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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Buying a Cool Car | 2/1/2012 |
| 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 ... | |
| automotive | 12/22/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| 2010 Dodge Stow & Go Van | 12/14/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| returning demo cars | 11/3/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| buying a used suv | 10/30/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| U.S. Diplomat New Car Purchase | 10/23/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| newer pre-owned | 9/13/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| Conditional Delivery Agreement - Used Auto | 7/6/2011 |
| 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 ... | |
| used car problems turn up after the fact | 6/24/2011 |
| Q: Steve, My wife and I just bought a used car. Now 2 months later problems are showing. Having to jump ... A: John sorry for your problems. First off did they sell it to you with any warranty or as is....If it ... | |
| Auto Financing | 6/20/2011 |
| Q: I signed an 6 yr. contract with HSBC in July 2006 for my new 2006 in Houston, Texas. My payoff date ... A: Sorry for your problems. First do you have the original paperwork from HSBC that shows the month and ... | |
| co-signing a car | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: I recently helped a friend co-sign for a car. I have to admit, i fell for the line the dealership ... A: ...At this point may not be much you can do. Was it titled as her AND you, or Her OR you....If it is ... | |
| Refinance,Trade-In, and Buy. Possible? | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: My name is Mavi. I have an untraditional situation that I need some advice on. My wife has both ... A: they will pull pull all credit bureaus, try TRADING the car in, put in your name, if credit is ... | |
| Is this a good deal? | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 2002 Nissan Altima 8 months ago for $8750. Since then, the check engine light has come on ... A: Hey Kate, I think you can get a little more money back then $2500.00, tha is a very big loss plus ... | |
| Buying a lien car | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to buy a Nissan Maxima from an independent owner. When i checked it on Autocheck with ... A: The auto check lists how many people past and present owned the vehicle. What you need to verify is ... | |
| What vehicle should i buy | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: We are a family of 5 in Florida that includes 2 kids that play travel hockey. We will put 250 - 300 ... A: Your gas mileage is not terrible on the Sedona, and Kia is a very good vehicle. hybrid vehicles ... | |
| Retail Installment Contract (Dealer) | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently recieved a call from the dealer 2 weeks after the purchase of the car, advising for me ... A: I do not know the laws in Canada, but i would quickly consult an attorney. If they are trying to ... | |
| lease | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: what is your opinion of my lease deal. I am trading in an 07 suburban I owe 18000 on it and am ... A: bad deal, any deal you give a down payment is not really good, but renting a car for 39 months and ... | |
| Finding a good family car | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: Recently we have had to buy a new car. We are a family of four, and our top priority is to have a ... A: What is your budget??? I recommend a good recent used car. Ahonda, Toyota, or Nissan are great ... | |
| car purchase | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a 2009 Kia Sportage and after getting it home I did not like the features. I am 65 and ... A: Sorry you are having problems....I do not know what state you are in, Here in Florida, there is not ... | |
| Returning used car that won't run | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a used car, as is, in late april 2010. It has continually stalled and stopped on me ever ... A: Sorry for your problems. Not sure what state you are in, but as is sale, unfortunately means just ... | |
| Im pretty sure we got screwed... | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I will try and keep this short but it is a very complex situation. I hope you can help as my husband ... A: Bad situation, there is not much to do, does the motor vehicle office offer any suggestions??? I ... | |
| Good model for long commutes | 5/9/2010 |
| Q: I need to buy a car to take on a long commute for the next 4 years. I expect 25k-30k per year. I ... A: What is your price range????? The Acura is good but parts can get a bit expensive. Why not look for ... | |
| Tips for first time buyer | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: Im hoping to buy my first car in a couple of months. i would really like to get a good certified ... A: Dee, Unless there is anything adverse on your credit, i believe you can get approved. You have a ... | |
| Tips for first time buyer | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: Im hoping to buy my first car in a couple of months. i would really like to get a good certified ... A: Yes, you may be able to get financing. Where do you live??? I recommend you go to Carmax, they have ... | |
| return of vehicle | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: If I signed on a used vehicle last night and simply am not comfortable with the finance, can I ... A: Depending on the state you are in, usually not, i sm in Florida, and there is not any cooling off ... | |
| returning a used car | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Purchased a used car on Sat.$3300.00 Took it for a short drive , 20 miles, on Sun. noticed the temp ... A: I am in Florida, not sure of the laws in California. Florida there is NO cooling off period, you buy ... | |
| Trading up | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I've got a 160,000 mile 87 Toyota in good shape. I wanted to upgrade in order to make a little ... A: Unfortunately a $100 per month equates to only financing $5000. If you have $5000 to put down, then ... | |
| How to get a written quote? | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: You are available. If you can’t answer this question, please let us know. A dealer is usually ... A: Your first payment is usually due 45 days from the date on the contract, problem you will have is ... | |
| How to get a written quote? | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: You are available. If you can’t answer this question, please let us know. A dealer is usually ... A: they are not required to give you anything in writing, just a contract when you are ready to sign, ... | |
| trading down | 10/16/2009 |
| Q: In June I traded my 2002 Toyota Avalon XL and paid cash for a 2009 Avalon XLS, in anticipation of a ... A: To sum up, first if the car is too big, too hard to shift, why do you want the same car????? I ... | |
| 2003 Mini Cooper | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: I am a senior in high school and am looking to purchase my first car. On craigslist, I found a 2003 ... A: It is good you have saved some money for your first car. But i will just get to the point. There are ... | |
| used car we are thinking about purchasing | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: Our neighbor passed away and his car which is a 1996 Mercury (marquis)is for sale for $2500.00. It ... A: It is a 13 year old car, even in excellent condition i would not pay more the $1500.00, if you knew ... | |
| salvaged titles | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I am interested in buying a used car for my teenage daughter in colorado. It's a 1998 honda accord ... A: First off, stay away from a salvage title vehicle. They are never rebuilt nearly as good as factory. ... | |
| new car purchase | 6/20/2009 |
| Q: the dealer gavr me credit card for the down payment.said it would be 0 interest.i said ,how long at ... A: you are probably stuck after the 6 months. First call the credit card company and speak with a ... | |
| cooling off period | 3/13/2009 |
| Q: I understand that used car dealers are not required to off the three day cooling off period, but ... A: sorry you are unhappy with your purchase. Your paper work should say as is, and no they do not have ... | |
| Vw used car | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: I have bought the used car from desert vw and ever sence I have it I have a problem with it every ... A: first off is i an extended warranty good at any vw dealer???? if it is try another dealership. also, ... | |
| Didn't get what I pay for | 1/29/2009 |
| Q: Three months ago I drove my 4 year old Kia Sorento truck into a dealership to buy a small part. In ... A: sorry to hear about all this happening. i am not an attorney, what i would suggest is go to an ... | |
| Was it legal to sell me this car? | 1/17/2009 |
| Q: I was wondering if you could help me since I can not seem to find the information I am looking for ... A: Sorry you are having all these problems. Firstly, did you know whe it was sold to you that it was a ... | |
| Returning a car after paying on it for 4yrs | 12/16/2008 |
| Q: We bought a new car 4yrs ago. Now our income has changed and we need to return the car, because we ... A: if the car is almost paid for maybe you can sell it and save the repo charge that will go on your ... | |
| buying a used car...bad credit | 11/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a 2003 chevy cavelier. It's starting to fall apart and I need to buy another car. I don't ... A: glad your new job seems to be a big plus for you. You may have some trouble getting approved if the ... | |
| Signed Contract Purchase Agreement | 11/23/2008 |
| Q: I went to a Toyota dealer to buy a 2008 Scion Xb. Negotiated a deal I felt good about. Signed a ... A: from what you are telling me, it sounds like you do ot have any deal. they would need a signature on ... | |
| value | 10/15/2008 |
| Q: Can I get your opinion on the discounting of a dealer owned Benz with 7K miles on it? They're ... A: first off the 09's are either out or out very soon.....How much and what model are you looking at? ... | |
| new car | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: my husband and i bought a new car 2 days ago. they have it listed online on there site for ... A: sorry, accidently sent to question pool. You may have a big problem as they can say it was a typo, ... | |
| cancelling a used car contract before taking ownership | 9/29/2008 |
| Q: I have a question regarding the topic of cancelling a use car contract: I just signed a contract ... A: first, i believe the contract is binding, based on it being a rental, you cannot get out of the ... | |
| Lexus Rx350 | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: Hey Steve, We're planning on buying the 09' lexus rx350. I know premium fuel is recommended but it ... A: if you you regular or mid-grade, fuel economy will drop 3-4 miles per gallon. If you are willing to ... | |
| Sell or Keep 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: I own a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe base model (4 cyl)with 65K miles. I owe around $3500 on it. I had a ... A: sorry for all the problems you have had. You have put a ton of money in the vehicle. If it is runnig ... | |
| Warranty Transfer | 4/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a general question on warranty transfer as a future pre-owned car buyer. 1. Is warranty ... A: the manufacturers warranty is transferred. whether you buy from a dealer or private party. after the ... | |
| 2008 Honda Civic Sedan Si | 4/2/2008 |
| Q: I thank those of you who helped me make a decision. I am leaning hard towards the Si. I would now ... A: 1.i recommend finance, leasing is like renting and all that money is thrown away. Plus it is more ... | |
| GM Trucks or Toyota trucks? | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: Hey Steve, I was looking to by a used light truck with a small box probably one that is around the ... A: Hey Shawn, Don't worry..never too many questions..This is an easy one. Toyot Tacoma hands ... | |
| buying a used 2003 Honda Accord Ex-L | 2/27/2008 |
| Q: ..I'm looking at buying a 2003 Accord coupe (ex-L). It's certified pre-owned and despite being 5 ... A: i would offer $14,200, then in negotiations i would not go over $14,300 BUT, you would ahve to pay ... | |
| Extended Warranty Programs | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: I am purchasing a 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe LX 6 cyl, that has 71713 miles, on it and it looks good in ... A: I have used only 1 company for about 4 years, have had claims and the claims have all been paid ... | |
| buying a rental | 2/24/2008 |
| Q: I am going to be buying a used Toyota Highlander for my 19 year old daughter to take up to college. ... A: Nice car for a 19 year old!!!!!!! Rentals are maintained pretty well, you can also purchase extended ... | |
| Financing | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I am currently being financed and I have only 1 more payment to make. Even though I have poor ... A: if you have made almost 36 payments on-time, you should be able to get much better financing then ... | |
| Financing | 12/21/2007 |
| Q: I am currently being financed and I have only 1 more payment to make. Even though I have poor ... A: first of all, congrats on building our credit....Are you a member of a credit union? What kind of ... | |
| Financing a new car, etc. | 12/19/2007 |
| Q: 12/19/07 Dear Steve, We’re a two car family, and have recently decided to junk my wife’s 1997 Ford ... A: i personally like the Matrix. Toyotas are less expensive to service and repair then the Hondas..as ... | |
| Leasing & Negotiations | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: When leasing a car, can you negotiate the price of the car before entering into the lease? I know ... A: yes, you get your best price on the vehicle, then work out the lease terms, do not trade in a car, ... | |
| car purchase | 11/4/2007 |
| Q: I'm a recent college graduate and I'm looking to buy my first real car. I've driven beaters and I ... A: congratulations on graduating, hope you are on your way to being very successful!!!!!! 16K is a nice ... | |
| selling a car i owe on | 10/31/2007 |
| Q: .. Okay, so i owe 6 thousand on an auto loan and i just cant pay it anymore. I would like to ... A: sorry you have these problems. First depending what state you are in, if the is a CARMAX in your ... | |
| Financing | 10/26/2007 |
| Q: I have purchased a new car. However, the dealer has contacted me and asked to come back to sign ... A: Without seeing the documents i cannot be positive, but i believe you are leasing a vehicle, you need ... | |
| I am selling a car | 10/1/2007 |
| Q: I'm trying to sell a car but I recently got an advice that I need to inform the buyer about my two ... A: As long as your title is not a salvaged title, you are o.k...if the car had frame damage you should ... | |
| Wanting to Trade but upside down | 9/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2003 Ford Explorer XLT. Rececently I went to Carmax to see what they would give me for it. ... A: First, Carmax is the best bet...No bank will finance a 2003 with almost 100,000 miles on it. You ... | |
| 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA | 9/21/2007 |
| Q: vERY EXCITED BECAUSE I REALLY WANT TO BUT A pre owned 2007 TOYOTA COROLLA from car max. bUT I HAVE ... A: First good choice on Carmax! They make it much easier for a used car. How much do you have for a ... | |
| Should I trade in or keep | 9/17/2007 |
| Q: The gas is killing me so I am considering a Jeep Compass. I currently owe 11,700 on the kia very ... A: First the gas on the jeep compass will also be bad. Do you really want to almost double your ... | |
| Trading a upside down note for a a lease | 8/28/2007 |
| Q: I bought a 2007 Mitsubishi Eclipse last year and now have to upgrade to an SUV because of a new ... A: congrats on the baby!! You probably can roll some of the negative equity in the deal. I do not ... | |
| How to get around new truck sales taxes. | 8/22/2007 |
| Q: I am buying a 2008 Silverado 2500HD diesel in NY State where i live and own a home, however NY ... A: Hey Jack, The problem you will have it has to be insured where it is garaged. If say you insure in ... | |
| D.E.S.P. E.R.A.T.E. !! = & RUNNING OUT OF TIME . . . < only 8 days left to act upon > | 8/13/2007 |
| Q: Steve - }I'm 23yrs old female{ For starter's i take full ... A: O.k......sounds bad since almost 2 months later......if you have afriend or if yu kno an attorney ... | |
| D.E.S.P. E.R.A.T.E. !! = & RUNNING OUT OF TIME . . . < only 8 days left to act upon > | 8/10/2007 |
| Q: Steve - }I'm 23yrs old female{ For starter's i take full ... A: o.k.....it looks like since you signed an as is agreement you may have aproblem. First, take the vin ... | |
| buying a car from a private seller | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: Basically the seller has a loan on the car - we are going to meet at the bank where his loan is - he ... A: Assuming they have the title on the premises, yes he can sign it over, i am in florida so the laws ... | |
| Grand Cherokee | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: I have been looking at a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 5.9 Liter. Its at a small dealership and ... A: is it a good deal..hard to say, if it was very well cared for maybe 150,000, just maybe...what i ... | |
| question.. | 7/9/2007 |
| Q: well i have a 1990 Grand Am with 38,000 Miles. its really nice and everything but im really tall and ... A: first off, i like pontiac much better then ford, the ford has too many miles, is overpriced, and ... | |
| Buying a New Car | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: I'm a second-year college student who works part-time, so my proof of income isn't going to do any ... A: with no money to put down, and only $75.00 per week, it would be very difficult to be approved for a ... | |
| Buying a New Car | 7/7/2007 |
| Q: I'm a second-year college student who works part-time, so my proof of income isn't going to do any ... A: what state are you in?? what do you call part time??? you might be able to get what is called ap ... | |
| Leasing | 7/4/2007 |
| Q: My wife and I are thinking about getting a new car, but we are worried about timing. Currently we ... A: you need to pay down your current loan, a lease is only decent if you do not trade in a vehicle and ... | |
| Selling my car | 6/18/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2005 Saturn VUE in excellent condition that i no longer need, because I moved to New York ... A: Either you will take a large loss on the car, or if you can, advertise it on E-bay. It will give you ... | |
| Buying a used grand cherokee 2000 | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I just looked at a five door 6 cylinder grand cherokee 2000 with 105,000 miles on the clock. Dealer ... A: That odor has me worried, it could be from the catalytic converter, or anything for that ... | |
| Buying a used grand cherokee 2000 | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: I just looked at a five door 6 cylinder grand cherokee 2000 with 105,000 miles on the clock. Dealer ... A: O.K...Now we are looking better..Run a carfax www.carfax.com costs $14.95, if it comes out good, ... | |
| Buying a used grand cherokee 2000 | 6/12/2007 |
| Q: I just looked at a five door 6 cylinder grand cherokee 2000 with 105,000 miles on the clock. Dealer ... A: I am always leery at that mileage, but if it is in excellent condition, and you are getting $1000 ... | |
| Ford Explorer 124,000 KM | 6/4/2007 |
| Q: My husband and I are looking into buying a 2002 Ford Explorer Limited edition w/ 124,000 miles. The ... A: STAY AWAY.........DO NOT let the good looks fool you!!!!! Explorer are nice vehicles, and that is a ... | |
| 200,000 mile 1993 corolla | 5/23/2007 |
| Q: My 1993 toyota Corolla just turned 2000,000 miles. When will the engine or transmission die? I take ... A: congrats, you must really take care of the corolla. continue like that and it could go another 100K. ... | |
| BMW | 5/6/2007 |
| Q: I have come across a 323Ci that i'm interested in buying. I'm not sure on it though because i've ... A: Great to see you seem to be doing your research. A couple of questions. Have you checked how much ... | |
| Mazda | 5/4/2007 |
| Q: What is opinion for 07 Mazda3 hatchback? Thanks A: Mazda is a good reliable vehice. I like the the Mazda 3 and Mazda 5 whether it is a hatchback or ... | |
| Please need some help | 5/3/2007 |
| Q: I don't know if you can help me out but I figure why not try? So, I have a loan for 5000 and have to ... A: i would stay away from old Mazda's. The newer ones are good, but 2000 had many problems including ... | |
| infiniti vs mercedes | 4/30/2007 |
| Q: steve, I am replacing my 2000 Bonneville (it was totalled recently..no injuries fortunately). My ... A: I would go with the G35. It is brand new, will keep its resale value, and not too expensive to ... | |
| New car buy | 4/22/2007 |
| Q: Steve, Thanks for taking my question. I recently wrecked my car of 7 years and I suspect the ... A: . Yes, Carmax is the best place to buy used..Under 40K, you can buy almost anything.....I like all ... | |
| Teenage Buyer | 4/17/2007 |
| Q: I'm 17 and looking to upgrade my current vehicle. My main problem is that I want a newer model ... A: First off, you seem very responsible. Ihave a question..If you want to spend almost all your monthly ... | |
| Buying a new/used Chevy Suburban or Chrysler Sebring Convertible | 4/8/2007 |
| Q: My old 1998 Mazda Protege just had the transmission go out and I do not want to fix it. I've had ... A: first off, if you give them your drivers license number, they can pull your credit. Go to ... | |
| buying a car by e-mail | 4/7/2007 |
| Q: I found a car to buy over the web, its over 3 hours drive from my home. There are very few with ... A: first, get the vehicle identification number (VIN #), THEN GO TO WWW.CARFAX.COM FOR $15.00 you can ... | |
| Durabilty | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: I would like to know the durabilty of Honda accords A: they are great cars, very durable, will last forever if you change oil and do the maintainence. We ... | |
| Used Car | 12/17/2006 |
| Q: I think I recently asked you a question about buying a used car. My equity loan didn't go as well as ... A: You are looking for trouble with the ford, it will not last nearly as long as the Toyota or ... | |
| Civic, Corolla, Scion | 12/2/2006 |
| Q: I'm a single mom on a budget trying to by a used car. I'm a bit nervous buying a car as a woman ... A: First off...STAY AWAY FROM THE CAR IN THE PIC! It is probably run very hard, and even if it looks ... | |
| Cars Basics | 3/25/2006 |
| Q: I am willing to buy a car, but I dont know anything about cars ... I dont know understand all the ... A: lol, there is a lot, but to get the most information go to www.edmunds.com there you have different ... | |
| returning vehicle after you sign | 3/23/2006 |
| Q: I recently signed a contract on a vehicle(suzuki xl-7). We put $1000 downpayment,come to find out ... A: stacy, if it is more then 72 hours, you are probably stuck.....As long as it is not a branded title, ... | |
| used car purchase | 3/17/2006 |
| Q: I live in Kentucky and looking to purchase a used car. Not to get into too many details, but about ... A: DON'T go to a buy here pay her, the cars are junk and you will not help credit...How much down ... | |
| Dishonest car seller(USA) lied to me that his car has never been in accident. what are my options? | 2/14/2006 |
| Q: I'm sort of new to US laws n everything. Bought a car few days back and (2003 model, still under ... A: do you have in writing that car was never in accident? You probably cannot get out of deal based on ... | |
| Used car interest rate | 1/12/2006 |
| Q: I have been approved for financing on a 2003 Chevy Avalanche 4x4. It has been 22years since I last ... A: there are many variables, i need some more info. Forget it has been 22 years since your last car ... | |
| buying a car. | 11/9/2005 |
| Q: I want to buy a used car. Never had one before. I need something economical,smaller, and more or ... A: Economically, you will be affected....Insurance is high, maintenance can be costly..It is a big ... | |
| info on used SUVs | 10/17/2005 |
| Q: I'm shopping for a used SUV (model year 2001-2005) and am looking for a site that would have the ... A: Jeff, you can get some information at www.consumerreports.org very good info...I do not know how ... | |
| selling a car | 10/16/2005 |
| Q: I am planning on selling a 1997 Ford Taurus Sedan with 115,000 miles on it. The cars engine and ... A: Depends how much you will take.....If Auto trader is 4-4500, i would ask 4295, like i said i do not ... | |
| efficiency | 8/19/2005 |
| Q: In the compact and subcompact category, during the years 1998 to 2000, which make has the best miles ... A: Hey Phil, In my opinion, the best vehicle overall with GREAT gas mileage, will be the Toyota Echo. ... | |
| Used 96 ford Explorer Purchase | 8/8/2005 |
| Q: Followup To Question - Vehicle is beautiful to look at. '96 Explorer has 80K miles. 1) What ... A: As i said, i would pass, but if you think it is really in great shape, offer $3900.00 and go ... | |
| Hi, I am in the state of NY... | 7/8/2005 |
| Q: I am in the state of NY and just signed a lease agreement on a Jaguar x-type. I signed this ... A: i would suggest you QUICKLY contact an attorney, i thought the cooling off period on a purchase was ... | |
| Luxury car | 7/1/2005 |
| Q: Steve, My wife and I are looking for a used car. We want a nice comfortable ride. Something where ... A: An Acura 3.2 TL, is a nice riding luxury vehicle, for your price range, a 2000, or 2001 would ... | |
| please help | 5/20/2005 |
| Q: I am looking to purchase a used 2002 Honda Civic LX from a dealership. The sticker price is 12995. ... A: Fist you did not tell me the mileage...Let us assume the miles are about 35-40,000 miles. I would ... | |
| financed car | 5/3/2005 |
| Q: I have a couple of questions. First, do you know whether payments are significantly lower for a ... A: Lease payments can be lower BUT.......you are renting a car, and will be responsible for any dings ... | |
| Buying question | 4/17/2005 |
| Q: I'm looking into buying a used car, and I was wondering if you could offer a bit of advice. I've ... A: I live in Florida, and i am NOT a big fan of convertibles...They are noisy, they do leak and yes ... | |
| Used Mitsubishi Outlander | 4/15/2005 |
| Q: I am considering purchasing a used Pearl White 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander XLS AWD from a Mitsubishi ... A: Seems like a lot of mileage for an 03 especially with 36K in 1 year.......I personally would pass ... | |
| Tips for purchasing a used vehicle | 4/15/2005 |
| Q: 85224 We are going to help our son purchase a used vehicle that will be used for commuting to work ... A: You are somewhat limited with a budget of $5000...But if that is max i would look for a Ford Escort ... | |
| torn between two autos | 4/14/2005 |
| Q: Steve: I am considering buying a newer car. I am interested in the 2002 Pont. Grand Prix. I am ... A: Is it worth it...That is up to you. If you love the GT what did you think of the SE? Remember you ... | |
| Used Car | 4/11/2005 |
| Q: I'm planning to buy a used car. I need your guidance, what are the major points, that I should pay ... A: harsh, what kind of car fits your needs? 2 door or 4 door or mini van. Decide that first. How much ... | |
| Hi Thanks for your quick... | 3/7/2005 |
| Q: Could you please be more explicit about the problems you envisage. I would appreciate the details. ... A: Parts are hard to come by in the states...where will you get replacemant parts if needed? Water ... | |
| How long will this car last | 2/16/2005 |
| Q: ..the car is a chevy corisca and it is a 95 the only thing wrong with it is it has alot of ... A: Normally i would say NO to something like this...BUT, if there are no alternatives, here is my ... | |
| How long will this car last | 2/16/2005 |
| Q: How long do you think a car with 200,000 miles last? A: What kind of a car is it? How long have you had it? Is it in decent shape? If you are just getting ... | |
| questions about buying car | 2/9/2005 |
| Q: I want to buy my first car, I think I should get a pre-owned certified, what exactly is the car ... A: first off, get the VIN # and get a car fax, that will help you find out if the car was ever in a ... | |
| malibu LS | 1/23/2005 |
| Q: Thinking of buying either a 2003 or 2004 Chevy Malibu LS. Are these good years? The 2003 V6 engine ... A: offer 4500 less then asking price, they will give you all sorts of b.s. why it is ridiculous, then ... | |
| 2001 Olds Bravada | 1/12/2005 |
| Q: Steve,Thank you for your voulenteering support: I have been looking at a '01 Olds Bravada with ... A: I like this vehicle...BUT. It will be 4 years old, will not be made anymore. That will not hinder ... | |
| Mazda reliability vs. Honda & Toyota | 12/20/2004 |
| Q: Steve: I'm going to be buying a car soon. I want to buy one about two years old, hopefully with ... A: Hey David.... This one is fairly simple...If it is not a matter of money honda or toyota are a great ... | |
| Buying a minivan | 12/15/2004 |
| Q: I am in the market for a new minivan. I am looking to spend about 20-30K for a minivan. Which ... A: Honda Odyssey or Toyota Sienna are the best choices hands down in my opinion! You can get a fairly ... | |
| when to buy | 12/10/2004 |
| Q: I want to buy a 2004 Corolla and was wondering is buying at the end of year the best buy or at the ... A: Personally if you want to save the most money, i would look to buy a 2004 USED Corolla.......You can ... | |
| Buying a used Car | 11/15/2004 |
| Q: im in atlantaYes i have a job but its just a campus job I make like 600 a month but i have a saving ... A: Charon, look at www.carmax.com search vehicles $10,000 and under....As i said if yor credit is clean ... | |
| Buying a used Car | 11/15/2004 |
| Q: Ok im 21 yr old student who is looking to buy my first car. My credit isnt that bad but i want to ... A: that is an excellent plan. A few questions though. Do you work? How much do you make a month? How ... | |
| Best year of Jeep Cheroke to buy | 11/1/2004 |
| Q: I am interested in buying a older Jeep Cheroke what year is a good year as far as least amount of ... A: for the $6000 range you should look for a 1995 or 1996, finding something around 75,000 to 90,000 ... | |
| Used Car | 10/31/2004 |
| Q: Steve, I had spoken with you some time ago, about buying a used car, and I decided to take you up on ... A: As Toyotas are VERY good, i would not buy one with 200,000 miles, even with a new engine...Even if ... | |
| 88 subaru | 10/27/2004 |
| Q: i have a 88 subaru wagon front wheel drive in good shape. ac works and the tires are prety good ... A: sorry that car has stopped running.....there really is no market for a 16 year old car with that ... | |
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 10/14/2004 |
| Q: Steve - I'm looking at purchasing a 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe, AUTO 4Door, V6 2.7L 2WD GLS model, ... A: go to a neighborhood mechanic, Hyundai, may not be objective because they would want to sell you a ... | |
| 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe | 10/14/2004 |
| Q: Steve - I'm looking at purchasing a 2001 Hyundai Santa Fe, AUTO 4Door, V6 2.7L 2WD GLS model, ... A: Its a good vehicle, average miles, i would ask for the vin # and do a carfax, that will tell you how ... | |
| Buying a car | 9/26/2004 |
| Q: There's no CarMax nearby, sadly. How much can I expect to get a Chevy Malibu, in good condition. Not ... A: O.k......If you want a chevy malibu, which is NOT too bad here is what to look for. If you can spend ... | |
| Buying a car | 9/25/2004 |
| Q: I'm looking to buy a decent small car with a reasonable mileage (under 100k), ideally it would be a ... A: where do you live? Do you have a CarMax nearby? Cars are guarenteed not to be wrecked, flood or ... | |
| Best Car Value | 9/11/2004 |
| Q: I am a volunteer in another category and are looking for an automotive expert to advise and assist ... A: you will be hard pressed to find a quality vehicle in the $3000 range......If that is the most you ... | |
| Used mini vans | 8/17/2004 |
| Q: I want to buy a 2 or 3 year old mini van. I have a 1996 Dodge Caravan right now with 95K miles and ... A: Leasing is not the best way to go (IMHO), BECAUSE REALLY YOU ARE RENTING A CAR! Apurchase of a 1-3 ... | |
| How do I go about selling my car? | 8/13/2004 |
| Q: I am preparing to leave America to teach English in Korea. Needless to say, I cannot drive there ... A: what stae are you in? Look for a comapny called CARMAX, they will buy your car even if you do not ... | |
Tips on Buying Cars
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Steve
Top Expert on this page
Expertise
Have sold pre-owned autos for many years, can assist in picking vehicle, financing tips and approximating payments and costs.
Experience
have been a sales manager as well as sold pre-owned vehicles.
Education/Credentials
Bachelor of Science degree
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