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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
While you sat happily in a food coma for the entire weekend, you missed a great time to buy from used car dealers. Around Thanksgiving is the best time to buy a used car, after all. Why? For a few reasons. First and foremost, Black Friday sales create huge deals for used cars. You can […]
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 […]
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 […]
Chevy is one of the most popular automotive brands in the world, explaining their dedicated and passionate fan base. Still, we’d reckon there is a handful of Chevy models that even the biggest enthusiast has forgotten about. The majority of the vehicles you’re about to see were from the 1970s, and most of them only […]
Time has a way of changing things. Think of everything we are tolerant of today as opposed to 10, 20, or even 30 years ago. Boy, how things have changed! Luckily, for used car dealers the auto sales industry has changed their image over time. It used to be quite a stereotype. The used car salesman. […]
A car is the biggest purchase that most people make outside of their homes. Even a moderately priced car can cost tens of thousands of dollars, putting it out of reach for many people on limited budgets. For those who have poor credit, the options are even more limited. Fortunately, there is such a wide […]
Some potential car buyers may swear off used vehicles all together, citing their desire to purchase a new vehicle. What they’re failing to recognize is the unneeded burden on the wallet that accompanies purchasing a new car. Used cars have obviously had more action than a new car, but that doesn’t mean they’re any less […]
Every time I write about a car or truck, no matter the manufacturer or model year, I find that I am always treated to a history lesson of some sort. It seems nearly impossible to understand or appreciate automotive history without first understanding the larger history behind it. This is true of the climate […]
