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Peugeot 207 CC

Posted by Martin in Car Reviews, Peugeot on July 4, 2011

The Peugeot 207 CC is offered with three 1.6-litre engines. The 153bhp turbocharged petrol engine is flexible and smooth, with yet spread of set power all through the rev range. The version with lower-power is somewhat less flash, however powerful enough for most. The

Peugeot 207 CC

Peugeot 207 CC Review

110 bhp diesel version is quiet, however short of real pluck, and it requirements revving to create swift progress. The Peugeot 207 CC is a modish and well prepared small convertible with automatic folding roof which is of metal. The 207 CC is a well built, fun to drive small car with well-brought-up cargo room. The preceding Peugeot 207 CC’s had troubles with the roof, although the newly developed 207 CC roof folds into the boot at the tap of a button and it takes 25 seconds only. There is ample of space for the driver and front passenger, however the back seats allocate sufficient legroom for kids only or an adult at the back the front passenger, and they are uneasily straight. There is a first-rate range of tiny stowage areas in the front of the cabin, and yet with the roof down Read the rest of this entry »

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2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Posted by Martin in Subaru on December 19, 2010

2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI Special Edition Review

The Special Edition is the rabid all-wheel-drive proto-rally STI we all know, but Subaru incorporates the suspension tune from the Japan-only STI spec C to make it firmer, less prone to understeer in corners, and a generally sharper sword on pavement. Subaru also pulls out som

2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI

2010 Subaru Impreza WRX STI

e of the luxury content of the regular STI and cuts the price by $2000, to $33,690. Subaru will build just 500 for the U.S.—and only in 2010—the first 125 in exclusive Aspen White, the rest in black, blue, or dark gray metallic. After that, the SE will be KO’ed, no doubt replaced by another one-year special.

Small Changes Add Up

The spec C’s suspension tweaks are all pretty minor. The front springs are 16 percent stiffer, the rears 29 percent stiffer. Firmer rear subframe bushings prevent cornering loads from twisting and thus altering the rear geometry, although at the cost of ride isolation. Read the rest of this entry »

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Saab 9-3 Convertible Sport 2010

Posted by Martin in Saab on December 8, 2009

2010 Saab 9-3 Convertible Sport

2010 Saab 9-3 Convertible Sport delivers Turbocharged 2.0-Liter I4, 16-Valve, DOHC, MPFI Engine. With a horsepower of 210@5500 rpm, Torque of 221@2500, Alloy Block and Alloy Cylinder Head. Features of Saab 9-3 Convertible includes Electronic Stability Program (ESP(R)) Vehicle Stability Control System, 120-Amp Alternator, Traction Control, Front Power Ventilated Disc and Rear Power Solid Disc Brakes, 4-Wheel Anti-Lock Brakes, Top Type Soft Removable, Electronic Brake Force Distribution, Power Rack and Pinion Steering, Separate Driver/Front Passenger Climate Controls.

2010 Saab 9-3 Convertible Sport Image

2010 Saab 9-3 Convertible Sport Image

Some more features of 2010 Saab 9-3 Convertible Sport

  • XM(R) Satellite Radio, AM/FM Radio With Seek, Scan, Speed Sensitive Volume, CD Playe, 7 Speakers
  • Theft-Lock(R) Radio Anti-Theft
  • Multi-Function Remote Operates Door Lock/Unlock, Power Windows, Illuminated Entry, Alarm and Convertible Top
  • Steering Wheel Mounted Controls for Audio
  • Front Dual Bucket Seats with Driver Adjustable Seat Height and Adjustable Headrests
  • Vehicle Anti-Theft via Engine Immobilizer and Alarm
  • 3-Function Universal Garage Door Opener
  • Trip Computer with Average Speed, Miles To Empty, Instantaneous Fuel Consumption and Trip Odometer
  • Power Door Locks
  • 2 Front Power Outlets
  • Delayed Courtesy Light
  • Free Scheduled Maintenance for 36 Months or 36,000 Miles
  • Pre-Programmed Equalizer Read the rest of this entry »

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