How to Buy a Car with Poor Credit

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Buying a vehicle with poor credit is a problem that no one wants to have. However unfortunate circumstances such as prolonged unemployment or underemployment combined with a hefty medical bill may have landed you in debt and left you with an overwhelming amount of bills. With that said, there is hope. Having bad credit should only be looked at as a temporary problem that you can fix! With that in mind, the good news is that securing financing for a car loan is possible even with bad credit. Here is some advice on how those with credit issues can still get a quality a used vehicle.

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Used Car Values with Kelley Blue Book

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Kelley Blue Book (KBB) is considered one of the most reliable resources for determining the value of a used car and an authoritative pricing guide for selling, buying, and trading cars. The company provides accurate vehicle pricing information to customers, businesses, and consumers. Automotive experts acknowledge that KBB is one of the most popular and trusted guides in automotive pricing. Though Kelley Blue Book was first published in 1926, since 1995, the Blue Book price guide is available online for convenience.

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Top 10 Preventative Maintenance Tips for Your Vehicle

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Preventive maintenance is the best way to ensure the long life of your car and save you big money on repairs. Some of the best car maintenance tips are also the easiest to do. Any questions about your car’s maintenance can be found in your car’s owner’s manual, along with the recommended fluid types. Following simple vehicle maintenance tips will go a long way in helping make the engine, transmission and your vehicle last longer and maintain value.

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Easy Tips to Researching a Used Car

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If you are considering buying a used car then it’s important to set aside some time and do a little used car research to make sure you find the right make and model to meet your needs. Finding that car is a step-by-step process. With the amount of information available at your fingertips, you can easily check the prices, know what you can afford, find a wide range of choices in makes and models, read the dealership reviews, check the vehicle history reports, and more. Here are six steps to guide you in your used car research before you walk into a dealership and test drive a car.

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What Are Buy Here Pay Here Dealerships?

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People often wonder what buy here pay here dealerships are and how they’re different from traditional car lots. The answer is pretty straightforward. Buy here pay here car lots (BHPH) literally mean just that. BHPH dealers offer on-site financing. They sell and finance the cars on the lot. At a traditional car dealership, the car is sold at the dealership, but financed through an auto lender.

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Can I Improve My Credit Score with An Auto Loan?

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Looking for good ways to build credit but not sure where to start? An easy, reliable way to help give your credit a boost has always been through a car loan. For starters, it will have an impact of both your credit report and your credit score. In the long haul, paying the loan on time will also help you establish or rebuild your credit, and improve your credit score. Repayment will also improve your eligibility to receive other types of loans, such as a mortgage, personal loan or credit card.

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Practical Tips for Buying a Car With Bad Credit

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How to finance a car with bad credit comes down to taking a few proactive steps. If you’re willing to do some shopping, be patient, with a little homework, you will certainly be able to finance a car that will work for you – find a car, finance it, and drive away no matter your credit woes. Here are some practical tips and considerations for consumers with credit problems who are actively looking to purchase a vehicle.

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Benefits of Choosing a No Credit Car Dealership

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A no credit car dealership is often met with apprehension by consumers, when in fact they genuinely work to assist those with poor or no credit to find a vehicle that will fit their budget. Commonly referred to as ‘Buy Here, Pay Here’ (BHPH) dealerships, there are far more positives than negatives that are offered by these dealerships. Nevertheless, despite the key benefits of shopping at BHPH dealerships, misconceptions continue to persist and benefits continue to be often overlooked or ignored. The following are good examples of misconceptions and benefits of BHPH dealership:

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What Are the Benefits of Putting a Down Payment on a Car?

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Are you in the market for a new or used vehicle? If the answer is yes, chances are you have tossed around what your ideal financing options are. Once you have selected the vehicle that is right for you, you are going to want to have a plan in place on how you will pay for your vehicle. Luckily, you’ve got options! With as little as 500 down car lots like Drive Now can help you finance the car of your dreams. Below we discuss the benefits of putting money down on a vehicle and also offer some down payment tips.

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Best Used Cars for the Price!

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Looking for a reliable used vehicle but want to stay on budget? With so many makes and models to choose from, where do you begin? Purchasing a vehicle is one of life’s big decisions – considering the cost involved, you want to make sure you are making the best choice for you and your family. Below we review the leading low down payment buy here pay here affordable used cars out there today to assist you with your decision.

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Tips to Help You Decide on Used or New Car

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You are in the market for a “new” vehicle, but you are having trouble deciding if you should purchase new or used. How does one decide? You are torn between the luster and shine of a brand new vehicle off the lot, and the reduced sticker price of a used vehicle. Below we list a few questions to ask yourself before you make the used or new decision, and also weigh the pros and cons of each.

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The Best Roadtrips This Fall

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The US road trip is as classic American as baseball and apple pie. From national parks with breathtaking views to fun at fairs and festivals, this country is bursting full of amazing destinations to take full advantage of. Drive Now has a large variety of used cars, SUV’S, and trucks perfect for your upcoming road trip. Why settle for anything less when Drive Now has the best auto Phoenix, AZ has to offer? Below we explore the best fall road trips in the Southwestern United States, and also include some expert tips on making your trip a success.

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Cars and Trucks with Cool Tech Features

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One nice this about all of the new technology that is introduced to us on what seems like a daily basis these days is that these advances are being introduced into our vehicles as well. Today’s used car and truck selection is night and day different from just ten years ago when it comes to tech features. Drive Now’s car lots in Phoenix feature used vehicles with some of the most advanced tech features in the industry today. Below we list vehicles that Drive Now features with cool tech features.

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Build Your Credit By Buying a Used Car with $500 Down

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Raise your hand if this situation sounds relatable? You are in desperate need of a new used vehicle, but you have next to nothing in your savings and your credit is shot. This can be a paralyzing situation. Where do you turn to? A buy here pay here lot like Drive Now is the answer. We are a premier used auto dealership in the Phoenix area, and offer programs to consumers with poor credit. We feature a huge variety of cars that will be sure to fit your lifestyle and budget.

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Car Seat Friendly Cars for Your Growing Family

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From setup to install, it’s a common truth that dealing with child car seats is a royal pain in the you-know-what. The whole process of fitting the actual seat into the car and finding the latches to install can be a challenge, to say the least. If you are a parent that is sick of dealing with a family vehicle that has an archaic child seat system, we have solutions for you. Drive Now offers a vast variety of affordable, car seat friendly vehicles at our auto dealerships in Phoenix AZ. Below we list five of the top child seat friendly vehicles that Drive Now offers.

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The Best High MPG Cars

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Summer has arrived! These are the days to celebrate backyard BBQ’s, beach volleyball, and longer evenings. Unfortunately, it’s also the season for higher fuel prices. If you are in the market for a new used vehicle this summer, an important feature to be vigilant about is the vehicle’s MPG rating. MPG stands for miles per gallon and is a measure of how fuel efficient a vehicle is. This is a decisive feature for several reasons, one being the skyrocketing price of gasoline, especially during the summer months, and another being the protection of our environment. We are now living in a “green” world. A fuel-efficient vehicle helps decrease pollution emissions by a large quantity. Here we review five vehicles with a strong fuel efficiency rating that you can find at Drive Now.

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6 Great Cars for an Everyday Budget

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New driver in the house? Looking for reliable transportation for school or work? Whatever the reason, there are some exceptional values out there on reliable used vehicles. If you have bad credit buy here pay here options are available for you. Whether you have good credit, no credit history, or bad credit, auto options are available to you at Drive Now. Today we will explore 6 different used vehicle options that fit an everyday budget.

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Get Your Dream Car at Drive Now!

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You want a new ride, but you don’t want to pay that new car price. There are plenty of advantages to buying used versus new, starting with price. Buying a used vehicle can be an exciting and overwhelming experience all wrapped up into one. Large purchases can give consumers anxiety with all of the factors involved in a sale. As a consumer, take advantage of the internet and other tools that are readily available these days to assist with finding what you want at a fair price. Below we weigh the pros and cons of buying a vehicle from a used auto dealer and offer some tips on how to go through the process like a pro.

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Best Used Cars for Teens in 2018

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As parents, we are always looking for the safest products our children. No matter how old they are, they will always our babies and, of course, we will always want the best for them. Teenagers and driving can be a frightening thought. Although we are proud of our children for accomplishing certain life goals, like passing a driver’s license test, we are understandably anxious about their safety and wellbeing. You can help protect your teenage driver by making sure they are driving a safe vehicle. Some vehicles are safer than others. Drive Now carries a large selection of safe, used vehicles. Below we list the best used cars for teens based on reliability and safety.

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How to Save Money Your Next Used Car

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There are hundreds of Arizona car dealerships throughout the state but there is only one leading buy here pay here dealership that offers the best vehicles at the lowest price. With locations throughout the state, Auto Action has been Arizona’s premier used car dealership since the beginning. When you are in the market for a new, “used vehicle”, there are a few creative ways you can save money on your purchase. Below we discuss 5 ways to save money on your next used car.

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