If you’re in the market for a used vehicle, you’re in luck. There’s never been a better time to buy with a strong selection of pre-owned vehicles. But there’s one caveat: how to have a pleasant experience without falling for the dirty tricks presented by some used car salesmen. All over the country, lots are […]
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Big Spender or Big Saver? Two Used Cars to Fit Your Finances
When it comes time to buy a car, there is a lot to consider. For starters, you must ask yourself will you be driving the car, or is it a gift for a family member? Do you need a car with low mileage, or will a well-traveled car work just fine for you? What about […]
The Toyota Tacoma – A Brief History
The Toyota Tacoma is a Japanese mid-sized pickup truck and is one of the best available used trucks nearby. The Tacoma is available and a popular pickup truck purchase around the world. First built and marketed as a compact sized pickup truck during its first generation run, the Tacoma is now only offered strictly as […]
What Are Some of the Best Used Cars in 2017?
In 2017, finding the right used car for sale can be a daunting process for sure. Everything from sedans and convertibles, to full-size pickups and monstrous SUVs are available on the market for immediate purchase. Finding the right one for your specific needs is going to be a little more about doing some personal soul […]
Which Website Helps Me Find the Best Used Cars Near Me?
Finding the perfect used car in your specific area was once a daunting task. Research into a vehicle’s usage, value, and history could only be done by a dealership before the advent of the internet. Guides, catalogs and subscription services exclusively available to car sales professionals once dominated the industry and hid the true value […]
Denver Bronco’s Have the BEST FANS
Searching for used cars around Denver brought a funny little fact to my attention. Scrolling down the page of Google search results I noticed a Pinterest results page. Clicking on the link brought me to a very bright orange and blue pin filled with the Denver Bronco’s emblems, logos, and colors. No this is not […]
A Used Tahoe to Untangle Your Bad Credit Knots
Shopping for used cars can feel daunting when your credit is crappy and showing no signs of strengthening. The thing is, we all know that life is unpredictable and sometimes those sudden shifts and unexpected twists leave us strapped for cash or unable to pay bills on time. The slope between good credit and bad […]
3 Things to Know About a Used Car Before Buying
Shopping for used cars can be a tricky and overwhelming process. First, you need to figure out what you can afford. Then, you need to decide what type of model you’re going to buy. Car, truck, SUV, wagon, crossover? After that, you need to decide where you’re going to buy it from. This could be […]
An Ode to Our Least Favorite Parts of Securing Auto Loans
Finding the right auto loan option can be painful, especially if you’re working with a less-than-friendly auto dealer who just happens to be near your home. Between pushy salespeople trying to get you to sign on to high monthly payments to shady marketing tactics that end up forcing you to pay more than the vehicle […]
Rhino Lining – The Military’s Choice for Vehicle Protection
Did you know that Rhino Lining is the U.S. military’s choice when it comes to durable, spray-on protective liners? Some of you may have thought this kick-ass company only made spray-in bed liners for trucks, and some of you may not have even heard of Rhino Lining at all. Unlikely, considering its prestigious reputation, but still possible […]
Credit Trouble? A Buy Here, Pay Here Dealership is Your Answer
Credit trouble? That sucks, especially when you’re trying to find an auto loan. It’s going to be more difficult, and some places might not even consider extending a loan your way, including used car dealers and banks. So, how will you get a car? Well, you could always shop on Craigslist and buy a used beater, but that […]
3 Types of Used Trucks Circulating Through the Market
When it comes to classifying the different types of trucks circulating through the used automotive market, it might seem confusing. But, it’s not as bad as you think. Why is this important? Well, for starters the different class/size/type (whatever you prefer to call it) of truck determines how much it can tow, the cargo volume, […]
3 Reasons Buying a Used Truck is Better Than Buying New
It’s a tired, but persistent debate: new vs. used vehicles. Many will argue that new cars are more reliable, come with warranties that are worth their weight in gold, and have updated tech and safety features. Others will say that if you buy used, you don’t have to pay off a loan with interest, and the purchase […]
Think Like a Millennial When Used Car Shopping; They Are Doing it Right
Millennials get a bad rep, for the right and wrong reasons. If you can put aside your warranted (or unwarranted) disdain for what appears to be the most controversial generation in the history of mankind, and take a look at this new study, you’ll notice millennials are actually doing car shopping the right way. Not only […]
A Used Aston Martin V8 Vantage – Totally Worth It
Even though a used Aston Martin V8 Vantage is expensive to purchase and maintain, doesn’t mean that it’s a bad car to own. On the contrary, a V8 Vantage is actually a great car to own. Why is that? Price Is Still Expensive; Even When Hit With Depreciation Depreciation is when a vehicle loses its value. It happens instantly, […]
Three Tips for Safely Selling your Car Privately Online
You’ve heard the stories. Some naive soul puts his car for sale online, then goes and meets the “buyer” in a sketchy, poorly lit parking lot. Said buyer jacks the car and leaves the seller in the parking lot, car and penny-less. Or, maybe that same buyer decided to give an ex-felon that responded to his Craigslist ad his home address, so […]
Want to Be An Uber Driver? Here’s The Type of Used Car You’ll Need
So, you’re looking to get in on this new Uber or Lyft craze, huh? Maybe you hired an Uber once and enjoyed the concept. Or, you’re just looking for a second way to make some easy dough. Well, it’s first important to note there are regional vehicle standards that your car would have to meet […]
A Co-Signer Can Do More Than Boost Your Credit
If you have bad credit, chances are you’ve looked into getting a co-signer to help boost that score of yours. But, did you know that a co-signer actually does more than just boost your credit score? While the primary reason to get a co-signer is obviously to ensure that you get a loan, even if it’s […]
What You Need to Know About Used Plow Trucks
What is it about a New England winter that creates its fair share of people considering snow plowing as a means of supplemental income? We’re sure it’s the same in any geography affected by winter weather, but it’s always interesting to see the barrage of truck owners – and those looking to buy a […]
Used Car Shopping Isn’t Complicated – Just Ask Yourself One Question
When it comes to used car buying, a lot of people complicate the crap out of it. Why? I don’t know. But, time and time again people go through the stress of figuring out what type of used car they want. Especially today in 2016, where materialistic objects like vehicles are considered a status symbol […]