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Performance & TuningDiagnostic helpCommunity Starter I do not want to judge a tune only by how fast the car feels. Which parameters are worth logging periodically if the goal is catching fuel, knock, boost or temperature problems early? Mostly looking…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterSep 2, 20261987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2Baltimore2 replies0 helpful Buying Used & CPODiscussionCommunity Starter The online price looks competitive, but I am trying to judge the entire deal rather than the headline number. What should I compare besides mileage, history, condition and a PPI before deciding what…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterJul 30, 20262008 Honda Accord EX-LDenver1 reply0 helpful Cars & Parts MarketplacePrivate-party saleCommunity Starter I found a running car with cosmetic damage and deferred maintenance at a low price. Before treating it as a flip, how do you budget hidden repairs, title/registration, taxes, transport and selling ti…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterJul 22, 20261987 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2Phoenix3 replies0 helpful TransmissionQuestionCommunity Starter There is a low hum that rises with road speed regardless of engine RPM. Turning slightly left or right changes the sound. Is that enough to suspect a wheel bearing, or what else should I rule out?
UsedCarMom938Community StarterJul 3, 20262022 BMW X3 M40iHouston17 replies0 helpful Alternator & ChargingQuestionCommunity Starter 2022 Tesla Model 3 Long Range, about 23,000 miles. Battery passes a quick test and charging voltage looks normal, but after two or three days parked the car sometimes will not crank. What is the clea…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterApr 20, 20262022 Tesla Model 3 Long RangeNew York0 replies0 helpful Financing, APR & RefinancingBuying adviceCommunity Starter 2024 Kia EV9 GT-Line, about 12,000 miles. I have a preapproval in hand and the dealer offered a higher rate. Is there any reason to let them try to beat it, and how should I compare lender fees or in…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterMar 21, 20262024 Kia EV9 GT-LineDetroit6 replies0 helpful Dealer ExperiencesQuestionCommunity Starter 2008 Honda Accord EX-L, about 130,000 miles. We agreed on a vehicle price, then the worksheet included dealer-installed products I did not ask for. The total is now higher than before. What is the cl…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterFeb 17, 20262008 Honda Accord EX-LNew York5 replies0 helpful Buying Used & CPOQuestionCommunity Starter 2018 Honda Civic Si, about 42,000 miles. Car was repaired well after a moderate accident and drives straight. I am trying to price it honestly several years later. How much do buyers usually discount…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterJan 25, 20262018 Honda Civic SiBrooklyn3 replies0 helpful Private-Party Buying & SellingBuying adviceCommunity Starter 2024 Subaru WRX Premium, about 11,500 miles. Car needs tires soon and has a few cosmetic issues. I am not sure whether spending money first will return more in the sale price. What repairs or detaili…
UsedCarMom938Community StarterJan 10, 20262024 Subaru WRX PremiumOrange County5 replies0 helpful