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General Motors 100000 Mile Certified Used Warranty 2007-03-04 19:55:00 General Motors
is trying to take the GM or Certified
Used Vehicle Sales to the next level. They will be offering a 100000 mile warranty on USED VEHICLES! WOW!First, it has to be a Certified Vehicle from a Certified Used Dealer. A Certified Used GM Vehicle is a car, truck, or SUV from the year model 2002-2006 with less than 60000 miles. Notice that I did not include 2007 models. This is because they already have the 100000 mile warranty included. Brands included are Chevrolet, GMC, Pontiac, Buick.The warranty is a warranty that will cover engine, transmission, drive train. It is not a bumper to bumper warranty, but will cover the major components that cost the most to fix. This will take the GM sales to record levels this year as it will offer peace of mind. Imagine, you are looking at a 2003 GM Car with 45000 miles. Under the old Certified Program, you would receive a 3 month, 3000 mile bumper to bumper warranty only. You still receive this, but also get the 100000 power train warranty Read more:General
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Toyota Names North Mississippi For New Plant 2007-02-27 17:08:00 Toyota Motor Corporation names NorthMississippi
for their newest plant in the US Today. This is truly a Great day for Mississippi as there will be about 2000 jobs added for the area. Toyota knows what it takes to sell more cars in the US. Let them be made here.GM and the other big auto makers need to take note in this announcement today. This entire area will be driving Toyota just because Toyota believes in the community enough to invest in it.
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Program Remote Keyless Entry; Yukon-Envoy-Tahoe-Trailblazer 2007-02-27 16:27:00 This is going to be a quick guide to save you from paying a programming fee for your remote keyless entry for All Yukon and Envoy
, Tahoe
and Trailblazer models.. This guide will not work for any other models, but will for most all Yukon, Tahoes, and Envoy, Trailblazers including XL and Denali models. If you go to a dealership, you will pay around $50 for programming!This will work on new remotes you just purchased or on old remotes that you may have had batteries replaced that lost program. It must be followed exactly.First, hold down the unlock feature on your door and keep it held down. While holding down, turn ignition key over 3 times and turn off (dont start vehicle). The speed at which you do this is not important, but just turn to where radio will play and instrument panel lights up. After you have done this, Hold the Lock and Unlock function on the remote, Both at same time! Hold for 15 to 20 seconds until you doors cycle thru an lock-unlock. They will do this automatically whi Read more:Program
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Tire And Wheel Packages 2007-02-26 05:10:00 Have you ever looked for the best price on Tires and Wheels. Well, look no further. If you are looking for Custom Truck Wheels, Car Wheels, Steel Wheels, Alloy Wheels, Wire Wheels. Whatever you are looking for, Shop for Tire & Wheel Packages
at The Tire Rack. This is your one stop shop for the best price for Tires and Wheels. You can get a deal on packages or buy your tires seperate or your wheels seperate.
Kevin Harvick And ROADLOANS Team Up! 2007-02-25 03:41:00 The #33 Chevrolet Busch series KevinHarvick
incorporated car will team up with Roadloans this year as a major sponsor. Roadloans has already been a sponsor for the Nextel Cup Series and Nascar Truck Series so are not new to the racing circuit.Roadloans is a direct Car LoansLender between the customer and the bank. Roadloans offers direct lending on Cars, Trucks, and SUVs and also offers a refinance option on your current vehicle! SAVE MONEY! Refinance your current auto loan with rates as low as 4.5%! Click here to apply with Roadloans now. Or you can Click Here To Finance a Vehicleyou are looking to buy. You can actually apply before you even go to look at a car. Apply online and you will shortly get your response by email. If approved, you will get an overnight package with your instuctions to buy a car. Your package will have a Blank Check to fill out when you find the right car.
Honda Accord Concept 2007-02-22 04:47:00 Take a look at the next-generation Honda
Accord Coupe. It is a vehicle that is sure to impress any car enthusiast. It has more modern sleek styling cues, from the fastback roof, to distinctive headlights. A more powerful V-6 engine will provide better fuel efficiency with with the Honda Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) technology. There will also be upgraded structural improvements to improve crash test results. New Car Honda Quotes will give you pricing for any Honda of your choice. Fill out a short form to get your new car price today. Know your price before you go to buy!
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GM and Chrysler? XM Radio and Sirius Radio? 2007-02-20 14:04:00 GM Owned XM Radio
and ChryslerSirius
Radio announcing they want to merge. This goes almost hand in hand with the stirring news of GM wanting to buy Chrysler. GM struggling to stay #1 and Chrysler slipping to #4 in the US. I believe the Satelite radio merger is just a precurser to what GM and Chrysler are trying to achieve.The question, will the government allow the Satelite mergers that will be a monopoly position. Stay tuned for more news out of this topic.
How To Properly Repair Scratches To Your Car 2006-08-01 05:04:00 We all have received them on our cars; rock chips, door dings, bumper scrapes, etc They can come from a rock thrown up from a truck on the highway, or its as easy as a parking lot ding from someone in a hurry or even an errant grocery cart. Most of these are unavoidable. They can happen even if you park far away from stores and regardless of the measures you take to protect your car. Not only do they detract from your cars beauty, but they can also make your car susceptible to rust and the environment. Here is how to fix these paint chips, nicks and deep scratches and protect your car from rust.Its not worth going to a auto paint and body store for chips and scratches. They will charge 10 times more for repairs you can easily do yourself. The first step is to locate the chips and scratches and see how deep they are. If they do not go all the way through the paint you can buff them out. Using a cloth terry towel apply a small amount of scratch remover or cleaner wax. Rub in a circular m Read more:Repair
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Car Buying Tip-Summer Service 2006-06-13 06:17:00 There are a few things you should service during hot summer months. Of course have your oil changed every 3000 miles, but every other oil change, rotate your tires. This will keep the tread wearing even and avoid tires on the front wearing quicker than the back. Check the tread by turning a penny with Lincoln head down and placing upright inside tread. The head should be covered to some degree. If you can see the entire head of Lincoln, it is time for new tires.
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Tips To Improve Your Credit Score 2006-06-12 04:35:00 If you have ever been to buy a car and the salesman told you he could not get you financed, you would want advice to improve your credit score. The #1 way to improve your credit score is to keep your credit card debt to a minimum. If you have a $500 credit limit on your card, keep your balance at $249 or less. If you go over half of your credit limit, you will not receive maximum points on your credit score. Get a copy of your credit report and analyze ways to improve your score. There may be items on there from years back that you already forgot about. If there is an old debt, contact that company and see about a settlement to get it off your report. If there are errors on your report, contact the credit bureau and dispute these items. The main thing is always be aware what is on your credit and take a proactive approach to keeping it clean.
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Car Buying Tip-Check Into Leasing An Auto 2006-06-10 07:56:00 Oh me, I said the L word! Why is everyone so scared of a lease. Ask anyone who has money and they will tell you to lease anything that depreciates (ie Car) and buy those things that appreciate (ie house). The reason behind this makes sense. If you ever pay a car off before you are through paying for it, you will most likely owe more than it is worth and if you do keep it long term and pay it off, what do you have? An old car that is worth very little! On the other hand, if you lease your vehicle you will have a lower payment and can trade more often without having so much negative equity. Most people are scared because of the mileage limitation, but you can build miles in up front. Now, if you drive 50,000 miles a year, NO, a lease is not for you. If you drive 15,000 miles a year, I would not consider anything other than leasing. Check
into GM's Smart Buy option where your name is on the title and you do not have to carry higher insurance coverages. You also have options at the end of Read more:Buying
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Save On Car Insurance Now! 2006-06-04 05:31:00 Do you want to save money on your car insurance? Why not Shop and Compare Insurancenow to see how much you can save. It is free and easy and could save you hundreds per year. You will not know if you are paying too much for car insurance unless you check. You may say you are with a trusted company now, but this site will give you several insurance quotes with top company's with one form so why not take 15 minutes to find out, you have nothing to lose!
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Car Air Filter 2006-06-03 07:09:00 This is the time of year to change the air filter in your car. Changing the air filter in your car can dramatically increase your gas mileage. Air flows through the engine through the air filter and gives you more horsepower and performance. Tuning up your car will increase your gas mileage and make your car last longer. Air filter, oil change, plugs, and check the hoses for any damage that could cause it to break. Tune your car up now and enjoy the increase in fuel mileage the rest of the year.
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Car Trade In Value 2006-06-02 05:48:00 Cars depreciate at an alarming rate! There are a few things that you can do to minimize the hit you take at trade in time. Be sure to keep all service records and make sure that the oil is changed at regular intrevals, preferably every 3000 miles. Keep the car clean, inside and out. When you go to trade the car, give it a good detail inside and out to give it the appearance of a car well taken care of. If you take care of your car, chances are you will sell it to an individual rather than trade it. Finance your car for a shorter period of time--48 months instead of 60 months, or double up on some payments so that the payoff keeps up with depreciation. The belief is that high end cars like Mercedes and BMW do not depreciate when in actuality they depreciate more because they are more expensive. Use common sense, if your car looks bad, you are not going to get top trade in value. Take care of your car!
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2007 GMC Yukon 2006-06-02 05:20:00 There is mixed opinions on the 2007 GMC Yukon
. I think it is the fact that by nature we do not like change. The old Yukon needed an update and I believe General Motors did it justice, but most say it has to grow on them. The flip and fold second row seats dont seem to be impressing shoppers at this time, but the ride is definitely nice. If a customer takes a test drive, the look of the Yukon gets much better. I believe that in time everyone will enjoy the new look as much as they did the old model.
Pontiac Solstice Convertible 2006-05-30 03:20:00 General Motors hit a home run with the PontiacSolstice
-a small convertible with an attitude! This is a sporty little 4 cylinder car that handles like a high end sports car. Priced to sell with a 5 speed manual for around $20,000, with the automatic and fully loaded being around $27,000. This is a car that barely spends a night at any dealership as there is a waiting list. When they hit the ground, salemen are scurrying to call their prospects. General Motors finally got it right!Save on VW Auto Parts
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The Pontiac GTO 2006-05-30 02:55:00 What happened to the Pontiac
GTO? The sports car to fill the void of the Trans Am for Pontiac is history after this year. Is it that the GTO name reminded car buffs of the times of old, and the new look reminded them of the Grand Am? Or, is the $1000 gas guzzler tax a turn off for the automatic GTO? I believe sports cars are a thing of the past. Where can you go and show everyone what your car will do? Cruising city blocks is not what it used to be. Although, Corvette and the new Camaro will do well, as the new Camaro is going back to the past in the look all the way down to the recessed gauges. We want to remember our past, the way things were when we were young. The GTO captured none of the characteristics of cars of old and I believe this is why it failed. Let me know what you think.
Cheap Car Insurance 2006-05-28 05:24:00 Everyone is looking to find Cheap
Car Insurance. The best way to compare company's is to do your research on the internet because you can receive a FREE QUOTEvery quick and easy. When calling or researching on the web remember to have a few things at hand. The VIN numbers on each vehicle that will be on the policy, information on all the drivers including date of birth, driving records, and drivers license numbers. Cheap car insurance may be hard to find, but you can always find cheaper car insurance if you shop around and compare prices. Remind your kids that good driving records is the #1 way to lower car insurance premiums. It will gradually lower with age, but stay away from accidents and tickets to keep your car insurance cheap!Click here to get a free auto insurance quote.
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Car Salesman-Bad or Bad Rap? 2006-05-22 01:14:00 I really believe that most car salespeople are good people and I believe they get a bad rap sometimes. Many salesmen that I know are very good people and just doing a job to provide for their family's, and can we truly blame them for wanting to make as much money for their family as they can. Dont get me wrong, there are some out there that will lie and cheat to sell a car, but there are many more that would not tell a lie if their job depended on it.How do you know, as a customer, if you got a good deal or if you were ripped off? I believe that a "good deal" is just a perception that we have placed on a transaction. It is a good deal if we like the car and was given all the information that we need to make an intelligent buying decision. It is always someone else that tells you that you did not get a good deal. When I was selling, I had customers tell me that profit was not a dirty word. They did not mind paying me a profit because I gave them all the information that they needed to
Car Sales Lingo 2006-05-17 19:09:00 This is just a car buying tip 101. When the salesperson says, how much can you afford per month? This should put up a red flag in your mind as the saleperson is getting you to commit to a number and then they are going to push you up on that number.Customer "I cannot go over $300 a month."Sales
person: "ok, so if i find you a car you love for less than "$350 per monthwe would be good."Customer "well i guess if i loved the car that would be ok"NO, NO--Stick to your guns, if you go in with the intention of a $300 car note, stick to it. You just gave that saleperson a reason to find a car $3000 more than what you were looking for. If this dealership cannot help you out, there are thousands of other dealerships out there more than willing to help.As a salesperson, we were taught all kinds of leading questions that would lead a customer down the road to a sell and make more money with these leading questions. Just stop and think about what you are being asked! Be smart and dont get pulled in Read more:Lingo
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Used Car Inspection Tips 2006-05-17 08:47:00 Everyone says "check the oil on a used car to see if it is black." Yes this is one thing you should do, but I say go a little further. The #1 thing to look at when buying a used car is the headliner. Why, because you will see how this car was treated inside and be able to tell if it was a smokers vehicle or not. Also around the top of the door window where people throw their cigarettes out, and without saying the ashtray. Now, check the glove box to see if they kept service record reports. If not, you can check the dealership if it was a trade from a previous customer of theirs. Just remember, many used cars come from rental car companies, enough said, but these rental car companies are under contract to have them maintained so probably not that bad if the cosmetics of the car look as though they were taken care of. Also, if you are opposed to a smokers vehicle and it is not obvious by the smell that will rarely come out, check the seats to see if there are any obvious patches in cloth Read more:Inspection
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Servicing Your Car-How to Save Money 2006-05-16 18:22:00 To save money on your car, you definitely want to have it serviced. I believe that everyone needs to find a mechanic that they can trust, but a few tips to save you money. If you take your car to a dealership, remember that the service writer gets paid on commission like salesmen. They will try talking you into a more expensive fix than what you really need. For instance, if you take your car in for an oil change, they may tell you to do a 30,000 mile routine maintenance, which may cost $79.00. The #1 thing you can do for your car is have the oil changed regularly, every 3000 miles, but be cautious of more expensive maintenance.
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Buy Used! 2006-05-16 01:30:00 One of the best car buying tips that I could give anyone is to check into certified used cars. I am going to give you an example of a General Motors certified used car because this is what I know, it may differ from other manufacturers. A General Motors certified used car gets a strict 110 point inspection at the dealership from the exhaust to the cupholders and if it does not pass the test, it is not certified. A certified used car has less than 60,000 miles and receives a 3 month 3000 mile warranty. You also receive roadside assistance just like the car was new even if you purchase it with 59,999 miles. If the car is under warranty when you purchase it, the certified warranty is added to the end, for instance, 39,000 or 39 months instead of the normal on most GM cars 36 months or 36,000 miles. A little known fact about certified used cars is that you have 3 days or 3000 miles to determine if the car is right for you. If in this time period you decide you hate the car, take it back to Read more:Buy Used
discount auto parts 2006-05-08 19:14:00 Everyone knows that keeping an auto running is just about as expensive as buying an auto. There are numerous online sources for auto parts, but be careful of those you choose. Buying your parts online can save you big money, but do your homework. Check out Partstrainfor a good starting place. They are reputable, easy to use, and will match or beat any price that you get elsewhere. Bookmark my site to let me know if you save money.Save on VW Auto Parts
rising gas prices 2006-05-08 18:28:00 There is no mystery about rising gas prices. You can speculate all day about the causes and there would be a major debate about the issue. It seems as though there is not much we can do about the prices, but one thing we can do is make the most of what we do purchase. The #1 way to increase the fuel mileage of any car is to have tires that are properly inflated and new tires will save you BIG money over time. Check these Special Offers:to compare prices on quality name brand tires with manufacturer's promotions available from one site. My tires were 20% less than the big tire stores in my area so hope it saves you some money also.
Negative Equity; Trading a Car When You Are Upside Down! 2007-03-22 03:50:00 Upside Down is Dealership slang for NegativeEquity
. Who has it? Just about everyone, even dealership employees, so dont feel bad. It is just a fact of life, cars depreciate. When you drive a car over the curb it loses value. If you buy from an individual, it still loses value. The only way to keep from being upside down is to:1. Put Money Down2. Pick a shorter term to finance; 48 months instead of 603. Do not Trade Too often4. Make Sure You Get a Good Deal, Get Your FREE Quote!These are just a few ways to avoid negative equity. Another one is to lease your vehicle. Some say, buy what appreciates and lease what depreciates. You lease for 3 to 4 years and get the best life out of the vehicle, turn it in, and lease another. Why worry about ever owning it. If you do own the car, it is worthless by the time you are through paying for it.If you have any more ideas for buyers, leave them under the comments section for others to learn.
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GMC Acadia; HOT HOT HOT! 2007-03-29 05:13:00 All I can Say about the GMC Acadia
is that you HAVE to stop by your local GM Dealer and check it out! Everyone is coming to the dealership looking at this 3 row SUV Crossover and many are leaving with their New GMC Acadia! This is a vehicle you can take trips in or just go to the grocery store. Easy to park, fun and relaxing to drive, Great Gas Mileage, GM hits a Home Run with this one. That is all I really have to say, but you do want to check it out. For pricing and what customers are saying Check Here!
GMC Acadia; What Consumers Are Saying 2007-01-15 03:09:00 I am a car salesman for a GM Dealership and was happy to see the GMC Acadia
finally arrive. Consumers are flocking in to see the design that replaced the 3 row GMC Envoy XL.I have not talked to anyone that does not love the new design. The only complaint I have heard is about the engine. The 3.6 Liter V6 may be a little under-powered for the size of the vehicle, but the 26 MPG Hwy mileage helps persuade a would-be buyer that there is plenty of power.There are plenty of options on the vehicle to satisfy any taste. You can get 2 sunroofs, navigation, DVD, option of cloth or leather, heated seats, memory seats, just to name a few. The pricing is not bad either. The cloth base model starts out around $30,000 all the way up to fully loaded topping $42,000 and a large range of options in between. If you have not driven or seen the GMC Acadia, take time to go by your local GMC dealer to take a look. You will be very surprised at the inside space with the 3 rows of seats.One of the most popul
GMs Smartbuy Lease Benefit For Financing With GMAC 2006-10-05 04:40:00 A smartbuy with GMAC is similar to a lease, but at the end of a smartbuy, you have options. You have the option to drop the car off and walk away, sell the car, keep the car and finance the balance.The benefit of a Smartbuy compared to a standard lease program is that you are guaranteed financing by GMAC if you decide to keep the vehicle. When considering a lease, if you are late on a few payments, you may have difficulty financing the car for the remainder of the term.A Smartbuy will allow the purchaser to obtain a lower payment while still having their name on the title. Whereas, in a standard lease, the finance companys name would be on the title; in this instance, GMAC. You will also have to carry lower deductibles with a standard lease, where the smartbuy you can carry standard Insurance deductibles.I tell customers that if they drive low mileage, like 12000-15000 miles per year, the smartbuy is the ticket. Many say they want to buy the vehicle because they hate to pay for a car t Read more:Financing
Bad Credit Car Tips 2006-07-04 18:17:00 If you know you do not have the best of credit, there are a few things to remember. Do not go with the intention of buying the most expensive car. Realize that you have to start somewhere, get an affordable car and work your way up, after re-establishing your credit. When you are serious about buying a car, take a few things that will ensure there are no mistakes in your approval process. Take a check stub so that the correct income will be used. I have been told on many occasions that someone makes $40,000 a year, gets approved, and the check stub verifies $22000 a year. Save yourself some time, bring a check stub with you. Also, bring a phone bill, electric bill, for proof of residence. Have at least 7 references with names, phone #s, and addresses. Have proof of insurance, drivers license, and discharge letters for those who may have filed bankruptcy, title to trade, etc. If you have your proper documentation up front, there is a very good chance you will get approved and be riding Read more:Bad Credit
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