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Facts about used car price myths and the value of web-based used cars

  "My car is worth $ 25,800." "I looked up the price of a used car online, and my car is worth 20 grands." I hear quotes like this every day. .. I know ... 80% of car buyers use the internet to research car and used car prices. The internet is perfect for vehicle research! When it comes to car prices, the internet is the worst! It's terrible because the price doesn't reflect the reality of either the buyer or the seller. Car-related websites have caused more confusion than ever: "My car is worth $ 25,800." "I searched the internet for used car prices, and my car is 20 Grand. It's worth it. "I hear quotations like this every day. We hope that our values ​​are genuine for our customers. By “real” I mean a viable number according to market value.As hard as it is to accept, even for me as a dealer, what we think a car is worth, and what it’s actually worth according to “market value” is often drastically different.To find a vehicle’s v...
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Hybrid Rental Cars - How useful they are for us during travelling

 If you are a person who travels a lot, you are also a person… Traveling has its pros and cons. It can be a lot of fun to visit a new part of the world. Of course, there are also certain costs that can be incurred when a person travels and that is why people who travel a lot should reduce their costs where they can. One way to save money is to avoid traditional car rental  and go for a hybrid rental car instead. If you are a person who travels a lot, you are also the one who needs to rent a car to travel in the new city.  That's not uncommon either, as anyone passing through any major airport in the world will notice that there are several car rental  services jostling for all the competition coming through the gate. of these airports. What makes this competition interesting is  that a number of rental companies are also starting to offer hybrid car rentals. This should come as no surprise to anyone, as hybrids are  becoming increasingly popular and ...

Old is gold - cars models of yesteryears

A  classic car  is an older car, typically 25 years or older, though definitions vary.   The common theme is of an older car of historical interest to be collectible and tend to be   restored   rather than   scrapped . Classic cars are a subset of a broader category of "collector cars" (which includes both restored classic cars vehicles and newer exotic vehicles). A subset of what is considered classic cars are known as antique cars (manufactured before 1980) or vintage cars (manufactured pre-World War II. Organizations such as the  Classic Car Club of America  (CCCA) maintain lists of eligible unmodified cars that are called "classic". These are described as "fine" or "distinctive" automobile, either American or foreign built, produced between 1915 and 1948. Post-World War II "classic cars" are not precisely defined and the term is often applied to any older vehicle.

Timing Belt Automotive Repair Tips

One of the most overlooked parts of a vehicle, and one of the most common automotive repairs is the timing belt. Your car’s timing belt may look like an accessory, but the fact is that if it fails, your car will suddenly stop, and, if you’re lucky, you will find yourself stranded on the side of the road waiting for a tow truck.Timing belts are typically made of nylon reinforced rubber, with square teeth located on the inside surface. While you drive, the belt transfers the rotation of the crankshaft the camshaft, which in turn activates the valves that provide air and fuel to the cylinders and expel combustion gases to the exhaust system. Inside your car, the valves and pistons move up and down rapidly, and most engines are not built to allow clearance between a valve that is down and a piston that is up and this is where the timing belt comes in, since it is what keeps the valves and pistons for colliding. If your timing belt fails, and a collision occurs, the damage to the cylinde...

Windshield Woes: Replace Or Repair

Now, what happened was your windshield received a huge stone. The huge stone somehow managed to find itself through the windshield and leaving a hole behind. So what do you do? Do you simply replace the windshield or can you just have it repaired? The answer to this question is “It depends” and that is according to automobile experts. Just like any other damages like scratches on the paint or on the exterior of your vehicle, if the damage is too huge, then maybe it is time to replace your windshield. On the other hand, the decision on whether the windshield should be replaced or repaired also depends on other things like the size, the location, and the severity of the damage. You see, most shops that offer windshield repair actually accept cases where the damage range from around chips that are around a quarter in size or cracks that could measure some three inches long. However, beyond that, replacement would be the answer. Of course, you are very well aware that the repair for a w...

The Sports Car Attitude of the Mercedes Benz C230

Sports is all about playing the game wisely. It also means knowing all the rules and preparing for anything or any situation that could arise. Sports also means competition and sportsmanship as well as fair conduct. In the sports sedan game in the automobile world, the Mercedes Benz has joined the rest of the manufacturers in adding another competitor. Under with wagon is the Mercedes Benz C230. So as to be able to compete with the rest of the veterans in this field of sports sedans, the Mercedes Benz C230 has been crafted and made available bearing a standard six speed manual transmission system. Along with that is a 1.8 liter supercharged engine, some 17 inch wheels, and a sport tuned suspension. Another version of this sports can holds a 189 hp supercharged four cylinder engine. As per the engine, it has a displacement of 1,796 cc. The fuel economy achieved is around 21 to 23 mpg for city driving and 31 to 32 mpg for highways. It can also generate 189 hp at 5800 rpm, plus torqu...

Tools & Utilities check up - Tips to buy a Used Car

A person who cannot afford to buy a new car can always move ahead and buy a used car. Buying a car no doubts requires a lot of money but that does not mean that only rich can buy it. Always remember the success of buying a used car is to do your research before you buy it. You will have to prepare yourself for all the stress if you are looking for a perfect deal. Make sure that you are with the best used car dealer who will ensure you the best deal. You need to go through the following information before buying a used car. 1) Always decide the budget you can afford to buy the car. Since you are buying the used car always include price of the Car, repairs and maintenance cost of the car, Car insurance and so on. 2) Decide the Car you would like to buy. The best option would be to go for a mid-sized car as these cars are available at great bargains. 3) Used cars may be covered by a manufacturer’s warranty or a separately purchased service contract. However note that they may not be...