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Friday, June 11, 2010

NEW!! VillagePaysMore Referal Program

Scratch Our Jumbo Prize Card and Get FREE Cash Instantly! Simply Send Us Names and Numbers of Your Friends. When They Buy A Car From Us, You Are Guaranteed to be A Winner!

Dear Friend,Village Motors is at it again with amazing deals, and this time we are giving away FREE MONEY to you! All we want you to do is to tell your friends, co-workers, (and even the weird guy down the street) to buy their next car at Village Motors. And when they do, you are guaranteed to be our next big winner!
That’s right, whenever you refer a customer to us and they buy a car, you will be personally invited to our dealership to take a scratch at our JUMBO PRIZE CARD! Everybody is a winner. This means you are guaranteed to win!  
Hurry up and spread the word so you can claim your PRIZE CHECK before all the money is gone!

No Magic Required

Everyone knows someone who has suffered economically the past few years, and this puts a lot of people into a credit situation they may never have experienced before. Vehicle shoppers should know that no magic is required to get a car loan even when credit is tight. Instead, those who want to borrow money to buy a  vehicle “should continue to do their homework before heading to the dealer,” says AWARE, a nonprofit auto financing education group. 

The group, funded by the auto financing industry, says loans remain available for those who follow the proven routine. First, check your credit rating by obtaining your credit reports — for no charge — from www.annualcreditreport.com, a government-mandated site. Challenge errors on your reports, settle outstanding debts and build rationale for negative items. Obtaining your actual FICO score requires a payment at myfico.com. Quizzle.com offers a free score that is close but not identical to your FICO number. Next, determine how much you can afford as down and monthly payments. Finally, AWARE recommends shopping around for financing. To find the best deal, check with web sites like kbb.com, banks, credit unions, financing companies and auto dealers who have solid credit records.

Here at Village Motors we have developed our fresh start financing program specifically to help our friends and neighbors. We’ve taken an uncomfortable situation and made it as easy, private, and painless as possible. 

Here are a few more tips to keep in mind:

—Determine how much you can afford based upon your needs and financial situation, and stick to that amount. If you need help, use the Auto-Finance Calculator atwww.autofinancing101.org. 

—Know the difference between leasing and buying. While leasing typically provides lower monthly payments, you do not own the vehicle. You get to use it, but must return it at the end of the lease unless you choose to buy it at that time. 

—Research what vehicles in your price range meet your needs.

—Compare rates and financing terms from several different lending sources to find what best meets your needs.

—Become familiar with common vehicle financing terms. Learn more atwww.autofinancing101.org/resources/glossary.asp.

—Negotiate your finance arrangements and terms. Don’t hesitate to walk away from an offer that won’t work for you.

—Read the contract carefully and make sure all blanks are filled in before signing it.

—Once you’ve financed or leased a car, make your payments on time, as late or missed payments incur late fees and appear on your credit report, which can impact your ability to get credit in the future.

—If you experience financial difficulty, contact your creditor immediately. Repossession can occur if you fail to make timely payments. Vehicle finance companies want to work with you so you can fulfill your financing obligations and reclaim firm financial footing.

Village Motors Everyday Heroes

Village Motors is about more than just selling cars.  We care about helping people. We can never fully repay our Everyday Heroes, but we can help reward them for that little extra they give to the community. 

Here are a few of the benefits of our Everyday Heroes Program:

·         Available to all of the following Everyday Heroes—even those with Credit Challenges.

·         Reduced Down Payments - Qualify with as little as $0 down in many cases.

·         90-days to first payment through several participating lenders with approved credit.

·         Additional Vehicle Savings & Discounts on most vehicles. 

·         Extended Service Contract & GAP Insurance Savings from MSRP.

Our Village Motors family salutes you as you serve our communities!

“Those who say we are in a time when there are no heroes, they just don’t know where to look.”   - Ronald Reagan

Village Motors Salutes Our Everyday Heroes:

·    Military (All Branches)

·    Teachers & Educators

·    Firefighters & Law Enforcement

·    Foster & Adoptive Parents

·    Clergy & Church Volunteers

·    Single Parents

·    Healthcare Professionals

·    Farmers

·    Stay at Home Mom’s

·    Government Employees (City, State & Federal)

·    Social Workers

Ask for details.  If we have left off any group of Heroes, we apologize.  Please notify us and we will update the list. 

Our way of saying “Thank You!”

Friday, January 29, 2010

Village Motors Announces Toyota Buy-Back Program

- PUBLIC NOTICE -

In an unprecedented announcement, Village Motors of Conover  is offering to buy back any of the recent Toyota’s that were affected by the current recall. The offer will help alleviate the stress and confusion recently felt by Toyota owners. The Toyota Buy-Back Event provides an opportunity for consumers to get rid of their potentially unsafe vehicle in exchange for a nicer, newer, safer, Certified car.

“The buy-back program is a great opportunity for Toyota drivers and dealers alike,” stated Bruce Roffey, of Village Motors . “Since hearing about the recall, I’ve been speaking with our retail and distribution partners trying to find a solution. They’ve agreed to pay as much as $1,000.00 more than current book value for a vehicle as calculated by Black Book.

“The program is good for consumers because Village Motors is willing not just to buy back vehicles, but to pay much more than book value, said a representative of NARAD (National Alliance of Responsible Auto Dealers). Taking care of customers is how Village Motors stays number 1.”
If you’re the owner of a Toyota that’s been affected by the current recall and been putting off the purchase of a vehicle or have been waiting for the best time to buy, please call (828) 464-0626 to take advantage of this limited time offer. But act fast…this special Toyota Buy Back Event ends at 6:00 on February 9th or when the recall ends…whichever comes first.

Toyota Recall: What If It’s Your Car on the List?

If you own one of the more than 2.3 million vehicles that Toyota recalled last week, the automaker says you could safely continue to drive it, as long as you aren’t noticing any problems. To make matters even more confusing, most cars involved in this recall were already involved in an earlier, unrelated recall involving gas pedals sticking on floor mats.

Some of them among America’s most popular cars, and this week Toyota announced it will stop making those models while it works to find a fix for the problem.

If you think your car might be subject to the latest recall, here’s what you need to know. Which cars are involved? This specific recall affects Toyota’s 2009-2010 RAV4, Corolla and Matrix models; the 2005-2010 Avalon; 2010 Highlander; 2007-2010 Tundra and the 2008-2010 Sequoia; and some 2007-2010 Camrys (only those with gas pedal assemblies made by a specific Toyota supplier; your dealer can check). No Lexus or Scion models are involved.
What’s this recall for? Over time, gas pedals in some of the recalled cars become sticky. At first, they just become a little harder to push down and, when you lift your foot off the gas, slower to come back up. In the worst case, the pedal on these cars can become stuck part way down. That, of course, could mean the car keeps accelerating even after you take the foot off the gas.

How’s Toyota going to fix it? The automaker is still working on a solution, which will probably involve replacing all or part of the gas pedal assembly.

If there’s no solution yet, and the cars supposedly are safe to drive, why recall them now? Toyota says it just wants to make Toyota owners aware of the issue so that if they start having problems, they know what to do. Once Toyota finds a solution, drivers will be notified and asked to bring their car to a dealership for repair.

What if I notice problems? If your gas pedal starts to feel sticky, stop driving immediately, Toyota says. Pull over in a safe place, then call a dealer like and have them come get your car.

What if the gas pedal is really stuck? If it’s stuck part way down, applying the brakes should be enough to slow the car and bring it under control. Don’t pump the brakes, though. That will just weaken your power brakes. Instead, press and hold the brakes. Also, at the same time, you can shift the transmission into neutral, which will stop the engine from driving the wheels.

“It’s good to know what to do in cases like this no matter what type of car you drive”, said Bruce Roffey, Automotive and Transportation Expert with Village Motors, in Conover, NC. “Although even in cars affected by this recall, it’s a rare occurence”, he said, “it can happen in almost any car model as it gets older.”

What if I’m not having any problems… yet? Since the problem develops gradually over time, Toyota says, you should have plenty of warning before the pedal gets really sticky. If you’re concerned, take your car to a Toyota dealer and they can tell if your gas pedal is still OK. Remember, though, there is still no prescribed remedy.

Beyond the recall, why stop making and selling all these cars? Toyota says it wants to ensure the safety of its customers and restore confidence in their brand. While that may well be true, Toyota is also under a legal obligation to stop selling cars that are under a recall, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Since Toyota still hasn’t figured out a remedy for this problem, a Toyota spokesman said, they had to stop production until a fix could be found. Otherwise, Toyota would be filling dealer inventories with cars that needed to be fixed and couldn’t be sold until they were.

What’s all this about floor mats? This latest recall is unrelated to an earlier, and still ongoing, recall of 4.2 million cars to fix a problem in which the gas pedal could get hung up on the car’s floor mats. Most of the cars — 1.7 million of them — involved in this recall are also covered by that one.

What’s the remedy for the floor-mat problem? In that case, Toyota is altering the actual pedal itself to make it shorter and, therefore, less likely to get stuck on the lip of the mat. Toyota also is replacing the floor mats in some cars. In some Toyota and Lexus models, the automaker also is installing a “brake override” system, which immediately cuts engine power to the wheels when the brake pedal is pressed. In the meantime, Toyota is advising drivers who haven’t yet had their cars worked on to remove the floor mats.

What else is Toyota doing to prevent problems like this? Toyota says it is making “brake override” — a system that cuts engine power to the wheels as soon as the brake pedal is pressed — standard equipment on all of its cars.

Is there more Toyota could do? Some experts, including Bruce Roffey, (Automotive Expert with Village Motors in Conover, NC), have recently suggested that Toyota change how the “keyless start” system in its cars operates. In some Toyota and Lexus models, the driver can start or turn off the car without using the key by just pressing a button in the dashboard.

If one of those models were to start accelerating wildly, a driver could turn the engine off while still driving by pressing and holding that button for three seconds. But a panicked driver, especially one who wants to keep both hands on the steering wheel of his speeding car, is unlikely to do that. Instead, he’s more likely to press the button briefly but repeatedly. In a Nissan with keyless start, for instance, three presses like that would do the trick.

Consumer Reports suggests that Toyota alter how its keyless ignition works to match Nissan’s model. Toyota has not said it plans to do that.

Portions taken from a report written by Peter Valdes-Dapena and appearing on CNN Money.com

Used Car Dealer in Conover, NC sees Generation Y Baby Boomers as the Key; 

Young Car Buyers Go Used

Generation Y baby boomers hold the key to jump starting the automotive industry in the United States, according to a new survey from Deloitte. Bruce Roffey, Automotive Transportation and Finance Expert of Village Motors in Conover NC, agrees. “We’ve been serving and supporting families in the Catawba Valley since 1969. We’ve always looked to the youth as the future of not only our used car dealership, but also as the key to economic recovery in Catawba county. “ 

In collaboration with The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management at Michigan State University, the Deloitte survey indicates Gen Y consumers may have an increasingly positive view of everything from auto jobs to American-made vehicles. 

The survey, Gen Y: Making the Short List, reveals that perceptions of the auto industry may be improving. In last year’s Deloitte Gen Y survey, nearly 70 per cent of respondents were not interested in working in the automotive industry. In this year’s survey, only 50 per cent of Gen Y respondents said the idea of working in the US auto industry was not appealing, showing a significant change in perception year to year.

“A 20 point shift over a year may be indicative of a change in perception of the industry,” said Michelle Collins, vice chairman and US automotive sector leader, Deloitte.

“Among the list of challenges facing companies in the current economic environment, recruiting and retaining the best workers is vital to supporting growth initiatives today and in the future.”

Collins added that gen Y consumers may also be taking the value proposition of used cars versus new cars a lot more seriously. According to the survey, approximately 63 per cent of Gen Y respondents believe used cars are a greater value than new cars and they’re more than three times as likely to purchase used cars over new.

“Generation Y is typically a group that thinks ‘newer is better,’ but as the economy is slow to recover and jobs are hard to find, this generation may help reshape the car buying process,” said Collins.
Roffey said that Generation Y has turned out to be smarter than anyone has given them credit for. “Experts in both the automotive and the automotive finance industries (such as Dave Ramsey and Suzie Orman, to name a few) have been preaching about the savings of pre-owned cars as opposed to new cars for many years.  Simply put, the young folks have it right…used cars are a much better bargain. Always have been and always will be.” 

Another theme emerging from the survey results is that the Gen Y respondents are “particularly loyal to brand and country when it comes to automobiles. The survey showed that the “Made in the USA” label still carries a lot of weight. More than 50 per cent of Gen Y respondents stated it’s important that the vehicle be manufactured in an American factory regardless of the brand. Additionally, nearly half (42 per cent) of respondents reported they expect to be driving the same vehicle brand in five years.

Used Car Dealer in Conover, NC sees Generation Y Baby Boomers as the Key; 

Young Car Buyers Go Used

Generation Y baby boomers hold the key to jump starting the automotive industry in the United States, according to a new survey from Deloitte. Bruce Roffey, Automotive Transportation and Finance Expert of Village Motors in Conover NC, agrees. “We’ve been serving and supporting families in the Catawba Valley since 1969. We’ve always looked to the youth as the future of not only our used car dealership, but also as the key to economic recovery in Catawba county. “ 

In collaboration with The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management at Michigan State University, the Deloitte survey indicates Gen Y consumers may have an increasingly positive view of everything from auto jobs to American-made vehicles. 

The survey, Gen Y: Making the Short List, reveals that perceptions of the auto industry may be improving. In last year’s Deloitte Gen Y survey, nearly 70 per cent of respondents were not interested in working in the automotive industry. In this year’s survey, only 50 per cent of Gen Y respondents said the idea of working in the US auto industry was not appealing, showing a significant change in perception year to year.

“A 20 point shift over a year may be indicative of a change in perception of the industry,” said Michelle Collins, vice chairman and US automotive sector leader, Deloitte.

“Among the list of challenges facing companies in the current economic environment, recruiting and retaining the best workers is vital to supporting growth initiatives today and in the future.”

Collins added that gen Y consumers may also be taking the value proposition of used cars versus new cars a lot more seriously. According to the survey, approximately 63 per cent of Gen Y respondents believe used cars are a greater value than new cars and they’re more than three times as likely to purchase used cars over new.

“Generation Y is typically a group that thinks ‘newer is better,’ but as the economy is slow to recover and jobs are hard to find, this generation may help reshape the car buying process,” said Collins.
Roffey said that Generation Y has turned out to be smarter than anyone has given them credit for. “Experts in both the automotive and the automotive finance industries (such as Dave Ramsey and Suzie Orman, to name a few) have been preaching about the savings of pre-owned cars as opposed to new cars for many years.  Simply put, the young folks have it right…used cars are a much better bargain. Always have been and always will be.” 

Another theme emerging from the survey results is that the Gen Y respondents are “particularly loyal to brand and country when it comes to automobiles. The survey showed that the “Made in the USA” label still carries a lot of weight. More than 50 per cent of Gen Y respondents stated it’s important that the vehicle be manufactured in an American factory regardless of the brand. Additionally, nearly half (42 per cent) of respondents reported they expect to be driving the same vehicle brand in five years.

Huge Benefits Buying Used Luxury Cars!

As a result of improved vehicle technology, computer aided design, and improved materials, used car buying has become increasingly popular in the past several years. This is especially true in the luxury car market. Luxury cars hold their value in terms of performance and styling even more today than they ever have in the past. Here we’ll take a look at some things to consider when buying a luxury car.

Value:

Some people have the perception that buying a used car just means buying someone else’s troubles. While this might be true in rare cases, it’s certainly not the norm of the 40 million used cars purchased every year. The majority of used luxury cars available are lease returns and those who simply enjoy buying a new luxury car every few years.

While used luxury cars retain their value much more than standard vehicles, a several-year-old used luxury vehicle can sell for 30% – 60% less than it did new. 

Buyers of new cars pay a steep premium just to enjoy first ownership but the moment the car is driven off the lot and becomes a “used car,” the value decreases. In two years, the owner of that same vehicle will in essence be driving a used car but still making  payments on a new vehicle.

Buying a used luxury car also allows you to get more options for less money. For the same price as a new stripped down model, you can buy a used luxury vehicle with accessories like built in TV’s, surround sound stereo, or a GPS system.

Less Risk:
When a new vehicle enters the market, it hasn’t undergone real consumer road testing. Often, it isn’t until many people are using the car daily that an assembly line mechanical problem surfaces or drivers realize an irritation like that the trunk space is not adequate for an average family’s needs. By researching used luxury vehicles online you can uncover a wealth of performance reviews and real-world commentary from everyday drivers.

In addition to performance reviews, crash statistics for a used luxury vehicle are better understood than that of a new vehicle. Before a new vehicle is released, it has normally only undergone a series of controlled crash tests. It isn’t until 1-3 years after a vehicle is released that there is enough information available to discern how a vehicle will perform in a real world crash.

To minimize the risks of buying a used luxury vehicle, obtain a vehicle history report. Vehicle History reporting services  run a query on the vehicle identification number of a vehicle, compiling any information about reported accidents, thefts, vandalisms, etc. Most dealerships will offer a vehicle history report at no charge.

Warranty:
Because cars have improved so much in recent years, used car warranties can rival that of a new car warranty depending on the warranty company. Used luxury car warranties can cover up to 5 years and 125,000 miles. Depending on the year of the used luxury vehicle purchased, this can extend longer than the original warranty.

Be sure to check the standard warranty of the car dealership selling the car. Some offer a warranty of just a few days, most give a 30 day standard warranty. Consider the length of the standard warranty a testament to the amount of belief the seller has in the quality of the cars being sold on its lot. Those that have a rigorous selection process often have a longer and more inclusive standard warranty.

Buying a used luxury vehicle is a wise choice for many car owners. There are many people who only choose to purchase used luxury cars because it’s such a smart decision overall. With the advanced search capabilities of today’s internet, finding a used luxury car that matches your lifestyle, budget, and personality can be fast and fun.

Bruce Roffey is an automotive financial expert and has spent the last 20 years trying to improve the bruised reputation of the car business. If you are looking for more information on used cars in NC, Bruce’s websites include:

www.villagemotors.com

www.usedcarsnc.net

www.bruceroffey.com

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Huge Benefits Buying Used Luxury Cars!

As a result of improved vehicle technology, computer aided design, and improved materials, used car buying has become increasingly popular in the past several years. This is especially true in the luxury car market. Luxury cars hold their value in terms of performance and styling even more today than they ever have in the past. Here we’ll take a look at some things to consider when buying a luxury car.

Value:

Some people have the perception that buying a used car just means buying someone else’s troubles. While this might be true in rare cases, it’s certainly not the norm of the 40 million used cars purchased every year. The majority of used luxury cars available are lease returns and those who simply enjoy buying a new luxury car every few years.

While used luxury cars retain their value much more than standard vehicles, a several-year-old used luxury vehicle can sell for 30% – 60% less than it did new. 

Buyers of new cars pay a steep premium just to enjoy first ownership but the moment the car is driven off the lot and becomes a “used car,” the value decreases. In two years, the owner of that same vehicle will in essence be driving a used car but still making  payments on a new vehicle.

Buying a used luxury car also allows you to get more options for less money. For the same price as a new stripped down model, you can buy a used luxury vehicle with accessories like built in TV’s, surround sound stereo, or a GPS system.

Less Risk:
When a new vehicle enters the market, it hasn’t undergone real consumer road testing. Often, it isn’t until many people are using the car daily that an assembly line mechanical problem surfaces or drivers realize an irritation like that the trunk space is not adequate for an average family’s needs. By researching used luxury vehicles online you can uncover a wealth of performance reviews and real-world commentary from everyday drivers.

In addition to performance reviews, crash statistics for a used luxury vehicle are better understood than that of a new vehicle. Before a new vehicle is released, it has normally only undergone a series of controlled crash tests. It isn’t until 1-3 years after a vehicle is released that there is enough information available to discern how a vehicle will perform in a real world crash.

To minimize the risks of buying a used luxury vehicle, obtain a vehicle history report. Vehicle History reporting services  run a query on the vehicle identification number of a vehicle, compiling any information about reported accidents, thefts, vandalisms, etc. Most dealerships will offer a vehicle history report at no charge.

Warranty:
Because cars have improved so much in recent years, used car warranties can rival that of a new car warranty depending on the warranty company. Used luxury car warranties can cover up to 5 years and 125,000 miles. Depending on the year of the used luxury vehicle purchased, this can extend longer than the original warranty.

Be sure to check the standard warranty of the car dealership selling the car. Some offer a warranty of just a few days, most give a 30 day standard warranty. Consider the length of the standard warranty a testament to the amount of belief the seller has in the quality of the cars being sold on its lot. Those that have a rigorous selection process often have a longer and more inclusive standard warranty.

Buying a used luxury vehicle is a wise choice for many car owners. There are many people who only choose to purchase used luxury cars because it’s such a smart decision overall. With the advanced search capabilities of today’s internet, finding a used luxury car that matches your lifestyle, budget, and personality can be fast and fun.

Bruce Roffey is an automotive financial expert and has spent the last 20 years trying to improve the bruised reputation of the car business. If you are looking for more information on used cars in NC, Bruce’s websites include:

www.villagemotors.com

www.usedcarsnc.net

www.bruceroffey.com