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It was not that long ago that buying a used car meant taking your chances. People would run the risk of purchasing a car with faulty equipment such as a poor engine, alternator, and transmission. Fortunately, there are now many websites and consumer reports that inform people of the best and worst used cars to buy.

In order to help avoid, buying a 'lemon,' the following is a list of the worst used cars to buy:

GMC Canyon 2004 to 2006 models: Used car dealers have been warned to keep away from the 2004 to 2006 models of the GMC Canyon primarily because of issues with the brake lights. Some reports indicate that they fail to come on when the brake is applied or they come on and do not go off even when the brake is no longer engaged.

Chrysler Sebring: Problems noted include: poor reliability, poor cabin quality, poor performance, and problems with the engine, air conditioning and heating systems.

Ford Explorer: Problems noted included: coolant and oil leaks, clanking timing belts, and ticking valves in the 4.6-liter engines.

Volkswagen Passat: The Volkswagen Passat has had a number of issues linked to its used models. These include steering problems, engine and engine cooling issues and problems with the fuel system.

Dodge Intrepid: Problems noted included: engine troubles with the 2000 model, faulty airbags and seatbelts, and electrical problems.

Pontiac Aztek: The Pontiac Aztek is widely acknowledged to be a mistake by GM, and with good reason. Problems with this vehicle include the brake system, issues with the heater and cooling systems, engine problems and electrical trouble. Some car pundits loathe this car because its engine is weak. Some drivers also found it rather ungainly to handle.

BMWs (With automatic transition): These cars are known for their excellent engineering, but not everyone is enthused about the automatic transition BMWs. A car buyer looking at a used BMW however should be aware of certain flaws. The automatic transmission has been found to have problems. In fact, many drivers have found that the automatic transmission is difficult to put into reverse at times. The cost for repairing it makes it an unwise choice for someone who can only afford a used vehicle.

Mazda RX-8: Used car buyers have also reported engine problems with Mazda RX-8.

Kia Sedona: Used car buyers have also reported engine problems with the Kia Sedona. Some consumers have also reportedly experienced rusting of the tailgate of the Sedona.

Cars that made the worst used cars list, among 1999 to 2008 models, listed in alphabetical order:

A - L

Audi A6 Allroad, Audi A8, BMW X5 (V8), Buick Rendezvous (AWD), Cadillac SRX, Chevrolet Blazer, Chevrolet Colorado (4WD), Chevrolet S-10 (4WD), Chevrolet Uplander, Chevrolet Venture, Chrysler Pacifica, Chrysler Sebring convertible, Chrysler Town & Country (AWD), Dodge Grand Caravan (AWD), GMC Canyon (4WD), GMC Jimmy, GMC S-15 Sonoma (4WD) Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sedona, and the Land Rover Discovery LR3

M - Z

Mazda RX-8, Oldsmobile Bravada, Oldsmobile Silhouette, Pontiac Aztek, Pontiac G6 (V6), Pontiac Montana, Montana SV6, Porsche Cayenne, Saturn Relay, Volkswagen Cabrio, Volkswagen Jetta (V6), Volkswagen New Beetle (turbo), Volkswagen Passat (V6, FWD), Volkswagen Touareg, and the Volvo XC90 (6-cyl.)

Today, used cars are less risk because there is more information out here about used cars. Consumer Reports magazine is a popular magazine for getting information about used cars. They compile their report based on driver experiences. There is thousands of information on the internet about used cars. As well, the federal government's vehicle defect notices and J.D. Power and Associates' reliability data makes it easy to trace general mechanical issues with used cars.

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Gm Giving Buick One Last Chance

The critical time has arrived for General Motor’s struggling Buick brand. With its boring image and years of declining market share, the automaker is working hard to pump up some life into its depreciating brand.

In the coming months Buick plans to enhance its two sedans and launch a much anticipated crossover sport utility vehicle. According to General Manager Steve Shannon, Buick can’t afford to allow those efforts to fail stating that this year is a defining time in the brand’s revival effort. “2007 is going to be the breakout year for Buick. The business is tough; we’re fighting it out everyday,” Shannon said in an interview with the Automotive Press Association luncheon.

Buick is searching for that something that would help it to revive sales in North America where sales have fallen more than 40 percent since the year 2002. Despite the fact that it has flourished in the hot Chinese market, where GM was able to sell more Buick than it did in North America still the brand struggled in United States. Two years ago GM product czar Bob Lutz has described Buick as a “damaged brand” and added that GM would scrap it off their product range if things with the brand don’t improve. Fortunately, Buick auto components which its parent company GM supplies like GM wheel hubs will continuously be produced so Buick car owners need not worry.

Shannon also announced that Buick plans for the coming months to revive the Super car designation used on high performance models of the 1950s. The brand also plans to enhance the Lucerne and LaCrosse later this year.

Buick’s most promising vehicle, the Enclave crossover SUV is scheduled to hit showrooms this summer with Tiger Woods to star in the ads. And next month, GM will launch its 2008 LaCrosse at the New York Auto Show.

Saving Buick is a tough undertaking and some are questioning whether GM’s strategy will actually work to save its struggling brand. GM will employ a different approach with Buick than it did with Saturn, a brand bolstered by an all-out product assault in the past 18 months. GM was able to add five vehicles to the Saturn lineup, even if it means shipping a compact car to the United States from Belgium just to better compete in that market.

With regards to Buick, General Motors is continuously thinning down the brand’s model lineup which will soon be dropped to only three vehicles—the LaCrosse, the Enclave, and the Lucerne. GM has earlier scrap production of the Rendezvous sport utility vehicle last December and plans to stop also the production of the Terraza minivan and Rainier midsize sport utility vehicle by early summer.

Last year Buick was able to sell about 96,000 Lucernes and 71,000 LaCrosses both sales increased slightly from 2005. The Buick dealer network is also being consolidated. GM is also planning of consolidating Buick, GMC, and Pontiac dealers into one outlet that would sell all three brands.

According to Karl Bauer, editor in chief of Edmunds.com an online auto shopping site, “Even though Buick needs as much or more attention as Saturn, its not getting a full-fledged revival. Its tough battle and there is a lot of baggage there.” Bauer also added that the Enclave has potential may not be able to go far to actually change the image of the Buick brand.

Last Tuesday General Motors has conducted a Buick presentation in which one of the audiences is Tom Libby, senior director of industry analysis at J.D. Power and Associates, he came away with the impression that GM has not fully focused on creating a well crafted strategy for Buick.

During the presentation Hannon discussed about attracting wealthy buyers while at the same time keeping the Buick loyalists. The brand also aimed in attracting younger urban crowd.

About the Author

Noah Scott is a 30 year old native of New Jersey, writer, and car fan - having grown up with both parents being auto enthusiasts. He works for an automotive consultancy firm and regularly contributes articles to car magazines.

which of these words is not.?

1. which of these words is not on the front of a $1 bill?
a) bank
b) liberty
c) private
d) reserve
e) washington

2. Which of the following is not a weapon in the Parker BRothers game "clue"
a) candlestick
b) iron
c) knife
d) rope
e)wrench

3. Which of these magazines is not published by TIME, inc ?
a)FORTUNE
b) LIFE
c) MONEY
d) PEOPLE
e) US

4. What automobile was once advertised with the slogan " HAVE ONE BUILT FOR YOU"
a) buick
b) chevrolet
c)ford
d)oldsmobile
e) pontiac

1- B
2- B
3- E
4- A, although this is a guess.

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