Buying Guide Example: The 2014 Z06 C7 Corvette 

Buying Guide Example: The 2014 Z06 C7 Corvette 

The Chevrolet brand is not one typically associated with luxury but the automobile landscape has never been more convoluted as premium luxury brands introduce entry level sub $30,000.00 models, and brands of the everyday people introduce $100,000.00 plus models.  Consider the high performing Corvette representative of the latter statement as their top of the line C7 Corvette Z06 nicely equipped will cost you over $100,000.00 for the right to say you are the owner.

Buying Guide Example: The 2014 Pre-Owned BMW i8 Supercar!

Buying Guide Example: The 2014 Pre-Owned BMW i8 Supercar!

Those not familiar with the i8 you should know it looks like one of those Italian exotics named Ferrari or Lamborghini.  The theme with this car inside and out is modern luxury and BMW type driving performance. 

Already? A Pre-Owned BMW i8 Supercar!

Already? A Pre-Owned BMW i8 Supercar!

When initially introduced in 2014 BMW actually had a waiting list because demand outpaced supply.  Now only two years later when you do an online national search for an i8 there’s no less than several hundred "lightly used" or pre-owned i8s for you to consider.  So what happened?

Affordable Luxury: A New 2017 Ford Mustang GT Coupe vs 2013 BMW M3 Coupe

Affordable Luxury: A New 2017 Ford Mustang GT Coupe vs 2013 BMW M3 Coupe

If you are considering buying a new 2017 Ford Mustang GT Fastback (coupe) it’s iconic; it’s patriotic and offers great value compared to a similar import.  You’d get little argument from me but my philosophy is lease new and buy pre-owned so does it really offer that much value if you are buying?

The Synopsis: Interpreting CARFAX?

The Synopsis: Interpreting CARFAX?

I will never buy a used vehicle of any kind without seeing what the CARFAX report says.  That report is invaluable as it shows a wealth of information that gives you a better picture of what you might be getting into should you decide to buy the vehicle. 

These Five Cars Are No Longer Depreciating

These Five Cars Are No Longer Depreciating

Depreciation is your friend when you buy used and almost any car you buy new is as certain as death to depreciate but there are some exceptions to the rule. There are a few modern luxury performance sports cars that are still fun to drive and no longer depreciating. Here are five.

 

Buying Guide Example: The 2014 Aston Martin Rapide

Buying Guide Example: The 2014 Aston Martin Rapide

The Aston Martin Rapide is somewhat of a conundrum.  So what is a Rapide or what is the Rapide? It’s a four-door sedan that is produced in limited numbers. Many find its understated elegance appealing and they wouldn’t be wrong.

The Synopsis: The Aston Martin Rapide, I Get It Now Because I Can Get It Now

The Synopsis: The Aston Martin Rapide, I Get It Now Because I Can Get It Now

The Aston Martin Rapide is somewhat of a conundrum.  What exactly is it? Since it is an Aston Martin if you’ve never seen one you likely suspect it should be a cool car.  If you’ve never witnessed one in person but have seen their more noted DB model you are probably thinking it’s got to be good looking. 

The Synopsis: Buying A Used Ferrari? 2012 Is The Year!

The Synopsis: Buying A Used Ferrari? 2012 Is The Year!

Most of the luxury auto brands selling pre-owned (used) vehicles have some sort of “certified” program. The vehicle sitting on the lot has either already been prepped or “certified” or you can get it “certified” for some incremental cost of the vehicle in question. Since Ferrari is “special” their certified programs entail both points previously mentioned meaning the car is certified and you must pay monies incremental to the sale price of the car. It’s more complicated than keeping up with all the Kardashian love interests but let me try to clarify.