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Back in 2003, Steve and Annette Economides started a financial-fitness-type newsletter, the HomeEconomiser, to help direct people to better manage their finances much like they had the previous 20 or so years.

It seems appropriate, considering their family surname name starts with the term “econo.”

America’s Cheapest Family

A car made of money Today they call themselves “America’s Cheapest Family,” a couple who paid their first mortgage off in nine years, as they started having children, by paying a bit more than was due every month. Read more

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Hell Freezes Over – Selling a Truck

It wasn’t long ago that truck owners were attached to their vehicles like a best buddy, favorite T-shirt, or long-trusted putter. Nicknames were not uncommon, and owners personalized them with window stickers and fancy accessories.

Parting with their truck was a rare occasion. Unless an owner had his or her eyes on a larger or fancier model.

Times Have Changed for the Pickup Truck

A Piss on Ford Sticker Image from Up North Promo
Pickup truck owners stuck with their brands fiercely, even mocking other truck-makers with rude rear-window stickers.

Women also got into the act, driving around in a mid-size or even full-size truck as if they owned the road – mocking their male counterparts. Read more

C4UC BlogAugust 1, 2008August 16, 2008 Fuel Efficiency, Reports, Selling Tips, Used Cars No Comments

Automakers Fighting Over the Used Car Market

With U.S. auto sales in decline, American automakers have turned their focus to a somewhat unusual niche.

Certified pre-owned vehicles.

In short, when they ain’t sellin’ new, try sellin’ used.

Automakers Selling Their Used Cars Online

Woman shopping on her laptop Chrysler announced in late June 2008 that it was teaming with eBay to list Chrysler, Jeep and Dodge certified pre-owned cars on the new eBay Motors’ Certified Pre-Owned Showroom.

Chrysler’s attempt to push more used cars is of interest, but equally noteworthy is eBay’s acknowledgement of the market. Read more

C4UC BlogJuly 29, 2008August 14, 2008 Reports, Used Cars No Comments

Best Time to Buy a Used Car

A current saying in the real estate industry now also applies to the automotive industry: it’s a great time to buy a car.

Particularly a used vehicle.

April 2008 was the first time in more than 20 years that cars outsold trucks and sport utility vehicles. It was the worst month in a decade in terms of new-car sales, down a full 7 percent from the previous year.

A beautiful woman in a bikini on the beach

Changes in the Used Car Market

Meanwhile, since January 2008 used car prices have risen consistently, to today’s $13,000 average.

On the other hand, wholesale used truck prices have dropped from about $16,500 a couple of years ago to today’s $14,000 average. Read more

C4UC BlogJune 14, 2008June 15, 2008 Buying Tips, Used Cars 1 Comment

More Autobuyers Turning to the Warranty and Peace of Mind

It’s hard to imagine anything more frustrating to your everyday flow of life than a car failure.

A vehicle that breaks down or won’t start is disruptive to regular daily routines and the best-laid plans.

When you can’t get to where you need to go you are forced to arrange alternative transportation. Then there’s the unknowns: the cost; and can you trust the mechanic and their recommendations?

An issue of the Post Standard

The Changing Face of the Warranty

Insurance to limiting your hassle is the warranty. Generally associated with new cars, warranties have grown in popularity and now often cover used cars. Read more

C4UC BlogJune 2, 2008June 4, 2008 Buying Tips, Used Cars No Comments

Used Car Power: Nearly Half of the Auto Market

Used cars is an industry that accounts for nearly half of American auto retail sales.

Believe it or not, the used car industry is actually the largest retail segment of the economy – with annual sales of up to $370 billion.

The Used Car Industry Keeps Getting Stronger

Compare that figures with other retail divisions, such as $206 billion in annual sales for school and office products, and the $291 made annually from home improvement products.

Inside of an old car with a The industry has grown so large that in the past two decades it has been the recipient of a public relations facelift. Read more

C4UC BlogMay 28, 2008May 29, 2008 Buying Tips, Used Cars No Comments

Old Reliable: the Toyota Camry as a Top Used Car

Two blondes from California were in the midst of a 300-mile drive to a ski resort, in a six-year-old Toyota Camry sedan, maintaining a steady 80 miles per hour.

The younger blonde said, “Listen to that, the engine just purrs like a kitten.”

Blonde girl blowing a bubble The older blonde, driving, said: “Imagine how it would sound if I changed the oil or even popped the hood the past year!”

Nothing Has Changed

That was in the mid-1990s. It seems Toyota’s midsize sedan just keeps getting better, and has solidified a reputation for a quiet ride and reliability. Read more

C4UC BlogMay 21, 2008May 22, 2008 Car value, Used Cars No Comments

Toyota Tacoma – Staying Atop the List of Used Compact Trucks

When it comes to comparing the best used compact trucks to buy or sell, the Toyota Tacoma often tops the list.

The reasons are evident, a strong reputation for reliability, a mother company known for delivering quality vehicles, and plenty of choices.

Buyers envy these attributes, and sellers are aware of the demand.

Built to Last

Image from Wiki Cars
Durability and quality are important to consider for Toyota Tacomas purchased this century.

Toyota Tacoma Gas prices are driving owners to sell their SUVs and pickup trucks, and used car buyers don’t want to take unreliability along with large bills at the pump. Read more

C4UC BlogMay 13, 2008May 14, 2008 Car value, Used Cars No Comments

Time Magazine’s Worst cars of 1982-1984

Time Magazine tackled a monumental task by narrowing down the worst of the worst vehicles ever made. They compiled a list of 50 Worst cars of all time broken down by the years they were produced.

Here is the eleventh installation of articles targeting the bottom feeders of the automotive world.

Cadillac Cimarron 1982

Cadillac Cimarron Image from Time

Just an ugly car all around, in theory the Cadillac Cimarron was built as a Cadillac for the common man, but in reality the Cimarron was more like an insult.

GM was pressured into making a smaller version of their cars by the presence of well-built medium-sized vehicles imported from German car makers like Mercedes. Read more

C4UC BlogNovember 25, 2007May 5, 2008 Fun, Used Cars 1 Comment

Need to sell a car on Craigslist?

If you must sell your car yourself, online communities like Craigslist are a good place to start. Here we will teach you the simple steps required to sell a car on Craigslist.

The process is easy and in a few short minutes your used car ad can be up and running, plus the ad is free and their site is popular enough to earn it decent traffic.

First step: check out the Craigslist site

Craigslist site

There is a localized page for almost every city you can imagine and that is where you need to start. Simply go to your favorite search engine and type in ‘Craigslist’ and the city in which you want to sell. Read more

C4UC BlogNovember 22, 2007May 5, 2008 Selling Tips, Used Cars 5 Comments

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