Is there anything tricky I should know about shipping a car across the country? [more inside]
posted by Bokononist on Nov 2, 2009 - 10 answers

I just moved to Northern Virginia for a new job- how likely is it that my car with out of state plates will be ticketed or towed? [more inside]
posted by T.D. Strange on Nov 1, 2009 - 12 answers

Car repair: I have a 2003 Kia Sedona. Due to a humming sound coming from the front end, we've taken it in to be diagnosed. It gets complicated . . . [more inside]
posted by Sassyfras on Oct 8, 2009 - 11 answers

Car selling questions: (1) Is there any reason for me, as a seller, not to disclose the VIN in a car ad, say on Craigslist? A Carfax lookup would reflect favorably on this car, but I don't know if there are "car identity thief" issues here. I know dealers list VINs all the time. (2) What is considered a reasonable precaution if someone wants to take a test drive or have their mechanic inspect the car? I'm not sure what would stop a thief from asking for a test drive and then never coming back. This is an older model car so I don't have any loss/damage coverage, but I'm guessing I should until it's sold.
posted by crapmatic on Sep 24, 2009 - 9 answers

What vehicle should I rent from the airport if I need to transport 4 people and a load of luggage (at least 8 big suitcases)? [more inside]
posted by gfrobe on Sep 22, 2009 - 6 answers

I need to buy a new, used or certified used car real quickly. I could use some help deciding on a make and model that meets some specific criteria. [more inside]
posted by iamkimiam on Aug 7, 2009 - 13 answers

Tanks have long, high-friction tracks - good for going forwards, not so good for turning as the tracks would have to skid. What do tanks do to overcome this problem? [more inside]
posted by Mike1024 on Aug 4, 2009 - 20 answers

I am looking to buy a used car for cash from a local (CA) private party, not a dealer. What do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by exceptinsects on Aug 3, 2009 - 8 answers

As a non-AAA member, what are my cheapest options for transporting a broken vehicle 12 miles? [more inside]
posted by Christ, what an asshole on May 28, 2009 - 21 answers

I have a tire that keeps losing pressure rapidly. In a car with front wheel drive, would it be safer to have the tire on the front, or the back? At least until the tire can be replaced. [more inside]
posted by Malice on May 17, 2009 - 18 answers

Compressed schedule move (from Seattle), advice? [more inside]
posted by Riki tiki on May 12, 2009 - 8 answers

60,000K Mile Car Servicing, good idea or not? I own a 2003 Mazda M6 and I'm 3K miles from 60K. I'm torn between just getting an annual checkup at my local Firestone or paying for a 60K mile checkup at a Mazda dealership. Should I just go with the dealership or seek some other way? Is it just me or do car salesmen, mechanics, and lawyers (of which I will be one soon) rank at the bottom of professional respect because of their perceived unscrupulous actions?
posted by roundrock on May 8, 2009 - 11 answers

What are ways to travel in Britain outside of the public transportation system? [more inside]
posted by Taurid on Apr 3, 2009 - 17 answers

My son and I love playing in the cars on Lego Batman: The Video Game (Wii). What other "vehicle toy" games are there? [more inside]
posted by BaxterG4 on Mar 17, 2009 - 13 answers

Source of creaky sounds in an older model vehicle plus general maintenance questions? [more inside]
posted by limonade on Feb 15, 2009 - 5 answers

Making an expensive, long-distance purchase. He only accepts "cashier's checks/money orders". How do I protect myself? [more inside]
posted by Glendale on Jan 15, 2009 - 16 answers

I love my Peugeot, but I might be moving to the USA. Can I bring it with me or am I just stupid to want to? [more inside]
posted by xanthippe on Dec 17, 2008 - 15 answers

Will transporting a weight set weighing roughly 600 lbs in my car for a long distance damage the vehicle in any way? [more inside]
posted by misled on Nov 19, 2008 - 15 answers

The digital odometer on my 2000 Honda Accord is not displaying numbers fully. Any way to fix this? [more inside]
posted by reenum on Nov 18, 2008 - 1 answer

So I went to traffic court last week in the city of Los Angeles. I spent a week preparing for it. And I lost. And it got ugly. Largely because of a Judge Pro-Tem who went to town on me because I tried to fight my case. It was so ugly I’m springing the $86.50 it costs these days to get a copy of the tape. So my question is, now that I've lost, what are my options? (much much more inside) [more inside]
posted by rileyray3000 on Sep 22, 2008 - 21 answers

Washington State: Embarrassingly overdue car registration, what do I need to know? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Aug 5, 2008 - 8 answers

First-time car seller looking for best way to sell a car in NYC? [more inside]
posted by dcjd on Jun 16, 2008 - 6 answers

What's the numbering convention for the new Indiana vehicle license plates? Is there one? [more inside]
posted by meindee on Jun 11, 2008 - 4 answers

RV Camping in Joshua Tree - Campground/Camping Suggestions... [more inside]
posted by Echidna882003 on Apr 13, 2008 - 3 answers

license plate filter: I moved from PA (back to) to Tx several months ago. I switched my car insurance back to Tx. My plates back to Tx. My title back to Tx. My driver's license back to Tx. Everything is Tx. When I got my license plate switched from PA to TX the person at the office said they didn't need the PA plates. Now I'm getting nasty letters from PA saying I have to have PA insurance or I must send the plates and window stickers back. The plates are packed away in boxes. The window stickers were thrown away when I got my Tx inspection. My question is, since they have to know I no longer have the car in PA with the Tx title and insurance, what happens if I don't send the PA plates back? I've tried to call them twice but each time after being on hold more than 15 minutes I hung up. I can unpack boxes and get the plates to mail back but if I don't have to I'd rather save my money that I'd spend on sending them back. Plus there is the issue that the window stickers were thrown away. Anyone been in this situation?
posted by GlowWyrm on Mar 24, 2008 - 7 answers

My Drivers License is expired. So are my car's tags. A lot. How do I renew both without getting arrested on the spot? [more inside]
posted by brain cloud on Feb 24, 2008 - 26 answers

An auto dialer seems to be calling my cell phone frequently about my vehicle running out of warranty. How do I stop it? [more inside]
posted by special-k on Jan 19, 2008 - 15 answers

Car accident in Sept. Swapped info; didn't call police. Now the guy who hit us has never heard of us. What can I reasonably expect? [more inside]
posted by kmennie on Jan 9, 2008 - 12 answers

How to go about selling a car where I basically finance it for the buyer? [more inside]
posted by covert7 on Dec 18, 2007 - 9 answers

Standard-transmission-filter: the point of engagement of the clutch (in my mid-90s Acura Integra, if it matters) has suddenly moved, and I now have to push the clutch pedal almost to the floor in order to get the transmission to disengage. What's going on, and how much is it likely to cost to repair? [more inside]
posted by killdevil on Dec 2, 2007 - 18 answers

Anyone know a good BMW mechanic in the Fort Lee, NJ (Near the George Washington Bridge) area? I have a 1988 325ix and need someone trustworthy and competent to take care of it. Service at the BMW dealer is outrageously expensive. I've tried various BMW message boards and come up empty. Something in a 30 minute radius would be nice, but I'll take what you got!
posted by SampleSize on Jul 26, 2007 - 3 answers

Anyone here have direct (or at least accurate) knowledge of how state-to-state DMV registration queries are performed? [more inside]
posted by Thorzdad on May 27, 2007 - 6 answers

Can I get a North Carolina owned and registered vehicle inspected in the State of Vermont? [more inside]
posted by doomtop on Apr 19, 2007 - 5 answers

Know of any car care specialists in or around Brooklyn that can make my car stop smelling so bad? [more inside]
posted by blapst on Mar 27, 2007 - 5 answers

Have you bought a vehicle in Spain before? Some friends and I are looking to buy a van in Spain with which to travel around Europe, and we need your help! [more inside]
posted by Acey on Mar 23, 2007 - 2 answers

I would like to buy a car, in a private party sale, from a person who has a loan on the car. State of Pennsylvania. How does one facilitate getting the title? Or is it even needed? [more inside]
posted by sandra_s on Mar 12, 2007 - 20 answers

My fiancee and I are planning to drive cross country and back for our honeymoon. Please help us find the right vehicle for such a trip. [more inside]
posted by sequential on Feb 24, 2007 - 24 answers

Help identify this amphibious creature motorized vehicle. [more inside]
posted by glibhamdreck on Feb 19, 2007 - 9 answers

Free Hummer/Escalade due to U.S. tax break -- is this for real, and if so, why isn't everyone flocking to get one?
posted by chef_boyardee on Oct 25, 2006 - 12 answers

If i want to install electrical appliances, drawing upto 6kw, in a van how do i go about this? [more inside]
posted by thegeezer3 on Aug 23, 2006 - 10 answers

96 Jeep Grand Cherokee V6: my truck idles low and i think my spark plugs are misfiring [more inside]
posted by Davaal on Jul 10, 2006 - 2 answers

Suggestions to replace a 1995 Volvo 850? [more inside]
posted by perissodactyl on May 19, 2006 - 7 answers

Help me get a broken down vehicle from PA to MI [more inside]
posted by ikareru on Apr 30, 2006 - 6 answers

I've lost my vehicle title and need a new one. But where is the original? [more inside]
posted by gtr on Mar 21, 2006 - 5 answers

Buying a vehicle for business as a business. Should I or shouldn't I? [more inside]
posted by sandra_s on Mar 19, 2006 - 9 answers

In California, what are the steps that I should take to sell my totaled car to a dismantler? I want rid myself of all liability for the vehicle and get as much money as possible for the parts. [more inside]
posted by |n$eCur3 on Mar 12, 2006 - 3 answers

Looking for taxi/vehicle dispatch software. Preferably web-based with scheduling/reservations built in as well as vehicle tracking of some sort. I'm looking mainly for personal experience or recommendations.
posted by jacobsee on Feb 23, 2006 - 1 answer

What's a smart way to get rid of a vehicle in the US? [more inside]
posted by chef_boyardee on Feb 19, 2006 - 16 answers

What is this pimp ride?
posted by Protocols of the Elders of Awesome on Jan 23, 2006 - 29 answers

We need a new (used) vehicle, but can't decide what we're seeking...I'd like to hear some more opinions from disinterested parties. [more inside]
posted by Kickstart70 on Dec 7, 2005 - 15 answers