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		<title>Toyota Camry &#8211; How To Find The Right One For You</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2009 12:26:17 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Zain</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[It's common knowledge that the Toyota Camry is a great car to own. It gets superb gas mileage, runs forever, and is a great roomy sedan that actually looks nice. But how do you score a good deal on one, no matter what year it is without getting taken to the cleaners. Here are some steps that you can take to find the best deals on a Toyota Camry and get what you pay for as well.]]></description>
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<p>It&#8217;s common knowledge that the Toyota Camry is a great car to own. It gets superb gas mileage, runs forever, and is a great roomy sedan that actually looks nice. But how do you score a good deal on one, no matter what year it is without getting taken to the cleaners. Here are some steps that you can take to find the best deals on a Toyota Camry and get what you pay for as well.</p>
<p>Before you start your search for a Toyota Camry, you need to do some research online for what the different models will go for. Kelly Blue Book has a great, user-friendly site that will easily tell you the approximate value of a Toyota Camry for any given year. So, you will have a good idea of what you want to spend and what that particular year is worth before you ever start looking. Knowing what they are worth will help you spot the deals.</p>
<p>There are so many different sites on the web today that you can use to find a great Toyota Camry for a good price. The trick is to be smart about it when you are looking through them. You also want to know what it is that you&#8217;re looking for &#8211; i. E. What year Toyota Camry you want, what you want to spend, and so on.</p>
<p>Now that you know about the different years, their problems, their perks, and their prices &#8211; you can begin your search. The best place to start is actually on Craigslist for your area. There are thousands of great cars listed on Craigslist, and there will be some great deals on Toyota Camrys in your area as well. The good thing is that there will be more individuals here than dealers, like you will find in other methods of car ads.</p>
<p>If you don&#8217;t find anything on Craigslist that suits your fancy, you can still check your local classifieds for listings on Toyota Camrys in your area for sale. One of the problems with local classifieds is that there will be more dealer ads than individuals here. But this doesn&#8217;t mean that you can&#8217;t find some good deals.</p>
<p>When you do find a good deal on one, you want to get the VIN number off of the Toyota Camry and get a CarFax report. This report will show you everything about the car, from any problems to wrecks to other blemishes on the car&#8217;s record. The good thing is that if you do find a Toyota Camry through a dealer, most will happily provide you with a copy of the CarFax report.</p>
<p>If you do find that the Toyota Camry that you want to purchase has had problems in the past, has a rebuilt title, or has been seriously wrecked or worse &#8211; then you can easily back out of the deal before you lose your time, money, or worse. A CarFax report is one of the wisest investments that you can make when purchasing a used car so that you know exactly what you are getting into before you pay your hard earned cash.</p>
<p>You see, if you simply take the time to research and get some information about the Toyota Camry and the specific year that you are wanting to purchase, you will end up with the car that you wanted for the price you wanted to pay. And, you won&#8217;t be stuck with a lemon that will be a pain instead of a blessing in your automotive life.</p>
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<div class='links'>Andy Zain is the admin of <a href="http://www.6thcamry.com">Toyota Camry Forum</a>, a popular Toyota Camry discussion forum where fans and owners can get the right information for tuning, customization and general discussions on anything about Toyota Camry.</div>
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		<title>Is The Jeep Cherokee Considered Sport Or Utility?</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 15 Aug 2009 10:16:59 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Zain</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[History in the making is what the Jeep Cherokee accomplished throughout its reign. The classic sports utility vehicle was a compact vehicle making it one of the most popular on the market. A firm ride with a sporty side made this rugged vehicle appeal to a diverse group making it a legend in the making. The Cherokee was respected both on and off road due to its blacktop performance and unbeatable off road performance.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Andy Zain</div>
<p>History in the making is what the Jeep Cherokee accomplished throughout its reign. The classic sports utility vehicle was a compact vehicle making it one of the most popular on the market. A firm ride with a sporty side made this rugged vehicle appeal to a diverse group making it a legend in the making. The Cherokee was respected both on and off road due to its blacktop performance and unbeatable off road performance. </p>
<p>Twenty years in production resulted in a minimal amount of changes being made to the overall design of the Cherokee. The first generation of Jeep Cherokees began in 1984. The Cherokee was a modern version of the Wagoneer, offering all the characteristics of the Wagoneer but in a lighter, cheaper and off course sportier version. </p>
<p>Inspired by the classic body styling, the Cherokee motivated other car manufactures to delve into the world of the sports utility vehicle. Unbelievably, the Jeep Cherokee set the stage for the modern SUV and prevailed as the best sports utility vehicle shape out there. The success of the Cherokee surpassed the dreams of the dealers by starting to replace regular cars.</p>
<p>A uniquely versatile vehicle the Jeep Cherokee was a leader in off road four wheel expeditions and an on road utility sensation. The affordable price and durability of this sturdy vehicle quickly became the center of attention for many purchasers.</p>
<p>The lighter body style of the Cherokee was due to the unibody construction instead of the body on frame construction generally used in the manufacturing of sports utility vehicles. The first to offer ladder boxed chassis and ABS in both two and four wheel drive, the Cherokee marked its way. Additional improvements included noise, vibration and harshness level reduction and low emissions standards. </p>
<p>Beijing China and Toledo Ohio housed the manufacturing operations of the Jeep Cherokee. New horizons were reached with each new improvement made to the Jeep Cherokee. Increasing the quality, producing a smoother more comfortable ride bought the Cherokee closer and closer to being the most desirable vehicle. A new aerodynamic style finally made the Cherokee a leader in the industry.</p>
<p>Nearly twenty years and two generations has bought consumers an inexpensive, reliable on and off road vehicle. Widely accepted by consumers, the high quality of the Cherokee still can be found on the roads today. Production of the Jeep Cherokee ceased when the new Jeep Liberty was introduced. Amazingly, due to the high quality and rugged durability of the Jeep Cherokee, this vehicle will live on for years.</p>
<p>Versatile and adaptable defined the Jeep Cherokee. A perfect family vehicle it was easily maneuverable in foul weather, powerful enough to tow most anything and roomy and comfortable enough for the family. Unmeasured in its outdoor ruggedness, the Jeep Cherokee pleased the off road enthusiast looking to explore the unchartered territories of the great outdoors. A smart vehicle, the Cherokee remains a legend.</p>
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<div class='links'>Andy Zain is the admin of <a href="http://www.jeepforums.org/jeep-cherokee-forum-f41.htm">Jeep Cherokee Forum</a> , a place where fans and owners can get the right information for tuning, customization and general discussions on anything about Jeep Cherokee. Get the information you need when you visit <a href="http://www.jeepforums.org">Jeep Forum</a></div>
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		<title>Is The Jeep Wrangler Fun Or Smart?</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 14 Aug 2009 12:12:19 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andy Zain</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[A Jeep Wrangler is a compact 4x4 sports utility vehicle that debuted in 1987. The Jeep Wrangler succeeds the jeep of World War II and has become a true American icon. Jeeps are best known for being rugged off road military vehicles. The civilian jeep better known as the CJ was inspired by the military jeeps and became the predecessor of the Jeep Wrangler.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Andy Zain</div>
<p>A Jeep Wrangler is a compact 4&#215;4 sports utility vehicle that debuted in 1987. The Jeep Wrangler succeeds the jeep of World War II and has become a true American icon. Jeeps are best known for being rugged off road military vehicles. The civilian jeep better known as the CJ was inspired by the military jeeps and became the predecessor of the Jeep Wrangler. </p>
<p>The Jeep Wrangler was a vast improvement over the CJ. The new Jeep Wrangler design offered far more passenger comfort, a larger wheel base, less ground clearance and the signature square headlights. These new enhancements made for a vehicle that was versatile both off and on road, appealing to a diverse group of consumers.</p>
<p>Modeled after the CJ, the Wrangler preserved the live axels positioned in the front and rear of the vehicle. The Wrangler a vehicle with optimum power and a tough exterior appealed to a more diverse group of consumers. The Wrangler, an enjoyable vehicle had revised mechanics causing a reduction in off road performance. These alterations caused the outdoor off road advocates to dislike the Wranglers. The newly created Wrangler quickly became identified as the &#8220;Yuppie Jeep&#8221;. Once acknowledged for its versatility and adaptability, the outdoor and off road enthusiast began to accept the Wrangler.</p>
<p>If a reasonable priced fun vehicle is what you are looking for then the Jeep Wrangler is the way to go. This sports utility vehicle offers drivers 4&#215;4 capabilities in a rugged durable vehicle. The Wrangler is noted for being top at holding its value and having one of the highest resale values. Not only is the Wrangler a fun exciting vehicle to own but a smart purchase. </p>
<p>The Wrangler was planned and designed by AMC and made available to the public in 1987. Chrysler bought out AMC not long after the Wrangler was introduced and created the new Jeep division. Production of the Wrangler originally started in Ontario Canada but in 1992 the plant closed moving all production to Toledo Ohio. Jeeps are still to this day being produced in Ohio.</p>
<p>Chrysler decided to improve the design of the Wrangler even more in 1997. New features such as anti-sway bars, a wider wheel base, higher ground clearance and lower center of gravity are a few of the notable changes that were made. The 1997 Wrangler design replicated more of the original civilian jeep than the original Wrangler design. The 1997 model reverted back to the original round headlights but became a more consumer friendly vehicle. The design afforded passengers a more comfortable ride and added easier handling capabilities for drivers.</p>
<p>The next redesign of the Wrangler took place in 2007, adding even more consumer friendly revisions and making it more off-road compatible. The Wrangler was now offered in two and four door styles. The classic two door styling held true to its shorter style therefore appealing to the off road enthusiast. The all new four door style with the larger body type appealed to the other consumers.</p>
<p>Jeep Wranglers can represent the classic rugged, durable and fun sports utility vehicle or the more modern durable inexpensive highly adaptable sports utility vehicle. Whether it is the classic or the more modern style, the Jeep Wrangler is both smart and fun.</p>
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		<title>Unveiling Of The Jeep Commander</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 13 Aug 2009 10:39:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Jeep unveiled its first seven passenger vehicle in 2005 at the New York Motor Exhibition. This seven passenger vehicle was named Jeep Commander. The first model, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is almost the same size as the Commander. The advancement in the Commander is its passenger space. It has more space and capacity than the Grand Cherokee. The Commander has a different look and style also. An observer can easily identify the deviation from the standard Jeep designs. It looks like a bold attempt at creativity and rebranding.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<div style='font-style:italic' class='byline'>by Andy Zain</div>
<p>Jeep unveiled its first seven passenger vehicle in 2005 at the New York Motor Exhibition. This seven passenger vehicle was named Jeep Commander. The first model, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is almost the same size as the Commander. The advancement in the Commander is its passenger space. It has more space and capacity than the Grand Cherokee. The Commander has a different look and style also. An observer can easily identify the deviation from the standard Jeep designs. It looks like a bold attempt at creativity and rebranding.</p>
<p>Jeep is aware of the competition in the SUV industry. Producing a rival SUV is not an option any more. The Jeep Commander is a response to critics and competitors. People are faced with a large selection of SUVs on the market. A customer has to decide the kind of vehicle he or she wants. The decision is based on price, performance, fuel economy, style, room capacity, durability, speed, and versatility. Jeep attempted to integrate a fair amount of each quality in its Commander model.</p>
<p>Jeep has high expectations for its Commander model. Its creative design is more likely to attract sales bigger than its past models. Jeep&#8217;s past models are the Studebaker Commander and Scammell Commander. These two models have less advanced features than the Jeep Commander. The name Commander has been maintained.</p>
<p>The main feature of the Jeep Commander is its moon roof. The Commander roof is tilted to the front. This feature allows the back seat passengers to have more leg space. The boxy appearance of the Commander is well proportioned. An equal balance between aesthetics and functionality. The Commander sports a modern look which doesn&#8217;t compromise its passenger capacity.</p>
<p>The old Jeep Wagoner has an external appearance which is slightly similar to the Jeep Commander. It&#8217;s amazing how the engineers blended the characteristics of the Jeep Wagoner with those of the Grand Cherokee. The Grand Cherokee inspired the development of the Jeep Commander. Features borrowed from the Grand Cherokee are not easily identifiable because of the stark difference in external appearance. They are more internal than external. This includes performance and power.</p>
<p>One of the main features of the Jeep Commander is the types of engines that can be used. The engine choice is versatile. Three types of engines can be used for the Commander. A customer just picks up an engine of his liking. This is a good idea from Jeep. It goes a long way in beating competition. The first type of engine is the V6. The second type of engine is the V8 5. 7 liters. The third type of engine is the V8 3. 7 liters. With this multiple choice in engines, it is impossible to criticize the Commander performance. You cannot buy a low power engine and expect high power performance. It&#8217;s your own fault.</p>
<p>Families will love the Jeep Commander for two things. Its space and style. This is an ideal vehicle if you are travelling with kids and pets. It&#8217;s also good if you are carrying luggage. The Commander is a SUV that appeals to consumers. It is neither large nor too small. Just the right size. Most SUVs are too large for liking. If a SUV is too small, this will reduce space. The Commander comes with the right balance. Consumers will also like the comfort offered by the Commander. The second and third row seats of the Commander are well positioned for any human sitting height. The view from the windows is also impressive, if you are going for a tour.</p>
<p>Critics of the Jeep Commander are often unaware of its advantages. The Commander comes with a fair price lower than the latest SUVs. Most families are under a tight budget regime in this recession. The Commander presents an opportunity for saving costs. The debut of the Commander may have come late, but it was worth it. Jeep has been patient and able to pull off an economy vehicle from its production line. Few would have succeeded in making such a versatile SUV.</p>
<p>Spectators are waiting for the release of the next Commander. Jeep will be anxious to add new features to keep ahead of its competitors. The Jeep Commander 2007 model sports cool features in the form of platinum accents. This model is the Jeep Commander Overland. The Commander Overland looks like the Grand Cherokee. Platinum additions are visible on the side moulds; side roof railings, grilles and rear assist handling. Jeep also plans to introduce power lift gates for its Commander model. The Jeep Commander is one of the top vehicles searched by consumers on the internet.</p>
<p>The Jeep Commander made disappointing sales in the year 2007. What was the reason? Was it lagging behind in advanced features? Maybe the consumers were looking for something better than the Commander? Overall sales of the Jeep range increased by 8%. Sales reports for February 2007 show an increase in sales for the Jeep Wrangler and the Jeep Compass. These were the biggest earners of the company. The Jeep Wrangler had a massive 63% increase in sales, followed behind by the Jeep Compass which sold more than 4000 units. The bad performers were the Commander, the Jeep Liberty and the Grand Cherokee. Sales for the Liberty went down a whopping 41%. The Commander sales went down by 24% and the Grand Cherokee by 22%.</p>
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