Audi is preparing a major mid-cycle freshening of its A4 sedan and wagon, prior to a full ground-up redesign thats planned for 2008. The face-lifted A4 debuts this fall in Europe and should arrive in U.S. dealerships next spring, probably as a 2006 model.
Redesigned for 2005, the current-generation Ford Mustang is larger than the prior model and features styling cues that hark back to the 1967 version. Mustangs have a standard V-6 engine, but the GT holds a 300-horsepower V-8. Occupants get more space than in the previous generation. Coupes and conve ...
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All 1997 models were 15th Anniversary editions, and the 6- speed manual transmission returned. The Anniversary package included a rear spoiler, premium cassette stereo, special floor mats, and limited-edition exterior badging. New solar-energy absorbing glass replaced the prior tinted glass, and the ...
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The 1999 XK8 two-door is available as a coupe and convertible model. For 1999, the engine mechanical has been updated. New exterior paint colors were added, Phoenix and Alpine for the convertible. The convertible also receives a new top color, Beige. The convertible features a one-button operation t ...
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Traction control became optional for 1992. Standard on the Fleetwood and DeVille Touring Sedan, it was optional on other DeVilles. Computer Command Ride was now standard on the Fleetwood and Touring Sedan.
Audis sports car is available with automatic transmission for 2003, but only uplevel models now offer all-wheel drive. The TT gets a revised grille for 03 and continues as a 4-seat hatchback coupe and a 2-seat convertible. Both have a turbocharged 1.8-liter 4-cyl engine. Base TTs have 180 hp and com ...
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Only a handful of equipment changes marked the 1995 models, as Mercedes-Benz proceeded with the introduction of a redesigned E-Class for 96. The limited-production, high-performance E500 sedan, with a 5.0-liter V8, was dropped.
The Supra sport is imported from and manufactured in Motomachi, Japan. The Supras have engine modifications which include adding five more hp, and increasing the torque by 10 on the 3.0L engine. No longer available on the Base is the five speed manual transmission which has been replaced with the fo ...
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The Vantage builds on the most successful Aston Martin in the history of the British automaker, the DB7. The DB7 Vantage is very close in design to the Vantage concept, which debuted at the 1998 North American International Auto Show. The Vantage name has been used by Aston Martin since 1950 to iden ...
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The 2002 CLK returns for this model year with the addition of the CLK55 AMG Cabriolet to its line-up. The AMG cabriolet features unique multipiece alloy wheels and designo Charcoal Nappa leather on seats, dash, and doors. Both AMG models are equipped with heated, multicontour front seats, rain sensi ...
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Volkswagen used last year's Frankfurt International Motor Show to introduce its fifth-generation Golf and it looks to be yet another solid entry in this long line of popular hatchbacks. The new design is longer, wider and taller than the previous version resulting in more rear leg- and headroom as w ...
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Ford's new-generation Mustang is an amazing blend of the better of two different worlds. It looks very much like the late-‘60s Mustangs that were so popular in their day, while it drives exactly like the fully contemporary performance coupe it is. For 2005 came the ultimate accolade to those much-lo ...
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The new Audi TT Roadster has been added to the TT Coupe line-up for the 2001 model year. The TT Roadster is available in two drive configurations: either a 180-hp engine with front wheel drive, or a 225-hp engine with the Quattro drivetrain. The TT Roadster Quattro is equipped with a six-speed manua ...
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The 2001 Carrera line is comprised of five vehicles: the 911 Coupe and Convertible, the 911 Carrera 4 all-wheel drive Coupe and Convertible, and the completely redesigned 911 Turbo, which also features all-wheel drive. The base Carrera and Carrera 4s are powered by a 300 hp six-cylinder Boxer engine ...
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The 2003 325 is available in several bodysyles: sedan, coupe, convertible, and wagon. The all-wheel-drive system is only available on the sedan or wagon. The 325 sedan now receives a third rear headrest and 3-point seatbelts. The front armrest is now standard in the sedan and wagon. Also new for thi ...
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The new-generation Mazda 3 is quite possibly the best mainstream compact car to hit the market in recent times, with sporty handling, an impressive interior and an exterior that is far from the boring standard set by others.
It's as pure as sports cars get — high-powered, super-lightweight and perfectly balanced for nimble handling and supreme control. And yet, it’s nothing like any other sports car in the world. From the industry’s only rotary engine to the innovative free-style doors, the Mazda RX-8 is a sports car no ...
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It's nice to be noticed, and that makes the Camry Solara the ideal car. The admiration that everyone has for the stylish Camry Solara Coupe will naturally extend to you as you nonchalantly listen to your available JBL® 270-watt, 3-in-1 sound system. But if your prefer to keep even more of the focus ...
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Basic engine in the GT was a 1.8-liter 4-cylinder, making 140 horsepower. For the GT-S, that engine incorporated Toyotas VVT-i variable-valve-timing system and developed 180 bhp. A 5-speed manual transmission was standard in the GT, but the GT-S got Celicas first 6-speed. Either model could have an ...
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The 1996 Supra is available in two models-(base) Supra and Turbo. Basically a carryover, the 1996 Supra offers one new color and cloth seats. Also for 1996, the heated mirrors are deleted from the non-turbo hard-top models. The Supra comes equipped with safety features such as auto-off headlights an ...
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The 2001 Volvo C70 is available in four models: HT Coupe, HT SE Coupe, LT Convertible, and HT Convertible. The LT Coupe model has been discontinued for 2001. Coupe and Convertible models are equipped with new 16-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels and Pirelli P6000 all-season tires. The recently added SE ...
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The CL enters 2000 virtually unchanged. It is only available in a single model - the CL500. A second model, which will be equipped with a V12 engine, may be added in 2001. Standard luxury amenities include heated 12-way power seats, walnut trim appliques, a full leather trimmed interior and an 11-sp ...
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Base and midrange 3000GT models got a twin-cam, 24-valve 3.0-liter V6, rated at 222 horsepower. The flagship VR-4 had 4-wheel steering, permanent 4-wheel drive, and a twin-turbo engine with dual intercoolers that made 300 horsepower. The VR-4 came only with 5-speed manual shift, but others might hav ...
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After 35 years, the production of the Celica for the U.S. market will end in July of 2005. The Celica is available in two trims - GT and GTS. Both are available with the Action Package (aggressively styled front and rear bumpers, rocker panels, and rear spoiler) and either a manual or automatic. The ...
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The 2005 Monte Carlo Coupe is available in three models: LS, LT and SS Supercharger. The SS 240-hp supercharged 3.8L V8 engine is paired to a heavy-duty four-speed automatic transmission. Other SS trim upgrades include a leather-wrapped steering wheel, electronic cruise control, a rear deck spoiler, ...
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Honda has unofficially announced that it will begin selling a smaller, less expensive model below the current Civic. Designed to go head-to-head with the likes of the Scion xA and other compacts, Honda's new model is likely to be a version of the Fit hat
The base sedan added a passenger-side airbag in 93, making that safety feature standard across the board. Alterations for 93 aimed at smoother automatic-transmission shifts. Coupes arrived after the start of the model year, gaining a 6-speed manual transmission and 30 more horsepower. Coupes also go ...
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Smaller Saab features base-trim 2- and 4-dr hatchbacks, uplevel SE 4-dr and convertible, and high-performance Viggen versions of all three body styles. All have a turbo 4-cyl engine: Base has 185 hp, SE 205, Viggen 230. Viggens come only with 5-speed manual transmission; other models offer optional ...
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The 2003 Nissan 350Z provides dedicated performance, hugging the road, and offering steering capabilities that will please even the most demanding of drivers. Powerful and attractive, this two-door hatchback will soon be available in a convertible version as well.