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The Pros and Cons of Buying a Used Rental

August 6th, 2015 by

I’ll admit it, it’s never even occurred to me nor have I ever even heard of it happening. But all the sudden I am hearing about people buying used rental cars and now I have a lot of questions. I mean, have you ever thought about buying a rental car?

Buying a Used Camaro

August 6th, 2015 by

Before you purchase a used Camaro from your local used cars Albany NY dealership, check out the new Camaro, coming this fall. Chevy has built the future Camaro on the success of the past, and so it’s worth looking back to appreciate what we can expect from the upcoming model year. The path to the 2016 Chevy Camaro…

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A Guide to Negotiating

August 6th, 2015 by

The car buying process can be a bit stressful, and the entire ordeal culminates into one moment: the negotiation. Going back and forth over money can be a pain, especially when you don’t know what you’re doing. Salespeople have lots of experience selling cars, and it’s unlikely you’ll reach their skill level. However, if you…

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Tips When Buying a Used Luxury Car

August 4th, 2015 by

Alright, I’ll admit it, I’ve been there.  Maybe you have, too.  It’s vain, but it’s something I like that I can say, “I once bought a 1985 BMW 325i.”  It’s true.  I was only 20 year old.  The part I leave out is that while searching for used cars, Albany NY showed me this little…

How to Extend the Life of Your Brakes

August 3rd, 2015 by
Man's foot, in a dress shoe, stepping on the brakes of a vehicle

Your brakes are some of the most important components on your car. If you ever doubt that, just think of the panic that you would feel if you hit the brakes and got no response as you were cruising down the highway at 65 mph and heading straight for a concrete pillar. Fortunately, you are…

A Guide to Faulty Brakes

August 3rd, 2015 by
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You’ve likely driven on faulty brake pads. It’s not the most reassuring thought, but it doesn’t mean you did anything wrong. It’s difficult to identify when your brakes are failing, especially since it’s such a gradual decline. However, it’s very unlikely that the brake pads would suddenly stop working, and there’s a better chance that…

Collision Coverage: Everything You Need to Know Before an Accident

July 31st, 2015 by
Front of a black vehicle smashed into the front of a silver vehicle on the road

Collision repair can be costly. Having the right insurance coverage can protect you against financial losses in case of an accident, no matter how large or small it is and no matter whether it is your fault or the other driver’s. In most states, you are only required to have liability insurance. Different states may…

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Crucial Facts About Collision Repair

July 29th, 2015 by
Close-up of a white vehicle rear-ending another white vehicle

When it comes to collision repair, many drivers feel understandably overwhelmed. Getting into an accident is stressful and scary enough on its own. Never mind trying to navigate how best to repair your vehicle or worry about how long you might be without one. Fortunately, in the event of an unfortunate situation like a collision, there…

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2016 Chevy Silverado Is Getting An Updated Look

July 27th, 2015 by
Red 2016 Chevy Silverado parked in front of dirt hills

If you’ve been paying any attention to the truck world recently, you’ll notice that there’s a lot of buzz around GM and Chevrolet trucks.  If you’ve been looking for Chevy trucks for sale, you’ll already know that the Silverado is getting updates.  (You’ve maybe even seen some sneak peeks!) If you do already know all…

DIY Auto Body Repair: Removing Car Scratches

July 23rd, 2015 by
Man in khakis looking at the large scratches on his vehicle

We’ve all been there before, right? You’ve just brought home your new car (or, as I affectionately call it, my “baby”), and oops! You accidentally hit the metal trash can, or your dog’s collar dragged across the car’s surface, or some unintended accident occurred. What was only moments ago a brand new car now has…

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