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Seven Stylish Summer Convertibles Under $10k

Last updated: Apr 24, 2013 at 1:57PM
Published on: Mar 29, 2013 by spitzer.h

2003 Audi A4 convertible

Well, it’s about that time of year. The time of year when you look up at that puny sunroof adorning your boring sedan and say, “Man, wouldn’t it be nice to have a real convertible?!” Up here in the Northeast, when the temperature rises, the tops drop like clockwork. While many drivers are still using their seat warmers, convertible owners start braving the elements as long as it’s dry and the temperature is north of 45 degrees. For me, seeing someone enjoying their sporty convertible on a chilly spring day sparks a whirlwind of emotions summed up by one word: Jealousy. Because it’s still only spring, I take a semi-sick pleasure in knowing that the happy-go-lucky guy driving his Porsche in front of me is freezing and hope he’s enjoying every breath of road salt not yet washed down the gutter. But I digress.

Are you, too, feeling “convertible envy” but hesitant to give up your daily driver? You don’t have to. Excuses abound for why not to buy a second car, but when talking about a convertible, all bets are off. For this list, we’re looking at 7 stylish summer convertibles available for less than $10k. Let’s take a look at the countdown:

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Filed Under: Car Lists, Car Shopping, General Chat, United States Tagged With: Car Minded

Cars That Won’t Die: Do You Have One?

Jun 11, 2012 by tgriffith

2003 Ford Ranger
Over 400,000 miles and still going

My car turned past the 100,000-mile mark this weekend. I’d been fretting over that number as it approached, wondering if things would suddenly start falling apart.

I’ve never had a problem with the car. It’s always started on the first try and always purred along without trouble, and it doesn’t seem to have lost anything in the way of performance or power. Still, it’s not a car exactly known for its longevity, so I’m nervous. My nerves weren’t calmed when I started my car for the first time since I crossed that magic number. Rain fell from the dark sky, and I flipped on the headlights in the parking lot at Fantastic Sam’s. The reflection in the building’s window told me only one headlamp illuminated.

Great. While a headlamp isn’t a big deal, I wondered what other problems were programmed to start now that I was into 6 digits. So far, nothing. But I’m still nervous.

Then I read stories about vehicles that are still going strong after trudging over 400,000 miles without much more than a battery change.

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Filed Under: Domestic Cars, Foreign Cars, General Chat, United States Tagged With: 000 miles, 400, Car Minded, cars that wont die, Ford Ranger, high mileage cars, million mile honda

5 Ways to Save Money and Commute in Style

Last updated: Nov 11, 2019 at 3:21PM
Published on: Sep 23, 2011 by tgriffith

Once upon time, buying a commuter car meant sacrificing any hope of an enjoyable driving experience. If you wanted something fun and good looking, you’d have to buy a secondary sports car for the weekends. Weekday commuter cars, at least in the U.S., were inexpensive, fuel efficient and reliable, but about as plain and boring as ordering vanilla ice cream in a parlor of 46 million flavors.

Our economy might be in a sinkhole, but that doesn’t mean people have forgotten about a fun driving experience. We just want it to come in under 20 grand or so while getting good miles per gallon and looking at least somewhat exciting. Like paying the price for vanilla but getting a nice cup of Ben & Jerry’s Schweddy Balls instead.

Keep reading for some of the most fun and good looking commuters available today!

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Filed Under: Domestic Cars, Foreign Cars, General Chat, United States Tagged With: Car Minded, commuter cars, Fiat 500, Honda CR-Z, Hyundai Veloster, MINI Cooper, Scion tC

NFL Coach “Gives Away” Car, Restores Faith in Humanity

Aug 8, 2011 by tgriffith

1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500

When looking for stories to warm the cockles of the heart, pro sports typically aren’t the best place to begin.

Usually, stories involving people and cars in professional sports include young athletes using overpriced wheels to flaunt their multimillion-dollar contracts.

Not that there’s anything wrong with that, it’s just what we’ve come to expect.

This story, though, turns what we expect upside down.

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Filed Under: Foreign Cars, General Chat, United States Tagged With: 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500, Car Minded, Maurice Mo Williams, Ray Horton

What AWD Sedan Would You Recommend to a Friend?

Last updated: Nov 8, 2019 at 1:38PM
Published on: Jan 4, 2011 by tgriffith

The winter of  2010-’11 has so far been defined by blizzards, freezing temperatures and deep snow. Pretty harsh stuff!

There’s been more than once, even in my AWD SUV, when a simple jaunt to the grocery store turned into an epic quest reminiscent of Top Gear’s drive to the North Pole.

This winter I’ve certainly made a lifelong commitment to AWD, and it seems I’m not alone. I got a call from a friend who wanted advice on what used AWD sedan to buy in place of her aging MINI Cooper. She had narrowed her choices to a Volvo S60 AWD, an Audi A4 Quattro, an Acura TL SH-AWD or a Lexus IS AWD.

All are fine choices, but I took the opportunity to point out a car she hadn’t even heard of…

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Filed Under: Car Shopping, Foreign Cars, General Chat, United States Tagged With: Car Minded

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