2014 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards + Lots more<
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05-29-2014, 03:41 AM
2014 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards + Lots more<
2014 Kelley Blue Book Best Resale Value Awards
Our experts tell you the brands and vehicles predicted to hold their value best.
See the winners <Click to see (?)
Top Picks and Tips
10 Best SUVs Under $25,000
Today's market of right-sized SUVs offers a little something for everyone: Utility, style, fuel economy, and in some cases, a healthy dose of excitement. There are also more options to choose from than a Vegas buffet, which is why we've assembled our 2014 list of the ten best SUVs under... Read Full Article
The 40 MPG Cars of 2014
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The list of cars rated to return city/highway combined fuel economy of 40 mpg or greater is now 30 vehicles long, with more 2014 models to come as the EPA rates them. From hybrids and plug-ins to pure electric vehicles and even one gas-only entry, the list of 40+ mpg... Read Full Article
10 Most Useful In-Car Technologies
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The future keeps getting more affordable Underneath the sea of acronyms, ambiguous descriptions, and confusing marketing messages lies the true essence of in-vehicle infotainment and electronics: Better living through technology. But keeping up to speed on the most recent advancements in consumer technology can be exhausting,... Read Full Article
10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000
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You can continue pining for a Porsche or lusting over a Lambo, or you can pick up one of the following standouts and start living your driving dreams today for less than $25,000. As long as you're more interested in the actual driving than turning heads at the valet stand,... Read Full Article
12 Best Family Cars of 2014
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Finding the best family car means more than just counting seatbelts and cup holders. Even what qualifies as a family car isn't so clear cut these days. Minivans are an obvious choice, but not if you don't need all that space. SUVs are great, but that... Read Full Article
10 Best Sedans Under $25,000
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Once considered as exciting as vanilla pudding, mainstream sedans now pack as much flavor as they do value. Whether you want a safe and stylish family car, a commuter that can carve corners or a high-mileage diesel with four doors and fortitude, there's an option for you. Consider this list... Read Full Article
10 Best AWD Cars & SUVs Under $25,000
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If you live where it snows or drive there regularly, you're a prime candidate for the added traction of all-wheel drive. But AWD can also improve drivability on dry roads, too. For 2014 there are plenty of all-wheel drive models available for less than $25,000, and here we've rounded up... Read Full Article
10 Best Hybrids Under $30,000
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Today's hybrid cars aren't just more efficient than yesterday's, they also offer better performance. In fact some hybrids are quicker than their gas-only counterparts, thanks to the immediate boost provided by the electric motor. And with more choices than ever, going gas-electric has never been more appealing. There are more... Read Full Article
10 Best Luxury Cars Under $40,000
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Luxury doesn't mean Daddy Warbucks in a long limo anymore. These days, legit luxury transportation is both better than ever and affordable for folks like you and us. Our list of 10 Luxury Cars Under $40,000 is proof -- it includes lust-inducing sedans and coupes, and even three SUVs that'll... Read Full Article
10 Most Fun SUVs of 2014
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Sport/utility vehicles excel at the utility part of the equation, and owners rely on them as consummate errand-runners and people-movers. However, the 10 SUVs on this list encourage drivers to seek out the sport part, whether that's on a twisty canyon road or a dirt trail -- and they still... Read Full Article
10 Most Affordable New Cars
ExpandCollapse
The lowest-priced cars aren't always the most affordable. When you consider a car's resale value, plus fuel, financing and insurance costs, sometimes the best way to save money in the long run is to spend more up front. Our helpful 5-Year Cost to Own projections make it easy to buy... Read Full Article
2014 Compact Cars
ExpandCollapse
Today's compact cars might not be quite as roomy, quiet or comfortable as their midsize counterparts, but the fit, finish and features are increasingly comparable. And even if they'll always be smaller by definition, compact cars continue to get roomier, quieter and more comfortable, making them... Read Full Article
2014 Midsize Sedans
ExpandCollapse
Today's midsize sedans are an amazing group deserving of special recognition. Top sellers like the Chevy Malibu, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord and Nissan Altima were all redesigned for 2013, the Mazda6 is all-new for 2014, and there are three new-for-2015 models set to arrive this year.... Read Full Article
2014 Compact SUVs
ExpandCollapse
For many, the best SUVs come in small packages. For most of the people most of the time, it's not the size of an SUV that delivers the goods, it's the shape. It's about sitting above the traffic, lifting the tailgate and, sometimes, folding the rear... Read Full Article
2014 Midsize SUVs
ExpandCollapse
The prototypical family car of the 21st century If you need three rows of seats but don't want a big, thirsty full-size SUV, and aren't ready to succumb to the utter domestication of a minivan, welcome to the midsize SUV market. Midsize SUVs aren't as roomy... Read Full Article
2014 Pickup Trucks
ExpandCollapse
What a great time for trucks This year has been a big one for pickup trucks, and the action will continue into the 2015 model year. The Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra were completely redesigned for 2014, the Toyota Tundra was significantly redesigned and the Ram... Read Full Article
2014 Small Luxury Sport Sedans
ExpandCollapse
The most affordable luxury cars are some of the most fun. Today's luxury cars feature higher-quality materials than ever, futuristic technologies, and often come backed by an ownership experience that many repeat buyers site as a bigger reason for coming back to a brand than the... Read Full Article
Class of 2014: See the All-New Cars
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Today's cars are just so... familiar. Day in and day out, on every highway and in every parking lot, we're bombarded by all the... Read Full Article
Class of 2015: New Vehicles Ready to Roll
ExpandCollapse
The calendar has barely clicked over to 2014 and auto manufacturers are already rolling out their 2015 wares well ahead of the traditional Oct. 1 start of the next model year. The auto show season, stretching from Los Angeles last November to New York in April... Read Full Article
10 Best Used Cars Under $8,000
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As the quality of new cars continues to improve, so does the pool of used cars. For this collection of recommendations, we first compiled a list of all 2004-and-newer used cars with a Kelley Blue Book Retail Value of less than $8,000 as of February 2014, then handpicked 10 standouts... Read Full Article
KBB.com Awards and 10 Best Lists
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Our experts tell you the brands and vehicles predicted to hold their value best.
See the winners <Click to see (?)
Top Picks and Tips
10 Best SUVs Under $25,000Today's market of right-sized SUVs offers a little something for everyone: Utility, style, fuel economy, and in some cases, a healthy dose of excitement. There are also more options to choose from than a Vegas buffet, which is why we've assembled our 2014 list of the ten best SUVs under... Read Full Article
The 40 MPG Cars of 2014
ExpandCollapse
The list of cars rated to return city/highway combined fuel economy of 40 mpg or greater is now 30 vehicles long, with more 2014 models to come as the EPA rates them. From hybrids and plug-ins to pure electric vehicles and even one gas-only entry, the list of 40+ mpg... Read Full Article
10 Most Useful In-Car Technologies
ExpandCollapse
The future keeps getting more affordable Underneath the sea of acronyms, ambiguous descriptions, and confusing marketing messages lies the true essence of in-vehicle infotainment and electronics: Better living through technology. But keeping up to speed on the most recent advancements in consumer technology can be exhausting,... Read Full Article
10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000
ExpandCollapse
You can continue pining for a Porsche or lusting over a Lambo, or you can pick up one of the following standouts and start living your driving dreams today for less than $25,000. As long as you're more interested in the actual driving than turning heads at the valet stand,... Read Full Article
12 Best Family Cars of 2014
ExpandCollapse
Finding the best family car means more than just counting seatbelts and cup holders. Even what qualifies as a family car isn't so clear cut these days. Minivans are an obvious choice, but not if you don't need all that space. SUVs are great, but that... Read Full Article
10 Best Sedans Under $25,000
ExpandCollapse
Once considered as exciting as vanilla pudding, mainstream sedans now pack as much flavor as they do value. Whether you want a safe and stylish family car, a commuter that can carve corners or a high-mileage diesel with four doors and fortitude, there's an option for you. Consider this list... Read Full Article
10 Best AWD Cars & SUVs Under $25,000
ExpandCollapse
If you live where it snows or drive there regularly, you're a prime candidate for the added traction of all-wheel drive. But AWD can also improve drivability on dry roads, too. For 2014 there are plenty of all-wheel drive models available for less than $25,000, and here we've rounded up... Read Full Article
10 Best Hybrids Under $30,000
ExpandCollapse
Today's hybrid cars aren't just more efficient than yesterday's, they also offer better performance. In fact some hybrids are quicker than their gas-only counterparts, thanks to the immediate boost provided by the electric motor. And with more choices than ever, going gas-electric has never been more appealing. There are more... Read Full Article
10 Best Luxury Cars Under $40,000
ExpandCollapse
Luxury doesn't mean Daddy Warbucks in a long limo anymore. These days, legit luxury transportation is both better than ever and affordable for folks like you and us. Our list of 10 Luxury Cars Under $40,000 is proof -- it includes lust-inducing sedans and coupes, and even three SUVs that'll... Read Full Article
10 Most Fun SUVs of 2014
ExpandCollapse
Sport/utility vehicles excel at the utility part of the equation, and owners rely on them as consummate errand-runners and people-movers. However, the 10 SUVs on this list encourage drivers to seek out the sport part, whether that's on a twisty canyon road or a dirt trail -- and they still... Read Full Article
10 Most Affordable New Cars
ExpandCollapse
The lowest-priced cars aren't always the most affordable. When you consider a car's resale value, plus fuel, financing and insurance costs, sometimes the best way to save money in the long run is to spend more up front. Our helpful 5-Year Cost to Own projections make it easy to buy... Read Full Article
2014 Compact Cars
ExpandCollapse
Today's compact cars might not be quite as roomy, quiet or comfortable as their midsize counterparts, but the fit, finish and features are increasingly comparable. And even if they'll always be smaller by definition, compact cars continue to get roomier, quieter and more comfortable, making them... Read Full Article
2014 Midsize Sedans
ExpandCollapse
Today's midsize sedans are an amazing group deserving of special recognition. Top sellers like the Chevy Malibu, Ford Fusion, Honda Accord and Nissan Altima were all redesigned for 2013, the Mazda6 is all-new for 2014, and there are three new-for-2015 models set to arrive this year.... Read Full Article
2014 Compact SUVs
ExpandCollapse
For many, the best SUVs come in small packages. For most of the people most of the time, it's not the size of an SUV that delivers the goods, it's the shape. It's about sitting above the traffic, lifting the tailgate and, sometimes, folding the rear... Read Full Article
2014 Midsize SUVs
ExpandCollapse
The prototypical family car of the 21st century If you need three rows of seats but don't want a big, thirsty full-size SUV, and aren't ready to succumb to the utter domestication of a minivan, welcome to the midsize SUV market. Midsize SUVs aren't as roomy... Read Full Article
2014 Pickup Trucks
ExpandCollapse
What a great time for trucks This year has been a big one for pickup trucks, and the action will continue into the 2015 model year. The Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra were completely redesigned for 2014, the Toyota Tundra was significantly redesigned and the Ram... Read Full Article
2014 Small Luxury Sport Sedans
ExpandCollapse
The most affordable luxury cars are some of the most fun. Today's luxury cars feature higher-quality materials than ever, futuristic technologies, and often come backed by an ownership experience that many repeat buyers site as a bigger reason for coming back to a brand than the... Read Full Article
Class of 2014: See the All-New Cars
ExpandCollapse
Today's cars are just so... familiar. Day in and day out, on every highway and in every parking lot, we're bombarded by all the... Read Full Article
Class of 2015: New Vehicles Ready to Roll
ExpandCollapse
The calendar has barely clicked over to 2014 and auto manufacturers are already rolling out their 2015 wares well ahead of the traditional Oct. 1 start of the next model year. The auto show season, stretching from Los Angeles last November to New York in April... Read Full Article
10 Best Used Cars Under $8,000
ExpandCollapse
As the quality of new cars continues to improve, so does the pool of used cars. For this collection of recommendations, we first compiled a list of all 2004-and-newer used cars with a Kelley Blue Book Retail Value of less than $8,000 as of February 2014, then handpicked 10 standouts... Read Full Article
KBB.com Awards and 10 Best Lists
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05-29-2014, 05:25 AM
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Holy Grail Classics: Some of the most valuable collector cars by make
Every collecting pursuit, from comic books to Beanie Babies, has a “Holy Grail” — its rarest and most valuable object. And so it is with car collecting. Here are the “Holy Grails” of six famous makes:
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Rare ’68 Yenko Super Camaro Sells for $320,000
Most classic cars come fully loaded with big horsepower and a handful of stories to tell – this particular ’68 Yenko Super Camaro might tell too many. Despite some rumors and collector disagreements, the rare muscle car originally modified by Don Yenko received a slew of big bids at Mecum…
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05-29-2014, 07:20 AM
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Cool. My Camaro is number 7 on best resale, and number 1 on fastest cars under $25000 
Top 16 Fastest Cars Under $25,000 - Part 17
Top 16 Fastest Cars Under $25,000 - Part 17
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05-29-2014, 07:25 AM
Wish U safe & Happy Miles in `Life > EnJoy <
Cool. My Camaro is number 7 on best resale, and number 1 on fastest cars under $25000
Top 16 Fastest Cars Under $25,000 - Part 17
Top 16 Fastest Cars Under $25,000 - Part 17
..Yes, Admin 'Mike,you did your homework & made a wise investment 4>Sure
It's Proof > It pays 2 do your homework b-4 U invest your $'s
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05-30-2014, 04:46 AM
Can U Afford One ?
10 Most Affordable Cars of 2014
Can't even afford a most Affordable Car in 2014
Can't even afford a most Affordable Car in 2014
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05-30-2014, 05:29 AM
Consumer Reports has revised its car ratings
By Consumer Reports 18 hours ago
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Consumer Reports has revised its car ratings
The state of the art continues to move. In cars, we’re seeing greater performance in many areas and a slight shift in consumer priorities, inspiring our latest ratings recalibration.
If you tour the Cars section of ConsumerReports.org, you’ll see some scores no longer match those in our recent Annual Auto Issue. We’ve recently modified our scoring system so that the individual ratings we give to certain aspects of a vehicle’s performance align better with our testers’ assessments and our written reviews.
For example, we’re now giving more weight in our scoring to ride comfort and quietness, which are important to many car buyers. And with the acceleration and braking performance of many vehicles improving in recent years, we’ve raised the bar in those areas.
One recent example highlights just how cars continue to improve: The Chevrolet Corvette and Porsche 911 each delivered shorter braking distances than any other cars we have tested—ever. (Road tests on those impressive sports cars are coming soon.)
The tweaks mean some overall road test scores have edged up, while others slid down. In general, the movements are slight.
We think the scoring modifications better reflect the preferences of today’s consumers and provide a more realistic perspective of how current vehicles stack up with one another. These scores are now reflected across ConsumerReports.org. (Of course, overall road tests scores cannot be directly compared between new cars and those tested years ago.)
Looking ahead, we anticipate tuning our ratings system as the market warrants to ensure we continue to provide the comprehensive, fair, and relevant information to consumers.
More from Consumer Reports:
The 10 least reliable cars
Best & worst car values
How to choose long lasting tires
By Consumer Reports 18 hours ago .View photoConsumer Reports has revised its car ratings
The state of the art continues to move. In cars, we’re seeing greater performance in many areas and a slight shift in consumer priorities, inspiring our latest ratings recalibration.
If you tour the Cars section of ConsumerReports.org, you’ll see some scores no longer match those in our recent Annual Auto Issue. We’ve recently modified our scoring system so that the individual ratings we give to certain aspects of a vehicle’s performance align better with our testers’ assessments and our written reviews.
For example, we’re now giving more weight in our scoring to ride comfort and quietness, which are important to many car buyers. And with the acceleration and braking performance of many vehicles improving in recent years, we’ve raised the bar in those areas.
One recent example highlights just how cars continue to improve: The Chevrolet Corvette and Porsche 911 each delivered shorter braking distances than any other cars we have tested—ever. (Road tests on those impressive sports cars are coming soon.)
The tweaks mean some overall road test scores have edged up, while others slid down. In general, the movements are slight.
We think the scoring modifications better reflect the preferences of today’s consumers and provide a more realistic perspective of how current vehicles stack up with one another. These scores are now reflected across ConsumerReports.org. (Of course, overall road tests scores cannot be directly compared between new cars and those tested years ago.)
Looking ahead, we anticipate tuning our ratings system as the market warrants to ensure we continue to provide the comprehensive, fair, and relevant information to consumers.
More from Consumer Reports:
The 10 least reliable cars
Best & worst car values
How to choose long lasting tires
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