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Archive for April, 2007

Apr 29 2007

A Far Cry from Floor Mats: The McLaren Giveaways

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Perhaps you are familiar with various automobile dealer incentives.  Sellers are known to offer the occasional freebie or perk if you purchase a car.  These incentives can be as small as a free upgrade to carpeted floor mats, or may take the more significant direction of cash back bonuses or reduced interest rate financing.  Whatever […]

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Apr 27 2007

The World’s Most Famous Sports Car

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

In 1959, Ian Fleming penned Goldfinger and inserted his secret agent hero, James Bond, into a 1959 Astin Martin DB-3.  There was a lag between the story’s release, however, and the motion picture that shared its name.  By the time Sean Connery was prepared to take out Goldfinger, the DB-3 seemed dated.  James Bond got […]

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Apr 26 2007

Keep Your Teen Driver Safe Behind the Wheel

Published by Jennifer under Auto Safety

Parents, are you protecting your teen driver when she gets behind the wheel?
Traffic crashes result in 44 percent of teen deaths, the leading cause of teen fatalities in the U.S., according to the National Safety Council. But driving and insurance experts agree: parents can play a big role in helping their teens stay safe.
“Parents should […]

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Apr 26 2007

How to lower your fuel bill

Published by Jennifer under Fuel Economy

(NC)-According to the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA), gasoline pricing is one of the most discussed consumer-related issues in Canada. The CAA reports that the instability of gasoline prices has continued to generate conversations regarding market fairness and the competitive nature of the retail gasoline market in Canada.
For many Canadians, the price of gasoline is having […]

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Apr 25 2007

Fuel-saving tip

Published by Jennifer under Fuel Economy

(NC)-If you drive a vehicle like a Honda Accord or Chevy Malibu, which gets about 9.8 liters per 100 km, a daily work commute of about 24 km at $0.969 will cost you close to $50 a month, and that’s not including weekend getaways, errands and road trips. Spending money on fuel quickly adds up. […]

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Apr 21 2007

Replicars: Building Your Own Sports Car

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Many sports car fans have gone into production!  That’s right, they have built their own sports cars—often to resemble some of the most rare and valuable sports cars in history.  These replicar owners are kit car builders who go out of their way to make high-quality replicas of the real thing.
Among the most popular home-built […]

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Apr 21 2007

Five Unforgettable Television Sports Cars from the 1970s

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Throughout the 1970s, television programs (particularly hour long action/dramas) often featured heroes with enviable sports cars.  Though not every car was particularly memorable or essential to the show’s personality, some television sports cars did manage to leave a lasting impression.  Here are five truly unforgettable television sports cars from the 1970s:
Dan Tanna’s 1957 Thunderbird from […]

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Apr 18 2007

Impreza WRX New York Auto Show

Published by Jennifer under Auto Events

Subaru unveils the Impreza WRX at the NY Auto Show, also, a view of the NISMO 350Z. Plus a clip from the show.  From Fast Lane Daily.

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Apr 14 2007

Three Amazing Private Sports Car Collections

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

There are literally thousands of sports car enthusiasts who have amassed impressive automobile collections.  However, some collections stand out as truly amazing.  Three collections, in particular, are very noteworthy and command the attention of any sports car fan.
Toad Hall
Toad Hall, the private collection of Bill Putman, features an assortment of sports cars dating back to […]

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Apr 13 2007

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask the Experts!

Published by Jennifer under Sports Cars

Owning and maintaining a sports car can be a rewarding experience.  It can also be a trying and frustrating process, as a sports car owner may confront any number of difficult issues.
There may be questions about insurance coverage, automobile protection, driving techniques, repair processes, maintenance requirements and a host of other issues.  With so many […]

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