Monthly Archives: December 2007

Test Drive: 2008 Hyundai Accent GL Sport

2008 Hyundai Accent GL Sport. Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Greg Wilson Discuss this story in the forum at CarTalkCanada Find this vehicle in Autos’s Classified Ads Photo Gallery:2008 Hyundai Accent North Vancouver, British Columbia – You … Continue reading

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Motoring Memories: Porsche Tractor, 1949-1964

Story and photo by Bill Vance 1974 Porsche 914 2.0 Click image to enlarge It is often noted that the Porsche Boxster has its engine ahead of the rear axle, like the Porsche 550 of the 1950s. Most production Porsches, … Continue reading

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Inside Story: 2008 Dodge Avenger

2008 Dodge Charger R/T. Click image to enlarge Review and photos by Michael Clark Photo Gallery:2008 Dodge Avenger You lookin’ at me? There appears to be a little bit of De Niro in the flanks of the Dodge mid-size selection. … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Ford Edge

NEW FOR 2008: – SEL replaces SE trim line; Limited replaces SEL – New one-touch intelligent starting – Engine block heater becomes optional – Standard power liftgate and Ford Sync on Limited – Optional 18-inch premium painted aluminum wheels and … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Volkswagen Jetta

NEW FOR 2008: – Power increase for 2.5-litre engine to 170 hp and 177 lb-ft of torque – Base Jetta equipped with 16-inch steel wheels and wheel covers – Jetta "shark fin" antenna replaced with whip antenna – New smoked … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Toyota Tundra

NEW FOR 2008: – Standard extendable towing mirrors on select models – Available bed liner package Completely redesigned for 2007, the Toyota Tundra is unchanged for 2008, save for extendable towing mirrors on some models, and an available bed liner … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Lincoln Navigator

NEW FOR 2008: – Extended-length Navigator L added – Standard rain lamp functionality (headlamps come on with wipers), rear-view camera system and first- and second-row rubber floor mats (in addition to carpet floor mats) – Optional Monochrome Limited Edition Package … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Lincoln MKX

NEW FOR 2008: – Standard Lincoln Sync – Voice activation added to navigation system – New Limited Edition Package and Monochrome Limited Edition Package Now in its second year, the Lincoln MKX receives upgrades to its list of standard and … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Lincoln Town Car

The Lincoln Town Car is sold only to fleet customers for 2008. It will be replaced in 2009 by the all-new Lincoln MKS.

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Lincoln MKZ

NEW FOR 2008: – New one-touch intelligent starting, perforated leather heated and cooled front seats, Lincoln Sync, illuminated driver-side visor with garage door opener, tire pressure monitoring system and rear park assist added to standard equipment – Engine block heater … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Lincoln Mark LT

NEW FOR 2008: – Standard SIRIUS Satellite Radio and mirror-mounted reverse parking camera – Optional factory-installed navigation system and Monochrome Appearance Package – Exterior colour: Light French Silk Clearcoat Metallic added – Interior colour: Dove Grey with Ebony seats added … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Lexus GS 350/460/450h

NEW FOR 2008: – Refreshed styling with new front and rear bumpers, grille, headlamps, interior design and wheel styles – GS 430 receives new 4.6-litre engine and is renamed GS 460 – Integrated turn signals in mirrors and windshield de-icer … Continue reading

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Buyer's Guide: 2008 Jaguar XJ

NEW FOR 2008: – Refreshed exterior styling – New, larger wheels on all models – Heated and cooled seats standard on Vanden Plas, XJR and SV8 – Redesigned front seats for greater comfort and rear cabin foot room For 2008, … Continue reading

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