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Buying a car for half the price or a fraction of the price is a deal that is too hard to pass up, especially in these trying financial times in which we live today. But it can prove disastrous if your previously owned vehicle suddenly stops working on you or will be too expensive to repair. Sometimes even costing you more than you paid for the car in the first place.

I have bought several used cars in Ottawa myself and I know just how frustrating it can be to end up with a lemon and spend all your money on repairs, but this doesn’t have to be the case. As a matter of fact there are a lot of reliable, dependable used cars. The trick is finding one. Well here are a few tips on selecting a good car.

When selecting a previously owned vehicle, think about the size of your family and the activities the car will be used for, like driving to work, taking your children to school and so forth. Do not limit yourself to a specific make and model, instead look for a car that has been maintained well and is in good shape. Try to find a car that is easy to service. Just a side note: if a car is over ten years old, parts for it may be difficult to obtain.

If you are on a limited budget, try to avoid luxury or imported speciality cars because the parts and service will no doubt be more expensive. Even though they may be reliable, they can also be very expensive to own. Not always, but generally it is good to avoid cars that have extremely high mileage. In most cases, it is less expensive to buy a car in good shape than it is to buy a car in bad shape and fix it up.

Check the car thoroughly before you buy it. Try not to go looking for a car in the night or when it raining. Walk around the car. Inspect the interior and exterior. Have they been maintained? Did the previous owner take pride in their vehicle? If it has been neglected you might want to continue looking.

Test-drive the car. Accelerate the car up to highway speed on a test-drive. Make sure that you stop and go on hilly roads as well as level streets.

Engine: Does the engine start well? Is the exhaust free of lots of smoke? Does the engine run well? Does it idle smoothly? Is the engine free of noises? Does the engine have power for good acceleration? If no. The engine may need tune-up work or more serious repairs, which may indicate a worn engine. Be cautious if the seller says that it just needs a tune-up because this should have been a part of the regular maintenance of the used car in Ottawa.

Transmission: Does the automatic transmission slip or not engage when put into gear? Does it fail to shift smoothly? Any grinding noises in the gears? If yes. The transmission may need repair.

Brakes and suspension: Does the car pull to one side when you drive or brake? Does the car vibrate at certain speeds or when you brake? Are there noises when you brake or turn or drive over bumps? If yes. The car may need brake or suspension work.

Look underneath the car and wear clothes that will allow you to do so.

Check the body for rust. Avoid cars that have it. When the body is rusting, it is generally too expensive to repair them completely. Fender rust can be cosmetic but usually is a sign that structural areas also have rust. Look underneath the car for rust.

If you are looking for a quality used cars in Ottawa, Import Motors is a premier used car dealer in Ottawa, boasting a huge inventory of used cars, trucks and SUV’s. Visit us today!

If you are in the used car buying market, chances are good that you have been very careful about looking around at what used cars in Ottawa are currently on the market. You may have even drawn up a budget in order to determine what kind of used car you can really afford to buy. No matter what kind of used car you’re in the market for, we  are here to help you get the best rates and used car packages for your needs.

Here are 3 things we think you need to do before you buy a used car in Kanata :

Make a list

Make a list – and check it twice – of all of the things that you need and want from your used car in Rockland. This list should include the things that you can’t compromise on, such as space, reliability, and features that you definitely need. The list can also include those things that are wants, such as leather, a sunroof, GPS system, and more. By having this list in hand, you’ll be able to make a better assessment when looking over available used cars in order to determine what cars suit the items on your list.

Develop a budget

Having a used car buying budget is important. When you have a budget, you know that the used cars you look at will need to fall within that budget. Then, when you go to buy a used car, you can be certain that the used car you end up buying actually suits you budget.

Making a practical budget can be challenging for everyone – especially when it’s tough to predict what will happen in the future with your job and the economy. Our financial experts are standing by to help you develop your budget and come up with a financial plan that will make it possible for you to easily afford to buy your car, so fill out our online credit application.

Inspect the car

When buying a used car , it is essential that you inspect the used car. During your inspection, it is important that you not only take a look at the exterior and overall look of the car, but you’ll also want to look at the engine and structure of the car. We also offer a warranty to cover issues that happen down the road!

Contact Import Motors, your used car dealer in Ottawa today to learn more about our used cars or to get started with your search today!

Are you in the market for a used car in Ottawa but aren’t sure where to begin with your used car search? Many of our customers have not been in the used car market for several years, which means that they may not be up-to-date with some of the information that is out there regarding used cars. These days, you may be surprised by the features and options that come available on many used cars that may not have been available when you were last in the used car market.

Here are 3 tips to help you make the right decisions when buying used cars in Rockland – no matter how long it has been since you last bought a used car:

Research financing options

Many of our customers are aware that there are financing options that are available for some used car customers. However, they often believe that these options will not apply to them either because they have bad credit or simply don’t know about what the options entail. We’re happy to let all of our customers know that we provide financing opportunities for all of our customers, including those customers with good and bad credit. There are many financing options that our customers may also be able to take advantage of, such as used car loans in Ottawa, trade-in opportunities, and special programs. Contact us for details.

Research the market

Especially if it has been awhile since you last bought a car, it’s important that you take time to research which options are available in the marketplace. These options will help you to determine what features come with used cars, how you can best use those used cars for your specific needs, and more. Contact us to test drive any of the used cars on your short-list or visit our online inventory to get a good overview of what used cars are currently available and of the features included in those used cars.

Always get a warranty

Many of our customers are surprised when we encourage them to get warranties on their used cars in Brockville. They think that if a car is used, it is ineligible for a warranty. However, thanks to our warranty department, all of our customers should get warranties for their used cars that will maximize their peace of mind.

At Import Motors we look forward to helping you get the right used car for your needs – and making sure that you know what is available. Contact us today at www.autoloanottawa.com  to get started with your used car search!

When you buy a used car in Ottawa, chances are good that you are looking for the best rate on the used car. What’s more: you may also be looking for ways to save even more money once you actually own the used car. Here are a few ways to save money when you buy a used car that you may enjoy:

Lower taxes and insurance

When you buy a used car in Kanata, you will have lower taxes and insurance than you would have if you were to buy a new car. Therefore, when you buy a used car, your insurance and taxes will cost less for the life of the car. Depending on where you live and your driving record, this can save you a significant amount of money over the life of the car for years to come.

Special rates

When you work with our dealership to buy your used car, you can not only get amazing rates on your used car purchase, but we also are always on the lookout for programs that may help our customers to save even more money. These special programs may help to lower your annual interest rate on a car loan or they may help to offer cash back on your used car when you buy it from us. Remember: you can also save money when you buy a used car from us if you trade in a vehicle that you currently own.

Lower repair costs

Often, customers that need to make repairs on older model cars can get better repair and service rates. This is because you can often find the materials you’re looking for at better rates from a used car. For example, if you need to repair the hood of your used car because you have scratched it, you can often find a used car hood that matches your car’s color. The cost of a used hood is generally cheaper than the cost of a new hood.

We are always looking for new ways to help our customers get the best possible financial arrangements that will make it easy for them to buy the right used cars in Ottawa for their needs. If you are looking for ways to save money by buying a used car, take time to look over the used cars in our inventory and get in touch with Import Motors at www.autoloanottawa.com  to find out more about our used car financing programs. We look forward to working with you!

Happy New Year to all of our customers from the Import Motors team.  We wish you and your family all the best in the coming year, and look forward to serving you in 2011.

In this modern technology age, we have found that an increasing number of our customers have turned to our Web site to learn more about the cars that we have in our used car in Ottawa lot and about the services that we offer through our dealership. We are proud of our Web site and would like to take a moment to tell you more about the features that you’ll find on it that may help you to find and buy the right used car for you:

Inventory Search

One of the most popular sections on our Web site is our used car inventory search feature. We frequently upload photos and details about our used cars in order to make it possible for our customers to shop for their used cars online from the comfort of their homes. We maintain this inventory regularly, but we also encourage customers to call if there is a particular car that they want but do not see in the inventory. After all, you never know when a new used car has just rolled onto the lot and might be waiting for you!

Financing

If you will need financing for your used car in Kanata purchase, then you can get started online. Our safe and secure online credit application makes it easy for you to apply for financing from the comfort of your home or office. Simply complete the credit application and submit it. One of our lending agents will then review your application and contact you for more information. This is one of the best and simplest ways to get started shopping for a used car because you’ll quickly find out how much of a loan you are eligible to receive.

Warranty

We offer a warranty with all of our used cars. Information about this warranty can be found online so that you can learn more about the features you’ll get whenever you need to.

Specials

We are proud to offer regular special rates and programs on our used cars in Nepean. These specials and rates may include low interest rates, zero percent down payments, special features with the purchase of a used car, and more. We list these specials on our Web site, so check back frequently to see if there is a special that you are interested in.

Contact Import Motors today at www.autoloanottawa.com  for more information about how to use our Web site or to schedule an appointment to test drive a used car of your choice.

For many people, buying a used car is a scary thing. There are so many car options, financing options, and variables out there that it can easily become overwhelming for the average person to feel confident in the buying decision that they are about to make. Regardless of your used car buying experience, at Import Motors we encourage you to start your used car purchase with a trip to our lot.

By stopping by the dealership first to discuss your options and opportunities, your dealer can not only provide you information about financing, but can also help you find the right car for your needs. Here are a few ways that your dealer might help to make the used car buying process easier than you’ve even imagined.

Reliability

While we’d all like to think that every car we buy will last for decades without needing repair or service, the reality is that used cars in Ottawa and new cars are tools that are built on engines and parts that will inevitably wear down. Even the best built cars will need to be serviced, have parts replaced, and upgraded from time to time. However, not all cars need service on the same schedule.

Your dealer will be able to show you which cars are most likely to require the most or least amount of service in the coming years. By being able to predict the service that your car will need, you’ll be able to predict the true cost of owning your car with a greater degree of accuracy.

Cost of Ownership

Owning a car is not only expensive if you need service, but it can also be costly to maintain. For example, it’s obvious for many people that SUVs are more expensive to operate than smaller coupes simply because of the gas they guzzle. There are other considerations that you may want to think about as well. A dealer can help you take a look at all aspects of a car to decide which options are the best for you.

Options

Buying a used car  in Ottawa doesn’t mean that you have only one type of car available to you. When you speak with a dealer, your dealer can show you a variety of options that will not only cost different amounts to buy, but that will cost different amounts to operate and will have different resale values.

No matter what kind of used car you’d like to buy or what your budget is, start your used car buying search by speaking with a dealer in order to save money and get the best option for you. 

At Import Motors we can help, contact us today at www.bestusedcarsottawa.com  for guaranteed car loan approvals regardless of past credit issues, and a huge inventory of used cars in Ottawa and trucks to suit both your lifestyle and your budget.

The days when it was impossible to find good, reliable used cars in Brockville are over. Good used cars are not only easy to find, but they are easy to find in one location: our dealership. In addition to the high quality of the used cars that we offer at our dealership, we also offer a huge array of services that can help you to own and make the best of your used car.

Here are a few things that we want you to know about why buying a used car from Import Motors, used cars Ottawa is not only easy, but also helps to ensure that your used car is in top condition:

Inspection

First and foremost, we completely inspect every used car in Ottawa that we put on our lot. This inspection is important to us, just as it should be to you. During the inspection, we will make sure that the used car is in the best possible condition – both from the engine as well as the integrity of the structure of the used car.

Warranty

After we inspect the car and are satisfied that it is in the best condition possible, we offer a warranty with each used car in Brockville. This warranty will cover many service-related issues and may cover many repairs that could be required on the used car. Most importantly, this warranty gives our customers peace of mind knowing that they will have support after they buy their used car. We’re dedicated to developing long-lasting relationships with our customers, which are helped by this warranty program.

Financing

We offer competitive and easy to afford financing solutions to our customers when they buy used cars from us. Many of our customers take advantage of these car loan options, as they are designed to make affording used cars easier than ever.

Variety

We love having a huge variety of used cars available on our lot. Our used car variety is so extensive that our customers nearly always find exactly the type of car they are looking for when they step into our lot. You can browse this variety on our lot in person or you can view our selected in our online inventory to get a better idea of what options we currently have in stock.

Buying a good used car in Brockville is easier and more reliable than ever when you work with our dealership. Contact Import Motors today at www.bestusedcarsottawa.com  for more information or to get started with your used car search process today!

If you are in the market for a used car in Ottawa, then chances are good that you are already thinking about how you are going to be able to buy the right used car for your needs and actually afford to pay for it. Regardless of whether your car is new or used, cars are a serious investment that can be challenging to pay for if you do not get the right payment plan in place.

In order to help our customers afford to buy the right used cars for their needs and budget, Import Motors have developed several different financial plans that can reduce the price of the used car, help customers get low monthly loan repayment amounts, and afford to buy the best used car that their budgets will allow. Here are three of the most popular options that our customers can take advantage of in order to save money off the cost of their used cars in Ottawa:

Loan

We are proud to offer all of our customers a used car loan that will lower the price of the used car. When our customers select the loan option, they can be sure that they are getting a loan with a competitive interest rate that will suit their budget for years to come. Our lenders work hard to provide each customer with several different loan options so that our customers can select the options that are best for their specific needs. Ultimately, it is up to our customers to select the final option that suits their preferences the best.

To apply for a loan, simply complete the credit application that is available on our Web site or visit us in person to speak with a lender.

Trade-in

Our trade-in program helps our customers save as much money as possible off of the purchase of their used cars because we accept trade-ins that decrease the value of the used car by the value of the trade in. Many of our customers take advantage of our trade-in program as an excellent way to save a significant amount of money.

Specials

We offer our customers special deals and programs. Our deals change based on a variety of factors, but may include cash back, low down payments, or low interest rates.

Contact your used car dealer in Ottawa, Import Motors today at www.bestusedcarsottawa.com  information about our car financing options or to get started looking for the right car for your needs.

Are you in the market for a used car in Ottawa but just don’t know where to begin with your search? If so, then you’re not alone. Many of our customers come to us knowing that they would like to buy a used car, but not knowing much about the used car that are available. After all, if you make wise car-buying decisions, you only have to buy a car every few years – so how could you possibly know exactly what’s available if you haven’t bought a used car lately?

We look forward to helping all of our customers make the best decisions for their long and short-term needs. Buying a used car in Ottawa is a fun experience that can help to ensure that you have the right vehicle for your needs, budget, preferences and more for years to come. Here are a few tips that we have put together to help you find the right used car for your needs:

Look around

Before you begin your used  car buying search, we recommend that you stop by Import Motors to take a look at the technology and features that are currently available. You may be surprised by how far technology has come in the few short years between now and the last time you had to buy a new vehicle. Once you understand what options may be available to you, we recommend that you make a list of your wants and needs.

Determine wants

Wants are those extra things that you can live without, but that may greatly enhance your life or driving experience. A want might be a SIRIUS satellite radio or an iPod connection. Make a list of all of the wants that you’d like to have – but be sure that they are wants and not needs.

Determine needs

Needs are those things that you definitely need to have on your new used car. Whether you need space for a certain number of chilren, or the family pet!

Once you determine your wants and needs and feel confident with the options and features that are available on the market, contact us at www.bestusedcarsottawa.com  for more information about our used cars in Ottawa or to get started with your search!