EARTHY CARS SPOTLIGHT: 09.24.2010

***UPDATE*** 09.29.2010
On Friday evening, we had a bunch of Subaru's come in. A few of them have been already sold! We still have 3 left - if you are interested, get them quick. Subaru's are popular here in Vermont because they handle well in our winters.

2007 Subaru Impreza 2.5i Red, Sedan, 63247 mi, $11,500 http://ow.ly/2LPHG

2006 Subaru Impreza 2.5i Gray, Station Wagon, 74621 mi, $10,900 http://ow.ly/2LPKR

2005 Subaru Forester 2.5x Green, SUV/Station Wagon, 83306 mi, $11,500 http://ow.ly/2LPPD

Welcome to our new feature. Every week, I will be spotlighting the vehicles on our lot, by grouping them into special categories. This week, I will focus on SUVs, mid to full size sedans, fuel efficient vehicles, low priced vehicles, low mileage vehicles, hatchbacks, and blue vehicles.

SUVs:
As I said two weeks ago, you might be in the market for an SUV if you find yourself transporting your kids and their friends to soccer/baseball/hockey practice.

2008 BMW X3 Black, SUV, 75595 mi, $21,900 http://ping.fm/FIMux

2002 Honda CR-V Blue, SUV, 141574 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2BPX8

2006 Kia Sedona White, SUV, 74555 mi, $9,900 http://ow.ly/2BnYq

2003 Saturn VUE Silver, SUV, 90978 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2BQ9i sold

Spacey sedans:
If you are looking for a vehicle with a lot of space, but don’t want a SUV, then a mid-size or full size sedan might be right for you.

2004 Honda Accord Silver, Sedan, 108914 mi, $8,900 http://ow.ly/2FYNK

2007 Honda Accord Grey, Sedan, 17510 mi, $13,900 http://ow.ly/2FZhN

2008 Honda Accord Grey, Sedan, 39243 mi, $17,900 http://ow.ly/2FZ5U

2004 Nissan Altima Pearl White, Sedan, 125085 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2J1j8

2006 Volkswagen Passat Black, Sedan, 48614 mi, $12,900 http://ow.ly/2G1ne

Most fuel efficient vehicles:
The Prius’ are tied for being the most fuel efficient vehicles on our lot. The Honda Civic Hybrids are tied for second. The Toyota Corolla, Toyota Yaris’, and Honda Fit are in 3rd, 4th, and 5th place, respectively.

2008 Toyota Prius Grey, Hatchback, 98500 mi, $11,900 MPG rating = 48/45 http://ow.ly/2G0JJ

2008 Toyota Prius Tan, Hatchback, 35290 mi, $15,900 MPG rating = 48/45 http://ow.ly/2G0MT

2007 Toyota Prius Beige, Hatchback, 73980 mi, $12,900 MPG rating = 48/45 http://ow.ly/2G0PI

2007 Honda Civic Hybrid Silver, Sedan, 38779 mi, $12,900 MPG rating = 40/45 http://ow.ly/2FZwM

2007 Honda Civic Hybrid Blue, Sedan, 77270 mi, $10,900 MPG rating = 40/45 http://ow.ly/2BPX8

2008 Toyota Corolla Blue, Sedan, 64875 mi, $10,500 MPG rating = 28/37 http://ow.ly/2G03i

Vehicles $6,900 and under:
Every car that we sell on the lot at Earthy Cars in of quality – even the ones that are very low priced. The following vehicles are priced low because they have a lot of mileage on them and/or are old. However, they are very well maintained.

1994 BMW 318 Red, Sedan, 129154 mi, $4,900 http://ping.fm/UIf05

2005 Ford Focus Silver, Sedan, 90598 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2FYCO

2002 Honda CR-V Blue, SUV, 141574 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2BPX8

2004 Nissan Altima Pearl White, Sedan, 125085 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2J1j8

2003 Saturn VUE Silver, SUV, 90978 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2BQ9i sold

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Silver, Hatchback, 82260 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2IPJd
Lowest mileage:
We have six vehicles that have less than 40,000 mileage -

2007 Honda Accord Grey, Sedan, 17510 mi, $13,900 http://ow.ly/2FZhN

2009 Toyota Yaris Black, Hatchback, 28227 mi, $12,500 http://ow.ly/2G13J

2009 Toyota Yaris Red, Hatchback, 29027 mi, $12,500 http://ow.ly/2G0ZL

2008 Toyota Prius Tan, Hatchback, 35290 mi, $15,900 http://ow.ly/2G0MT

2007 Honda Civic Hybrid Silver, Sedan, 38779 mi, $12,900 http://ow.ly/2FZwM

2008 Honda Accord Grey, Sedan, 39243 mi, $17,900 http://ow.ly/2FZ5U
Hatchbacks:
Two weeks ago, I wrote about how hatchbacks are becoming more popular in the U.S. We still have many of the same hatchbacks still on our lot, and more.

2006 Chrysler P.T. Cruiser Red, Hatchback, 63148 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2FYz4

2008 Honda Fit Red, Hatchback, 63131 mi, $12,900 http://ow.ly/2FZFH

2008 Scion xD Red, Hatchback, 52365 mi, $11,900 http://ow.ly/2G1y8

2008 Toyota Matrix Silver, Hatchback, 55974 mi, $12,900 http://ow.ly/2G08X

2009 Toyota Yaris Black, Hatchback, 28227 mi, $12,500 http://ow.ly/2G13J

2009 Toyota Yaris Red, Hatchback, 29027 mi, $12,500 http://ow.ly/2G0ZL

2001 Volkswagen New Beetle Silver, Hatchback, 82260 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2IPJd

COLOR OF THE WEEK (Blue):
If blue is your preferred color for a car…

2007 Honda Civic Hybrid Blue, Sedan, 77270 mi, $10,900 http://ow.ly/2BPX8

2002 Honda CR-V Blue, SUV, 141574 mi, $6,900 http://ow.ly/2BPX8

2008 Scion xB Dark Blue, Station Wagon, 61900 mi, $10,900 http://ow.ly/2FZVm

2008 Toyota Corolla Blue, Sedan, 64875 mi, $10,500 http://ow.ly/2G03i

EARTHY "CAR"(S) OF THE WEEK: SUVs

Earthy Cars usually does not have a large selection of SUVs. However, we currently have 4 SUVs on our lot. We have them here just in time for the start of the new school season. If you are the parent of 2 or more children, especially ones that are involved in sports, an SUV may be very necessary in transporting your children (and their friends) around.

1. 2008 BMW X3_SUV Black_$23,900_75,595 mi_MPG = 16/23

Chrome via Vehix.com:

“The 2008 BMW X3 comes with a silky smooth 3.0L inline six-cylinder engine that makes 260-horsepower and 225 lb-ft or torque. The vehicle also comes with xDrive, which is the latest development in BMW's AWD technology. It uses a servomotor to adjust the multi-disc clutch that splits the torque between the front and rear wheels, and in many circumstances the X3 feels just like a rear-wheel-drive vehicle. Reduced traction causes more power to be fed to the front, and the DSC traction control can even reduce engine torque and brake individual wheels in order to conquer most any hill. A standard push-button hill descent control can maneuver the X3 down steep or slippery hills with no driver throttle or braking input.” 

“The 2008 BMW X3 is a sport utility vehicle that places much more emphasis on "sport" than "utility." In fact, there are few other vehicles in this segment that feel as nimble and track-ready as the X3, while costing less than $40,000. That doesn't mean the X3 is an SUV in name only, though. With xDrive all-wheel drive, hill descent control, and a cargo capacity of up to 71.0 cubic feet, the X3 is still able to capably fill the ute role. It's just that with its excellent inline six and great sure-footedness, you may forget that's why you bought it in the first place.”

Also check out information about the 2002 BMW X3 on AOL Autos and MSN Autos.

2. 2006 Kia Sodona_White SUV_$9,900_74555 mi_MPG = 18/25

Chrome via Vehix.com:

The Kia Sedona is all-new for 2006 and, based on the time we've spent with it, it appears to be a compelling value among minivans, offering convenience, comfort, style and performance.
The 2006 Kia Sedona was designed by studying every other minivan in the class, choosing the best features, and improving them. It uses a new high-tech V6 engine, a responsive new five-speed automatic transmission, and a sophisticated and steady suspension.
From the outside, the all-new Sedona looks classy and stylish. Inside, there's seven-passenger seating with seats that easily collapse to create a vast cargo space. Every cabin convenience known to man is either standard or available; there are storage spaces everywhere you turn, and no fewer than 14 cupholders. And the Sedona achieves five-star crash certification, all for a base price of $22,995.

Car and Driver via AOL Autos:

"The new Sedona has everything a minivan must: a solid drivetrain, enough optional electronic gadgetry to narcotize the kiddies on trips, side windows that roll down, lots of cup holders, an optional power liftgate, and standard airbags in front and all along the sides. The drivetrain is refined and powerful, the chassis is well-sorted, and there's plenty of room for plenty of stuff"

More information about the 2006 Kia Sedona on MSN Autos.

3. 2003 Saturn VUE_SUV Silver_$6,900_90,978 mi_5-speed Manual_Highway MPG = 28

Info about the 2003 Saturn VUE at AOL Autos, Vehix.com, and MSN Autos.

4. 2002 Honda CR-V_SUV Blue_$6,900_141,574 mi_Highway MPG = 26

Info about the 2002 Honda CR-V at MSN Autos, AOL Autos, and Vehix.com

Subaru Tribeca Hearts Soccer Moms

The 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca Limited 5-Passenger has a Kelley Blue Book value of $19,350 - $19,900. However, it sells for $15,900 at Earthy Cars.

Listing @ www.earthycars.com: 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca_Limited 5-Passenger White_$15,900_92,874 mi

The Subaru Tribeca is perfect for soccer moms (or soccer dads, or baseball moms/baseball dads/hockey moms….). It has plenty of space for three (or even four) kids and soccer/baseball/hockey equipment.

Read MSN’s description of the Tribeca:

“The B9 Tribeca is Subaru’s all-new midsize SUV. Built on the same platform as the Outback, the B9 Tribeca is 3 inches longer, 4 inches wider and nearly 5 inches taller than the Outback and offers available 7-passenger seating, a first for Subaru. The exterior styling introduces a new styling direction for Subaru with the front styling intended to reflect Subaru’s heritage as an aircraft maker and a very sleek side profile. The B9 Tribeca interior is very modern, yet very functional with upscale materials and excellent ergonomics.”

“The 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is powered by a 250-horsepower 3.0-liter horizontally-opposed 6-cylinder engine combined with a 5-speed SPORTSHIFT automatic transmission and Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel drive. Standard equipment includes 7-spoke 18-inch alloy wheels, six airbags, dual-zone automatic climate control, a power moonroof, electroluminescent gauges, a 100-watt AM/FM/CD audio system with MP3 compatibility, 8-way power driver’s seat, 4-way power front passenger seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and deep-tinted glass on rear side windows and lift-gate glass.”

Learn more about the 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca at the MSN site: 2006 Subaru Tribeca Detailed Pricing and Specifications