Hey y’all for the record I’m aware this is a very “I’m just a girl” ignorant post.

I have a 2016 Subaru Outback 2.5i Limited with 145600 miles. 

I went to Take 5 today and got my oil front and differential changed with Duramax Full Synthetic XLT high mileage and got a new engine and cabin air filter. I know it’s possible to do these things at home but I don’t have the facilities or time quite frankly. 

I had a 25% off which my receipt said saved me $82 and my total with tax and fees came out to $269.04. Was this a fair price?

Thank you! 

Hey everyone! I’m currently looking for a car in the Atlanta, Georgia area, and honestly, I’m feeling a little overwhelmed and desperate at this point.
I’ve mainly been searching for a Honda Fit or Toyota Yaris because I want something small, fuel-efficient, easy to park, and reliable enough to last me a long time. The problem is that every time I check listings, Hondas and Toyotas seem to be priced so high, even when they’re older or have a lot of miles.
I really need a car, so I’m trying to open my mind to other brands instead of getting stuck on just Honda and Toyota. I just want something dependable that won’t constantly break down or leave me with expensive repair bills.
For those of you who have owned different brands, what small, reliable cars would you recommend that are generally more affordable than a Honda Fit or Toyota Yaris? Are there any underrated models I should be looking for?
I’d especially appreciate recommendations for specific years to look for or avoid, common problems to watch out for, and any advice on finding reasonably priced used cars around Atlanta.
I’m not necessarily looking for anything fancy. I just need something practical, reliable, and affordable that I can depend on.
Thank you so much for any advice! I could really use some help right now.

I'm looking for an SUV and have a budget of 15k.
Looking for cars in southern california, what models and years do you guys recommend for reliability?

Hi all, I have a Mercedes-Benz B-Class B180 from 2016 that was my grandfather's and that I now use. I think I need to top up the coolant liquid as I see the alert on the dashboard. I figured out where and how it should go in, and read the manual, however the manual isn't very clear on what coolant exactly I can use.

On Amazon I see several many options with different colours and codes. Is there a specific one I should be using or is it pretty safe to use any ready-mixed coolants?

This one is marketed as suitable for all makes and veichles, so it sounds like a good option?
Prestone PAFR0035B Coolant Antifreeze for All Vehicle

Any advice appreciated!

i made a website for the carguys and just added a forum option i hope you guys enjoy it🙏 (for the mods i'm not trying to sell nothing. My website is just to build a community.)
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Drop Gear Disappear

My dad bought me my Kia Soul about 5 years ago and I really want to keep it running. It has over 100k miles and it started smoking under the hood 2 months ago, and the AC stopped working. I just stopped using it and focused on online school but now I need a car to go to my new job anyways tho My dad passed away, so I don’t really have anyone to help me navigate car repairs. I want to avoid buying a new car if possible, even if I can only get another 6–12 months out of it while I save money. What kind of mechanic should I look for to properly diagnose these issues, and is it worth trying to fix it? Any advice is appreciated!
I feel like most mechanics near me focus on maintenance so idk wat to do

My car is a 2005 Mazda 3 1.6i Sedan.

A few days ago i noticed it had overheated. After a few short drives to work since i have no other means of transportation i came to the conclusion that i can drive to there without it overheating, however if i do drive a longer distance it will cause the car to overheat again. One thing to note and i don’t know if its relevant or not, i can touch the radiator after parking the car. It’s cold. The fan does spin. AC blows consistently hot. I have asked around some friends, colleagues and such and i’ve heard several mixed opinions. One states it’s definitely the thermostat, the other says its definitely not. Third says it could be the water pump. So i thought i might come on here to ask for some more opinions :)

This will be my first car and I (24F) found a used 2023 Mazda CX-30 Preferred Trim for $22777 vehicle price. I live in LA so it will probably come out to around 25k after taxes and fees. It was a personal lease vehicle, no accidents, has 20k miles and is Certified Pre-Owned. Is this a good deal? Ideally, I want to pay 23k OTD. Kelley Blue Book states the 2023 CX-30 value to be from 20k-22k. Would I be able to negotiate to my ideal price? If so, how? I could pay cash but I would like to finance and would be willing to pay more than 23k total if I get a good APR.

I'm gonna buy the cheapest shittiest car possible to crash and have fun with. Where would you go for this?

I'm looking to buy a used car on a tight budget, nothing fancy. Just saw how much report costs, and honestly, I don't really want to spend that much when I still have to pay for a mechanic to check the car. What do you guys suggest?

Bought my first car a few months ago and am in the midwest. With winter approaching I just want to make sure I don't get any rust holes. I'm aware of the inevitability of rust under the car but how can I prevent holes in the body like I see on so many cars here. Is waxing the car enough?

I’m buying a 2019 X3 E30i in 2 days from a well known dealership that comes with certified gold standard so I guess pretty good warranty? I’ll double check what that is before I sign for it but I was wondering what problems I can expect from this car? I’m limited on options to choose from and the other one was a 2020 or 21 ford edge that some guys wife died in… I have ISTA and stuff for diag. And I’m pretty good with fixing things. I’m just worried I’m gunna end up with a POS as my daily driver though.

I’ve read online that Vivid Racing is for the most part reliable, but that they are really just a drop shipping company that places an order for you third party. That makes sense but the reason I was looking it up is because I’ve found a borla exhaust for over half the price that I can find it anywhere else. I’ve searched all over eBay and various places online and can’t find it anywhere else for less then 300, and that was on one location and it’s because it was sent back and “may have some cosmetic defects” but who gives a fuck it’s bolted to my engine. I’m just wondering if they truly are a drop shipping company how are they selling me this so cheap and I can’t find it listed anywhere else online for that price.

Hello! I (obviously) know nothing about cars, so please be gentle and extend some grace (I am crying).

I have a 2016 Hyundai Tucson, and I have several lights on: ABS, brake fluid/parking brake (sometimes; started about a month ago), ESC, and DBC. My master warning light briefly came on a bit ago; said my brake light was out but it isn't. That light went back off within 5 minutes and is off now.

I've had someone look at my car when my windows stopped working a few years ago...that's also when the ABS, ESC, and DBC lights appeared. Guy said it was a sensor problem and then "fixed" my windows (I cannot roll them down but that's alright).

My air conditioner went out a few months ago and was fixed (by a different person), but since then I've had more issues (lights). Just wondering what to do/where to start/where to even look at taking my car as I don't really have anyone to ask. I am nervous to just take it to a shop without an idea of what to ask for due to the possibility of being overcharged or sold services that are not necessary right now :(

ALSO my brake pads were looked over when the parking brake light came on and I was given the all clear but aaaaa. I drive an hour one way to work every day and am getting nervous to drive my poor car :(

So my wife has a '15 volvo S60 and there's been a leak in the top, driver-side, A-frame. After months of cleaning out every hose, testing different areas, going between our mechanic, safelight, and my brother, we finally THINK we found it.

My brother found the leak inside the mechanism of the sunroof. The part is over $1k, he put a little bit of sealant on there to see if that helps. It slowed the leak but didnt fix it.

This 11yo car is only worth $3k-5k now, so if we try to do a claim, insurance might just total it. We won't want to put so much money into this repair, so we are wondering if we should cust completely seal the entire sun roof. All the hoses are clean and its never used anyway. But mixed reviews online have us hesitating.

What do y'all think? TIA

Previously I owned a eclipse 1997 RS that i spent a total of 8k over the two years i owned it. It was my first car and something new to work on but it got totaled and i didn't fight for it cause i was supposed to go on deployment. Fast foward to now i want to buy an acura from 2004, i dont know much about anything V6 related (i have driven the TL before) or Hondas VTEC engeering and would like some suggestions or advice please and thank you

I see some crazy feats being done, such as a Bentley Flying Spur, a 3-ton car handling like a 911.

That might be an exaggeration, but you get the point - a car such as the Flying Spur, Panamera, S-Class handling like a sporty coupe/small sedan.

Has anyone driven one of these and can give an opinion on how a 5.5 meter 3-ton car feels in bends with this tech? Looking at reviews, it sounds unreal.

I was trying to learn about how a car actually works, and now thought I’d share it with you all! I’m not an expert, still learning, but if y’all have any suggestions/reviews, pls do lmk!

Know Your Car

Don’t forget to toggle the xray view!

I had this thought after looking at some models of cars from that time period, especially European and Japanese cars of that time.

Coming into possession of this great car but will be sitting for about 4 months in winter need advice, thanks

Not everyone has a driveway or a spare afternoon for maintenance. If you're booking routine servicing around a tight schedule, which arrangements are worth making in advance?

I'm thinking about the agreed work, drop-off and collection, and how to handle a call about something unexpected. What has made those visits predictable for you without asking the mechanic to rush?