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EPA makes fueleconomy stickers for used cars

Posted on March 17th, 2011 No Comments

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has created a web site that allows a person to make their own fuel information sticker so if you are selling a car, potential buyers can view the fuel economy of the vehicle.

A sticker can be made for vehicles manufactured between the years of 1984 and 2010. The sticker includes the year, make, and model along with the engine transmission and the fuel type that is used. There is also a photo of the car along with the city and highway mileage.

If you or a loved one are in the market to purchase a used car, it can be a difficult decision. For quality dealers and great deals on used cars in Austin, visit Chapman motors or browse the combined inventory.

Raise in gas prices changes the auto sales

Posted on March 9th, 2011 No Comments

The recent raise in national gas prices has lead people to change the way that they are purchasing vehicles.

With this on everyone’s mind, a question that is always asked when someone is buying a car is the gas mileage that the car receives. Also, there has been a steady stream of hybrid cars being purchased.

In the recent months, there has also been an increase in the sales of used cars. Smaller SUVs and vehicles are also becoming increasingly more popular and experts think that this trend will continue to be seen as gas prices remain high.

If you or a loved one has been searching for a quality used car, visit one of the eleven Austin area locations of Chapman motors today to find what you are looking for.

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Consumer Reports show that used vehicles may be more reliable then some new vehicles

Posted on March 2nd, 2011 No Comments

A 2011 Consumer Report showed a survey that was taken to see how people viewed the reliability of their used cars. The survey found that most Japanese automotive brand vehicles had the least amount of troubles.

The study also showed that 11 models of cars from the 2008 model year had the same amount of problems, or less, as the 2010 models. Some of the most reliable models were the 2008 Honda CR-V and Fit. Other trouble-free vehicles included the Toyota FJ Cruiser and the Toyota Cruiser.

If you or a loved one has been looking for a great place to look for a used car, visit one of the eleven Austin area locations of Chapman Motors today.

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Keeping used car lots stocked is a challenge for some

Posted on February 17th, 2011 No Comments

Today, used car dealers are being affected by a decrease in trade-in vehicles. Many motorists are keeping their vehicles for years and just adding more and more miles to them. This new trend has had an impact on dealers, lenders and repair shops.

Some car dealerships are having trouble finding the cars that they are looking for because the demand is high and the supply is low. Car owners are not only keeping their vehicles longer, they are learning that they can refinance their vehicles just as they do their home mortgages.

If you or a loved one has been searching to buy a quality pre-owned vehicle that will be perfect for you and your family, contact the Austin used car dealers of Chapman motor sales by browsing through the combined inventory.

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How to get a good deal on a used vehicle

Posted on February 9th, 2011 No Comments

Buying a car is usually one of the biggest purchases a person makes and it is one that must be thought about. Many people fear that they will be ripped off if they buy a pre-owned vehicle, but there are ways to see if you are getting the deal you deserve.

Doing your homework before buying a vehicle is essential and the internet can make this really easy. For example, figuring out the market value of a vehicle is important in order to make sure that you are not paying too much for the vehicle.

Check the engine with a trusted mechanic and making sure that you drive it before you buy it to make sure that there are no strange sounds are also very beneficial.

If you or a loved one has been searching for a used car, visit one of the eleven Austin area locations of Chapman motors to find a quality used car in the Austin area.

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How to minimize your risk while for buying a used car

Posted on February 3rd, 2011 No Comments

It can be scary to buy a used car, because many people become nervous when they do not know the history of a vehicle. There are multiple things that can be done in order to minimize your risk when buying a used car.

Looking into how much vehicles cost will be useful when looking for a car to make sure that you are paying an accurate price. Values of used cars are determined by many factors such as mileage and warranties.

Another thing that can be beneficial while searching for a used vehicle is to look around at a few places to make sure that you are getting the best deal available. Also, an extended warranty on a used car can prove to be useful and act as an extra safeguard.

If you or a loved one has been looking to upgrade you vehicle, visit one of the the eleven Austin area locations of Chapman motors today to look into Austin used cars today.

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AOL names best used automobiles

Posted on January 27th, 2011 No Comments

AOL names best used cars award for the best Sedan, and the 2008 Honda Accord LX-P was one of the top vehicles to make the list.

According to AOL autos, the 2008 Honda has tons of space, quality and fuel efficiency and solid interior.

The vehicle has a 2.4 liter four cylinder engine with 177 horsepower and is described as a dependable car. The car is priced at $12,899 and is easy to maintain.

If you are looking for a used vehicle and would like to trade in your own, visit one of the eleven Austin locations of Chapman motors to see a great selection of Austin used cars.

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BMW 3-Series named most popular used car

Posted on January 12th, 2011 No Comments

In 2010, the BMW 3-Series was the most searched for used car, according to new figures.

According to Auto Trader, the Volkswagen Golf and the Ford Focus were numbers two and three on the list and the Vauxhall Astra and Audi A4 finish up the top five. The popularity of the BMW 3-Series could be a result of the low running costs which are very important to people especially as gas prices rise.

If you or a loved one has been searching for the perfect used car for you and your family, contact the Austin used car dealers of Chapman motor sales and visit one of the eleven Austin area locations today.

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Buying used rental cars

Posted on December 2nd, 2010 No Comments

Buying used rental cars can have many pros and cons and if you are considering buying one, it is important to be familiar with all of them.

One positive aspect is that rental cars tend to be only a few years old and have received scheduled maintenance and inspections. Another pro is that the manufacturer’s warranty is transferable to the second owner.

One con is that rental cars can gain a lot of miles quickly, some cars gaining 20,000 miles in the first year. Also, because the renters do not own these cars, some drive them less carefully then they would there own car. For example, they may not slow down before hitting a pot hole. Also, many rental cars are not equipped with extra features that drivers may look for such as leather or heated seats.

If you or a loved one is looking for a quality used vehicle, contact the Austin used car dealers of Chapman motor sales today and search our combined inventory at all 11 Austin locations.

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Cars.com ranks best used cars

Posted on November 24th, 2010 No Comments

Cars.com has compiled a list of what they think are the best used cars according to retail value, which depends highly on the car’s condition. The original list that was looked at was 225 cars.

The number one car on the list was the 2009 Nissan Versa followed by the 2005 Ford Escape and the 2005 Ford Five Hundred. Three 2005 models follow behind on the list the Ford Freestar, Ford Taurus and the Hyundai Tucson.

Other factors that were looked into when determining the list were reliability and safety that was determined by looking at crash test scores and optional safety features.

If you are looking to buy a used car, search the combined inventory of Austin used cars by looking through the eleven Austin area locations of Chapman motors today.

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