Show cars having specific features?
 

Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
consideration.

Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.

Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?

Thanks.
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

"Charles Lasitter" <spoof@address.com> wrote in message
news:spt952ddof57ef9dhmmmepc6kdff4q740i@4ax.com...
> Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
> body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
> wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
> specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
> consideration.
>
> Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
> alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.
>
> Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?


Not specifically, here's where a certain element of "background awareness"
enters the fray. Here's where you do your legwork, probably using a
filtering system on fuel consumption first and then working your way up the
list of priorities.

But you know, things like wheels are very easily added after you buy the
machine. Alloys don't interest me much from an aesthetics perspective,
lightening the unsprung weight is useful, so I wasn't at all bothered by
this Accord running on steels.

As for wanting X forward gears, here a more important point is the nature of
the gearing and power delivery. Well spaced ratios designed with the power
delivery of the engine in mind is much, much more effective than six ratios
in a 'box taken from a parts bin.

--
The DervMan
www.dervman.com

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

"Charles Lasitter" <spoof@address.com> wrote in message
news:spt952ddof57ef9dhmmmepc6kdff4q740i@4ax.com...
> Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
> body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
> wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
> specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
> consideration.
>
> Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
> alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.
>
> Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?


Not specifically, here's where a certain element of "background awareness"
enters the fray. Here's where you do your legwork, probably using a
filtering system on fuel consumption first and then working your way up the
list of priorities.

But you know, things like wheels are very easily added after you buy the
machine. Alloys don't interest me much from an aesthetics perspective,
lightening the unsprung weight is useful, so I wasn't at all bothered by
this Accord running on steels.

As for wanting X forward gears, here a more important point is the nature of
the gearing and power delivery. Well spaced ratios designed with the power
delivery of the engine in mind is much, much more effective than six ratios
in a 'box taken from a parts bin.

--
The DervMan
www.dervman.com

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

"Charles Lasitter" <spoof@address.com> wrote in message
news:spt952ddof57ef9dhmmmepc6kdff4q740i@4ax.com...
> Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
> body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
> wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
> specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
> consideration.
>
> Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
> alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.
>
> Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?


Not specifically, here's where a certain element of "background awareness"
enters the fray. Here's where you do your legwork, probably using a
filtering system on fuel consumption first and then working your way up the
list of priorities.

But you know, things like wheels are very easily added after you buy the
machine. Alloys don't interest me much from an aesthetics perspective,
lightening the unsprung weight is useful, so I wasn't at all bothered by
this Accord running on steels.

As for wanting X forward gears, here a more important point is the nature of
the gearing and power delivery. Well spaced ratios designed with the power
delivery of the engine in mind is much, much more effective than six ratios
in a 'box taken from a parts bin.

--
The DervMan
www.dervman.com

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:09:26 GMT, "DervMan" <dervman@ntlworld.com>
wrote:

> As for wanting X forward gears, here a more important point is the nature of
> the gearing and power delivery. Well spaced ratios designed with the power
> delivery of the engine in mind is much, much more effective than six ratios
> in a 'box taken from a parts bin.

Prior to further research, my working assumption would be that whoever
put a six-speed into a car knew what they were doing. Beyond that, of
course, you are correct.

I still think it would be great to see "all six speeds", for example, or
only those cars where side air bags could at least be added as part of
some option group.

Right now I don't know any way of getting to some of information other
than by wading thru page after page of specs on different cars /
options!
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:09:26 GMT, "DervMan" <dervman@ntlworld.com>
wrote:

> As for wanting X forward gears, here a more important point is the nature of
> the gearing and power delivery. Well spaced ratios designed with the power
> delivery of the engine in mind is much, much more effective than six ratios
> in a 'box taken from a parts bin.

Prior to further research, my working assumption would be that whoever
put a six-speed into a car knew what they were doing. Beyond that, of
course, you are correct.

I still think it would be great to see "all six speeds", for example, or
only those cars where side air bags could at least be added as part of
some option group.

Right now I don't know any way of getting to some of information other
than by wading thru page after page of specs on different cars /
options!
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:09:26 GMT, "DervMan" <dervman@ntlworld.com>
wrote:

> As for wanting X forward gears, here a more important point is the nature of
> the gearing and power delivery. Well spaced ratios designed with the power
> delivery of the engine in mind is much, much more effective than six ratios
> in a 'box taken from a parts bin.

Prior to further research, my working assumption would be that whoever
put a six-speed into a car knew what they were doing. Beyond that, of
course, you are correct.

I still think it would be great to see "all six speeds", for example, or
only those cars where side air bags could at least be added as part of
some option group.

Right now I don't know any way of getting to some of information other
than by wading thru page after page of specs on different cars /
options!
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 13:51:24 -0400, Charles Lasitter
<spoof@address.com> wrote:

>Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
>body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
>wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
>specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
>consideration.
>
>Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
>alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.
>
>Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?

I remember seeing places that listed much of what you said in the
comparison data, but you had to pick a vehicle to do it. of course,
its often worth just a playaround, and to know what basic vehicle type
you're after. 6-speeds aren't that common, though, well, I haven't
seen many. V70's have 6 speed in their R, but thats not so good milage
wise.

I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
let me know.

>
>Thanks.
>+-----------------------------------------+
>| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
>| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
>| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
>+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 13:51:24 -0400, Charles Lasitter
<spoof@address.com> wrote:

>Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
>body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
>wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
>specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
>consideration.
>
>Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
>alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.
>
>Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?

I remember seeing places that listed much of what you said in the
comparison data, but you had to pick a vehicle to do it. of course,
its often worth just a playaround, and to know what basic vehicle type
you're after. 6-speeds aren't that common, though, well, I haven't
seen many. V70's have 6 speed in their R, but thats not so good milage
wise.

I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
let me know.

>
>Thanks.
>+-----------------------------------------+
>| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
>| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
>| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
>+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 13:51:24 -0400, Charles Lasitter
<spoof@address.com> wrote:

>Any number of sites let you list selection criterion like year, cost,
>body style and major features (transmission type, etc.), but I was
>wondering if anyone knew of a web site that would let you get REALLY
>specific about features before presenting you with a list of cars for
>consideration.
>
>Like: I want a car with a sunroof, 6M, seats four, 4-wheel ABS disc,
>alloys, and gets 30mpg highway.
>
>Anyone remember seeing web site that might do this?

I remember seeing places that listed much of what you said in the
comparison data, but you had to pick a vehicle to do it. of course,
its often worth just a playaround, and to know what basic vehicle type
you're after. 6-speeds aren't that common, though, well, I haven't
seen many. V70's have 6 speed in their R, but thats not so good milage
wise.

I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
let me know.

>
>Thanks.
>+-----------------------------------------+
>| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
>| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
>| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
>+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:36:27 -0400, flobert <nomail@here.NOT> wrote:

> I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
> 'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
> economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
> let me know.

I was absolutely floored by what I turned up on searching with "6M" as a
keyword on Sunday. It turns out that a number of Volkwagen models come
jam-packed with features and performance at very attractive prices.

VW has several models with 6M standard, and combined with a Turbo i4
that makes nearly the same torque as the J30 V6 but at 1800 RPM, I
should think it would take off like a kick in the pants!
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:36:27 -0400, flobert <nomail@here.NOT> wrote:

> I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
> 'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
> economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
> let me know.

I was absolutely floored by what I turned up on searching with "6M" as a
keyword on Sunday. It turns out that a number of Volkwagen models come
jam-packed with features and performance at very attractive prices.

VW has several models with 6M standard, and combined with a Turbo i4
that makes nearly the same torque as the J30 V6 but at 1800 RPM, I
should think it would take off like a kick in the pants!
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:36:27 -0400, flobert <nomail@here.NOT> wrote:

> I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
> 'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
> economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
> let me know.

I was absolutely floored by what I turned up on searching with "6M" as a
keyword on Sunday. It turns out that a number of Volkwagen models come
jam-packed with features and performance at very attractive prices.

VW has several models with 6M standard, and combined with a Turbo i4
that makes nearly the same torque as the J30 V6 but at 1800 RPM, I
should think it would take off like a kick in the pants!
+-----------------------------------------+
| Charles Lasitter | Mailing/Shipping |
| 401/728-1987 | 14 Cooke St |
| cl+at+ncdm+dot+com | Pawtucket RI 02860 |
+-----------------------------------------+

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

"Charles Lasitter" <spoof@address.com> wrote in message
news:su4b525dfgnoqlsek3iaphqh1ale86ki0l@4ax.com...
> On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:36:27 -0400, flobert <nomail@here.NOT> wrote:
>
>> I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
>> 'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
>> economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
>> let me know.
>
> I was absolutely floored by what I turned up on searching with "6M" as a
> keyword on Sunday. It turns out that a number of Volkwagen models come
> jam-packed with features and performance at very attractive prices.
>
> VW has several models with 6M standard, and combined with a Turbo i4
> that makes nearly the same torque as the J30 V6 but at 1800 RPM, I
> should think it would take off like a kick in the pants!


It's a lazy engine and VAG build quality is nothing like it used to be. So,
buy at your own peril.

--
The DervMan
www.dervman.com

Re: Show cars having specific features?
 

"Charles Lasitter" <spoof@address.com> wrote in message
news:su4b525dfgnoqlsek3iaphqh1ale86ki0l@4ax.com...
> On Sun, 30 Apr 2006 19:36:27 -0400, flobert <nomail@here.NOT> wrote:
>
>> I'm not sure you'll really find a car with all that, since you want
>> 'sports' features (the 4Wheel disc, 6M) and then you want what is an
>> economy feature (the 30mpg) - I doubt you'll get both. If you do,
>> let me know.
>
> I was absolutely floored by what I turned up on searching with "6M" as a
> keyword on Sunday. It turns out that a number of Volkwagen models come
> jam-packed with features and performance at very attractive prices.
>
> VW has several models with 6M standard, and combined with a Turbo i4
> that makes nearly the same torque as the J30 V6 but at 1800 RPM, I
> should think it would take off like a kick in the pants!


It's a lazy engine and VAG build quality is nothing like it used to be. So,
buy at your own peril.

--
The DervMan
www.dervman.com