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This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. After a hot stop-and-go commute the clutch engagement point felt different, but it returned to normal later. No slipping at f…
1970 Datsun 240Z, about 79,000 miles. There is early surface rust on brackets, fasteners and seams underneath, but nothing structural. For a salt-belt car, what treatment slows it down without creati…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. 2018 Toyota Camry SE, about 90,500 miles. Pads and rotors were replaced recently and stopping performance is good, but there…
The car has crossed 100k and still drives well. I want to stay ahead of age-related failures instead of waiting for roadside problems. What systems started needing attention after this mileage for ot…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. 2023 Ford Bronco Badlands, about 4,000 miles. The advertised used-car price was competitive, but the worksheet includes prote…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. 1993 Mazda RX-7 Touring, about 238,500 miles. Budget allows one meaningful upgrade. Current street tires are decent and brake…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. I have a trade with some equity and I am buying another car. Dealer wants to talk only in payment numbers. Would you settle s…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. Auction listing has lots of cosmetic photos and records, but not much underneath. For an older enthusiast car, what questions…
