In recent years it has been stated that automobiles are a major contributor in harmful gas emissions. It took several years of development to create vehicles that are powered or at least partially powered by alternative fuels. Chevrolet has been one of the major first movers in creating fuel efficient and environmentally friendly vehicles. They currently have hybrid cars, trucks, SUVs, as well as electric cars and fuel cell vehicles. Here are the top five Chevrolets in regards to environmental impact.

While making the purchase you should keep in mind the feel, condition of the car parts, the fuel efficiency as well as the quality of the car. As the car manufacturers are making fuel efficient cars these days, this factor is important to take care of while Buy Chevy Truck a used car. The rising prices of fuels will bother you if this point is missed. Towing capacity and precise turning are other features to keep in mind while you go to buy a car. The interior of the car should also be soothing to your senses. It seems to be unimportant but it is not, as you have to enjoy the interior feel when you are on a long drive.

If you're buying from a dealer ask to see the maintenance record. Also ask for this from an individual selling a car. If they don't have it, ask for contact information on the previous owner and where any service had been done. When buying from a Chevy Truck Deal ask for the Buying Guide, federal law says they have to show it to you.

Also during the test drive, go up hills and in curves see if it has enough power in the motor to get you around. Don't turn on the radio; you need it to be quiet to see if there are any strange noises from the motor. Make sure the car handles well and does not need to be lined up. Make sure any dealer oral promises are written down and signed for so they have to back up their promises.

Accessory # 4 - Leveling Kits. These are very popular accessories for Chevy owners. Generally they are installed to level the truck in the front to help the appearance of the wheels look the same in all the wheel wells. Just a note on front bumpers guys they can be adjusted forward to help accommodate a slightly lager tire. The biggest downfall with a buy chevy truck year by year is the small wheel wells and this limits tire size and this si where the bumper adjustment and leveling kit will help.

In those days, I knew a young man, older than me, who drove a white 1957 Chevrolet that had power-pack heads with a four barrel carburetor, dual exhausts, and automatic, all housed in a four door hardtop body painted white. If I remember correctly, his name was Kenneth King.

On Part 4 of our series of articles about truck restorations I will talk about more lessons learned the hard way during the restoration of my 1954 Chevy truck.