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4 Used SUVs with Excellent Safety Features

When it comes to finding the perfect used SUV for your family, safety should always be a top priority. After all, you want to protect your loved ones during every journey. While buying a brand new, top-of-the-line vehicle may be out of the question for some families, purchasing a used one from Joe’s Auto Sales that offers state-of-the-art safety features is a great way to keep your family safe without breaking the bank. Keep reading to learn about our top four used SUVs with excellent safety features.

What’s that Noise? 4 Common Vehicle Issues

There’s nothing more worrisome than driving down the road and your vehicle starts to make a funny noise. But you get home and check under the hood to find nothing obvious or unusual. However, that doesn’t mean everything is fine. Here are four of the most common vehicle issues people hear before they make a service appointment with Joe’s Auto Sales.

3 Steps to Maintaining Your Used Truck

If you want to keep your used truck running properly, it’s important to follow a maintenance routine. Regular maintenance keeps your truck in great shape, catches minor damage before it turns into a major repair, and helps you get many years out of your investment. In addition to having your truck inspected annually by your mechanic, Joe’s Auto Sales recommends following these three steps to keep a well-maintained used truck.1. Change the Oil & FilterOil changes are essential if you want to avoid a host of problems with your truck’s engine. The primary role of oil is to lubricate and protect the engine. As oil runs through your truck’s engine, it picks up dirt and debris that could interfere with and prevent your engine from working in optimal condition. The oil is then filtered through the oil filter to remove any impurities. Changing the oil and filter regularly gives your … Continued

4 Ways to Improve Your Credit Score

Improving your credit score is possible with both hard work and commitment. While it won’t happen overnight, using a strategic approach can consistently raise your credit score and improve your credit opportunities. The team at Joe’s Auto Sales recommends following these four steps to improve your overall credit score.1. Make Payments on TimeOne of the first steps you should take is to begin paying all of your credit and monthly bills on time. Payment history influences credit scores negatively with missed or late payments, or positively with consistent payments made on time. Try not to miss a payment by more than 29 days, as bills that are 30 days late may show up on your credit history.2. Get Current on Past-Due AccountsAnother way to improve your credit score is to work on bringing all your past-due accounts current. Not only can this boost your credit score, but it can keep … Continued

Check These 5 Areas Before Buying a Used SUV

When purchasing a used SUV, you want to be sure you’re getting a quality vehicle that’s in good condition. While it’s difficult to spot every blemish or damaged part, there are certain areas you should check before signing on the dotted line. The team at Joe’s Auto Sales recommends reviewing these five areas of your potentially new-to-you SUV.1. Rusted BodyRust spots are typically easy but it’s always good to do a thorough check. Even a tiny bit of rust can eventually turn into a major eyesore. Walk around the vehicle, taking care to look underneath or behind hard-to-reach areas. You may be able to fix small patches of rust, but if there’s an area that needs professional attention, you may want to move on. 2. Damaged FrameProblems with the frame can be difficult to see unless you know what to look for. Check that the car is level while parked and … Continued

4 Items Lenders Consider When Approving Bad Credit Auto Loans

When applying for a loan at your local bank or financing company, it’s good to understand exactly what it is that lenders look for when approving auto loans. This is especially important for those who have bad credit. At Joe’s Auto Sales, we gladly work with individuals with not-so-stellar credit. In fact, it’s our specialty! Below is a list of four items that lenders consider when approving bad credit auto loans. 

Get Your Car Ready for Winter with These 5 Tips

Winter driving can make everyone a bit nervous from time to time. Even if you’ve been driving on snow-filled roads for years, it’s always good to be well-prepared. At Joe’s Auto Sales, we want you to be safe on these sometimes crazy winter roads and ready for that surprising storm that comes through while you’re traveling. Follow these five winter driving tips as you get your car ready for winter travel.

3 Benefits of Owning a Minivan

Minivans have always been known as family vehicles. They can seat up to seven or eight people and have plenty of storage space. Some individuals also like to own minivans for their adaptability. They can easily take out or fold-down seats to haul furniture, moving boxes, and other equipment. At Joe’s Auto Sales, we sell minivans to many people, such as growing families, couples who enjoy traveling, and business owners. If you’re considering the purchase of a minivan, check out three benefits of owning these spacious and flexible vehicles.

5 Factors That Can Affect Bad Credit Auto Loans

If you’re trying to improve your credit rating, you may feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and even a bit exasperated with the whole process. At Joe’s Auto Sales, we help customers who have bad credit but also want to help them improve their credit scores. Keep reading to learn about five different factors that can negatively affect your credit.

3 Safety Tips for Driving in Unfavorable Road Conditions

With the weather warming up, soon we’ll be enjoying beautiful flowers, spring rain, and melting snow. While spring does bring with it some bright sunshine, it can also bring with it slick roads and slippery streets. To help you stay safe during this time of year, Joe’s Auto Sales would like to provide you with some guidelines for driving in unfavorable road conditions.