EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 03.25.2013

It’s the first week of spring. As usual, our lot is full and ready.

SEEING RED
Red is currently the most popular color on our lot right now.

2000 Dodge Dakota SLT, Red, Pick-up Truck, 119801 mi, $5,995 http://bit.ly/YqI681 5-spd Manual, MPG = 13/17

2007 Honda Fit Sport, Red, Hatchback, 114461 mi, $9,495 http://bit.ly/YqHzD7 Subcompact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 28/34

2009 Nissan Versa 1.8S, Red, Sedan, 27369 mi, $10,995 http://bit.ly/TOU7yI Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 24/32

2009 Subaru Impreza 2.5i, Red, Sedan, 30911 mi, $14,495 $13,995 http://bit.ly/S9UTYR AWD, Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/26

1997 Subaru Legacy L, Red, Sedan, 178080 mi, $3,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Ouyb Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/28

2010 Toyota Prius, Red, Hatchback, 63695 mi, $16,995 http://bit.ly/YqH7VF Mid-size, MPG = 51/48

2009 Toyota Sienna XLE, Red, Minivan, 90360 mi, $18,995 http://bit.ly/YqGJXc 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/23

2010 Toyota Prius, Red, Hatchback, 73148 mi, $15,995 http://bit.ly/XlV8BO Mid-size, MPG = 51/48

PREMIUM STEREO
Some of us really like listening to music. For us, it’s nice to have an excellent sound system in the car.

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, Blue, SUV, 151470 mi, $5,995 http://bit.ly/V55dSW AWD, Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/21

2010 Scion tC, Crimson, Coupe, 44400 mi, $13,995 http://bit.ly/V54DEI Compact, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/29

2005 Scion tC, Blue, Coupe, 67366 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Oiz3 Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/27

2006 Scion xA, Black, Hatchback, 123898 mi, $6,995 http://bit.ly/YqHhw9 Subcompact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2008 Scion xD, Black, Hatchback, 48184 mi, $11,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Orm9 Subcompact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 27/33

NAVIGATION SYSTEM
A navigation system comes in handy for those who have to (or enjoy to) travel frequently.

2007 Honda Accord 3.0 EX-L w/Nav, Grey, Sedan, 78996 mi, $13,995 http://bit.ly/YqI2Fk Midsize, 6-spd manual, MPG = 18/27

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

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, Blue, SUV, 151470 mi, $5,995 http://bit.ly/V55dSW AWD, Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/21

This 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV is only $5995, but comes with so much. It has massive cargo space, a V6 engine, four wheel drive, and a long list of features (see review below).

It is well-maintained, and has an average number of miles for an 8 year old vehicle.

This Santa Fe is perfect for a family on a budget that could use a vehicle with extra room. The V6 and 4WD are a plus, especially in Vermont.

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INTRODUCTION: “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.”

FEATURES: “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.”

INTERIOR: “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.”

DRIVING IMPRESSION: “The 2.7-liter V6 produces 170 horsepower and 181 pound-feet of torque. Those are good numbers when compared to the V6s offered in other compact SUVs. The 2.7-liter V6 Santa Fe can accelerate more quickly than the Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4, which offer four-cylinder engines only.”

SUMMARY: “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: 03.12.2013

Spring is almost here, and we have a lot full of vehicles ready!

SUVs, MINIVANS, + TRUCKS
If you need a vehicle with massive cargo and/or passenger space, we got you covered.

2000 Dodge Dakota SLT, Red, Pick-up Truck, 119801 mi, $5,995 http://bit.ly/YqI681 4WD, 5-spd Manual, MPG = 13/17

2012 Ford E-250 Commercial, White, Van Cargo, 7477 mi, $20,995 http://bit.ly/YqI7Je 4-spd automatic, MPG = 13/17

2005 Hyundai Santa Fe GLS, Blue, SUV, 151470 mi, $5,995 http://bit.ly/V55dSW AWD, Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 16/21

2005 Toyota Highlander Limited V6 w/3rd Row, Blue, SUV, 112318 mi, $12,995 http://bit.ly/TOUn0K AWD, Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 16/22

2009 Toyota Sienna XLE, Red, Minivan, 90360 mi, $18,995 http://bit.ly/YqGJXc 5-spd automatic, MPG = 17/23

UNDER $8,995
Need some reliable but easily affordable? The following cars are perfect.

2004 Honda Accord 2.4 LX, Silver, Sedan, 87552 mi, $10,900 $8,995 http://bit.ly/Ha6MHU Mid-size, 5-spd automatic, MPG = 21/31

*2003 Honda Civic EX, Black, Sedan, 131737 mi, $5,995 http://bit.ly/YqHMGk Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 27/35

2005 Saab 9-2X Linear, Silver, Hatchback, 117237 mi, $7,995 http://bit.ly/YqHmzS Compact, 5-spd manual, MPG = 20/27

2005 Scion tC, Blue, Coupe, 67366 mi, $8,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Oiz3 Compact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 20/27

2006 Scion xA, Black, Hatchback, 123898 mi, $6,995 http://bit.ly/YqHhw9 Subcompact, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/35

2005 Scion xB, Maroon, Sedan, 117750 mi, $7,995 http://bit.ly/12znMWy 4-spd automatic, MPG = 27/32

1997 Subaru Legacy L, Red, Sedan, 178080 mi, $3,995 http://bit.ly/Y8Ouyb Mid-size, 4-spd automatic, MPG = 21/28

LEATHER SEATS
If you’re looking for something extra, we have two cars that have leather seats.

2006 BMW 330 Ci, Blue, Convertible, 97664 mi, $13,995 http://bit.ly/Y8NVEz

2007 Honda Accord 3.0 EX-L w/Nav, Grey, Sedan, 78996 mi, $13,995 http://bit.ly/YqI2Fk Midsize, 6-spd manual, MPG = 18/27

EARTHY CAR OF THE WEEK: Grey 2007 Honda Accord 3.0 EX-L Sedan w/ Nav

2007 Honda Accord 3.0 EX-L w/Nav, Grey, Sedan, 78996 mi, $13,995 http://bit.ly/YqI2Fk Midsize, 6-spd manual, MPG = 18/27

The Honda Accord is one of the best economical mid-size cars on the market.

The EX-L model comes with many special features, including a 3.0 liter V-6 engine; 17” alloy wheels; a voice activated navigation system; a six-speaker entertainment system; heated, leather seats; power glass sunroof; heated side mirror; steering wheel audio controls; and Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA).

If you are looking for something simple but with a little luxury, this is the car for you.

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"The 2006 Honda Accord may be the best of the midsize sedans. The Accord simply does everything well. It may not be best in class in every single area, but we can't think of anything it does poorly."

"The Accord combines high technology and high quality with everyday economy of operation and keen attention to detail."

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