Adventures of the Debt Daredevil: Car on Credit
by Scott Bilker
Car on Credit In his first mission, the Debt Daredevil takes on the evil used car salesman by helping his friend understand her financing options.
How is Your Automotive Aptitude? Take the Car Quiz!
by Craig Kimmel
Buying a car can be both exciting and intimidating. You land on the lot, looking to get behind the wheel of the shiny new SUV, convertible, sedan, sportscar you had seen in the flashy TV commercial.
New or used car?
by Gary Foreman
Gary, My partner and I are planning on purchasing a car. He would like a station wagon and wants to buy it second-hand. I prefer a brand new car. This is a fairly big purchase for us and I very much would like to know what you think.--Nancy
Lowering Vehicle Repair Costs
by Kyle Busch
The cost of vehicles and their related repairs are expensive. Although the tips provided in this article will not eliminate such expenses, they will help you to take control of vehicle repairs and thus lower their costs.
VW And Audi Need to Put the Pedal to the Metal Regarding Ignition Coils
by Craig Kimmel
I have a 2001 Passat and have had to bring the car in three times due to my ignition coils shorting out. My car is still in the shop, as the dealer is waiting for parts. I know the VW had identified this problem, but is there anything I can do?
Advanced Cash-Advance Techniques
by Scott Bilker
I have a 0% interest card and plenty of balance so it seems like a good idea. Problem is the seller is a private party. Obviously I can't use a convenience check or a cash advance or I'll blow the interest strategy. Is there a way to pay a private party so that it appears as a purchase on the card and not an advance? I have checked out PayPal but I'm not sure the seller is Internet active.
Higher Fuel Prices? Wheels That Will Keep You Rolling
by Kyle Busch
The cost of transportation can be expensive, and higher fuel prices do not help matters. The following vehicles have good ratings, and they will help to stretch your fuel dollars.
Make Payments For Son's Car
by Scott Bilker
My son purchased a car for $15,000 at a high rate of interest. He's been paying for 32 months and he still owes $11,000. He has just been laid off and to top it off the car has blown the engine. I would like to help him pay the loan off to keep his credit rating but would like to negotiate the amount down. What are the chances? Would he be better off to let it be repossessed? This would be to nobody's advantage. Please advise.
Smokin' Van: Options for that expensive car repair
by Kyle Busch
Have you ever been in the tough position of owning a vehicle that is not worth too much money but that needs an expensive repair? Maybe you have recently even dumped some pretty good change into the vehicle for items like new tires, a battery, a muffler, etc. And now it needs a major repair! You realize that...
Break Through the Mold and Protect Your Rights!
by Craig Kimmel
Dear Craig, Now that the winter is here and I've had to turn on my heater, I've been smelling a strange musty smell coming from my vents. Is this normal or is there cause for concern? My girlfriend thinks I should take it in for service but I don't think that it's serious. Your thoughts?
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