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Charlotte Car Dealers Are Competitive: How To Know If You Are Getting The Best Deal?

Liberty Buick GMC is a family-friendly car dealership located in the Charlotte/Matthews area of North Carolina. With the competitive car selling industry, it can be hard to know whether or not you are getting the best deals and overall best care for your vehicles. At Liberty Buick GMC, we strive to make our customers more than just a car sale, but rather a customer and friend for life. We like to keep our business honest and ethical to help customers feel welcomed. One of the main responsibilities when owning a vehicle is the service and maintenance upkeep. That’s why Liberty Buick GMC is here to take care of you beyond the sale. Charlotte car dealers are competitive, but does lowest price always mean the best deal?  Calculate what you will spend on your car service and purchase over a five year plan to get the best deal.

When purchasing a vehicle, there are a lot of factors to consider. Beyond budgeting for insurance or accidents, one of the biggest reoccurring expenses is maintaining a vehicle. When you purchase a vehicle, it is important to shop around for the best deal, but many think that the best deal always means the lowest priced vehicle. Before you jump to that conclusion, you should calculate the cost of maintaining the vehicle over a five year plan. Costs to consider can include: 

1.       Fuel

2.       Maintenance

3.       Financing

4.       Insurance

5.       Repairs

6.       State Fees

7.       Loss In Value 

Kelley Blue Book lays out the cost of owning a car over a typical 5- year plan. With the numbers from Kelley Blue Book and our expertise on vehicles, we’ve developed a comprehensive guide to inform you on all of the hidden costs that can occur when buying a vehicle and help determine what the best deals are for you personally before you make your purchase. 

Fuel

How often you pull into a gas station often depends on the length of your average commute. Many people sit in traffic for hours every day and others drive right around the corner. This makes a huge difference in the amount spent of gas over a five year duration. Another big factor is the type of vehicle you drive. Smaller compact sedan vehicles will use less gas, while big trucks and SUVs will require more. The average person should account for spending about $6,309 to $11,585 every five year on fuel depending on the type of vehicle and distance they drive.

Buick vehicles are very fuel efficient. The popular compact SUV, the 2018 Buick Encore has an estimated fuel economy of 33 miles per gallon.

Maintenance

Getting your vehicle serviced is a big commitment and investment for both your time and money. To help increase the lifespan and value of a vehicle it is important to keep up with your vehicles service requirements. This includes, but is not limited to, oil changes, tire rotations, and wheel alignments. Over a five-year span, these expenses add up. The average person spends $2,448 to $4,986 to have maintenance performed on their vehicle. With this investment in time and money, it is important to ensure that you are going to a trustworthy and friendly service department. Liberty Buick GMC has an awesome service team with honest folks ready to take care of all your service needs, and makes sure you’re getting the best deals in town to keep your maintenance costs low.

Financing

Financing costs all depend on the bank you choose to finance with, your credit score, and your initial down payment. The average person spends about $921 to $3,335 on financing their vehicle. Liberty Buick GMC’s financial team will work with you individually to find the best rates and deals when it comes to financing your vehicle.  Cecil Ward is the experienced financial advisor at Liberty Buick GMC who will help you secure the best rates.

Insurance

For most people, insurance is a pain point when it comes to talking about buying a new vehicle, since it can be expensive and dependent on a lot of different factors. Some of the most influential insurance factors include: 

·         Years Of Driving Experience

·         Type of Vehicle

·         Insurance Agency

·         Coverage 

When an experienced driver purchases a new vehicle, insurance averages between $2,990 to $3,410 depending on the vehicle and the insurance agency rates. Liberty Buick GMC’s dealers are happy to talk your options through, and determine whether a new or used vehicle is the right fit for you.

Repairs

Things happen and simple car repairs are needed. Within a five year span, you will need to plan for repairs both planned and unplanned. For repairs, the average cost over five years is around $1,659 to $2,454. When undergoing repairs, it is important that the service department you choose is knowledgeable and ready to make sure their customers are on the same page about their vehicle. The technicians at Liberty Buick GMC are all highly qualified and certified, but moreover, care about their customers. 

State Fees

State fee are simply unavoidable. They vary depending on the state you live in and the vehicle that you drive. The average car owner spends $1,659 to $5,474 over five years on state fees.

Loss In Value

This is a big one, and it can sting. You probably already know that your car loses value. In fact, the moment you drive off the dealerships lot, no matter where you purchase your vehicle or what great dael you get, your car begins to deprecate in value. Over five years, the value of your car will plummet thousands and thousands of dollars. This is why the car that you choose is so important. Luxurious vehicles like GMC and Buick truly hold their value. Of course, they still lose market value over time, as does every vehicle, but because these vehicles are made to last, they certainly won’t lose personal value to their owners. 

Overall, vehicles are expensive but the initial price of the vehicle is not everything. Even if two cars cost the same amount, the cost over five years could be significantly different. Each and every car is different, so taking extra effort to determine what you will value in your vehicle over time is very important. Once you have picked your dream vehicle, where you purchase it is important. Going for the dealership that prices it the lowest may not always be the best option. It’s a worthwhile decision to go to a local dealership that you can trust and build a relationship with, especially if you’re planning to use their service department for you vehicle needs. If it’s a valuable investment in your five year plan to getting your vehicle serviced and repaired for the best prices and by the most trusted service team, it’s wise to compare prices beyond the vehicle and head the service desk of the dealership to gauge whether they will be friendly and honest with you in future visits. 

 At Liberty Buick GMC, we strive to find great deals for our customers, but also treat our customers well beyond the sales with our service team, which make up the best service department around Charlotte. We want our customers to be more than just a single car sale, but a customer for life. We achieve this mission with our wonderful customer service that follows customers through everything from servicing their vehicle through buying their next vehicle with us. Call us at 866-442-0871 to schedule an appointment or drop by our conveniently located dealership in Charlotte-Matthews today.

Liberty Buick GMC Participates in the Charlotte International Auto Show!

The Annual Charlotte International Auto Show is a time when all dealers are present under one roof to present their very best car models. This year, the 2017 Auto Show hosted more than 300 vehicle models from over 30 different manufactures. To kick off the event, a preview party was held on Wednesday, November 1 and different events were held throughout the week. The Auto Show was open to guests from November 2-5^th at the Charlotte Convention Center.  All dealers who had vehicles in the show were invited to come to the preview party to network with fellow dealers, view cars, and support their favorite charities. Liberty Buick GMC proudly participated in and contributed to the 25^th Annual Charlotte International Auto Show. 

What Vehicles Were Featured?

The 2017 Charlotte International Auto Show was definitely a success. All types of vehicles from many different manufacturers were showcased for guests to view. From trucks to sedans, and a variety of crossover vehicles, you name it, and the automobile was there! The Auto Show had enough vehicles to appeal to the styles and interests of everyone. Many dealerships in North Carolina participated in the event, bringing their very best vehicles to showcase. Across the Auto Show, some of the vehicles presented included:

Acura BMW-Mini Buick Cadillac Chevrolet Chrysler Dodge Ferrari

Aston Martin Fiat Ford GMC Trucks Genesis Honda Hyundai Infiniti

Jaguar Jeep Kia Land Rover Lexus Lincoln Mazda Mercedes-Benz

Maserati Nissan Porsche Ram Roush Subaru Toyota Volkswagen Volvo

Kicking Off At The Preview Party

During the preview party, numerous events took place as guests mingled and enjoyed viewing the top vehicles from each manufacturer. One of these exciting events included an appearance by NFL football player Thomas Davis, a linebacker for the Carolina Panthers. In Davis’s appearance, he signed autographs and participated in a question and answer session for fans and car-connoisseurs alike.

The preview party event also included a special time-slot designated for awarding Dealer of The Year. Scott McCorkle, the owner of Liberty Buick GMC, was a nominee. At the end of the evening, he was honored to receive the title of runner-up for the Dealer of the Year. Gerry Woods, from Salisbury, NC, was announced as the winner for the Dealer of the Year award.

Also in attendance with Scott was his wife and fellow philanthropist, Kim McCorkle. Both deeply involved in their community and a number of national and local charities, the Auto Show was especially engaging since they were able to donate to charities they had worked alongside for years. Scott and Kim McCorkle said, “It’s all about the charities; we love to give back and aid others where help is needed.” 

Each year, the Auto Show expands the charities that its proceeds go toward. This year the Auto Show supported a stunning number of charities, including but not limited to: 

·         Boy Scouts

·         Girl Scouts

·         Boys & Girls Clubs

·         Charlotte Mecklenburg Police

·         A Child’s Place

·         Charlotte Rescue Mission

·         Dove’s Nest

·         Urban Ministries

·         YMCA

·         Friendship Trays

·         Communities in Schools

·         Thompson Child & Family Focus

·         Rotary 9/11 Scholarship

·         Union County Community Shelter

The McCorkle family takes pride in supporting the CMPD, but especially enjoys contributing to the CMPD K-9 unit. The CMPD’s K-9 currently has 14 dogs that help protect our community. The K-9 companions typically spend 7 years on the team before retiring and spending time at home with their officer. These dogs also hold a special place in the hearts of the McCorkle family. At the preview party, Scott and Kim McCorkle presented a donation to K-9 Officer, Pete Capotosta and his dog, Leonidas. Leonidas joined the Charlotte-Mecklenburg unit in 2015, all the way from Holland, and has been working with his officer, Capotosta ever since. 

Popular Activities

The Auto Show featured a full, action-packed seven days of events that were exciting and fun for everyone. These ranged from the showcasing of new and impressive international vehicles to family-fun activities put on just for kids. 

History of the Automobile 

A blast back into the past is always an exciting way to relive the history of how automobiles became an integrated tool, pastime, and economy of society. Automobiles have had quite a journey in getting to where they are today. From exterior and interior design changes to better safety and improve technology, it is amazing to see how tremendously vehicles have transformed in The History of the Automobile display. The display is very popular, since it allows guests to view automobiles all the way from their early conception, follow the journey of auto-revolutions, and even peak into the dynamic future of vehicles. 

Family Day

Family Day was held on November 5, which was also the last day of the Auto Show. It is easy to see how this is a favorite day for many Auto Show attendees. Of course, families are always welcome to the Auto Show, but Family Day is a day designed especially for kids. Some of the fun activities held on Family Day included a thrilling November visit from Santa Claus, live music, face painting, and so many more exciting events. Family Day was free for kids 12 and under with the purchase of an adult ticket. Between the family-friendly events and getting to experience the Auto Show displays on its final day, everyone who participated had a wonderful time.

Overall, the 2017 Charlotte International Preview Show was a success. Liberty Buick GMC proudly showcased many vehicles at the 2017 Auto Show. Under one roof, car dealers from all over spent the evening together viewing hundreds of vehicles and various manufacturers on display. Best of all, profits from the 2017 Auto Show supported charities actively giving back to our communities. If you are interested in learning more about this event or vehicles on Liberty’s lot, visit www.clickliberty.com.