5 Things Smart Used Car Shoppers Look For

Finding the perfect used vehicle can be a difficult task. We put together a list of things to look out for when searching for your next used car. The Test Drive It can be easy to make a quick decision to buy a vehicle, once you are sitting in the driver’s seat. However, buying a used car on a gut feeling can really hurt you in the long run. We have created a test drive checklist to ensure you are buying a reliable used vehicle. Before the drive Inspect tread of tires Inspect underneath all floor mats and carpet Examine all lights (headlights,...

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Lease or Finance a New Car which is Better

There are many advantages and disadvantages to both situations. Whether you want to lease or finance your new vehicle depends on your lifestyle and your preferences. Below we have outlined some of the pros and cons of both leasing and buying your car. Advantages of Leasing Lower monthly payments Lower repair costs New cars every two or three years Vehicle has newest safety features Pay tax only on portion you finance When you lease a car the monthly payments are lower because you are not paying to finance the entire cost of a vehicle. The...

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The top 5 reasons why social media is essential for collision repair marketing

By: Stratosphere Studio With the many marketing avenues available to business owners these days, you might feel a little overwhelmed. This is an issue that comes up over and over again for our collision repair clients. They want to know specifically whether social media marketing is necessary and how it might be important to the overall success of their auto body shops. These are great questions and we’ve dedicated loads of our time here at Stratosphere Studio towards getting to the bottom of it all. In one word, the answer to the question “Is...

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