2003 Volkswagen EuroVan MV (463)

Overview: This week I looked at the 2003 Volkswagen EuroVan MV, for Multi Van, Camper version, meaning it has a pop up top with a bed and the third row bench seat pulls forward to make into another bed. I like to camp and this gave me the opportunity to shake...
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2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T Wagon (462)

Overview: This weeks test vehicle was the 2003 Volkswagen Jetta GLS 1.8T(Turbo) Wagon. My friend Rusty says, “this drives like my BMW. And are you sh…. kidding me about the price? I'm guessing in the $40's.” No Rusty, I'm not kidding, but now that you mention it I am beginning to...
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2003 Honda Accord EX Sedan (461)

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This weeks test vehicle was the 2003 Honda Accord EX, which is the next step up from the Civic I recently tested. The Civic was very impressive for the dough and this Accord is no exception. It occupies a top slot and a great contender with popularity that...

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2003 Jaguar XKR Convertible (459)

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This week I drove the 2003 Jaguar XKR Convertible on a trip around California. Being on the open road I got a great chance to experience the Adaptive Cruise Control package that was totally impressive. I know some other cars have it but I noticed the improvement since...

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2003 Honda Civic (458)

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This week I drove the 2003 Honda Civic sedan. I’m scheduling the Hybrid version as soon as I can get it because this has to be one of the most important topics of this century. A reader tells me we only have 15 years of oil at the...

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2003 Suzuki XL-7 4WD LTD (456)

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This week I drove the 2003 Suzuki XL-7 4WD LTD, because SUV’s are simply the hottest vehicle on the market. It really is a phenomenon that may end up with everyone owning at least one. But no crystal ball and if gas...

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2003 Saturn ION (455)

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This week I drove the 2003 Saturn ION 4-door sedan that replaces the S-Series. My auto enthusiast nephew and colleague, Vince and I refer to cars like this as cookie cutter cars. The inference is that it means they are stamped out...

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2003 Mercedes Benz ML500 (453)

[gallery link="file" ids="3358,3359,3360"] Overview: This week I tested the 2003 Mercedes Benz ML500 Sport Utility. I didn't have the occasion to play golf during the time I had the car, but I've got to tell you the snob appeal just went up a couple of points. Now you can use the Mercedes Communications...
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