How to Buy a New Car in 24 Hours

Contrary to popular belief, many potential buyers dread the car buying experience (cue sarcasm).  They feel it’s too long, redundant, and that sales people are trying to take advantage of their good nature.  Our dealership is different.  We make your car buying experience fun and enlightening.  So, in today’s blog, we’re providing a way to purchase your dream car in one day. 

1.    Find Your Dream Ride

Check out our inventory online to find your perfect fit.  Narrow your search down to color, trim level and the options you desire in an easy quick to use inventory system.

2.    Make a Deal

Call us up and speak to our Internet Manager.  During your chat, ask for our pricing and double-check with us for any incentives or rebates for the vehicle you’ve fallen in love with.

3.    Arrange Delivery

So, you’ve found the perfect car, the price is within your means you’re good to ride off into the sunset.  Don’t cue those closing credits just yet.  Now, you can setup an appointment to close the deal in our dealership.  To speed up the paperwork, just ask us what documentation you’ll need, as well as completing a credit app on our website.   When you come in, just ask us to give you the demonstration of your vehicle.  We’ll show you all of the cool new technology your car offers, how to use certain settings, and answer any questions that you might have about your vehicle.  If you’re pressed for time, just bring your new car in a week later for a detailed briefing.  By then, you’ll probably have a few questions to ask our car gurus. 

We understand that a car purchase is a big decision, but it CAN be done quickly with little to no stress.  Follow the above tasks and you’ll be driving off in your new vehicle in a jiffy! 

Tell us about your best car buying experience below:

This Holiday Season, Give to the Unfortunate with Toys for Tots

It’s the holiday season, and with that said, we’re pumped for the great times with family, the breeze of cool winter weather, and the abundance of gifts we will be able to give and receive.  We’re an automotive dealership and we appreciate every individual that comes in to see us for service, new car purchases, and overall questions about their vehicles.  We appreciate your business and understand that you have a life and family of your own.  However, some of the less fortunate might not have that luxury. 

In today’s blog, we’re taking a road less traveled.  We’re going to talk about how your new, unwrapped gift for a little boy or girl can brighten their holiday season for years to come.  Toys for Tots mission is to collect new, unwrapped toys during October, November and December each year, and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to less fortunate children in the community in which the campaign is conducted.  So, you’re probable asking: “How can I help?”

You can contribute to your local Toys for Tots campaign in several ways. You can donate a toy at one of the area toy drop locations, host a Toys for Tots event at your home, office or other venue and collect toys for Toys for Tots, or volunteer at the local warehouse.

Please select your state and county from this link: http://www.toysfortots.org/donate/toys.aspx and you will be redirected to the Toys for Tots website for your local community. Once there, follow the prompts for your desired action, or select the “Contact Us” option from the menu bar. You should be provided with contact information for the local campaign Coordinator.  It’s that easy!

How Servicing Your Car Can Extend its Life (Even Further!)

As a car buyer, you’ve experienced the uneasy feeling of maintaining your vehicle.  In most recent years, advances in technology have lessened visits to the service department, but routine service should still not be missed.  Our dealership is a safe haven for your car, catering to its specific needs, like a preventative care center.  One of the main questions you ask when purchasing a new or used vehicle is: How reliable it is? In today’s blog, we provide some tips to maintaining your vehicle and how to extend the already long life of your vehicle.

1. Read the vehicle manual and schedule maintenance appointments - Keeping up with your vehicle’s scheduled maintenance is key to avoiding costly problems to the cooling system, drivetrain, suspension etc…

2. Call your dealership and ask questions – We’re here to help.  If you have any service questions feel free to call us with your questions.  

3. Have your dealership check fluids – Always come in and ask us check the level of antifreeze, oil, transmission fluid, and brake fluid regularly.  

4. Change oil regularly – By changing your oil when your dealership requests it, you can protect your engine.  Every car is different, so call us to get the exact information for your specific vehicle make and model.

5. Request a fluid flush every two years – By flushing the power steering, brake, and cooling system fluid when it is pertinent, you can cleanse your car’s liquids in one fell swoop.  However, if you have gone more than 50k miles without a change, on many transmissions, it is not the greatest idea to do so.  It can cause breakdown varnish and other solids that have built up in the transmission over time.

6. Have the tires rotated – Having your tires rotated at your nearest dealership should be second nature.  By doing so, you can avoid uneven wear and tear on the tread, extending the life of your tires.

These are just a few tips to help you maintain your vehicle in your daily commute, feel free to add your comments below!

How to BEAT Rising Gas Prices

Ok, we’ve been here before.  You’re drive steadily and carefully around town on a quarter tank of gas.  Your palms are sweaty (because A/C is known to drain gas) and your eyes are glued to the road.  Your pupils dilate as you scan the area, studying the prices of gas stations to find a reasonable destination.  A maraud of signs flood the road way with numbers that cause you to twitch in fear.  Of course, you’re driving the speed limit, or even a couple MPH below it, just so you can milk every last drop of the oil slowly evaporating in your gas tank.  As the price of gas slowly rises, we provide several options to help you get your money’s worth, at least most of the time, in this week’s blog. 

First and foremost, slow down.  Try to go as slow as the surrounding traffic.  Driving less than 60-65 MPH saves gas because air grows more dense (aerodynamically), the faster we drive.  The most efficient speed to travel is around 45 to 55 MPH to maintain a good RPM ratio.  Secondly, use A/C only on the highway (those in hot climates or extremely cold climates might not have a choice).  A/C is known to drain, on average,  8% of the fuel in your car.  Parking in the shade is important because gas can evaporate straight out of the tank.  Try to park in shaded areas, or park with the gas tanking facing away from direct sunlight.  Also, try taking off slowly from a full stop.  You can save substantial amounts of gas by pressing the gas slowly, instead of taking off from a stop light.    Plan your trips in advance! This prevents wasted time and energy.  Create shortcuts, utilize your GPS, or try to memorize the best routes.  Do not IDLE!  Idling is a waste (unless you’re at a red light, we do advise you to obey traffic laws…hehe) Park your vehicle and go into a restaurant rather than idling in the drive-thru.  It usually saves time, and definitely saves gas.  Do you have any tips for us?  Feel free to comment!  We could all use the help!

To Lease or to Buy?

Choosing a new car can be a tough choice. To make it even harder, you also need figure out if you’re going to lease or buy. With there being many benefits to both, we have shared pros and cons for both, leasing and buying, to help you with your decision.

Leasing. What is it?
Think of leasing like renting a car. You make monthly payments to drive a new car for a two or three year period.

Pros:

·       Often no down payment required.

·       Pay less per month than you would repaying a car loan.

·       When the lease is up, you turn the car in – no hassle of selling or trading.

Cons:

·       Most lease agreements grant you a limited number of miles.

·       It can be frustrating to pay for something you'll never own.

Buying. How it works:
Pay the full amount or take a loan to make monthly payments until the car is paid off.

Pros:

·       Best deal if you drive over 15,000 miles per year.

·       Once it’s paid off, you own it. No more payments.

·       Able to modify the car how you want

Cons:

·       Able to put down at least 10 percent of the purchase price.

·       The older your car gets, the more you can expect to pay for repairs.

What’s your take on buying and leasing?