EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2001 Audi A4 2.8 Quattro

2001 Audi A4 2.8 Quattro, Sedan, Black, 83270 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/jmOfIN Compact executive, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/24

If you are looking for a car, there are five good reasons to consider this 2001 Audi Quattro:

-Luxurious: It is a luxury car, with leather seats, a premium stereo system, a high performance engine, and impeccable engineering.

-Compact: Unlike most luxury cars, it is compact.

-It has just a little over 80,000 miles put on it, which is low for a car that is 10 years old.

-It is priced at just $8,900 – affordable to most people looking for a car.

-Its original price is over $30,000, yet it is now priced at less than a third of that.

--Isa R. Bufano, social media manger of Earthy Cars

FEATURES /SPECS:
AOL AUTOS: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Audi-A4-2001-2.8__4dr_All_wheel_Drive_Quattro_Sedan/specs/

MSN AUTOS: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2001&make=Audi&model=A4&trimid=92717#trimsel

VEHIX.COM: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2001/audi/a4/4dr-sdn-28l-quattro-awd-auto/standard-equipment

YAHOO! AUTOS: http://autos.yahoo.com/audi/a4/2001/2-8-quattro/features.html
VIRTUAL TOUR:
AOL AUTOS: http://autos.yahoo.com/audi/a4/2001/2-8-quattro/features.html

USER REVIEWS:
MSN AUTOS: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=9636

EXPERT REVIEW:
NewCarTestDrive via Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/2001_audi_a4_2.8_quattro-reviews_expert/ OVERVIEW:
“Audi's A4 remains one of the best cars in this class. It combines clean looks, excellent handling, a brilliant interior, and granite build quality…

There's also a boost in safety: An electronic stability program is available to help keep you on the road during those moments we try to avoid, along with Audi's superb Quattro all-wheel-drive system. Curtain-style side-impact airbags with rollover protection are standard.” WALK AROUND / IMPRESSION:
“The A4 has always been a great-looking, understated vehicle in both sedan and wagon formats. Though the current design is more than five years old, it still works. The A4 looks the part of a sophisticated European sports sedan. Few competitors can match its clean, distinctive styling. Its dimensions have enough heft to hint at sporting intentions without being flagrant, yet the car also looks classy and timeless. Audi has a lock on subtle elegance, and the A4's graceful design presents a strong rival to the BMW 3 Series.”

“My first impression of this car was of its smoothness -- not softness -- but the smoothness of fine engineering. Everything melds with everything else. The engine is silky; the car accelerates urgently but with linear throttle response. The gearbox shifts effortlessly through the gears. Braking and steering are fluid.”

SUMMARY:
“Audi's A4 is a high-quality sedan with posh furnishings and comprehensive features. It comes loaded with character and refinement. With its seamless operation, it is a joy to drive and ride in, and it's a lot of fun to drive fast.”

EARTHY CARS VIDEO:

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 07.25.2011

What a humid couple of days we had!

Aren't you glad it has cooled down significantly?

--Isa R Bufano, social media manager of Earthy Cars

NEW ARRIVALS
2007 Honda Element EX AWD, SUV, Gold, 91060 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/qG1NmJ 5-spd manual, MPG = 18/23
2007 Subaru Forester 2.5X AWD, Crossover SUV, Black, 92293 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/oiQaB4 Mid-size, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/26
*2007 Toyota Corolla CE, Sedan, Silver, 88529 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/mQ8nxS Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/37

2006 Toyota Highlander V6, SUV, White, 81609 mi, $15,900 http://bit.ly/rq8X7x 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/25

2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, Sedan, Red, 66719 mi, $19,900 http://bit.ly/nxZKfA Compact, 6-spd manual, MPG = 30/41

2005 Honda Civic VP, Sedan, Blue, 129495 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/n5w4Ho Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/34

2003 Toyota Corolla CE, Sedan, Red, 104667 mi, $7,900 http://ht.ly/5L5fE Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/36

HUGE SALE:
Our huge sale is still on.

Every single Toyota Prius on our lot is on sale. One 2008 Prius has $4000 slashed off its original price! Another two Prius’s (a 2007 and 2006) have $200 slashed off their original price.

2008 Toyota Prius, Green, Hatchback, 80770 mi, $16,900 $14,900 $12,900 http://ht.ly/3s9zX Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2007 Toyota Prius Touring, Hatchback, Grey, 89918 mi, $15,900 $14,900 $13,900 http://bit.ly/lwtpwJ Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2006 Toyota Prius, Hatchback, Tan, 16596 mi, $19,900 $17,900 http://bit.ly/jOJ2jT Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2010 Toyota Prius, Hatchback, Blue, 25217 mi, $23,900 $24,900 http://ht.ly/54yey Mid-size, MPG = 51/48 BLOG: http://ht.ly/5rk9Q

2008 Toyota Sienna LE, Minivan, Grey, 53802 mi, $18,900 $17,900 http://bit.ly/ij5uGF 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/23

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle, Convertible, Silver, 93619 mi, $9,900 $8,900 http://bit.ly/lpxfLO Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/28 BLOG: http://ht.ly/5x7a6

2009 smart ForTwo Passion, White, Convertible, 7857 mi, $13,500 12,900 http://ht.ly/3Sn0N Microcar, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 33/41 BLOG: http://bit.ly/jnKY83

COLOR OF THE WEEK: RED
2004 Honda Civic EX, Coupe, Red, 84086 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/mnqwer Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 25/34 BLOG: http://ht.ly/5gI3k
2000 Toyota Camry Solara SE, Coupe, Red, 113188 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/iRRt4w Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/28

2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, Sedan, Red, 66719 mi, $19,900 http://bit.ly/nxZKfA
Compact, 6-spd manual, MPG = 30/41

2003 Toyota Corolla CE, Sedan, Red, 104667 mi, $7,900 http://ht.ly/5L5fE Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/36
TDI:
We have three Volkswagen’s that run on a TDI (Turbocharged Direct Injection) engine.

These vehicles run on diesel fuel. Diesel vehicles use less fuel than vehicles that run on regular fuel.

More about TDI vehicles here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/VW_TDI

*2003 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI, Hatchback, Silver, 93325 mi, http://ht.ly/5BMBn Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 35/44

*2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI, Station Wagon, Blue, 168963 mi,
http://ht.ly/5BMSK Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 29/40

2010 Volkswagen Jetta TDI, Sedan, Red, 66719 mi, $19,900 http://bit.ly/nxZKfA Compact, 6-spd manual, MPG = 30/41
VERY AFFORDABLE:
The following vehicles are $6,500 or lower –

2005 Chevrolet Aveo LS, Hatchback, Silver, 107219 mi, $4,900 http://ht.ly/5xkEl Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 23/32

2002 Ford Escort, Station Wagon, White, 86394 mi, $3,900 http://bit.ly/piW5Sl Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 23/32

2001 Toyota Camry CE, Sedan, 115689 mi, $6,500 http://ht.ly/5BMiV Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2005 Chevy Aveo

2005 Chevrolet Aveo LS, Hatchback, Silver, 107219 mi, $4,900 http://ht.ly/5xkEl Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 23/32

If you desire a car with basic features and nothing more, low-priced but reliable and not too old, then this Chevy Aveo is perfect for you.

At only $4,900, this Chevy Aveo the lowest priced car on our lot. It is just 6 years old and well maintained. Although it is a “basic” car, it comes with decent features (see below).

The Aveo is the most international car I’ve ever come across – it was designed in Italy, based on a model originally from South Korea (Daewoo Kalos), and currently manufactured by an American company. The Aveo has a piece of North America, Asia, and Europe. It’s available in 120 countries – I saw plenty of them when I was in Singapore.

The Aveo is a subcompact vehicle. That means it’s easy to park and move around. It’s a bit smaller than other subcompacts like the Toyota Yaris or Honda Fit, but larger than a Smart car.

Check this out if you’re in the market for a low-priced, small, basic vehicle.

--Isa R Bufano

VIRTUAL TOUR:
Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/chevrolet/aveo/2005/ls-wagon/virtual-tour.html

AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Chevrolet-Aveo-2005/photos/?tab=exterior&style=Hatchback

SPECS / FEATURES:
“[The Aveo LS comes] standard with single-stage airbags, halogen headlamps, vented front disc brakes, a height-adjustable driver's seat, child safety seat system, manually operated side-view mirrors, tinted glass, tilt steering wheel, 60/40 split folding rear seat, AM/FM stereo, two-speed intermittent variable wipers, and a rear window defogger...LS adds air conditioning and carpeted floormats.”

AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Chevrolet-Aveo-2005-LS__4dr_Hatchback/specs-mpg/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2005&make=Chevrolet&model=Aveo&trimid=99062

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2005/chevrolet/aveo/5dr-hb-ls/standard-equipment

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/chevrolet/aveo/2005/ls-wagon/features.html
USER REVIEWS:
At Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/chevrolet/aveo/2005/ls-wagon/reviews/

At MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=11218&trimid=99060

EXPERT REVIEW:
Sam Moses via NewCar Test Drive:

“The Chevrolet Aveo offers affordable transportation in a choice of four-door sedan or five-door hatchback. [The] Aveo challenges the Toyota Echo, Scion xA, Kia Rio, and Hyundai Accent for the base rung of the transportation ladder. Aveo is based on the Daewoo Kalo, a Korean car that's popular in many countries around the world.

The base models are basic, but the interiors are quite nice. The front seats are comfortable and the back seats are surprisingly roomy. The Aveo looks good, and the body panels fit well. Both models get zippy performance from a twin-cam four-cylinder engine built by GM. Sharp steering makes the Aveo fun to drive, while its decent ride and reasonably quiet cabin make for pleasant transportation.”
“The Chevrolet Aveo body was created, believe it or not, in Giorgetto Giugiaro's Italdesign studio in Turin, Italy. And the Italian influence shows, especially in the smooth sedan, which is better looking than the Hyundai Accent or Kia Rio. The sedan and five-door hatchback ride on the same relatively generous 97.6-inch wheelbase”

“The nose is nice: simple and clean with tidy shapes. The headlights are horizontal and nicely rounded at the corners, underlined in amber by long, thin turn signals. The grille smiles at you with its bright crossbar and Chevy bowtie set against inconspicuous black mesh. Both front and rear bumpers are body colored and integrate well with the shape of the car.”

Read more here: http://autos.yahoo.com/2005_chevrolet_aveo_ls_wagon-review_expert/?reviewId=548085486&page=1

VIDEOS:

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 07.15.2011

NEW ARRIVALS:
We have A LOT of car that have just arrived here at Earthy Cars. And we have a lot of vehicles on the way.

2004 Audi A4 1.8T, Sedan, Blue, 83659 mi, $12,900 http://ht.ly/5BLNM Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29
2008 Honda Civic LX, Sedan, Blue, 64041 mi, $13,900 http://ht.ly/5BM1y Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 25/36
2005 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport, Hatchback, Grey, 119122 mi, $10,900 http://ht.ly/5BM5W Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26
*2001 Toyota Camry CE, Sedan, 115689 mi, $6,500 http://ht.ly/5BMiV Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29

*2002 Toyota Camry LE, Sedan, Silver, 117726 mi, http://ht.ly/5BMqs Mid-size, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/30

*2003 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI, Hatchback, Silver, 93325 mi, http://ht.ly/5BMBn Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 35/44

*2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI, Station Wagon, Blue, 168963 mi, http://ht.ly/5BMSK Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 29/40

HUGE SALE:
Our huge sale is still going on. Up to $2000 off.

2007 Honda Fit, Black, Hatchback, 104455 mi, $9,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/hwOHa5 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/34
2009 smart ForTwo Passion, White, Convertible, 7857 mi, $13,500 12,900 http://ht.ly/3Sn0N Microcar, 5-spd automatic,
MPG = 33/41 BLOG: http://bit.ly/jnKY83

2008 Toyota Prius, Green, Hatchback, 80770 mi, $16,900 $14,900 http://ht.ly/3s9zX Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2007 Toyota Prius Touring, Hatchback, Grey, 89918 mi, $15,900 $14,900 http://bit.ly/lwtpwJ Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2010 Toyota Prius, Hatchback, Blue, 25217 mi, $23,900 $24,900 http://ht.ly/54yey Mid-size, MPG = 51/48 BLOG: http://ht.ly/5rk9Q\

SUBCOMPACTS:
Sub compact vehicles run light on gas and are easy to park.

2005 Chevrolet Aveo Special Value, Hatchback, Silver, 107219 mi, $4,900 http://ht.ly/5xkEl Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 23/32
2007 Honda Fit, Black, Hatchback, 104455 mi, $9,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/hwOHa5 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/34

2006 Scion xA, Hatchback, Silver, 52034 mi, $10,900http://bit.ly/loJahh Subcompact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

EUROPEAN VEHICLES:
Vehicles from across the Atlantic….

2004 Audi A4 1.8T, Sedan, Blue, 83659 mi, $12,900 http://ht.ly/5BLNM Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29

2001 Audi A4 2.8, Sedan, Black, 83270 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/jmOfIN Compact executive, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/24

2009 smart ForTwo Passion, White, Convertible, 7857 mi, $13,500 12,900 http://ht.ly/3Sn0N Microcar, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 33/41 BLOG: http://bit.ly/jnKY83

*2003 Volkswagen Golf GLS TDI, Hatchback, Silver, 93325 mi, http://ht.ly/5BMBn Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 35/44

2006 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5, Sedan, Blue, 89364 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/mzugKp Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 19/28 BLOG: http://ht.ly/56PxT
*2003 Volkswagen Jetta GL TDI, Station Wagon, Blue, 168963 mi, http://ht.ly/5BMSK Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 29/40

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle, Convertible, Silver, 93619 mi, $9,900, http://bit.ly/lpxfLO Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/28 BLOG: http://ht.ly/5x7a6

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2003 VW New Beetle Convertible

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle, Convertible, Silver, 93619 mi, $9,900, http://bit.ly/lpxfLO Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/28

This 2003 VW New Beetle is one of the two convertibles on our lot currently. Convertibles = the perfect summer car.

The 2003 model is a part of the 1st generation of the New Beetle. The New Beetle is a modern version of the classic Beetle – modern engineering and features with retro styling. 2003 was the first year there was a convertible version of the Beetle.

Consider this, if you want to go out in retro styling, with fresh air comfort.

--Isa R Bufano, social media manager of Earthy Cars

OVERVIEW:
Via AOL Autos:
“When it arrived in 1998, Volkswagen's New Beetle rekindled the magic of its legendary namesake and became a ray of sunshine in an all-too-serious car market. At that time, we asked: Where's the convertible? We've been asking that question every year since. Finally, it's here.

The question now becomes: Did they wait too long? Volkswagen's New Beetle is no longer that new, having been around for about six years now. With the Chrysler PT Cruiser, Ford Thunderbird, Mini Cooper and other retrospective designs stealing headlines, the Beetle no longer basks in the retro-fad limelight.

Beetle remains a stylish car, however. And because it's a Volkswagen, the Beetle is a refined car. It combines German engineering and performance with exceptional fit and finish, and it represents a good value. Like other retro-mobiles, however, driver and passengers must make some concessions for style. Interior ergonomics are not as good those in a more traditional car, such as the Golf. Nor is there a lot of trunk space.

Drop the top and all these concerns are blown away, of course. The New Beetle convertible is good fun. It's also tight. Volkswagen has engineered a winning chassis with none of the cowl shake common on most convertibles. New for 2003, Beetle convertibles are offered with 2.0-liter or 1.8-liter turbo engines.

[The standard Beetle] comes in an assortment of bright, fun colors. Its exterior and interior design details are fun and creative. On the road, the Beetle is smooth and sophisticated and handles well. It's considered a safe car. Beetle earned top scores in the federal governments crash tests and comes with Volkswagen's excellent safety features. Just don't expect to see people looking, smiling and waving at you every time you come around a corner as much as they did when the New Beetle first hit the streets. After all, Beetle is now a familiar face in America.”

FEATURES / SPECS:
Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/volkswagen/new-beetle-convertible/2003/gl-2-0l/features.html

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2003&make=Volkswagen&model=New%20Beetle&trimid=96214

AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Volkswagen-New+Beetle-2003-GL__2dr_Convertible/specs/

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2003/volkswagen/new-beetle-convertible/2dr-convertible-gl-manual/standard-equipment
EXPERT REVIEWS:
NewCarTest Drive via AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Volkswagen-New+Beetle-2003-GL__2dr_Convertible/expert-review/

USER REVIEWS:
Via MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=10492

Via AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Volkswagen-New+Beetle-2003-GL__2dr_Convertible/user-reviews/
VIRTUAL TOUR:
Via MSN Autos

Via AOL Autos

VIDEOS:
REVIEW:


EARTHY CARS VIDEO:

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 07.05.2011

Hope you all enjoyed the long 4th of July weekend!

It looks like the summer is off to a nice start.

Our huge sale is still going on. There are several vehicles on sale – see below.

--Isa R Bufano, social media manager of Earthy Cars

NEW ARRIVALS:
2001 Audi A4 2.8, Sedan, Black, 83270 mi, http://bit.ly/jmOfIN Compact executive, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/24

2006 Honda Accord 2.4 SE, Sedan, Silver, 57210 mi, http://bit.ly/iyMe2C Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31

2007 Pontiac Vibe, Hatchback, White, 124583 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/iruIvS Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 25/31
2005 Toyota Highlander V6 w/3rd Row, SUV, Silver, 104311 mi, $13,900 http://ht.ly/5uUzv 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/22
HUGE SALE:
Our huge sale is still going on. The following vehicles are on sale – up to $2000 off!

2007 Honda Fit, Black, Hatchback, 104455 mi, $9,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/hwOHa5 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/34

2009 smart ForTwo Passion, White, Convertible, 7857 mi, $13,500 12,900 http://ht.ly/3Sn0N Microcar, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 33/41 BLOG: http://bit.ly/jnKY83

2008 Toyota Prius, Green, Hatchback, 80770 mi, $16,900 $14,900 http://ht.ly/3s9zX Mid-size, MPG = 48/45
2007 Toyota Prius Touring, Hatchback, Grey, 89918 mi, $15,900 $14,900 http://bit.ly/lwtpwJ Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2-DOOR VEHICLES:
The following vehicles have just 2-doors:

2004 Honda Civic EX, Coupe, Red, 84086 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/mnqwer Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 25/34

2007 Mini Cooper, Hatchback, Red, 67393 mi, $14,900, http://bit.ly/dU7aDj Subcompact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 27/36
2009 smart ForTwo Passion, Convertible, White, 7857 mi, $13,500 12,900 http://ht.ly/3Sn0N Microcar, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 33/41 BLOG: http://bit.ly/jnKY83

2000 Toyota Camry Solara SE, Coupe, Red, 113188 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/iRRt4w Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/28
2003 Volkswagen Beetle, Convertible, Silver, 93619 mi, $9,900, http://bit.ly/lpxfLO Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/28

HONDA’S:
We always have a decent number of Honda’s on our lot. Right now, we have one Civic (Honda’s primary compact model), two Fit’s (Honda’s primary sub-compact model), and one Accord (Honda’s primary mid-size model).

2004 Honda Civic EX, Coupe, Red, 84086 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/mnqwer Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 25/34

2007 Honda Fit, Black, Hatchback, 104455 mi, $9,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/hwOHa5 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/34

2007 Honda Fit Sport, Blue, Hatchback, 72897 mi, $12,900, http://bit.ly/eeDmt4 Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/34 BLOG: http://bit.ly/jMGkfq
2006 Honda Accord 2.4 SE, Sedan, Silver, 57210 mi, http://bit.ly/iyMe2C Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31