Recent content by AlamedaSparky

I've resorted to simply leaving the radio at 0 volume and that seems to do it. If you mute it, it un-mutes when the system is next turned on. Bizarre, but as others have said, a minor flaw in an otherwise great car. Oh, one other thing: Went I plug in my iPhone with the USB cable it...

I got my 1LT at FH Dailey (Great salesman "JT") without the fast charger (remember there aren't many of them out there) for $1500 down, 10k miles/year for $202/month plus tax.

Cool that you got your Spark at Dailey. I am leasing and asked about that too and, sure enough, since it's a GM part, there's no problem when you return the vehicle. Now, I have to say, I love it so much, I'm wondering if I should have bought...

They quoted me a price of $229 including installation. Luckily, I had a $200 certificate for parts and service from Costco for going through the Costco Auto program ( and I negotiated a lower price than the Costco price!). With tax, it came to only $39 and change.

Thanks for the info on posting photos, blownb310. That green Spark is pretty cool! Chocula: You should call "JT" at FH Dailey as you have to order them through Chevy. They are made by 3M. JT's number is 510-746-1213. Tell him Jeff sent you. Good luck!

JT at the the FH Dailey dealership in San Leandro, CA, was finally able to track down the original auto show decals for my Spark. I'm wondering if anyone else has a set or other decals they like. I think it adds a nice touch. BTW, JT and FH Dailey have been a great dealership throughout, highly...

Interesting article in the New York Times about the convergence of EVs and solar for homes: http://www.nytimes.com/2014/03/25/business/car-companies-take-expertise-in-battery-power-beyond-the-garage.html

Thank you, I guess I missed that somehow!

That's pretty amazing, I'm getting about 5.5 on a generally flat route back and forth to work. I once got 27 coming down a hill for almost the entire trip. Crazy. I'm wondering about the use of the L "gear." I use it most of the time, but not on the freeway. Is it okay to use L on the freeway too?

I just got a Bosch PowerMax (love that rebate!) and was wondering if it draws any power once the Spark automatically stops charging. The Bosch has a manual on/off switch and remains powered on even after the Spark has a complete charge. Not a problem to turn it off in the morning manually, but I...

Thanks! Will try those. Still strange the radio just doesn't have an 'off' button!

Hi, Everyone, Just had my new Spark for a week now and loving it. One question (or, perhaps, the first). Anyone know how to turn off the radio? It seems it stays on even while you are in other menu items on the Infotainment system. I've just taken to turning the volume all the way down. There...