
Michael Perkins
A CarGurus contributor since 2008, Michael started his career writing about cars with the SCCA - winning awards during his time as editor of Top End magazine. Since then, his journalistic travels have taken him from NY to Boston to CA, completing a cross-country tour on a restored vintage Suzuki. While his preference is for fine German automobiles - and the extra leg room they so often afford - his first automobile memories center around impromptu Mustang vs. Corvette races down the local highway, in the backseat of his father's latest acquisition.
Articles written by this author:

2009 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Preview
by Michael Perkins
A bit of bureaucracy for Ferrari’s flagship in 2009, and for once that’s a good thing. Drivers who are able to take their eye...
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2009 INFINITI EX35 Preview
by Michael Perkins
The 2009 Infiniti EX35 is a unique entry in the crossover market for many reasons. Based on the same FM platform as the Nissa...
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2009 Maybach 62 Preview
by Michael Perkins
What do you do when your attempt to purchase Rolls Royce/Bentley falls through? If you’re Daimler AG (Mercedes to us common f...
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2009 Maybach 57 Preview
by Michael Perkins
Looking for an ultra-luxury car with the protection of a tank? If you’re just as worried about protection as prestige, and ar...
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2009 Lamborghini Gallardo Preview
by Michael Perkins
You can tell a lot from a name. Take the Lamborghini Gallardo LP560-4, for instance. Ignoring the tired prejudices surroundin...
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2009 Lamborghini Murcielago Preview
by Michael Perkins
Nothing says “flagship” like 631 hp, except perhaps 487 lb-ft of torque, or a 211-mph top speed. Truth be told, everything ab...
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2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage Preview
by Michael Perkins
BBC’s Top Gear created a whole separate category for the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, finding it “too cool” for even top honors o...
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2009 Porsche Cayenne Preview
by Michael Perkins
The Porsche Cayenne receives another trim level for 2009, adding yet another configuration for the larger of its two availabl...
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2009 Porsche Boxster Preview
by Michael Perkins
Just like the Cayman, the 2009 Porsche Boxster gets revised styling and more power, further blurring the already shaky distin...
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2009 Porsche Cayman Preview
by Michael Perkins
Porsche enthusiasts wanted a mid-engine roadster that was more economically friendly - and they got it in the Boxster. Knowin...
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2009 Land Rover Range Rover Preview
by Michael Perkins
Land Rover’s star pupil, the Range Rover, comes into 2009 virtually unchanged. This four-door luxury SUV seats five and comes...
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2009 Land Rover LR3 Preview
by Michael Perkins
Land Rover’s 2009 LR3 seems to be a carryover, but subtle changes abound with new standard features, a model changeup, and so...
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2009 Audi S6 Preview
by Michael Perkins
Easily distinguishable by the row of LED running lights that graces both sides of its front bumper, Audi’s sport-inspired ver...
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2009 Audi TT Preview
by Michael Perkins
The 2009 Audi TT is a carryover, following a complete redesign for 2007. Available as a 2+2 coupe or a roadster, the TT can b...
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2009 BMW 7 Series Preview
by Michael Perkins
The 2009 BMW 7 Series sees a lot of upgrades this year, including a new, more powerful and more efficient engine, a small wei...
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2009 Fisker Karma Preview
by Michael Perkins
Anticipated since its debut at the 2008 North American International Auto show, the 2009 Fisker Karma will be the first vehic...
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2009 Commuter Cars Tango Preview
by Michael Perkins
The greatest obstacle facing electric vehicles is one of ethos - logos is all under control. The specs for so many are hard t...
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2009 Kia Optima Preview
by Michael Perkins
Kia’s front-wheel-drive midsize offering, the Optima, sees plenty of upgrades in 2009, with a new engine, more power, refresh...
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2009 Chevrolet Express Cargo Preview
by Michael Perkins
The Chevrolet Express Cargo is a full-size van available in half-, three-quarter and one-ton versions - 1500, 2500, and 3500,...
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2009 INFINITI QX56 Preview
by Michael Perkins
2009 is a carryover year for Infiniti’s upscale Nissan Armada, the QX56. After 2008’s cosmetic refresh, buyers will see nothi...
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2009 Hyundai Genesis Preview
by Michael Perkins
There were a lot of promises heard from Hyundai regarding its Genesis. Given that it is the car manufacturer’s first rear-whe...
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2008 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti Preview
by Michael Perkins
The ultimate in speed, comfort and luxury adds a high-end entertainment system and ultimate customizability for 2008. Sure, p...
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2019 BMW X7 Test Drive Review
by Michael Perkins
BMW introduces the 2019 X7 as its new flagship 3-row SUV.

2019 Chevrolet Equinox Test Drive Review
by Michael Perkins
After last year’s redesign, the Equinox returns with new HD rear-view and surround-view cameras, an updated infotainment syst...
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