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Rocker Tommy Lee Says He'll Leave The US If Trump Wins
Rocker Tommy Lee is leaving the United States if President Trump wins his re-election this November.
The Hill reports Lee, who is originally from Greece, said this week that he may visit the U.K. or go back to his home country if Trump triumphs.
"Dude, I swear to God if that happens then I'm coming over to visit the U.K.," Lee said during the interview published in The Big Issue.
"I'm out of here. I'll go back to my motherland, go back to go Greece and get a house on one of the islands," he added.
According to the report, the 58-year-old Mötley Crüe drummer described Trump as "embarrassing" and said he continues to make the U.S. look bad internationally.
"The thing that stings the most is that I feel like we're embarrassing. I feel like people in Europe and the rest of the world look at America and think: 'What the f**k are you guys doing over there? Stop voting for celebrities and get someone real to run the country,'" Lee continued, as the Daily Wire reports.
"This guy [Trump] is going to do anything to win. It's going to be skullduggery, shenanigans, subterfuge," he said. "And also, I feel that if we don't come out to vote in the numbers we need for a landslide that's not in his favour, he's going to contest the election. I don't think he's going to want to leave the White House. This thing is not a lock. I don't care what the polls say."
The Daily Wire reports Lee went viral last year for a social media post where he threatened backlash for people who supported President Trump:
Tommy Lee marches to a particularly nasty brand of leftist politics. Last year, he reposted to Instagram a viral statement from another social media user warning conservatives that progressives will pay them "back so f***ing hard" for President Trump.
"You 'Trumpsters' better pray that liberals never gain control of the [White House] again because we are going to pay you back so f***ing hard for all this s***," the post read
"Planned Parenthoods on every damn corner. We're going to repaint Air Force One p**** hat pink and fly it over your beloved Bible Belt 6 days a week, tossing birth control pills, condoms & atheist literature from the cockpit," it continued. "We're going to tax your mega churches so bad that Joel [Osteen] will need to get a job at [Chick-fil-A] to pay his light bill. Speaking of [Chick-fil-A], we're buying all those and giving them to any LGBTQ person your sick cult leaders tortured with conversion therapy. Try the McPence. It's a boiled unseasoned chicken breast that you have to eat in the closet with your mother."
As the post went on, it vowed to take away people's guns "melt them down and turn them into a gargantuan metal mountain emblazoned with the face of Hillary Clinton."
"ALL parks will be renamed Rosa Parks asap," it said. "We're replacing Confederate statues with [Black Lives Matter] Leaders & Mexican immigrants. Every single public school will be renamed after a child that was kidnapped by this regime. And after we fumigate the [White House], we're repainting the whole thing rainbow."
The post ended with a promise to take over Fox News and transform it "into a family refugee shelter."


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Clean slate! Home destroyed in Clayton Fire. Lot is cleared and ready for your new home. Mostly flat and level lot with gentle down slope at entry, almost fully perimeter fenced, with new wood fence on one side and chain link on the other 3 sides. Two sources of water with 2 wells and meter in place. Lot backs to creek. New construction under way through out the neighborhood. Country living at its best and still close to town!


[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Much like the famous Brazilian and Caribbean carnivals and several other fanfare celebrations across the globe patterned and structured after them, especially in former colonies of Portugal, the Angola Carnival has Portuguese influence and connection to the Lenten season.
The unwritten code is that the timing of these is to indulge themselves in raucous revelry before the 40-day somber period of sober reflection, self-denial and abstinence from food and other bodily pleasures in commemoration of Jesus' wilderness experience which precedes Easter.[/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image="25749″ img_size="600×400″ alignment="center"][vc_column_text]The Angola Carnival is perhaps the most popular celebration in the country. The festival dates back to around 1857, however the post-independence carnival style which is rooted in traditional Angolan songs and dances with drums and percussion accompaniment was defined in 1978 as the "People's Festival" by the country's first president.


Clean your garbage disposal. To avoid returning home to an unpleasant odor emanating from your garbage disposal, Nicholson and his colleagues suggest placing half a cup of white vinegar with hot water into the garbage disposal while it's running.
Adjust the AC. Your couch doesn't need to be kept cool while you're away. To save energy, set the temperature on your thermostat 10 degrees higher than normal.
Unplug electronics. Unplug televisions, phone chargers, and computers in order to conserve energy and prevent damage to your electronics from power surges or lightning strikes.
Treat your toilet bowl. Stagnant water in a toilet bowl can smell and create a ring inside the bowl. To prevent these problems, pour half a cup of bleach inside the toilet bowl before embarking on your travels.
Turn off the water main valve. Small leaks can cause a mighty amount of costly damage to a home, but homeowners can prevent water leaks by turning off the main water valve that leads into the home.
Adjust water heater. Your water heater will continue to warm water unless instructed not to. When going out of town for a week or more, set the dial to vacation mode (or simply set the temperature lower than normal) to help save energy.


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Cannibal Holocaust
Posted byReally Awful Movies 2016-10-26 2016-10-25 Posted inExploitation filmsTags:80s horror movies, cannibal movies, found footage, Italian cinema
What can you say about Cannibal Holocaust that hasn't already been said?
Certainly among the most gruesome, savagely unrelenting and uncompromising films of all time. And they should've compromised, at least with respect to the animal abuse, which is absolutely inexcusable.
Since much of this non nutrient-rich jungle topsoil has already been covered, it's worth comparing Cannibal Holocaust to another Italian jungle cannibal film about which similar criticisms were justifiably levied. And that's Cannibal Ferox.
Think of this as a Cannibal VS Cannibal Tale of the Tape (or maybe tape worm, given their locales).
Both films are directed by Italians. Both feature indescribably repellent westerners traipsing about the Amazon like they own the place and abusing the natives. Both films start in New York City. Both feature aerial footage thereof and of the real, not urban jungle. Both ease into the nastiness with bugs, feature awful animal abuse, anthropologist protagonists, appendages being lopped off, entrails eaten…
The key difference is how the source material, however base, is handled. Ruggero Deodato's genius involved introducing the world of horror to the found footage conceit in 1980, which here works exceedingly well. (It's since been beaten like a dead horse…or rather, like a dead horse whose dying moments were captured for posterity on video.) Many were actually fooled into thinking this was real at the time and Deodato was famously brought up in his native Italy on obscenity charges.
The mission here is much more serious than the ersatz academic one in Cannibal Ferox, with its PhD student and two "assistants," who'd fare well in a road trip to The Big Easy but whose propensity to pack whiskey rather than foodstuffs were not the proper stuff of research expeditions. Cannibal Ferox is an inherently silly film, with leering guides and inane dialogue that compromise its most gruesome set-piece – the hanging scene.
By contrast, Deodado lures the viewer into the Amazonian jungle via a seemingly legit anthropologist; and his rescue mission is led by rough-and-tumble guides who know how to handle weaponry and in whom an audience invests.
When they find video footage of the ill-fated expedition, we visit the jungle's heart of darkness a second time. We really do get a sense, from beyond the grave of what the videographers had to deal with (and how they were mostly to blame for their fate, surrogates for manipulative Italian media conduct if we're to believe Deodato's inspiration).
Umberto Lenzi, on the other hand, introduces us to an evil force in Cannibal Ferox through noted genre kingpin John Morghen as unhinged Mike. He'd already been characterized (or caricatured) as a New York City dope fiend, so when he decides to take his drug-fueled frustrations out on the jungle dwellers upon meeting up with the researchers, it comes as no surprise.
Deodato makes his protagonists sympathetic and takes you into their world first through Dr Monroe, the anthropologist leading a rescue mission, then via an initially credible (if solipsistic) team of filmmakers.
Also upping the interest ante, was having not one but two warring tribes in this part of Amazonia, and Western interlopers picking sides to add more fuel to the fire. This story was part of the founding of Canada and carries on to the geopolitics of the present day (and no, we're not comparing the conduct of the Huron or the Iroquois to the tribes depicted here).
It's certainly a more interesting idea than Gloria, the PhD candidate's inane null hypothesis regarding conquistador-generated rumors of cannibalism that she later won't even admit to being actually true.
The notion that the Western Left has a blind spot regarding other culture's transgressions is the very interesting idea behind Eli Roth's The Green Inferno, an idea that by all accounts was mishandled (we admit, we haven't seen it). That film got its title from Cannibal Holocaust.
To sum up though. Cannibal Holocaust by a nose, so to speak.
But really, these films defy critique. It's a bygone era and there's no way to recapture the amoral (OK twisted), devil-may-care guerrilla ethos that went into them. Nor should anybody try.
[Explore the jungle in our Cannibal Ferox podcast]
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Phantasm: Ravager

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Here are a couple more of my art journal pages. I love the quote that Leslie posted and used that as the journaling on my cup page, then our next assignment was just to play. Put whatever we wanted on our page, play with paint, texture, stamps, just whatever spoke to us. I used a couple of stickers, and a tag that came from a piece of clothing. I really like the way the LIFE one turned out! The clock is a reminder to have faith and to live life and be present in life. I hope I can use this reminder on a daily basis....I sometimes desperately need it.
soo lovely! love all the different colors, techniques, and those hearts!!
Your style is so unique, Sharla! Have you ever art journaled before?? You have really inspired me with your work. I love the cup page with all those hearts...and that tag on your Life page is from Kohls, right? I have been going to use one of those for so long...love those colors!!!!
I can't seem to get to your blog by clicking on your name in my comments section?


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Now I wanna try to identify the "dead" leads on my database and bad data. These leads came from different sources and it's time to clean up the house.
I'm been conservative so I'll check out first if I can bring them back and wanna see the inactive leads from last year. The issue is that I'm using an Inactivity filter to sort them out, but these filters archive the data after 90 days. So.... maybe some of those leads have been active this year?
As you can see, I'm also using my program status to see if any of them interacted in some way with us.
Depends whom you consider ready to remove.
Inactivity doesn't archive because it's not a log entry - it's an absence of a log entry. But sure, it will get affected after 90 days or 25 months depending on the removal dates of actual activity.
Opened isn't reliable so it shouldn't be the ONLY filter.
Person Was Created - I'd rather use Created At. It will run faster.
Once you have identified your list to remove from Marketo, do you recommend exporting the list first?


Lenovo is set to launch a new smartphone in India this month. The Chinese consumer electronics giant has sent out media invites for a launch event in New Delhi that is scheduled for October 16 in the country. While the invite does not reveal the name of the smartphone that will be unveiled at the event, it consists of the words 'The Killer Returns'. Based on the information, it is expected that the manufacturer will launch a successor to the Lenovo K8 Note. It has been more than more than a year that Lenovo has launched a smartphone in India. To recall, the company had launched the K8 Plus and K8 in September 2017.
The last smartphone in Lenovo's K Note lineup was the K8 Note, which was launched in India in August last year. The company usually calls the smartphones in this series as 'Killer Note', which is why the invite sent by Lenovo hints at the launch of a new K Note-Series smartphone in the country. The invite does not reveal any information about the handset, but it shows a possible metallic frame and rounded corners. As mentioned, the launch date of the smartphone is October 16 and we can expect more details about the handset in the days leading up to the launch.
It is worth mentioning that Lenovo had launched a few other smartphones in the K-Series after the K8-Series, but none of them made their way into India. Meanwhile, the company is set to launch the Lenovo Z5 Pro in China soon. The company may release either a rebranded version of the smartphone in India at the event, but it is highly unlikely.
Since the smartphones in the K-Series fall in the mid-budget segment, if Lenovo launched the K8 Note successor, its price in India is expected to be in the Rs. 10,000 to Rs. 20,000 range. Other details on the new Lenovo smartphone are scarce at the moment, and we refrain from speculating right now, as we can expect more details about the upcoming handset in the next few days.


Two hundred kilometres of coastline runs along Maremma, stretching from the beautiful Gulf of Baratti in the north, with its dark sand and tall pine forest, all the way to the golden beaches of Capalbio and its dune, not 100 km from Rome. This coast offers tourist the choice between wild and semi-deserted beaches or more equipped facilities, hidden coves in the Mediterranean scrub or long and white beaches, some easily reached by car, others only accessible by boat or on foot.
The coast of Scarlino, which spans most of the Gulf of Follonica, boasts one of the most beautiful beaches in Italy, Cala Violina, whose notoriety means it is often overcrowded in summer. That said, it is still worthwhile going to see it but it's best to enjoy sea views from any of the other numerous coves dotted along the Parco delle Cale, or even the protected area of the Bandite di Scarlino nature reserve, which can only be explored on foot, horse or bicycle. This area begins at the industrial archeology of Terra Rossa, just south of the Marina di Scarlino, and runs right to the Civinini beach strip. If you take a walk in the shade of the Mediterranean scrub, you'll be able to enjoy breathtaking sea views out towards Elba Island, Piombino and Sparviero islet, right in front of Punta Ala.


The .MEDICAL new gTLD was withdrawn.
Some Trademarks started to register domain names in the end of the year: .LUNDBECK - .LUPIN - .HISAMITSU and .TEVA created between 9 to 30 personalized domain names. The rest of these applications mostly stick to one single domain name registration but .LILLY which had three in December.
One extension has been highly successful and never lost registrations from one month to the other: the .CARE Top-Level Domains gained 4,000 new registrations in one year to end with more than 17,000 registrations. Same for the .DOCTOR TLD which sticked to the blue during the year. It started from 2,118 registrations and ended to 3,751. The .HEALTH extension has been doing good as well as .HOSPITAL and the restricted .PHARMACY : all kept receiving registrations from January to December.
Health related volumes of domain names are increasing globally and it looks like registants are renewing them but within 3 extensions: .DIET - .SURGERY and .HIV. I believe it will take time for private surgeons to realize that there is an online identity created "just for them" but I think that .DIET should be adopted much faster.
I have been asked several times why .RIP ("Rest In Peace" or "Requiescat In Pace") was added to this report and I still have no answer to that question. I wanted to keep an eye on this string because it is the only one that gives websites a perfect identity for a content dedicated to someone who passed away. I wonder when businesses related to the death take advantage of this (online cemeteries, French pompes funèbres...) because these are lucrative and the web is full of messages dedicated to people who passed away. The .RIP new gTLD can give them a strong identity...up to 10 years in packaged offers.


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The Winners List and All The History Made at the 2021 Golden Globes
March 1, 2021 8:27AM EST
The Golden Globes certainly look different this year, but hey, at least they happened. Tina Fey co-hosted in New York City while her counterpart Amy Poehler was live in Beverly Hills across the country. The two hosted a bi-coastal awards show filled with virtual acceptance speeches, some live presenters, and an audience filled with frontline workers.
History was constantly being made through the night, even while happening virtually. Choe Zhao was the first woman of color and only second woman ever to take home the best director trophy.
Chadwick Boseman became the first Black actor to win a Golden Globe posthumously. His wife tearfully accepted the award.
Anya-Taylor Joy from 'Queen's Gambit' became the first woman of Latin descent to win her category of best actress in a miniseries or TV film. Daniel Kaluuya and John Boyega were both the first British-born Black actors to earn the trophies in their perspective categories as well.
All the History Made at the 2021 Golden Globes https://t.co/t5Pdu6Gr75
— E! News (@enews) March 1, 2021
Check out a full list of winners.
'Schitt's Creek' wins Best TV Series – Musical or Comedy #GoldenGlobes https://t.co/CvCHTQQrNM
— Rolling Stone (@RollingStone) March 1, 2021


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Uridium Download (1988 Arcade action Game)
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Your home solar system of 15 planets has been attacked by a horde of Super Dreadnoughts, from a race who wish to harvest your universe's minerals for their own use. You must pilot your craft through some of the hardest levels ever created and shoot down all the enemy space craft and ground weapons, and avoid the many indestructible hazards. The innovation is that you do not simply travel in a single direction, but instead move from left to right or right to left depending on where the current targets are, in a manner more similar to Defender than most shoot 'em ups.
Uridium is a fun, original fast scrolling shoot-'em-up that is much better known on the Commodore 64. In one of the "stock" sci-fi plots that we have heard a hundred times before, the plot is just another variant of overused defend-the-Earth premise: a squadron of formidable enemy Super-Dreadnought ships, needing mineral fuel to power their interstellar unit, is draining the mineral resources from all 15 planets in your galactic sector. Each Super-Dreadnought, in orbit around one planet, is mining a special metal. This irreversible mineral depletion must be stopped immediately, or it will destroy all planet life. Your mission is to repeal the enemy attack with your special Manta fighter. The odds against you are enormous because you are the lone remaining defender (naturally) of this planetary sector. Your ultimate goal is to annihilate all 15 Super-Dreadnoughts and accumulate as many points as possible. If you complete all 15 levels-and only the best pilots will even come close-you qualify for a special offer for a Uridium emblem from Hewson (if anyone has a picture of this, let me know).
Flying on top of their surface structure at extremely high speed, you must use your cannons to blow the flying fortresses' defences to smithereens whilst weaving around avoiding obstacles, mines and waves of alien fighters sworn to protect it. Once you have taken out these out, you are able to land and engage the ship's self-destruct sequence and can move onto the next target. A very difficult but enjoyable challenge which runs beautifully with good sound and music, it's largely let down by the monochrome graphics.
OK, no way to seriously play this. Go berserk and fly against the enemies in high-speed. It somehow doesn't seem to be possible to slow the game down, but it is REALLY hard to play it like it runs on a Pentium. Basically a pretty nice game, especially for 1986. The name still ranks among the all time greatest Shooter-Games. If you manage to find a good configuration for this one I am sure you will enjoy it. For the one or two minutes you might be able to maneuver your spaceship at this speed it isn't even bad either - just not very successfull.
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Ravinder Reddy, né en 1956 à Suryapet en Inde dans l'Andhra Pradesh, est un artiste qui réalise des statues monumentales. Ces œuvres sont un mélange de différentes sources iconographiques (pop art comme Andy Warhol, et les traditions indiennes), et de différents procédés techniques. Il fait référence aux divinités yakshis.

Expositions

 76 Grand Street, New York, septembre  2001
 Jardin d'acclimatation,
 Paris-Delhi-Bombay..., Centre Georges-Pompidou (Paris),

Œuvres

 Red painted head, 2006, 196×119×180 cm, résine et fibre de verre
Tara, 2004
Blue head, 2001
Gooper gilded head, 2001
Appayamma, 2001
Krishnaveni II, 2000

Bibliographie

Beaux Arts Magazine, n°268,

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Des photos d'œuvres

Artiste contemporain indien
Naissance en 1956

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The No. 1 reason why you get friend-zoned by wealthy men is lack of sexual tension! So we will show you how to build massive sexual tension now!
When you are talking to him, slow down. Make sure you talk slowly, and introduce pauses. Pauses are very important in terms of building sexual tension! Just stop talking occasionally and be okay with the silence. In attraction, there is no such thing called "awkward silence" because that's exactly when sexual tension is built! So you must be okay with it.
If you are trying to fill the "awkward silence" with words, he knows you are trying to invest in the relationship with him, so he doesn't want to work hard to get you anymore and you look less attractive immediately.
Look at his eyes for one second; look at his nose for one second; look at his lips for one second; look at his eye brows for one second... (You don't need to count "1, 2, and 3" in your head; just move your eyes slowly.) Now you've got the gist - your eyes are "travelling" on different areas of his face slowly when you are talking slowly with occasional pauses.
When you are doing this, you should lean forward a little bit so that your face is not too far away from his face.
Make sure you are not grinning at him while doing this. You can have a subtle smile, i.e. slightly drunk smile or orgasmic smile.
This is done under the radar, so he wouldn't know what exactly happened and he can't see you as a friend anymore - the massive sexual tension has been created and he can't ignore that!
Wealthy men have seen many classy movies to understand what that means. If you watch some classy movie in which there are some romantic scenes, you will notice those lovers interact exactly like this when they are on a date!
Indeed, tweaking your eye contact and body language is more important than you think.


South America offers rich pickings to travellers eager for adventure. This huge continent encompasses almost every habitat and climate zone imaginable – from lush rainforest to arid desert, fertile pastures to active volcanoes. These landscapes have outlasted millennia of different civilisations, many of which left behind a treasure trove of ruins waiting to be explored.
Whether your idea of fun involves climbing snowy peaks, exploring ancient temples or scuba diving on tropical reefs, South America has an experience for you. Here are six essential adventures that you'll never forget.
Visitors to the Parque Nacional Natural Tayrona in Northern Colombia can enjoy lounging around in lots of dense rainforest and beautiful sandy beaches. But those eager for an active adventure should look into the wild 5-day trek out to the 'Lost City', Ciudad Perdida.
Ciudad Perdida is thought to date back as far as the 7th century, but was abandoned soon after the arrival of the Spanish. Overtaken by forest, the remains of the city were undisturbed until they were rediscovered by grave robbers in 1972. While the archaeological remains of the city are not as breathtaking as Peru's famous Machu Picchu, the hike out to the ruins take you on an unforgettable adventure through dense forest, up and down steep hills and finally a climb up 1,200 stone steps to the ruins of the city itself. The rough tracks and regular river crossings mean that this trek is easier during the dry season, which runs from December to March.
Pucón lies 780km south of Santiago in Chile's stunningly beautiful lake district. Situated on the shores of Lago Villarrica, and surrounded by rivers, waterfalls and hot springs, the city offers a range of outdoor activities such as fly-fishing, kayaking and nature walks. But the hope of reaching the summit of the Villarrica Volcano in Parque Nacional Villarrica is what brings most visitors to Pucón.
The climb (usually over six hours) is physically demanding and should only be attempted with the help of a reputable tour company. Reaching the summit is not a forgone conclusion – adverse weather conditions and the volcano itself (one of Chile's most active) can force climbers to turn back. But those who get to the top will be treated to spectacular views and (when conditions are right) a glimpse of a lava lake inside the crater. And after the hard work going up, the descent is less strenuous: an exhilarating 30-to-60 minute sledge ride down the side of the mountain. Although ascents are possible year-round, you'll have the best chance of success between October and April.
The Atacama Desert in northern Chile is one of the most otherworldly places in South America. The extreme lack of moisture gives the region incredibly clear skies – there is no better place on earth to look up at the stars and consider your insignificance in relation to the universe.
Although the high altitudes do not make it an easy journey (many experience headaches and lethargy), crossing the Atacama between San Pedro de Atacama (Chile) and Uyuni (Bolivia) is an unforgettable experience. The journey takes several days in a 4x4 vehicle and takes you past the enormous Licancabur Volcano, thermal springs, moon-like valleys and brightly coloured mineral lakes teaming with flamingos. But the indisputable highlight of this journey is Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat. The lack of features on this enormous white expanse makes this a popular spot for taking perspective-bending photos; it also features an eerie 'cemetery' of ancient, abandoned trains.
The crossing is can be made in either direction at any time of year. Salar de Uyuni looks particularly spectacular after rainfall and although this is unpredictable, your best chance will be between December and April.
For many young Argentinians, driving the epic Ruta 40 is seen as a rite of passage. Starting close to the southernmost point of Argentina, the road known as 'La Cuarenta' runs northwards for over 5,000km, crossing 11 provinces and 20 national parks before finishing up at the border with Bolivia.
For those who don't have time to drive the entire route, the Patagonian section of the track still makes for an amazing road trip, taking in some of the most awe-inspiring scenery in South America. Allow plenty of time for side trips to the Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate and Mount Fitz Roy in El Chaltén.
While the surroundings are in turns stunningly beautiful and starkly desolate, this is no Sunday drive. Significant stretches of the route are made up of ripio – rough, rocky gravel – so plenty of preparation and a well-equipped 4x4 vehicle are advisable. The Patagonian winters are harsh, so Ruta 40 is best attempted between November and March.
Located 1,000km west of mainland Ecuador, the Galápagos Islands are home to vast numbers of plants and animals found nowhere else on Earth. In recognition of the unique wildlife, the islands are designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the surrounding waters form a huge marine reserve.
While there is plenty of wildlife to see above ground – including the Galápagos giant tortoise – the real riches are found in the sea. Marine iguanas, sea lions, dolphins and sea turtles are easily spotted from boats, while a true thrill can be found if you jump right in and snorkel or scuba dive with sharks. There are 12 shark species found in this region, including whale sharks, Galápagos sharks and hammerheads.
While day trips from island bases are available, the best dive experiences require the booking of 'liveaboard' dive boats, which enable divers to reach the wilder waters of the remote Darwin and Wolf Islands. The water is coldest between June and November, but June also brings the highest chance of seeing whale sharks and huge shoals of hammerheads.
For many travellers, an experience doesn't become an adventure until you add a generous pinch of danger. This partly explains the popularity of cycling down the North Yungas Road, popularly known as 'Death Road'. Setting the danger element to one side for a moment, this really is an epic cycling adventure – cyclists descend 3,600m on 64km of mostly downhill gravel track which takes in truly breath-taking scenery.
While many thousands of riders descend this road each year without mishap, the danger element is not entirely hype. Rough tracks, hairpin bends and sheer drops without barriers mean that injuries (and, very rarely, fatalities) do happen. But for the great majority, this epic four-hour downhill ride is one of the highlights of their time in Bolivia, and a great capstone on a rollicking adventure throughout the continent.


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 * File:   RPCServicePacketFactory.h
 * Author: rmartins
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#ifndef RPCSERVICEPACKETFACTORY_H
#define	RPCSERVICEPACKETFACTORY_H

#include <euryale/common/io/ByteInputStream.h>
#include <euryale/net/packet/PacketFactory.h>
#include <stheno/core/p2p/network/net/stream/packet/StreamChannelPacketFactory.h>
#include <stheno/services/rpc/net/packet/RPCInvocationOneWayPacket.h>
#include <stheno/services/rpc/net/packet/RPCInvocationPacket.h>
#include <stheno/services/rpc/net/packet/RPCInvocationReplyPacket.h>

class RPCServicePacketFactory: public StreamChannelPacketFactory{
public:
    RPCServicePacketFactory(){}
    virtual ~RPCServicePacketFactory(){}

    SthenoStreamPacket* createPacket(SthenoStreamHeader* header, ByteInputStream& is);
};

#endif	/* RPCSERVICEPACKETFACTORY_H */


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Normalfördelning (ibland Gaussfördelning eller Gausskurva) är en viktig fördelning inom sannolikhetsteori och statistik. En normalfördelad variabel antar ofta värden som ligger nära medelvärdet och mycket sällan värden som har en stor avvikelse. Därför påminner normalfördelningen om en kulle eller en klocka och i engelskan används ofta beteckningen bell curve.

Normalfördelningens betydelse framgår av den centrala gränsvärdessatsen, enligt vilken summan av ett stort antal oberoende slumpmässiga variabler är approximativt normalfördelad under vissa allmänna förutsättningar, oavsett vilken fördelning dessa variabler hade från början. Normalfördelningen är därför betydelsefull för beskrivningar av företeelser i naturen och i samhällen då många skeenden kan beskrivas med stor noggrannhet av normalfördelningen.

Det är vanligt att fördelningen av en studerad parameter är okänd. Normalfördelningen kan då användas som en preliminär beskrivning av parametern, eftersom mätningar av parametrar ofta är behäftade med många mindre, oberoende och slumpmässiga variationer.

Exempel – singla slant
Om en slant singlas 100 gånger kommer antalet gånger sidan "krona" kommer upp att vara binomialfördelat. Men eftersom varje slantsingling är oberoende av de övriga kommer summan av antal "krona" för 100 försök att vara ungefär normalfördelad med väntevärdet 50.

Ofta är det mycket enklare att approximera en slumpmässig variabel med en normalfördelning än att beräkna enskilda sannolikheter och då många slumpmässiga fenomen är summor av många små slumpmässiga tillskott fungerar det vanligtvis väl. Historiskt sett var möjligheten att approximera stora binomialfördelningar det första tillämpningsområdet för normalfördelningen.

Definition
Normalfördelningen har täthetsfunktionen

,
där μ och σ är normalfördelningens karakteristiska konstanter: μ är väntevärdet och σ är standardavvikelsen för fördelningen. Denna normalfördelning betecknas med .

Normalfördelningens täthetsfunktion kan inte integreras med vanliga endimensionella metoder eftersom den inte har någon primitiv funktion som kan uttryckas analytiskt. Arean under kurvan kan emellertid med andra metoder visas vara 1, vilket den måste vara för att vara en sannolikhetsfördelning.

En standardiserad normalfördelning har μ = 0 och σ = 1.

Fördelningsfunktionen för en standardiserad normalfördelning brukar betecknas med  och sambandet mellan fördelningsfunktion och täthetsfunktion är
.
Fördelningsfunktionen anger sannolikheten för att en normalfördelad variabel Y är mindre än eller lika med ett visst tal a:
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Sannolikheten att en normalfördelad variabel Y hamnar i ett intervall  är
.

Normalfördelningars egenskaper

Fördelningsfunktion
Fördelningsfunktionen för en godtycklig normalfördelad variabel  kan erhållas från fördelningsfunktionen för en standardnormalfördelad variabel:
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Denna egenskap medför att tabeller för normalfördelningar bara redovisar fördelningsfunktionen , eftersom alla andra normalfördelningar på detta sätt kan översättas till en normalfördelning med väntevärdet 0 och standardavvikelsen 1.

Symmetri
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Denna symmetri medför att tabeller bara behöver redovisa  för positiva tal x.

Linjär förändring
Om

och a, b
är konstanter så gäller att den linjära formen
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det vill säga, väntevärdet förändras på samma linjära sätt och standardavvikelsen ökar med faktorn a.

Summa av två oberoende normalfördelade variabler
Om

och

är oberoende så gäller att deras summa

Motsvarande gäller för differenser av oberoende normalfördelade variabler.

Se även
 Tabell över den kumulativa normalfördelningsfunktionen

Referenser

Externa länkar

Sannolikhetsfördelningar


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Q: Открытие файла Си без консоли Всем привет! Сделал небольшую шалость. Программа заполняет рабочий стол файлами. Как мне сделать так, что бы консоль небыло видно? Я не использую никаких там WinApi и т.д. Чисто консольное приложение. Так вообще возможно сделать? Прошу не ругаться, я только учусь)

A: В опциях компилятора или настройках проекта в IDE, которой вы пользуетесь, надо указать подсистему вашего приложения как WINDOWS, а не CONSOLE.
Для командной строки:
Если пользуетесь GCC (g++.exe), то компилируйте с опциями -Wl,-subsystem,windows
Для MS Visual C++ (cl.exe) аналогичные опции: /link /SUBSYSTEM:WINDOWS
Если пользуетесь Visual Studio, то там это делается в настройках приложения. Как именно, гугл подскажет лучше меня (я предпочитаю командную строку). Вот, например, одна из первых ссылок по запросу "visual studio set project subsystem": https://web.cecs.pdx.edu/~fliu/courses/cs447/tutorial1.html

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Time for the Sports Dude to do some actual analysis. With the NFL season right around the corner, it's time for everybody's favorite: the Power Rankings. With pre-season hope still riding high for every team, except possibly the Raiders and the Bengals, one could make the case for any team to top the list, but this is just one simple blogger's point of a view (albeit a knowledgeable, yet overly-confident college student).
As always, there's the chance these rankings could very well end up being completely meaningless, but I'm just going to disregard that because at least for right now, I'm 100% not wrong.
Along with my prediction for each team, you'll get one fantasy player who will exceed expectations (completely free of charge!) How about them apples?
32 – Bengals – What do you get when you put together an already bad NFL team, a publicity stunt appearance on "Hard Knocks," and a player who legally changed his name to a grammatically incorrect spelling of his jersey number in Spanish? Answer: an even worse NFL team. I pity Bengals fans this season.
Prediction: 3-13.
Fantasy player to watch: Cedric Benson – After never living up to expectations in Chicago, the former number four overall pick quietly had a nice run as the starter last year; could flourish in full-time gig.
31 – Lions – I like what Jim Schwartz brings to the Lions and I guarantee that they will win more games this year than they did last year, although I don't think it will be by much. Matthew Stafford will be a good NFL quarterback, but not this year. Rookie quarterbacks are almost never successful, especially when they are thrown into bad situations.
Fantasy player to watch: Brandon Pettigrew – With Calvin Johnson sure to draw double and triple teams, look for Stafford to use Pettigrew as his security blanket a lot this season.
30 – Rams – Marc Bulger has been awful the past two years, and that was when he had Torry Holt as a go-to receiver. Who is he going to throw to now, Randy McMichael?
Fantasy player to watch: Steven Jackson – Is there a single player more important to his team's offense than him this year? Jackson will get plenty of touches, health is the key.
29 – Browns – Will finally hand starting gig to Brady Quinn. Unfortunately, that means they will have to take their lumps as Quinn learns on the job. I do like what Mangini will bring to the defense, but it'll take him more than one year to turn things around.
Fantasy player to watch: Braylon Edwards – Let's just say I was visibly angry when my buddy Alon grabbed him right one spot ahead of me in the draft. Could be a top-5 receiver this year at a 6th round value.
28 – Raiders – Until Al Davis goes away, the Raiders will continue dwell in mediocrity (or worse), but there are some exciting pieces to work with. Darren McFadden, Justin Fargess and Michael Bush form a legitimate three-headed monster of a backfield that will take pressure off of developing quarterback JaMarcus Russell, but until someone steps up to help All-Pro CB Nnamdi Asomugha, the sieve-like run defense will be their undoing.
Fantasy player to watch: Darren McFadden – As talented as Adrian Peterson, just needs the help in the trenches; could emerge as a fantasy stud this year. Keep an eye on Zach Miller as well.
27 – Chiefs – Not sold on Matt Cassel outside of New England. When you trade Randy Moss, Wes Welker and a top-5 O-line for Dwayne Bowe, Mark Bradley and the rotting corpse of Larry Johnson, you unquestionably take a step back. Heck, give me Moss and Welker and I could put up 3,000 yards.
Prediction: 5-11
Fantasy player to watch: Dwayne Bowe – A near lock for 1,000 yards and 6 touchdowns. Not sexy, but he will produce.
26 – Buccaneers – Let me get this straight, Byron Leftwich is the starting quarterback? Really? This is the same team that stockpiled like five quarterbacks two years ago. What happened? Washed up quarterback, new offensive scheme and a defensive-minded head coach. Without even knowing the number, I'll take the under on every single of their games this season.
Fantasy player to watch: Kellen Winslow Jr – Over 1,100 yards in 2007 and then crashed with the rest of the Browns in '08. I feel a major comeback with the change of scenery this season.
25 – Jets – They have the same issue as the Lions: starting a rookie QB. Difference is, Mark Sanchez only had one full season under center in college. Is he talented? Yea, no doubt. Would Kellen Clemens be any better? Probably not. But remember, there have only been three quarterbacks to lead their team to at least seven wins in their rookie season: Dan Marino, Kerry Collins and Matt Ryan (as multiple readers have pointed out, Big Ben and Joe Flacco have done so as well, my mistake).
Fantasy player to watch: Defense/ST – Even though Pod Vader from the Fantasy Focus on ESPN isn't a fan, I think defensive mastermind Rex Ryan will implement a run-first scheme that will keep the defense rested and off the field, and the scoring low.
24 – Seahawks – Quickly becoming a media darling in the putrid NFC West. I wish former-Oregon Duck Max Unger all the best, but I just don't see it.
Fantasy player to watch: Matt Hasselbeck – With his receivers healthy again, I could see the gritty Hasselbeck re-emerge as a premier QB in the NFC.
23 – Jaguars – Unfortunately they play in the toughest division in football, and even more unfortunately, three of their first four games are against the AFC South. The other game? The NFC champions Arizona Cardinals. Quite possibly could start the year 0-4.
Prediction 6-10
Fatntasy player to watch: Torry Holt – Had 8 straight 1,000 yard season before the Rams fell apart last year. May be getting older, but the crafty veteran will be the favorite target of surprisingly effective David Garrard.
22 – Dolphins – They had a magical Cinderella season last year, but with the inevitable year-after curse and an off-season for teams to figure out the Wildcat, the Dolphins will come crashing back to earth. Of course, with Parcell's running the ship, there's always a chance Miami will jump the Bills and have a shot at the Wild Card come December.
Fantasy player to watch: Anthony Fasano – Fasano was a favorite red-zone target of Chad Pennington last season, totally seven touchdowns. Fasano should see an increased workload between the 20's this year as well.
Come back tomorrow for teams 21 through 11.
If you have a disagreement with any of my rankings, please feel free to make your argument in the comments!


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Q: Add custom method to useFormContext react-hook-form I have a complex form and I want to implement a hardSubmit method like this.
It works good,
The problem is I don´t know how add this method as valid whit TS
const Form=()=>{
  const hardSubmit = () => {
    console.log('hard submit');
    setFormStatus(FORM_LABELS.loading);
    handleSubmit((props: any) => {
      console.log('submit');
      onSubmit(props);
    })();
  };

Return(
      <FormProvider {...methods} hardSubmit={hardSubmit}> //<--- TS don´t allow me add "add hardSubmit"
       <form
         onSubmit={handleSubmit((data: any) => onSubmit(data))
       >
         // ... nested compoonents
       </form>
     </FormProvider>
)}

Source : https://react-hook-form.com/api/useformcontext/

A: As I mentioned in my comment; you could create your own FormProvider component which extends the default FormProviderProps and the custom hardSubmit you want to add.
import { FC } from "react";
import { FormProvider, FormProviderProps } from "react-hook-form";

interface Props extends FormProviderProps<any, any> {
  hardSubmit: () => void;
}

export const MyFormProvider: FC<Props> = ({
  children,
  hardSubmit,
  ...formProps
}) => {
  return (
    <FormProvider {...formProps}>
      {children}
      <button onClick={hardSubmit}>hard submit</button>
    </FormProvider>
  );
};

You could use this like
import { useForm } from "react-hook-form";
import "./styles.css";
import { MyFormProvider } from "./MyFormProvider";

export default function App() {
  const methods = useForm();

  const hardSubmit = () => {
    console.log("hard submit");
  };

  return (
    <MyFormProvider {...methods} hardSubmit={hardSubmit}>
      <form onSubmit={methods.handleSubmit(console.log, console.log)}>
        <input placeholder="test" {...methods.register("name")} />
        <button type="submit">submit</button>
      </form>
    </MyFormProvider>
  );
}

Have a look at this codesandbox for a working example


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Q: Going live again in Dialogflow with legacy skill after upgrading to V2 on the Actions on Google side I made some modifications in Dialogflow on a legacy Actions on Google skill.
Namely I switched to the V2 protocol on the AOG side since V1 is going away in February. Again, I only changed the Dialogflow to/from Actions On Google protocol version.
Can you tell me how do I go live with this? The skill is a legacy skill. It is using the V1 Dialogflow protocol (fulfillment side), so the new versioning beta feature will not work.
The AOG console says "You modified Actions, but have not created a release for the new draft." I can't find anything to start promoting a new draft.
I'm stuck.


Next Monday, February begins. Its a short month with a groundhog mascot specifically designed to trick you into thinking that spring is on its way! Lies. We won't even go into the fact that the month is further complicated by Valentine's Day with its confusing sets of rules for the singletons, high expectations for those a few months into their relationship, and wealth of conundrums for those who had a date anywhere between the dates of February 7 to February 13. February, we curse your misleading number of days and false hopes.
To ease the pain of February and drown out the sounds of the TBS Bridget Jones Diary Valentines Day marathon, we've provided you with a slammin playlist of available singles off upcoming February albums.


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Joshua Chamberlain, A Beloved Maine Legend
by Steve Hrehovcik | Dec 3, 2015 | Writing | 0 comments
After four years of brutal fighting the American Civil War at last came to an end in 1865. At the surrender ceremony at Appomattox Court House, Virginia one of Maine's sons, Joshua L. Chamberlain, would play a major role in this historic event. Chamberlain was selected to command the Union troops that would receive the flag of surrender from the Confederate Army.
As the defeated troops, commanded by General John B. Gordon, marched to lay down their arms, they expected the victorious Union soldiers to humiliate and degrade them. To Gordon's surprise Chamberlain ordered the conquered army to be shown honor and respect. In his memoirs Gordon remembers Chamberlain for his gallant gesture as "one of the knighliest soldiers of the Federal Army."
One of the reasons Chamberlain earned the honor to preside at Appomattox was his courageous leadership and daring in the critical Battle of Gettysburg, July 2, 1863. He commanded the 20th Regiment of Maine Volunteers and had orders to protect on the southern slope of Little Round Top, a strategic defense position.
Two days of bloody combat left Chamberlain's unit with many casualties and ammunition dangerously low. Confederate troops mounted another frontal attack. According to Chamberlain's report: "At that crisis I ordered the bayonet. The word was enough."
At Chamberlain's command the 20th Maine stormed down the hill routing the attackers and turning the tide of the battle. Many historians credit Chamberlain's heroic leadership at Gettysburg for the high esteem and recognition he received in Maine and the nation after the war.
By the time the war came to an end Chamberlain had fought in 20 battles, had six horses shot from under him and was wounded six times. In a letter to his wife after he received a wound at the battle of Petersburg he showed some of his wit. He wrote, "I am not of Virginia blood, but she is of mine." He completed his military service with the rank of brigadier general.
Chamberlain was born in Brewer, Maine in 1828 to Joshua and Sarah Dupee Chamberlain. He was the oldest of five children. He studied at Bowdoin College in Brunswick and the Bangor Theological Seminary where he prepared for a career in the ministry abroad. He was fluent in nine languages other than English, including Greek, Latin, Hebrew, Syriac and several European dialects.
While at Bowdoin he met a number of influential people including Harriet Beecher Stowe, author of the powerful anti-slavery novel, Uncle Tom's Cabin. When Abraham Lincoln met Stowe he referred to her as "the little woman that wrote the book that made this great war."
Chamberlain married Fanny Adams in 1855. She was the daughter of a local minister and had a talent as a musician and artist. They had five children. One was born as a premature baby and did not survive. Two others died in infancy.
Just prior to the war Chamberlain started a career in education as a professor of rhetoric at Bowdoin. When the war broke out he had the great desire to serve his country following the military traditions of his great-grand fathers, grand father and father.
His wife would say that her great rival was the war. In the fall of 1864 he was on leave at home recovering from a serious wound that would have excused him from further service. As soon as he recovered he returned to combat duty.
Following the war Chamberlain returned to Maine and pursued a political career. He was held in such high esteem that he was elected governor and served four one-year terms.
When he left political office he returned to his beloved Bowdoin College where he was appointed president, serving for twelve years. There he introduced a number of controversial studies including science and engineering, which challenged the conservative school's traditional teaching.
In his later years Chamberlain became involved in several business ventures and served as the U.S. Surveyor of Customs in Portland. He also wrote of his wartime experiences and was honored at events by dignitaries such as President Theodore Roosevelt and Mark Twain.
He died in 1914 at the age of 86 of wounds he received years earlier at Petersburg, Virginia. His remarkable life has been the subject of numerous books such as The Twentieth Maine, Soul of the Lion and The Killer Angels, which became the basis for the film Gettysburg
He is remembered as one of Maine's most prominent heroes, whose legacy inspires ongoing generations.
Every word: civil


90:00+2:07 The referee ends the match.
90:00+1:58 Substitution Mario Gomez goes off and Nils Petersen comes on.
90:00+1:30 Effort from deep inside the area by Aleksandar Kolarov misses to the right of the target.
90:00+0:40 James Milner delivers the ball, save by Manuel Neuer.
89:10 Substitution Franck Ribery goes off and Arjen Robben comes on.
87:45 David Silva challenges Luiz Gustavo unfairly and gives away a free kick. Luiz Gustavo restarts play with the free kick.
83:57 Free kick awarded for a foul by Bastian Schweinsteiger on Nigel De Jong. Nigel De Jong restarts play with the free kick.
83:01 Shot by Aleksandar Kolarov. Save made by Manuel Neuer.
81:57 Substitution Anatoliy Tymoschuk joins the action as a substitute, replacing Toni Kroos.
79:53 Micah Richards fouled by Toni Kroos, the ref awards a free kick. Joe Hart takes the direct free kick.
77:39 A cross is delivered by Toni Kroos, Mario Gomez takes a shot. Joe Hart makes a fantastic save.
77:39 Booking Kolo Toure booked for unsporting behaviour.
77:28 Franck Ribery fouled by Kolo Toure, the ref awards a free kick.
76:35 Direct free kick taken by Philip Lahm.
76:35 Booking The referee books Gnegneri Toure Yaya for unsporting behaviour.
76:28 Gnegneri Toure Yaya gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Franck Ribery.
76:12 Unfair challenge on Franck Ribery by Kolo Toure results in a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Toni Kroos.
73:36 Foul by Luiz Gustavo on Aleksandar Kolarov, free kick awarded. Free kick crossed right-footed by James Milner, save made by Manuel Neuer.
73:11 Free kick awarded for a foul by Jerome Boateng on Sergio Aguero. Gael Clichy takes the free kick.
72:11 Substitution Aleksandar Kolarov joins the action as a substitute, replacing Gareth Barry.
72:11 Outswinging corner taken by Toni Kroos from the right by-line.
71:44 Drilled right-footed shot by Bastian Schweinsteiger. Save by Joe Hart.
68:49 Substitution James Milner on for Samir Nasri.
66:44 Marcio Rafinha takes the free kick.
66:44 Booking Gael Clichy receives a yellow card for unsporting behaviour.
66:35 Unfair challenge on Thomas Muller by Gael Clichy results in a free kick.
66:05 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Philip Lahm by Gareth Barry. Philip Lahm takes the direct free kick.
61:39 Foul by Thomas Muller on Gael Clichy, free kick awarded. Gael Clichy takes the free kick.
60:36 Philip Lahm takes a shot. Save made by Joe Hart.
59:40 Gareth Barry gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Franck Ribery. Philip Lahm restarts play with the free kick.
57:57 Inswinging corner taken by Toni Kroos from the left by-line, Kolo Toure manages to make a clearance.
57:07 The ball is delivered by Philip Lahm, Close range effort by Mario Gomez goes wide of the left-hand upright.
56:23 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Franck Ribery by David Silva. Direct free kick taken by Philip Lahm.
54:50 Substitution Nigel De Jong is brought on as a substitute for Edin Dzeko.
54:02 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Bastian Schweinsteiger by Samir Nasri. The free kick is swung in right-footed by Toni Kroos, clearance by Kolo Toure.
52:59 Free kick awarded for a foul by Marcio Rafinha on Edin Dzeko. Gael Clichy restarts play with the free kick.
51:44 Gareth Barry challenges Bastian Schweinsteiger unfairly and gives away a free kick. Direct free kick taken by Bastian Schweinsteiger.
50:14 Free kick awarded for a foul by Samir Nasri on Marcio Rafinha. Direct free kick taken by Marcio Rafinha.
48:12 Effort on goal by Philip Lahm from outside the penalty box goes harmlessly over the bar.
47:40 Sergio Aguero gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Daniel Van Buyten. Free kick taken by Bastian Schweinsteiger.
46:57 Unfair challenge on Franck Ribery by David Silva results in a free kick. Free kick taken by Manuel Neuer.
45:00+1:46 The ref blows to end the first period.
45:00+0:43 GOAL - Mario Gomez:Bayern Munich 2 - 0 Man City Mario Gomez scores a goal from inside the six-yard box to the bottom left corner of the goal. Bayern Munich 2-0 Man City.
44:48 Free kick awarded for an unfair challenge on Philip Lahm by Edin Dzeko. The ball is sent over by Toni Kroos, Luiz Gustavo takes a shot. Save made by Joe Hart.
41:58 Bastian Schweinsteiger takes the free kick.
41:58 Booking The referee shows Sergio Aguero a yellow card.
41:41 Sergio Aguero concedes a free kick for a foul on Bastian Schweinsteiger.
40:50 Shot by Edin Dzeko. Jerome Boateng gets a block in.
37:55 GOAL - Mario Gomez:Bayern Munich 1 - 0 Man City Mario Gomez finds the net with a goal from close in low into the middle of the goal. Bayern Munich 1-0 Man City.
37:51 Thomas Muller takes a shot. Save by Joe Hart.
37:36 Franck Ribery produces a drilled right-footed shot from 25 yards. Save made by Joe Hart.
36:01 Bastian Schweinsteiger produces a right-footed shot from inside the six-yard box that clears the bar.
34:16 Corner taken right-footed by Toni Kroos, Effort on goal by Franck Ribery from just inside the area clears the bar.
33:54 Franck Ribery sends in a cross, Thomas Muller has a volleyed shot. Vincent Kompany gets a block in.
32:22 Shot by Bastian Schweinsteiger from 25 yards. Save by Joe Hart.
30:28 Effort from 25 yards by Franck Ribery. Save made by Joe Hart.
28:42 A cross is delivered by Micah Richards, clearance made by Daniel Van Buyten.
26:48 The ball is sent over by Franck Ribery, save made by Joe Hart.
25:07 Effort on goal by Toni Kroos from outside the area goes harmlessly over the bar.
23:53 Free kick awarded for a foul by Luiz Gustavo on David Silva. Gnegneri Toure Yaya has an effort direct from the free kick, save by Manuel Neuer.
22:25 Free kick awarded for a foul by Toni Kroos on Gareth Barry. Gareth Barry takes the free kick.
20:08 Bastian Schweinsteiger is penalised for handball and concedes a free kick. Direct free kick taken by David Silva.
18:16 Shot by Bastian Schweinsteiger from a long way out goes over the crossbar.
16:20 Thomas Muller sends in a cross, Vincent Kompany manages to make a clearance.
14:50 Outswinging corner taken by Samir Nasri, Micah Richards takes a shot. Save by Manuel Neuer.
14:31 Edin Dzeko takes a shot. Blocked by Luiz Gustavo.
14:02 Centre by Gael Clichy, Jerome Boateng makes a clearance.
13:03 Marcio Rafinha sends in a cross.
12:35 Thomas Muller sends in a cross, clearance by Kolo Toure.
10:05 Shot from just outside the box by Marcio Rafinha goes over the bar.
8:37 Shot by Bastian Schweinsteiger from 35 yards. Save made by Joe Hart.
6:20 David Silva gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Toni Kroos. Franck Ribery takes the free kick.
3:34 A cross is delivered by Micah Richards, Effort on goal by Edin Dzeko from 12 yards. Save by Manuel Neuer.
2:56 Foul by Luiz Gustavo on Sergio Aguero, free kick awarded. Gareth Barry restarts play with the free kick.
2:39 The ball is delivered by Gael Clichy, clearance made by Bastian Schweinsteiger.
1:02 Free kick awarded for a foul by Toni Kroos on Gareth Barry. Gnegneri Toure Yaya restarts play with the free kick.
0:38 Gareth Barry gives away a free kick for an unfair challenge on Luiz Gustavo. Direct free kick taken by Luiz Gustavo.


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Used Cars | Research and Evaluation | Doing Your Used Car Homework.
Research is just as necessary when shopping for a used car, as it is when selecting a new one—probably more so, though the breadth of useful information is somewhat skimpier when you're buying secondhand.
Used Cars Homework.
Today's shoppers face a bewildering and overwhelming choice of vehicles, whether new or used. Narrowing down the search by planning ahead, focusing on factors that matter most to you, is sure to save time, effort, stress and, yes, money, too.
At least you have access to a lot more information nowadays. Jonathan Banks, executive automotive analyst for NADA Used Car Guide, notes that such independent web sites as AutoTrader.com and Cars.com provide "pricing, content and condition information [that] creates an environment with complete transparency." As we shall see, like those and autoMedia.com as well, many helpful web sites and publications are out there, to make the used car decision-making process even less worrisome.
At the National Remarketing Conference in November 2010, Len Crichter of eCarList advised dealers that, "Your customer is more educated than the dealer, in most cases." That shopper has been researching a single model, or small group of models, and has likely studied several web sites devoted to used cars. More than three-fourths of new- and used-vehicle shoppers research first on the Internet.
Which Vehicle To Buy.
We all have "wants," and we all have "needs." Whether buying a car or any other commodity, decision-making entails a balancing of those two forces.
Unless you're rolling in bucks, or have an emotional attachment to certain vehicles, practical considerations need to be paramount. You can save thousands of dollars by choosing the most sensible vehicle for yourself and your family.
Being realistic, on the other hand, most of us tend to gravitate toward cars that look good, contain features we'd like to have, perform and behave in certain ways on the road—all factors that edge away from the strictly practical.
Ask yourself some critical questions: How old a vehicle would you consider for your used car purchase? Would only a late model used car satisfy? Would you rather pay less and drive home a much older used car? How important is luxury? Will "basic transportation" suffice, or would you be unhappy with a stripped-down model that lacks comforts and pleasures? What about a compromise?
How important is fuel economy? Will a basic subcompact do? Or, must you have a big sedan with a sizable trunk?
Will you be dissatisfied with anything other than, say, an SUV, or a crossover model? How many passengers normally ride along? If you're carrying more than five, you're limited to minivans and three-row SUVs. If you seldom have more than one passenger, a car with a minimal back seat might suffice. If a larger vehicle is in the cards, will it fit easily into your garage or parking space?
Do you crave sportiness, in either style or road behavior? Or both? What about high-performance? How much is enough, and are you willing to pay more for it?
Even though you're buying a used car, how much can you afford? Is your credit good enough to finance a more costly model—and do you really want to? Obviously, the amount you are able to pay (or finance) has to be determined early on.
All these considerations and more should be pondered before you begin shopping. Still, it pays to be flexible, particularly in terms of a particular make, model, and year. If you have your heart set on a specific vehicle, you may be closing the doors to one that might provide nearly all those merits at a markedly lower price. Having one or two alternate choices in the back of your mind pays off, because you have a much larger selection of vehicles from which to make a choice.
Are there specific features that you can't live without, like a manual transmission? That limits the possibilities.
Vehicle Type.
Most likely, you already know which body style and category appeals the most, but here are the possibilities.
Four-door sedans with a regular trunk come in subcompact, compact, midsize, or full-size models, with front- or rear-wheel drive (or in some cases, all-wheel drive).
Two-door coupes may have either a minimal or adequate back seat. Coupes aren't nearly as common as in the past, especially in larger sizes. A number of automakers have taken to calling their sporty, stylish models "four-door coupes." They're not. They're shapely sedans.
Wagons were once the mainstay of suburbia, but they've lost favor in recent years—though a modest comeback may be happening. Most current wagons are midsize or smaller. Early in 2011, Volvo announced that it would stop sending its last remaining wagon to the U.S. market—another sign of sagging wagon interest.
Hatchbacks and crossovers have captured the hearts of many who might have leaned toward a wagon in the past. Hatchbacks are typically midsize or smaller, though a few bigger examples can be found. Some owners feel almost naked without a conventional trunk, but hatchbacks promise flexible storage capabilities.
Minivans nearly all have three rows of seats, with seven- or eight-passenger capacity. Five-passenger models aren't common anymore. Most recent minivans have sliding doors on each side, though some with a single slider can be found. Most minivans have front-drive, but a few have all-wheel drive. Four-cylinder minivans used to exist, but recent models are nearly all V-6.
Full-size vans are mostly sold for commercial use, but some larger families still love them. Vans may have rear-wheel drive, or possibly all-wheel drive. Convertibles have faded in popularity, partly because younger buyers aren't nearly as infatuated with soft-tops as their parents and grandparents were. They're no bigger than midsize anymore and could be front- or rear-drive, usually with a V-6 or V-8, though compacts may be four-cylinder.
Sport-utility vehicles (SUV) have four conventional doors and a rear hatch (though some have fold-out cargo doors instead). Most are available with either two- or four-wheel (or all-wheel) drive, and could be four-cylinder, V-6, or V-8. Traditional SUVs had a separate body and frame, but most have switched to a unibody configuration in recent years.
Crossover SUVs, often called simply "crossovers" or "crossover wagons," are the latest trend. They're more car-like in feel and behavior than a regular SUV, though the latter lean more in that direction than in the past. The line between crossover and SUV remains somewhat blurred, but crossovers tend to be a little smaller than full-scale SUVs.
Pickup trucks may be compact or full-size, with a handful of midsizes around. Compacts usually have either a four-cylinder or V-6 engine. Full-size pickups could have a V-6 or a V-8. Pickups can be strictly basic or lavishly equipped, so the price range is enormous.
Vehicle Age.
Nearly all cars depreciate at a fairly steady rate as they age, though some decline in value far quicker than others. Therefore, the older it gets, the cheaper it becomes on the used-car market. On the other hand, modern-day cars are a lot more reliable and longer lasting than they used to be. So, a car with a few years on it might still have a long and reasonably trouble-free life ahead. Or, it might not.
Cars vs. Trucks.
If utility tops your list of vehicle attributes, an SUV or pickup might be prudent. Gas mileage is nearly always less appealing with trucks, but quite a few of them now boast relatively car-like behavior. Many trucks don't feel very "trucky" anymore. Some can almost be mistaken for luxury cars. Distinctions between SUVs, crossovers, wagons, and even minivans have gotten hazy, so it doesn't pay to set your sights on one particular category.
A while back, used trucks could be found for bargain prices. During the 2008-09 period when gasoline prices spiked, economy cars suddenly began to attract more interest, and their prices rose sharply. At the same time, trucks declined in value. Since then, the normal price gap between compact cars and full-size trucks has been restored, according to Tom Kontos, executive vice-president of customer strategies and analytics for ADESA (a major wholesale auction chain). Full-size SUVs gained about $7,500 and full-size pickups around $4,700, compared to compact cars. "SUVs and pickups have really come back," Kontos said.
Popularity of pickups varies according to region, which means they're likely to be cheaper in some areas than in others. The Plains states have the highest percentage of pickups, according to James Maguire, who studies trends for Experian. In Wyoming, one-third of vehicles are pickups; in Texas, it's 22 percent.
Vehicle Size and Passenger Capacity.
Size, vehicle type, and passenger/cargo space can be the principal deciding factors, overpowering other considerations. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rates a vehicle's capacity according to the number of seatbelts it contains. Be careful here, as some cars—not all of them compacts or smaller—have five official positions, but realistically can carry only four comfortably. In quite a few instances, even two in the back seat are too many.
Furthermore, the line between each of the four vehicle sizes is somewhat hazy. Some cars that are officially compact or smaller are surprisingly roomy, while others may be called mid- or full-size but fall short on spaciousness, especially in the back. Ease of entry/exit is another factor to consider, as some seemingly sizable automobiles aren't as easy to get into as they look.
Subcompact: what many consider as tiny, but some enjoy for maneuverability and fuel economy (and lower price). Most are four-cylinder with front-drive. Microcars (smaller than subcompact) are common in Europe, but apart from the new Fiat 500, are seldom seen in the U.S.
Compact: four-cylinder or V-6, with fours gaining in prominence recently. Nearly all are front-wheel drive. Compacts make a nice compromise for singles and couples, as well as small families.
Midsize: the family favorite, typically V-6; but here too, four-cylinders have become more prevalent in the past few years. Most are front-drive, but some have rear-drive (or all-wheel drive).
Full-size: once the mainstay, now more the province of luxury makes. You can still find those traditional Ford Crown Victorias and Mercury Grand Marquis with a V-8 and rear-drive, but most family-focused big cars have been front-drive with V-6 (or V-8).
Cargo volume: What type of cargo do you carry? Grocery bags? Big suitcases? Compare the luggage space's floor area and depth to your requirement. Note, too, how difficult it is to lift a suitcase (which might be heavy) over the bumper and lip to get into the trunk. Hatchbacks can be handy, especially when their back seats fold down to add considerable cargo space. They're more flexible than a notchback model (with a regular trunk). Still, many shoppers won't consider a car without a conventional trunk. Some trunks, even on relatively large cars, aren't as big as one might think.
Drivetrain Layout.
Front-wheel drive became almost the norm starting in the 1980s, until rear-drive began a comeback in the 21st century. Front-drive cars have a more compact, lighter-weight drivetrain and better slippery-road traction, making it more practical in wintry climates. Because more parts are packed under the hood, repairs can be more difficult and more costly.
Rear-wheel drive was used on almost all vehicles until the 1980s, and has achieved renewed popularity lately. Enthusiasts prefer rear-drive for its handling qualities, but winter traction is considerably less appealing than front-drive–even if traction control is installed.
Four-wheel drive can be part-time or full-time. Available on nearly all SUVs and most pickup trucks, 4WD improves traction considerably, especially on slick surfaces. Components are heavier and more complex, and 4WD vehicles are almost always less economical than 2WD–sometimes, a lot less. Most recent systems are full-time, but trucks with part-time systems should not be driven in 4WD when on dry pavement.
All-wheel drive gives the benefits of distributing power to all four wheels when needed, but operates automatically with no action required from the driver. That's because it's permanently engaged. Many AWD car and truck owners might not even realize they have such a system.
Powertrain–Performance Vs. Fuel Economy.
The basic rule used to be simple: a small engine (four-cylinder) was more economical than a bigger one. That's still largely true, but the difference isn't always so great, because V-6s (and even some V-8s) have become more economical to drive. Also, in a heavier vehicle, a bigger engine can actually be more thrifty on gas because it's not struggling as hard.
High-performance models almost always consume plenty of gasoline, though here too, automakers have managed to improve their fuel economy. Many drivers, however, don't operate them in ways that deliver impressive miles-per-gallon.
Plenty of cars, not all of them luxurious or high-performance, require premium-grade gasoline, which costs an extra 20 cents or more at the pump. Some automakers make premium (or mid-grade) fuel an option, recommending it for best performance but noting that the car will run acceptably well on regular, without causing harm.
Consider the type of driving you normally do, and whether you might need the benefits of a bigger engine only rarely, or regularly. On the highway, larger engines can deliver gas mileage that comes close to that of a smaller engine. In the city, that's a lot less likely, and some V-6 and V-8 engines guzzle frightful quantities during urban commutes.
Imports Vs. Domestics.
Because so many import-brand automakers have factories in the U.S. (or Canada), there's no longer a clear-cut difference between import and domestic. Furthermore, parts may come from different countries than the locale where the car is assembled. Japanese makes still excel in perceived quality (and often in actual quality), but American-made models from those automakers differ little from their foreign-built counterparts. American-built cars from the "Detroit 3" also are far better in quality than in the past.
South Korean manufacturers (Hyundai and Kia) have been among the most-improved in recent years. Quite a few cars have been assembled in Mexico, where factories that might once have had questionable quality control have become considerably better.
Traditionally, Japanese and European brands have tended to depreciate more slowly, and therefore cost more. Lately, that gap has shrunk appreciably. Japanese brands have a history of relatively high resale value, as do Europeans. South Korean cars used to be among the fastest-depreciating, but that's been changing. Domestics, too, have improved considerably in retaining their value, though older examples are likely to be cheaper than a comparable import brand.
Base Vs. Step-Up Models.
How important is economy, compared to luxury and sportiness? For obvious reasons, a base model with few extras nearly always costs considerably less than a fully loaded version. Maintenance costs might be lower, too, with fewer gadgets to go bad. On the other hand, base-model cars aren't usually in high demand. So, if you plan to trade it in or sell it later on, a better-equipped model might be wiser. Many shoppers wind up with a compromise: a well-equipped example, but not top-of-the-line.
Condition Is Critical.
No other factor is more important—or harder to assess. Even the experts know they can never be 100-percent certain.
Detailed condition reports, prepared at wholesale auction houses or elsewhere, can now give dealers accurate information about content and condition. Because that information is available, it can be passed along to the retail buyer, too. Detailed and uniform inspections and condition reports benefit everyone. Logically enough, condition is even more crucial for older vehicles.
Mileage is another vital matter, even though modern automobiles can travel a lot more miles without mechanical troubles. Improved vehicle quality over the past decade means even 100,000-mile—plus vehicles may warrant greater consideration.
Average mileage has been going up. Tom Webb, chief economist for Manheim auctions, notes that in 2006, the average compact car sold had 51,000 miles on the odometer. By late 2010, that average had risen to 65,000 miles.
Every vehicle market class has shown higher average mileage. Average mileage on pickups, vans, and SUVs rose by double digits between 2007 and 2010. Compact-car mileage rose 5 percent in that period; luxury cars, 4 percent.
Odometer rollbacks, though illegal for decades, used to be common, especially on cars sold by questionable independent dealers. Rollbacks still happen, but not nearly as much. Vehicle history reports can help you weed out cars whose mileage looks suspicious.
Fuel Economy.
The EPA is the only source of complete comparison data on fuel economy. Their figures are based on simulations rather than real-world driving. For years, critics charged that EPA estimates were overly optimistic, compared to real-world mileage figures; but they've become a lot more accurate in recent years. In addition, the EPA's web site encourages car owners to report their actual fuel-economy figures in ordinary driving, as a comparison.
Three estimated figures in miles-per-gallon are given: one for city driving, a second (nearly always higher) for highway operation, and a combined figure that covers a blend of city/highway use. Estimates vary by engine and transmission within each model. Sometimes other differences have an impact, too. See www.fueleconomy.gov for complete data.
Note, too, whether the car requires premium-grade (or mid-grade) gasoline rather than regular.
Is a hybrid right for you? An electric? Not until the past few years have appreciable numbers of hybrid-powertrain vehicles reached the used-car market. Because of their long battery and powertrain warranties when sold as new, late-model hybrids should have many useful miles left. There's been little evidence that gasoline/electric cars are any more troublesome than those with conventional gasoline (or diesel) engines.
On the other hand, you might want to be more wary of an older hybrid, as those become available on the used-car market. You don't want to have to pay for a whole new battery pack at some point. Otherwise, hybrids can be judged like any other automobile.
Since electric cars in significant numbers didn't reach dealerships until late 2010, few are likely to turn up on used-car lost anytime soon. Best to let the original owners rack up some serious miles and a repair/maintenance history before considering a secondhand battery-powered car.
Antilock braking has been standard on nearly all models for a number of years, but some non-ABS vehicles are still around on the used-car market. ABS helps prevent the wheels from locking up in a panic stop, especially on slippery pavement. With ABS, you're more likely to be able to steer around an obstacle in your path. We'd steer clear of non-ABS vehicles, especially in snow-belt states.
An airbag "war" has been taking place lately, with even some modestly priced models containing six or more of them. Earlier cars have fewer, and that might be sufficient. All cars must have a frontal-impact airbag for the driver and front passenger. Airbags are designed to inflate almost instantly during a collision. Because earlier airbags were shown to present risks of injury and even death when they deployed, modern airbags are less powerful and designed to operate in stages.
Side-impact and side-curtain airbags came along in the 1990s, and are common among 21st-century vehicles. Side-impact airbags may be mounted in the seat or the door. Side-curtain airbags inflate and drop down from the roof, to protect occupant heads.
So, how many do you need to feel safe? That's a personal decision, but in recent years most airbags have been standard rather than optional, so there may be nothing to decide when shopping for a particular secondhand vehicle.
Recalls and Crash-Test Results.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recalls hundreds of vehicles each year because of safety defects that have been discovered. Some recalls are initiated by the manufacturer. Not all recalls are of equal seriousness by any means, but when shopping for a used car, it's important to know if:
The vehicle you're considering has been recalled.
How serious those recalls were.
Whether this particular example has had all of its recalls remedied.
See www.safercar.gov to find out if a model you're considering has been recalled, and the reason for that action. A dealer for the make you're considering can check the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and tell you if any open recalls still exist.
Every car sold new has to pass a U.S. Government crash test. Eventually, most models also get a second crash test, which results in a star rating (score). Ratings of 1 to 5 stars are given in four categories: frontal-impact (driver's side); frontal-impact (passenger side); side-impact (left) and side-impact (right).
Manufacturers strive for 5-star scores in each category. Because their scores had been improving so much, too many vehicle models were walking with 5/5/5/5-star ratings, impairing the value of the rating system. As a result, NHTSA recently tightened the crash-test procedure, so fewer tested vehicles would get those top ratings.
Look for both vehicle recalls and crash-test ratings at www.safercar.gov. A Search function lets you find recalls by entering the vehicle's year, make, and model.
Off-Lease and Fleet Vehicles Vs. Privately-Owned.
Unless you're financially challenged and must pick the cheapest vehicle around, it's best to steer clear of former rental cars. They're doubtless in better shape and more reliable than in the past, and likely to have been better maintained. Even so, a car driven by dozens—or hundreds—of different people is inevitably a bigger question mark.
Off-lease cars are considered prime candidates, partly because lease agreements require that specific maintenance tasks be done on a regular schedule. For privately-owned cars, maintenance is up to the individual Some folks are meticulous about following the maintenance schedule issued by the manufacturer; others are more lax, which adds to the probability of trouble later on.
Trouble Spots in Specific Models.
Consumerguide.com's used-car reviews include information on specific trouble spots that have plagued certain car models. Consumer Reports surveys its readers' experiences, to derive similar information in a different way. No one can ever predict what will happen to a given vehicle, of course; but awareness of weak spots (if any) can be helpful.
Online forums can suggest possible trouble spots; but remember, some participants may be biased in either direction. Fans of a particular model might report only favorable experiences. Others might enjoy "dissing" a certain model, for reasons of their own rather than based on actual occurrences of trouble. Like all customer reviews and evaluations, reports on trouble spots need to be considered with a grain of suspicion rather than relied upon in full.
Importance of a Vehicle History Report.
Availability of a history report is one of the main reasons why buying a used car isn't as risky as it used to be. These reports, which gather data from a variety of sources, provide details on a given vehicle's title history, reported accidents and damage, and whether it's been a personally-used vehicle (and one-owner). You can also learn when the car was purchased new and where it was owned, and the last reported odometer reading.
Many dealers post Carfax reports for some, if not all, of their vehicles—right on their web sites. Others may want you to pay to see the report, or indicate that you're a serious potential buyer. With so many Carfax-connected online ads out there, you may as well concentrate on those cars that have one ready for viewing. If nothing else, history reports let you weed out the undesirables early on.
Carfax is the best known, but other companies also offer history reports, including AutoCheck.
Questions To Ask About The Used Car.
Asking questions early in the used car sales process not only gives you information about a car that's tempting, but lets you rule out "bad apples" without wasting too much time and effort.
Over the phone, before seeing the car:
Do you own the car, or are you selling it for someone else (for private seller)?
Asking price.
Is it properly titled? Where, and by whom?
What is the exact model (including year and trim level)?
Are there any problems with the car?
Why are you selling it?
Don't expect a totally honest and complete answer to the last two questions, but pay attention to how it's answered–hesitantly, emphatically, warily, etc.
During the Inspection and Test Drive.
Where did the car come from (for dealer)?
Can I see a Carfax report (or similar vehicle history report)?
What do you know about the car's past?
If you see any body damage or other flaws, ask about them. If anything feels odd while driving the car, ask about that—but regardless of the answer, be prepared to walk away if you don't think you'll be happy with it.
Immediately after the sale:
Does anything else need to be done to conclude the sale?
Who takes care of license plates, registration, insurance, and financing arrangements?
Is there anything left to deal with after you've driven the car away?
Who do you contact with any questions that come up later?
Make sure you have all the relevant documents, and that you know the details of the warranty (if any), including what to do if a problem occurs.
Inspection and Test-Drive.
Never buy a car without a test-drive. No exceptions. Even if you're getting it at a giveaway price, at least a few minutes behind the wheel are invaluable, just to see if you'll be comfortable. Most dealers are willing to allow prospective purchasers to take a drive, either alone or accompanied by the salesperson. Avoid dealers or private sellers who balk at a proper test drive, or give you a hard time.
Don't expect more than 15 or 20 minutes, but try to make those minutes count. Don't let the salesperson distract you from concentrating on how the car feels and behaves–preferably in different conditions, if that's possible to achieve.
Do you need a professional evaluation? If you're paying an appreciable sum, and you're just not sure after your own test drive, it may be worth paying for expert help. Years back, people often had a personal mechanic whom they trusted, who could inspect a potential purchase. Today, with most independent mechanics extinct, it's not as easy to find someone to provide an unbiased inspection. In some areas, third-party inspection services are readily available; but not everywhere. Best to check online, to try and find one in your neighborhood.
Information Resources.
www.consumerguide.com (used-vehicle reviews and valuations), www.kbb.com (used-car valuations), www.consumerreports.com (reliability surveys), www.cars.com (general information), www.usedcars.about.com (general information and trends) www.nadaguides.com (information and valuations from National Automobile Dealers Association), www.autotrader.com (vehicle sources and information), www.carfax.com and www.autocheck.com (vehicle history reports), www.iihs.org (crash tests from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety), www.safercar.gov (government 5-star crash tests and safety recalls), www.fueleconomy.gov (government fuel-economy estimates)
Best Bets (and Worst Bets).
Which specific factors make a car a good (or bad) buy? Any number of publications issue "Best Buy" lists, though not as many for used cars as new ones. Don't expect any of them to have "the answer" for you.
Everybody's different when it comes to car purchase. Don't pay too much attention to anyone's list of Best Bets. What's satisfying to you might annoy the next person, and vice versa.
For instance, most Toyotas have long-standing reputations for dependable and long, trouble-free lives. Even after Toyota's troubles in 2010, over the manner in which recalls were announced, the company's reputation remained largely intact. Some shoppers won't consider anything else, or limit their possibilities to, say, Toyota and Honda—another perennial contender for top reliability as well as thrifty driving. Still, those makes typically cost more, and don't appeal to everyone.
Similarly, quite a few folks won't have anything other than a strictly domestic automobile. Others see all Europeans as superior. Their preferences—and those of evaluators who compile those "best" lists—don't mean a thing unless that vehicle just happens to look good and feel good to you. At the used-car lot, you're Number One, and every other opinion is secondary.
Lists of cars to shun used to be extensive, but not so much anymore, now that car quality has improved across the board. For obvious reasons, those most likely to have been driven hard would be unwise: high-performance or ultra-sporty, and those that appeal most to teenagers and 20-somethings.
What about makes and models that no longer exist? We have more of those nowadays, with the recent disappearance of such makes as Pontiac, Saturn, and Mercury. Ordinarily, cars that were made by General Motors, Ford, or Chrysler can still be serviced at dealerships for a related make. Because these "orphan" makes generally tend to be cheaper than makes that still exist, they can be good values.
Finally, accept the fact that any used car can go bad—either quickly or later on. That's the chance you take when buying secondhand. And it doesn't pay to get distraught if it happens.
Just about every owner of a string of used cars has wound up with a "lemon" once or twice—including the "experts." That's the name of the used-car game, and you just need to move on if it happens to you. Warranties and inspections ease the mind, but nothing is for certain, even though the risk factor has diminished a lot lately.
How To Read The Ads—Online And In Print.
Finally, used-car advertisements aren't what they used to be. Newspapers, for one thing, carry far fewer ads than in the past, now that so much consumer information has moved online. In print, you're likely to find more used-car ads in giveaway "trader" publications than in a daily newspaper.
Online, a host of automotive information services provide access to used cars for sale—whether at dealerships or from private sellers. AutoTrader.com is the leader, but you can easily spend days running through the ads on one site after another.
Not all ads are sufficiently informative, but on the whole they've improved. At the National Remarketing Conference, Kevin Nachbar of the McCarthy Auto Group advised dealers to provide "relevant information. No spin, no hype. Get rid of the car lingo." He further suggested: "Don't waste people's time. They don't have it."
Online ads tend to be packed with photos, but use caution here. Even the best digital photo can conceal a lot of imperfect body surfaces, not to mention trouble spots that are not visible from outside.
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