EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 04.23.2012

***UPDATED 05/01/2012***

CONVERTIBLE
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

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

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

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

2007 Honda Fit, Silver, Hatchback, 95564 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/JrKuGD Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2007 Scion tC, Silver, Coupe, 109234 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/wPJYDw Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 20/27

2006 Scion tC, Blue, Coupe, 96212 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HBZnpP Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/27 SOLD

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

2007 Toyota Corolla CE, Silver, Sedan, 88529 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/naw7ga 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

2004 Toyota Prius, Blue, Hatchback, 141268 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/Awr1qG Mid-size, MPG = 48/45

2006 Volkswagen Jetta, Silver, Sedan, 95437 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HC0ohS Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 19/28

2005 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5, Silver, Sedan, 95526 mi, $10,900 $9,900 http://bit.ly/A2T7TH Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 19/28

VEHICLES PRICED UNDER $9,900
1998 Volvo S70, Black, Station Wagon, 153920 mi, $3,900 http://bit.ly/JrK0jQ Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 18/26

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

1997 Honda Accord EX V6, Tan, Sedan, 131588 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/Ha72GO Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 17/23

2002 Mercury Grand Marquis GS, Black, Sedan, 72383 mi, $5,900 $4,900 http://bit.ly/zeg2zS Full-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 15/23

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Sport Edition, Silver, Hatchback, $5,900 http://bit.ly/HC13zQ Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 22/28

2003 Chevrolet Impala LS, White, Sedan, 77319 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/xpGXoW Full-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 17/27

2004 Chevrolet Suburban 1500 LT, Grey, SUV, 149185 mi, $8,900 $6,900 http://bit.ly/yNNnBj Full-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 13/17

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4WD, Blue, Crossover SUV, 136649 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/Ha7vc8 Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/21

2002 Honda Accord 2.3 EX ULEV w/ Leather, Gold, Sedan, 135216 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/HMIMju Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/28

2006 Suzuki Reno, White, Hatchback, 68443 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/HMITM4 Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 19/28

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

2005 Honda Civic LX, Grey, Sedan, 121257 mi, $7,900 http://bit.ly/AxzlgH Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 27/34

2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL, White, Sedan, $7,900 http://bit.ly/HC0Axu Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/28

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

2003 Volkswagen Golf GL 2.0L, Silver, Hatchback, 42918 mi, $8,900 http://bit.ly/zh9vmw Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/27

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: Blue 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4WD SUV

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4WD, Blue, Crossover SUV, 136649 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/Ha7vc8 Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/21

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“The competent Santa Fe compact sport-utility is an even greater value for 2005 with its extensive list of standard convenience, safety, and trim features. The styling has been revised for 2005 with a new grille, refined body cladding, new tail lights, and a new rear bumper. Santa Fe looks ready for the outdoors, and its tall seating position and generous cargo capacity add to its utility.

The Santa Fe drives well on and off paved roads with decent handling and good brakes. The 2.7-liter and 3.5-liter V6 engines both deliver good acceleration, particularly in front-wheel-drive models. The four-wheel-drive system available with the 2.7-liter engine works well for light off-road duty.”

“Santa Fe GLS ($21,499) is powered by a 2.7-liter V6 engine, coupled to a four-speed automatic transmission with Shiftronic manual shift control. GLS comes standard with a long list of features, including air conditioning, tinted privacy glass, power windows and door locks, outside power-adjustable heated mirrors, cruise control, keyless entry system with alarm, roof rack side rails, new-for-2005 16-inch alloy wheels, fog lights, rear intermittent wiper with washer, contrasting bodyside cladding and bumpers, 218-watt Monsoon AM/FM/CD stereo with six speakers, leather-wrapped steering wheel, carpeted floor mats, a cargo net and retractable cargo cover, and a first aid kit (comprising sunscreen, poison ivy balm, bandages, and a thermal blanket).

Safety features on all Santa Fe models include four-wheel disc brakes, an anti-lock braking system with traction control, dual front airbags and front-seat mounted side air bags.”

“Getting in and out of the Santa Fe is easy, thanks to its big, comfortable door handles and low step-in height. You don't have to climb up to get in or climb down to get out. Rear-seat passengers don't need to turn their feet sideways to clear the doorjamb.”

“The Hyundai Santa Fe offers good handling, particularly in the two-wheel-drive version. The front-drive Santa Fe proved to be more fun and more responsive than the heavier four-wheel-drive models. It doesn't feel top-heavy like some SUVs. The brakes are refreshingly responsive, even before the ABS (standard) steps in.”

“The Hyundai Santa Fe is fun to drive, particularly the V6 front-wheel-drive models… If you're in the market for a compact SUV, the exceptionally well-equipped Hyundai Santa Fe, with its attractive styling and competent manners, may be just what you're looking for.”

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EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 04.11.2012

Last week, we had A LOT of new arrivals on our lot. Half of our lot is now made up of new arrivals. Check them out:

SEDAN
2010 Honda Accord 2.4 LX, Silver, Sedan, 21063 mi, $17,900 http://bit.ly/Ha6CAb Full-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31

2004 Honda Accord 2.4 LX, Silver, Sedan, 87552 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/Ha6MHU Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31

2006 Honda Accord 2.4 SE, Blue, Sedan, 64717 mi, $12,900 http://bit.ly/Ha6PU3 Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31

1997 Honda Accord EX V6, Tan, Sedan, 131588 mi, $4,900 http://bit.ly/Ha72GO Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 17/23

2006 Honda Civic LX, Red, Sedan, 64914 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/Ha781h Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 26/36

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

2006 Volkswagen Jetta, Silver, Sedan, 95437 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HC0ohS Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 19/28

2005 Volkswagen Jetta GL, White, Sedan, $7,900 http://bit.ly/HC0Axu Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/28

HATCHBACK
2007 Honda Fit, Silver, Hatchback, 77207 mi, http://bit.ly/Ha7pkD Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2010 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen S, Black, Station Wagon, $13,900 http://bit.ly/HC0TZb Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 23/30

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Sport Edition, Silver, Hatchback, $5,900 http://bit.ly/HC13zQ Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 22/28

SUV
2008 Honda CR-V LX 4WD, Black, Crossover SUV, 48524 mi, $17,900 http://bit.ly/Ha7c0Y Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS 4WD, Blue, Crossover SUV, 136649 mi, $6,900 http://bit.ly/Ha7vc8 Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/21

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

COUPE
2006 Scion tC, Blue, Coupe, 96212 mi, $9,900 http://bit.ly/HBZnpP Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 19/27

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

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: 2005 Silver Volkswagen Jetta 2.5 Sedan

2005 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5, Silver, Sedan, 95526 mi, $10,900 http://bit.ly/A2T7TH Compact, 6-spd automatic, MPG = 19/28

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INTRODUCTION: “This totally new Volkswagen Jetta, the fifth-generation of this four-door compact sedan, is one of the most important in VW's long history of selling cars in America. Certainly it's the most significant since the turn of the century, because its success is crucial to reviving Volkswagen's flagging fortunes. The Jetta has long been the company's best-selling model in the U.S. The Jetta has, in fact, been the perennial best-selling European nameplate on this side of the Atlantic, and its continued success is central to Volkswagen's fortunes in this, its most critical market outside of Europe.

Key elements of this larger Jetta are a new, developed-for-America-only high-torque five-cylinder engine, a sophisticated six-speed automatic transmission (optional), a much more spacious interior, and a high level of standard content to help sweeten entry prices that begin under $20,000.

Greeting the driver of a new Jetta is a commanding seating position, excellent outward vision paths and a logical, ergonomically sound array of controls and instruments. The build quality is superb inside and out and even the base model has an elegant, high-quality cabin. The raspy-sounding five-cylinder is pleasantly robust delivers and the Jetta carves through corners with precision. It's comfortable on long trips and responsive around town.”

EQUIPMENT: “The list of standard equipment belies the cars' price points. Even without ticking a single box on the options sheet, the new Jetta arrives with plenty of content: a full gauge cluster; climate control system with rear passenger vents in the center console; cruise control; tinted windows; power windows with one-touch open and close; AM/FM stereo and CD player; external temperature display; eight-way front-seat and lumbar adjustments; heated power outside mirrors; split/folding rear seats; remote central power locking; two power outlets in the center console and one in the trunk; remote trunk and fuel-filler flap releases; and an anti-theft alarm.

 

And because VW considers superior dynamics and optimum safety to be standard fare on each of its models, every new Jetta sports Servotronic power steering; a two-way adjustable steering column; ABS with discs at all four wheels; ASR (traction control); EDL (electronic differential lock). Passive safety features include front, side-impact and curtain airbags along with crash-active front headrests; front height-adjustable safety belts with and emergency locking retractors for all five seating positions.”

INTERIOR: “VW's designers accomplish more with less, combining expensive-looking materials with simple but attractive styling and excellent ergonomics for very inviting cockpits.”

WALKAROUND: “The Volkswagen Jetta body is completely redesigned. It's larger, dimensionally as well as visually, in every direction. Compared to the previous Jetta, it has a longer wheelbase and wider track. It has also put on a little weight, tipping the scales at a little over 3,200 pounds. However, that extra mass was put to good use, as the greatly improved structural rigidity now puts the Jetta at the top of its class, and there's a larger trunk and more interior room, particularly for rear seat passengers.”

SUMMARY: “The all-new Volkswagen Jetta is a delectable dish of European-bred automotive technology, superior materials and tangibly good build quality. Choosing to address the American driver's thirst for torque was one of the more pleasing ways that Volkswagen fashioned this car for the stop-and-go derby of urban driving, but it's still how well the Jetta conquers the open road that makes the Volkswagen driving experience especially distinctive and enjoyable.”

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