Whenever we discuss dealerships, we often view these businesses from the driver’s perspective. However, as someone who’s constantly writing about cars, I was also curious about the sales team’s point of view during any negotiation. Specifically, I wanted to know about some of their craziest selling experiences, especially when it came to test drivers. Fortunately, […]
Category: Car Buying
Some of the Internet’s Worst Auto Loan Stories
A new or used car might be one of the biggest purchases you make during your lifetime. Predictably, this transaction has led to a number of financial nightmares for individuals. While dealerships admittedly try to capitalize on ignorant, inexperienced customers, these monetary issues can usually be attributed to boneheaded mistakes by the buyer. Opting for […]
Distinctively Audi
The shoulders of a luxury automaker need to be broad in order to carry the weight of the expectations that are placed upon it. Fortunately, the majority of these automakers benefit from their longevity and the full maturation that they enjoy as a result of it. The added benefit of possessing an enduring legacy comes […]
Want a Better Car Buying Scenario? Try online.cars
So you want to buy a used car. That decision is the easy part. Now comes the burden of research, hunting, enduring high-pressured selling environments and the potential disappointment of having to make concessions in the event of limitations in the availability of your dream vehicle. Now, don’t be discouraged. We’re not trying to be […]
Buying a Vehicle (That’s a Steal)
It’s odd. No sooner had I finished writing about the benefits of buying a new Chevy in a particular city, I was asked to gather my thoughts on used car drivers within that city might be interested in. Aside from the timing, the oddity comes in the context of that piece. Built around the city’s […]
Embracing the Romance of Alfa Romeo
When searching for Alfa Romeo Dealers, NY drivers will inevitably find themselves reaching out to Alfa Romeo of Albany. In doing so, they take the first step towards becoming part of something truly exclusive; a heritage that extends back more than a century. From the foundation of the Anonima Lombarda Fabbrica Automobili (A.L.F.A.) in June […]
Why the 2017 Nissan Titan Has Earned Its Name
Whenever I see or read about the 2017 Nissan TITAN, my mind automatically wanders to mythology and those Roman gods. However, when you begin to think about the attributes that often accompany these “titans,” you’ll find that they also apply to Nissan’s brand-new pickup truck. Often times, we find ourselves rolling our eyes and laughing […]
Lock Down Your Perfect Used Car (Then Lock It Up!)
Are you looking for used cars? When shopping used cars, it’s equally important to know what you want, and what you don’t want. While it could be viewed as a positive that used inventories offer far greater diversity than the new model years of all manufacturers combined, that diversity can also be overwhelming. What vehicle […]
2017 Nissan Rogue vs 2017 Mazda CX-5
Over the past five years, the automotive marketplace has experienced a paradigm shift. Resulting from recession-era fuel costs, existing and prospective SUV buyers had once engaged in a reactionary mass exodus, opting for more efficient vehicles. While this was predicted by many to have a damning effect on the SUV segment, it inspired automakers to […]
So…You Have Bad Credit
There is no shortage of frustration faced by those buying a car with bad credit. If you’ve never had to endure this particular challenge, you may be inclined to make assumptions about the reasons why someone would have bad credit in the first place. After all, what could have caused it beside blatant delinquency and/or […]
We Know. With Bad Credit, Car Loans Can Be Intimidating
Finding yourself searching Bad Credit Car Loans can be a frustrating experience. Resulting from poor credit and lack of ability to obtain traditional financing you may feel limited, even isolated. But before you judge yourself too harshly, allow us to remind you that you are hardly alone. Why? Because regardless of credit score, income level […]
Three Egregious BHPH Tactics and How You Can Avoid Them
Nowadays, consumers with poor credit seemingly have few opportunities to secure a vehicle. The only realistic option is by visiting a Buy Here-Pay Here dealership, although these customers also have to expect extraordinarily high interest rates. Furthermore, many consumers tend to believe that these particular dealerships are untrustworthy and unethical. Now, as you’re about to […]
Breaking the Stereotype of Used Car Dealers
Used car dealers take all forms. Some fit the prevailing stereotypes that car buyers have come to expect over the years. From checkered sports coats or sharkskin suits to ridiculously overbearing commercials full of shouting, we’ve all seen it before. Perhaps you’ve even experienced it for yourself, when looking to buy a used car. So […]
Top Three Tips for Securing a Car Loan with Bad Credit
Maybe it all started when you signed up for that first credit card in college and promptly maxed it out by hitting the bar scene. Or maybe you had to buy new clothes for your first job… which then lead to having a fabulous wardrobe but not enough income to pay off the monthly bill […]
10 Attributes of the 2017 Nissan Rogue that Top the Competitors
If you’ve been shopping around for a new SUV, then you’ve presumably started to size up different models. In this case, you’ve surely compared the 2017 Nissan Rogue vs. 2017 Honda CR-V. The two vehicles are relatively similar, and prospective buyers will also find that there are a number of additional models that also fit […]
What the Industry’s Experts Have to Say About the 2017 Silverado 3500HD
Chevy’s assortment of work trucks are all capable in their own way, leading to a difficult decision for customers. While you could realistically spend days exploring each of the offerings via the brand’s website, it might be a better idea to rely on the advice of legitimate pickup experts. After all, these writers will clue […]
Start Driving…Thanks to Online Ease
One day you wake up. And while it’s just another day in the Cincinnati area, there is one major difference: you find yourself in need of a new car. The “why” doesn’t really matter. Maybe you need to add a second car to your household, to accommodate the various demands of your family. Or maybe […]
Seven Numbers That Stand out on the 2017 Honda Pilot
There are a number of reasons why prospective SUV buyers should be targeting the 2017 Honda Pilot. Instead of boring you with paragraph upon paragraph of features and capabilities, we’ve instead decided to play a tiny numbers game. Below, you’ll find seven major numbers that apply to the brand’s top SUV offering. Once you recognize […]
Frankenstein’s CarFax
Okay, first things first: I’m not implying that used cars for sale can easily equate to horror stories. That said, I was once driving home from work with my buddy, Arnie, when suddenly he spotted a 1958 Plymouth Fury parked out back of an old house, and decided that he had to have it. Next […]
Four Vicious Car Reviews That Leave No Survivors
If you’re like me, you scour the internet for cringe-worthy content. If that’s the case, wait until you get a load of the cruelest car reviews of all time! Many of these pundits aren’t afraid to attack any aspect of a car, and one of these online reviews even led to a writer losing his […]