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Why It Is Important To Keep Your Car In Top Shape At All Times

maintain your car wellYour car is probably one of the most valuable assets that you have, assuming you’ve paid it off. Why would I say that? Well, your vehicle is valuable because it is an asset that you could resell to generate cash if you need it. It is also valuable because it makes it possible for you to get to work and to fulfill family obligations.

When you own a vehicle, it is important to do everything you can to take care of it. This means getting regular oil changes to keep your vehicle running well. This also means taking care of maintenance issues, driving within the speed limit and otherwise taking steps to make your car last as long as possible. There are a lot of important reasons why it makes sense to keep your vehicle in good shape.

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May 6, 2014
Shopping

Tips For Saving Money When Buying A Car

buying carIf you’re in the market for a new car, it’s important to look at cargo space, engine power, and technological features. Yet you’ll also probably have a certain budget in mind. Instead of just looking at the initial sticker price of the car, you’ll need to think about other expenses that go into owning and maintaining it to get the best value for your money.

Compare Used vs. New

Although there’s nothing quite as satisfying as buying the brand new model of your favourite car, you can get a great deal by purchasing the same model slightly used. Cars start to depreciate sharply as soon as they are driven off of the new car lot, meaning that you could save thousands of dollars on a slightly used model. If you choose to buy a new car, be sure to think about the eventual resale value. Taking your car in for regular tune-ups will keep its value high, as will choosing a premium brand over budget models. Colours like blue, red, and black are the best options for resale in comparison to trendier shades that will date your vehicle.

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December 19, 2012
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Used Car Parts Can Save You Big Money

Just recently our older vehicle was giving us trouble.  We tried to start it one morning and the battery was completely dead.  After fiddling around for a while, my husband discovered that even when the car was turned off, something was draining the battery. He eventually was able to pinpoint the problem.  The daytime running lights were using battery power due to a malfunctioning part.

My husband called a car repair shop and was told that the price of the new part would cost between $200 and $300.  He decided to contact a local junkyard to see if they had this part available.  Sure enough, they had the same type of vehicle sitting in the junkyard.  My husband was able to remove the part from the car and he only had to pay $10 for it!  Now that was definitely worth his time.

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April 18, 2011
Shopping

Do Your Research Before Buying A Used Car

If your vehicle is on its last legs and you are in the market for buying another car, I would recommend that you check out a website called Samarins.com.    It is an illustrated guide for both car buyers and car owners, and it is jam packed full of practical tips for how to select your next car and then how to take care of it once you buy it.

For those looking to buy a used vehicle, check out the used car buying guide and study how to check the history on the used car you are interested in.  Learn the simple tricks so you know what to look for when you look under the hood.  These tips can save you from buying a lemon.

Check out the used car reviews section as well.  It gives you a description of both the strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle, as well as overall information.  Specific maintenance tips are provided as well as what to look for when you buy that particular car.  Each review includes pertinent links to other resources as well that will make it much easier to do your research.  You will want to visit those recommended sites as well to determine the crash test ratings, etc.

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December 3, 2010