Daily Archives: February 19, 2003

Auto Tech: Installing windshield glass

Posted on February 19, 2003 by Paul Williams

by Jim Kerr I just had a new windshield put in my truck. Last summer a big stone had a disagreement with the windshield and now cracks were starting to spread across my field of vision. Not only were the … Continue reading →

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First Drive: 2004 Nissan Maxima

Posted on February 19, 2003 by Autos

Photo: Laurance Yap, Click image to enlarge by Paul Williams photos by Paul Williams and Laurance Yap Los Angeles, California – Peeling around corners in an orange 2004 Maxima is a great way to test the new Nissan’s handling, and … Continue reading →

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First Drive: 2004 Chrysler Pacifica

Posted on February 19, 2003 by Autos

Click image to enlarge by Paul Williams photos by Paul Williams San Diego, California – “The new face of Chrysler.” It’s a term you’ll be hearing a lot, and it refers to more than the restyled grille and headlights that … Continue reading →

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Used Vehicle Review: Porsche Boxster, 1997-2003

Posted on February 19, 2003 by Chris

Since Boxster production began in late 1996, Porsche has documented a number of niggling issues – from clicking noises in the instrument panel to cranky door locks, seat cushion covers that become uneven, cracking oil filler hoses, vibrating rear windows, scratchy clutch pedals, and so on. Yet the fundamentals appear to have remained sound as this mid-engine roadster carries on into its eighth year of production. Continue reading →

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Used Vehicle Review: Pontiac Grand Am, 1999-2003

Posted on February 19, 2003 by Chris

For the 1999 model year, Pontiac made sweeping structural changes to its top-selling car, the Grand Am – including a wider and stiffer body platform with a longer wheelbase. The structural changes allowed more interior room, especially for rear passengers and improved its ride and handling characteristics. Used car shoppers can pick up this sporty looking car at bargain basement prices today. Continue reading →

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Used Vehicle Review: Pontiac Aztek, 2001-2003

Posted on February 19, 2003 by Chris

It had been three years since I first drove the Pontiac Aztek, so when the chance came to take the wheel I jumped. And you know, the oft-maligned Aztek is not a bad new vehicle at all. It’s spacious inside, quite versatile, delivers a reasonably comfortable ride, offers good towing capacity for its class and the 3.4-litre V6 engine (185 horsepower) mated to a four-speed automatic transmission delivers peppy performance. Continue reading →

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