Tag Archives: Vehicle

LEASE or BUY

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There are many myths and prejudices about leasing or buying vehicles.  Whether to lease or buy a vehicle has always been a difficult question to answer.  It depends on many things.  But without knowledge about leasing itself, the answer eludes many who listen to unfounded rumors and base their decisions on them.  Having someone on your side you trust who can explain, compare, and recommend alternatives will help you choose the best alternative.

To read more about this topic, click to read article.  This article does not even address one of the biggest reasons to lease – higher deductions on your taxes,  if you use your vehicle for business more than 50% of the time.  I’ll discuss that in a later article.

2010 Used Car Prices Higher Than 2009

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Your used car is probably more valuable this year than last year.  Late model low mileage vehicles are in very short supply compared to last year because not as many people are buying new cars to replace them.  So now’s a good time to look at replacing your current car, truck, SUV, or minivan.

To read more about USED CAR VALUES, click to read my article.

Loyalty to Buyers – Not to Inventory!

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My PROCESS as your Vehicle Consultant

Vehicle Purchase Time Table:

  • Customer Interview 30-45 min- Inspect Vehicle Trade (if any)
    • Initial Information – Credit Application & Drivers License(s)
    • Credit only gets pulled once.
    • Best to Contact Who – How – When?
    • Vehicle Use?
    • Leasing vs. Buying?
    • Narrow Focus – New/Used, Models, Options, Colors
  • Shop Vehicle Trade 1 Day? – if needed 
  • Initial Vehicle Search 1-3 Days 
  • Vehicle Test Drives 1 Day? -if needed 
  • Selection/Pricing 1-2 Days Independent Inspection (if used vehicle)
  • Up-fit & Preparation 1-2 Days? if needed 
  • Funding & Vehicle Delivery 1-2 Days
  • License Plates Delivered 30-40 days later
  • Continued Service After the Sale:
     Whenever you need it for all your vehicles!

 TOTAL TIME START TO FINISH:

As little as 2-3 days up to several weeks for some Used Vehicles