Archive for the ‘ Buying a Used Car ’ Category

Will Santa Bring Used Cars to his “Good” List This Year?

Posted by jcme on Sunday , December 20 , 2009 at 10:10 pm Comments: 0

Probably not – used cars are pretty difficult to get down a chimney, after all – but that doesn’t mean it’s not an ideal gift for this holiday season, for yourself or someone special in your life. Christmas is the season of goodwill and good cheer, and nothing cheers you up like a shiny new [...]

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Is Black Friday a Perfect Day to Buy Used Cars?

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 27 , 2009 at 3:05 pm Comments: 0

If you have been considering buying a used car lately, there is probably no better time to do it than today. A recent study released by Truecar.com found that Black Friday used car sales offer some of the best bargains of the entire year.
According to the study, you can expect to find an average discount [...]

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All about Kelley Blue Book

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 20 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

When buying used cars, the most authoritative resource you can use is the Kelley Blue Book. This is the most recognized pricing guide for the industry when it comes to buying new and used cars. But how much do you actually know about the Kelley Blue Book and how it came to be so important? [...]

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Buying a Used Car? Join the Crowd!

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 13 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

Buying used cars seems to be the “thing to do” these days. The number of consumers deciding to invest their money in used cars has caused an inventory shortage for many used cars dealers recently. Dealers have seen an increase in customers and it does not look like that is going to change any time [...]

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Three Tips for Buying a Used Car

Posted by jcme on Friday , November 6 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

More and more people are buying used cars these days because new cars are simply too expensive and they depreciate too much within the first year. Here are some tips to consider to make your next used car purchase easier and more rewarding.
Get Pre-Approved
Before you start shopping for a used car, go to your credit [...]

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Getting the Most for Your Trade-In

Posted by jcme on Wednesday , October 28 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

If you plan on financing or even buying another used car, you probably want to get the most money for your trade-in. Luckily, there are some things you can do to increase its value and reduce the cost on your next vehicle.
1. Clean it inside and out. A clean car is worth more than a dirty [...]

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AAA Offers Tips for Talking to Your Mechanic

Posted by jcme on Wednesday , October 21 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

Taking your used car to the mechanic is a daunting task for some car owners. It’s like those mechanics have their own language and that can intimidate some people who need repairs. But AAA offers these tips to help you talk to your mechanic so you can explain the problem in a way that the [...]

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Four Benefits to Buying a used Car

Posted by jcme on Wednesday , October 7 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

If you are a savvy shopper, buying a used car has several benefits over buying a brand new one. Here are a few advantages you can enjoy by purchasing used rather than new.
1. Lower costs – Used cars often cost a fraction of the price of a brand new car. This is because used cars have [...]

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Texting and Driving in Your Used Cars? Break the Habit Now!

Posted by jcme on Tuesday , September 29 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

With a recent survey that found about 90 percent of American drivers support a ban on texting while driving, organizations are jumping into the mix and giving their opinions on the issue as well.
The American Automobile Association, or AAA, started a campaign this week designed to help lawmakers pass a texting ban in all 50 [...]

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Discussing Overheating in Your Used Cars

Posted by jcme on Thursday , September 24 , 2009 at 5:05 am Comments: 0

On Tuesday, we told you what you should do when you see your used cars begin to overheat. We mentioned the first two vital steps – turn off the engine and open the hood. But what do you do after that? Here are the next steps to help save your engine as much as possible.
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