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Archive for February, 2007

Feb 11 2007

Is the Shiny Red Sports Car a Thing of the Past?

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

When one thinks of a new sports car, they may conjure up a mental image of a sleek, low-slung, curve-hugging engineering marvel.  Quite often, that image is painted bright red.  From “Little Red Corvette” to the pervasive (yet untrue) urban legend that red cars cost more to insure, the public seems captivated by the notion [...]

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Feb 10 2007

Our Love Affair with Sports Cars

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Why do so many of find sports cars irresistible?  Few objects inspire the emotional attachment that sports cars do among auto enthusiasts.  There are always dedicated fans of almost every technology, but sports car fans band together in clubs, spend a significant percentage of their free time preoccupied with their car, and may even begin [...]

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Feb 08 2007

How the Internet Can Enrich Your Sports Car Experience

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Sports car lovers generally think they best maximize the enjoyment of their ownership experience when squeezing a steering wheel or getting dirt under their fingernails.  Driving is, of course, at the very heart of owning a sports car.  Maintaining, repairing and customizing cars can be a wonderful ancillary to the ownership experience.
There is, however, another [...]

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Feb 05 2007

The Most Affordable Sports Cars & How to Find Them

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Claiming any one new sports car is the most affordable is a great way to start an endless debate.  Even if the list price of a particular sports car is less than its competitors, a forthcoming model is likely to sneak in at a few dollars less.  Meanwhile, limiting discussion to current models overlooks the [...]

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Feb 04 2007

The Sports Car as Hobby

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

There are those who decry sports car ownership as poor decision-making.  They maintain the limitations in functionality, high maintenance and insurance costs, and other factors make owning a sports car a poor move.  They don’t understand the value of purchasing a sports car and will espouse the numerous virtues of more “reasonable” choices.
Even if one [...]

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Feb 03 2007

There’s No Reason to Buy a Sports Car

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Sports cars have long been a popular purchase among those seeking a high-performance vehicle that offers exceptional handling and speed.  Ever since two-seat racing sports cars became widely available to the public after the conclusion of World War II, they have been coveted possessions for those seeking optimal vehicular performance.
A sports car can be defined [...]

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Feb 03 2007

An Introduction to Sports Car Clubs

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Sports car clubs are not unique to the United States—they are a global phenomenom.
Sports car clubs are normally non-profit organizations run by voluntSome clubs are large enough to be recognized by the public for entertaining annual events.
Clubs can offer services, assistance, and advice about sports cars either freely or with a fee to its members.  [...]

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Feb 03 2007

How to Stay Safe on the Road this Season

Published by Jennifer under Auto Safety

Winter is upon us, bringing many much anticipated seasonal activities and trips to see loved ones. But along with the fun comes the danger of the ice storms, blizzards and slippery roads.
How often are you driving to work and you see the driver next to you bent over the wheel peering through the small circle [...]

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Feb 02 2007

Choosing Your Sports Car’s Color

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

If you are buying a new sports car, you may have the opportunity to select its cover from the ever-growing palette provided by auto manufacturers.  When selecting a color for your sports car, there are a few factors one should consider.
Individuality may be more of a concern for some than it is for others.  If [...]

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