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<body topmargin=0 leftmargin=0 marginheight=0 marginwidth=0> <table cellpadding=0 cellspacing=0 border=0><tr> <td valign="top" colspan=2 height=90 BGCOLOR="#669966" TEXT="#080000" background="5c801573.jpg"> <div> <FONT SIZE="3" COLOR="#FFFFFF" FACE="Arial" ><B>HotV8 Sports Car Buyers Guide</B></FONT>     |     <A HREF="index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="HotV8 Sports Car Buyers Guide">home</A>                                            <B>back to</B>  <A HREF="sports_car_index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Sports Car Index">Sports Car Index</A></div> <DIV ALIGN="LEFT"></DIV> <div> <A HREF="sports_car_index.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Sports Car Index">Sports Car Index</A>   |   <A HREF="editorial.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Editorial">Editorial</A>   |   <A HREF="auto_racing.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Auto Racing">Auto Racing</A>   |   <A HREF="boat_racing.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Boat Racing">Boat Racing</A>   |   <A HREF="about_us.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="About Us">About Us</A></div> <div> <I><B>Top 12 CARS</B></I></div> <div> </div> </td> </tr><tr> <td valign="top" width=210 BGCOLOR="#FFFFFF" TEXT="#080000" background="4a0d2013.jpg"> <div> <B>Top 12 CARS</B></div> <div> <A HREF="fastest_cars_in_the_usa.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Fastest CARS In The USA">Fastest CARS In The USA</A></div> <div> <A HREF="new_car_value.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Cars that Go Up in Value">Cars that Go Up in Value</A></div> <div> <A HREF="most_expensive_car.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Most Expensive Car">Most Expensive Car</A></div> <div> <A HREF="least_expensive_to_own.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Least Expensive to Own">Least Expensive to Own</A></div> <div> <A HREF="fuel_efficient_cars.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Fuel Efficient Cars">Fuel Efficient Cars</A></div> <div> <A HREF="electric_cars.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Electric CARS">Electric CARS</A></div> <div> <A HREF="gt_ford.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="GT Ford">GT Ford</A></div> <div> <A HREF="ford_999.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ford 999">Ford 999</A></div> <div> <A HREF="ford_hydrogen_cars.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ford Hydrogen CARS">Ford Hydrogen CARS</A></div> <div> <A HREF="bugatti_veyron129.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Bugatti Veyron">Bugatti Veyron</A></div> <div> <A HREF="ford_mustang.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Ford Mustang">Ford Mustang</A></div> <div> <A HREF="porsche_carrera_gt.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Porsche Carrera GT">Porsche Carrera GT</A></div> <div> <A HREF="aptera.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Aptera">Aptera</A></div> <div> <A HREF="audi_r8.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Audi R8">Audi R8</A></div> <div> <A HREF="mercedes_benz_slr_mclarenf5.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren">Mercedes Benz SLR McLaren</A></div> <div> <A HREF="mercedes_benz_slk_roadster.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="MercedesBenz SLK Roadster">Mercedes-Benz SLK Roadster</A></div> <div> <A HREF="lotus_elise.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Lotus Elise">Lotus Elise</A></div> <div> <A HREF="austun_martin.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Austun Martin">Austun Martin</A></div> <div> <A HREF="audi_tt.htm" TARGET="_top" TITLE="Audi TT">Audi TT</A></div> <bR> </td> <td valign="top" height=390 width="100%" BGCOLOR="#EEEEEE" TEXT="#080000"> <div> <I>Rated from Best to Worst</I></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="0c67cfd0.jpg" border=0 width="380" height="253" ALT="volvo c30" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> Rank: #1</div> <div> Volvo C30<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">  <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Hotest Mini for 2008 . . . Coming Soon in 2007!</div> <div> First let me say that if your going to buy a New CAR this year . .  this is the one!</div> <div> Volvo announced pricing for the upcoming C30.</div> <div> The sporty hatchback will start at a retail price of $23,395 (including destination charge) for the 1.0</div> <div> and $26,395 for the better-equipped 2.0.</div> <div> Both versions will sport Volvo’s 227-horsepower turbocharged 5-cylinder engine when it goes on sale later this year</div> <bR> <div> The all-new C30 hatchback ushers Volvo into a size and price class in which it hasn’t competed for decades. A Note from the Editor: We will be posting a lot of information about this CAR in the near future.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="0d3583f0.gif" border=0 width="600" height="63" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> help us decide who receives up to $50,000 in funding, a trip to our New York City Awards Gala, and even a "Volvo for life."</div> <div> Rank: #2</div> <div> Ford Fusion  with <I>Ford’s ‘Sync’</I></div> <div> <IMG SRC="0c2af6e0.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> all-new midsize sedan <IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> MSRP Price Range: <B>$17,295 - $23,825</B> </div> <div> Manual 2.3L 4cyl</div> <div> Auto. 3.0L 6cyl</div> <div> A wonderful family class Car</div> <bR> <div> The well-rounded 2007 Ford Fusion is worth a test-drive if you're looking for a roomy yet sporty midsize sedan.</div> <bR> <div> Styling that doesn't get lost in the crowd!</div> <bR> <div> A car that's fun to drive, fuel-efficient, and offered in such a wide variety of configurations!</div> <bR> <div> competitively priced, can be had with all the right features and will likely uphold Ford Model T's reputation for reliability and durability.</div> <div> A class leader when it comes to ride and handling</div> <div> Ford Edge with <I>Ford’s ‘Sync’</I><IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">  <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <IMG SRC="56bf2de0.jpg" border=0 width="242" height="222" ALT="ford edge" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Ford’s bold new design in crossover utility vehicles.</div> <div> medium size crossover vehicles with standard V6 engines</div> <div> <IMG SRC="56e90180.png" border=0 width="400" height="280" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #3</div> <div> Volkswagen TDI <I>powered by diesel </I><IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">   <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> New Beetle two-door</div> <div> Base price: $18,390</div> <div> City/highway miles per gallon: 37/44</div> <div> Well, Volkswagen has decided to get back to that core principle of affordability after a brief foray into upmarket motoring (ahem, Phaeton), by reducing prices on some of its entry-level rides.</div> <div> Diesel-powered small cars also are a choice for optimal fuel economy. Volkswagen sells diesel versions of its Golf, Jetta and New Beetle. Government fuel economy ratings for the diesel-powered New Beetle and Golf are as high as 37/44 mpg in models with manual transmissions.</div> <bR> <div> (Note that VW won't sell 2007 diesel models of its small cars. The reason: The current, 1.9-liter turbocharged direct injection 4-cylinder diesel engine in the cars doesn't meet new U.S. limits for nitrogen oxide emissions.</div> <div> Thus, VW officials kicked up production of their 2006 diesel-powered small cars so U.S. dealers will be able to keep selling them on into the 2007 model year, according to a VW of America Inc. spokesman. These cars just won't be labeled as 2007s.</div> <div> The spokesman said this is a <I><B>stopgap measure until the 2008 model year when VW will debut a new, common rail diesel engine</B></I>.)</div> <div> <IMG SRC="57419dd0.jpg" border=0 width="281" height="221" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #4</div> <div> Ford Shelby Cobra<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> V8 GT500<IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>new 2007 </B>V8 SUPPER PERFORMANCE</div> <div> Replaces the World Famous Ford Race Car, The Ford GT 200</div> <div> More than a retro, the latest Mustang presents Super performance</div> <div> <B>SRP Price Range:</B></div> <div> $25,140  to  $42,975</div> <div> <B>EPA Fuel Economy:</B></div> <div> City: 18  Highway: 23</div> <div> <B>Available Engines:</B></div> <div> (4.6L 8cyl 5M)</div> <div> <IMG SRC="57657370.jpg" border=0 width="87" height="55" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank:#5</div> <div> Ford Focus  with <I>Ford’s ‘Sync’ </I>Compact Sedan<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">   <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>MSRP:</B> $13,915 - $18,015 </div> <div> <B>City Mileage:</B> 26 mpg <B>Hwy Mileage:</B> 32 mpg</div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="626" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 57 WIDTH="622"><div> <B>Pros:</B></div> <div> Spacious and comfortable interior, fun-to-drive character, sharp steering, smooth ride, impressive selection of body configurations and features. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 57 WIDTH="622"><div> <B>Cons:</B></div> <div> Generic interior styling, performance-bargain 2.3-liter engine now limited to ST sedan, can't match competitors' records for quality and reliability. </div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 57 WIDTH="622"><div> What Edmunds.com says:</div> <div> The Focus is a wonderful small car that's fun to drive, frugal with fuel and offered in such a wide variety of configurations it would be hard not to find one that suits your needs. </div> </tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> Get detailed pricing for the 2005 Ford Focus </div> <div> <U><IMG SRC="57757370.jpg" border=0 width="87" height="55" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></U></div> <div> Rack:#6</div> <div> Chevrolet Aveo Compact Sedan<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">   <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="627" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=TOP HEIGHT= 40 WIDTH="566"><div> <B>MSRP: </B>$9,455 - $12,640 </div> <div> <B>City Mileage: </B>26 mpg <B>Hwy Mileage: </B>34 mpg</div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=TOP WIDTH="54"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="40" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="54" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> <B>Pros:</B></div> <div> Low price, nimble handling, ample headroom, logical control layout, available MP3 player, loads of cargo room in hatchback models. </div> <div> <B>Cons:</B></div> <div> Not much power, imprecise manual shifter, side airbags not available. </div> <div> <B>What Edmunds.com says:</B> Refined road manners and a spacious interior make this one of the better subcompacts on the market.</div> <div> Get detailed pricing for the 2005 Chevrolet Aveo</div> <div> <IMG SRC="55faf6e0.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="560af6e0.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="561af6e0.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #7</div> <div> Honda Civic Hybrid<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>Average fuel economy:</B> 49.88 mpg</div> <div> <B>Estimated annual fuel cost:</B> $664</div> <div> Honda promotes its Civic Hybrid sedan as a comprehensive green machine.</div> <div> The Civic Hybrid's 1.3-liter four-cylinder engine burns cleanly enough to achieve the Advanced Technology Partial Zero Emissions Vehicle rating (AT-PZEV) in all 50 states.</div> <div> Refined and packed with features, the Civic is once again a top choice for compact-car shoppers.</div> <div> Still the head of its class, the Civic is the most refined, solidly built economy car on the market.</div> <div> Unlike Toyota's Camry Hybrid and Prius, the Civic Hybrid cannot accelerate from a stop on electricity alone.</div> <div> But the gas engine will shut down during low-speed cruising and at stoplights.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="57ec67b0.jpg" border=0 width="710" height="379" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #8</div> <div> Ford Taurus  with <I>Ford’s ‘Sync’</I><IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> FWD or AWD<IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> MSRP       $23,245-$28,695</div> <div> 3.5L V6 263HP - 18/28 mpg</div> <div> <B>Corporate Official site:</B> <A HREF="http://www.ford.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.ford.com">www.ford.com</A> or <A HREF="http://www.fordvehicles.com/escapehybrid/index.asp?bannerid=233084|10650651|13006427|8332806" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.fordvehicles.com/escapehybrid">Official Ford Vehicles web site</A> or Find an Official Ford Dealer</div> <div> <I><B>For the lowest Dealer prices on these cars see . . .</B></I></div> <div> <I><B>HotV8's</B></I> <I>Recommended Partners at: </I>Lake City Ford Lincoln - Mercury <A HREF="http://lakecity.dealerconnection.com/" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://lakecity.dealerconnection.com/">Browse inventory</A></div> <div> <IMG SRC="57afe820.jpg" border=0 width="254" height="130" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #9</div> <div> Honda Accord <IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">Family sedan <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The Accord ($20,000 to $33,000) provides an excellent balance of comfort, roominess, ride, and handling. Like the Civic, it delivers very good fuel economy for its class; four-cylinder and V6 engines got 24 and 23 mpg overall in our testing, and the hybrid model got 25 mpg. Also worth considering: the Volkswagen Passat 3.6.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="563af6e0.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #10</div> <div> Ford Escape Hybrid<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>Average fuel economy:</B> 32.31 mpg</div> <div> <B>Estimated annual fuel cost:</B> $1,025 </div> <div> gas/electric SUV</div> <div> <B>Ford the First</B></div> <div> <B>American Auto maker to produce a Hybrid</B></div> <div> Alternative-fuel Vehicle see: Ford Escape Hybrid</div> <div> <IMG SRC="0be580e0.jpg" border=0 width="600" height="270" ALT="Tesla Roadster" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #11</div> <div> Tesla Roadster<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> Electric Car <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>0-to-60 mph acceleration time:</B> 4.0 noiseless seconds</div> <div> Saturday, July 22, 2006</div> <div> A sexy, and fast electric car that uses the same lithium ion batteries found in your cellphone or laptop.</div> <div> The Tesla Roadster goes from zero to 60 in four noiseless seconds</div> <div> has a top speed of 135 mph and can roam for more than 200 miles before needing a recharge.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="56a7ce40.jpg" border=0 width="380" height="228" ALT="sky" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Rank: #12</div> <div> Saturn Sky<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">  <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The sleek Sky takes on the Mazda Miata with charm and simplicity.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="575af6e0.jpg" border=0 width="175" height="110" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Pontiac Solstice GXP<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">  <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> A 47 percent boost in power transforms the fun Solstice into a serious sports car</div> <bR> <div> <I>Other Hot Cars</I></div> <div> <IMG SRC="569c2130.jpg" border=0 width="450" height="275" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>Smart Car</B><B>:</B> <IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><B><IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> <div> Mercedes makes this city commuter desirable and fun. </div> <div> Discover a car that has been perfectly designed for your everyday life.</div> <div> A car that offers maximum comfort, agility, safety, ecology and driving fun.</div> <div> A pioneering vehicle concept that is one of the best with its exceptionally low CO2 emission figures.</div> <div> Discover the smart fortwo – as a coupé and a cabrio in the pure, pulse and passion equipment lines.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="578fea50.jpg" border=0 width="254" height="165" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Honda Fit Budget cars <IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Smaller than the Civic, the budget-priced Fit ($14,000 to $16,000) is the best overall in a new class of fuel-efficient subcompact cars. Not only is it fun to drive, but its compact dimensions pack an impressive amount of interior room and versatility. The rear seats can be folded flat or the cushions folded up against the backrest to create a tall floor-toceiling space that can accommodate bulky items. Overall fuel economy is an excellent 32 and 34 mpg with the automatic and manual transmissions, respectively. Antilock brakes and curtain air bags are standard, a rarity in this class.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="579fea90.jpg" border=0 width="254" height="169" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Honda Civic Small sedan <IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"><IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The Civic ($17,000 to $23,000) was redesigned for 2006. With a relatively roomy interior, comfortable ride, smooth powertrain, and good handling, the Civic is enjoyable to drive. It also gets kudos for excellent reliability, impressive crash-test results, and good fuel economy. Models with manual and automatic transmissions returned 31 and 28 mpg overall, respectively, in our testing, and the Hybrid got 37 mpg.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="0cc445c0.jpg" border=0 width="580" height="348" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> C-XF's Design with <I>Ford’s ‘Sync’</I></div> <div> Jaguar XK/XKR<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The brilliantly engineered new XK and higher-performance XKR are as sporty, elegant and supple as British sports cars should be.</div> <bR> <div> BMW Z4 Coupe<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Purists who prefer minimalist, solid-roof sports cars with decent cargo space will enjoy BMW's new two-seat coupe. </div> <div> <IMG SRC="5677cfd0.jpg" border=0 width="380" height="253" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Bentley Continental GTC<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0">  <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> This new drop top offers luxury and high performance in equal measure, making it one of the most exclusive and elegant ways to travel 190 mph.</div> <bR> <div> <IMG SRC="572b4780.jpg" border=0 width="180" height="120" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Lamborghini Murcielago LP640<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> <IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Added brawn and meaner looks make the beastly Murcielago even more menacing</div> <bR> <div> <TABLE BORDER="0" CELLPADDING="1" CELLSPACING="1" WIDTH="628" BORDERCOLORLIGHT="#C0C0C0" BORDERCOLORDARK="#808080" FRAME="VOID" RULES="NONE" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0" > <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER COLSPAN=3 BGCOLOR=#C0DCC0 HEIGHT= 19 WIDTH="620"><div> <B>Over All Best Buy</B></div> </tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER HEIGHT= 135 ><NOBR><div> <IMG SRC="50857370.jpg" border=0 width="87" height="55" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="51828270.gif" border=0 width="40" height="39" ALT="Best Value" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> </NOBR></tD> <tD VALIGN=CENTER WIDTH="373"><div> <B>328i and 335i Cabriolet</B></div> <div> If you've got the bucks to spend, this is unequivocally the best car in the entry-luxury category.</div> <div> The biggest news is a 300-hp twin-turbocharged six-cylinder in the top 335 model and available all-wheel drive in both the 335 and 328 models.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> </tD> <tD VALIGN=CENTER><NOBR><div> $32,400 - $40,600</div> <div> <B><IMG SRC="56f5a140.gif" border=0 width="90" height="20" ALT="Learn More" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></B></div> </NOBR></tD> </tR> <tR> <tD VALIGN=CENTER COLSPAN=2 BGCOLOR=#C0DCC0 HEIGHT= 18 WIDTH="493"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="18" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="493" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> <tD VALIGN=CENTER BGCOLOR=#C0DCC0 WIDTH="126"><IMG BORDER="0" SRC="1x1.gif" HEIGHT="18" ALIGN="bottom" WIDTH="126" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></tD> </tR> </TABLE></div> <div> <IMG SRC="54e90180.jpg" border=0 width="400" height="280" ALT="corvette 2007" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> Chevrolet Corvette<IMG SRC="0d1460e0.png" border=0 width="70" height="14" ALT="5 points" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"> V8 Z06 </div> <div> <B>Top speed:</B> 198 MPR</div> <div> <B>Engine specs: </B>7.0-liter V8; 505 hp</div> <div> <B>0-to-60 mph acceleration time:</B> 3.7 seconds</div> <div> <B>Power-to-weight ratio:</B> 6.2 lb/hp</div> <div> Base price: $70,000</div> <div> <B>MSRP: </B>$65,690</div> <div> The exotic Chevrolet Corvette the "Famous Poor Mans Sports Car" offers an even hotter variant, the Z06, which is the most affordable race-inspired car you could own.</div> <div> Coming in at number seven on our list, this car should not be forgotten. The Z06 resembles the C6-R race car and is a “fastback” with a rear hatch, which makes it more aerodynamic like a race car.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="57b445c0.jpg" border=0 width="580" height="348" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> World Car of the Year</div> <div> 4/6/2007</div> <div> The Lexus LS 460 flagship takes home the honors besting the Audi TT and MINI Cooper</div> <bR> <div> The new Lexus flagship earns the top honor from the World Car of the Year jury over the other two finalists, the Audi TT and the MINI Cooper. Chosen from the initial ballot of 28 vehicles representing 28 countries from around the world, the LS 460 is an all-new design for 2007, as are the two other finalists, the Audi TT and the MINI Cooper.</div> <bR> <div> In addition to the overall award, three other awards were presented: World Performance Car of the Year, World Green Car and World Car Design of the Year.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="57c445c0.jpg" border=0 width="580" height="348" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> <B>The Audi RS 4 was named World Performance Car and the other two finalists were the Porsche 911 Turbo and the BMW 330i. The Mercedes-Benz E320 Bluetec earned World Green Car honors, besting the BMW Hydrogen 7 and the Volkswagen Polo BlueMotion. The redesigned Audi TT was recognized as the Car Design of the Year.</B></div> <bR> <div> “We are honored to receive this prestigious award recognizing the LS 460 as the ‘2007 World Car of the Year,’” said Bob Carter, Lexus group vice president and general manager. “From the outset, it was our goal to develop a luxury flagship vehicle that would be recognized as one of the finest cars in the world. The response to the LS 460 by our customers and awards such as this go a long way towards realizing our goal.”</div> <bR> <div> The World Car of the Year award was created to recognize and honor excellence in the automotive market on an international scale. The objective of the World Car of the Year evaluations is to ensure a fair and thorough process that considers the needs and wants of consumers the world over.</div> <div> <IMG SRC="4df445c0.jpg" border=0 width="580" height="348" ALIGN="BOTTOM" HSPACE="0" VSPACE="0"></div> <div> The jury, comprised of 44 automotive journalists from 22 countries, began the process by evaluating and rating the candidates using a variety of standardized parameters, including styling, quality, performance and safety. In January 2007, the jurors voted to establish a list of ten finalists. The World Car of the Year was chosen from those finalists and the votes were tabulated by the international accounting firm KPMG</div> <bR> <div> For the lowest Dealer prices on this car, go to N/A</div> <div> where one fast form can provide you with a quotes from an Official Dealer.</div> <div> <I>A Recommended Partner of HotV8</I><I> or </I><I>Contact HotV8 by Email</I></div> <div> Get a Free Car Loan Quote online at xoxoxoxo- All Credit types, even Bad Credit!</div> <div> This web site is a Public Service of: <A HREF="http://www.AST2.com" TARGET="_top" TITLE="http://www.AST2.com">AST2.com</A>     Low Cost Business Site</div> </td> </tr></table></body>