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Model T Turns 100

Posted by Tara Baukus Mello on Friday, August 01, 2008 8:03 AM

The all-American classic Tin Lizzie is looking pretty good for being 100 years old. Ford Motor Company spent last week celebrating the 100th birthday of the Model T.    

The week-long celebration in Richmond, Indiana, hosted by the Ford Model T Club of America, is one of dozens of regional events that are part of "T-Party 2008" scheduled over the next six months.

Ford Model T
Over 1,000 Ford Model T owners gathered in Richmond, Indiana to celebrate the 100th anniversary. Photo courtesy: Sam VarnHagen/Ford Motor Co.

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Fewer Choices for Car Leasing

Posted by Tara Baukus Mello on Thursday, July 31, 2008 8:48 AM

Leasing a car has just become a bit more difficult. Several companies, including those that handle leases for Chrysler, Ford and General Motors brands have either cut back or eliminated their auto leasing programs. Chrysler LLC, which sells Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep brands, discontinues its leasing programs through its lender Chrysler Financial as well as Chase Auto Finance as of July 31, 2008.

2008 BMW 5 Series
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Look What is in Our Garage!

Posted by Tara Baukus Mello on Monday, July 28, 2008 4:33 PM

I work in a cool office. By "cool," I don't mean we keep our air conditioning at a brisk 68 degrees. Our office is cool because we're surrounded by an amazing classic car collection owned by our president and CEO, Don Christy, Jr.

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Just a few of the cool cars in the NADAguides.com Garage.

When I first joined NADAguides.com, one of the things I found appealing is that it was a vehicle pricing and information company run by auto enthusiasts. In addition to calculating car prices and specs, these folks have a passion for all things automotive ranging from sports cars and classic cars to motorcycles, boats and RVs...


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Chevy Camaro Returns to Flex American Muscle

Posted by Tara Baukus Mello on Wednesday, July 23, 2008 2:56 PM

It seems like it's been forever since General Motors (GM) said it was going to bring back the Chevy Camaro, and now it has finally unveiled the production version of the car, which is captured on GMtv video.

2010 Chevy Camaro
The 2010 Chevy Camaro (shown here) will mark the return of the Camaro since 2002.

Though car enthusiasts have long been talking about its return since the 2002 Camaro bit the dust, today's high gas prices make the idea of owning a big, brawny American muscle car less appealing than before. The good news is that the 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will be offered with two engines, both of which get pretty good gas mileage considering their power. GM Chairman Bob Lutz told the public recently on GM's FastLane Blog that ...


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Kiss My (Saturn) Astra and Win

Posted by Tara Baukus Mello on Monday, July 21, 2008 10:36 AM

It's not Valentine's Day, but Saturn has launched a new promotion that's encouraging folks to kiss. In its "Kiss My Astra" online photo contest, contestants submit a photo of themselves kissing a Saturn Astra for a chance to win a 2008 Saturn Astra XR 5-door. In September, a group of "Astra-ologists" from Saturn will narrow the field to 20 finalists with the funniest, most creative submissions. The lucky winner will be chosen by votes cast by visitors and members of the ImSaturn.com community.

2008 Saturn Astra XR
One person will win a 2008 Saturn Astra XR (shown here) in the Kiss My Astra contest.

The 2008 Saturn Astra is an all-new entry from Saturn this year. The Astra is available in three trim levels: the 3- and 5-do...

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