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Mazda CX-7 production pictures

Finally, production pics of the new Mazda CX-7 SUV!  Specs include turbocharged, intercooled 2.3L 4-cylinder from the Mazdaspeed 6 producing 244 hp and 258 lb/ft torque!  Full press release after the jump.

Buick Enclave to replace Rendezvous and Ranier SUV

Here's the early scoop on the replacement for the Buick Rendezvous and Buick Ranier SUVs.  We can only hope that it will be more attractive than the current Rendezvous.  Expect to be seeing a lot more of Tiger Woods when this thing comes out.

-General Motors has named its 2008 Buick crossover the Enclave.

-It will debut in spring 2007 as a 2008 model

-It replaces the Rendezvous sport wagon and Rainier mid-sized SUV.

-Full-sized crossover with three rows of seats and V6 or V8 engines

-Priced $28,000-40,000

Cut-rate Chrysler Crossfire selling on Overstock.com

The Chrysler Crossfire has never gotten much love from the buying public, and Chrysler has taken to hawking the sporty coupe/convertible on Overstock.com, with discounts from MSRP of up to $8,900. 

The Chrysler Crossfire was conceived as a brand image maker. Now the sports car is being touted on Overstock.com amid offerings for bedsheets and patio sets.

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Playboy's Cars of the Year

Via Autoblog comes Playboy's cars of the year!  Although these sound like interesting choices, my nominations for Playboy cars of the year include any SUV, van, or wagon big enough to hold a good-sized mattress.  Any does anyone else find it dirty that Playboy has a "best bang for your buck" category, or is it just our juvenile sense of humor?

Best Supercar

Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder

Best Interstate Cruiser

Cadillac DTS

Most Fun on Wheels

Mazda MX-5

Best SUV

Hummer H3

Best Car to Take to Your High School Reunion

Bentley Continental Flying Spur

Best Bang for Your Buck

Dodge Charger R/T

Best Sport Sedan

BMW M5

Best Affordable Roadster

Pontiac Solstice

Best Sport Wagon

Audi A3

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The 10 most expensive vehicles to own

Forbes (who should know!) list the 10 most expensive cars to own with regard to full cost of ownership.  The cars are:

• Mercedes-Benz CL-Class

• Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

• Porsche 911

• Mercedes-Benz S-Class

• BMW 7 Series

• Mercedes-Benz G-Class

• Jaguar XK

• Land Rover Range Rover HSE

• Acura NSX

• Dodge Viper SRT10

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2007 Toyota Camry pics in the Wild!

Finally, pics of the 2007 Camry in the wild!  Way more pics after the jump!  Click on the link below!

USA Today review of new Lexus IS

And if you want a second opinion for the below posts, here is James Healey's USA Today post on the American version of the vehicle.  Healey's conclusion?

Overall: Wonderful piece of work for those who don't need much of a back seat.

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Britain's 4Car reviews new Lexus IS

Here at the Ultimate Car Blog, we love to get the international perspective on things when we can.  England's 4Car magazine just released their review of the new Lexus IS.  The verdict? 

"A hugely competent follow up to the original, the latest IS isn't a class leader but does deserve a place on buyers' shortlist."

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Brabus Unimog: the ultimate in bling

Brabus G-wagen too girly for you?  MB tuner Brabus has released the ultimate in bling: a Brabus-tuned Unimog.

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Dodge Caliber mini-site up

Still not a ton of new information, but the Dodge Caliber mini-site is up.  Although the site doesn't talk specs very much, it sounds like the Caliber will have several 4-cylinder engines available and come with a CVT.

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