EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 10.29.2012

CARS FOR STUDENTS
Fuel efficient, affordable, compact cars are ideal for students. Here are a few on our lot:

2007 Honda Fit Sport, Grey, Hatchback, 129795 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/Tsq4Nw Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2001 Toyota Camry LE, White, Sedan, 138459 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/OW6Gec Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/29

2005 Mazda Mazda3s, Grey, Hatchback, 115978 mi, $7,495 http://bit.ly/NSdeow Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 22/29

2003 Honda Civic EX, Sedan, Brown, 148508 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/OK3y3z Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/34

STATION WAGONS AND SMALL SUVS
Good if you need a little extra cargo room, but not much.

2001 BMW 325 xi, Red, Station Wagon, 105955 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/S9KIU2 Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/23

2008 Honda CR-V EX, Red, Crossover SUV, 56052 mi, $16,995 http://bit.ly/TspWh5 Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2000 Honda CR-V EX 4WD, SUV, Silver, 111994 mi, $7,900 $5,995 http://bit.ly/NlDRc6 4WD, Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/23

2010 Toyota RAV4, Red, SUV, 65281 mi, $16,995 http://bit.ly/Qj2c1M 4WD, Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/27

SUBARU IMPREZA’S
Several Subaru Impreza’s arrived on our lot this week - a perfect Vermont car.

2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5i, Red, Sedan, 30911 mi, $14,495 http://bit.ly/S9UTYR Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2008 Subaru Impreza 2.5i, Black, Hatchback, 126499 mi, $8,495 http://bit.ly/S9UGVG Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 20/27

2008 Subaru Impreza Outback Sport w/VDC, Blae, Hatchback, 86555 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/S9Ushk Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/27

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: Black 2006 Subaru Impreza Outback wagon

2006 Subaru Impreza Outback, Black, Sport Wagon, 104503 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/PHyGAj AWD, Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 20/27

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“Subaru has remade itself into a premium brand and nowhere is that more evident than in its expansive Impreza line of compact cars. Premium features come not in the form of fancy interiors but in the form of sophisticated all-wheel-drive systems, turbocharged engines and high-quality engineering designs. The days when the Impreza was an inexpensive subcompact, sold mainly on the strength of its low price, are long gone. The 2006 Impreza line offers more variants than ever, almost to the point of confusion.

There's a lot to like in the Impreza line, and a small car for nearly every taste. All models are good fun to drive and quite practical, with decent room in the back seat and good gas mileage. The standard fulltime all-wheel-drive system is legitimately a safety, performance and foul-weather advantage.”

“The 2006 Impreza is more sophisticated, perhaps more serious, but it's still fun and sensible in any guise. It's still loaded with character compared to some of the sanitized appliances that populate this class of car. One of our favorite small cars is better than ever.”

“Standard features include upscale bits like interior air filtration, auto-off headlights and an outside temperature indicator, as well as air conditioning, an 80-watt stereo with CD, cruise control and remote keyless locks. The 2.5i Sport Wagon comes with a split folding rear seat, rear cargo utility bars and cover, roof rails and a trailer harness connector.

The Outback Sport wagon ($19,195) is designed for rugged conditions. The Outback's suspension is raised and tuned for more wheel travel (or off-road capability). It adds a chrome grille and gray-metallic lower body cladding, roof-rail crossbars, and projector-beam foglights.”

“In any of its many guises, the Subaru Impreza is a solid performer. All but the ultra-high performance WRX STi are comfortable, easy to live with, and quite practical. Any Impreza is very stable and forgiving, thanks to its all-wheel-drive system, which improves both performance and all-road capability and in certain respects adds a margin of safety.”

 

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EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 10.15.2012

NEW ARRIVALS
We got lots of new arrivals in last week, of all types:

2007 Ford Focus S, Tan, Sedan, 79346 mi, $6,995 http://bit.ly/TspSOh Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 24/33

2008 Honda CR-V EX, Red, Crossover SUV, 56052 mi, $16,995 http://bit.ly/TspWh5 Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2009 Honda Civic LX-S, Tan, Sedan, 52646 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/Tsq0NH Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 26/34

1999 Honda Civic LX, Red, Sedan, 126488 mi, $3,995 http://bit.ly/TspZJO Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 27/34

2007 Honda Fit Sport, Grey, Hatchback, 129795 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/Tsq4Nw Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2005 Saab 9-2X Linear, Red, Hatchback, 78057 mi, $9,995 http://bit.ly/TsqgMT AWD, Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 18/28

2005 Toyota Corolla LE, Silver, Sedan, 81477 mi, $7,995 http://bit.ly/JsdHgm Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/35

2005 Toyota Tacoma V6, Silver, Truck, 115529 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/TspEqy 4WD, Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/20

TRUCKS
Need something big, but not too big?

2005 Toyota Tacoma V6, Silver, Truck, 115529 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/TspEqy 4WD, Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/20

2010 Toyota RAV4, Red, SUV, 65281 mi, $16,995 http://bit.ly/Qj2c1M 4WD, Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/27

2000 Honda CR-V EX 4WD, SUV, Silver, 111994 mi, $7,900 $5,995 http://bit.ly/NlDRc6 4WD, Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/23

BMW’S
We have several BWW’s on our lot, from a wagon to sedans to a hatchback.

2006 BMW 325 xi, White, Sedan, 132884 mi, $13,900 $12,995 http://bit.ly/NfVnIH Compact, AWD, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 18/25

2001 BMW 325i, Station Wagon, Blue, 126254 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/NlDJtp Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/25

2006 BMW 330 Ci, Blue, Convertible, 64271 mi, $18,995 http://bit.ly/Qj1Vf2 Compact,
Automatic, MPG =16/23

2001 BMW 330 xi, Blue, Sedan, 113705 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/NSbL1x AWD, Compact, MPG = 18/25

SMALLEST CARS
Most of the vehicles on our lot are compact in size (or even smaller). These are our four smallest cars:

2008 smart fortwo pure, Yellow, Coupe, 30763 mi, $9,900 $8,495 http://bit.ly/HBZxxH Microcar, 5-spd auto-shift, MPG = 33/41

2007 Honda Fit Sport, Grey, Hatchback, 129795 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/Tsq4Nw Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2008 Honda Fit, Blue, Hatchback, 55153 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/Wr6HJv Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/34

2007 Ford Focus S, Tan, Sedan, 79346 mi, $6,995 http://bit.ly/TspSOh Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 24/33

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: Red 2008 Volvo S40 2.4i Sedan

2008 Volvo S40 2.4i, Red, Sedan, 88463 mi, $11,995 http://bit.ly/Qj2m9c Compact, Automatic, MPG = 20/28

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INTRO: “The S40 and V50 have given Volvo a legitimate alternative to the less-expensive cars from other import luxury brands. We'd go so far as to call these small Volvos sport sedans (or wagons, as the case may be), and with substantial improvements for 2008, the S40 and V50 are better than ever.”

“The Volvo S40 sedan and Volvo V50 wagon are relatively small cars: essentially the same size as a Honda Civic. Yet there's plenty of room for passengers and cargo inside, and the compact exterior dimensions make them easier to park. They are designed to be extremely safe, with active and passive safety features to help drivers avoid accidents, then protect them if there is a crash. Both the sedan and wagon rank among the best looking Volvos ever, and inside they offer clean, Scandinavian elegance. For both appearance and ease of function, the interiors rank among best in class.”

FEATURES: “The S40 2.4i ($24,365) and V50 2.4i ($26,815) are powered by a 2.4-liter five-cylinder engine generating 168 horsepower and 170 pound-feet of torque. The S40 2.4i comes standard with a five-speed manual transmission… Standard equipment includes manual air conditioning with cabin filtration, power windows and door locks with remote locking, cruise control, a tilt-telescoping leather steering wheel with audio controls, 80-watt audio with six speakers and single CD, and 16-inch alloy wheels.”

DRIVING IMPRESSION: “We've driven all the S40 and V50 models, and found no glaring shortcomings in any of them. The base 2.4i is an excellent choice for drivers who want a safe small car with good driving dynamics and fuel economy.

The base S40 and V50 offer a nice balance of ride and handling. They're smooth, with enough power for most drivers.”

SUMMARY: “The Volvo S40 sedan and V50 wagon make excellent small cars. They offer essential active safety systems, such as advanced ABS and skid-control electronics, and a high level of impact protection. Their interiors are among the best in class. Fresh styling for 2008 doesn't change their essential character, and they still rank among the most handsome Volvos ever. In all, the S40 and V50 remain a good, high-value alternative to entry models from Audi, BMW, Lexus and Mercedes-Benz.”

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EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 10.01.2012

NEW ARRIVALS
2001 Honda Civic EX, Silver, Sedan, 95570 mi, $4,995 http://bit.ly/QeKyfH Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 28/35

2006 Honda Civic Hybrid, Silver, Sedan, 105823 mi, $10,995 http://bit.ly/Qj28iq Compact, MPG = 40/45

2011 Ford E-250, White, Commercial Van Cargo, 3828 mi, $19,995 http://bit.ly/QeKo83 4-spd automatic

2006 Subaru Impreza Outback, Black, Sport Wagon, 104503 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/PHyGAj Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 20/27

WINTER CARS
Winter is closely approaching. Vehicles with four wheel drive and strong exteriors are perfect for winter.

2000 Honda CR-V EX 4WD, SUV, Silver, 111994 mi, $7,900 $5,995 http://bit.ly/NlDRc6 4WD, Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/23

2008 Subaru Impreza 2.5i, Hatchback, Black, 60225 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/NlE8vL AWD, Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 20/27

2004 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT, Grey, SUV, 149185 mi, $8,900 $5,900 http://bit.ly/yNNnBj 4WD, Full-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 13/17

2006 BMW 325 xi, White, Sedan, 132884 mi, $13,900 $12,900 http://bit.ly/NfVnIH Compact, AWD, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 18/25

HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
Cars that are inexpensive yet reliable, fuel efficient, and easy to maneuver are perfect for teenagers.

2005 Mazda Mazda3s, Grey, Hatchback, 115978 mi, $7,495 http://bit.ly/NSdeow Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 22/29

2003 Toyota Prius, Beige, Hatchback, 93780 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/OW7gbU Mid-size, MPG = 42/41

2003 Honda Civic EX, Sedan, Brown, 148508 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/OK3y3z Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 26/34

2008 Toyota Yaris, Black, Hatchback, 80043 mi, $9,995 http://bit.ly/Q4qWq6 Subcompact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 29/35

UNIQUE CARS
If you want to stand out on the road, consider these:

2008 smart fortwo pure, Yellow, Coupe, 30763 mi, $9,900 $8,495 http://bit.ly/HBZxxH Microcar, 5-spd auto-shift, MPG = 33/41

2004 Volkswagen R32 3.2L, Red, Hatchback, 105188 mi, $14,995 http://bit.ly/Qj2jdv AWD, Compact, 6-spd manual, MPG = 17/24