How to Buy a Used Car with Confidence

More and more Americans are buying their cars online these days. At our dealership, we are e-mailed and called daily by car shoppers who are seeking out which online dealers are trustworthy. We are known for having luxury cars at discounted prices and clients from Dallas, Plano, Carrollton, Oklahoma, Midland, Houston and other nearby cities bypass multiple other dealers to visit us. People want to learn what in the world we are talking about when we say we are "Driving the Future of Car Buying".

#1) All qualifying Vehicles that we carry are covered under a 90 Day Warranty for FREE. We have already purchased extended service protection for 3 months on your next car.

#2) Every vehicle that we carry has been subjected to a vigorous 25 Point Inspection. We check things like tires, brakes, fluid levels and more.

#3) We don't employ buyers to purchase our inventory. All of the luxury vehicles that we carry at BobStallingsCars.com has been bought by our very own meticulous Marcus Williams, General Manager. 

It isn't every day where you come across a used car dealer in Carrollton, TX (or any other city for that matter) that sells luxury vehicles AND an included 90 Day Warranty on qualifying vehicles. Typically, the vehicles that qualify are those that are no longer covered by the majority of their factory warranty. We don't want you to worry when you drive away from our 100% Indoor Warehouse that your car will have a problem. We understand that when it comes to Used Cars, clients don't like surprises!

Research our company, you'll find many reviews on Facebook, DealerRater and Cars.com . Find out why so many are choosing Bob Stallings Auto Group as their Used Car Dealer near Dallas. 

The Best Car Deals in May 2012

The Best Car Deals in May 2012 

With rates as low as 1.99% for up to 66 months, buyers at BobStallingsCars.com can find deals that BEAT OUT the big box dealers. Or, we also offer the choice to enjoy a $1500 CASH rebate on any 2010 or newer vehicle in stock.

The competition:

Toyota "Certified Pre-Owned" are in high demand. Toyota financial is offering 2.9% for up to 60 months. 

Mercedes Benz is offering 1.99% financing for 3 years on several certified pre-owned models ranging fron 2008-2010. 

Honda has hidden dealer incentives (that can be turned into rebates) of up to $1,000 on some NEW 2011 Honda Models left in stock.

CPO Myth Busted! 

The only real difference between a CPO and a regular pre-owned vehicle is the extended warranty. But, at BobStallingsCars.com our warranties are typically more comprehensive than a dealer's CPO and are 0% interest (with no credit check). They are backed by NAC (a AAA rated provider). With a purchase price that is less than that of a dealer's CPO price and an entire point of rate savings, it is a better value not to buy CPO. Our dealership inspects all of our inventory with a rigorous pre-inspection that we call the BobStallingsCars.com Champion Checklist. Read more on Why Kick the Tires?

The Basics on discovering if buying used is always cheaper than buying new from Real Car Tips...

Buying used is smart if you want to save money. It's because new cars depreciate quickly - usually losing half their value within three years.

However, used cars do have drawbacks. Even if you're careful, there's no way to guarantee a problem-free vehicle. And since most don't come with a warranty, you could be stuck with expensive repairs.

Despite the negatives, buying a three-to-five-year-old used vehicle will net you maximum savings. That's the ideal age - old enough for major depreciation to have taken place, but not too old where problems are likely - and there's always a chance it could still be covered by a warranty.

If the car doesn't come with a warranty - it's actually not a bad idea to consider getting one. You can obtain pricing for a NAC Extended Service Agreement here.

The Best Used Cars for Men: Land Rover Range Rover Sport

Men's Health Tested-Man Approved!

The Best Used Cars for Men: Greatest Values:

Land Rover Range Rover Sport

 What Men's Health Magazine Says

“I don’t know why, but when you become a parent you suddenly want to drive one of these,” says Tsuchiya. Out since 2005 and selling in the mid-$30,000s, they have a supercharged 4.2L engine with a tuned suspension—and they look and handle a lot better than a minivan.

Read more at Men's Health: http://www.menshealth.com/techlust/used-cars-best-value#ixzz1tFUzguF1

 

                                           

 

2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport SuperCharged                              2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE

What We Say

Of course Men's Health Magazine would list this car among the best values for men! Other's agree, "The 2007 Range Rover Supercharged combines a luxurious and tech-laden cabin with torrential acceleration at higher rev bands and formidable off-road capability thanks to its Terrain Response system." - cNet Reviews. The best luxury vehicles in Carrollton can always be found at Bob Stallings Auto Group. Of course, we serve the greater DFW Metroplex but, with worldwide shipping- we can ship the best luxury vehicles anywhere! Complimentary shipping estimates are available on our website. Click here: http://www.bobstallingscars.com/web/shipping to learn more.

The BobStallingsCars.com 2008 Supercharged Range Rover Sport  has Passed a rigorous Pre-Inspection, is a Clean CARFAX 1 Owner. It has the *SUPERCHARGED engine* Navigation System*DVD in headrest*Heated Seats*Backup Sensors*Harmon Kardon upgraded sound. It rocks the 4.2L v8 DOHC Supercharger 6-Speed Automatic transmission with Rear Spoiler and has 275/40R20 106Y tires that are in like new condition!

The lucky owner of our 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport HSE will enjoy its' features:  Navigation, Harmon Kardon Sound, Heated Front/Rear Seats, biXenon lights, Alloy wheels are gorgeous! CARFAX 1 Owner, Passed 25 Point Inpection! New TIRES. The best Land Rover on the market and priced below Market Value!

From car pooling the neighborhood kids, to navigating the most rugged terrain imaginable -the Range Rover Sport can do it all. BobStallingsCars.com stocks Range Rovers frequently. We also have a concierge buying department that will locate any car, any price, at any time! With interest, contact Lindsey Stuart. (972) 248-2277



Luxury Vehicles Carrollton

Trying to figure out which search terms will help our clients find us online, isn't as easy as what our passion is: Driving the Future of Car Buying.

We know alot about the savvy internet consumers of today. The younger generation's internet habits have a lot of big dealers scared to death! In the MSN Article, "Why Millenials Just Don't Care About Cars" a lot of insight is displayed. Millenials, or Gen Y (born 1980-1999), are spending more time online car shopping than test driving. This drastically changes how cars are being sold in the United States. The old days of car salesmen waiting around on a car lot are over. The race used to be which salesman could get to the customer first in the parking lot. Now, the race is on to discover keywords that will drive customers to our websites, blogs, youtube channels, twitter and facebook pages.

Our pre-owned luxury vehicles in Carrollton, TX do not have the pre-owned look or feel.

2011 Infiniti M37 in Carrollton Texas

This 2011 Infiniti M37 is priced $12,000 less than the new 2013 model. It has less than 28,000 miles on the odomoter and is loaded up. This is what Driving the Future of Car Buying is all about...Finding the highest quality luxury vehicles in the U.S. and marketing them to internet consumers of all ages.

Even though we are an online business, we understand that most Americans still want to test drive their next vehicle prior to purchasing it. Our Indoor Showroom at 3222 Skylane Drive in Carrollton makes that easy. We are conveniently located less than 1 mile from the Addison Airport and close to all DFW metroplex cities: Frisco, Plano, Dallas, Irving, Arlington, Fort Worth, Highland Park, Prosper and McKinney.

Luxury Vehicles Carrollton



E-mail Sales@BobStallingsCars.com or Call Us at 972.248.2277 for more information!

New Vs. Used: Proving up the Depreciation Factor

In our recent article Discovering Depreciation we make a hard case for buying used vs. new. To highlight some reasons: When you drive off the lot in a new car, you just paid retail pricing for a car that is now only worth wholesale value. On top of that, most cars lose 15-20% a year in value. You are also putting wear on the tires, using up the manufacturer's warranty and contributing to the normal depreciation of any car, new or used.

We have decided to examine some of our late model, low mileage inventory and compare price, warranty and payments to its' new predecessor.

2012 Acura TL with Technology Package at BobStallingsCars.com $36,995
7053 miles. Fully Loaded with 3.5 V-6 Engine, Sequential SportShift Auto with Paddle Shifters, Satellite Radio, Navigation, Rearview camera, HID Headlights, Keyless Start, Heated Front Seats, Automatic Climate Control, Bluetooth, Acura ELS Surround Sound System, USB/iPod Integration, Song by Voice, Real-time Traffic/weather, AcuraLink, Voice Recognition, Tire Pressure Monitoring System, Manufacturer's Warranty. (Don't forget to factor BobStallingsChampion Checklist Pre-Inspection and Complimentary Luxury Loaner Car use for future service and maintenance needs)               

$548.09 Per Month with $3,000 Down Payment. 2.24 for 66 Months +TTL with Financing From BobStallingsCars.com. Interest Paid $2232.55

-VS.-

New 2012 Acura TL with Technology Package at a local Acura Dealer $40,984
0 miles. Same equipment.

$1069.81/month with 0.9% over 36 months with $3,000 Down + TTL. Interest Paid $529.33

A BobStallingsCars.com client will save roughly $4000 if you are a cash buyer. Save roughly $1800 if you factor in the interest that you would pay. Either way you slice it, buying a Pre-Owned Acura in Carrollton from BobStallingsCars.com is a better value.  

2011 Infiniti M37 at BobStallingsCars.com $40,995

27,923 miles. Carfax 1-owner vehicle* Back-up Camera* Navigation* Sunroof* Heated and Cooled front seats* Homelink Garage Door Opener* Xenon Headlamps help light up the road* Memory Seats* Dual Zone A/C* Tire Pressure Monitoring System* Heated Steering Wheel* Bluetooth* Power Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel* Upgraded Bose Stereo System* Keyless Start

$628.53 per month with $3,000 Cash Down, 2.24% over 66 months +TTL. Total Interest Paid $2487.74

vs.

2012 Infiniti M37 from your local Infiniti Dealer $52,045

0 miles. Same equipment.

$1330.54 per month with $3000 cash down, 3.9% over 48 months +TTL. Total Interest Paid $4820.91

The BobStallingsCars.com client would save about $11,000 if they were paying cash. Or, if financing, our client would save $13,000!

Navigating the Finance Road can be difficult in today's economy. With so many options it is scary out there. Come to BobStallingsCars.com near Frisco, Dallas, Addison and Plano and make it easy on yourself. Or fill out our finance application here to get a good idea of what rate you would qualify for.

Watches, Cars and Vacations...all part of the Good Life, Guaranteed

“When women in a British study were shown a photo of a man in a luxury car and then another shot of the same guy in an econobox, they thought he looked better in the luxury car. The real benefit, however, may lie in your own perceptions once you climb behind the wheel. Makers of premium autos fold in design and technology features -- sound dampening, smooth acceleration -- that conspire to influence how you see yourself, says Sven Beiker, Ph.D., executive director of the center for automotive research at Stanford University. "It makes you want to fulfill the image," he says. "You may actually feel pressure to live up to the status of your car."

According to Men’s Health magazine, you can upgrade your car to luxury status  by factoring the true cost of ownership of a luxury car. Factor depreciation, maintenance, insurance and fuel efficiency in addition to the purchase price. (Men’s health didn’t mention finance rate but, definitely count rate in the true cost of ownership too). Experts agree that Audi and Lexus are among the lowest total cost of ownership .  Get major helpful hints here on our blog Understanding Depreciation.

Not ready to pay upwards of $35,000?

“Or go vintage -- sort of. Some contemporary classics, such as the 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL500 (which listed for $86,000 new), can now be picked up in the mid-20s. And they'll still net you the style points. Since such cars are older than conventional "late-model used" vehicles, consider an extended warranty, which will add $500 to $2,000 to your outlay.” –Men’s Health 

Ready to start looking for your pseudo vintage or barely used car? Here are some rare finds $20k-$30k… or, if you 
roll BALLER STYLE click here!

2005 Porsche 911Carrera S 997