Notes by macky111: Article about making money buying and selling cars, the kinds of used cars that resell quickly, pricing guidelines and using public car auctions.

Notes by macky111: The new "Skyactiv" powertrain consists of a much revised 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated with either a new 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmission. The result not only boosts horsepower, but also raises the fuel economy on the highway to tha

Notes by macky111: This strategy revolves around the fact that the best time to buy a used car is when you don't really need one ... when you can take your time, be highly selective and only pounce on a deal when it's absolutely screaming, "Buy, Buy, Buy!"

Notes by macky111: The drive of the 1-Series is responsive and engaging, just as one would expect from a BMW. Rivals will be hard pressed to keep up on those back twisty roads.

Notes by macky111: Under the hood, the standard 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder is impressive indeed, providing faster acceleration than one would expect from an engine this size, and doing so while being efficiently stingy at the gas pump. And for those looking for st

Notes by macky111: The twin-turbo engine produces acceleration previously associated with the high-performance M3. The 335i coupe and sedan can go from a standstill to 60 mph in nearly 5 seconds flat. And no matter the model, the 335i has a suspension that's world class, a

Notes by macky111: When it comes to used cars, there are actually three different methods to choose from depending on your own personality as well as your time frame. A "wholesale" price would be at or below the vehicle's trade-in or car dealer auction price.

Notes by macky111: Standard features for the base V6 model include full power accessories, cruise control, keyless entry, air-conditioning, integrated blind-spot mirrors, a tilt steering wheel, a trip computer, a low tire pressure warning, a limited-slip rear differential,

Notes by macky111: In 2009, the Miata got a mild refresh which included some engine revisions that slightly boosted both power and fuel economy, a more aggressive grille, headlights and taillights design, a stiffened suspension and several new convenience features (an auxi

Notes by macky111: The Sports package includes a sport-tuned suspension, 19-inch wheels and Lexus' Vehicle Dynamics Integrated Management (VDIM) system, while the Premium package adds leather upholstery, driver memory functions, an iPod/USB input/interface, a sunroof, a rea