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If you can find a copy of the April 20th edition of the newspaper USA Today, you will find a review of the Sebring Convertible. I think if you read that you will definitely choose the Solara!
Just my 2 cents.
fastdriver
PS Chrysler is NOT my favorite company.
-Ret
I agree with you. Take the reviews as a GUIDE. Did you ever read this? http://www.autoextremist.com/archives/991012/page2.shtml
Makes you think.
fastdriver
This sounds like a great deal if the car is is good condition. It's not the number of miles, it's how they were driven. If you drive a LOT, this may not be a good deal, but if you drive only a few thousand miles per year, this can be a GREAT car for a few years. Be sure that you have all the service records, and that the timing belt was replaced on schedule.
mag reviews -
Any magazine that takes ads is held captive by their advertisers. This is true of car mags, hi-fi mags, photo and computer mags, etc. - When have you ever seen a BAD review? Only Consumer Reports and a very few others are unbiased by their advertisers. Ya gotta take it all with a large grain of salt!
This guy is reviewing a 4cyl 2000 Solara he rented. He gave this car 1 out of 5 stars. I own a 2000 V6 SLE Solara that I love so I know I am just a bit biased but 1 out of 5 stars??? lol...
http://home.cox.rr.com/joubworld/atoysolra.htm
Once you click on the link and read his summary make sure you click down below for the FULL review and laugh some more. Everyone is entitled to his/her opinion I know...I just can't imagine anyone being this dissatisfied with this car. Enjoy!
-Justin
It is a bit surprising considering how upscale the rest of the interior is, isn't it?
I had the car doors totally re-lubed at the dealer and I still get the problem.
Anyone else experience this?
'00 Solara SE V6 55000km
best of luck!
dave
2001 V6 SE 5sp leather
I am looking to get wider tires for my 99SE. I have the OEM 205 65 15 tires. I would like to know if 215 can fit on the OEM 15 inch rims and if I have to do in speedo modifications. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
P.S. In the same day, I also drove the Sebring LXi and I don't think it is in the same class as per driving impressions. Solara felt much nicer!!
I am also interested in wider tires. I believe that we can go to 215's easily. If you go to the lower profile 55's, I believe that you don't need to worry about the speedo. Here's a nfity tire size calculator that can show you the effect of different sizes, and the speedo error.
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
The new Zaino product will be an accelerative additive that can be mixed
with Z-2, Z-3 or Z-5....
Below are just a few of the improvements....
1. When mixed as per directions, you will not need to apply Z-1...
2. It will reduce the drying time, thus making the polish more user friendly in damp environments...
3. It will increase the gloss factor and extend the durability level..
4. It will have an instant cure time, so you can immediately apply multiple coats.. No more waiting between coats...
5. And more........
Sounds good to me! Increased gloss factor and multiple coats in one day! No release date yet, but soon I think.
fastdriver
I am very surprised to hear your complaint about the seat. I find the Solara seat very comfortable, in fact that is the reason I traded in my Lexus - the Solara seats are better!
Maybe you are trying to sit in the seat the same way as your previous car seat, and this isn't working? A little too upright will put pressure on the lower back. I have a bad back, and try to use the seat with as little pressure on my lower back as possible. I have the front raised as much as possible, the rear as low as possible, and the back at about 90 degrees with the seat bottom. Your weight is now spread along your back, instead of just at the bottom. It is VERY comfortable this way for long drives, and the way most race cars are set.
You can only lose a LOT of money to change the car at this time. If you cannot find a new position that is comfortable, perhaps a trip to a good car upholstery shop that can modify the seat is in order? Good Luck!
The Acura is probably a higher end car, but you are looking at the cheapest Acura vs the top Solara, so it may be moot.
The CL may handle better, but the Solara ride is hard to beat.
The Solara's back seat is bigger than some 4-door sedans and almost any other coupe, if that is important.
They are BOTH of equal reliability and susceptibility to being stolen. The Solara uses a special "immobilizer" key - the car cannot be hotwired and started without it, I don't know about the Acura.
Drive them BOTH a lot, and don't be rushed or swayed by the dealers.
Good Luck!
http://users.ev1.net/~gunpilot/misc
Thanks in advance.
Dawgster
citizen_dog - TRD is proud of thier stuff so it gets pricey, but it seems quality. I have not heard of a SC breaking yet. I got mine at 3500 miles on the car, and the only thing that happened was the SC belt ate throught the AC line. My dealer fixed it under warranty and relocated the AC line, so problem fixed. Some people at Camryman.org feel TRD support is poor, but you have to consider the Solara is based off of a family sadan! Check out Toyotaparts4u.com for TRD parts. They are nice people and have the best prices. Good luck and enjoy the ride. The Solara is a great sleeper car. It has much potential.
and also many folks prefer four doors, esp families. I have installed that
wooddash kit and I am glad I did as it looks fine...like the new Avalon's..
I had to order the full kit to get all the parts I needed and throw away the rest. They give you WAY too many parts - I just wanted it to look about the same as my Lexus - tasteful but not overdone. I mean a wood ring around the speakers, speedometer and ignition is just TOO much IMO!
It was not too difficut to do, just take your time, and do it on a sunny day, You leave the parts in the sun for a few minutes so that they can get soft and easily to fit to the dash. Do be careful - Once they are on - they will NOT move! Maybe having a friend to help is a good idea. When you peel them off the shipping card, they are slightly sticky. You can stick them on the dash this way to see how each piece looks. Do NOT remove the protective tape cover until you are ready!
Anyway, it really looks good, it changed the entire interior feel of the car. One rider asked if I had gotten a new car!
I agree with automophile as to his directions for application.
My instructions said to warm the item with a hair dryer before
applying. He is right...Once it is on, it will not come off!!! In
my opinion, it is well worth it ...........
Thanks