Posts Tagged ‘Mileage’

Seized Auto Auctions – Hot Tips to Help You at Auto Auctions

April 25th, 2010
Seized auto auctions offer some of the most fantastic car deals you can find around the country. It is not rare for cars to go for as low as $200 and discounts of up to 90% have been given for cars on auction. And it applies to both used and new cars. Since it is so cheap to buy cars there, it is no surprise that most people who go to an auction ends up driving one home. But before you let your excitement cloud your better judgment, let us examine these seized auto auctions carefully.Enter Seized Auto Auctions with Adequate PreparationAdjust your expectations and be realistic. Most of the cars at seized auto auctions are used cars. In fact, a good 90% and beyond are second hand cars. Therefore, be ready to accept that there could be some minor issues with the cars. Depending on the mileage read more

Best Car Warranty

April 6th, 2010
All new cars are covered by a factory warranty, which will assure you that the new car you buy is free from manufacturer’s defects. The length and terms of the warranties differ from company to company. Most car companies will offer a three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, and a five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty, whichever comes first. There are some car companies, however, that offer a ten-year/100,000-mile powertrain, and a five-year/60,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. These car companies claim to have the best warranty coverage in the world.Another component of a really good warranty, not usually covered by normal warranties, would be their level of roadside assistance. This type of warranty will guarantee you assistance if you are stranded on the road. This read more

Is Leasing A Car The Right Option?

December 18th, 2009
Leasing a new car or truck can be a complicated and frustrating experience. All the offers being advertised look great on the surface, but is leasing really the best option for everyone? Basically, the answer is no. Leasing can be a wonderful alternative to sinking a large down payment and 60 months worth of payments into a vehicle you have no intention of keeping for very long. But, for those who intend to keep that new car or truck for the long haul, leasing may actually cost more.The Benefits of Leasing:Leasing a vehicle generally makes a lot of sense if you don’t exceed the mileage allowance offered by the leasing company (usually between 10,000 and 15,000 miles a year); you keep the vehicle in good shape (inside and out); or you plan to get a new vehicle within a few years regar read more

Car Leasing 101: What You Need To Know

December 8th, 2009
Who can resist the ads? Lease the car of your dreams for a mere $199.00 and very little down. It doesn’t take much to see why leasing has become a popular option for those who either can’t afford to buy a new car, or can’t afford to upgrade to the model they really want.On the surface, leasing a car may seem too good to be true – and oftentimes it is. Sure, leasing often gets you in a better car, but is it a better deal? For most people, the answer is no. Unless you need a short-term arrangement due to work or school demands, leasing often costs much more in the long run than buying.What are some of the disadvantages of leasing? Check these out and see:-If you continue to rollover car leases, payments never end, because you never “own” the vehicle.-Limit read more