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The stock jumped in January, when CEO Ron Johnson, who joined the department-store chain last November, announced a striking plan to revamp stores. Johnson formerly led Apple 's retail strategy and looks to be taking a similarly bold initiative with his new company. The transformative plan will feature:
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After a year, ND farmer still awaits money for cattle delivered to North ...
23.05.12
DAZEY, N.D. — After more than a year, Lloyd Wieland is waiting.
Wieland delivered two groups of cattle to North Dakota Natural Beef LLC, at its New Rockford, N.D., slaughter plant in the fall of 2010. More than a year later — despite assurances, and after a bond payout — he’s still owed about $45,000 on the last load.
He understands the company’s explanations that the recession affected their markets for meat, but says he was “shocked” to realize the company could be in such financial crisis, considering the pillars of North Dakota agriculture who were involved.
The federal Grain Inspection Packers & Stockyards Administration has audited NDNB inventories, and some money has been paid from a trust that was established from those funds. But after the partial payments, Wieland and his wife Audrey still are owed about two-thirds of what they were owed in 2010.
Separately, NDNB had a $30,000 bond, which was divvied up by the North Dakota Agriculture Department.
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How do you estimate what a classic car is worth? 70 chevelle?
Sep 04, 2009 by Healthy Guy | Posted in Buying & Selling
Ok, im looking @ a car to buy...i've had several mustangs, and stuff, mostly newer...and i have had a 70 chevelle, but it was a pile...anyways, lemme tell you about the car
70 chevelle malibu (ss clone)
454 stock
4 spd
12 bolt posi
stainless dual exhaust
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4 wheel power drum (which suck, lol)
ladder bars
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interior is like brand spanking new, except it needs a replacement package tray and sail pannels. they look like new...but the tray is warped.
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underneath the car...you could EAT off it...not one spec of rust, very clean
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red with white ss stripes
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body is striaght and the lines are premium and flush
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in my opinion, car would not need new paint for another 5 years or more, its very shiny and lusters
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chrome is pretty decent, i would personally replace the rear bumper if i wanted to go to a show.
the bad: gas gauge dont work, speedo dont work, has a cracked edge on the taillight, and the car has a few paint chips...
the car looks like one you could drive every day, and still take to shows on the weekends....
you've heard of a 10 footer? this is about a 2 footer...looks amazing from only 2 or 3 feet away, but to the trained eye, i found some poorly finished body filler, some turtling in the paint (no bubbles), and possibly a crack in some filler, unless its a crack in the paint, but i suspect filler...
i think its worth it...they are asking 15,000. sound about right?
p.s. i know its impossible to tell without seeing it...but try to picture it from my description....cars in this condition on ebay have been selling for 18-20...so i thought i might take a chance....any input is appreciated.
p.s.s.- also, imo, it looks like the kind of car where, if you were not happy, you could scuff it down, and have it painted, and could spend less than a day doing work on it..the body looks that nice...
Since it's a clone, it's value is low. It sounds like it may be OK, as long as they can show you the receipts for all of the new parts on the car. Since the speedo and the gauges don't work, you may have a simple fix, or a nightmare looming. I've restored cars from this era, and from my experience, they can be a joy or your worst nightmare. First, how are your "Mechanical" skills? If they aren't good, then I'd walk away from it and keep looking. Wiring harness issues are a real problem if you are "Electrically" challenged. You need to know everything that you can find about this model of car before buying it.
Ask to see the "Title". Does it say "Salvage" anywhere? If it does, RUN! You can also look at the original "Build" plate usually riveted to the drivers side door. The number codes for what was on the car from the factory and the original Color code will be there. If the plate is gone, don't buy it. Don't let them tell you it fell off. They don't just fall off. You'll need to get the code book for that car from GM. It may be somewhere online too. Do this before putting down any money. This can save you from a nightmare or net you a gem.
Is this going to be a daily driver? I'm guessing yes. Then it really doesn't matter as long as you can make the car dependable for such. By no means will this EVER be a valuable car. How much time and money are you planning to put into this project? Too many people get in over their heads with cars like this.
Ask to have the car looked at by a mechanic close by if you really are interested in purchasing the car. If the owner backs away from that request, walk away. That person knows that there's hidden problems. If you are able to have it inspected, YOU pay for the inspection. Do not let the owner recommend a mechanic! It may be his buddy.
I've bought and sold many cars from the late 60's up to 1973. I've restored the gems and have enjoyed driving these fun cars. I'm very familiar with Most of the "Pony" and "Muscle" cars of this time frame. If you want one from this time frame, look at "Probate" auctions, "Estate" auctions, Classic Car magazines and such. There may be a dealer close to you that consigns "Classics". Go look there. Most important, take your time and do your research FIRST!
Derrick S | Sep 04, 2009
i need help with my driving test?
Jun 11, 2009 by roroguerrier | Posted in Insurance & Registration
1. Tolerance can cause an overdose
A. True
B. False
2. Alcohol is
A. A Stimulant
B. A Depressant
C. Neither
3. If you hit a car from behind you are usually legally at fault
A. True
B. False
4. Narcotics are
A. Not addictive
B. Very addictive
C. Sometimes addictive
5. If an over-the-counter drug might affect your ability to drive, it will:
A. Be very expensive
B. Have a warning label on the package
C. Not be available over-the-counter
6. Which of the following is a narcotic
A. Marijuana
B. Heroin
C. Cocaine
7. Withdrawal is
A. When a user stops taking drugs and the body fails to function normally because it has compensated for the drug
B. When a user abuses drugs
C. When a user stops taking one drug and starts taking another drug
8. If your license has been suspended, you must do the following to reinstate your license:
A. Serve the period of suspension
B. Pay any service fee in addition to any fines ordered by the Court
C. All of the above
9. At 55 MPH
A. You can stop within 150 Feet
B. A box of Kleenex could kill you
C. Your vision blurs
10. At 60 mph the force of your car impacting a surface is about four times as great as 30 mph.
A. True
B. False
11. In order to reinstate your license, in addition to serving the period of suspension, you may have to:
A. Attend a driver improvement school
B. Show proof of insurance
C. All of the above
12. Every year ______ die from alcohol
A. 10,000
B. 100,000
C. 200,000
13. A driver is labeled a habitual traffic offender if they receive fifteen total traffic convictions within a five-year period.
A. True
B. False
14. Hallucinogens do not affect a person's perception, thinking, emotions and self awareness
A. True
B. False
15. You may be cited for driving at the posted speed limit.
A. Never
B. If the posted speed is not safe at that time.
C. Only if you are driving a special vehicle like a truck.
16. Alcohol does not influence your choices
A. True
B. False
17. When stopped behind a school bus you cannot continue moving until:
A. You cannot see anymore children getting on or off the bus.
B. You access to a passing lane.
C. The bus stops flashing its red light and (if applicable) withdraws its stop sign.
18. Signs and road markings are an example of traffic controls.
A. True
B. False
19. The chance of being involved in a fatal crash is higher at night than during the day.
A. True
B. False
20. Which of the following is NOT a good tip for driving at night?
A. Beware of drowsiness
B. Keep your eyes locked on the road ahead of you.
C. Increase following distance.
21. The Medulla controls your involuntary actions
A. True
B. False
22. If you accumulate _____ points in 12 months your license will be suspended for 30 days.
A. 18
B. 12
C. 24
23. It will take approximately _____ for each consumed drink to leave your body:
A. 30 Minutes
B. One Hour
C. 15 Minutes if you eat food and drink coffee.
24. When crossing a street, pedestrians
A. should always use a crosswalk, if it is available
B. should wait for traffic to stop for them
C. all options
25. Your level of intoxication will be a lot higher if you have a bottle of beer rather than a glass of wine
A. True
B. False
26. Prescription drugs
A. Are always okay to take when driving as long as they are prescribed by a doctor.
B. May never be taken when driving.
C. May be illegal to take when driving.
27. Leaving the scene of a collision causing more than $50 in damage will result in:
A. Lower insurance premiums
B. Two points assessed against your record.
C. Six points assessed against your record.
28. If you accrue more than 12 points on your license within 12 months you will lose your license for:
A. 30 Days
B. 90 Days
C. One year
29. Passing a stopped school bus will result in ______ points on your license.
A. Three
B. Four
C. Six
30. If you are involved in a collision and you do not stop at the scene
A. You can always make a police report later.
B. You are breaking the law
C. You may proceed as long as there is no injury
31. You never have to stop more than once at a stop sign.
A. True
B. False
32. If you approach a railroad track where the gate has come down or lights are flashing, you should stop:
A. Before you are 50 feet from the track.
B. Between 15-50 feet from the track.
C. Within 6 feet of the track
33. Your driving record:
A. Is totally confidential
B. May be available to the public
C. Is available only to your employer with your authorization
34. Which of the following is not available to the publ
34 queasrtions ? read the Damn book.
Dan W | Jun 11, 2009
Answers to those questions, and many others, are in the driving manual. Either pick one up from the DMV or go on line and download it.
A random stranger here giving you the correct answer won't help a bit in your test, you might have different questions.
oklatom | Jun 11, 2009
what you are asking is illegal and stupid, they have several tests you have no control over which version they will give you, ,just study your book and be honest
Jon | Jun 11, 2009
What is the best sports car under 70,000 dollars?
Apr 22, 2010 by drummerguy | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
This may seem like a complicated, and, quite frankly, odd question. However, I will do my best to clarify what I am looking for. I am looking for a high performance sports car, either new or used, that will not kill me in maintenance costs (oil changes, brakes, tires, etc.) or gas mileage. I have looked at the Porsche Cayman S as well as the used Mercedes-Benz SL65 AMG, but I have an itching feeling that both of those will quite literally eat my wallet alive in routine maintenance costs. I can afford the monthly payments and insurance on pretty much any sports car, even the ones that run slightly over 100K, but I just won't have enough money each month (most likely around $1000 pocketed after car and insurance premiums) to pay for the insane maintenance and fuel costs that accompany them. If you think that a pocketed 1000 dollars each month will be enough to cover the costs of owning a high end european sports car, then please (seriously, that would be awesome news) tell me so (but don't lie, lol).
If it's mileage and more than average speed, acceleration and fuel economy the 09 Grand Sport and ZO-6 Corvette will fill the bill plus a 5 year 100,000 mile warranty. Neither of these cars are subject to the gas guzzler tax.
Regular maintenance servise is about same price what ever you drive. The short warranty period plus the cost of OEM replacement parts will do you in.
Country Boy | Apr 22, 2010
if you went with american muscle form the sixties or seventies, you could get a sweet ride for that price. maintenace is chep on them, its just the restoration that is expensive. for instance, racing wheel bearings for my monte ss, 9 dollars a piece. wheel bearings for my 2004 truck, 400 a piece.
Christopher | Apr 22, 2010
Nissan GTR, you can get one for just under 70 grand.
Peter | Apr 22, 2010
BMW m3 is a great sports car. the e30 M3 is known as one of the greatest cars in the world too. if you are looking for something thats a bit more recent, you can get a e36, which is more modern looking.
another idea is to just get a cheap car and use your money to mod it up. if you do this, DONT use a honda civic.... its a ricer no matter how fast it is
Nick | Apr 22, 2010
Z06 Corvette. The regular Corvette gets at least 29 mpg highway. Tires are going to cost about the same for a Porsche or Corvette.
In my opinion, European cars always cost more to maintain. $1000 a month for maintenance is probably more than enough.
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