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3 Types of Trucks We Sell at Joe’s

At Joe’s Auto Sales, we sell a wide variety of vehicles, including affordably used pickup trucks. What you may not know is that we often have several types of trucks in our inventory, such as full-size, delivery, and heavy-duty trucks. The next time you’re looking for one of these vehicles, visit our used car sales lot in Indianapolis. Not only will you save money over purchasing a new truck, but you can also apply for a buy-here-pay-here auto loan if you’re currently trying to build your credit. 

How Can Buying a Used Vehicle from Joe’s Build My Credit Score?

Buying a vehicle when you have bad credit or no credit can be frustrating. You may be embarrassed to walk into a used car lot because you don’t want to explain once again your poor credit history to the salesman. While this can be a challenging process, it can also be the next step to helping you rebuild your credit score. With a buy here pay here loan from Joe’s Auto Sales, you can be on your way toward a higher credit score in no time.

5 Items You May Need When Buying a Used Motorcycle

Have you recently purchased a used motorcycle? While these freedom vehicles offer a ton of fun, they also need to be treated with respect. Protecting yourself from accidents and rainy or snowy weather becomes a priority when riding a motorcycle. If you haven’t considered purchasing protective elements for yourself, now is the time. The team at Joe’s Auto Sales highly recommends researching these five elements for a safe and enjoyable motorcycle journey.

3 Types of Vans We Sell at Joe’s Auto

Are you looking for a used van to purchase for your family or business? Vans offer many advantages that other vehicles simply cannot. With their passenger space, large storage capacity, and easily accessible interiors, you can see why used vans are a favorable choice over used cars. Joe’s Auto Sales in Indianapolis carries more than minivans in our inventory of used vehicles. Keep reading to learn more about the quality, low mileage vans at Joe’s.

Prepare Your Car for a Summer Road Trip with These 3 Tips

It’s that time of year! The sun is out, the weather has warmed up, and it’s time to plan for those exciting summer road trips. While you may be ready to hit the road, you need to make sure your car is ready too. The team at Joe’s Auto Sales recommends these three tips for a safe and enjoyable summer adventure.1. Conduct Regular MaintenanceTo make sure your car is running at optimal performance, and for less of a chance of a breakdown on the road, catch up on any necessary maintenance. You can either conduct these maintenance checks yourself or make an appointment at our service department with our expert auto technicians. Check and change the oil.Inspect the battery.Check tire pressure and tread condition.Check headlights, taillights, brake lights, and turn signals.Inspect the condition of the brakes.Check wipers and fill wiper fluid.2. Pack an Auto ToolkitWhile you can be as prepared as … Continued

What to Look For in a Buy Here, Pay Here Auto Loan

A buy here, pay here auto loan is designed to help you improve or repair damaged credit. For this reason, there are specific items to look for in a bad credit auto dealership when applying for a buy here, pay here loan. You’ll want to find a dealership that’s willing to work with you and proactively helps improve your overall credit score. With Joe’s Auto Sales, you will find this and more. Keep reading to learn more about our effective auto financing program.Bad Credit LoansOne of the first things you should find at a buy here, pay here auto dealership is financing for those with bad credit. At Joe’s, we do our best to offer quality, affordable vehicles for individuals with damaged credit, or no credit at all. We want to help you gain financial success in order to give you a more secure financial future.Reporting to Credit AgenciesWhen looking … Continued

3 Benefits of Buying a Used Truck from Joe’s Auto Sales

When you’re looking for a used truck, be sure to check out the online inventory at Joe’s Auto Sales. With a variety of makes and models that we add to our lot on a regular basis, you’ll be sure to find a truck that’s right for you. You’ll also experience these amazing benefits when you purchase a used truck through us.1. View Before You BuyThe Internet creates many advantages in today’s climate. One of those is the ability to search for a used truck in our online portal. Before you even step onto our lot, you can look through our inventory to see if there are any makes and models that catch your eye. We constantly update our website, making it easy for you to:Sort the used truck inventory according to make and model.View features including engine type, transmission, and more.See several detailed pictures, including interior and exterior.2. Apply for … Continued

Should I Buy a Domestic or Foreign Used Car?

For some, choosing between a foreign or domestic vehicle is not an important factor. For others, owning either a foreign vehicle or a domestic vehicle is just as important, if not more so, than low mileage, extravagant amenities, or high fuel-efficiency. At Joe’s Auto Sales, we feature both foreign and domestic vehicles in our sales lot. Let us help you make this important decision by briefly discussing the pros and cons of both types of vehicles.Domestic Vehicles – ProsThere are two top reasons those who prefer driving American-made used vehicles choose to do so:Affordable luxury – Domestic vehicles are known for offering higher-end value at a lower sales price.American-made – Americans like the idea of supporting their fellow workers by purchasing domestic cars.Domestic Vehicles – ConsWhen it comes to quality and reliability, domestic vehicles do not rank high on the list:Average ratings – Time and time again, domestic used cars have … Continued

Buy a Used Motorcycle by Following These 3 Helpful Tips

Shopping for a used motorcycle should be a fun and enjoyable process, not overwhelming and frustrating. The team at Joe’s Auto Sales in Indianapolis recommends following three helpful steps to make it as simple and straightforward as possible. Finding the right motorcycle for your specific situation is the most important part of shopping for a bike. With the steps below, you’ll soon be on your way to riding your newly purchased motorcycle.1. Do Your ResearchWhether this is your first bike or you’ve owned one for years, it’s always a good idea to do some research before shopping. What kind of motorcycle are you looking for? Are you planning to use it for long road trips or for commuting back and forth to work? There are several types of used motorcycles available for a wide variety of lifestyles. 2. Choose Your MotorcycleNow that you’ve completed your research, it’s time to settle on … Continued

What Is a Buy-Here, Pay-Here Auto Loan?

While you’ve probably heard about buy-here, pay-here auto loans, you may not know exactly how they work. Maybe you’re familiar with how they work, but you’re not sure if they’re a sound financial decision. Let the professionals at Joe’s Auto Sales help! We’ll explain what a buy-here, pay-here auto loan is, and how it can help you rebuild your credit.Car Dealer = Finance CompanyWhen you get a buy-here, pay-here loan, also known as a bad credit car loan, you are arranging an auto loan through the car dealership, which serves as the finance company. This is helpful because you don’t have to get a pre-approved loan from a separate finance company or bank. Financing isn’t guaranteed but typically, if you have an address and a steady income, you’ll most likely be approved.Quick and Easy ApprovalThe approval process at Joe’s is quick and easy. Other lenders in the Indianapolis area can … Continued