1. Nissan GT-R

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Nissan introduced a high performance car in 1969 popularly known as Skyline GTR. It was created to maintain Nissan position in the competitive races in Japan. Later on, the model became a legend because of its power and looks. The current Nissan GT-R was introduced in 2007, believed to be the carry forwader of the aura of very famous model Skyline GTR. This powerful machine races to more than 60 mph in less than 3 seconds with Horsepower of 530 PS.This model also showcased many new technologies from Nissan company. The model has large fan following and various clubs spread across the world.

2. Nissan Murano

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The crossover from Nissan, Murano struck the market by storm with its new look, very different from traditional SUVs. Murano is a sharp looking, sporty and impressive car with daring design.

Murano was introduced in 2002 as a first cross over by Nissan. Sales of Murano started in the United States in 2003 and 2004 in Europe. The Murano launched in 2011 facelift surrounded around grille, LED tailligths, wheels, interior upgrades etc. There are four version of this model: S AWD, SV AWD, SL AWD,  LE AWD. Nissan has a convertible version of Murano too.

3. Nissan Sunny

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SUNNY is one of the best selling cars from Nissan till date. Known as Pulsar in Europe, it is a small car launched in 1966. The car has many names, differing based on region of sales and the version. Total combined sales of different verions of Sunny (Pulsar & Sentra) was nearly 16 million.

Nissan SUNNY is still produced mainly for Indian sub continent targetting mid size segment.

4. Nissan Z-Car

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Z-car is a series of cars from Nissan, which started from 1969. It is positioned as the car with high performance and design at lower price. In fact, it is one of the best selling, and long lived sports car model across the manufacturers. In this series, Nissan currently has 370Z, the sixth generation Z-car. The model comes with 332 horspower and powered with DOHC V6. Available as coupe or a roadster, its one of the stylish, two seater sports car model available in the market.

5. Nissan S15

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Based on Nissan S platform, S15 is one of the best drifting cars from Nissan. The car is powered by SR 20DET, 4 cylinder turbocharged engine. Because of its rear wheel drive, it provides amazing drifting experience.  It is one of the most common drift vehicles in the US that not only delivers best performance but also has good looking features.The new S15 is expected to hit the market in some months.

6. Nissan Xterra

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Based on the truck platform, Xterra is a complete off road package. The SUV’s rugged off road capability, coupled with high power and torque delivers best driving experience for off-raod as well as on-road adventures.

It is powered by 4.0 liter 265 horsepower  V6 engine boosting high performance.  Further, the vehicle also offers plenty of utility and space, which is required by off roaders. Xterra is very popular among younger population who are interested in sports utility vehicles with four wheel drive option.

Nissan Xterra comes in three variants: X, S, and off-road-focused PRO-4X models.

7. Nissan Leaf electric vehicle

Launched in December 2010, ‘Leaf’ is a 100 percent electric car by Nissan. It is one of the very few mass produced electrical vehicles in the world. Recently, Kelly Blue Book, one of the largest automotive vehicle valuation companies in the US, has named Leaf as ‘the top green vehicle of 2011.

The amount of publicity ‘Leaf’ has got is majorly due its superior electric specification and the ‘Nissan’ brand name. There are currently around 500 of these cars on road, but the number is expected to grow exponentially in the coming days with the huge build up of booking list of more than 20,000 resversation for the vehicle.

Nissn Leaf is one of the most fuel effecient electrical vehicle available today in the market. It provides approximately 100 miles per gallon equivalent mileage. Only Chevy Volt comes near  with  93 miles per gallon equivalent, while others are way below with less than 50.

8. Nissan Micra

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A supermini from Nissan, Micra’s was launched in 1982. In many countries it is known as Nissan March. Affordability, quality and drivability are the unique selling propositions for this model. Small wheels, short wheelbase, compactness helps to achieve this.  Because of easy city movability, the model is popular among students, old people, etc. Global sales of Micra have crossed more than 6 million.

The current fourth generation Micra is built in India, Mexico, China and Thailand and exported to more than 160 countries. The new Micra DIG-S is equiped with 80 horsepower.

This iconic city car was recently launched in india in both diesel and petrol versions.

9. Nissan Altima

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Altima is one of the affordable sedans from Nissan. This flagship sedan is one of the top selling models for Nissan across the globe. The value offered by this model to its customers in terms of desing, features and performance made it one of the top selling models.Recently, it is crowned as best selling sedan in the United States. The car was first introduced in 1992 and totally redisgned model was launched in 1998. It is considered to be the continuation of Nissan’s Bluebird model that was started in 1960s.

Currently, Altima is available in coupe and sedan body styles and three verions, 2.5, 2.5 S, 3.5 SR.It comes with two engine types, one with 175 horsepower and other with 270 horsepower.  This fourth generation model also comes as a hybird version.

10. Nissan Qashqai

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Launched in 2007, Qashqai is emering as one of the top selling cars for Nissan. The compact crossover SUV, is known as Dualis in some countries. The car was named after an Iranien desert dwelling normadic tribes. The car offers ruggedness, space, and comes with an advanced electronic four wheel drive system.

The 2011 model of Qashqai comes with new exterior and interior designs and new front shape, among other facelifts.

1. 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible

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If you are hunting for some classic Chevrolet cars then 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air Convertible fits among the top Chevrolet cars. This car did take some of the features from the 1953 Bel Air model which got good response, but this convertible soon received the reputation of being the Hot One. The outer styling was crisp and clean and soon 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air convertible became popular compare to Ford and Plymouth cars. The V8 engine used in this car with long stroke design produce 162 horsepower. On the front it had full length grille and had a nice tailfin at the back. This classic car also had chrome headliners, spears on front fenders, window moldings, and full wheel covers from chrome.

2. 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Sport Coupe

The performance of 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air soon became popular all over the United States and therefore Chevrolet decided to roll out hardtop sport coupe two years later which also made history. This car has Super Turbo Fire V8 engine that can produce 283 horsepower due to mechanical fuel injection. It still remains one of the most popular cars in the sport category. No doubt, 1957 Chevrolet Bel Air Hardtop Sport coupe is among the top Chevrolet cars.

3. 1959 Chevrolet El Camino

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When Ford decided to capture the market with Ford Ranchero, Chevrolet decided to offer something better to the consumers and therefore they launched Chevrolet El Camino in 1959 which is a coupe utility. Although, it was released two years after Ford Ranchero it soon became popular because of the style factor and interesting features like Safety Girder X frame design and fuel coil suspension which made the drive easier for the drivers compare to that of Ford. It was also popular with people who wanted hybrid pickup trucks for their work.

4. 1967 Chevrolet Camaro

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The 1967 Chevrolet Camaro still remains one of the top Chevrolet cars and there are many consumers that still drive this car with all their love.  This car was launched to compete Ford Mustang and it did well. Chevrolet decided to roll out Chevrolet Camaro because it was the era of muscle cars. It was available in coupe and convertible. It still remains inspiration for some of the latest Chevrolet models.

5. 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle

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Chevrolet Chevelle is considered among the best classic Chevrolet cars that are designed for those who are looking for mid-size automobile. Chevrolet decided to provide more options to the consumers in terms of body style and therefore 1964 Chevrolet Chevelle was available in coupe, convertibles, sedans and even station wagons. It was very much on the same lines as Chevrolet El Camino the extra options available for the people made it among the popular and top Chevrolet cars.

6. 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray

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There have always been people who love the design and performance of the car and for those Chevrolet decided to come up with 1953 Chevrolet Corvette better known as Sting Ray. This car had independent rear suspension which was introduced for the first time and V8 engine which was optional. The popularity of 1953 Chevrolet Corvette grew like wildfire and it made its place in the top Chevrolet cars of all time.

7. 1978 Chevrolet Bruin

It is always considered that pickup trucks do not have much style factor but Chevrolet decided to prove that wrong and launched Chevrolet Bruin in 1978 which is still considered as heavy duty truck. The Bruin was followed by Brigadier and they both had 9500 series cab which was much more stylish then the other trucks in the same range. This car was also known as frontier beast and the series was given military rank names because they were heavy duty designs made for superior performance at all times in all weather conditions.

8. 1975 Chevrolet Chevette

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Small cars began to do well when people realized that they have spend too much on maintenance of bigger cars. Hence, Chevrolet decided to launch Chevette in 1975 and it soon became the bestselling car in the United States for two years. This car created a lot of buzz in the automobile market and it was popular in South America too. The car had small OHC gasoline inline four engines which could produce 53 to 70 horsepower and it was good for family car.

9. 1958 Chevrolet Delray

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There are some Chevrolet cars that have their own history and Chevrolet Delray is one such car. The 1958 Chevrolet Delray is also among the top Chevrolet cars because it has a unique waffle-like styling to it. The price factor also played an important role here because it was cheaper compare to Bel Air and Impala. The interior of the car was not much but on the outside Chevrolet Delray could look really exclusive which is why people began to buy it. Chevrolet also provided options to buyers that they could order any engine and transmission to fit into their Chevrolet Delray.

10. 1959 Chevrolet Impala

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Nothing can beat the style factor of 1959 Chevrolet Impala. It soon became the ultimate choice of the rich and famous. This car has unique outward tailfins which were very much in fashion at that time and Chevrolet decided to come up with the sport version of the same model. The car was very spacious and that won the heart of many people who wanted bigger that was spacious and extremely stylish.

1. 1937 Mercedes Benz W125

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There are many cars that might have style factor, but W125 was one of the earliest Grand Prix cars which Mercedes decided to launch in 1937. This car was definitely for those who enjoyed speed and performance and the car remained as the most powerful race car for more than 30 years. The car had supercharged 8 cylinders engine which could produce 595 horsepower with top speed of 268 mph which was definitely way ahead of the rest at that time. It still remains one of the most sought after cars in the Mercedes Benz range.

2. 1953 Mercedes Benz W120

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This Mercedes car might not be among the best looking cars under the Mercedes umbrella but it is definitely worth buying because it was one of the first cars that had small design made for consumers who wanted smaller cars with superior performance. The cars were sold under 180 model name and was under C Class era but eventually Mercedes decided to build an E class version of W120 which also became popular in the European market.

3. 1954 Mercedes W196

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Mercedes has been in to making of some of the top sports cars and they have been making many for Formula One. In 1954 they came up with W196 which won 9 out of 12 races and till date that car has been among the best classic Mercedes cars. The W196 has the first desmodromic valves and fuel injection engine that was created by Mercedes engineers. This car gained popularity during the World War 2 era and known for its aerodynamic aluminum body.

4. 1954 Mercedes Benz 300SL

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In 1954, Mercedes came up with their two door sports car known as 300SL and it soon became the most talked about car. It has distinctive gull-wing doors which were very impressive. It soon became the most popular car in production and heavy demand for this car made it into the top classic Mercedes cars.  Many car critics called it as the sports car for the road.

5. 1955 Mercedes Benz 190SL

After the success of 300SL, Mercedes decided to have something similar on the same lines but for those who cannot afford the expensive 300SL. This is why 1955 Mercedes Benz 190SL was made and it was a two door grand touring convertible for the people who wanted to drive more rather than race their cars. The speed was cut down and more emphasis was given on safety and comfort. It did resemble with 300SL in styling, engineering, and detailing but it had a different frame which was smaller and hard than 300SL.

6. 1966 Mercedes Benz W110

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With the change of time, Mercedes decided to focus on what the consumers really wanted and therefore they launched W110 which is an estate car and it soon became the most popular of that time. This was one of the first cars under the Mercedes brand which went through number of crash tests to ensure the safety of drivers and passengers. The safety features of the car made it popular in UK, Belgium and Germany.

7. 1968 Mercedes Benz W114

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This was the time when sedans were becoming popular and Mercedes decide to roll out their new sedans during this period. The W114 was among the first for Mercedes Benz S Class and it created a lot of wave in the market when these cars were launched. There were three different models available for W114 but all had similar four cylinder engines. These cars were also known as New Generation Mercedes cars and therefore it still remains among the top classic Mercedes cars.

8. 1979 460 G-Wagen

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While other car manufacturers were busy making regular cars, Mercedes decided to twist the competition with 1979 460 G-Wagen which gave birth to G-Class cars. This car was originally meant for military use, but then Mercedes decided to roll out the civilian model in 1979. It became popular with those people who love to drive off road and prefer military style cars. Although, none of the G Class models were sold in the US, buyers bought it through grey market. It is still considered to be a tough civilian car that can give out solid performance on and off road.

9. 1979 Mercedes W123

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This was the first Mercedes with turbo diesel production and it soon became popular because consumers were looking for something that can help them buy better cars at low price. This car had a good performance record and to top it all it had automatic transmission. The car was also available in saloon and coupe body styles and therefore consumers had a good option on their hand and they decided to buy this car which had a perfect combination of style and performance.

10. 1979 Mercedes W126

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Mercedes was always making what the consumers were looking for and therefore they kept making better sedans that were economical and fuel efficient. The W126 is just an example of what Mercedes were trying to achieve at that time. It is officially the best S Class car that has aerodynamic body and fuel efficient engine. It is spacious from inside and it is the first car that had airbags, seatbelt pretensioners and traction control. It is also the longest running S Class car and therefore it is rated among the top classic Mercedes cars that you should buy if you love collecting classic cars.

Here is a list of top ten classic cars to widen your knowledge and assist you in choosing the right one –

Ford Model T 1927

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The original model of Ford was primarily produced in the year 1907, but it literally struggled with various up-gradations until 1927, when it was launched as Model T. This was the first ever luxury car and amazingly met the standards of classic vintage cars. It must be mentioned that the car was awarded with the title “Car of the year” in 1999, and till date, it is one of the most sought cars.

Chevrolet Corvette 1953

Chevrolet Corvette was the first ever two seater convertible sports car unveiled in the year 1953 by General Motors. With the perfect combination of affordability and raw power, the company had rolled out 300 cars featuring white exteriors, red interiors and black canvas roof top, out of which 200 models are still known to exist. You will be pleased to know that each model was hand built and came with 6 cylinder engine and automatic two speed gearbox.

Bentley Continental R 1952

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Launched in the year 1952, Bentley Continental R debuted in the Motor Show at London as a luxury car. For those individuals who could afford the vehicle with its expensive price tag, Bentley Continental R was a must possession. Features such as 4.5 liter engine, leaf spring and independent suspension made the drive smooth and luxurious.

Jaguar E type

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Jaguar E type literally made everyone go heads over heels when it was launched in the year 1961. Though it has been several decades since the launch, the vehicle is still regarded as an icon. The long flowing body, smooth upper curves, and sophisticated headlamps, are few features of E type, which are till date hard to beat.

1952 Chrysler D Elegance

Featuring exotic looks and amazing performance, this car is simply beyond the term “excellent”. Engineering division of the company was behind the exotic styling of the vehicle; whereas a custom builder from Turin had hand crafted the metal body with the help of plastic models and drawings.

Chrysler ThunderBolt 1941

Chrysler Thunder Bolt is unquestionably one of the most unique cars, as only 6 models of the car were manufactured in the year 1941. All the models featured distinct color schemes and trims. The most exclusive feature of the car which separates it from the crowd is its push button feature. Simply pressing a button opened up the windows, doors and the deck lid without any deliberate effort. You will be pleased that 4 models out of the 6 are still known to exist.

Corvette Sting Ray 1969

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This car is actually the true definition of a classic stylish car. Though we are several decades ahead of time, the vehicle still rules over hearts of many. Various features such as big block engine, disc brakes, split suspension, innovative style split rear window and exhaust pipe at the side contribute massively in making the car as one of the best classic cars of the era.

1954 Pontiac Bonnevilla special

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Unveiled at the General Motors Monorama in the year 1954, the two seater sports car simply gathered a lot of votes at its launching. The famous designer – Harley J Earl had designed the car, whereas Paul Gilland and Hommer LaGassey had hand built the vehicle. Sunken headlights covered with glass, twin louver rows on the fenders, and two dashing silver streaks on the hood, were the most significant features of the vehicle.

Porsche 911 1964

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Needless to be mentioned but Porsche was and is considered to be one of the best auto brands. This model is a bigger and better form of Porsche 365. The company claimed this model as a 4 seater car, but it could comfortably accommodate only two adults, and was used in this manner only. It must be mentioned that till date, this car is one of the most sought cars among the classic car lovers.

Camaro SS 1969

Camaro SS was launched by the Chevrolet Company in the year 1969. The vehicle was given a sporty appearance along with aggressive looks. A new metal sheet body, completely redesigned grill, deep set headlights and various significant design changes made the car quite popular and flooded the company with orders.

Chevrolet Corvette

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It was Harley Earl, who unveiled the idea of building a class apart sports car which would change the world of sports car forever. After several months of frenzied work, the sports car was ready by January 1953 which nobody had ever seen before. Close to the ground, lean, curvy, rocket ship tail lights, sexy, and just enough space in the cock pit for two adults. The sports car was named as “Chevrolet Corvette”. Let us now take a look at the detailed specifications of the car.

Chevrolet Corvette Body

During the first production year, a volume of 300 cars were produced. All the cars were essentially built from hand and as technologies evolved during the production cycle, each of this lot was slightly different from each other. The original and attractive body of the Chevrolet corvette was built out of innovative fiberglass, as the material can be easily made into complex shapes than the traditional tough steel material. However, all the 1953 models featured Polo white color exteriors, stunning red color interiors and soft tops made out of black canvas. The other significant features of the car was rocket rear fenders featuring tiny fins, sunken type of headlights covered by guards made of mesh stone, and the dazzling grille teeth running vertically. In addition, a shadow box housing was provisioned for holding the license plate. No exterior door handles were provisioned on the exterior body for a smooth finish, anybody could easily reach inside the car to release the door.

Chevrolet Corvette Convertible roof top

The most significant feature of the vehicle was its convertible top, which was not power operated, but it would fold neatly and cleanly beneath the flush fitting cover and enabled one person to manage the task efficiently.

Chevrolet Corvette Wheels

Besides the exceptional looks and excellent handling, Chevrolet corvette was given 102 inches wheel base with the overall length being 167 inches, width being 70.5 inches. The dimensions of the tires assembled were 6.70 X 15.  On the other hand, the total curb weight of the vehicle was 2,850 pounds.

Chevrolet Corvette Engine and Performance

In terms of performance, Chevrolet corvette was quite efficient. The vehicle was installed with a six cylinder 3.80 liter engine which achieved 150 horsepower @ 4200 rpm and a torque of pound-feet @ 2400 rpm along with powerglide – six speed manual transmission. You will be pleased to know that well tuned vehicle could easily accelerate from 0 to 60 miles per hour within 11 seconds and reached 105 miles per hour or 170 kms per hou in roughly 41 seconds.

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Chevrolet Corvette Price

The base price of Chevrolet corvette when the car was put on sale in the month of September 1953 was kept at $3498 though it was primarily decided by Harley J earl to market the sports car around $2000.

It must be mentioned that as only 300 cars were manufactured, not a single piece could reach the dealer and consumer directly. The cars went to various engineers for testing process. However, you will be pleased to know that around 200 Chevrolet corvette are still known to exist.

Ford F-150

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A variant of the ford truck series, it was brought into the market in late 1970’s. It has won the accolade of being the highest sold vehicle in the entire country for consecutive 24 years. An excellent security certificate has also been provided by National highway traffic safety administration. Salient feature of this vehicle is that it is versatile enough to be used for multiple purposes. As years advanced, Ford Company introduced many variations in the original model of American cars.

Some of them were

1. Ford F-150 STX
2. Ford F-150 regular truck
3. Ford F-150 FX2 Supercrew

Chrysler 300

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Introduced in the market in 2003, the car is known for extremely driver supportive functions. It is Available in both diesel and petrol modes. Advanced models of the original design have been promoted by the company. They are

• SRT-8 – This is the most popular form of Chrysler 300. Some modifications such as the engine speed, air cleaning system, wheel and seat designs were done on the original model.
• Touring – The enhanced version of the basic version. A four speed gear transmission system has been used. Capability for the addition of an audio system was also implemented. Leather seating arrangement and remote controlled entry are the other features.

Chevy Impala

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Possessing quite a stylish name, the car first ran on the American roads in 1950’s. It was one of the Chevrolet’s best selling model’s in those times. The famous Caprice range was actually introduced under the Impala. Later on, after gaining much popularity caprice was declared as a separate series. Some of the designs incorporated by the company are

• Impala hardtop coupe- Sporting a narrower roofline, it was the basic extension of the original model.
• Impala convertible coupe- Everything from the speed transmission to the interiors of the car was renewed.
• Impala sedan- The latest version. The basic model was reintroduced in the late 90’s as a moderately priced yet highly specialized sedan.

Nissan Altima

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Classed as a high profile car with luxurious interiors, the car is synonymous with comfort. Features such as the remote controlled entry, climate control and flexible gear transmission were incorporated in the basic model.  It was brought into the American market back in 1993. Popular models of the car are

• Nissan Altima SE- It is a compact car; designed with the sole intention of driver comfort in mind. Nice slick wheels, greater engine power and one piece headlamps are present as an extension to the original model.

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• Nissan Altima coupe- Available in variable cylinder size, Coupe is a stylish model. It employs a 6 speed manual transmission.

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Toyota Camry

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Toyota has been renowned for producing really efficient car models. Present in the form of an elegant Sedan, it is a truly high class car. The lift door styles and stylish interiors have made it a popular choice amongst the American masses. Other features include a highly effective 6 speed transmission system and airbag safety.

Ford Escape

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The car can be termed as a spacious SUV. It incorporates every feature of a stylish car. A special security feature called Immobilizer is implemented. No wonder, Escape has the lowest rate of thefts in its class. Apart from its advanced security, a powerful engine and highly efficient speed transmission system are also present.

Honda Civic

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A car which has a burgeoning reputation worldwide, it is a highly rated model which is placed at a modest price. It also boasts of a competitive engine, excellent transmission system and additional features such as the satellite navigation and plastic trims.

Hyundai Sonata

The car is currently one of the highest sold American cars. It employs a general 5 speed transmission system. Comfortable and posh interiors coupled with a secure driving system make the car a highly sought after one.

Chevrolet Silverado

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Though the sales have decreased in past few months, it still remains a widely sought out model. Classed as a truck which can survive on any terrain, it does live up to its reputation. Also security features such as the airbags, pressure monitoring system and anti-lock brakes.

Ford Fusion

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It is a luxury sedan car, which has a reputation of being astonishingly comfortable. Standard features in every model include the anti-breaking system and tire pressure monitoring system. A general 5-speed transmission technology is used. The model has seen a recent spike in its sales.

The above classification of the top American cars is based upon various different factors. Also the categorization is based on recent data.

Ford Classic Cars

Let us now take a look at the top five Ford classic cars.

The Ford GT

Inspired by the ford GT40 model this car gives you the ultimate racing experience. It is amazing that this car is not only for race tracks but also is highway friendly and glides with panache on both roads. With 18 inch front wheels and 19 inch rear wheels these make the best of technology without having to compromise on the style quotient. The doors cutting open from the roof of the cars is an additional feature giving the car an exotic look.

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Ford Mustang

Originally it came with a V-6 120 hp engine. The beauty of the car lies in the fact that it is usually made considering specifications from the owner. Mustang is undoubtedly the best looking beast for anyone wanting to drive muscle cars. I agree it is not one of the smoothest on roads but it behaves well making it easy for the driver to keep control. Not only is this car fashionable but it is one of those rare combinations of looks and brawn. So get out of your house in this powerful machine and dare your foe to not catch attention. You are sure to win the wager.

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Ford Shelby GT500

This is nothing but a high performance variant of the Mustang but if you wish to take it lightly because you already know about its parent then you couldn’t be more mistaken. Ford launched this version in the 2007 and created waves by immediately being ranked as one of the Ford classic cars.  The GT500 uses a 5.4 L (330 CID) modular 500 hp (370 kW) supercharged V8.  Some important features worth mentioning  the Tremec Tr – 6060 6-speed manual transmission, suspension tuning, a body kit, and 18 inch wheels.

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Ford Fiesta Sedan

If you are a simple person going for simple sensuous designs at affordable prices then Ford fiesta sedan is the perfect option for you. The metallic sheen gliding smoothly on all kinds of roads may not give the driver the pace of other high power Ford classic cars but this is your answer to an exotic getaway in an exotic vehicle. It has a bold kinetic design speaking of dignity and aura for itself. Carefully designed surfaces, divergent colours and comfortable, accommodating materials make the interior as strikingly different from others as the driver. Its modern features enable fuel efficiency delivering exceptional power, fuel economy and reduced carbon dioxide emissions.

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Ford Figo

The first time I saw the Ford figo, it was like a baby wonder created by ford. You step into the car and you get the feel of sitting in a sedan. The interiors are comfortable and sexy as expected from ford.

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The engine is perky and doesn’t lack power and also present adequate torque on the wheels when you are driving at slow speeds. A compact gear box with good gear ratios is an advantage. It is a good riding experience. Even at 100 km/hr it is pretty much smooth on the roads and gives you no reason to complain.

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If you are in the market for a used car, then a little preparation and care will give you the best chance of securing an excellent deal that you will be happy with. Failing to do either could land you with problems.

Firstly, you should carry out some research on your short list of possible cars. You need to consider the running costs in terms of economy and servicing costs, along with the insurance premium which can vary hugely depending on car make and model.

Will you be buying from a dealer or will it be a private purchase? The former is much safer. However many jokes there might be about used car salesmen, most of them are highly respectable businessmen and the last thing they would wish to do is to damage their reputation. It is much better for them if their customers get a deal that they are happy with as this will mean that their custom is likely to be retained in the future. It is always better to retain customers than to always have to be going after new ones.

Although you might have to pay a little more for your car through a dealer than if you bought privately, with a dealer it is generally possible to get some sort of warranty that will give you confidence that the car won’t fall apart as soon as you drive it off the forecourt.

If you do buy privately then you need to be very careful that the person selling the car has the right to do so. If you bought a car that was still subject to a finance arrangement such as hire purchase, then the hire purchase company could simply reclaim the car and you would lose all your money.

You should also check the registration document to make sure that the seller is the registered keeper. If he is not then you need to find out why as the car might be stolen. Always view the car at the seller’s home rather than as sometimes happens meeting half way such as at a motorway service station.

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If you are one of the many people in this country who is not exactly flush with cash at the moment then buying a used cars is a way that you could really save some money. There are a lot of people out there who buy new cars every three or so years, only to take a major hit on the value of the car that they have to sell.

You can easily break this detrimental pattern by purchasing a used car. One of the big advantages of doing this is that you will be the person taking advantage of the drop in the value of the car over the first three years of its life time. At times you can save between a third and half of the original value of the car that you buy, and you will normally find that the car is in perfect running order.

Of course, when looking at Motors that have been under ownership by someone else in the past you have to be aware of the possibility of finding a car that is not in the condition that it should be in. there are things you can do to avoid this of course. Try to find an example that doesn’t have too many miles on the clock, and you can look for a car with full main dealer service history. This should whittle out the poorer cars and you should end up getting yourself quite a bargain!

Firstly consider when you are washing your vehicle. Most people like doing it mid afternoon on a sunny day. However drying water can leave visible smudges in these circumstances so it is preferable to wait until the evening.

You should start by rinsing the car, preferably with a powerful hose. It is important to spray off all the grit which is stuck to the bodywork before you get your sponge out and start wiping. If you start wiping immediately it will simply drag dirt around on the surface, risking cosmetic damage. While you are waiting for the remaining water to loosen any extra dirt you can clean the interior. Use a damp cloth to wipe down the dashboard and console before vacuuming the footwells, mats and any surfaces made of fabric. You can polish wood or veneer surfaces but do not polish the pedals as you need the grip to operate them. Polishing the dash is also dangerous as it can create glare by reflecting sunlight.

Next take a sponge to the exterior, gently wiping in circles to remove any remaining dirt. Work methodically covering one panel at a time. Begin the pre-wash with a soft sponge or cloth by wiping in a brand of car shampoo which does not bubble or foam. Avoid shampoos with added polish as this effectively locks in dirt on the surface at this point. This should be immediately followed by the main wash with a harder sponge or cleaning pad before rinsing off with clean water.

When cleaning glass while the water is drying do not use a cleaner meant for house windows. Opt for an automotive glass cleaner and apply using a hessian cloth. The following polish should be done in two coats and you should use two cloths – one to apply and another one to buff. Steer clear of electric buffers as these can be too harsh. Above all you must be patient and your new land rover will be as spotless as it was in the showroom.