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11 Steps To Becoming A Super-Power Car Buyer; Part 2

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Step #1 (of 11 Steps To Becoming A Super-Power Car Buyer): Ask Yourself If You Should Buy New Or Used?

Most people think the answer to this question is obvious – NEW.

But most of those people haven’t spent any time thinking about the actual pros and cons of each.

Many people believe you should only buy used if you can’t afford to buy a new car, but that logic is completely flawed.

Let me explain…

Have you heard all of those recent TV and Radio campaigns for all these amazing deals, huge rebates, low financing and ridiculous incentives on new vehicles? Of course you have. Who hasn’t. They’re everywhere!

Because of these aggressive campaigns and extremely attractive sale opportunities, the number of new cars, trucks and SUV’s sold by automakers since Cash For Clunkers is growing at a record pace.

What does this mean to you and me?

Good question.

It means that there has never been a better time to consider the merits of a used car instead of a new one.

Why??

Because, until a couple of years ago, all of these new car buyers have created an overabundance of used cars – by turning in leases and trading in recently purchased vehicles…which gives you, the used-car shopper, a mega-amount of choices of quality, low mileage vehicles.

Plus, the flood of people that bought all those new vehicles during the original Cash For Clunkers have started to trade-in those cars and has made the used car market ripe for the pickin’.

See…the used car market is somewhat depressed, which means the prices are lower than normal.

This is not good for your new-car buyer friends who are trying to get maximum money for their two and three year old trade-ins, but it’s great for the smart shopper like you who knows the insider information about buying used cars at depressed market prices.

You are the one who scores. You are the one who will save money.

Why would a used car dealer tell you this, let alone put it in writing?

Because I am in the best position ever to offer you an amazing, high-quality, pre-owned vehicle for a price and a payment that’s unheard of.

Plus, because so many new car buyers are trading in their cars so quickly to get jammed into another, most of these vehicles come with the peace of mind of it being top-quality and barely used.

What really matters is having a car you truly love and adore that is dependable and affordable.

If your budget is at its max, then buying a used car makes sense. It is the only way to get the most vehicle for the least amount of money.

How many new cars do you know of that list for under $10,000?

We both know what kind of car that buys. Not much. A strip-o model. That’s car talk for a car that has no features.

Manual transmission, no A/C, you can forget safety features and definitely no luxury accommodations.

What fun is that?

Michelle Krebs of Cars.com writes, “For less than half the price of the average new car, you can buy a 3- or 4-year-old used vehicle that is larger and loaded with more features than the small, bare-bones new one.”

Now we’re talking.

But I’m not going to be one sided here. Buying a used vehicle has its drawbacks.

You are not the first owner of the vehicle so you don’t know where and how it was driven or how it was cared for.

Was the scheduled maintained performed?

You may or may not know.

Many say that a used vehicle will require maintenance and possibly expensive repairs sooner than a new one, and these repairs may or may not be covered by a warranty depending on the vehicle you buy.

One state Independent Automobile Dealers Association web site states, “All automobiles require upkeep, so factor in some amount for repairs. A good rule of thumb: Multiply the number of miles you expect to drive a month by 38 cents; the amount of money you should set aside a month to cover operating costs and maintenance on a car in addition to your car payment and insurance.”

Operating costs include everything from repairs and routine maintenance – like oil changes – to gas, car washes, and air fresheners.

In the next post, I’ll share with you Step #2: The pros and cons of buying both new and used.

To read part one of this article, please click HERE.

 
About Frank Myers Auto Maxx

The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.  For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com

CONTACT

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html

Used Ford F-150 Recall Affects 150k; Winston Salem Used Car Dealer Offers To Facilitate

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Government pressure has caused Ford Motor Company to recall nearly 150,000 F-150 trucks to fix air bags that could deploy without warning. This number is a fraction of the vehicles the government says should be called back and repaired.

Used Ford F-150 trucks from the model years 2005-2006 are being issued the recall for what the Dearborn, Mich., company calls a “relatively low risk” of the air bag deploying inadvertently.

Ford has been urged by the government to recall 1.3 million F-150s from the 2004-2006 model years. They cite 98 injuries from air bags deploying accidentally. Ford’s F-Series pickup trucks are the best-selling vehicle in America and that’s one of the reasons the recall is being closely watched.

Tracy Myers, owner of Winston-Salem, NC used car dealership Frank Myers Auto Maxx, said: “With the spectacular vehicles that Ford has been making over the past few years, their massive recall on their F-150 trucks have stunned America. While I’m sure that lots of used Ford truck owners that live in Winston Salem are concerned with the recall, it is my understanding that Ford is working to get this problem under control. I want to reassure our customers that are Ford truck drivers that we are committed to seeing them through this unfortunate situation. As part of that commitment, we are providing free inspections on any Ford F150 that will end on March 27th.”

Detailed information and answers to questions are available to customers at the Frank Myers Car Care Center at (336) 831-0656, visit their website at https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html or read their blog at https://www.winstonsalemusedcars.com

About Frank Myers Auto Maxx

The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.  For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com

CONTACT

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html

Tracy Myers Speaking At Extreme Business Makeover 2011 In Orlando, Florida

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Car dealership owner, best selling author, speaker and entrepreneur Tracy Myers has been asked to speak at the 2011 Extreme Business Makeovers event in Orlando, Florida.  Myers will be helping other business owners understand how to be a “Game Changer”…regardless of their industry.

The Extreme Business Makeover (or XBM, for short) will be a fun and powerful event designed to help people create serious growth in their business and serious satisfaction in their lives!

Thom Scott, creator of the XBM Experience, combines the best expert faculty, the greatest audience and a learning environment designed to accomplish 3 primary objectives to transform your business and help people accomplish their life goals. They are: Uncover Hidden Assets, Overcome Weaknesses and Creating an Action Plan.

“There are dozens of reasons you need to be at Extreme Business Makeovers 2011,” said Myers. “Whether your business needs a complete turnaround or even if you just need a few tweaks here and there to help you be more competitive and get ahead. Beyond the information you’ll learn, Extreme Business Makeovers will give you the FOCUS, MOMENTUM and CONNECTIONS you need to create the changes and growth you deserve to experience! I’m excited to be there and, if there is only one event that you attend next year, make sure it’s this one!”

For more information about XBM 2011 or to register, please visit https://www.extremebusinessmakeovers.com/

About Tracy Myers

Tracy is a car dealership owner, author, speaker and entrepreneur.  He recently celebrated the opening of his newest business, The Celebrity Academy in Charlotte, NC.  The Academy teaches professionals, entrepreneurs and business owners how to get noticed, gain instant credibility, make millions and dominate their competition by building their celebrity expert status.   

Following these principles have helped Tracy gain enormous success at his own dealership, Frank Myers Auto Maxx.  It was recently recognized as the number One Small Businesses in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the top three dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal and one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine.  

Tracy graduated from the Certified Master Dealer program at Northwood University and was the youngest person to receive the National Quality Dealer Of The Year award, which is the highest obtainable honor in the used car industry.

He has provided guest commentary on the FOX Business Network and has also been featured on NBC, ABC, CBS & FOX affiliates across the country. He has appeared on stages from North Carolina to San Francisco and is the author of several books, including: Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer and YOU Are The Brand, Stupid!  

Tracy and his wife Lorna have made their home in Lewisville, NC with their 2 children Maddie and Presley. He is a self-proclaimed Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”.

Contact Information

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 North Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE#: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com
SERVICE PHONE #: 866-629-7585
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html

11 Steps To Becoming A Super-Power Car Buyer

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So you’re in the market to buy a new car – are you? This can be quite a stressful time for many people.

Car expert Donna Kane from Hyundai Motors America says, “Buying a car doesn’t have to be so traumatic. By doing a little homework, the overwhelming process of purchasing a car – and actually getting the one you want at a good price – can become much less stressful.”

You see, the real secret to making the car buying process an easy, stress free and fun event is all in the initial research you do before you ever step foot on a car lot.

Have A Plan When Shopping For A Used Car

Many people believe that when the time comes to buy a car they have to start randomly hitting car dealerships, wandering aimlessly with no plan of attack.

That is NOT a smart strategy.

But you would be surprised at how many people use this exact method. This is probably why so many people feel stress and anxiety when buying a car.

As with anything in life, you are always the most uneasy and stressed-out by the things you are not prepared to do. Most of us feel uneasy about being in situations we are not prepared to handle.

This is precisely why I am giving you this information. I never want you to be stressed and uncomfortable around a car dealership again.

Car buying should be a fun and exciting process. It’s a big decision and one that you can get much pride and joy out of for many years to come.

Buying a car is an experience you can share with your friends, family and neighbors. And it should be a positive experience, not a negative one.

The opportunity that I have here is to educate you about what to look for, how to research and how to prepare yourself with all the decisions and choices you will have to make when buying a car.

After reading this information, you will be a Super-Power Car Buyer.

You’ll learn…

1) How to decide whether a new or used vehicle is right for you;

2) Why most millionaires don’t drive new cars and would never consider leasing;

3) How to get the car you’ve always wanted but didn’t think you could afford;

4) The good, bad, and the ugly truth about used car dealers;

5) How to pick the vehicle that’s right for you;

6) How to pick the best place to purchase your next automobile;

7) What to look for in a car to ensure it’s a quality vehicle and not a disguised hunk-o-junk;

8) Secret insider tips to negotiating the best deal;

9) The rules of automotive credit and how to qualify;

10) How to make your trade in appraise for double what its worth;

11) The simple steps to spotting common car scams faster than a speeding bullet.

So let’s get started, new friend. Over the next few weeks, we’ll walk side by side and I’ll show you everything you need to know.

About Frank Myers Auto Maxx

The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.  For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com

CONTACT

Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html

First Sketch From Uncle Frank Book Released

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Tracy Myers just announced the release of the first image from his upcoming book, Uncle Frank Sez: A View From The Front Porch Of A Self-Made Man. Myers, who is commonly known as the Nations Premier Transportation Solutions Provider, has been working on the book for more than 10 years. He is currently the owner of Frank Myers Auto Maxx, a Winston Salem, NC used car dealership that specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.

Growing Up With Uncle Frank

“As a child, I was aware that my dad would say things that were very unique. As I grew older, it became obvious that his sayings were not only unique but also profound. I started writing them down when I turned 30 years old and now, 10 years later, the sayings of Uncle Frank will be immortalized forever in a book,” said Myers. “I’m very excited about its release and happy about debuting the first sketch from the book. The artist, Amit, created the very first sketch of Uncle Frank more than a decade ago. He is extremely talented and I am thankful that he agreed to be a part of this project.”

Who is this ‘Uncle Frank’ who, until now, has only been seen in a cartoon or costume form? Myers claims his book has the answer. “Over the years, I’ve had thousands of people to ask me about Uncle Frank. They want to know if he’s my dad, my uncle or a fictional character on television. I’ll be the first to admit that shrouding the Uncle Frank persona with a certain mystique has always been a part of the plan. However, once and for all I finally come clean in the book. I think that some folks will be surprised by what they learn…not only about Uncle Frank but from what he ‘sez’.”

Despite how mysterious the book sounds, Myers assures us that the book is fun and simple enough for anybody to enjoy. He says he avoids proper grammar in favor of real ‘Frankisms’ and creative analogies.  “Despite it’s simplicity, this book will have a lot to offer to everybody, from stay at home moms to seasoned business professionals. I truly believe this book could redefine the way people look at the world.”

Uncle Frank Sez: A View From The Front Porch Of A Self-Made Man is being published by Celebrity Press®. They publish books from thought leaders around the world. Celebrity Press™ has published books alongside Brian Tracy, Ron Legrand, Mari Smith, Kelly O’Neil, Alexis Martin Neely and many other of the biggest experts across diverse fields.

ABOUT TRACY MYERS AND FRANK MYERS AUTO MAXX

The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Car Buying Secrets Exposed: The Dirty Little Secrets of a Used Car Dealer”, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.