Ah, yes. Maintenance records, a truly unsung hero in the used car market. These are one of the only things I know of that are able to provide you with cyclical value in the automotive world. If you do your due diligence before buying a car by gathering the maintenance records and checking them, it’s going to help […]
I’m sure every self-respecting redneck has already beat me to the punch when it comes to hearing about this truck. But just in case anyone out there missed it, here it is! General Motor Co.’s Chevy and the apparel maker Carhartt, Inc. have teamed up to produce a 2017 Silverado HD concept that has thus […]
While the SEMA show might not be open to the general public, it’s still fun to look at and fantasize about the different concept models featured there. With last year’s show drawing more than 60,000 consumers, it only makes sense that a lot of automakers want to get in on the action this year, and proudly display their […]
Over the years, trucks have changed in more ways than one. Some of them good, some of them bad. Perhaps one of the worst ways they’ve changed is the result of companies making the switch over to aluminum based frames. That’s right, I’m looking at you, Ford. The working men and women who need their […]
By now, many of you have probably seen John Oliver “exposing” how horrible buy here, pay here dealerships are on his talk show. In it, he provides a comical (and quite painful to sit through) explanation of BHPH dealerships, and how they are out to get the consumer. News flash — not all of them […]
How many horror stories or bad dealer reviews have you read online about someone buying a used car, only to find out a week later that it’s a lemon? Or, have something happen they thought would be covered by a warranty, but really isn’t? Therefore, they end up having to pay for the repair themselves. […]
If the internet is a cyber tree of knowledge, then why are people still getting screwed when it comes to buying new cars? There are articles EVERYWHERE advising consumers on how not to get messed with when purchasing a new car. Guess what? Here’s one more! Don’t Take Anyone’s Word for It — Check it Yourself I don’t care if Hagrid […]
So, the word on the street – or track – is that Hyundai is looking to up its performance game and is doing so by investing some serious time, attention, and bucks into its brand new “N” performance sub-brand. Behold! The RN30 concept vehicle, just a shade of what’s to come of Hyundai’s i30N production […]
Ever heard of getting nickel and dimed for auto repairs? Basically, the expression just means that you’re getting the screws put to you when it comes to paying for necessary automotive maintenance or repairs. We all know that automotive upkeep can be costly, but it shouldn’t be excessive, and certainly not unfounded by the mechanic […]
Moving to the big city usually means a serious downgrade with respect to living space. The concrete jungle – no matter where it’s located – is often characterized by tiny apartments, creative storage spaces, and narrow city streets. Fortunately, there is a wealth of used cars that are ideal for city living and routinely suggested […]
This month marks a very important birthday in the Volvo automobile legacy. Sixty years ago, on September 1, the Swedish automaker unveiled the Amazon, so named after the leggy female warriors first made famous by Greek myths. Despite its Greek name, the Amazon was rather cosmopolitan in that she represented a design blend inspired by […]
Leave it to the Italians. Shakespeare’s ill-fated Romeo famously declared, “A rose by any other name would smell as sweet.” Well, if that’s true then what’s in a name? In the automotive world, cars are all about connotations. Certain names – brands – are associated with wealth, luxury, power, respect, and even fame. Few brands embody […]
The world of cars can be a dangerous place, especially when it comes to selling your vehicle privately. Not only do you have to worry about many different scams, but you also have to worry about your safety. There are plenty of cases of people trying to sell or buy a car privately, and then getting ripped […]
Searching for the best used cars Baltimore has to offer doesn’t have to be a drag. Sure, used car shopping has gotten a bad rap in the past, rife as it was with shady dealers and hidden fees, not to mention less than reliable lemons. But, some dealers have devoted themselves to reimagining used car sales, and […]
It’s such a cliche, but seriously, who doesn’t love that new car smell? Although it’s hard to define exactly what makes up that unmistakable aroma, slipping into a new car, or one that’s immaculately maintained, conjures up feelings of accomplishment, pride, and a clean start to the day. Most of us enjoy that new smell […]
When it comes to keeping current and constantly evolving with the ever-changing automotive industry, your Foothill Ranch Mercedes Benz dealership is well paced. Only seven years old, this dealership was founded on fresh ideals that leave pushy sales and stressful negotiations in the past. Instead, what all customers should expect when visiting Foothill Ranch is […]
It’s a rare individual who hasn’t experienced some measure of financial stress or setbacks in life. Most of us, at one time or another, have struggled to make ends meet. Sometimes we can’t stretch a thin budget far enough and subsequently fail to pay bills on time or wind up missing payments altogether. As a […]
McCluskey has done it again. Made used car shopping easier and more fun than ever before. Yeah, that’s right – fun. Not to mention, convenient. Sounds impossible, we know. But, with the used car industry changing its stripes and cleaning up its act, the team at McCluskey has devised an ingenious and oh-so-seamless way to […]
Buying a pre-owned vehicle is an outstanding way to get maximum luxury for a reduced price. At Mercedes Benz, offered is a wide range of pre-owned possibilities from a variety of automakers. Of course, you can expect to see more offerings from our beloved Mercedes Benz manufacturer, but we do have an abundance of alternatives, […]
Traditionally, the used car shopping experience was fraught with unreliable vehicles sold by untrustworthy salesmen. More often than not, customers felt pressured to purchase a used vehicle that was less than dependable at a price that exceeded their budget restrictions. But that moment in the motor vehicle realm has, it seems, finally passed. What remains […]
