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Going Topless: My New Car is Exposed
All the hard work has paid off, as Amy Tokic picks a replacement for her 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier and brings home a Volkswagen Eos. To catch up on the Going Topless series, check out the full archive of Going Topless stories. I had a weekend to make up my mind about the 2008 Eos. Yes, it’s…
Going Topless: Third Time’s the Charm… Right?
To catch up on the Going Topless series, check out the full archive of stories here. After some less than stellar results with private sellers and dealerships, Amy Tokic gives a CPO Eos a second look at a Volkswagen Dealership. With this be the third strike?
Going Topless: Dealership Drama
Perpetuating the old stereotype of the slimy used car salesman, Amy Tokic has an unforgettable experience at an independent dealership. This continues the streak of bad luck she’s had looking for her VW Eos.
MINI USA Proves That It’s Not Normal
What happens when you introduce something extraordinary into an average, everyday occurrence? MINI USA conducted a social experiment to see the look on people’s faces when confronted with the unexplainable. It’s just not normal.
Going Topless: Bring out the Scammers and Sleezeballs
In this installment, Amy Tokic goes head to head with online car listings, and comes away disappointed. Need to catch up? You can follow her adventures in car shopping as a single woman in Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5 and Part 6.
Going Topless: Feeling Kinda Used
The list of convertibles on Amy Tokic’s list gets shorter and she considers the benefits of buying a used car. Catch up on Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4 and Part 5 of the series as Amy navigates the world of car buying as a single woman.
Going Topless: The Beauty and The Beast
In the fifth installment of the series, Amy Tokic takes out her last two picks for a test drive. Miss the other articles? Catch up on all her adventures – Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 and Part 4.
Chevrolet Malibu Fashion Collection on Sale October 16
Do cars and fashion collections mix? Some people certainly think so, but a Chevrolet Malibu?
Going Topless: Getting Frisky With Mazda and MINI
In the latest installment of Amy Tokic’s quest for the perfect convertible, she takes the Mazda Miata and MINI Cooper Convertible for a spin. You can catch up on all her car shopping adventures in Part 1, Part 2 and Part 3 of the series.
MINI Knitting Kit Lets You Make Your Own Scarf
Knitting is the new “it” DIY hobby and MINI is hoping to cash in on the trend.
Going Topless: Getting Ready to Strut my Stuff at the Dealership
It’s been about 12 years since I’ve been in a dealership – and my dad was with me. I have to admit, I was a little nervous heading into the car dealership on my own (perhaps the two cups of coffee before I left weren’t such a great idea). It also helped that I was…
Going Topless: Stripping Down to the Final Four
Welcome to the second part of our new series ‘Going Topless’ where writer Amy Tokic goes on a journey to find her ideal convertible. Did you miss her first article, chronicling the decision to get her dream car? Check it out right here.