Lucy

2013

Kia

Optima LX

Satin Metal

2.4L I-4 GDI, A/T. Power driver's seat, Sirius Radio (UVO), Back up Camera.

Bought Lucy new from Kia of Bedford (Ohio). They are heavy on PR efforts. Get it washed free any time I have time to stop in. Very satisfied with the purchase. I have had no problems with the car. Running about 30,000 miles/year.

No engine modifications. Switched to Amsoil 5W-20 Full Synthetic motor oil at 7500 miles. Best oil on the market. 25,000 miles recommended oil change intervals in new engines. 15,000 miles on older engines when switching to Amsoil at 50 to 100,000 miles. This bitch will FLY. Best gas mileage on mostly 4 lane roads is 37 MPG. Average - 32-34 MPG.

A good set of floor mats for winter use.

Waxed it with Liquid Glass car polish. The best wax I have ever used. One application easily lasts a year. After waxing, park it in the sunlight, let it "bake" and it bonds with the paint. In Northeast Ohio you need a really good wax to protect the car from all the road salt they use. The wax is readily available on eBay. Cost is around $20.00 for a pint.

UVO entertainment system (AM/FM/Sirius radio). MP3 & USB ports. Hands-free bluetooth phone link.

Stock suspension.

Stock wheels (16 inch), Nexen 205/65/R16 tires.