by Reed on March 30, 2010

Gregg Hall asked:
It really isn’t that difficult to Make sure that your sports car is in top shape all of the time. The only thing you have to do is take the time and effort to do some preventive maintenance to head off the aggravation, hassle, and expense of taking it to a mechanic shop when the engine suddenly locks up or the “idiot lights” in the instrument panel light up.
The maintenance records are crucial for higher end sports cars such as BMW, Mercedes, and Lexus. Everyone that wants a car can’t afford to buy a sports car from one of these companies but here are some hints and tips that will help you maintain your sports car no matter what it is.
It is always sensible to inspect the brakes, tires, check the oil and the steering system as well to make sure that everything is normal before going for a drive. If you hear a sound or noise that was not there before while out driving the automobile, take it to your automobile mechanic or local repair shop to have it checked into.
Have the auto-mechanic look into all the parts of the ignition system. The spark plugs should be inspected since their condition is a very good indicator of how the engine is performing overall. These days with the advances in technology they should be changed every 100,000 miles but you should still be checking them every 30,000 miles just to be certain that everything is OK.
Due to the fact that the rotor and distributor cap are made of plastic which deteriorate over time due to normal wear and tear they need to be checked regularly. To make certain that these don’t casue any problems when starting the vehicle have them checked on a regular basis.
The various filters act as a preventatives against rust and other harmful objects that could hurt the performance of your vehicle. There several filters such as those for oil or fuel. These filters should be checked frequently – about every 3,000 miles.
Keep tack of the automobile’s mileage by computing the amount of fuel bought and the amount of miles driven as exhibited by the odometer before and after you fill your tank. If you discover a sudden and noticeable change in the number of miles per gallon, be proactive and take the car to the mechanic shop for analysis.
If your car’s sensor lights come on,you should be on the safe side and pull the car over to the side of the road call for help. The lights are there for a reason and there is a chance that the trouble can be relieved there or if it is a serious matter it may have to towed to a repair shop.
by Reed on January 22, 2010
I am considering purchasing either the RX or GX Suv and wanted to know what the costs of maintaining one would be. I have an Infiniti and am not pleased with the routine maintenance costs. Anyone have any ideas? Thanks.
An auto repair company (or most that i know or have worked at) are NOT going too think you can afford more because of your car type and charge you more. That is absolutely absurd. I will tell you though that not all dealerships like Lexus or Mercedes or BMW charge an CRAZY amount of money for there parts. Even to independant auto repair companies like mine. And it really comes down to you get what you pay for. If you want OE parts then you have to pay the price. You could always go after market but for more expensive cars like that aftermarket parts can cause you more problems
they are good cars and they will run a LONG time. But just remember if you car is more expensive that means your oil filters are more expensive and you will most likely use synthetic oil which is more expensive and most recommend premium gas which we all know gas is just going up and up.
so i would be 100% sure that in the case that something needs to be replaced like shocks or waterpumps or radiators and such that you will be able to afford high prices in those areas.
And if you decide to go used… ALWAYS have the car checked out before you purchase its very important to do that before you buy because it can save you alot of heartbreak in the end. Just cuz a car SEEMS to be running right doesnt mean it is and if you take the car to an auto repair shop or dealership you can trust they may be able to tell you in the future what repairs will need to be made because sometimes you can tell if in the near future something will need to be replaced.
I hope ive been helpful to you. Good luck
by Reed on January 14, 2010
FOR FULL ARTICLE:
http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/Drives/Comparos/articleId=133730?tid=edmunds.il.home.photopanel..4.*
Sure, you can get sticker shock at the gas station, but you don’t have to give up your sport-utility vehicle. You don’t even have to give up the carlike luxury trimmings you’ve come to expect as part of the SUV experience.
That’s what the 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 Bluetec and 2008 Lexus RX 400h are meant for.
Or maybe you’re looking to make a political statement. Those on the right-hand side of the aisle might want to use less imported oil, while left-leaning types just want to use less oil, period. And what better way to represent your social consciousness than with the SUV you drive?
In fact, this comparison is all about the debate. Once you commit to a greener way of life with a sport-utility, which is the better choice, diesel or hybrid? 2009 Mercedes-Benz ML320 Bluetec or 2008 Lexus RX 400h?
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by Reed on January 11, 2010
by Reed on January 11, 2010