EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2009 Blue Honda Civic Hybrid

2009 Honda Civic Hybrid, Blue, Sedan, 65693 mi, $14,900 http://bit.ly/tq5RSQ Compact, MPG = 40/45

VIRTUAL TOUR:
Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/honda/civic-hybrid/2009/cvt-at-pzev/virtual-tour.html

AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Honda-Civic+Hybrid-2009/photos/

SPECS / FEATURES:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Honda-Civic+Hybrid-2009/specs/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2009&make=Honda&model=Civic%20Hybrid&trimid=107952

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/honda/civic-hybrid/2009/cvt-at-pzev/features.html

EXPERT REVIEWS:
NewCarTestDrive via AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Honda-Civic+Hybrid-2009/expert-review/

“The 2009 Honda Civic gets a freshened look. The Civic continues holds its position at the top of the highly competitive compact class, thanks to innovative styling, refinement, Honda reliability, and a broad model line that ranges from the eco-friendly Civic Hybrid to the racy Civic Si.

All 2009 Civics present a fresh face to the world, with a new bumper and grille up front, and new headlight and taillight color combinations. Uplevel models feature new alloy wheel designs as well. Inside, all 2009 Civic models come with a sporty three-spoke steering wheel.

The Civic comes standard with side-impact airbags and other safety features that are optional on competitive models. Vehicle Stability Assist, which is Honda's name for electronic stability control, is now standard on the Civic EX-L and Civic Hybrid, in addition to the Civic Si.

The Honda Civic Hybrid sedan is powered by a 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine coupled with a permanent magnet electric motor and a continuously variable transmission. The Hybrid features dramatically reduced emissions, and it delivers an EPA-rated 40/45 mpg City/Highway, second only to the 48/45 mpg of the Toyota Prius.”

"We like driving Honda Civics. We found ride quality in the Honda Civic solid but not overly firm, with less road noise and wind whistle than is common for the class. The exceptionally stiff chassis gives the Civic a solid and planted feel. The brake feel is solid as well. Thoroughly modern front and rear suspension designs deliver impressive stability and certain steering response. The long wheelbase smoothes the ride."

"The Honda Civic is the benchmark for compact cars. The Civic LX sedan is a superb choice for someone who wants a practical compact that is smooth, comfortable and quick. The EX models add all the conveniences, including heated leather seats in the EX-L. The GX offers basic transportation with the potential economy and real emissions reduction of natural gas. The Hybrid makes a good commuter car with its fuel-saving electric motor. The Si Coupe and Si Sedan deliver sporty performance for driving enthusiasts."

USER REVIEWS:
MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=13252

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/honda/civic-hybrid/2009/cvt-at-pzev/reviews/

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EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 12.26.2011 - END OF THE YEAR HUGE SALE

END OF THE YEAR HUGE SALE
It’s the end of the year. We need to make way for a new batch of vehicles.

More than half of our vehicles are on sale. That includes vehicles of different brands, styles, sizes, years, and colors. Some vehicles are $4000 off!

2008 BMW 328 xi, Black, Sedan, 36860 mi, $26,900 $22,900 http://bit.ly/uKHFes Compact, 6-spd automatic w/auto-shift, MPG = 17/25

2005 Ford F-150 STX, Pick-up truck, Red, 112263 mi, $11,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/pyktBZ Full-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 12/16

2010 Honda Accord 2.4 LX, Sedan, Polished Metal, 25436 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/oRrqMY Full-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31 BLOG: http://ht.ly/7lRQS

2008 Honda Accord 2.4 LX-P, Sedan, Nighthawk Black, 29128 mi, $15,900 $14,900 http://bit.ly/s3V3As Full size, 5-spd automatic, MPG= 21/31

2010 Honda Insight LX, Sedan, Blue, 51400 mi, $16,900 $14,900 http://bit.ly/phQlxw Compact, MPG = 40/43 BLOG: http://bit.ly/ojnCN6

2008 Jeep Wrangler X, SUV, Black, 53087 mi, $18,900 $17,900 http://bit.ly/rjSMOd Automatic 4-spd, 4WD, MPG = 15/19 BLOG: http://ht.ly/6o506

2009 Nissan Versa 1.6, Silver, Sedan, 30642 mi, $9,900 $8,900 http://bit.ly/s1LeX4 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/34 BLOG: http://bit.ly/tCe1Xa

2006 Scion xB, Minivan/Hatchback, Blue, 51341 mi, $9,900 $8,900 http://bit.ly/pwFXaD Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/30

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X, Blue, Crossover SUV, 71309 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/uqjJZq 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2005 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport, Hatchback, Grey, 119122 mi, $10,900 $9,900 http://ht.ly/5BM5W Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2007 Toyota Corolla CE, Sedan, Silver, 88529 mi, $10,900 $9,900 http://bit.ly/naw7ga Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/37

2007 Toyota Highlander V6 w/3rd Row, SUV, Red, 80273 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/pLqiwX Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 18/23

2010 Toyota Prius II, Hatchback, Silver, 61066 mi, $19,900 $16,500 http://bit.ly/n0bgLR Mid-size, MPG = 51/48

2010 Toyota Prius II, Grey, Hatchback, 50172 mi, $18,900 $16,900 http://bit.ly/vqNuo1 Mid-size, MPG = 51/48

2007 Volkswagen Eos 2.0T, Convertible, Blue, 46579 mi, $19,900 $17,900 http://bit.ly/qwhMVc Compact, 6-spd auto-shift, MPG = 20/29

2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S, Silver, Hatchback, 59082 mi, $11,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/w3qP0I Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/30

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 12.11.2011

Twelve of the vehicles on our lot are on sale. That includes vehicles of various sizes, brands, years, designs, and colors. Vehicles are up to $2000 off:

LUXURY & SPORT
2008 BMW 328 xi, Black, Sedan, 36860 mi, $26,900 $22,900 http://bit.ly/uKHFes Compact, 6-spd automatic w/auto-shift, MPG = 17/25

2007 Volkswagen Eos 2.0T, Convertible, Blue, 46579 mi, $19,900 $17,900 http://bit.ly/qwhMVc Compact, 6-spd auto-shift, MPG = 20/29

HYBRIDS
2010 Toyota Prius II, Hatchback, Silver, 61066 mi, $19,900 $17,500 http://bit.ly/n0bgLR Mid-size, MPG = 51/48

2010 Honda Insight LX, Sedan, Blue, 51400 mi, $16,900 $14,900 http://bit.ly/phQlxw Compact, MPG = 40/43 BLOG: http://bit.ly/ojnCN6

2010 Toyota Prius II, Grey, Hatchback, 50172 mi, $18,900 $16,900 http://bit.ly/vqNuo1 Mid-size, MPG = 51/48

SUVS & CROSSOVERS
2007 Toyota Highlander V6 w/3rd Row, SUV, Red, 80273 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/pLqiwX Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 18/23

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X, Blue, Crossover SUV, 71309 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/uqjJZq 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

COMPACT SEDANS
2007 Toyota Corolla CE, Sedan, Silver, 88529 mi, $10,900 $9,900 http://bit.ly/naw7ga Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/37

FULL SIZE SEDAN
2008 Honda Accord 2.4 LX-P, Sedan, Nighthawk Black, 29128 mi, $15,900 $14,900 http://bit.ly/s3V3As Full size, 5-spd automatic, MPG= 21/31

HATCHBACKS
2005 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport, Hatchback, Grey, 119122 mi, $10,900 $9,900 http://ht.ly/5BM5W Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S, Silver, Hatchback, 59082 mi, $11,900 $10,900 http://bit.ly/w3qP0I Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/30

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2009 Blue Subaru Forester 2.5X

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X, Blue, Crossover SUV, 71309 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/uqjJZq 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

VIRTUAL TOUR:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Subaru-Forester-2009-2.5_X__4dr_All_wheel_Drive/photos/

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/subaru/forester/2009/2-5x/virtual-tour.html

SPECS / FEATURES:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Subaru-Forester-2009-2.5_X__4dr_All_wheel_Drive/specs/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2009&make=Subaru&model=Forester&trimid=106990

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/subaru/forester/2009/2-5x/features.html

EXPERT REVIEWS:
NewCarTestDrive: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2009/subaru/forester/expert-reviews/nctd

Autoblog.com: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Subaru-Forester-2009-2.5_X__4dr_All_wheel_Drive/expert-review/

Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2009/subaru/forester

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/review.aspx?year=2009&make=Subaru&model=Forester&cp-documentid=1108589

Road & Track: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/review.aspx?year=2009&make=Subaru&model=Forester&cp-documentid=519625

 

USER REVIEWS:
MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=13015

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/subaru/forester/2009/2-5x/reviews/

VIDEOS:

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 12.05.2011

It’s been awhile since there’s been an Earthy Cars Spotlight. Since then, there have been a lot of new arrivals on our lot. The winter season is approaching us, and I’ve got a list of all-wheel drive vehicles on our lot.

NEW ARRIVALS
2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X, Blue, Crossover SUV, 71309 mi, $16,900 http://bit.ly/uqjJZq 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2008 Volkswagen New Beetle S, Red, Hatchback, 73096 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/tF4shP Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29

2009 Volkswagen Rabbit S, Silver, Hatchback, 59082 mi, $11,900 http://bit.ly/w3qP0I Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/30

2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited, Silver, Crossover SUV, 93726 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/vcZfWU Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2009 Toyota Corolla, Tan, Sedan, 49840 mi, $11,900 http://bit.ly/rG7az4 Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

*2005 Toyota Prius, Beige, Hatchback, 96636 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/ujEn1A Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2005 Toyota Sienna LE w/8 Pass Seating, Blue, SUV, 124324 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/t0cA7U 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/24

2003 Volkswagen New Beetle GLS, Silver, Hatchback, 95212 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/sCfjwh Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/29

1998 Volvo V70 AWD, Black, Station Wagon, 75933 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/tuUm7R 4–spd automatic, MPG = 16/22

AWD VEHICLES
2008 BMW 328 xi, Black, Sedan, 36860 mi, $26,900 $24,900 http://bit.ly/uKHFes Compact, 6-spd automatic w/auto-shift, MPG = 17/25

2005 Ford F-150 STX, Pick-up truck, Red, 112263 mi, $11,900 http://bit.ly/pyktBZ Full-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 12/16

2008 Jeep Wrangler X, SUV, Black, 53087 mi, $18,900 http://bit.ly/rjSMOd Automatic 4-spd, 4WD, MPG = 15/19 BLOG: http://ht.ly/6o506

2009 Subaru Forester 2.5X, Blue, Crossover SUV, 71309 mi, $16,900 $15,900 http://bit.ly/uqjJZq 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2005 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport, Hatchback, Grey, 119122 mi, $10,900 http://ht.ly/5BM5W Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2007 Toyota Highlander V6 w/3rd Row, SUV, Red, 80273 mi, $16,900 http://bit.ly/pLqiwX Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 18/23

2005 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited, Silver, Crossover SUV, 93726 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/vcZfWU Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

1998 Volvo V70 AWD, Black, Station Wagon, 75933 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/tuUm7R 4–spd automatic, MPG = 16/22

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2005 Blue Toyota Sienna LE

2005 Toyota Sienna LE w/8 Passenger Seating, Blue, Minivan, 124324 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/t0cA7U 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/24

VIRTUAL TOUR:
Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota/sienna/2005/le-fwd-with-8-passenger-seating/virtual-tour.html

SPECS / FEATURES:
AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Sienna-2005-LE__4dr_Front_wheel_Drive_Passenger_Van/specs/

MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/Spec_Glance.aspx?year=2005&make=Toyota&model=Sienna&trimid=100234#trimsel

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota/sienna/2005/le-fwd-with-8-passenger-seating/features.html

USER REVIEWS:
MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/userreviews/reviewlist.aspx?modelid=11478

Yahoo! Autos: http://autos.yahoo.com/toyota/sienna/2005/le-fwd-with-8-passenger-seating/reviews/

EXPERT REVIEWS:
Vehix.com: http://www.vehix.com/car-reviews/2005/toyota/sienna

NewCarTest Drive via AOL Autos: http://autos.aol.com/cars-Toyota-Sienna-2005-LE__4dr_Front_wheel_Drive_Passenger_Van/expert-review/

“The Toyota Sienna is comfortable and easy and does everything well.It's big and roomy and packed with features that make life easier and more convenient.Its power sliding doors and power rear liftgate work superbly well and a rear-view camera is available to help spot trouble behind.There's more cargo space here than in the Sequoia full-size sport-utility, yet the Sienna costs $10,000 less.

Its smooth ride, responsive handling, and brisk acceleration performance make the Sienna a pleasant companion on the road.Its 230-horsepower V6 engine and five-speed automatic transmission deliver responsive throttle response while turning in good fuel economy.All-wheel drive is available for more secure travel in foul weather.And the Sienna is rated to tow up to 3500 pounds.

This is one of the best minivans you can buy, against which other minivans should be measured.Its smoothness and convenience causes the Sienna to fade into the background while you go about your life.Completely redesigned as a 2004 model, the Sienna eases into 2005 with minor upgrades in standard equipment.This latest-generation Sienna is larger and more powerful than pre-2004 versions.”

“All models, starting with the CE ($23,225), come standard with a 60/40 Split & Stow third-row bench seat, power windows, door locks and mirrors, sliding doors on both sides with power windows, keyless entry, AM/FM/cassette/CD with six speakers, dual-zone (front and rear) air conditioning with rotary dial controls, 16-inch steel wheels with 215/65R16 all-season tires, a folding tray table between the front seats, tilt/telescopic steering column, black lacquered interior trim, tire pressure warning system, variable intermittent front and rear windshield wipers, 10 cup holders, four bottle holders, three 12-volt power outlets, and a heavy-duty rear window defogger with timer. New High Solar Energy-Absorbing (HSEA) glass on the windshield and front side windows helps reduce cabin temperature.

The most popular model is the Sienna LE ($24,730), which comes with nicer cloth fabric, upgraded trim and a host of convenience features: engine immobilizer, audio controls on the steering wheel, heated power mirrors, a roof rack, privacy glass, cruise control, driver's seat manual-adjustable lumbar support, illuminated vanity mirrors, color-keyed license plate garnish, and a fold-flat front passenger seat.”

SAFETY:
MSN Autos: http://autos.msn.com/research/vip/safety.aspx?year=2005&make=Toyota&model=Sienna&trimid=-1

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