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Posted February 2009

2008 Jaguar XKR Convertible

2008 Jaguar XKR Convertible

Can there really be that much difference in the convertible version of one of our favorite test cars of all time? Read the full review »

Posted February 2009

2008 Mercedes Benz C300

2008 Mercedes Benz C300

While the Daimler-Chrysler merger did little for Mercedes' reputation, the redesigned C-Class should kick most of those bad perceptions to the curb. Read the full review »

Posted October 2008

2008 Buick Enclave CXL

2008 Buick Enclave

This is a big, capable SUV. A true seven-passenger hauler and that includes captains seats for the first two rows. Read the full review »

Posted October 17

2007 Mini Cooper S

2007 Mini Cooper S

Mini Coopers are cool. Mini Cooper S’s are even cooler. Unfortunately the little car that could comes so close to perfection, its shortcomings -- few as they are -- are nearly unforgivable. Read the full review »

Posted August 2007

2007 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

2007 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible

When you are hitting as many home runs as GM has recently, the obvious question comes to mind: are steroids involved?  Is this really the golden age of automotive endeavors for GM, or has CEO Rick Wagoner spiked the proverbial punchbowl. Read the full review »

Posted August 2007

2007 Mazda 6 Sport Wagon Grand Touring

2007 Mazda 6 Sport Wagon Grand Touring

Finally, a car company has the guts to admit they make a wagon. In the case of the Mazda 6, it's a darn good one. I am so sick of hearing the name crossover when you, me and Dupree all know that this automotive buzzword is well, just a buzzword. Read the full review »

Posted August 2007

2007 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible

2007 Pontiac G6 GT Convertible

Arguably the coolest thing to happen to the auto industry in the last few years has been the retractable hardtop. Sure, this technology has been kicking around since the 1950's but those early models where as temperamental as Paris Hilton. Read the full review »

Posted July 2007

2007 Volvo S80 V8 all wheel drive

2007 Volvo S80 V8 all wheel drive

In a crowded market of upscale performance/luxury minded sedans, Volvo upped the ante and dropped the completely redesigned S80 into the market place. At first glance the makeover may seem more cosmetic then major surgery, however a closer peak confirms Volvo's claim that this baby shares nothing with its last generation. Read the full review »

Posted July 2007

2007 Jaguar XKR

2007 Jaguar XKR

A beautiful car, like a beautiful woman, can lead you to some bad decisions. With its $90,000 sports car, the Jaguar XKR is out of the league of everyone but dotcom millionaires. Read the full review »

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