Earthy Cars Blog: May 2012

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 05.29.2012

NEW ARRIVALS
We have an eclectic batch of new arrivals:

2005 Scion xA, Cherry, Hatchback, 98265 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/KYbIl8 Subcompact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2008 Scion xB. Black, Minivan, 33766 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/KafvR8 Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 22/28

2000 Subaru Outback, Maroon, Crossover SUV, 126292 mi, $5,900 http://bit.ly/KafOeS Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 19/25

2005 Toyota Corolla LE, Grey, Sedan, 112347 mi, $9,500 http://bit.ly/JsdHgm Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/35

2001 Toyota Tacoma, Silver, Pick-up truck, 65400 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/KrkFXd Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 17/19

1999 Volkswagen Golf Wolfsburg, Black, Hatchback, 88471 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/KERhv8 Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 21/28

2004 Volkswagen Jetta GL, Brown, Sedan, 67004 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/KagosM Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/28

CONVERTIBLES
2005 Chrysler PT Cruiser, Tan, Convertible, 76644 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/JrTOum Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/26

2004 Ford Mustang Deluxe, Silver, Convertible, 72061 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/JrTVWJ Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 17/25

2000 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK430, Silver, Convertible, 88847 mi, $11,900 http://bit.ly/wf8grc Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/23

2007 MINI Cooper, White, Convertible, 78407 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/HBZim4 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 23/32

1997 Volkswagen Cabrio, Red, Convertible, 130653 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/JrK7vN Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 19/26

HONDA CIVIC
The Honda Civic is of the more economical compact cars on the road:

2008 Honda Civic LX, Blue, Sedan, 38487 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/w5T4pm Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/34

2008 Honda Civic LX, Grey, Sedan, 51447 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/xtZyJA Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/34

2005 Honda Civic LX, Silver, Coupe, 97033 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/yRQXBC Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/35

2010 Honda Civic VP, Silver, Sedan, 25581 mi, ~~$15,900~~ $14,900 http://bit.ly/ysZhNh Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 25/36

SEEING RED
Is red your preferred car color? We have two red cars on the lot:

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

1997 Volkswagen Cabrio, Red, Convertible, 130653 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/JrK7vN Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 19/26

Wednesday, May 23, 2012

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2008 smart fortwo

2008 smart fortwo pure, Yellow, Coupe, 30763 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HBZxxH Microcar, 5-spd auto-shift, MPG = 33/41

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OVERVIEW: “At less than nine feet long, [the Smart car] is the smallest car sold in the United States. As its name suggests, it is a two-seater. It comes in coupe and convertible versions, both two-door models. It's powered by a tiny 1.0-liter three-cylinder engine, and the transmission is a five-speed automated manual. The Smart Fortwo is rear-wheel drive. Meant for use in the city, it's capable of speeds of up to 90 mph.

The Fortwo is best used as a city car. It's meant to get drivers from A to B without frills. Its small size makes it easy to park and allows it to easily dart in and out of traffic. With fuel mileage of 33 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway, the Smart car will appeal to commuters who make short trips by themselves. Its fuel economy numbers aren't as good as the Toyota Prius or Honda Civic Hybrid, but they're better than any other economy car.

On the inside, the Fortwo has a spartan cabin dominated by economy-grade plastics. It is surprisingly roomy, with enough head clearance and leg room for very tall passengers.

The rear of the Smart Fortwo cabin is an open hatch area. There isn't as much room as in most trunks and certainly not as much as what you'll find in a compact hatchback, but it has enough space for a trip to the grocery store.
The Fortwo isn't the best car for drivers who need an all-around vehicle, but it is a good choice for city dwellers or as a second vehicle to run errands.”

FEATURES: “All Fortwo models are powered by a 1.0-liter, three-cylinder engine that makes 70-horsepower at 5800 rpm and 68 pound-feet of torque at 4500 rpm. The transmission is a five-speed automated manual that can be set to shift like an automatic or can be controlled manually via the gearshift or available steering wheel paddles.

The Pure coupe comes standard with cloth upholstery, fold-flat passenger seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel, outside temperature indicator, rear window defroster and wiper, power locks, remote keyless entry, and P155/60R15 front and P175/55R15 rear all-season tires on steel wheels.”

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Wednesday, May 16, 2012

EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 05.16.2012

Over a third of the cars can drive up to 32 or more miles per gallon of gas.

This is very useful in these times of high gas prices. If you are looking to buy your first vehicle, another vehicle, or trade in your current vehicle for another one, consider getting one with a high MPG (miles per gallon) rating.

More information about MPG rating here: www.fueleconomy.gov

NEW ARRIVALS
2007 Honda Fit, Silver, Hatchback, 77223 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/KPSXCq Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2004 Toyota Prius, Silver, Hatchback, 132637 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HC09mU Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

45-41 MPG
2008 Toyota Prius, Green, Hatchback, 82164 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/x03rg1 Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2005 Toyota Prius, Beige, Hatchback, 117465 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/wDuLyU Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

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

2008 smart fortwo pure, Yellow, Coupe, 30763 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HBZxxH Microcar, 5-spd auto-shift, MPG = 33/41

37-34 MPG
2010 Toyota Camry Hybrid, Grey, Sedan, 58425 mi, $16,900 http://bit.ly/wWKgn7 Mid-size, MPG = 33/34

2007 Toyota Yaris, Blue, Sedan, 45834 mi, $11,900 http://bit.ly/vJ9flA Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 29/35

2008 Toyota Corolla CE, Blue, Sedan, 33848 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/HccMjz Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/37

2005 Toyota Corolla LE, Silver, Sedan, 81477 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HC09mU Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/35

2008 Honda Civic LX, Blue, Sedan, 38487 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/w5T4pm Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/34

2008 Honda Civic LX, Grey, Sedan, 51447 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/xtZyJA Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/34

2005 Honda Civic LX, Silver, Coupe, 97033 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/yRQXBC Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/35

2010 Honda Civic VP, Silver, Sedan, 25581 mi, ~~$15,900~~ $14,900 http://bit.ly/ysZhNh Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 25/36

33-32 MPG
2007 MINI Cooper, White, Convertible, 78407 mi, $13,900 http://bit.ly/HBZim4 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 23/32