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Senin, 23 Agustus 2010

Jumat, 16 Juli 2010

Second Hand Vans - The Pros and Cons

When you are buying a used van you should consider both the positive and negative side of it. It

is not enough to think only about the advantage or disadvantage when you are going to buy a used van. Here are some important issues to think over the matter before you decide.

Do you know?

A brand new car looses its new tag whenever a buyer makes the payment of it and even drives it for the first time. What does that mean? The car immediately becomes a second hand used car. It is a good news for you if you are going to buy a used van since there are vans available that are used for a very sort period and the user wishes to sell it. The user may find it useless to keep the van/car and may want it to sell. What you have to do is to find out the person who wants to sell a van with a good condition. Depending on the user history of the van, the price can be fixed.

The cost
The used van costs definitely less than a new van. However, you have to spend much on the insurance and also to the repairing and replacement costs depending on the worn parts on the van. You can try to find out a van from reputed car companies to avoid serious disputes. Ford direct vans are the kind of options that offers you used vans with a guaranty of good conditions.
Warranties

When you are buying a new van defiantly you would receive a warranty with it. However, to buy a used van from a private seller may not get any kind of warranty most of the times. Yet, you have a better choice. If you deal with the company directly you can get a warranty. To be more specific, Ford direct vans offers a good range of warranty with all of its used vans. However, you cannot expect same kind of facility that is provided the consumer with a brand new car. You may compare the range of services you are getting with the

warranty of the used van with the facilities that you get from a brand new car. It is a promise that you would not be deprived if you go for Ford direct vans.

History and conditions

You should learn the user report before you buy a new van or even a used one. Do not rely on the good name of the manufacturer. Try to reveal the truth from its users rather than the makers. It is applicable to the used vans, too. While checking the condition of the car, try to get the details of the model you have chosen from its users.

To secure your paperwork and to make a legal deal, try to buy the car directly from the manufacturer. Ford direct vans offer you various ranges of models of used van. It is always wise to deal with a renowned company rather than any private dealing.

Redge is an automobile blogger. For more information on used vans he recommends you to visit http://www.fordtransitdirect.co.uk/

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Redge_Dawsonn

Selasa, 13 Juli 2010

Porsche Panamera Handling

The Panamera comes with the Porsche Traction Management (PTM), which is Porsche's name for its fully-controlled, four-wheel drive system. PTM is standard on both the Panamera 4S and the Panamera Turbo. Optional Sports Chrono Packages include a Sport Plus button, which has tighter damping and air springs, and lowers the car body by 25 mm (1.0 in).

Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera

Porsche Panamera

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Maserati GranTurismo transmission

ZF transmission includes Auto Normal Mode, Auto Sport Mode, Auto ICE Mode, Manual Mode. Auto Normal mode shifts gears automatically at low rpm to achieve the most comfortable ride and at higher rpm when driving style becomes more sporty. Auto Sport Mode changes gears 40% faster than in Normal Mode, downshifts when lifting off as a corner approaches; then it activates the stability control, stiffening Skyhook suspension, and opening exhaust valves when engine is over 3000 rpm (in GranTurismo S Automatic). Auto ICE mode reduces maximum torque at the wheel, prevents 1st gear starts, and only allows gear changes below 3000 rpm.

Sequential robotic transmission includes Manual Normal and Manual Sport, Manual Sport with MC-Shift, Auto Normal, Auto Sport, Auto ICE modes.

Maserati GranTurismo

Maserati GranTurismo

2010 Toyota Avalon Safety

The IIHS carried the same ratings over from the third generation to the fourth generation, except that 2011 models were rated "good" in the roof strength test, thus earning it the "Top Safety Pick" award for 2011. 2011 and later models also come standard with a brake-override system.

NHTSA crash test ratings have not yet been released for 2011 models.

2010 Toyota Avalon