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There’s a lot to like about the 2017 Subaru Crosstrek. It offers standard all-wheel drive, a fuel-efficient four-cylinder engine, and a roomy interior and cargo area. If you’re an outdoor person and you don’t like trucks or tall SUVs, or you live in snowy, slippery winter weather, it’s a compelling choice. At its core, the Crosstrek is a more rugged version of the Subaru Impreza, with a beefed-up suspension, higher ground clearance and trail-ready styling. This one is equipped with a manual transmission if you prefer commanding your own gear changes.

The Crosstrek is a sure-footed machine with coordinated steering, handling and brakes. It’s quite capable in snow and on dirt roads, too.  The Crosstrek offers a decent amount of head- and legroom front and rear. The cockpit is adjustable enough for the driver to settle into a comfortable position that gives a good view of the outside.  On the exterior this Crosstrek suffered from [...]

Like many rental companies, Enterprise is downsizing their fleet during the current Covid19 pandemic.  For sale is a like new 2020 Hyundai Kona SUV.  Hyundai’s entry into the compact crossover segment is definitely one that hits all the boxes.  Under the hood is a 4 cylinder that puts out 147 HP via a 4 cylinder 6 speed automatic transmission.  It may not be the fastest crossover but with more than 30 MPG this makes for the perfect daily driver.  With a shorter wheelbase the Kona is a lot of fun to drive. Bumps and dips in the road are absorbed nicely with a solid dampening system.

The interior is all about comfort and convenience.  The seats up front wrap the adult driver comfortably and the rear seats provide ample head and legroom. On top of the dashboard is a 7 inch infotainment screen.  Switching between the common menus is easy and intuitive.  Users also have [...]

The 2017 Honda Civic Type R is the high-performance version of Honda’s compact hot hatch. Based on the Civic hatch, the Type R gets rid the turbo 1.5-liter inline-four for a 306 horsepower turbo 2.0-liter engine. Power is sent to the front wheels through a slick 6-speed manual. Standard equipment includes a limited-slip differential, Brembo brakes and adaptive dampers.  Zero to 60 mph in 4.9 seconds, 1.02 g of lateral grip, and the ability to stop from 70 mph in 142 feet—in a tweaked, front-wheel-drive commuter car with 61.8 percent of its 3111 pounds resting on the front wheels. So, yeah, extremely solid.  The Type R traverses pockmarked pavement better than nearly any other car with this much stick. Even with its driving-mode selector in its full-attack +R setting—which slightly weights up the steering over the lesser Sport and Comfort modes and puts the three-position adaptive dampers in their firmest tune—the ride is fully livable. [...]

Just as the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata carries on the look and feel of a classic British roadster, it delivers those wind-in-hair thrills with even better-than-expected performance. The 2006 Miata’s four-cylinder engine—a 170-hp, 2.0-liter four—is very responsive and rev-happy, with sports car-perfect handling, quick short-ratio steering, and short-throw manual transmissions that are a joy to run through the gears. It’s not a lot of power, but since the Miata weighs less than 2,500 pounds it can nevertheless get to 60 mph in about seven seconds. A near perfect 50/50 weight distribution makes its handling predictable, and the quick-ratio steering is both secure at speed and extremely fast for parking or emergency maneuvers. The Miata handles like a go-kart at low speeds and shows a surprising degree of poise for higher track speeds.

The standard soft top is easy to use and surprisingly weather-tight. Just flick the header latches and flip it over the shoulder (most [...]

I am happy to announce that VAM Auto Sales, has entered into an exclusive agreement with Bullseye Car Rental in St. Kitts and Nevis in the Caribbean.  We provide Bullseye with an amazing selection of popular vehicles here in the US.  We do our best to provide only the best cars for the company and their clientele.  Find cars such as the 4 door Jeep Wrangler, the spacious Ford Explorer, and the budget Ford focus available for rental, and sourced by us here at VAM Auto Sales.  Not from the US, and you are more comfortable with a right hand drive vehicle?  Not a problem, we source quality cars, hand pick and direct from Japan for your rental needs.  If you are planning your next Caribbean vacation, think about the sleepy [...]

Track day Elite! Going to the Track day? Do any of the other drivers at the Track Day have any idea how elite you are? They will learn. Then, they will point by! This Hanes classic is comfortable, stylish and versatile. Perfect as an outer or under layer, the men’s hooded sweatshirt has become a staple in any wardrobe. Kangaroo-style front pocket is perfect for your phone, keys or anything else you want to stash.

• 50% cotton/50% polyester | Fabric Weight: 7.8 oz (midweight)
• Ribbed cuffs and waist hem
• Adjustable drawstring hood
• Imported; processed and printed in the U.S.A.

Nissan’s 2016 Versa compact sedan isn’t going to win much praise from those who think compact cars should be quick and fun to drive. But, for commuters, college kids and first-time buyers, the Versa’s comfortable ride, peppy engine and slick-shifting 5-speed manual transmission will probably win two big thumbs up. We found the Versa’s steering properly assisted and its turning radius nice and tight. Visibility is excellent and the seats are firm with good head- and legroom both front and rear. The Versa’s available CVT automatic transmission, on the other hand, takes some getting used to. It doesn’t use conventional shift points and causes the engine to rev high more often than one might expect. Of course, with only 109 horsepower on tap, getting the Versa to move quickly often requires nailing the gas pedal to the floor, but once underway the little Nissan scoots along just fine.  This example is the S Plus version [...]