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2009-04-30T14:39:00.001-07:00

One Stop Motors Happy Car Shopping

2009-04-27T12:16:00.000-07:00

OneStopMotors.com is the Internets' premiere online "One Stop" site to buy or sell used cars and motorized vehicles. One Stop Motors used vehicles for sale by owner classifieds listings include pre-owned used cars, power sports, recreational vehicles (RVs), aircraft, motorcycles, boats, yachts, heavy construction machinery equipment, sport utility vehicles (SUVs) and used trucks for sale. Cars advertised on OneStopMotors.com receive a FREE AutoCheck report.

Buy or sell used cars in One Stop Motors autos for sale classified network and compare used car prices for sale by owner. One Stop Motors premiere classified network include vehicle research tools, auto recall information, car buying tips, in-depth auto reviews, cars safety ratings, detailed vehicle photos and videos. Search through the largest inventory online of used cars for sale and vehicle listings. Find, search and buy used cars and vehicles for sale at affordable prices and search by vehicle make, model, class, style, year and location.

Since 2002 OneStopMotors.com website has served as a leading industry resource for consumers buying, selling and financing all motorized vehicles. OneStopMotors.com is committed to providing you the "One Stop" advantage for used cars online, and was designed to help you find the vehicle you are looking to buy and purchase online fast and easy. One Stop Motors strength lies in its commitment to provide discount car insurance, cheap vehicle transport shipping, extended used car warranties providing bumper to bumper auto coverage and affordable loan financing. Request a FREE Quote and happy car shopping!

FREE Vehicle Evaluation and Auto Check

2008-11-19T13:54:00.000-08:00

One Stop Motors | 2950 South Rancho | Suite 200 | Las Vegas, NV 89102

We employ Pricing Specialists whose sole job it is to determine the right
pricing model for a given vehicle, based on a wide range of criteria.

Should you care to contact one of these professionals, please call us today at 1-866-896-1410. To further encourage you, we would like to offer you a FREE Vehicle Evaluation and Auto Check, a $25 value, yours simply for asking.

Again, we strive to make certain that you are a happy customer and that you recognize the value of working with One Stop Motors, your one stop for buying, selling and financing motorized vehicles, and look forward to hearing from you soon.

Thank you,

Pricing Specialist

By the OneStopMotors family

2008-10-15T11:04:00.000-07:00

One Stop Motors employees will go above and beyond the client's expectation. Recently with the widespread growth of unregulated blogging and bulletin boards online, we have discovered many false and unsubstantiated posts in regards to OneStopMotors.com. Unlike printed media (newspapers, magazines) One stop Motors or any other reputable company cannot accuse an online publication of false accusations and request a retraction of false claims with the threat of legal recourse. After discovering a large portion of complaints on blogs, forums and Rip Off Report, we urged them to investigate. Rip off Report did do an investigation and found that an overwhelming majority of all claims on their site were not even made by any past or current customers of OSM. Rip Off Report now gave us their stamp of approval as a reputable business. Furthermore when trying to track down names and vehicles of the online posts, very few matched our client database. We can only assume that these are being made by competitors or disgruntled employees. Please take into account that we have listed over 30,000 vehicles in 6 years. Out of these 30,000 there are a handful of complaints; a much less percentage than most retail stores who are selling pre packaged in the box products. Not products that are used with wear and tear and require multiple levels of service for a transaction to happen. If you truly are a customer of One Stop Motors, we invite you to contact our customer service team toll free at 877-566-6686 from 8am to 5pm Monday – Friday p.s.t.. Every effort will be made by our customer service team to answer any concern and reach an amicable resolution.

How One Stop motors works:

One Stop Motors is a full service advertising agency licensed with the City of Las Vegas. We work with those who wish to have the maximum exposure possible when selling their vehicles. When enlisting in our program, sellers receive not only custom marketing tools, but a full-time in-house customer service team that works directly with potential buyers on our clients behalf. OSM contracts with third party affiliates in order for us to offer added value services such as financing, shipping and extended warranties. Clients contract with OSM to advertise their vehicle and pay a one time fee to procure our service. In return OSM builds a personalized advertising package for our client’s vehicle with placement on over 20 highly trafficked independent websites and a national automotive magazine. OSM cannot guarantee that a vehicle will sell within a specific time frame or for a specific dollar amount. OSM does guarantee to advertise our client’s vehicles until sold. Clients of OSM can verify that we are keeping our commitment to advertise until sold by logging into their private OSM account area and independently review their full advertising package.

OneStopMotors.com Fraud Awareness Information Brought To You By One Stop Motors

2008-04-22T13:39:00.000-07:00

One Stop Motors cares for the safety of personal information of our online consumers, and would like to present this article below to help bring about Fraud Awareness.

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For some time now there have been bogus emails concerning buying a vehicle with payment by "cashiers check". Please read the following tips on how to prevent being scammed.

* Common-Sense Advice for Sellers
* Counterfeit Cashier's Check
* Common-Sense Advice for Buyers
* How to Protect Yourself
* Examples

Common-Sense Advice for Sellers

Selling a car you find online is a lot like selling a car through a classified ad in the newspaper. In either case, use your best judgment.

Confirm contact information
Be particularly wary of buyers located overseas. Always verify the buyer's street address and phone number.

Secure payment first
Do not transfer the title until you have payment in hand at the agreed upon price.

Verify that a certified check is genuine
Before you deposit a certified check, verify authenticity with the issuing bank-not just your bank. Make sure the account contains sufficient funds and the issuing bank guarantees payment on the check. It may take a week or more for the check to clear. It hasn't cleared just because your bank has accepted it and credited your account.

Counterfeit Cashier's Check

You are selling an item over the Internet - it could be a used car, motor home, or even an airplane.

Beware of the following...

You receive an email offer to purchase your item and the buyer says he'll send a bank cashier's check. The buyer is from Nigeria or "West Africa", but has a business associate in the United States who will send you the cashier's check. Then you are told that for some reason the check was already made out to you for an amount larger than your asking price. The buyer asks you to please deposit the check, wait for it to clear, and then send him the difference -- "but only after the cashier's check clears, of course."

You are skeptical - but, sure enough, the bank cashier's check arrives by Fed Ex, it looks real, your bank accepts the check, and the bank assures you the funds are in fact available. So you wait the time the bank recommends to verify that the check is clear and then you wire the difference to your buyer in Nigeria and prepare to ship your item.

A week later your bank calls: "We're very sorry, but the cashier's check was counterfeit" -- a superb copy, but worthless. Your account is frozen. You must pay the bank back the entire amount of the cashier's check. You may even be considered a fraud suspect yourself.

Your "buyer" disappears. About the only good news: sellers rarely get to the point of shipping their items abroad.

Common-Sense Advice for Buyers

Buying a car you find online is a lot like buying a car through a classified ad in the newspaper. In either case, use your best judgment.

Know the car's market value
Be suspicious of a vehicle priced significantly below market value. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Obtain a vehicle history report
A vehicle history report (Autocheck) can provide useful information, such as who holds the title to the car and whether the car has been in an accident reported to authorities. You'll also find out whether the car was ever reported stolen, salvaged or damaged.

Inspect the car
Schedule an inspection with a professional mechanic or an inspection service if the car is not in your area. An early inspection can help you identify problems. However, keep in mind that an inspection isn't a warranty and won't guarantee a car is free from defects or that inspectors have identified all existing problems.

Confirm contact information
Before you send payment, verify the seller's street address and phone number-an email address is not enough. ZIP codes, area codes and addresses should match up. Be wary if the seller is located overseas.

Get a detailed receipt
Ask the seller for a receipt that states whether the vehicle is being sold with a warranty or "as is."

Get title to the vehicle
Make sure you know what's required in your state to transfer title to the vehicle you're buying.

How to Protect Yourself

If you are selling online, be extremely skeptical of any offers

* from overseas to a party you do not know
* paid by cashier's check
* from buyers sending more than the purchase price of the item
* from buyers who seem more worried about payment than the shipment of the item to them
* from buyers who show little or no concern to the condition of the item they are purchasing

Also, a bank may make money "available" to you almost at once if you deposit a purported bank cashier's check, but that's NOT a guarantee the check is authentic. It could be returned as counterfeit up to three years later, and the bank will hold you responsible for the money.

Ways to verify a check include:

* Inspect the check carefully to ensure it contains all the legal elements of a check.
* Amount of the check, in figures and words, should match. Often this amount is machine "impressed" on official bank checks.
* Account number should be encoded in MICR ink (should not be shiny in appearance).
* Ensure the drawer's signature appears on the check; watch for tracing lines, "shaky" writing. Often facsimile signatures are used on official bank checks, with a second, original signature required for amounts exceeding a designated dollar amount.
* Perforations - checks are generally perforated on at least one side.
* Routing and transit numbers appearing in the MICR line and elsewhere on the check should be consistent.
* Contact the financial institution on which the check is drawn for authentication that the check is valid with no outstanding claims for loss, stolen or destroyed instrument. Verify if the person whose signature appears on the check on behalf of the bank is authorized to sign official checks of the bank.
* IMPORTANT:Independently verify the item to verify its authenticity. Do not rely on information printed on the face of the check, such as phone numbers or name/location of bank, because in a convincing scam, these numbers will often connect directly to the scam artists or their associates.
* Find the bank's telephone number from a reliable source, such as a bank directory, the bank's web site or directory assistance.
* Verify as much information as possible - check number (is it in normal sequence of other official checks issued by the bank), payee, issue date, amount and authorized signatory. Ask if the bank's official checks bear any security features, such as watermarks, security threads, background patterns, high-resolution borders, void pantograph, etc.
* If there is any doubt as to the collectibility of the check, do not accept the check for deposit or encashment. Send the check to the issuing financial institution for collection. Ask that proceeds be wired directly to the customer's account.
* As an alternative to sending the item for collection, deposit the check to the customer's account, and place a Reg. CC exception hold. Under Reg. CC, the entire amount of non-local checks can be held for up to 11 business days before making the money available for customer's use, if the bank can evidence "reasonable cause to doubt collectibility." In the case of a cashier's check or other official check of a bank, if the check contains any questionable feature, erasures, alterations, etc., the depositary bank has a "reasonable cause to doubt collectibility."

Beware of overpayment or other complicated payment schemes

Don't agree to any plan where the buyer asks to send a check for more than the sale price and requests that the seller refund the difference. And be suspicious of any buyer who proposes making payment through a friend or agent of the buyer.

Examples

ONESTOPMOTORS.COM
Example 1

I saw your advert on online and am ready to pay you $1000. Just for you to hold it. I am based in uk. My mode of payment will be through money order, I will instruct my client in the USA to make out a money order of $5000 to you. reason being that it is a refund payment, and the customer issuing the check has the policy not to issue more than one check to a refund payment, which means that the check is going to carry the whole amount of what i am buying and also the shipping. The excess will be for the shipping of the item and my other goods in the USA. I want you to send the balance which is meant for the shipping to my shipper who I will instruct to contact you after i have received an email from you telling me you want to sell to me. If my offer is okay kindly reply by giving me your full name and address to which payment will be made too and also photos so I can see what I really want to get.

Regards,
Jerry

ONESTOPMOTORS.COM
Example 2

I'm Fred Martins from UK. Having seen your advert, I hereby crave your indulgence to my interest of buying it and the payment will be made through via check, after which, my shipper will come or the pick-up. I shall interested to know the suitable price of this items bisides, I will send 3000 dollar on check to you and after the clearance you will wire the balance through western union transfer to my shipper.

Thanks,
Fred Martin

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One Stop Motors Used Cars For Sale is your ONE STOP for Buying, Selling, and Financing all motorized vehicles. OneStopMotors.com offers options for financing, extended warranties, world wide shipping and One Stop Motors customer satisfaction commitment.

Used Motorhomes & RVs For Sale

2008-03-06T11:29:00.000-08:00

One Stop Motors is proud to announce the launch of their new Motorhome/RV Division - One Stop Motorhomes!

One Stop Motorhomes deals exclusively with the buying, selling, and financing of used motorhomes and used recreational vehicles.

Visit One Stop Motorhomes today for the best deals online on used motorhomes for sale and used rvs for sale!

Manual Versus Automatic Transmission

2008-02-25T09:52:00.000-08:00

The age old debate of manual vs. automatic can be simply concluded in one word: preference. Choosing between the two has always remained the great debate unless we get cars with transmission that allows them to shift automatically.

Starting with automatic, they are simple, fun and easy to handle. The driver just has to keep one foot on gas pedal and rest of job is done by car, while you sit back and enjoy the ride. Manuals on other hand, give the driver total control on the car and a great feeling knowing that you have all the power on the car and its going your way. In technical terms feature a driver-operated clutch and a movable gear selector, which can change gear ratios automatically as the vehicle moves, and doesn’t require the driver to change gears automatically. The big question is which one of the two is better? Comparison between manual and automatic are general guidelines depending on what on a driver wants and may not apply in certain conditions.

Manuals are known to give better fuel economy as compared to autos. Increased fuel economy in manual transmission is raised by 5 to 15 percent as compared to autos. The mechanical efficiency of autos is cut down by driving the high pressure hydraulic pumps required for its operation. Manual transmissions are still more efficient than belt-driven continuously-variable transmissions. Manuals do not lose much power in as heat through the transmission. The control given to driver in a manual is important for a driver who knows the correct procedure for executing a driving maneuver. Driving a manual requires more involvement from the driver and concentration since the driver is multi-tasking by shifting gears, monitoring traffic and anticipating events. And if the driver fails to multi task then the machine will soon end up in an incorrect gear, which will be obvious from excessive or insufficient engine RPM. Autos require regular servicing and you won’t find diesel versions around. On other hand driving a manual can be a tedious job since it requires continuous shifting and you will never see both hands on steering wheel. If a driver feels a distraction from source like cell phones while driving a manual it can get dangerous, while autos allow flexibility with multi tasking. A manual requires its driver to be adept or practice with car since one must develop a feel for properly engaging the clutch and good accelerator pedal application and clutch control when starting the car from a standstill. . Autos however are more popular among women for its ease and convenience. Manuals can pose a problem when started from a rest at a steep position. There is less wear and tear on gear box transmission and vehicle body due to automatic gear changes. Keeping in view advantages and disadvantages mentioned above, let us consider some other factors which may decide which transmission you require.

If the driver wants most power from his car then going for a manual will surely be the best bet.

Is fuel economy an issue for you? If so, then manual is your choice since autos are known to be more fuel thirsty then manuals. This will be more pronounced if you do a lot of highway or country road driving and less important if you do a lot of city driving. In addition to this small car with small engines, the power exhausted by an automatic transmission is more evident.

Automatics have good resale values and will benefit you if you consider the resale factor. Manual however should be your premiere choice, when buying a car if you have a tight budget. Moreover you will get added features with a manual transmission in a limited budget. Manuals are known to have better mileage and price range with greater accessories, making it ideal choice for people with limited resources.

Though the maintenance factor is not very important but one should consider it especially when buying a car with high mileage and questionable owner history. Automatic transmissions are more prone to wear and tear and thus require space in your budget. Plus its maintenance requires additional care.

And last but not the least comes the fun factor, where manuals definitely take over autos. Manual transmissions give the driver a feel of power and authority over the car engine and you can get maximum power from it. However driving a manual can be a tedious job if you drive in heavy traffic everyday.

I hope you find the information useful, but I again emphasize on the fact there is no good or bad when it comes to transmission and it all depends on one's individual preferences.

Comprehensive Review on the Toyota RAV 4

2008-02-22T15:05:00.000-08:00

The Toyota RAV4 is a compact crossover SUV built and marketed by the Toyota Motor Corporation. It was originally built to provide to consumers a vehicle that had most of the benefits of SUVs, such as increased cargo room, higher visibility, and the option of four wheel drive, along with the maneuverability and fuel economy of a smaller car. Its name stands for "Recreational Activity Vehicle, 4-wheel drive," although not all models have four wheel drives.

Undergoing changes, the Toyota RAV4 has been upgraded for 12 years and unveiled the third generation in 2006.The Toyota RAV4 was completely redesigned for the 2006 model year, on an all-new platform. It still has the 2AZ-FE 2.4 L four-cylinder engine, which now produces 166 hp, up five from the previous year. The North American RAV4 is also fitted with the 2GR-FE 3.5 L V6 engine, boosting its power to 269-hp. The Australian RAV4, fitted with only the 2.4L four-cylinder engine, was introduced with the 2GR-FE V6 engine towards the end of 2007. The new RAV4 topped Toyota SUV sales in the United States for the first time. It is also the first generation of RAV4 to be offered in regular (for Asian and European markets) and extended (for American and Australian markets) versions. Not only is it the first compact SUV to offer third-row seating, but it now has improved aerodynamics, interior space and cabin noise reduction.

The extended-length RAV4 is larger by 21% in interior volume from the last generation and now has an available third-row seat for two small children (US and Canada only). The RAV4 can still be had in either two-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive in the United States; however, most countries, but you will find only the four wheel version in countries like Canada.

JDM models are X, G, and Sport. The X and G can be ordered with either front-drive or 4WD. The Sport model with over fender is 4WD only. In Australia, the RAV4 is sold in base CV, mid-range Cruiser, and top of the line Cruiser L trim levels. The extended-length RAV4 is sold in Japan as the Toyota Vanguard.

Currently, the RAV4 is produced in two locations in Japan: Toyota's Tahara, Aichi assembly plant, and under contract by Toyota Industries in its Nagakusa, Obu, and Aichi plant. However, when Toyota's Woodstock, Ontario, Canada assembly plant comes online in 2008, models sold in North America will be assembled exclusively there (effective May 2009).

For 2008, Rav cross sport was added in line by Toyota. The Cross Sport is based on the Sol, with several changes and additions to the standard equipment. The Cross Sports comes with newly styled 17-inch alloys, shielding plates under the bumpers, LED tail-lamps, an audio and a DVD navigation structure with a parking assistance and anthracite coloured seats. A 152 Hp 2.0-Liter-VVT-i petrol unit a 136 HP strong 2.2-liter D-4D diesel unit will be seen in Europe by mid September.

Styles and Major Options

The 2006 Toyota RAV4 is available in the following 3 trims: Base, Sport, and Limited.

Base

Following options are available in Rav4 Base:
* 17-inch 5-spoke styled steel wheels with P225/65R17 tires and full-size spare tire on 17-in. steel wheel
* 17-inch 5-spoke aluminium alloy wheels with P225/65R17 tires and full-size spare tire on 17-in. steel wheel
* Tonneau covers with multi-purpose cargo net with support poles
* AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer, MP3/WMA capability and six speakers
* Roof is black with rails and cross bars
* Air bags in driver and front passenger seats and sensing air bags in back seats
* It has DRL instilled
* Fabric-trimmed 50/50 Split ∧ they come with height adjustable head rests
* Tow Prep Package (V6 models only) with 3500-lb. towing competence – includes upgraded radiator

Sport

Options available on the RAV4 Sport are:
* Tonneau covers with multi-purpose cargo net with support poles
AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer, MP3/WMA capability and six speakers
* JBL® AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer, MP3/WMA capability and nine speakers (includes subwoofer and steering wheel audio controls)
* Driver and front passenger front seat-mounted side airbags and front- and second-row roll-sensing side curtain airbags (RSCA)
* Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
* Power tilt/slide moon roof with sunshade
* Tow Prep Package (V6 models only) with 3500-lb. towing capacity – includes upgraded radiator, fan coupling, and alternator

Limited

Options available on the RAV4 Limited are:
* AM/FM 6-disc in-dash CD changer, MP3/WMA capability with sub woofers
* Rear-seat DVD entertainment system with rear-seat audio and two wireless headphones (includes 115V power outlet and RCA jacks)
* Air bags for both front driver and front passenger and RSCA for back seats
* Heated seats for both driver and front passenger
* Leather-trimmed seats
* Instilled with DRL
* Sliding roof with sun shade
* Fabric-trimmed 50/50 Split & Stow 3rd Row TM seats with fold-flat-into-floor capability and height-adjustable headrests
* Tow Prep Package (V6 models only) with 3500-lb. towing capacity – includes upgraded radiator, fan coupling, and alternator

Interior and Comforts
* Dual Zone A/C that can filtrate air and remove dust/pollen
* AM/FM in-Dash 6-including 6 speakers
* Auxiliary Audio Jack available
* Steering wheel is wrapped in leather and allows you to control audio as well
* Manual Tilting/Telescopic Adjusting Steering Wheel
* Fabric-trimmed Interior with power-adjustable driver's seat and manually-adjustable passenger's seat
* Fabric-trimmed multi-adjustable front seats with driver's height adjustment
* Centre console with 2 illuminated cup holders, cell phone storage, upper storage tray, and lower console box
* 2nd Row 60/40 split, recline, fold flat with slide forward capability with centre armrest and 2 cup holders
* It has dual glove box, power windows and locks, remote entry and a digital clock
* Cargo area second row seat with one touch fold-flat lever
* comes with storage for cargo in rear

Colors
Colors can be varied by trim

Exterior
* Super White
* Savannah Metallic
* Classic Silver Metallic
* Barcelona Red Metallic
* Pacific Blue Metallic
* Black
* Flint Mica
* Blizzard White Pearl
* Everglade Metallic
* Nautical Blue Metallic

Criticisms
Toyota Rav was originally developed for Japanese consumers where conventionally driving is done on left side of road, the door hinges are on the passenger side and the door of the rear trunk sways horizontally only. This features poses problem in international market as the door blocks path to control when it is opened. A smaller gas tank very much destroyed the original purpose of Rav with fuel economy and it ends up becoming more of a problem for the owner. Even with a low base price the RAV4 does not turn out to be economical if the buyer plump for extra perquisite as the price increases significantly with options such as the side and side-curtain airbags. The third row seats were a new innovation by company but proved very uncomfortable for adults.

Hybrid/Electric Models
Toyota RAV is also available in an all-electric version called the RAV4 EV from 1997-2002. It is powered exclusively by 24 12-volt batteries which can be fully charged in 5 hours. Top speed of RAV4EV is 80 miles per hour, and a range of 80-120 miles when fully charged. The RAV4EV has proven to outperform the traditional RAV4 in acceleration tests, and has shown impressive performance with the flow of traffic at any posted speed limit in the United States.

Wear and tear of RAV4EV battery approximately costs US$26,000 to replace, due to short supply. The remaining systems in the RAV4EV are same as gas-powered RAV4, like power brakes, power steering and air conditioning. Maintenance cost of these systems is also same as that of gas powered RAV4.

Toyota has not expressed interest in refreshing the RAV4 EV line. Proponents for the RAV4 EV are hopeful low-cost batteries capable of being powerful enough for the RAV4 EV drive system, will allow consumers to own and afford it.

To find a pre-owned Toyota Rav 4, visit One Stop Motors, where you can find thousands of Toyota Rav 4s and other used cars for sale.

Review on One Stop Motors: Why Choose One Stop Motors

2008-01-29T09:49:00.000-08:00

The One Stop Motors Advantage

If you are someone who is planning to buy a new or used car, then we would like you to know about One Stop Motors before you visit the guy in the polyester suit. With more and more people relying on the Internet to buy or sell cars, One Stop Motors has evolved to becoming the best online classifieds for buying or selling cars online. Statistics show that over 43% people use the Internet to buy or sell cars, and the number is increasing day by day.

So which online classified should be trusted when it comes to buying or selling cars? Based on our personal experience, we found One Stop Motors extremely professional in their dealings and they ensured a smooth transaction.

If you’re buying or selling at One Stop Motors, then you'll find the largest collection of new and used vehicles anywhere in USA, plus a comprehensive set of tips related to online car dealing, as well as reviews with insurance and warranty details.

We found the staff at One Stop Motors extremely cordial and helpful in every stage -- from advertising to shipping, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and service. One Stop Motors is the most comprehensive destination for those looking to buy or sell a new or used car. Combining ads from more than 1000 listed dealers, classified ads from more than 120 newspapers nationally as well as our online private party ads, One Stop Motors is the best place to find the car you're searching for.

What we liked most about the advertising section was the fact that One Stop Motors allots more characters in your listing then any other website. One Stop Motors offers unlimited time for your ad listing until your vehicle gets sold or unless you want to remove it yourself. In addition, the search capabilities of One Stop Motors allow users to sort results from model to price to location helps potential buyers get to you easily.

The credibility of One Stop Motors has made it the top choice for buyers and sellers nationwide. The better a site’s overall reputation for quality, the better your chances for having your ad viewed. Selling your car on the Internet is a win-win situation both for the seller and for the buyer. And One Stop Motors makes sure that you feel like a winner at the end of day.

One Stop Motors helped us design a listing for our car that was both dynamic and attractive which helped in easy and timely selling. One Stop Motors has advanced search fields that includes the make, distance from your home, mileage, transmission type, and more which will help you sort results by various categories. Top quality used motorized vehicles from all manufacturers are available on One Stop Motors, with skilled customer support who are highly trained and familiar with automobiles.

At One Stop Motors, photos appear next to each vehicle in your search results; so no additional clicks are necessary whereas other online classifieds do not have this time saving feature. We were also impressed by the customized search options where you are e-mailed about a new listing that matches your search criteria. At One Stop Motors, you don’t have to waste time in bidding for your desired vehicle like on E-bay. It has one of the biggest online car selling inventory trusted by buyers and sellers user all over the USA with zero chance for online car scams or frauds.
To make the car buying experience easier, One Stop Motors also offers shipping and insurance services --- thus delivering a complete package of services and professionalism.

One Stop Motors has surpassed our expectations with top notch services and delivering the very best in online classifieds. Use One Stop Motors for buying, selling, or to keep up to date with the latest motoring news, views and information as it happens.

They will definitely win you over too.

Seat Belt History by One Stop Motors Research

2008-01-21T15:29:00.000-08:00

We all remember Britney spears making headlines for driving with her son on her lap without a seat belt. Yes, seat belts have put as many people in trouble as many it has saved.

Today, seat belt security has saved over 50,000 lives all over the world. So who first came up with this novel idea? The history of seat belts dates back to 1800 when George Cayley introduced seat belts for the first time. Seat belts were not used in cars until 1930 when American physicians equipped their cars with safety belts and also advocated its usage. Before these seat belts were mostly used in aero planes and were considered as something that help a person stick to a fix object while maneuvering the aero plane. Seatbelts did not serve the purpose of protecting on collision but just kept the person on wheels in a fix position especially during racing.

Edward J. Claghorn was granted U.S. Patent 312,085 on February 10, 1885 for a safety belt. Engineer Hugo De Haven invented the inertia reel and introduced the concept of packaging passengers. Col. John P Stapp tested working of seat belts and proposed that most people are not killed on plane hitting ground or car collision, but rather hitting inside elements of air plane or a car. By 1954, the Sports car club of America required its participants to wear lap belts during races, and automotive engineers appointed a vehicle seat belt committee.

Some U.S. manufacturers provided automatic locking retractors (ALRs) in front seat belts. Edward J. Hock invented the safety belt first used by the Ford Motor Company as standard equipment. Most U.S. manufacturers provided lap belts at front outboard seat positions. Three point seat belt was patented in 1951 by Hugo De Haven, but not much is known about its practical usage in cars. The first car manufacturer to introduce car seat belts as standard was Saab in 1958. After this, the three point seat belt was seen in Volvo in 1958.

Until the late 1960s and early 1970s, the automotive industry in the U.S. was almost entirely unregulated, and concern over traffic safety had been minimal. In 1965 about 56,000 people were victims of car collision. Seat belts were applauded not only in America but Europe as well. By 1966 it was made compulsory to install seat belts in front seats of a car. By 1964 American cars were sold with safety belts in the front only, but later in 1968 safety belts in rear seats were standardized. In 1970, the state of Victoria, Australia passed a world wide legislation that made wearing seat belt compulsory. By the end of 1980s rear seat belts were made standard and wearing them was made compulsory for children under 14. Safety belts were also introduced in mini buses and coaches, especially those carrying school children.

Today, all car and mini coaches come with seat belts and 2003 marked the 20th anniversary of safety belts usage where it has saved over 50,000 lives and counting. The journey does not stop here. Automobile manufacturers are coming up with new innovative ideas to make cars safer. The lap belt or three point seat belts have been replaced by more complicated and sophisticated technologies. Most cars in USA come with safety belt reminders that buzz until the driver fastens his seat belt. Safety belt legislation has also managed to put a strict check on drivers. The effects of seat belt laws are disputed by some, stemming from observed finding that following the passage of seat belt laws, road fatalities often did not decrease. However, it is still strongly advised to fasten your seat belts when driving.

As with adult drivers and passengers, the advent of seat belts was accompanied by calls for their use by child occupants, including legislation requiring such use. As responsible citizens, we must respect law and use safety belts in order to protect our family and fellow passengers.

Images That Sell on One Stop Motors

2008-01-17T09:52:00.000-08:00

We’ve all heard the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Perhaps the most valuable tool for moving a vehicle quickly is the photographs in the listing. When searching for that perfect car or truck, it’s the photos that are going to draw interested buyers into a listing. Moreover, high quality photos also have the potential to move the vehicle for hundreds or thousands more in cash value.

Photos should be taken with the best camera available, ideally a digital camera capable of shooting at least 7mp images. Both the interior and exterior of the vehicle should be cleaned thoroughly before being photographed. Giving your used vehicle a new look by cleaning it before the photos are taken will go a long way toward a higher cash value at the time of sale.

Have a clear idea of which areas of the vehicle you wish to photograph. A One Stop Motors ad package allows you to upload 12 vehicle photos per listing. 12 Photos are easily enough to give an overall treatment of the vehicle. Here is a simple list of suggested photo regions for a standard 4-door car or truck:

Exterior:

* Front
* Rear
* Passenger Side
* Driver Side
* Tire Close-up

Interior:

* Front Seats (From Driver Door)
* Front Seats (From Passenger Door)
* Back Seats (From Driver Side)
* Back Seats (From Passenger Side)
* Dashboard
* Odometer Close Up
* VIN Close up

Quality Photos Are Essential When Selling a Vehicle Online

As you can see, these 12 photos provide more than enough detail to wet the appetites of potential buyers. Extra photos should also be taken and kept on hand. While they may not appear in the listing itself, buyers often request additional photos before opting to purchase. Some good areas for these extra shots are “under the hood” photos, photos of the exhaust, as well as any major dents or problem areas.

Choosing the right location for photographing your vehicle is also an important consideration. Ideally, the location should be simple, drawing attention to the vehicle. Well maintained driveways and curbsides are good choices. If possible avoid locations with excessive clutter, or with ill maintained structures in the background. Try and take the photos under clear weather conditions, at around the middle of the day. This will make for higher quality photos with sharper detail.

Taking the time and effort to include clear, bright, high quality photos in your listing is possibly the single most effective tool to increase the effectiveness of your vehicle’s marketing campaign.

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Happy 2008!

2008-01-02T10:31:00.000-08:00

The One Stop Motors team would like to wish you a very happy and prosperous new year ahead!

If you're in the market for buying or selling a used vehicle, remember that One Stop Motors can help. One Stop Motors is your ONE STOP for buying, selling, and financing all motorized vehicles.

One Stop Motors Launches New Marine Division!

2007-12-20T11:54:00.000-08:00

One Stop Motors is proud to announce the launch of their new Marine Division - Used-Motor-Boat.com!

Used Motor Boat deals exclusively with the buying, selling, and financing of used boats. From sailboats to yachts, Used Motor Boat is your one stop website for all boating-related inventory and resources.

If you're in the market to buy or sell a used boat, visit Used-Motor-Boat.com today!

Honda Fuel-Cell Vehicle Planned for Southern California

2007-12-13T12:27:00.000-08:00

Honda plans to lease their new fuel-cell-powered concept car to the general public. The new FCX will be available to consumers in Southern California in limited quantities beginning in the summer of 2008.

The FCX is a Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV); and will be certified by the EPA as a Tier-2 Bin 1, which is the lowest possible EPA emissions rating. Honda has stated that the vehicle is twice as fuel-efficient as a hybrid, and three times more than a conventional gas fueled vehicle.

The Honda FCX Clarity

The FCX can travel approximately 270 miles before needing to refuel at one of several hydrogen fuel stations in the Southern California region. Honda is also currently developing a “Home Energy Station” which will supply energy to the home while refueling the car right inside the garage.

Pros and Cons of using Ethanol as Vehicle Fuels

2007-12-06T14:51:00.000-08:00

Ethanol is a renewable transportation fuel, primarily made from starch crops, such as corn. It is also made from sugar beets and cane, or cellulosic materials such as fast-growing trees and grasses.

Ethanol is a clear, colorless, flammable oxygenated hydrocarbon, with the chemical formula C₂ H₅ OH. Recent development in the world of science has proved ethanol far more efficient with listed benefits. Ethanol fuel is more energy-efficient than some experts had realized and researchers say that it’s time to start developing it as an alternative to fossil fuels. Ethanol is made by fermenting and then distilling starch and sugar crops -- maize, sorghum, potatoes, wheat, sugar-cane, even cornstalks, fruit and vegetable waste. Its simple production scale has impressed the world -- convincing auto manufacturers to develop ethanol fuel friendly vehicles.

Ethanol has unlimited benefits, which includes its ability to be renewed and its simple production process including plants. It also provides high octane at a low cost as an alternative to harmful fuel additives, and it also doesn’t increase greenhouse effect. Ethanol blends radically and reduces emanation of hydrocarbons, a major contributor to the depletion of the ozone layer.

In addition to all this, ethanol has also impressed the auto world by substituting lead as an octane enhancer in gasoline. Adopting ethanol as a fuel instead of regular gasoline has proved to be a very cheap alternative.

Brazil is one of the largest consumers of ethanol fuel. Brazilians have already seen the benefits of sugarcane fuel—not only is it cleaner-burning, but since it is produced within the country, it is half the price of imported gasoline. Ethanol production is a new industry that creates jobs in rural areas where employment opportunities are strongly needed. Also, the carbon dioxide released when ethanol is burned is balanced by the carbon dioxide captured when the crops are grown to make ethanol. Therefore, it reduces greenhouse gas emission in many ways. If ethanol-based energy itself came from non-fossil sources, the use of ethanol as a fuel would add less greenhouse gas.

Today’s cars are built to be compatible with ethanol-blended fuels. Automobiles give better mileage and show more efficient results. Ethanol generates 35% more energy than it takes to produce, which proves that ethanol has a positive net energy balance. There is increasing agreement on the fact that ethanol fuel may serve a mass of goals that are collectively desirable.

However, it is totally unfair to consider only one side of the picture and to ignore disadvantages of usage of ethanol as a fuel. Even though ethanol has a positive net energy balances, it is also invariably more expensive to produce than gasoline. Ethanol has known to cause depreciation to certain parts of automobile -- rubber parts in particular. Some experts view that making ethanol using current technology is costly and contributes to pollution and greenhouse gases. Another controversy surrounding ethanol is its positive net energy balance. Many researchers still debate the argument, but according to the US Department of Energy, the energy output from ethanol is almost 25% higher than what is put into making it. Another issue which is thoroughly debated is the production of corn which causes more soil erosion than any other single crop grown.

However, despite all these arguments, the most feasible conclusion appears to be that in increasing the development and production of renewable fuels such as ethanol, this will help ensure national and economic security and gas price stability. One must not leave this issue in the battlefield of science; we must realize the importance of the environment and energy conservation on our own and contribute by making the wise choice.

THE HUMMER : How it evolved from a military vehicle to a high-end consumer vehicle

2007-11-16T14:32:00.000-08:00

Hummer was actually designed specifically for military use. Newly developed platform had to replace the flexible and popular Willy (Jeep). Not a small feat by all measures.

Hummers were originally built by AM Corporation, formerly the military and government vehicle division of American Motors, in its South Bend Indiana assembly plant. AM General competed in the development of a vehicle to meet the standards of the military. Consumer level hummers are based on the military High Mobility dual purpose Wheeled Vehicle (HMMWV), or Humvee. The military M998 High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicles were developed to replace jeeps and lighter trucks and proved to be very efficient at moving soldiers and equipment in a variety of different environments. Located in South Bend, Indiana, AMG had introduced thousands of Jeeps before winning the Jeep replacement contract in 1983.

AMG officially named the vehicle the “Hummer.” Newly introduced hummers had all-terrain tires, had 36 inches of ground clearance and air pressure could be adjusted from the cockpit. Top speed was just over 60 mph. The Army tested the prototypes over a 5 month period. The Hummer proved to be durable, lightweight, and able to achieve high performance ratings. The U.S. Military liked the prototype and AM General begun to produce a series of different High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle prototypes.

Other specialized versions of Humvees served as battlefield ambulances and shelter carriers. In 1991 AMG introduced the Heavy Hummer (M1097), which had ability to handle heavier loads (up to 10,000 pounds). They are used a cargo carriers, troop carriers, ambulances, automatic weapons platforms, missile carriers, surface-to-air missile platforms and much more.

The first civilian High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, the Hummer, entered the market in 1991 and soon grew immensely popular. In 1992, AM General began production of versions of the Humvee, called the HUMMER for civilian use. Known as "the world's most serious 4x4," Many consumers welcomed this new edition in auto world because of its mobility and strength.

Hummers gained immense popularity in 90s when two Hummers traversed the rough terrain between London, UK and Beijing, China. Then in 1991, due to public demand, AM General announced that it would produce the Hummers for the civilian market.

Although most folks bought Hummers as novelties, for cruising around town or off-road, some were also sold as specialty vehicles. They were adopted to fill a multitude of different roles, ranging from ambulances and, industrial vehicles to fire trucks that could access rough boondocks areas.

By the late 1990s government curb had rolled back sales of the Humvees, and the civilian market never really took off. General Motors has been very active and effective in licensing the Hummer. In 2003, the Hummer H2 – a smaller version of the Hummer H1 – entered the market. Hummers are now becoming immensely popular with civilians and now are a part of automobile industry. Though Hummers have developed a massive fan following it still has its drawbacks. Hummers have very poor fuel economy. In addition to this Hummer are also said to appeal only because of their heavy body and dominant size. In 2005 General Motors is rolled out the 2006 HUMMER H3 midsized SUV. With the big thing in, hummer owners can kick a fashion statement. After all size does matter.

Check out this Hummer for Sale at One Stop Motors:

2005 Hummer H2 For Sale

Used Car Buying Tips from One Stop Motors

2007-11-15T11:51:00.000-08:00

Buying a used car is always a little bit of gamble. You are never sure if the car you are about to buy is accident-free, has actual mileage, was garaged and properly maintained by the owner. It is also possible to not be able to find hidden issues like engine problems, rusty doors or a worn out automatic transmission that may not have been obvious when you had a test drive.

Do not look for cheapest car around! The best deal doesn't necessarily come from buying the cheapest car. It is important to look for a car in good condition for a practical price. If you had to choose between a comparatively cheap car that might have been maintained badly or had an accident in the past or needs some repair versus one more expensive that is in excellent condition, we will always recommend you to go for the latter.

You must ask yourself if you are saving money by buying a used car. How should I do away with the risk of possible problems and is it actually promising to do? We have gathered a few tips listed below that will help you buy a good used car.

A One Stop Motors Exclusive: Used Car Buying Tips

1. Know the real wholesale value of the used car you are about to buy. Also, if it is possible take a certified mechanic along with you to inspect the car before you agree to buy it. This will cost you around $40 - $60, but it is a small price and it will make sure that you are getting the right used vehicle.

Take a good look at the overall condition of the car. Make sure that the engine is clean; if the car has oil leakage or other fluid leakage then this is a moment where you must ponder.

2. Someone who takes thorough care of his house and yard is more likely to have meticulous care for his car. Such people always do regular maintenance services of the car especially changing the oil at the right time.

3. Creating a friendly relationship with a prospective seller always turns out to be crucial when it comes to negotiating a price. A friendly chat will do no harm.

4. Instead of looking for small scratches in the paint, you must look on more serious things. Every car that has been on road goes through wear and tear, the magnitude of this wear and tear is critical when buying a used car. You must look if the car has all parts and that there are no broken parts.

5. Buying a vehicle that has its after market value done wont turn out to be a good deal. The best to find out if the vehicle has been going through proper maintenance service is to ask the owner to show the maintenance records of the vehicle. If owner can not produce this record then this is surely a warning that the vehicle may have been causing trouble.

6. Negotiation: Seldom does a private seller gets the same price that he demanded. Therefore one should never agree to the first offer unless the car happens to be too good to be true. In the equal respect, one should not insult the seller by offering a fair price below what they are asking and get things started from there. If your inspection or the certified mechanic's inspection of the vehicle reveals some slight problems, the best way is to use them as bargaining chips.

Settle on your top price and then start your concession at least 20% below what you're willing to pay. A check book in hand always gets the seller's attention. Having the ability to write a check right then and there happens to be one of the keys in buying a cheap used car.

Your offer will never please the seller and you are most likely to hear, "you are not being reasonable". Accept it with a smile and let the seller know that you will be happy to see him earn something from that car, but still keep insisting on your budget limit.

7. Be patient: mostly, to get a truly good car, you have to be patient and not get anxious. Being more anxious to buy than the seller is to sell, you loose you chance of buying a good cheap used car. You must be in the right place at the right time to get a really good deal and nothing comes your way without patience.

8. If at any time of the negotiation you feel that there is something wrong with the prospective purchase that you are about to make, you always have time to walk back.

Important Questions to ask to seller

1. Why are you selling the vehicle? Keep an eye on the seller's expressions, any signs on nervousness should raise your eyebrows.

2. If the vehicle ever had major accident? Cars that have had accidents always cause problems and are never safe.

3. If the seller wants to get rid of it quickly, you have chance of striking a good deal with him. Creating a friendly atmosphere with him will always help.

To check out the inventory of the best used cars around, visit One Stop Motors.

Some Of Our Favorite Wacky Car Pictures

2007-11-14T15:51:00.000-08:00

Found roaming around the Internet are some of our favorite unusual and funny car pictures or situations involving cars:

The Dragon Car

How Some People Fix Cars In Other Countries

Heavy Load

Child Proof Lock

MOTORHOMES - Why do people buy RVs?

2007-11-12T09:06:00.000-08:00

They’re big and expensive, hard to maneuver and hard to find storage and parking for – so why do people buy RVs? Recreational vehicles (RVs) or motorhomes are very popular worldwide, particularly in the United States. Since the US has all sorts of climates and landscapes, people often wander about all over the country in RVs.

RVs are not only used for recreation purposes only. In fact they can fulfill the need of a temporary housing solution. Many people, mostly retirees or middle aged working men living in the North of America, love to travel and thus a recreational vehicle allows them to get out there and see the country while taking all the handiness, luxuries, and homelike atmosphere with them. Purchasing a recreational vehicle is very much about adding a new dimension to your monotonous way of life. With RVs, one can pick up their homes and roam to their hearts content. RVs come in different sizes and with different features. Many people who want to roam around in comfort and style consider a Class A, Class C, or 5th wheel trailer suitable.

Similarly, an RV makes for an excellent solution for those who live an itinerant lifestyle -- whether by choice, necessity, or the nature of their work. Some people need the ability to stay mobile, but might stop for days, weeks, or months at a time in various cities or work sites. Miners and construction engineers are just one example of people who fit this description. Building sites, television and film production companies, and traveling shows also make heavy use of trailers and motorhomes for facilities, offices, and to accommodate their talent on set.

The trend of buying RVs is on the rise in the US. This trend is expected to continue as municipalities throughout the United States compel land use restrictions. Therefore, owning your own motorhome can prove very cheap for a number of reasons. Instead of paying away money on house rent, your mortgage expenditure builds equity and may be tax deductible. You can live in an RV and save all that money. Aside from this, your RV can generate income for you if you choose to rent it out. Often people never tend to know where they will find themselves few years down the road, and thus the best way to accommodate themselve for a short or medium period of time is to buy a motorhome. RVs can be used as backup home for a family while someone is building up a proper house, or perhaps looking for an apartment. RVs also come in park models which can be parked in any suitable place, and they appear to be a normal room or transportable building.

Do the math -- fifteen years of rent payments vs. fifteen years of mortgage payments will certainly make you decide which is best. Thousands of RV owners have already made the decision to own.

Many young Americans go camping with their family, making a class B camper van or a folding RV the best choice for them. RVs are easily available at any good RV dealer. People can buy a used RV to save money.

Motorhomes help people find a middle ground between simple camping and expensive hotel bills or short term rental. A very recent vacation cost-comparison report published demonstrates that -- even after factoring in RV ownership costs -- a medium sized family can spend up to 70 percent less when traveling and camping with their RV. RVs are considerably cheap compared to the alternatives, and has the flexibility of being able to drive off at any given moment.

Different types of RVs serve different purposes. A caravan style RV can be attached to a normal car or SUVs to tow the RV and can be detached while the person is living in his home. Reservations are never needed. When you own your own motorhome, you are always guaranteed a good spot during peak seasons in the US.

The best thing about RVs is the financing. People can finance an RV in a relatively easy and straightforward process. Certain Insurance plans are needed to meet the specific needs of owners and their type of RVs.

Self-contained RVs, such as those made by Winnebago, are very comfortable and expedient. They are very roomy, often have air conditioners keeping the air inside fresh and the newer ones have built-in microwave ovens. Some RVs come with TV sets and dish set-ups for a wireless computer internet connection. Larger and expensive models often have units that slide out, usually the kitchen, to give you more space when you are not mobile.

All in all, all considerations taken into play, motorhomes are indeed a good choice for people who can fit these large, oversized recreational vehicles into their lifestyle and vice-versa.

For those of you who may be interested in purchasing a motorhome, check out this one we found at One Stop Motors:

1998 Bluebird Motorcoach For Sale

WOMEN DRIVERS – Are they as bad as society portrays them or are they actually safer drivers than men?

2007-11-09T10:08:00.000-08:00

The common myth about women drivers has clouded our minds, stamping a permanent negative impression on our minds. Women drivers have been stereotyped as lousy auto drivers with more car crashes then men. However the truth is more intriguing, with some interesting facts analyzing psychology of female drivers and at times also supporting their road actions.

The age long gender battle has cruised into realms of driving and can be credited to ardent fans of gender issues. The myth about female drivers being unsafe is shattered by new study and better road behavior shown by female drivers. The society for long has portrayed tasteless images of women drivers alienating them as dumb creatures possessing minute wit and intelligence in comparison to their male counterparts. Women drivers are a hot favorite for pickup lines and no late night show is complete without cracking a joke about female drivers.

Women should shun all such baseless allegations and hit the road with confidence. Men, with their tailgating habits, and yet they still can’t stop poking fun at female drivers. The statistics tell a paradoxical story, stating that women are involved in more car crashes then men. These statics may be true to some extent, but according to the folks at insurance companies, it’s the men who are more involved in high speed fatal car crashes. Women, on the other hand, transport their children around and go grocery shopping, thus driving more in parking lots and in city centers, having minor fender benders at low speeds.

Women consistently outscored men in learning rules and shifting attention. These skills are helpful for drivers, and help them in advanced road skills. Women are said to have nerve problems and often tend to go white knuckled in accidental situations. Although risk-taking behaviors may contribute to the excessive injury mortality among men and younger drivers, up to now age and sex discrepancies in death rates from motor vehicle crashes have not been well understood. Insurance for men under 25 is far more expensive than their female counterparts which are another solid proof of women power at wheels. The investigators discovered that teenage boys start recklessly, with about 20 per cent more crashes per mile driven than teenage girls. Females over the age of 35, however, are significantly more likely to crash than their male counterparts.

Women should not let all these stereotypical myths affect their nerves and go forward with a more optimistic approach. If you are a girl, don’t wear that miserable and tentative look. Women while driving look too nervous and make faces like meek doll. Stay relaxed, after all it’s just a car and you are otherwise more powerful than men! The whole world now recognizes women equally good behind wheels and many automobile companies have launched special features that enable women to drive safer.

Analysis calculates that overall, about one death occurs for every 100 million passenger miles traveled. And it shows that some long-held presumptions about safety on U.S. highways don't jibe with hard numbers. It lists the risk of road death by age, gender, type of vehicle, time of day and geographic region. Some men tend to disagree with statics, claiming that women have fewer numbers of accidents because they spend less time on the road. However, these statics are based on per hour driven proving that men outnumber women when it comes to road accidents.

Beliefs that women are worse drivers than men are still widely held, despite official figures showing that male motorists are a greater danger. In the USA, men are twice as likely to be killed in traffic accidents than women. Only 27% of drivers in fatal crashes are women (USA, 1998). With support of these statistics, women should feel more confident and energetic. That is why some insurance companies charge less to insure a woman driver.

With power steering, now even strength no longer comes into play when steering around corners. Research also shows that men find it harder to multitask -- so when there are kids in the car, women come up winners again. They can control the kids and the car. Women are more patient and less probable to display road rage, and are more tolerant when stuck in traffic. A woman is able to multi-task between driving, keeping the kids under control while a man can be distracted by an attractive woman passing by.

Being a fantastic driver does not always come easily. It takes continuous practice. Remain confident, put on a good show, and you are on your way to becoming the model driver.

A Few Little Known Facts & Trivia About the Automotive Industry

2007-11-08T12:06:00.000-08:00

CHRONOLOGICAL EVOLUTION
(courtesy of Auto Performance Pages)

1782 James Watt builds the first engine crank.

1792 The first U.S. toll roads opened in PA and CT.

1860 Jean Lenoir invents the spark plug.

1887 The Benz became the first car offered for sale.

1896 The Duryea became the first production motor vehicle in the U.S.

1897 The first auto insurance policy is purchased in Westfield, MA.

1900 The first Guide Michelin published mostly containing a list of gas stations in France.

1901 The first Grand Prix race was won with an average speed of 46 mph.

1901 The first American car manufactured in any quantity, the "Curved Dash" Olds is offered for $650.

1913 More than one million cars registered in the U.S.

1914 The Chevrolet bow-tie emblem first appears.

1914 The first electric traffic light was installed in Cleveland.

1923 Powered windshield wipers became standard equipment on many cars.

1923 A radio was first offered as an accessory.

1939 Buick introduces turn signals as standard equipment.

1946 The first power windows were introduced.

1948 Harley Earl introduces the tail fin on the Cadillac. Fins don't go away for over a decade.

1953 Chevrolet introduces its Harley Earl-designed Corvette.

1954 Padded dashboards introduced for safety.

1956 Electric door locks introduced on several luxury models.

1958 The first remote adjusted side view mirror.

1958 Ford introduces the first electric trunk release.

1958 Chrysler introduces the day-night rearview mirror.

1960 All-weather antifreeze plus coolant introduced.

1963 Seat belts first offered as standard equipment.

1965 Rear seat belts became standard on most cars.

1974 National 55 mph speed limit enacted after oil shortages.

1984 Chrysler introduces the Dodge Caravan and Plymouth voyager minivans.

1972 Cars traveled along LA freeways at an average speed of 60 mph. In 1982 the average was only 17 mph!

1974 The average American family spent 33 percent of their yearly income for a new car. In 1995 the average was 50 percent.

1995 the Big Three sold a whopping 97,000 cars in Japan.

Why the Honda Element is a Good Choice for Active People

2007-11-07T13:42:00.000-08:00

They call it, among many things, the "Wetsuit Changing Station". The Honda Element is the perfect companion on the road for people with active lifestyles. With its very versatile interior, the cyclist can put in two mountain bikes standing upright into the back, the surfer can easily fit his surfboard, the snowboarder with all his bindings and boots and snowboards and gears all comfortably fit, the active mom can easily fit all the groceries and kid essentials in the roomy cargo, and the college freshman can easily haul big items to and from his dorm.

The possibilities are endless with the Honda Element's configurable seating and cargo design -- up to 64 different space options are available on this rugged vehicle. The un-carpeted flooring allows for easy cleanup when you track mud in after hours of rock climbing, and the waterproof fabric on the seats makes life easy for surfers and snowboarders when bringing in a bit of the ocean or snow inside.

We found a couple of Honda Elements for sale at One Stop Motors, like this one below:

This 2004 Honda Element Is For Sale At One Stop Motors!
(Click Here For Details)

The current owner calls it, "*Totally Versatile & Fun!*", and offers the following description of his Honda Element for sale:

Non-smoking original owner, garaged, maintained regularly and is equipped with alloy wheels, Mostly Highway Miles

Features Include: Air conditioning, climate control, clock, cruise control, tilt steering wheel, power steering, power locks, power windows, power mirrors, sunroof, tachometer, tow package, am/fm cd player and a subwoofer

Safety Features: Abs brakes, driver airbag, intermittent wipers and dynamic stability control

We also found a few more pictures from Honda's website of the different things active people can literally fit into the Honda Element:

And some funny Honda Element video commercials:

For great deals on used Honda Elements and other used cars, visit One Stop Motors.

Living on a Boat

2007-11-06T15:55:00.000-08:00

Half-fish men and women -- a.k.a. people who really love the ocean -- would jump at the opportunity to live on a boat. In fact, many Americans declare their recreational boats on their taxes and they benefit from a big tax relief. Statistics show there's about 100,000 people who do live on boats (and other recreational vehicles such as RVs) based on the 2000 US Consensus.

If you don't mind the gentle (or sometimes not-so-gentle) rolling of the waves, and love being in the water just as much as (and maybe more so than) being on land, then living on a boat might be a good alternative housing for you.

Take this 2004 Chesapeake Custom Sportfish For Sale that we found on One Stop Motors:

This 2004 Chesapeake Custom Sportfish Boat Is For Sale At One Stop Motors! (Click Here For Details)

It has all the comforts of a home on land would. Here is the current owner's very detailed description of this beautiful boat for sale:

2004 Chesapeake Custom Sportfish *A Dream on Water!*

Fly Bridge: Fire System Control, Forward and Side Seating with Cushions, Forward Locker, Handrails, Helm Seat, Companion Seat Adjustable, Lighted Instrumentation, Lighted Compass, VHF Compass, VHF Radio Antenna, Electronics, Furno Package.

Cockpit: Cable and TV Telephone Connections, Cockpit Refrigerator/Freezer, Deckside Electrical and Water Connections, Fresh Water Wash Down, Fiberglass Steps to Flying Bridge, Indirect Lighting, Overhead Flood Lights, Sea Water Wash Down, Self Bailing Cockpit, Speakers, Storage Locker, Tackle Cabinet, Bait Center, and Drawers, Walk Thru Transom, Boarding Box, Corian Counter tops with Jenair down draft cook top

Galley Kitchen: Corian Countertop, Trash Compactor, Dishwasher, Four Burner Stove, Microwave Browner, Rope Lighting, Full Size Refrigerator/Freezer with Ice Maker, Sink with Disposal, Custom Wall Coverings, Hardwood Flooring, 42" Plasma TV.

Master Stateroom: Phone Outlet, Salon Door, Stereo Speakers, Storage Cabinets, Mini Blinds, Vinyl Headliner, Deep Tinted Temper Glass Windows, Kenwood Surround System, Kenwood Five Disc Changer DVD, Rope Lighting.

Master Head: Electric Toilet, Skylight hatch, 120V GFI Receptacle, Shower Light, Whirlpool Tub with Shower, Ceramic Tile, Custom Tile, Custom Wall Coverings, 20? TV Behind 2-way Mirror.

VIP Stateroom: 15" Flat Screen LCD TV with DVD, Queen Bed, Stereo Speakers, Storage Lockets, Phone Outlet, Custom Wall Coverings.

Guest Stateroom: 15" Flat Screen LCD TV with DVD, Queen Bed, Stereo Speakers, Storage Lockets, Phone Outlet, Custom Wall Coverings.

VIP Head: Electric Toilet, 120V GFI Receptacle, Shower Stall, Shower Light, Ceramic Tile, Custom Wall Coverings.

And if that written description wasn't enough for you, take a look at these pictures of the interior:

This 2004 Chesapeake Custom Sportfish Boat Is For Sale At One Stop Motors! (Click Here For Details)

Truly a home sweet home! For more information regarding this 2004 Chesapeake Custom Sportfish boat for sale, simply contact One Stop Motors.

Harley Facts

2007-11-06T14:37:00.000-08:00

It's the ultimate "Toy for the Big Boys" - the Harley Davidson Motorcycle is a symbol of excitement with the power, mystique, nostalgia, and timeless quality it brings. Even non-motorcycle fans can't help but stop and take notice when a Harley makes it way on the roads.

The Harley Davidson motorcycle is definitely a head turner wherever it goes. Take, for example, this 2006 Harley-Davidson Chopper we saw for sale on One Stop Motors:

This 2006 Harley-Davidson Chopper Is For Sale At One Stop Motors! (Click Here For Details)

Its current owner gives intricate details about this baby below:

2006 909 Chopper with a Fred's frame, 6 up, 6 out, 44 degree rake, radius backbone, single radius down tube, 250 rear tire, 1 inch axle, 6 degree smooth tribal triple trees with internal stops, 16 over forks, rocket style lower legs with hidden axle, custom one off chrome wheels, P.M. hand controls, P.M. hydraulic clutch, P.M. front caliper, Exile sprotor, gold chain, polished gen3 rev-tech 100, polished rev-tech 6-speed transmission, weber 40 IDF carb, hand made spike exhaust with hidden outlets, hand-made one off gas tank, Hot Match gas cap and kick stand, hand-made bars with internal throttle and hidden brake & clutch lines, Twisted Choppers rear fender with integrated oil tank, chrome 3 inch bdl belt drive with integrated oil filter and outer bearing support, hidden coil, hidden voltage regulator, custom battery box under transmission, hidden plug wires, all wiring and plumbing run through frame, black suede and leather seat, candy apple red over heavy metal-flake flames with black diamond base and green pinstripe.

This 2006 Harley-Davidson Chopper Is For Sale At One Stop Motors! (Click Here For Details)

Whether you're a Harley owner or not, or out scouting for that perfect Harley, here are some facts about this American classic motorcycle you might find interesting:

Harley Davidson Motorcycle Facts
(Courtesy of Munising)

Per the Harley website: "Harley-Davidson began in a shed, went to war, became the symbol of American individualism and ended up "king of the road", all in 95 years. Buying a Harley is not acquiring a product, but buying an experience and even a lifestyle."
The Harley's beginnings goes back to the year 1901 when a young man by the name of William Harley crafted a blueprint of an engine that would fit onto a bicycle.
In 1903 the very first Harley Davidson motorcycles were made available to the public when William Harley and his friend Arthur Davidson produced one built as a racing motorcycle.
1905 was an important year for Harley Davidson as one of their motorcycles won a race in Chicago, putting them on the map. The 1950s find Harley Davidson’s winning more and more motorcycle races, being featured on magazine covers with Elvis Presley, and becoming a household name among race and motorcycle enthusiasts everywhere.
In 1983 the Harley Owners Group was formed, and was referred to as H.O.G. It became the largest motorcycle club in the world to be sponsored by a factory. In a mere six years, the club had grown to include more than 90,000 members. In 1987, Harley Davidson became listed on the New York Stock Exchange, and owners everywhere realized what a wise investment they had made.
Walter Davidson dies at age 65 in 1942.
Bill Harley dies at age 66 in 1943.
In 1991, all Harleys change to five speed transmission.

Who Doesn't Love a Classic?

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The word "classic", whether used as an adjective or a noun, conjures up images of only the best, being defined as "belonging to the highest rank or class", "serving as the established model or standard", or "a work recognized as definitive in its field".

We, in particular use of this word, happen to love classic cars. We came across this listing on One Stop Motors, of a 1947 Mercury Canadian For Sale, and it certainly caught our classic-loving eye with its beauty.

This Classic 1947 Mercury Canadian Is For Sale At One Stop Motors! (Click here for details)

Restoring A Classic Car

Listed below is the owner's description and some information on how he restored this classic car:

This is a very rare Canadian Mercury. It came from Manitoba, Canada, and was manufactured in Canada. The car has had a complete restoration and has no miles on it since the restoration was completed. All of the chrome and stainless have been professionally restored to new condition. All of the glass except the rear window is new and has the original Ford script. The seats have been upholstered in gray pleated vinyl. The doors and rear interior panels have been reupholstered in two-tone pleated gray vinyl. The headliner has been redone in gray. It has a new red carpet on the floor. There is new light gray plush carpet behind the rear seat and on the kick panels under the dash. The trunk and the trunk lid are done in light gray plush carpet. The steering wheel has been refurgished. The car has a new paint job in base coat/clear coat and is completely painted underneath the body and frame. The paint is Flame Red-333R898 Valspar. The car has five new American Racing 16" chrome wheels with new Michelin radial tires. There are no miles on these new tires. The car has the original transmission and motor. All of the electrical has been gone over and is in perfect condition. I have pictures that document the restoration of this car. This is as honest and solid a car as you will ever find. There is no putty in this car. I did this car in a mild custom, but it could go back to original very easily. With the rarity of this car, I would not make it so that it could no go back to original if the owner so desired. It is a beautiful car with great car to detail.

This Classic 1947 Mercury Canadian Is For Sale At One Stop Motors! (Click here for details)

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