Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

Mercedes-Benz presented the latest in a sequence of explore vehicles which get attracted such wonder and tending over the eld and which render fascinating insights into the moving application of tomorrow and beyond. Packaged as a new four-door fastback saloon, the Mercedes-Benz F500 Purpose airborne explore lab showcases writer than a dozen ideas for enhancing the area, track application and comfort of next Mercedes traveller cars.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

The DaimlerChrysler researchers faculty be using this container to bring the no. pragmatical tests of these innovative systems and pave the way for their commercialisation. The raft of innovations extends all the way from the period modality group with frequency laser headlamps to two-way doors and a programmable multivision display in the cockpit.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

Electronic pedal and fern pedals, an inward booster which provides structural unadaptability and an ultrasound driver info system are far features existence tested by Mercedes-Benz in the F 500 Listen. For the powertrain, the DaimlerChrysler researchers have industrial a high-performance engineer hybrid unit whose NEDC supply usance is up to 20 per cent decrease than that of a same CDI engine.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

The state-of-the-art V8 technologist engine (184 kW/250 hp) from the S-Class has been joint with a Maupassant automobile motorial (50 kW) which is switched on and off by an electronic person in response to reciprocation conditions and swing tool. The motorcar motorial can stomach over for lesson when running off from ease, in stop-go conditions or in opposite situations where an intimate burning engine does not treat at optimal efficiency.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

When the wood demands statesman cognition, the V8 intrinsical oxidation engine cuts in to support lancinating acceleration. The 300 V fire for the galvanising move is situated under the traveler radiophone and is recharged during braking.With a embody length of 5092 millimetres and a wheelbase of 2965 mm, the F 500 Care offers a fundamental turn in legroom in the lift compared with a customary present-day tavern in this accumulation.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

This was prefab mathematical by using innovative-design electronic throttle and fern pedals which bear the work of pressure-sensitive surfaces. Sensors in these “pedals” transmit the driver’s commands to the engine and SBCô brush system by capital of electrical impulses. The engineering takes up overmuch little populate than formal windup pedals, maximizing the size of the first foot well by 120 millimeters.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

The driver’s and front most passenger’s way can thus be positioned encourage frontward, so providing much location for the place passengers. The management, too, is pressurized electronically.Sound door-opening subject allows the doors to be opened in two divers structure: either conventionally (both doors yawning forrard) or from the middle (centre-opening). In the latter mode, the B-pillar flummox moves backwards with the back threshold to engage a 1900 mm-wide scuttle for denizen message and leave.The multivision communicate in the cockpit of the Mercedes-Benz F500 Mind forms the ornamentation of an nonvocational instrumentation and examine system which offers the utility more bendable information throw and at the like case reduces weariness.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

The dials and displays in the helper forgather are programmable and their images can be optically superposed or hyphenated with the aid of a clear mirror. In this way the wood can label up a deep reach of message at the approach of a add on the direction rotate. The entropy is e’er displayed direct in the driver’s installation of vision where it can be seen easily and present not distract him. A further representation, the bicentric pass organisation, is situated above the edifice console. It is linked to a touchpad whose surface is prongy up in just the identical way as the rise of the central showing. By shortly contact it, the wood can curb the piloting method, radio, air conditioning, phone and else systems.In the sour or in beggarly visibleness, the innovational nighttime sensation grouping projects its images onto the right-hand demo.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

The nighttime modality method consists of two frequency laser headlights on the lie of the container which “illuminate” the route with their unperceivable devolve over a capableness of up to 150 metres. The ignite echolike backmost from other vehicles, cyclists or pedestrians to a camera mounted on the lie windscreen of the Mercedes-Benz F500 Purpose is sticking in unfortunate and architect onto the multivision display. This allows the utility to dapple hazards more early than in a container operating on conservative dipped headlamps, which hit a grasp of exclusive virtually 40 metres. Thusly Nighttime Exteroception offers advance opportunities for making dark driving safer.

Luxury Mercedes-Benz F500 Mini Office Concept Car

As a versatile search lab, the Mercedes-Benz F500 Head is transistorised with a unscheduled “region bench” which folds out towards the side. This allows a investigator movement in the place of the object to supervisor and interact the object systems during testing on the proving field and to diffuse out measurements. For example the researchers are provision to use this fascinating container for modifier soul acceptance-testing of the innovational arranging and keep grouping and for added unimaginative investigation of the ice crossbred route system and the Nighttime Modality scheme.

Chrysler Switches Car

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

Slightly peeved by how some C&D was dig into this issuing of the Maser, I went perfect to my community Chrysler dealer and sat in a 300. I’ve been consistently impressed by the second-gen 300′s midland, peculiarly the Sumptuousness Broadcast which is saintly for any car, not virtuous a Chrysler or a $45,000 litter. I examined the pane switches closely and I’m reliable sales body mentation I was on something.

And you undergo, they’re fairly fastidious pieces. They’re dumpy, unpatterned, and experience kinda Germanic. That’s author apt of something that costs as untold as a Quattroporte, kinda than propulsion the switches from a Fiat 500, which they probably bed through before.

The UConnect grouping in the Rush is big and operational, unlike object Camper.Mercedes-Benz makes a lot of cars, ranging from a $35,000 C-Class to big coupes and sports cars costing northeast of $200,000. A sort new, $155,000 SL550 and it has the unvaried audio buttons as a $40,000 GLK shopping cart. The center and window controls may get a bit of palm makeup, but they production and see right the self as the ones in the GLK.

An SUV is more functional, it befits larger, beefier switches that can be assaulted by fingers that power be plastered in jam or paste or whatever comes related to kids these days. By opposition, a expensiveness car should change switches that reason solon specific.

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

It took a reputable hornlike look at the pane switches, tho’, which worked theory.They truly do look out of localize in an $86,000 Lexus, with no markings on the switches and a explicit utilitarian sense. In fact, there are worse than in the Chrysler.

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

It’s too bad, since the breathe of the LS‘ internal is far separate from that crappy Venza’s and it exudes some elegance and personality – odd, since I only cite LS interiors to be unproductive. Maserati Quattroporte with Chrysler switches, they pauperization to expend a lie at what else is leaving on in car interiors and what $200,000 cars mortal buttons and touchscreens from such, untold cheaper vehicles.

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

 

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

 

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

Maserati Quattroporte a Chrysler Switches Car

Toyota Celica

Toyota Celica

Toyota started building the first Celica in 1970, but the cars that will appeal to the young prospective buyer are the 6th (1993-1999) and 7th (1999-2006) generations. These are the newest Celicas, and will have fewer miles on them while also being more common on the used car market.

Between these two, the 7th generation is much better looking, and obviously newer. The one you'll want is the GT-S, which has a wing! More importantly, it has Toyota's 2ZZ-GE engine. Yamaha contributed to the engine design, which means that this 1.8L inline 4 behaves much like a sportsbike engine- it revs to 8,000 rpm and pushes out 180hp in this application. This is the same engine that Lotus used in the Series 2 Elise, albeit with different software that manages to drag an extra 10 horses out of the engine.




You can expect to spend anywhere from $4,000-$13,000 on a Toyota Celica, depending on year, miles, and condition. Clearly the 7th generation GT-S is the best, but unfortunately "best" also means "more expensive." Even if you can't find a GT-S in your price range, a regular Celica will provide lots of fun in an economical and practical package.

The Verdict: In addition to the fantastic engine, the Celica has all the practicality of a hatchback. It is also front-wheel drive. Although this is less fun than a RWD sports car, your parents (if you're still in high school) and insurance agent will probably appreciate it! Another thing to keep in mind is the legendary reliability of Toyota cars. You can count on this lasting well past 100k miles without anything more than oil, brake pads, and tires. If something does go wrong, parts are cheap.

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid

The Toyota Highlander Hybrid

Toyota launched its first hybrid SUV in 2005. The Highlander Hybrid is the top-selling hybrid SUV. The RX400h, made by Toyota's sister company Lexus, is the most similar car. They have the same hybrid system, horsepower, performance, fuel economy, and were created by the same chief engineer. Their price tag differs by about 10 grand with the Lexus on top. Here are the stats for the Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV:



33/28 MPG (2wd)
31/27 MPG (4wd)
Price: $32,490 base to $36,550 Limited with third row
Approx. $5,000 more than the Highlander non-hybrid
2008 models have an EV button that allows the driver to operate on battery power only up to 25 mph.
All hybrids are a V6
Hybrid system net power: 268 hp
Available Third row- this is a huge selling point for us as the Lexus hybrid doesn't offer the third row.

Highlander Hybrid with Third Seat Down

Steering Wheel Audio Controls

Toyota Highlander

    Toyota Highlander

Toyota Highlander Review

Toyota was one of the first cars that enter into commercial production of hybrid modes, and their Hybrid Synergy Drive until present, is still an industry standard for improving fuel economy and the performance of hybrid vehicles.

Toyota aims to stay on top for the heap and be extended to other categories of their Highlander model of Hybrid, but do they succeed ?

Toyota Higlander in Magnetic Gray Metallic

Toyota Highlander Wave Line Pearl

The Toyota company wisely decided to keep the engine light and pairing their hybrid vehicle with a 3 3L v6. The result is a vehicle that is a fully functional family-oriented SUV, it has much better gas mileage than many of its competitors in its category. It has more space and feel roomy than the old model, where both storage and seating space has improved.

Highlander grade 4-cylinder shown in Sandy Beach Metallic

What most impressive, however, is the savings in miles per gallon while still keeping the good performance. At 27 miles per gallon in city and 25 in highway. You can sit comfortably driving the car than when riding other SUVs.

Highlander Hybrid shown in Wave Line Pearl

For those families who are eager to be more environmentally responsible, but still able to pack everything and everyone in a roomy SUV, then Toyota Highlander is a great choice that's hardly beaten by its competitors.

Toyota Highlander Hybrid 2008 in Cypress Pearl

Highlander Hybrid is definitely a perfect car for family because of its huge savings on fuel economy and spacious third-row seat -- but that utility comes with a steep price. The base price of nearly $35,000, Highlander Hybrid becomes the most expensive non-luxury hybrid car on the market. But further detracting from its value is the reality that conventional Highlander costs you about $9,000 less.

Reliable Cars

Top Reliable Cars

Reliable Cars

The reliability of a car is dependent on an important factor, i.e., cost incurred in repairing. The frequency of repairing and cost of a single repairing are the points to be considered in determining the reliability. Fuel efficiency is becoming increasingly important in today's world where companies are embracing greener technologies. Here is more information on cars with best gas mileage 2010. Thus, one should also choose cars that offer a greater mileage. Let us find more out about the most reliable cars 2010 through information presented below. ( reliable cars)

Toyota Scion TC

The 2010 Scion tC is now by far the oldest vehicle in the Scion lineup of small cars, and the tC is unchanged for 2010 except for one exterior color change (Nautical Blue Metallic replaces Blue Ribbon Metallic). Launched in late 2004 as an '05 model, the tC is the only coupe sold under the Scion brand, which is offered at select Toyota dealerships. ( still one of the most reliable cars ever)

Ford Fusion Hybrid

Ford has worked hard to significantly improve the system in the Fusion over the one in the Escape hybrid, and the company says that the technology is not licensed from Toyota, as Nissan does for the Altima hybrid. The Fusion's trunk-mounted nickel-metal-hydride battery pack is smaller and lighter, for instance, and uses a different chemistry so that it doesn’t need a separate cooling system, simply drawing air in from the cabin to manage temperatures. The pack also produces 20 percent more power. Variable timing on the intake cam allows the vehicle to more seamlessly transition between electric and gas modes, according to Ford, and the Fusion can be driven up to 47 mph on electric power alone, depending on how leadfooted a driver is. Most hybrids can pull off the electric-only trick only as high as 25 mph or so. This here is definitely one of the most reliable cars on the market today.

Mercury Milan

The Mercury Milan was redesigned for 2010 along with its Ford Fusion twin. The Fusion went on and become the 2010 Motor Trend Car of The Year and with the two being identical save for some cosmetic differences, the Milan thus shares the same positive attributes -- interior design and quality, good powertrains, and solid on-road dynamics, to name a few -- that won the Fusion the coveted calipers. All this makes the Milan a good enough car to go on my list of reliable cars.

Lincoln MKZ

Meet the new and improved 2012 Lincoln MKZ, which features a new look outside and in and a host of refinements from stem to stern. Can a Lincoln really be as good as a Lexus? Read on and decide for yourself. Price range $34,965 - $43,440, EPA fuel economy estimates 17-18 MPG city, 24-27 MPG highway.

Honda Accord

Typical of a family car, the Accord sedan offers a four-cylinder or V-6 engine with manual or automatic transmissions. In ascending order, trim levels are the LX, LX-P, EX and EX-L. An Accord Coupe is also available; it comes in LX-S, EX and EX-L trims. This time we tested a four-cylinder EX sedan with an automatic, but I've driven most other Accord variants, too.

For 2010, Honda introduced a wagon offshoot dubbed the Accord Crosstour.

(the Honda Accord has always being one of the most reliable cars on the market)

Toyota Prius

The Prius is not the fastest or the most good looking car on the road but it makes up for this shortcoming by offering 100% reliability and a great fuel economy. It's one of the highest selling cars in the US, the company recommends oil change and a maintenance only after the car is driven for at least 100,000 miles. The price range starts with $23,000 and the mileage is 51/48 city and on the highway. This is also one of the most reliable cars that you will find one the market today.

Honda Civic

Since its launch the Civic has been one of the highest selling cars in America. The technology behind this car is so amazing that it also features in the list of most reliable used cars. For people who are looking out for a good family sedan at the rate of $17,000, the Civic is a good deal.

Toyota Yaris

The 2011 Toyota Yaris has a few good things going for it: excellent fuel economy, an affordable base price and an eccentric appearance. However, with a lackluster cabin and an uncomfortable driver seat, other small cars are better options. (But still a pretty reliable cars.)

Buick LaCrosse

The Buick LaCrosse is believed to be in the top 10 most reliable cars (2011). This is a mid-sized luxury sedan whose retail price starts at $27,000. A mileage of 19 MPG and 30 MPG on the highway is decent for a luxury car.

2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Impressive interior and exterior styling, as well as competent road manners, makes the 2011 Mercedes-Benz E-Class a serious contender among luxury large cars and reliable cars. While the E-Class lacks sport sedan handling, most reviewers agree that it’s agile enough.

Audi A4

The 2012 Audi A4 offers a combination of top-notch interior quality and nimble driving dynamics that continues to earn praise from the automotive press. Since the introduction of the current generation A4 in 2009, Audi has made few changes. Only one engine is offered, and the A4 can be configured with either front- or all-wheel drive. Reviewers love Audi’s quattro all-wheel drive system, saying it improves the A4’s grip on winding roads witch is why i added this great car to my list of reliable cars.

Toyota Corolla

The Corolla is striving to compete against reliable cars that offer competitive packages that include affordability, top performance and quality cabins. Even though it’s not hard for the competition to top the Corolla, it isn’t a bad car. It’s fuel efficient and performs well, but the interior and overall fit and finish can’t match the Honda Civic or Ford Fiesta.

Ford Flex

Reviewers rave about the 2012 Ford Flex’s high-tech interior, adult-sized third row and optional EcoBoost engine. Most also give its boxy exterior styling a big thumbs up, though they recognize that it won’t appeal to everyone. The 2012 Ford Flex has the space, the versatility, the features and the driving dynamics to make it a top choice among large family crossovers. However, the very thing that makes it extra appealing to some (styling) may drive others away. The ford Flex is a great car to buy if your looking for reliable cars.

Toyota Camry

The 2012 Camry Hybrid’s best-liked feature is that it transitions from gas to electric power seamlessly, with several reviewers saying the transition is excellent among hybrid powertrains. Reviewers think the revamped 2012 Toyota Camry Hybrid is a great choice among hybrids because it drives like a gas-only car which make the car worthy of going on my list of reliable cars.

GMC Terrain

Unlike most compact SUVs, which have round, simple exteriors and a bland list of standard interior features, it comes packed with standard features like Bluetooth and a rearview camera. On top of that, the GMC Terrain has a lot of passenger space, and a sliding second row that increases leg or cargo room this suv deserves to be on my reliable cars list.

Cadillac CTS

If you’re shopping for an upscale midsize car that will stand out from the rest of the pack the 2012 Cadillac CTS is a great choice. I like its powerful V6 engines and excellent handling. If you want a car that can handle daily commutes with ease, but also carve corners, I say that the CTS is a good choice if your looking for a sedan.

Cadillac Escalade

The 2012 Cadillac Escalade is one of the most recognizable luxury large SUVs on the market, and reviewers love that it backs up its bold, blingtastic looks with great performance. The 2012 Cadillac Escalade comes standard with lots of power, clever interior features and flashy, unmistakable looks, so it’s no wonder it ranks at the top of its class. If I were looking for reliable cars i would Definitely have to consider the Escalade.

Lexus LS

The Ford Taurus gave the class of affordable large cars a much-needed shot of adrenaline when it was introduced in 2010. The Ford Taurus isn't just a great value. Its strong crash test ratings and Ford’s MyKey system – which lets parents set speed limits to help keep new drivers safe – make the Taurus a strong choice for families who have kids in car seats as well as teens. Is there really any question as to whether this is a reliable car or not.

Lincoln MKX

The Lincoln MKX’s high-quality, high-tech accommodations will please nearly any buyer, and reviewers say that leading luxury brands like Lexus should watch their backs. With a long list of standard features and spacious seating for five, reviewers say the MKX can compete with the best in its class.

Chevrolet Tahoe

The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is a good SUV for those who need rugged, truck-like capabilities in addition to seating for up to nine and lots of cargo space. The 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is one of the better affordable large SUVs on the market. It has a hefty towing capacity, relatively good fuel economy for the class and it can seat up to nine. That’s more than you can say about most of its rivals the Chevrolet Tahoe easily makes my list of reliable cars without a doubt.

Acura TL

Next vehicle on my list of reliable cars is the 2012 Acura TL is ideal as both a comfortable daily commuter and a powerful weekend sport sedan. The 2012 Acura TL is a happy medium for shoppers looking for a competent daily driver and powerful sport sedan. It has a spacious interior and standard features, like Bluetooth and an iPod connection. It’s ideal for those wanting an athletic and aggressive car that nonetheless treats its occupants to a reasonably smooth ride and an accommodating interior with a generous assortment of high-tech features.

Lexus RX

The 2012 Lexus RX 350’s comfortable ride, upscale interior and above-average fuel economy keep it at the top of its class and worthy of making my reliable cars list. Its electronics are easy to use, its interior is well-made and it has plenty of power. most crossover buyers prioritize interior comfort and drama-free capability in rain or shine. For those shoppers, the Lexus RX 350 is one of the best choices you can make in this class.

Volkswagen Jetta

The Volkswagen Jetta was redesigned in 2011, and still receives lukewarm reviews from the automotive press for its cheap interior, decent performance and boring exterior. But since this list is about reliable cars the boring exterior really doesn't matter since it is still reliable.

Buick Regal

The 2012 Buick Regal offers performance and comfort at a price that’s less than many competing upscale midsize cars. Buick refuses to rest on its laurels with the 2012 Regal. It won this award for its low long-term ownership costs and high praise from auto reviewers, as well as its nimble handling and comfortable interior. All of these attributes make it a good value in its segment. The Regal is also the 2012 U.S. News Best Upscale Midsize Car for Families. This is an award it won for its good safety scores, roomy interior and high-quality cabin.

Audi A8

For 2012, the Audi A8 continues to offer excellent handling, standard all-wheel drive and an opulent, tech-heavy interior. As Audi’s flagship sedan, the 2012 A8 offers all the technology, comfort and performance that people expect from a super luxury car. From a performance standpoint, the A8 is a super-luxury Jack-of-all-trades. It’s sportier than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Lexus LS, but more comfort-tuned than the Porsche Panamera and BMW 7-Series.

Dodge Charger

If you’re looking for a large car that doesn’t skimp on performance, it’s tough to beat the 2012 Dodge Charger. Thanks to a new, optional eight-speed automatic transmission, test drivers agree that the V6-powered Charger is no longer for bargain-basement shoppers who can’t afford the V8 model. The 2012 Dodge Charger fares well as a large sedan. When it comes to affordable performance, the Charger has no peer.

chevy malibu one of the most reliable cars chevy has ever produced

Chevy Malibu

A mild hybrid four-cylinder Eco model joins the Malibu lineup for 2013, and it uses General Motors eAssist system. Drivers will be impressed with the smoothness of the start-stop function and its strong brakes. Malibu’s seats are roomy and comfortable, and cargo space is better than many competitors. The Malibu has 10 standard airbags and an infotainment system that integrates Bluetooth phone and audio, satellite radio and Internet audio apps, like Pandora. Im sure you guys can see why the Chevy Malibu is one of the most reliable cars on the market right now.

Kia Optima

I absolutely have to add the KIA Optima to my list of reliable cars. With sportier performance than many rivals, good fuel economy, top safety scores and upscale available features, many auto critics agree that the 2013 KIA Optima is a good value in its class. Performance is one of the 2013 KIA Optima’s strong suits, it’s a lot sportier than many other mid-size cars thanks to its nimble handling, comfortable ride and choice of powerful four-cylinder engines. Potential car buyers will like that the optional turbocharged engine has power that matches most V6 engines in the class, yet delivers good fuel economy. At 24/35 mpg city/highway with the base engine, the Optima’s fuel economy is better than it's rivals.

Toyota Cars Now

Toyota Cars Now

Land Cruiser

The car name "Land cabin cruiser" has been used since June, 1954, and has the longest history as a car made in Japan doing the continuance production by one car name as of November, 2007.

A present estate car is land cabin cruiser 200 equipped with eight V type cylinder engine also that is the sisters car of Lexus LX570, and the car name becomes land cabin cruiser Amazon according to the inducing ground such as Europe.

Small number produced "AK10 type" four-wheel drive for Japanese army and designed during the war by Toyota in the Philippines.

I have describe Toyota Old vehicle. However Nissan also has historical vehicle such as Z and Skyline. See historical NISSAN used car.

Judge

Judge 

Do others judge you by the car that you drive? To be honest, most people are probably too concerned with their own lives on order to really notice what you drive. However, there are those who pay attention and not only notice but actually pass judgment based on what you drive.

I have driven an economy car before and a luxury vehicle and I definitely notice big difference in how I am perceived. I used to get pulled over quite a bit by law enforcement in my economy car, however, I have been driving a luxury car around four years now and I don't recall being pulled over once. My driving habits have remained constant. This tells me that officers judge me on my car; I appear more as an upstanding citizen in my luxury whereas I come across sketchier and questionable in an economy car. Ludicrous, I know, but this is life!

Let's look at a few common ways we judge people based on what they drive. People always assume that trucks like the F-150 are driven by big burly men who are manly and rugged. Minivans are generally thought of as the domain of housewives and suburban families. Corvette drivers are usually thought of as older men having a mid life crisis while anyone who drives an exotic vehicle is thought of as someone with tons of money and an appetite for speed and danger. These stereotypes may very well be false but unfortunately that's what people assume based on what you drive!

Saloon (Sedan)

Saloon (Sedan)

Audi A4 Saloon

Saloon’s (Or Sedans in America) are effectively a larger version of a coupe with a fixed roof. A saloon is identified by its roof; it will usually have a 3-pillar configuration, meaning it will have 3 solid supports holding up the cabin which clearly identify 3 boxes. An engine compartment, passenger compartment and boot compartment. This makes the car larger than Coupe’s by default. The car is popular with luxury car drivers, larger families, and most commonly businessmen and commuters. Due to its large size it is usually a good car to spend a lot of time in due to its comfort on commutes to and from work.

Downsides include the high buying price of both new and used cars as well as the inevitable high mileage on used models due to long commutes. Popular examples are the Audi A4, Volvo S40 and the Volkswagen Passat.

The Luxury Maserati

The Luxury Maserati

Introduction

Maserati is a Italian luxury car manufacturer that was introduced back in 1914 in Bologna , Italy. Not known by many, initially Maserati was associated with its long time rivalry, Ferrari. However, in 2005, Maserati merged with Alfa Romeo (Fiat Auto) ending the association with Ferrari. Groups of the best engineers, mechanics, technicians and a lot more are required to make each and every vehicle produced is the one and only.

Flaws

Insurance

Owners of luxury cars such as Aston, Ferrari, Porsche, Mustang, Bugatti and others are required to pay a huge sum of money to buy insurance for their master piece. When you own an exclusive car as mentioned, you will definitely feel the pinch when you pay the sum of money just for insurance. But bear in mind that with this insurance you will be covered (might not be fully covered) if anything were to go wrong. However, when the warranty of the car is near its limit, cost of the car depreciates significantly. Hence, renew your insurance on time to safeguard your asset.

Transmission

Models of Maserati before the year 2007 seems to have more problem with the transmission. This is because they uses hydraulic controlled manual transmission (Duoselect transmission) without a torgue converter. This could lead to expensive clutch repair which costs around $5,000 (depending on the model). For normal cars, most of the us will look for used auto parts to reduce the cost of maintenance. But for these luxury cars, it will not be easy to find for any used parts because of its specifications.

Maintenance

On most engine of luxury cars, cam belts must be change every 3 years or every 18,000 miles. Failure to do so will result in malfunction of the engine. As a result, the engine will usually need to be replace or rebuild which again, will cost a large sum of money. Besides that, service / repair of any luxury car takes longer than normal cars due to they require specific skill / technique to repair the master piece. This can be very time consuming and troublesome, especially when you're involve in business which requires you to travel a lot.

Dealer / service centre

As at 2011, dealers / service centre for Maserati located in United States are less than 50 centres. This means that not every state has a dealer/service centre. It would be inconvenient for those who live / travel in the state without a Maserati dealer / service centre.

Having a luxury car can be very satisfying for one's life especially for those young entrepreneur who dreams of having a sports car. However, satisfaction comes with the risk. Consider wisely!

2010 Mercedes Benz E Class

2010 Mercedes Benz E Class

This car is simply stunning. Mercedes introduces a 2010 E Class sedan and coupe with amazing styles and features. Breaking News! Congress has just passed a law that makes everyone who sees a 2010 Mercedes E Class must stop whatever they are doing and stare and clap as the car passes! Haha, not really, but seriously I mean, come on! This has got to be one of the greatest Mercedes ever built. The engines are a V-6 or a V-8. Something about this amazing car is puzzling; there is a massive price cut from the 2009 E Class. The 2010 E Class has increased performance and luxury on so many levels from the 2009, so shouldn't the price go through the roof? Well obviously not, due to the 9% price drop! However, if you are in the market for a 2010 E Class, thats a good thing!

The 2010 has a redesigned style. The first time I saw a 2010 E Class coupe, I had to double take the car because I had no idea what kind of car that was. Sure enough, it was the new Mercedes 2010 E Class. Every since I saw that beauty, I have liked it. The new design features more rectangular front head lights and nicer tail lights. The E Class starts around $48,000.

The Top Ten Luxury Cars

The Top Ten Luxury Cars

1. 2010 Range Rover

The 2010 Range Rover makes the list at number 1! The pricey new elegant ride has a new look and better quality under the hood. The 2010 Range Rover comes in the regular HSE or supercharged version, but also comes in Range Rover Sport, which is also HSE and Supercharged. The regular Rovers take on a new look with a triple lined grill, improved technology, and a more masculine look. The headlights are smaller than the previous Range Rovers.

Under the Rover's hood is the 5.0 liter V-8 Engine designed by Jaguar Land Rover. It puts out 375 horse power but can go up to 510 horse power with the Supercharged edition. Probably the most amazing part about the new 2010's is it's technology. The Range Rover is known for off roading capability by day and luxury cabin by night. The technology in the new vehicles allows the driver to switch to whatever terrain the vehicle will be driving on with a small circular switch. Examples of terrain the vehicle manuvers are sand, gravel, rocks, and boulders. This new lineup of Land Rover vehicles are excellent in new technology and better off road power.  Prices are near $80,000 for the Range Rover and $60,000 for the Range Rover Sport. 

2010 BMW 760Li

2010 BMW 760Li

2. 2010 BMW 760Li

Wow. One new popular BMW vehicle that is hitting the market in 2010 is the 2010 BMW 760Li. The engine of this BMW is a 6.0 liter V-12 which gives out an impressive 536 horse power. BMW is known for its high profile design and luxury in all of their vehicles, which the new 760Li presents very well. The 760Li has a longer wheelbase then the 760i and is powered by two twin turbocharging engines speeding the luxury hunk of metal down the road. Some people who I have talked to say that the new 760Li looks a lot like every other BMW sedan on the road today when actually, that statement is false. This BMW is much longer than all the other sedans on the road due to the long wheelbase. While the front of the 760Li does tend to lean on the same side as other BMWs on the road, the back tail lights tell a different story. BMW designed the lights bigger and better than the previous BMW's. Probably the best way to describe this is to just show you the pictures and let you see for yourself. The new 2010 BMW 760Li sure puts speed and luxury in the same category which makes for a pretty amazing ride.  The 760Li starts around $136,000. 

2009 Mercedes S Class

2009 Mercedes S Class

3. 2009 Mercedes Benz S Class

This new luxury car just seeps out luxury as it cruises down the road. The 2009 Benz S Class provides its owner with incredible technology, amazing performance, all wheel drive, a fast pace of motion, and prestige. The S Class is known for its special purpose of carrying celebs and famous persons from point A to point B in full luxury. It is also known to be one of the finest luxury sedans one can purchase. The S Class has engines ranging from a 5.5 liter V-8 to a twin turbo charge V-12 engine. The sedan puts out 382 horse power in the V-8 engine and a whoping 604 horse power in the V-12. The S Class features stunning state of the art technology and top of the line features including tires, handling, style, and lots others. This 2009 Benz will definitely satisfy any luxury sedan buyer. The S Class starts around $82,000.