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2018 Subaru Forester 2.5i, about 33,500 miles. The tires looked okay until I checked the inner shoulder, which is much more worn. The car is slightly lowered. What alignment measurements matter most…
2022 Ford Maverick XLT Hybrid, about 37,000 miles. The car carries pets and sees dusty conditions. Is inspecting or cleaning the battery cooling intake/fan a reasonable preventive job when the servic…
Every few days the car hesitates for a split second leaving a stop, then drives normally. No permanent warning light. I want to know what data to capture the next time it happens. I am trying not to…
2024 Subaru WRX Premium, about 38,000 miles. A catalyst efficiency code came back after clearing once. The car drives normally and there are no misfire codes. Before condemning the catalytic converte…
News says my model year is involved, but the VIN lookup shows no open recall. Is that usually because only certain build ranges are affected, or can the databases lag? I am in Portland.
I can feel a small click through the seat base in corners. Mounting bolts appear tight and power functions work. How do you isolate rail play versus the frame or motor mechanism? Mostly looking for t…
2024 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor, about 32,500 miles. Manufacturer offers promotional financing or a cash incentive. What is the right way to calculate which one is worth more over my expected p…
I am trying to balance purchase price against downtime and surprise repairs. Would you put the same budget into an older proven car with cash left over, or a newer car with warranty coverage? I am tr…
