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The Dump Truck’s History

August 25th, 2017 by

Who isn’t infatuated with a dump truck? From an early age, children love to play in sandboxes with these toys. But even as we get older, our infatuation continues. Don’t we all wonder what the dump truck is carrying and watch intently as the bed automatically tilts upward to dump its load of dirt, garbage,…

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This is Why Chevy Owns the SUV Market

August 25th, 2017 by
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Recent data about the automotive market shows that SUVs continue to remain popular and their drivers stay loyal. The study found that more than two-thirds of SUV owners who returned to the market in the first four months of 2017 purchased another new SUV or crossover. Sales data shows that Chevrolet was a strong member…

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Three Essential Tips to Remember When Shopping for a Car Loan

August 25th, 2017 by
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Shopping for a vehicle can be hard enough, but the entire process is made that much more difficult when you’re forced to pursue a car loan. Securing financing for a vehicle can be easier said than done, especially if your credit score isn’t in good standing. Seemingly, few banks are willing to provide the necessary…

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The Trust Falls & Pitfalls of Buying Used Cars

August 25th, 2017 by
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Buying used cars is one of life’s biggest trust falls. Since any and all car buying experiences are a major investment of time, resource and (of course) finances, there are certain expectations regarding the return. When buying a new car, the expectation is that the return will be significant. One tends to assume that a…

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This is Why You Should Wash Your Car Correctly

August 25th, 2017 by
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When you purchase a new car from a reputable car dealer like DePaula Chevy, we want to ensure that you take the best care of it. That means we’ll assist you with service and maintenance on your new Chevy. We also will help you purchase the best genuine parts and accessories. But another important factor…

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What Is Your Time (& Business) Worth?

August 18th, 2017 by
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When searching cars for sale, how much of your process is done online? With today’s technology being what it is, it’s hard to consider how manual the process of car shopping had been pre-internet. No longer do you need to travel from dealership to dealership, engaging in countless dead-end conversations with salespeople. No longer are…

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Top Tips for Buying Used

August 18th, 2017 by
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Congratulations! If you’re reading this post, most likely you are in the middle of making the very wise decision to buy a used car. Not only are used cars a great way to save some money on a new-to-you-set of wheels, buying used can also help you get a car that is reliable and even…

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Tips to Keep Your Used Car in Tip-Top Condition

August 18th, 2017 by

  We know you are anxious to drive your new used car off of our lot at DePaula and show it to your family and friends. But how long will you own this beautiful pre-owned vehicle? That depends on how well you take care of it. A pre-owned vehicle requires more attention than a new…

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Why the Chevy Tahoe & Suburban Want You to “Say When”

August 18th, 2017 by

  If you find yourself in the market for a Chevy SUV, you’re probably aware that Chevrolet offers one of the most diverse and effectively-tiered lines of crossover SUVs. But if the sedan and wagon-styling of the Trax and Equinox aren’t your cup of tea, you still have plenty of options available to you. Granted…

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Why GM Offers One of the Best CPO Programs

August 18th, 2017 by

  I find myself puzzled by anyone shopping for used or pre-owned vehicles, who is either uninterested or unwilling to consider Certified Pre-Owned inventory. At the end of the day, the only possible downside is a slight increase in price, but that consideration is easily justifiable. We’ll talk more about that, later. But there are…

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