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2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
According to this list the Intrigue is class 3. Achieva, Alero, and Cutlass are class 2.
http://www.gmoutlet.com/gmpppriceindex.html
My personal choice for a minivan would be either the new '04 Nissan Quest, or Mazda MPV.
One other thing about my Carmax experience, they pulled one of my spark plugs and broke my plug wire. I couldn't prove they did it of course, I had to buy another plug wire set. If you take your car to them make sure you check your plug wires before you drive the car off the lot.
Carmax also can request a service record from a dealer based on VIN number for a fee. They may do that. More and more used car buyers are taking advantage of the technology availably to see whther or not they are buying someone else's problem.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
oldsman : Can't believe the troubles you have. Is it still mainly the transmission? Why won't they just replace it?
It was a "Final 500" car.
My dealer has one. Good looking car.
Such as line pressure problems or torque convertor issues that may cause a vibration in the 40-50 mph speed range.
The Honda was right at 29K, every dealer would only offer $1K off msrp. The same equipment on the Chrysler (leather, power doors, etc) put it at $33K, and between rebates (which Honda never seems to need to offer) and the discount off of MSRP, the price came down to 28K. Same as the Honda.
And the Odyssey will be worth far more in three years compared to the Chrysler.
2021 VW Arteon SEL 4-motion, 2018 VW Passat SE w/tech, 2016 Audi Q5 Premium Plus w/tech
http://www.freep.com/money/autonews/olds29_20030329.htm
IIHS also track real world data from crashes. Guess where the Silhouette rates for 1999-2001?
Safest on the list.
http://www.iihs.org/vehicle_ratings/ictl/ictl_wagon.htm
Seems kind of strange that they would develop a new 3.6L V6 when they just scrapped a 3.5L V6 that only saw about 4 years of production. Of course the new V6 has 255 bhp and 252 lb. ft. of torque. The most powerful variant of the engine will exceed 370 bhp and 350 lb. ft. of torque. I'm assuming this one will show up in the Cadillac "V" Series.
Anyone have any idea how much off MSRP new leftover 2002 Intrigues are selling for?
I usually go to Carsdirect.com and Edmunds for my pricing info, but they only have 2003 model info.
Thanks,
Peter
I doubt that I can get that kind of price at a dealer. Then again, they're practically giving these cars away.
Peter
http://www.detnews.com/2003/insiders/0304/01/insider-124694.htm
I think the 370hp variant will be via turbocharging.
sda, glad your wife loves the minivan. There must be something about women and vans as my ex-girlfried liked minivans and we had no children or any need/desire for a van!
Right now it's being inspected by a mechanic.
TIA
:-(
BTW, its shoes are still Eagle LS, about half-way though. Is it me or those tires are darn noisy?
If not, Olds might also have done a better job insulating the rolling noise, for the powertrain is very quiet.
Goodyears have always worn quickly too. The only goodyears I had that were quiet were my eagle aquatreads on my 89 SHO but those only lasted 30k miles.
Goodyears = loud, expensive, wear quick. Otherwise really good tires.
For my money next time I will try something quieter. and maybe cheaper if i can.
On to my sick car, she will be spending the weekend in the shop as I called today and they are awaiting a new transmission. I was shocked, they are going to finally replace the transmission. Service advisor said they had contacted GM and GM authorized the replacement. So maybe there is hope, although I've already gotten new car fever and am ready for something else.
The RS-A is a pretty decent tire overall but nothing to write a letter to mom about. Beats driving on FIRESTONES.
Does anybody know what this could be & if there is anything I can check out myself?
Thanks
Anyway, I had the wheels aligned this morning and the noise is far lower now. The tires are still on the noisy side, but it sounds normal to me now.
Gasoline evaporates quite easily. In the past these evaporative emissions were vented into the atmosphere. 20% of all HC emissions from the automobile are from the gas tank. In 1970 legislation was passed, prohibiting venting of gas tank fumes into the atmosphere. An evaporative control system was developed to eliminate this source of pollution. The function of the fuel evaporative control system is to trap and store evaporative emissions from the gas tank and carburetor. A charcoal canister is used to trap the fuel vapors. The fuel vapors adhere to the charcoal, until the engine is started, and engine vacuum can be used to draw the vapors into the engine, so that they can be burned along with the fuel/air mixture. This system requires the use of a sealed gas tank filler cap. This cap is so important to the operation of the system, that a test of the cap is now being integrated into many state emission inspection programs. Pre-1970 cars released fuel vapors into the atmosphere through the use of a vented gas cap. Today with the use of sealed caps, redesigned gas tanks are used. The tank has to have the space for the vapors to collect so that they can then be vented to the charcoal canister. A purge valve is used to control the vapor flow into the engine. The purge valve is operated by engine vacuum. One common problem with this system is that the purge valve goes bad and engine vacuum draws fuel directly into the intake system. This enriches the fuel mixture and will foul the spark plugs. Most charcoal canisters have a filter that should be replaced periodically. This system should be checked when fuel mileage drops.
My words now:
Have also had rusted gas filler tube and or leaky tank. Check the vent line at the tank and also up near the canister for a crack or broken hose.
First as suggested, the cap must be tight.
Good luck. Let us know how you make out.
I wasn't able to find one and am actually considering shelling $120 for the factory service manual, but I'm afraid that it doesn't provide basic instructions for a weekend mechanic and just assumes them...
TIA
My 00 with about 60K miles has developed a noise around 40 mph and up. It is a kind of flapping rhythic sound, that gets worse at higher speeds. But no check engine light, and revving up is smooth. Infact got almost 30 mpg a couple of weeks back on a 360 mile trip along with a reminder to contribute to the local law enforcement duties.
I am not sure if it is exhause related, tire related or as you say wheel bearings.
Almost new Dunlop Sport A2's since 50K miles.
Turning up the volume is no longer working.