repairs

Hi - first post here: Researching a car purchase and have just decided on the AWD CX-5 over the RAV4, Forester, Outback, CRV. In my area (Lake Tahoe, CA) and price range (<$16K), I can get an AWD 2014/5/6 CX-5 with < 65K miles. Just wondering what major repairs tend to be required at about...

I replaced the alternator in my 2000 Protege with a brand new alternator, the battery light comes on while driving and the car is stuck in 3rd gear. At an idle the light goes out, I unhooked the alternator and drove the car on just the battery and had all 4 gears again. The only thing I can...

So, ive been working on my p5 over the course of 3 months and i have almost a grand into it now, with new brakes, rotors, windshield, clutch, clutch hose, and a couple of other things. I have a question for those of you who have had an out of province insepction, or perform them. what condition...

First, I have to replace the sway bar bushings. Where can I find a good set of those? I found this http://store.awrracing.com/replacement-rear-sway-bar-bushings-mp3/ thoughts? as well, i found these and am thinking of putting them in as well...

Hey guys, Looking to get a 07 Mazda3, perferably hatch but if not, sedan. Is there any advice on what to look for as far as repairs or faulty things with these cars? The car im looking it has around 65xxx miles. Looking to pay around $160/month.

Over the last week the front of my car has been creaking loudly when the car falls onto the suspension (speed bumps, rapid changes in road grade, etc.). My mechanic is away for two weeks so I want to hear what you think this might be before I take it to a local random mechanic (I don't have...