Many comedians and television shows have made wisecracks about the used car salesman and their assertive and obnoxious methods to, intimidate potential buyers and bring home more money for the dealership. Car sales have been this way for decades, but the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic facilitated the most drastic change to the car dealerships in years.
Navigating financing while shopping for a car you desperately need can be disheartening with a bad credit rating. You might think a corner lot with bright signs and balloons is your best and only option. These 'buy here, pay here' dealerships come with a huge catch and are not your only option.
For those of us restricted to the mainstream segment, it's fun to dream about having more funds to play around with when car buying. But it looks like the rich aren't having as much fun as they could.
While buying an Audi R8 or Lamborghini Huracán may seem like the kind of car to buy if you're rich, it turns out those with more money might be a little more practical than we thought.
Porsche has been around the block a few times. Okay, maybe more than a few times. They know how to sell a car over there, and the brand's 718 models are a great indication of that.
There’s a lot to keep track of when you’re car shopping. And one of the most important numbers to know is your FICO score. This number builds upon the information from your credit reports and shows your financial realities with more depth than a traditional credit score. FICO scores are used in several industries in …
Look around and you're bound to notice prices are going up. This trend is affecting wealthy car buyers, too. Today, a new luxury car can sell for hundreds of thousands of dollars or more. Is this why many deep-pocketed shoppers are buying pre-owned luxury cars?
The Ford Bronco is arguably one of, if not the hottest automotive commodity right now. Unfortunately, the new off-roader just can't catch a break it seems.
The Lamborghini Miura started a supercar obsession for many, even those born outside that era. I'm one of those people. Frankly, a Miura is a dream car for many, age regardless. However, if you just cannot make up your mind on which color your fanciful Italian bull should be in, R.M Sotheby's has you covered.
Even the wealthy might find it difficult to score a limited-edition Ferrari, as it takes more than cash to snag one of these iconic cars. In fact, owners must obey some stringent rules if they want a shot at purchasing a rare model hot off the assembly line in Maranello.
If you're of a certain age, you remember the days when station wagons filled the roads. Car buying has changed over the years, though, and these days, station wagons are harder to find in the U.S. market. The minivan and SUV have largely taken over from their more compact ancestors.
Buying a car should be as simple as going to a dealership and signing on the dotted line, as long as you have the money to make the payments, of course. But Ferrari disagrees, and Deadmau5 got in trouble with the Italian automaker after the DJ/producer made a hilarious modification to his 458 Italia.
The 2021 Toyota Tacoma is here. The good news? The rugged truck, affectionately called the "taco," is still the same off-road warrior everyone loves, boasting an impressive list of standard safety features. It's also pretty fuel-efficient. The bad news? The latest Tacoma offers fuel economy at a price you might not like.
When it comes to pickup trucks, Americans really only have two options. They can either go big with a full-size pickup or go a bit smaller with a midsize pickup. However, Hyundai now has an even smaller option with the Hyundai Santa Cruz, and the American automotive market could use more compact pickup trucks.
Volvo can consistently deliver a high-quality product when it comes to luxury cars. Like many other luxury brands during the pandemic, customers held off from buying a luxury car due to the economic downturn. However, like a few other automakers, Volvo managed to rebound quickly from its pandemic lows for sales.
As spring fades into summer, many people begin to drift toward water-related activities. Some common lake boating activities include fishing, skiing, tubing, and simply cruising around sightseeing. Different boat types tend to be better suited to different activities, so let's look at the three best boats for lakes.
Technology is constantly altering the automotive space. For example, electric vehicles are changing mobility forever. Now, car recalls are changing car buying and ownership experiences, and hopefully it's for the better.
Going through the whole car buying process can be stressful enough without worrying about getting scammed. Navigating all the complexities of financing, interest rates, loan terms, and credit scores can pile on the stress. The next day, you get a phone call and are introduced to one of the worst auto scams there is.