Drew Dowdell

wow! that IS a rare find! Something worth holding onto!

1957 Studebaker President in these colors at that car cruise last night. It was too dark to take a photo.

I saw one of these along side the Lincoln Highway today..... was there a Fiat announcement I missed?

I need to grab one of those oil deals.....

I like the car... but the point of this competition is... what exactly.... increase the shareholder value for Bridgestone?

You know, conceptually, it's not that difficult. The CO2 can be used to accelerate the growth of algae and kelp to be used in biofuel production. Additionally, since the CO2 tends to be warm when it's coming from whatever source it comes from, it helps the growth even further.

Nice choices! Welcome to C&G

Clear out your cache for Firefox and see if that helps. It's not doing that for me using the same version.

Fixed. If you believe that you originally wrote, I have a first generation Avalon 6-speed to sell you, or an early build Tundra V8, or a 2004 Accord 5-speed auto, I'm all out of electronic gas pedals that fit Toyota vehicles at the moment, some guy came by and bought them all in cash. I'm told the Volvo with automatic pedestrian avoidance will be in next week, the Mercedes one went out of stock and we never got new ones in.

The 1.8 is not new. It's the 1.8 out of the Astra. The 1.4 is not new. It's a 1.4 liter from 2003 from Opel that was Turbocharged for this application.

I'm getting ease of creating new accounts and ease of sharing links on facebook. If you're an existing C&G user and you don't link to your Facebook account manually, they get nothing from us.

And one of the many reasons Amtrak is unsuccessful is that they get lowest priority on foreign company's tracks. Wherever Amtrak owns or controls the rails, it does astonishingly well, in some cases controlling 50% market share. More people would be willing to use Amtrak, and pay higher fares than current, if the service were faster and more reliable. If those fees partially go towards giving the freight lines an incentive to prioritize passenger traffic over freight, then I'm all for it. Right now, if there is some sort of a delay and the Capitol Limited gets stuck behind a 20mph coal drag, Norfolk Southern's attitude is "Too bad, so sad"

Fixed.... and you can make both of those statements with a straight face?

While I agree with most of your moves. I am actually looking to consolidate the number of forums instead of increase them. Any suggestions for forum consolidations are welcome.

yeah, it's time for some re-arranging again... especially after adding the iphone app

Congrats on your new Fusion. I liked the Hybrid I had as a tester back in April. Have you added it to the C&G Garage yet?

Yes please. :-)

Everyone is up this month..... but I want to point out that September 2009 was the first month without Cash 4 Clunkers after a summer of heavy sales.... Simply put, September 2009 sales were unnaturally low.

Mitsubishi Motors Reports September Sales Increase Of More Than Five Percent Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) today announced last month was one of its best in nearly two years with September sales of 4,961, an increase of 5.3 percent compared to September 2009. MMNA has reported only three higher monthly sales totals since November 2008. "Our September sales give us encouragement that consumers are returning to the market," said MMNA President & CEO Shin Kurihara. "Our momentum will accelerate the remainder of the year, because we are launching our all-new Outlander Sport CUV." September sales highlights include: Lancer sales were up 71 percent compared to September 2009. Outlander sales were up 104 percent in September and are up 17 percent for the year to date. Endeavor sales more than tripled (up 324%) compared to last year and are up 7 percent for the year. Eclipse coupe sales were up 7 percent for the month, and Eclipse Spyder sales were up 7.5 percent. Lancer Evolution sales were up more than 45% in September. Mitsubishi Motors North America, Inc., (MMNA) is responsible for all manufacturing, finance, sales, and marketing operations for Mitsubishi Motors in the United States. MMNA sells coupes, convertibles, sedans, sport utility vehicles, and light trucks through a network of more than 400 dealers.

MAZDA SALES UP 30 PERCENT IN SEPTEMBER IRVINE, Calif. - Mazda North American Operations (MNAO) today reported September sales of 18,580, an increase of 30.5 percent compared to last September. Year-to-date sales through September, 2010, stand at 174,770, and are outpacing last year's sales at this time by 9.1 percent (up 9.6 percent DSR). Mazda's successful crossover SUVs posted huge gains in September. CX-7 reported sales of 2,573 units, up 64.8 percent, while CX-9 posted its best September since 2007 with sales 2,420 units, up 74.1 percent. The sporty MAZDA3 reported an increase of 28.4 percent with 7,995 units sold, while the versatile and stylish MAZDA5 recorded its best-ever September with sales of 1,109 units, up 70.1 percent. And even as summer winds down, MX-5 sales continue to rise. The sporty two-seater convertible has outlasted competitors for over 20 years, and posted its best month thus far in 2010 with sales of 770 units, accounting for a 53.4 percent increase. The all-new 2011 MAZDA2 continues to make its way from ports to dealer showrooms and sold a modest 589 vehicles in September. Boasting a sticker price under $14,000, MAZDA2 is a stylish, eco-friendly, fun-to-drive five-door hatchback that offers a dose of Zoom-Zoom others in its class cannot. Mazda Canada Inc. (MCI) reported 6,881 units sold, an increase of 6.0 percent compared to last September. Year-to-date, MCI sales are up 6.0 percent with 62,494 units sold. Mazda Motor de Mexico (MMdM) posted its best-ever September with a 67.0 percent increase versus September 2009, with 1,970 units sold. MMdM also posted strong year-to-date sales of 17,390 units, which is up 39.0 percent versus last year. Celebrating its 40th Anniversary in the United States in 2010, Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, Calif. and oversees the sales, marketing, parts and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada and Mexico through nearly 900 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada, Inc., located in Ontario; and in Mexico by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City.

NISSAN NORTH AMERICA SALES RISE 34% IN SEPTEMBER Nissan sales up 35.1 percent over last year; core models lead gains Infiniti up 25.6 percent; Infiniti M leads growth across all models NNA September Sales Chart Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today reported September U.S. sales of 74,205 units versus 55,393 units a year earlier, an increase of 34.0 percent. Nissan Division sales were up 35.1 percent for the month, and sales of Infiniti vehicles rose 25.6 percent over a year before. For all of 2010, NNA sales are up 16.1 percent. NISSAN HIGHLIGHTS Nissan vehicles posted sales of 65,900 units in September compared with 48,783 units sold in September the previous year, an increase of 35.1 percent. Nissan's highest-volume models led the gains, with Altima up 64.8 percent; Rogue up 63.5 percent; Sentra up 56.4 percent and Versa up 46.9 percent. Nissan's lineup of trucks, SUVs and crossovers gained 33.7 percent, led by Frontier (up 81.3 percent) and Armada (up 70.0 percent.) Nissan Rogue set a new September record with 8,319 deliveries. "At Nissan, we saw big gains in key volume segments with Altima, Sentra, Versa and Rogue," said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager for Nissan Division. INFINITI HIGHLIGHTS Infiniti sales for September were 8,305 units, up 25.6 percent from the 6,610 units sold in the same month a year earlier. Infiniti sales are up 24.9 percent in 2010. Every model in the Infiniti lineup grew sales over September 2009. The all-new Infiniti M had its best month since March 2008, with 1,460 units sold, an increase of 226.6 percent over the prior year. "Luxury buyers continue to respond to Infiniti's promise of 'Inspired Performance,' with gains across every vehicle in the lineup over last September," said Ben Poore, vice president, Infiniti Business Unit. "Broadening the G lineup with the G25 and G37 Coupe IPL this fall will continue to add to the momentum we've built with the launches of the freshened G Sedan and the 2011 Infiniti M and QX." NOTE: To ensure consistency in global sales reporting, Nissan North America calculates monthly variances on a straight-percentage basis, unadjusted for the number of selling days. Both September 2010 and September 2009 had 25 selling days.

American Honda Reports September Sales Increase October 01 2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc., posted September sales of 97,361 vehicles, an increase of 26.1 percent, the company announced today. American Honda year-to-date sales reached 912,436, an increase of 3.7 percent versus last year based on the daily selling rate*. Acura Division posted September sales of 10,720, an increase of 47.7 percent versus September 2009, and year-to-date sales reached 96,388, an increase of 26.3 percent based on the daily selling rate. Honda Division posted September sales of 86,641, an increase of 23.8 percent versus last year. The Accord was the top-selling Honda model for September with sales of 24,127, up 15.9 percent, followed by the Civic with sales of 18,637, up 15.8 percent. Sales of Honda light trucks, up 38.2 percent, were led by the CR-V, up 23.0 percent to 17,907, and the Pilot, up 48.2 percent to 8,059. In line with expectations, sales of the all-new CR-Z sport hybrid coupe totaled 1,236 in its first full month on the market. "Both Honda and Acura Divisions have car and light-truck products with significant momentum in the marketplace," said John Mendel, executive vice president of sales for American Honda. "Capped by September's 47.7 percent increase, Acura Division sales have been up for eight straight months." Acura Division's MDX was the top-selling Acura model for the month with sales of 4,077, up 83.6 percent. Combined with RDX sales of 1,382, up 83.8 percent, Acura light truck sales increased 92.1 percent for the month. Acura TL sales totaled 2,514, up 23.6 percent, followed by the TSX with sales of 2,256, up 7.3 percent. *The daily selling rate (DSR) is calculated with 25 days for September 2010 and 2009. Year-to-date, the DSR is calculated with 228 days for 2010 and 229 days for 2009. All percentages reflect DSR. For more information about Honda vehicles, please visit www.honda.com. For media inquiries please visit www.hondanews.com. For more information about Acura vehicles, please visit www.acura.com. For media inquiries please visit www.acuranews.com.

Toyota Reports September Sales TORRANCE, Calif. (October 1, 2010) – Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc., today reported September sales of 147,162 units. With equal selling days in September 2009 and September 2010, sales were up 16.8 percent over the year-ago month on a daily selling rate and unadjusted raw volume basis. Toyota Division recorded sales of 130,214 vehicles, an increase of 20.5 percent over the year-ago month. Lexus reported sales of 16,948 units for the month, down 5.5 percent from September 2009. Toyota Division Toyota Division passenger cars recorded sales of 75,670 units, an increase of 8.5 percent over last September. Toyota sales were led by Camry and Camry Hybrid, which posted combined monthly sales of 30,769 units, up 19.5 percent from September 2009. Up 48.7 percent over the year-ago month, Yaris recorded sales of 2,835 units. Corolla recorded sales of 21,060 units, up 1.5 percent over the same period last year. The Prius mid-size gas-electric hybrid reported sales of 11,394 units, up 3.7 percent over the year-ago month. Avalon posted sales of 2,504 units, up 29.1 percent over September 2009. Toyota Division light trucks posted sales of 54,544 units in September, up 42.3 percent over the same period last year. Light truck sales were led by the RAV4 compact SUV, which recorded monthly sales of 14,685 units, up 41.2 percent over September 2009. Highlander and Highlander Hybrid posted combined sales of 7,824 units for the month, up 50.0 percent over the year-ago month. 4Runner posted sales of 3,577 units for the month. The Tundra full-size pickup recorded sales of 6,923 units, up 9.7 percent over the same period last year. The Tacoma mid-size pickup posted sales of 8,874 units for the month, up 18.1 percent over September 2009. The Sienna minivan reported sales of 9,920, up 54.0 percent over last September. Scion posted September sales of 3,562 units. The xB urban utility vehicle led the way with sales of 1,687 units, up 9.6 percent over last September. The tC sports coupe posted September sales of 981 units. The xD reported sales of 894 units for the month. Lexus Division Lexus reported passenger car sales of 8,135 units, down 8.9 percent from the year-ago month. Lexus passenger car sales were led by the ES entry luxury sedan which posted sales of 3,697 units. The IS line-up reported combined sales of 2,447 units. Lexus light trucks recorded sales of 8,813 units, down 2.2 percent from last September. Lexus Division sales were led by the RX 350 and RX 450h, which reported combined September sales of 7,420 units. With September sales of 1,054 units, GX mid-size luxury utility vehicle posted a gain of 122.8 percent over the same period last year. TMS Hybrids TMS posted September sales of 14,871 hybrid vehicles, up 2.0 percent over the year-ago month. Toyota Division posted sales of 13,021 hybrids for the month. Lexus Division reported sales of 1,850 hybrids in September There were 25 selling days in September 2009 and 2010.

Subaru of America, Inc. Sets September Sales Record - Company Announces a 47-Percent Sales Increase Year-Over-Year - - Best September Ever for Company and Outback and Forester models - CHERRY HILL, N.J., Oct. 1 -- Subaru of America, Inc. announced today that it posted its best-ever September sales results. This also marks the best-ever September sales for the Subaru Outback and Forester models. Subaru sold 21,432 units in September 2010 versus 14,593 units in September 2009, resulting in a 47-percent gain year-over-year. Year-to-date sales of 193,614 units in 2010 versus 158,421 units sold in 2009, resulting in a 22-percent gain compared with the same period last year. Sales for the Subaru Outback for the month of September were up 91-percent with 8,154 units sold, while sales for Subaru Forester were up 33-percent with 6,449 units sold. "September's record results reflect that demand for Subaru products continues to outpace supply despite the uncertain economy," said Timothy M. Colbeck, senior vice president of sales, Subaru of America, Inc. "We have been increasing shipments to dealers, but they continue to sell everything we send them." "Our sales reflect that Subaru products represent the best all-around package in the marketplace," said Thomas J. Doll, executive vice president and COO, Subaru of America, Inc. "As we currently have the lowest incentives in the industry and continue breaking sales records, we know that customers have done their homework and recognize that Subaru products offer them the utility and capability that All-Wheel Drive provides as well as the long-term value they are looking for," Doll added.

FORD SEPTEMBER SALES UP 46 PERCENT; FORD ON TRACK TO GAIN MARKET SHARE FOR SECOND YEAR IN A ROW Ford, Lincoln and Mercury September sales totaled 160,873, up 46 percent versus year ago Ford’s balanced portfolio of high-quality, fuel-efficient new cars, utilities and trucks drives September’s sales and market share gains; car sales up 40 percent, utilities up 61 percent and trucks up 43 percent Transit Connect, Ford’s purpose-built commercial van posts best sales month ever Ford Edge (paced by new 2011 model), Fusion and Escape set September sales records Ford’s F-Series truck posts 40 percent increase; 2011 F-150, with its lineup of four new engines unveiled to media and consumers in multi-city tour, continues to set the standard for full-size pickups DEARBORN, Mich., Oct. 1, 2010 – Consumer demand for Ford’s fresh lineup of high-quality, fuel-efficient vehicles in September helped the company continue to grow both sales and retail market share. Ford, Lincoln and Mercury sales in September totaled 160,873, up 46 percent versus a year ago. Ford’s market share also increased in September, marking the 23rd time in the last 24 months that Ford’s share of the retail market increased. Year-to-date sales totaled 1.44 million, up 21 percent – growth more than double the overall industry rate. Ford is on track to gain market share for the second year in a row – a result not achieved since 1993. “The key to our success in the U.S. market is the relentless cadence of new vehicle, powertrain and technology introductions,” said Ken Czubay, Ford vice president, U.S. Marketing, Sales and Service. “Every high-quality, fuel-efficient new vehicle provides Ford and its dealers with an opportunity to reach new customers and build a stronger foundation for future growth.” Ford’s Newest Products The Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX crossovers, the company’s latest new products to arrive in dealerships, are the first to offer MyFordTouch and MyLincolnTouch, respectively – state-of-the-art technology to better connect drivers with their vehicle information, entertainment and on-board technologies. The new Ford Edge features best-in-class horsepower and unsurpassed V6 highway fuel economy. The new Lincoln MKX offers best-in-class fuel economy and 305 horsepower – an increase of 40 hp versus the prior model. Sales for the Ford Edge in September totaled 12,815, a record for the month and up 186 percent versus a year ago. Sales for the Lincoln MKX totaled 2,658, the highest sales month in over two years and up 76 percent versus a year ago. The pace of sales for the all-new Fiesta accelerated in the second half of the month as availability at Ford dealers began to improve. September sales for the highly acclaimed subcompact totaled 3,050. Fiesta’s conquest rate is 57 percent – the highest of any Ford product. “Fiesta customers love their new cars,” said Czubay. “The Fiesta is our strongest proof point yet that our global growth strategy is working. This is important for consumers, dealers and employees to recognize as we prepare to launch the Focus – the next all-new product from Ford’s global product development system.” Another global product star – the Ford Transit Connect, a small, purpose-built van – launched in North America last summer. In September, this new vehicle aimed at small businesses posted its highest-ever sales month of 3,571. Ford’s Balanced Vehicle Portfolio In September, cars were up 40 percent versus a year ago. Sales of all Ford cars were up sharply from a year ago: Focus was up 48 percent Fusion was up 47 percent and set a September sales record Taurus was up 37 percent Mustang was up 17 percent Utility vehicles were up 61 percent versus a year ago. In addition to the Edge and MKX: Ford Escape sales were up 65 percent and set a September sales record Ford Expedition sales were up 24 percent Mercury Mariner and Mountaineer sales were up 65 percent and 60 percent, respectively Lincoln MKT sales were up 16 percent September truck sales were up 43 percent, thanks in part to a special Ford Truck promotion that continues to the end of October. Highlights include: Sales for Ford’s F-Series, America’s best-selling truck, totaled 47,433, up 40 percent versus a year ago; year-to-date, F-Series sales totaled 385,879, up 31 percent Ford Econoline, the best-selling full-size van in America, was up 25 percent For 2011, F-150 further ensures its leadership with an all-new powertrain lineup of four new engines, including a 3.5-liter EcoBoost, and a new six-speed transmission that will deliver class-leading capability and fuel economy. This truck lineup will be 20 percent more fuel efficient than the 2010 models. F-150 pickups with the new 3.7-liter V6, 5.0-liter V8 and 6.2-liter V8 will be in dealership showrooms later this fall. The F-150 with EcoBoost will be available for sale early next year.