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This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. After sitting overnight, shifting from Park to Drive can take a second or two before the vehicle actually engages. Once warm…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. 2018 Toyota Camry SE, about 143,500 miles. Auction listing has lots of cosmetic photos and records, but not much underneath.…
2024 BMW i4 eDrive40, about 43,500 miles. There is a light buzz from the dash at one narrow RPM range. It disappears above and below that speed. Any good method for locating trim resonance without ra…
2018 Cadillac CTS-V, about 138,000 miles. A former rental is cheaper than privately owned examples and has frequent service records. Cosmetics show normal wear. What extra inspection points matter be…
2021 Hyundai Palisade Limited, about 45,500 miles. Every time I ask for sale price and fees, the conversation goes back to monthly payment. I am bringing my own financing. Is there any reason not to…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. Cabin fan works normally on certain settings and then cuts out or changes speed unpredictably on others. Before replacing the…
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300, about 31,500 miles. I usually change cars every three years and do not drive huge mileage. I am comparing total cost rather than just payment. What assumptions make leasin…
This started as a small annoyance and I finally decided to track it down. 1970 Datsun 240Z, about 258,000 miles. The car is smooth around town, but there is a noticeable steering-wheel vibration in a…
2021 Toyota Highlander XLE, about 23,000 miles. After owning the car for a while, tires, insurance and service pricing mattered more than the MPG difference I obsessed over before buying. What owners…
2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LT, about 73,500 miles. The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline number. What should I compare besides milea…
