustion chambers had a displacement of 800 cc M-800 was called and was then built to equip Sedas
The bodywork was designed by a team of designers of the project area in the aircraft who were inspired by the stylistic line of Chevrolet 51.
In a period of about a year, were designed vehicles are designed and set up the manufacturing plant of 12,800 m2, the machines were installed, and the devices built tooling and assembly requirements, prototypes were built and finally in 1953, began production of Chatita, vans and silks began to be distributed through the dealer network set up by CIPA, subsidiaries of IAME created to provide commercial and financial support at the IAME. and their suppliers. In Cordova was appointed, and Visconti Manzi Tagle, Mendoza, Lujan Williams, Capital Federal Serra Lima, among others ..
Of the four models were designed in the production Chatita, silks and the vans until after the coup of 55 was discontinued and the first two were followed only with the sedan, but with a different engine, as it also took a two-engine times but three-cylinder, imported from East Germany that was built by the factory Warburg (formerly DKW plant was in the Russian zone after the war) changing the name of a sedan Justicialista Graciela and pe by Decree n. 4161 was banned everything. And then finally it happened around 2300 was replaced by Warburg manufactured under license.
Car Factory also ventured into the area of sport cars using the then brand new technology of reinforced plastic (polyester) fiber glass.
Were designed and built around ten prototypes, the Barchetta first type with the characteristic tail of the mirror was a form of negative dihedral is sunk to the center.
This prototype project was constructed within a period of 30 days, had a single door (left side) had a body surface of 11.5 square meters with a thickness of 6 mm with a total weight of 92 kilograms, have intoaccount this technology was only beginning to be the republic argentina the second country to use in the manufacture of vehicles, the country was through the U.S. General Motors who had just started using this technology in the production of the legendary Corvette
All other modified tail, taking the form that could be seen in existing models to the time the tube was very characteristic of the lighthouses that were similar to an American sport then it was called Excalibur and then appeared in some versions of the Renault Caravelle Gordini a sports version of the car and the 60s.
These prototypes, all discovered, except one who had had plastic roofs removable but none were fitted with canvas canopy. These cars were introduced in various cities of the country and in a sample of spring at the Waldorf Astoria in New York, where the February 12, 1954 won the award for elegance. these vehicles have engines porches
When the model was defined for the series production version opted for a hard roof that 2 +2 was produced in approximately 167 units, pending decision by the new authorities was discontinued in late 55.
With the same material and technology were built boats, boats, sailing school, the latter a German Frers design, parts of planes and gliders as part of the research for an intensive PR
We performed an experimental vehicle for testing the rocket boosters that were developed for aircraft in the IAME which was tested on the track and also designed and built a special vehicle to test an 8-cylinder engine air cooled V’s own design and very advanced, designed by engineer Ambrosio Taravella and was the eldest in a family of two engines Four-cylinder and V 6 which cover a wide range of potentially serious chilling winds which would allow for the use of many common elements across the range as cylinders, pistons, cylinder head, etc Bilas. and avoided making a cylinder block with a lot more flexible then the manufacture of the family. was chosen for the prototype configuration of 8 cylinders in V because it was representing the couple design problems to more serious cooling overcoats.
Never thought these vehicles in mass production, but only to be used as a rolling test bed, so the simplicity of the vehicle, was an aeronautical structure of steel tubes welded to cromomolibdeno as the fuselage of a plane coated of a reinforced plastic body, according to the results of the various tests were designed for mass production of four cylinder engines and possibly two, which would later be used not only in sports cars if not all line, but these could not be res bike build due to coup d’etat of 1955.
It also built a sport that was closed the prototype of the series production was thought that during the military coup of 55 was exhibited in the Salon de l’Automobile in Paris, and apparently never returned to the country more (a pity)
The new leadership of the revolution shot canceled the construction of these units and the production line, were purchased by the firm that changed the Teramo moving the motor vehicle to the rear position and changed the tube copying the Porch, who was a distributor, calling this new vehicle, Pointer.
Toyota Kirloskar Motor Launches The Etios Sedan
TOYOTA KIRLOSKAR Motor launched the Etios Sedan, marking the company’s entry into the highly competitive B Segment in India. The Etios has been developed specifically for Indian customers – ‘World First, India First, My First’.
The Etios Sedan will be available in four variants, J, G, V and VX, competitively priced between Rs 4,96,000 and Rs 6,86,500 ex-showroom Delhi. The product highlights include innovative styling, best-in-class cabin and luggage space, superior comfort, impressive fuel efficiency and the legendary Toyota QDR.
The Etios was launched by Akio Toyoda, president of Toyota Motor Corporation and scion of Toyota’s founding family, on his maiden visit to India after taking over as the head of the company. Also present were Akira Okabe (senior managing director, TMC), Soichiro Okudaira (managing officer, TMC), Osamu Nagata (Managing Officer, TMC), Mr. Yoshinori Noritake (chief engineer – Etios, TMC), Vikram Kirloskar (vice chairman, TKM), Hiroshi Nakagawa (managing director, TKM) and Sandeep Singh (deputy managing director-marketing, TKM).
Commenting on the launch of the Etios, Akio Toyoda, president TMC said: “India is a key market for our overall strategic growth plans and the launch of the Etios is definitely a milestone not only for Toyota in India but for Toyota globally. Toyota strongly believes in the ‘customer first’ philosophy, hence it was important to collect valuable feedback from our prospective customers right from the concept stage to what the Etios is today. We at Toyota believe, ‘the road makes the car’ and the Etios is a product of real-world testing on roads across India. Our testing has covered a hundred thousand kilometers on every kind of road that Indian drivers encounter, from Kolkata to Mumbai, from the Himalayan foothills to the tip of the Indian peninsula.
We at Toyota will continue listening carefully to Indian customers to stay in touch with their changing expectations. We will respond quickly with technological development and continue providing products that Indian customers will love.”
Speaking on the occasion, Hiroshi Nakagawa, MD TKM, said: “The Etios is very important to us, and its launch marks the beginning of a new era for Toyota in India. In fact, this launch will enable Indian customers in the middle income group to own an aspirational Toyota vehicle for the first time. I proudly also announce that production of the Etios will begin as planned in our new plant which is the most environmentally friendly automobile manufacturing plant in the country today.
Earlier this year we announced our plans to locally produce engines and transmissions at the Toyota Kirloskar Auto Parts in the third quarter of 2012 that will help us increase the localisation content of the Etios. Toyota in India will facilitate not just economic growth but social growth as well of the region it operates in, and in turn strive to be the most loved and admired company.”
Yoshinori Noritake, chief engineer of the Etios spoke about the development of the product, he said: “It was very important to understand the needs of Indian car buyers before designing an India specific car. We learnt that Indian customers are very price conscious but at the same time want space and comfort for their family, and style to enhance their status. One of the strong points of the Etios sedan is its true sedan design – designed on a sedan platform and not as a hatch with a boot – smart packaging that makes it compact at the same time spacious. More than 2000 engineers from Japan and India have worked in close collaboration over the last four years with a vision to offer Etios customers the ‘joy of ownership’ and ‘quality of life’.”
Talking about the Etios Sales and Marketing strategy in India, Sandeep Singh, DMD-Marketing, TKM, said, “We have planned an elaborate marketing strategy to warm up to our target customer and through our various campaigns we aim to successfully establish the Etios brand in India. To start with we signed on A R Rahman as our brand ambassador to establish an instant connection between the Etios values and Indian masses. We are committed to give our customers a Q-Class experience through a sales and service network that will be expanded to 150 dealerships by the end of this year. The bookings for the Etios sedan start today and deliveries will begin in January 2011.
We would also like to use this occasion to announce the name of the Hatchback version: Etios Liva, which will go on sale in April 2011.”
Vehicle Outline
Exterior: A distinctive front grille with a smile line, sculpted surface and dynamic character-line in the front and rear, enhance the presence of the Etios. The rear has a fluent flowing C pillar, rounded end and three-dimensional combination lamps that enrich the vehicle’s exterior from different angles.
Interior: The seats are ergonomically designed units with integrated head rests. An instrument panel clearly divided into the information area and operation area with a large centre meter provides excellent visibility. The Etios has class best cabin and luggage space of 595L, a spacious 13L cooled glove box, seven one litre bottle holders, mobile holder and many more such useful storage spaces inside the car.
Performance and comfort
A newly developed 1.5L, 16V DOHC engine coupled with a 5-Speed manual transmission that produces high output for best-in-class driving performance. The torque is available at low rpm for less gear shifting and stress-free city driving.
The Etios has a superior mileage of 17.6kmpl which is ARAI tested.
Electric power steering for excellent maneuverability and tilt steering ensures a good ergonomic driving experience. The steering comes with audio controls for comfort at the driver’s fingertips.
The flat type rear floor design offers ease of movement for rear seat passengers. With its rigid body structure and world class Mac Pherson Strut, the Etios has superior dampening performance providing superior ride comfort.
A class-first ‘clean air filter’ which is standard across all grades for purified air in the cabin.
Safety
The Etios has various active and passive safety features ensuring the car matches global safety standards. The various safety features are (i) Energy absorbing body shell (ii) Driver and passenger air bags and (iii) ABS with EBD.
Its centrally located combimeter reduces eye movement and hence the driver can concentrate on the road.
Special treatment
To adopt to the various diverse climate and usage conditions in India, special treatment and countermeasures have been implemented:
Good ground clearance of 170mm.
Under body protection to prevent damage to fuel and brake lines.
Anti-corrosion steel sheets at areas prone to rusting and stone hits.
Chipping resistant paint on rocker mould and fender.
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Electric Car to be Mass Produced in 2012: Toyota Ready
Anyone interested in reducing world wide oil spills that dump over 6 million gallons of oil in the Gulf like the Deepwater Horizon incident did this past April of 2010? Or preventing any possible wars that are “oil driven?” Have we finally become the “smart” country we have always purported ourselves as being, yet lagged behind in the realm of “oil-less” technologies for cars? We have heard of the electric car for decades now but nobody seemed to want to jump start the production of it. Well, wait no longer, we finally have several companies with an actual timetable to produce their own line of the electric car.
The latest news on electric car development comes out of a deal between Toyota and Tesla Motors, Inc. (currently the makers of the only highway-legal all electric car in America) to team up and produce the model S, an electric sedan scheduled to be produced in 2012. Hmmm…isn’t that the year a certain movie is predicting the end of the world. The Mayans may not have knew about oil dependency in 2012, but they sure may have something on a date that coincides with angry nations no longer able to make billions off oil. Are we saying that mass production of the electric car could start World War III? Doubtful…but could happen.
The Tesla Roadster The current electric car made by Tesla, the Tesla Roadster, goes from zero to 60 in a 3.9 seconds. Not too bad for an electric car or even a fueled car for that matter. The Roadster was one of the few only highway-capable electric car for sales to the public in 2010 and reached 1000 sold for the electric car in the first month. This electric car has a price tag of 0,000. The Roadster can travel 244 miles (393 km) on a single charge of its lithium-ion battery pack. As one can see, the hefty price tag is still one of the major factors that is preventing the electric car from being mass produced on a level that is comparable to all the standard fuel driven cars.
If the Model S Sedan electric car is anything like the Roadster it will be an electric car powered by 3-phase, 4-pole electric motor, producing a maximum net power of 248 horsepower, and weighing less than 70 pounds. Tesla Motors reports an energy cost for this particular electric car of approximately .01/mile. Compare that with a car that gets 30 m.p.g. at .75 gal. is .09 or my 2004 Ford Explorer (19 m.p.g) that costs .14/mile. For some pics of this magnificently designed sporty looking electric car (click here).
Chevrolet and Nissan Set to Produce an Electric Car Chevrolet is scheduled to produce its plug-in hybrid electric car called the Volt this fall, and Nissan is set to produce an electric car called the Leaf soon.
Obama gets Partial Credit for Pushing the Electric Car The Obama administration is responsible for setting a goal of having one million plug-in hybrid and/or electric cars cruising on the U.S. roads by 2015. In order to help jump-start this goal a ton of federal grants and incentives from the Department of Energy are being given out in order for more Americans to be able to purchase an electric car.
I am finally glad to see the day has finally dawned with the electric car. One day, when the price is considerably lower, I will be one of the first electric car owners in my area. There are just so many advantages of the electric car in addition to the “green” ones.
SOURCES:
http://en.wikipedia.org
http://news.yahoo.com
http://www.teslamotors.com
Car Reviews: 2009 Hyundai Genesis
When the Hyundai brand first hit America, no would have ever thought they would be mentioned in the same sentence with Mercedes or BMW. The 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan has sparked favorable comparisons to those companies, and have added a great new model to an already outstanding line of quality cars. Presenting both style and luxury, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan is a good bargain starting at only ,350, and the gas mileage of 18 miles per gallon in the city and 27 miles per gallon on the highway are quite surprising for a vehicle with this much power.
The performance of the 2009 Hyundai Genesis is due to a 3.3 Liter, 24-valve V-6 engine with a 242 Horsepower output. With continuously variable valve timing and a 6 speed automatic transmission with shiftronic, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan is well advanced in the area of performance engineering. The 4 wheel disc brakes with anti-lock braking system, electronic stability control and traction control are as step above most of the competition.
On the interior, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis has all of the creature comforts a consumer can handle. The heated front seats with leather seat surfaces are adjustable, and the dual front automatic HVAC keeps each rider comfortable. The leather wrapped tilt steering wheel has audio controls for the AM/FM stereo with CD player and MP3 capabilities, and even a bluetooth hands-free phone system. The front airbags and front side airbags along with the roof mounted side curtain airbags make passengers well protected in a collision.
The 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan has an exterior that screams class and style to everyone who views it. From the 17 inch alloy wheels to the acoustic laminated windshield and front side glass, this car rocks. The fog lights and automatic headlights give the 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan a sporty yet sophisticated look.
Perhaps the most attractive feature of the 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan is the warranty package – it can’t be beat. A limited warranty of 5 years/50,000 miles, a drivetrain warranty of 10 years/100,000 miles and anti-perforation warranty of 7 years/unlimited miles ensures a consumer they are buying a quality product. As though those warranties were not enough enticement, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis Sedan comes with a 5 year road assistance package. Overall, the 2009 Hyundai Genesis is a very reasonably priced luxury car that can compete quite nicely with the big boys for class, style and quality.
Car Reviews: 2009 Dodge Avenger
The Dodge corporation has made some nice sedans over the years, and the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT will not disappoint loyal Dodge customers. A stylish and classy sedan, the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT has the features of a luxury car, just in a little smaller version and at a greatly reduced price. The 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT starts at only ,255, and gets excellent gas mileage – 21 miles per gallon in the city and 30 miles per gallon on the highway. The best part of this is the ability to do so while driving in comfort and style.
For dependability and performance, the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT is as good as any in it’s class. With a 2.4 Liter, 4 cylinder DOHC 16 valve engine that has a 173 Horsepower output, the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT can hold it’s own with most other sedans. The 4 speed automatic transmission, power rack-and-pinion steering and front stabilizer bar ensures a smooth ride with good control in all conditions. The power front disc and rear drum brakes on the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT makes for certain stopping in all weather.
The external appearance on the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT will make a great first impression on the consumer, and will make you look twice at the sticker price. It is difficult to believe a car that looks like this costs so little. With 16 inch steel wheels with wheel covers and all season tires and body color door handles and grille, the 2009 Dodge Avenger is a looker. The front and rear solar glass and tinted glass windows make the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT look more like a small limousine than a mid-size sedan. Available in inferno red crystal pearl, tor red, light sandstone metallic and 5 other vibrant colors, the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT gives consumers a nice range of options.
The interior of the 2009 Dodge Avenger has all of the comforts of home – and a few home doesn’t have. With cloth low back bucket seats, an electroluminescent instrument cluster and a floor console with a sliding armrest makes driving a joy. The 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT has a sport steering wheel, a tilt and telescoping steering column, air conditioning, and power and window and door locks. The audio system on the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT consists of an AM/FM stereo with a CD player and MP3 capabilities with 4 outstanding speakers.
The safety of the 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT is more than required to make all occupants feel protected. Advanced multi-stage front airbags, supplemental side curtain airbags, and rear door child protection locks are superior features. The 2009 Dodge Avenger SXT also has a quality security alarm illuminated entry and a tire pressure monitor.
The 2009 Dodge Avenger is a quality car at an excellent price, and is sure to easily please most consumers searching for a beautiful sedan.