Expensive lemons: Used car prices to rise

Expensive lemons: Used car prices to rise
By Chris Isidore



Used car buyers are about to find that it's tougher to find the models they want. And they may have to pay more for older, higher mileage cars too.
Why? It's yet one more thing to blame on the crisis that hit the auto industry and overall economy in 2008.
A key supply of late model used cars -- vehicles coming off of three-year leases -- is about to be choked off due to the crisis in the financial markets and the auto industry that summer that cut deeply into new leases.
"Leasing fell off across the board in 2008, so there's just not going to be as many of those late model, good quality cars coming into the market," said Belinda Aborts, director of automotive credit for auto research firm Experian.
Car leasing plunged in the summer of 2008, tumbling by 58% between June and November of that year, according to research firm R.R. Polk & Co.
Doubts about the future of several automakers dried up the supply of financing needed to write new leases, forcing General Motors (GM,Fortune 500) and Chrysler Group to essentially stop leasing. Ford Motor (FFortune 500) cut back on leases too, as doubts about the residual values of leased vehicles changed the economics of that business.

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The price of used cars has already been climbing in recent years. The Manheim used car price index, a key industry measure, hit a record high in May that is 30% above the low it hit in December 2008. And many believe there will be more pressure on prices as the pipeline dries up later this year.
"This summer could really be a problem," said Charlie Vogelheim, executive editor at Intellichoice, the car buying Web site run by Motor Trend Auto Group. "The demand will be building as the supply will continue to dwindle. You'll be surprised how close the used cars are going to get to new car prices."
Other experts say that new car prices will present somewhat of a cap on used car prices, preventing prices from shooting up too high. But new car prices have also firmed, lifted by a combination of tight supply since theJapanese earthquake and higher raw material costs.
Experts say that the availability of some used car models will be particularly tough to find later this summer, no matter the price.
"Even with gas near $4 a gallon, you could have trouble finding the truck or SUV you want because of the lack of supply from three years ago," said Alec Gutierrez, manager of vehicle valuation for Kelly Blue Book. "You're going to be finding higher miles than you would have expected, and you're going to have to pay a little more for that."
It may not be until late 2012 or 2013 before supplies start to come back to normal levels.
But while this may be bad news for anyone looking to buy a use car, people who have leases that are about to end could benefit from the lack of supply.
Sergio Stiberman, CEO of LeaseTrader.com, said many dealers are offering deals to buy people out of leases early to try to replenish the supply of used vehicles.
Stiberman said many consumers with leases that are about to run out will be able to buy the vehicle at a price that was spelled out in their original contract, and then turn around and sell it or trade it in for more money. To top of page
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Leather from the finest supplier in the motor industry; dashboard instruments uniquely crafted by the master watch-maker Chronoswiss; exposed gear linkage and racing pedal box hewn from solid aluminum billet; the feeling of openness that comes from no windscreen header rail; cruising Fifth Avenue with the roof down.

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NEW 2011 HONDA PCX 125 SCOOTER

2011 Honda pcx 125, the all-new Honda PCX is a great new addition to Honda scooter line that combines sportbike-inspired styling, on-the-go convenience scooter and great fuel economy consumption into perfect package.The 125 cc PCX is the new mid-sized scooter with a fuel-injected 125cc scooter engine and a relatively long wheelbase, a liquid-cooled, a Honda V-Matic automatic transmission and tons of convenient storage everywhere. . Thanks to its four-stroke engine and a capable chassis, the PCX serves well for getting around town and even for backroad weekend adventures.
The new PCX’s liquid-cooled engine offers a perfect balance of power and terrific fuel economy. And there’s plenty of room for a passenger. The PCX is all about taking care of its rider.The large seat and floorboards. You get room to move around and your passenger gets plenty of room too. The 2011 Honda pcx 125 has full-length floorboards and step-through design also makes getting on and off a whole lot easier.
Flip that seat open and you have room for a full-face helmet and enough groceries for Thanksgiving dinner. The 2011 Honda pcx 125 ’s main compartment locks for security, and is weather-resistant too. There’s even a second compartment in the dash for your mobile phone, wallet, or MP3 player.
The 2011 Honda pcx 125 comes with reliable electric start, combined with an automatic choke, ensures hassle-free starting with push-button ease, even on cold mornings. it also includes an automatic transmission, separate glove compartment,side stand and center stand and theft deterrent ignition cover with locking steering and lots of others features.
2011 HONDA PCX125 PRICE: $3,399
2011 HONDA PCX125 FULL SPECS:
*Builder: Honda
*Model Id: PCX125
*Categories: Scooter
*Available Colors: Pearl White, Candy Red
*Emissions Meets: current EPA standards.
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*Engine Type: 1 cylinders, 4-stroke
Displacement: 125 cc (7.64 cubic inches)
Cooling system:liquid-cooled
*Bore and Stroke: 52.4mm x 57.9mm
*Compression ratio: 11.0:1
*Valve Train: SOHC; two-valve
*Ignition: Digital with electronic advance
*Valve Train SOHC; two-valve
*Valves per cylinder: 2
*Sparks per cylinder: 1
*Fuel supply system: Fuel injection
*Ignition type: Digital CDI
*Engine mounting: Transverse
*Lubrication system: Wet sump
*Gear box: Automatic
*Clutch: Wet, cable operated
*Final drive: Shaft
*Starter: Electric
*Induction: PGM-FI with automatic enrichment
With plenty of power to carry you and a passenger too, the PCX features liquid cooling and Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI) for great performance in all traffic conditions. Plus PCX offers some impressive fuel economy too!
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*Transmission: Honda V-Matic belt-converter automatic transmission :
With the Honda V-Matic automatic transmission, riding couldn’t be easier. Just start the engine, twist the gas, and go. The V-Matic means no shifting, ever – so you concentrate on the road ahead and simply enjoy the ride! The V-matic is a continuously variable design, so you’ll never feel it lurch from one gear to another. Smooth.
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*Frame type: steel
*Front Suspension: 31mm hydraulic fork; 3.5 inches of travel
*Rear Suspension: Unit swingarm, 2.9 inches of travel
*Front Brake: Single 220mm disc with three-piston caliper and CBS
*Rear Brake: Drum with CBS
*Front Tire: 90/90-14
*Rear Tire: 100/90-14
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*Rake: 27.0°
*Trail 86mm: (3.4 inches)
*Wheelbase: 51.4 inches
*Seat Height: 29.9 inches / 759 mm
*Curb Weight: 280 pounds / 127 kg (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel—ready to ride)
*Fuel Capacity: 1.6 gallons / 6 l
*Number of riders: 2 persons
*ABS available: No
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FACTORY WARRANTY INFORMATION
One Year Transferable, unlimited-mileage limited warranty; extended coverage available with a Honda Protection Plan.
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Adhen Pangestu of the workshop Adhen Modified/modifikasi (AM) attracted the same weight former world champion in 2007, to the extent that artificial Yamaha Scorpio 2005, which he has overhauled like Ducati.
Apparently, that part is still original. Adhen foresight proved expert tracings. Only, rada hide his position on the body front.Another scam from this modifikasi yamaha scorpio ekstrem on undertail exhaust that fits very same body design.
Modifikasi yamaha scorpio ekstrem, The figure is reminiscent of a motorcycle rider in MotoGP, Casey Stoner, from Australia. Yes! Adhen Pangestu of the workshop Adhen Modified/modifikasi (AM) attracted the same weight former world champion in 2007, to the extent that artificial Yamaha Scorpio 2005, which he has overhauled like Ducati.
Modification seems so extreme and expensive. yamaha scorpio modif In fact, many cunning tricks-tricks that funds disbursed are not fancy like shape.
As the legs are more muscular, it is certainly part mistaken for disposable waste moge. In fact, not true. He would still continue to use the default. “Front sokbreker still wear the original, only given a condom using a pipe,” commentator Adhen. With this trick, the size of tube shock absorbers so in accordance with the dimensions of the body.
Incidentally, using a size 3-inch alloy wheels. Therefore, the dimensions become more fit. Likewise, the rear legs, with an already large body like this, the area was certainly still use the original monoshock. Hmm, what baseball sinkhole?
Meanwhile, the arm look bigger ayunnya now like a moge. Apparently, that part is still original. According Adhen, arm swing only reshaped with the addition of a metal plate to be like what is used on the Ducati.
Of the legs and then switch to the body. Adhen foresight proved expert tracings. Look tail design that “copy paste” with the Desmosedici GP9. All were made of fiberglass. Because of daily use, then the part as the main light is maintained. Only, rada hide his position on the body front.

Another scam from this modifikasi yamaha scorpio ekstrem on undertail exhaust that fits very same body design. So, where the original exhaust? His position was under, near the right side fairing
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MODIFIKASI Honda Supra x 2000 | Trend Gres Racing Look

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Followers of style homage to the drag racing look mothai have new trend. Idea was first hatched by Khan and Ocos Custom Umir with Honda Supra X in 2000 which could be a cover of Style Racing.
Views modific unique with chest applying the front and shell Beat latticed grating used as a motor.

Similar construction fairinged sports, but between the front chest and is used as a shell over and attached to the handlebars. These two parts put together, make the body retaining the front chest plate adds to the handlebar bracket and shell on the back side of the bolt locked to the handlebar. bow so unique and different impression.

This trend then spread to two other modific have the same flow, one of Honda Supra Fertile property of Concept Pandaan Thole. "I wear body shell coupled Blade Supra Fit," said.

Of the more than been cut short bar, the upper shell is cuted bottom half of the front side of the chest and connected with the front shield Supra Fit. Supra front of chest armor so that shorter handlebar movement can also be more flexible.

There is another trend which is now visible in the flow of plural racing look is the use of wheelie bars. S Antok modific originators of BMS looser Stone Boy, Malang. Because the concept matic-style drag back side of this white elephant construction units installed wheelie bar made of three quarter pipes with a tip of the stern mounted dimmer ex skate board wheels
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The weather cooperated and I went out for a ride. Nowhere to go but forward on two wheels. I went where the road called me. I flew solo. I ended up going around to St. Francis, Mn. which is a cute quaint rural small town. It's off the Rum River, which is high right now, and running pretty fast.

I made a pitstop at a local watering hole:

And Noticed some nice bikes:

I passed the local American Legion and spotted a cool airplane:

Then started my journey towards home and saw a Llama farm. I just love these guys, They are so cute!
And I saw a 1978 Kawasaki KZ650 for sale that I though was kind of cool:
And I lived happily after ever.
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