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 […]
Category: Car Buying
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 […]
Experts Explain Why Customers Shouldn’t Be Afraid of BHPH Dealerships
The Buy Here-Pay Here industry is relatively tough for consumers to wrap their heads around. After all, the incredibly high interest rates seemingly hurt the customer more than they help, and this strategy tends to challenge the public perception of these individual businesses. We could go on and on about why consumers shouldn’t write off […]
A Mom’s Review: The 2017 Chevy Trax
Here’s a car you probably haven’t considered buying – the 2017 Chevy Trax. To be honest, this compact SUV has been so overshadowed by other family-friendly Chevys like the Equinox and the Tahoe that it really hadn’t even registered as a contender for my next family car. However, I was doing a little browsing on […]
Used Car Dealers Unload Inventory With New Technology
We all remember the used car dealers of the past—lots of aging vehicles in the lot, large “For Sale” signs on the hoods, brightly colored flags blowing in the wind to get your attention, posters of women in scantily-clad bikinis, and some shifty looking men who wanted to sell you a bridge in Brooklyn. […]
Buy a Minivan, Not a Maserati
Here’s a riddle for you: what do a Maserati and a Minivan have in common? If you said four wheels and a steering column, well then, yes – you’re right. And of course, they both start with the letter ‘M’. But really, that’s where one would think most of the shared similarities between the sexy […]
Chevy Lease Deals – Like No Other
Are you ready for a new car, truck, SUV, or van? If the thought of locking yourself into a year-long commitment to a vehicle is making you think twice about even trading in that old reliable rust bucket, Chevrolet has many lease deals that are worth considering because simply put, they are like none other. […]
Nissan Titan XD Only $31,000
Nissan makes great vehicles. If you have not considered a Nissan for your next vehicle, you probably should. All Nissans are very competitively priced and have a great resale value. The Nissan Titan XD is a super affordable option for your next large truck purchase. Single Cab, Crew Cab, Gas, Diesel, 4X2 or 4X4, there […]
Trade-In Advice from Former Customers and Dealership Employees
Are you looking to trade in your vehicle? Well, we’re sure you’ve read article upon article about how you can maximize the price of your current car. Well, we’re not looking to bore you once again. Rather, we figured that insight from legitimate customers and dealership employees could actually provide you with the most clarity […]
Used Cars Shopped the American Way
There is a shift taking place in the used car world. Used car dealerships are worried. Easily accessible choices are now available to all consumers. A person looking for a new or used vehicle can now carefully weigh their options beforehand, in order to answer questions like: “Which is a better car dealership?” Or, “Which […]
Up the Ante and Your Credit in a Used Impala
Ready to get behind the wheel and back on track with your finances? As tricky as it sounds, securing a solid loan on any of the reliable used cars in your neighborhood is an ideal place to start. Bad credit consumers increasingly are finding that the right loan on a used car is just the […]
John Oliver Schools the BHPH Industry
John Oliver took the buy here, pay here industry to task in a big way on a recent episode of Last Week Tonight. The results were, per John Oliver, hilarious and statistically alarming. First of all, let’s agree that you can’t paint an entire industry for the sins of a few crappy dealers. Or, in […]
Take Advantage of Low Gas Prices with Even Lower Car Prices
If there is one thing to be said about us Americans, it’s that we absolutely love to follow trends. If a social media influencer points you in the direction of a product, regardless of how ridiculous it is, you are first in line to buy it. When your favorite Etsy shop assures you that yellow […]
3 Reasons to Make a 2017 Volvo V60 Your Next Ride
A new 2017 Volvo V60 makes a nice car for many reasons, but here are the three that really stand out the most. First, the V60 has the practicality of a station wagon, but without the lackluster looks. Personally, I like station wagons. I find them useful. But, I know many people prefer a slick car over a practical one, […]
3 Tricks to Avoid Buying a Lemon Car
When shopping at a used car dealer, the threat of stumbling on a dealership that has a lemon car (or five) lurking in the shadows is real. What’s a lemon? For those who don’t know, a lemon is a car that can be new or used, and has a substantial defect that the manufacturer is […]
Bad Credit/ Car Loan vs. Buy Here Pay Here Lots
Bad credit? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one struggling. But you do have to decide between either pursuing a car loan or simply going to a buy here pay here dealer for in-house financing. Both sides have their ups and downs, but if your credit is bad, chances are you’ll have a hard time getting […]
3 Immediate Benefits to Buying a Box Truck
If you’re a business owner, chances are you’re looking for commercial vehicles that are able to do a little bit of everything. Well, if you’re a landscaper, flower shop owner, or own a catering service, there’s nothing that a box truck can’t do to support those fields. Not to mention, there are three immediate benefits you’ll gain […]
Looking for Used Car Parts? Time for Junkyard Diving!
No, this isn’t the same as dumpster diving. For one, it’s legal. Secondly, you probably won’t find anything new in a junkyard, like you could in a dumpster. What will you find? A seemingly endless source of inexpensive car parts and unusual finds. Yes, it might look intimidating. Yes, it might require you to wear some dirtier clothes […]