Need a NEW Car...

Updated on August 07, 2008
A. asks from Tampa, FL
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I have never had a 'new', but I need to get one ASAP. I currently have a 98 Honda civic with over 250K miles. It drives ok, but I know its not gonna last much longer. Plus repairs would be more than the car is worth. My credit score is in the low 500's. I make very good money. Anyone know of any banks or dealerships that would finance me with just a trade in?? The car doesnt have to be new, but a newer model is perfect.

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Well....I did a crdit app online, and rcvd an approval from Suzuki of Lakeland. I was blown away because they called me rite away and told me to just come down and pick out what I wanted. I went down and my salesmens name was Maurice, he was SUPER nice and got me what I wanted!! And to top it all off, my birthday was Tuesday 8/5, and thats when I drove home with the car. I got a 2007 Chyrsler 300, 0 down. Thanks for your input and most of all thanks Maurice at Suzuki of Lakeland!!

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K.P.

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Hey,
I looked for months for our new car. And finally went to Carmax on line found the car I wanted, applied for it and got it. It was really easy my credits not good at all and I received the loan through Wachovia with the help of Carmax. I wish you luck.
Sincerely,
K.

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C.R.

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Last year I went to Brandon Automall on Brandon Blvd/Hwy 60. They only have pre-owned there. David Bozan helped us. And I'll tell ya, I have never seen a salesman work so hard to find the right car for us. He is super nice. At first my husband and I looked at each other to figure out if this guy was for real. We found out we knew his cousin and later talked to him. He said selling cars is David's passion and he's very good at it. The website is www.brandonautomall.com, phone# ###-###-#### and ask for DAVID BOZAN. PLEASE TELL HIM C. RUSSELL RECOMMENDED HIM. If you have any problems getting a hold of him, let me know cause I have his cell #.
Good Luck on your search.

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G.L.

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A.,

My name is Greig Lundergan, I'mm the internet Sales Manager at Jerry Ulm Dodge Chrysler Jeep. My wife is a small business owner and forwarded your e-mail to me.
I would like to invite you to stop by and allow me the opportunity to try and get you into a new or newer vehicle.
I'm not the kind who makes promises, so if you are willing to invest a little time, I sure will try to get you financed and into a new or newer vehicle. You can reach me at either number below or by replying to the e-mail address below. I look forward to your reply.

Sincerely,

Greig

Greig Lundergan
Internet Sales Manager
Jerry Ulm Dodge Chrysler Jeep
Cell ###-###-####
Dealership ###-###-####
Website www.jerryulmdodge.com
e-mail ____@____.com

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T.G.

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Hi A.,

I don't think you will have too much trouble getting financed. Car companies just want to sell so they will finance any way they can. I would also watch for car dealerships that will give you minimum $5000 for your trade. Dealerships run deals like that pretty often, but not everyday so maybe you want to spend a couple weeks watching for a deal like that.

But I would also encourage you to buy not quite new. I know the want to have a NEW car, but you lose so much money when you drive off the lot. You can save a lot getting a car just a year old, or with low miles. Have fun shopping!

Also check out Dave Ramsey www.daveramsey.com He gives good advice on how to best work with your money, and he is the one who says NEVER buy new. Actually, he doesn't say never. He says if you have over 1 million in the bank, then you can afford to waste the money on a new car. He also says never to get a fleece...I mean lease on a car.

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R.T.

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Hi A.
My name is R. and I have a 2006 chevy trailblazer fully loaded,leather sun roof six cd changer. It's worth thru the banks $18,650.00, but I'm selling it for $14,500.00, with only 19000 miles on it, or you can check the craig list on line and check out the cars they have there. Good luck in finding what you want.

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