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| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
| Tips on Buying Cars | 2/9/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I am thinking of buying a 2002 ACURA RSX TYPE-S (57K) that has a rebuilt title for 6500. the seller ... A: You know $6500. is a lot of coin for something 10 years old with a grinding gear and a rebuilt ... | ||
| First time purchase | 2/4/2012 | Don Yarnal |
| Q: I just purchased my first car today and started establishing my credit about 8 months ago. The car ... A: Shatara:Hi!My answer is simply-Yes!Several years ago interest rates were much higher then.And the ... | ||
| Buying a Cool Car | 2/1/2012 | Steve |
| Q: I am currently 16 years old. My mother is crazy about safety and refuses to buy any car that doesn't ... A: Great about your studies and grades.As far as a Camaro for a 16 year old, that is a tough one! I ... | ||
| 6 Months Toward End of Lease | 1/21/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: We're planning to purchase a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and will probably be trading in our leased ... A: Yes anybody can buyout the lease as long as you agree to the new terms and this is where that nasty ... | ||
| 6 Months Toward End of Lease | 1/21/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: We're planning to purchase a 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee and will probably be trading in our leased ... A: I am answering this Q based on the assumption you are currently paying about $ 640 a month incl ... | ||
| purchasing a car from the US and bringing to Canada. | 1/9/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: The 2012 Subaru WRX is 32 grand in Canada, yet 25 grand in US. I'd prefer to buy it from us and just ... A: Prices in Canada are much higher, one reason is the tax factor,also some Mfg's will not honor ... | ||
| Lease or Finance | 1/7/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: Hope you had a great new year! I want to buy a BMW 328i. Can you tell me if I should lease or ... A: you confused me a little when you registered India as home base. A few years back lease was a ... | ||
| refinancing | 1/5/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I have received offers in the mail and I responded to two and I waiting to make a final decision. ... A: It's 100% if a deal was made for another car your Sentra would be part of the deal with your pay out ... | ||
| refinancing | 1/4/2012 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I have received offers in the mail and I responded to two and I waiting to make a final decision. ... A: Please answer this one Q so I fully understand your post - you want to reduce your payments by a ... | ||
| automotive | 12/22/2011 | Steve |
| Q: I financed a jeep three weeks ago,it has given me many problems and has been in the repair shop ... A: What does your contract say. How much warranty are you covered for??? If there is a warranty you ... | ||
| car return to dealer | 12/16/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: Me and my fiance recently bought a car in october and it is now december i was wondering if there is ... A: Your problem is an ongoing soap opera I wish the US would deal with transfers same as Canada where ... | ||
| 2010 Dodge Stow & Go Van | 12/14/2011 | Steve |
| Q: I am considering buying a used 2010 Dodge Stow & Go van. I am concerned that it only has front wheel ... A: Unfortunately it does not come in 4 wheel drive. It is not a bad vehicle, as you get a lot for the ... | ||
| Recovering a deposit from small claims court in ontario | 12/9/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I recently test drove a used car from a private seller. Seller had it advertised as a 2008 model. I ... A: I am a little confused with your Q because when a private seller in Ontario Canada sells a car he ... | ||
| purchase | 11/29/2011 | Don Yarnal |
| Q: good day don, i hope this finds you well. my wife has a 2010 toyota camry, she owes about $22,000. ... A: Kenneth:Happy Holidays!The simple truth is that YOU can trade any car.However the current market ... | ||
| Lease Turn in or buy out or buy new | 11/10/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: We have a lease that is due by the end of the year, our last payment is due at the end of this ... A: I did you zip code through autotrader and only found about 5 for sale within 100 miles, at $23K ... | ||
| 79 Trans Am | 11/10/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I recently purchased a 1979 TA. It had all the original paper work, original Dealer logo on back of ... A: I wish more buyers would follow in your footsteps you got a full history and took along a mechanic " ... | ||
| Lease Turn in or buy out or buy new | 11/9/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: We have a lease that is due by the end of the year, our last payment is due at the end of this ... A: First let me say I never have liked a car lease on average to many things go in the wrong direction ... | ||
| returning demo cars | 11/3/2011 | Steve |
| Q: Steve I purchased a DEMO 2011 Tacoma 4-door 4x2 long bed about a month 1/2 ago, but only driven ... A: Ken, Sorry for your problems. What does your contract (bill of sale) say? Did they give you any ... | ||
| Purchasing a car in Florida | 11/2/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: As an Australian retiree spending six continuous months a year in Florida is it possible for me to ... A: Let me answer the Q this way, I have no desire to study or read all the fine print on FL - DMV ... | ||
| Purchasing a car in Florida | 11/2/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: As an Australian retiree spending six continuous months a year in Florida is it possible for me to ... A: There will not be a problem it's just a matter of knowing the steps, for starters check this link on ... | ||
| buying a used suv | 10/30/2011 | Don Yarnal |
| Q: We need to get rid of our 2002 Explorer because of fears of great expenses coming. We have looked ... A: Don:Considering that Saturn is longer a company,the advantage is the Vue may be still under ... | ||
| buying a Saturn | 10/30/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: We need to get rid of our 2002 Explorer because of fears of great expenses coming. We have looked ... A: I have always liked the Explorer, safe ride and tough but never did consider one because of high ... | ||
| buying a used suv | 10/30/2011 | Steve |
| Q: We need to get rid of our 2002 Explorer because of fears of great expenses coming. We have looked ... A: How many miles on it? If under 50k is a good deal, assuming the carfax is clean. Jeep grand cherokee ... | ||
| Leasing question | 10/28/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: leased a new car 3 months ago, for 36 months. (Ford Fusion). He has recently become ill, and may not ... A: First I would like to wish for your dad to recover fully, and I somehow get the feeling he will ... | ||
| U.S. Diplomat New Car Purchase | 10/23/2011 | Steve |
| Q: My issue is the following, I am a U.S. Diplomat and have purchased a vehicle. I was honest from the ... A: Dennis, Sorry for your problems. I am in Florida, I know here that to export a vehicle, in order to ... | ||
| voiding a lease agreement; before possession of the car | 10/9/2011 | Don Yarnal |
| Q: I recently signed a car lease contract for a new mercedes and paid about $700 dollars. I signed all ... A: OK:In most states(If you live in the USA)until you take delivery(leave the car lot)you do not own ... | ||
| buying a car | 10/7/2011 | Don Yarnal |
| Q: working in Saudi Arabia living in area on 1800 meter from sea level , the people here are driving ... A: Rusian:Sorry for the delay.It seems a mid size SUV might work.Frankly,Nissan,Toyota have reported ... | ||
| newer pre-owned | 9/13/2011 | Steve |
| Q: Help! My son's dependable old 2002 Taurus was written off in a hailstorm. He got a good settlement, ... A: I always like Hondas, Toyotas and Nissans. Any of them come in standard trannys. You need to set a ... | ||
| Newer used car | 9/13/2011 | Don Yarnal |
| Q: Help! My son's dependable old 2002 Taurus was written off in a hailstorm. He got a good settlement, ... A: Bud:In the past,I have suggested to at look at certified pre-owned.Unless you have a budget, ... | ||
| Car Payments | 9/5/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: Quick question. I had asked a former car salesman about tips on saving on the cost of a car in the ... A: I agree with what you read and would surely like to know more in detail what this former salesman is ... | ||
| Buying A Used Veh | 9/2/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I'm thinking about buying a 2002 Volvo S40 1.9 Turbo with 63K for $5300. Do you think it's worth it? ... A: The Volvo has got an average life span about 18 years, I come across many with with over 200K, the ... | ||
| Used BMW M3's | 9/1/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I'm considering buying a 1997 BMW M3 w/92000 miles on it. Generally how many miles can BMW M3's ... A: First let me tell you a Beamer is one fine engineered machine that will last way beyond 200K subject ... | ||
| Help required with my VW Passat | 8/31/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I have a VW Passat GLS V6 FWD, 2003 model with 80K miles. I bought it in Oct 2010 when it had 73K ... A: Vinay, A Name derived from the name of an Indian God, if everybody thought like you there would be ... | ||
| Buying a used Volvo XC90 | 8/13/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I am considering buying a pre-owned 2005 Volvo XC90. It has 96800 miles. It appears to be in good ... A: I consider Volvo one of the best made cars with an reported average 17 to 18 year life span and have ... | ||
| Purchased Salvage Vehicle | 8/10/2011 | Alexander itel |
| Q: My husband purchased a salvage vehicle for my teenage daughter at the time her purchased the vehicle ... A: this one needs a bit more information , i am on the road but i want to help you . Did you pull a car ... | ||
| Finance New, Used, or Lease for a recent college graduate? | 8/8/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I'm a recent college graduate seeking my first car. I worked during college enough to save $5,000 ... A: I appreciate your detailed post leaving me with no area's of concern " I wish every questionaire ... | ||
| Checking for an auto "lien". | 7/24/2011 | Ray Paulsen |
| Q: I'm in Vancouver, B.C. Can you tell me if there is any way to check if there is a lien on a ... A: I will help you along if you can answer following. Have you got the title or just the Vin # ? Is ... | ||
| Conditional Delivery Agreement - Used Auto | 7/6/2011 | Steve |
| Q: I bought a used auto from a reputable spot, a day and 1/2 later the engine light came on. I don't ... A: Sorry to hear you are having problems. Main question, was the contract as is or did they give you ... | ||
| Left Hand and Right Hand Driving - ( Regarding 4 Wheeler Automobiles) | 7/4/2011 | Alexander itel |
| Q: This is regarding Left Hand and Right Hand Driving. As we see most of the countries, follow the ... A: Ok , this question is a bit far away from my knowlege as i have more a knowhow of the car market ... | ||
| Left Hand and Right Hand Driving - ( Regarding 4 Wheeler Automobiles) | 7/2/2011 | Alexander itel |
| Q: This is regarding Left Hand and Right Hand Driving. As we see most of the countries, follow the ... A: This is a great question but i think everybody prefers their own way. Below you will find the ... | ||
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