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TAX REFUND SALE – USED CARS FOR SALE in Jersey City
TAX REFUND SALE – USED CARS FOR SALE –
Tax refund time usually means people will get a nice chunk of change, and for some consumers, people like to treat themselves to a new car. And, we here can help you.
Let us help you save more of your hard earned dollars when shopping for your next car. We can offer our customers Pre-Owned cars below Kelley Blue Book value.
We Accept Tax Refund Checks, H&R Block Debit Cards and Jackson Hewitt Debit Cards. Pick the car you want, leave a deposit and either finance the purchase or pay cash. Either way we do the bill of sale, title work and temp plates so you can drive home the same day. For Finance customers, we will register the car for you too (any state).
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Don’t Let Your Car Overheat – Don’t Blow The Motor
Overheating Your car? Not good.
With the boiling-hot summer weather right around the corner, now is the time to brush up on car basics and car maintenance. When your temperature gauge is in the red, your vehicle’s engine is running too hot and that can damage your car or even destroy your engine.
Don’t Let Your Car Overheat.
5 Steps to take when your car is overheating:
1. Turn your engine off.
If your car overheats on the road, the first thing you need to do is turn it off, open the hood and let it cool off.
2. Never remove the radiator cap.
Do not uncap the radiator system or the water system. It will be under high pressure and will blow off and burn you.
3. Let the engine cool off.
If your engine starts to overheat, it will give you plenty of warnings and show yellow and red lights. That’s the time to pull over before you could actually damage anything.
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4. Fill up the antifreeze coolant.
After the car has cooled – open the system up and fill it back up with new antifreeze.”
5. Carefully monitor the temperature gauge.
If the temperature gauge crosses over to hot or red – pull over and turn the engine off.
Overheating can blow-up your engine. Don’t be that guy.
Looking for a Great SUV Alternative? The 2014 Subaru Outback
After 20 years on the market, the Subaru Outback continues to get better and better! The Outback is a great alternative to the SUV with its 30 mpg on the highway. Each year, new features are added and the 2014 model now features the comfort of heated seats—perfect for those cold winter days. The 2014 Subaru Outback is also much larger than the original Outback and makes a great family car. It handles well on all road surfaces so you can get around in all types of conditions, from dirt trails or muddy country roads to snowy roads. Every Subaru model comes standard with all-wheel drive and ground clearance of 8.7 inches that’ll get you around most obstacles. It’s definitely one of the most capable crossovers off-road!
The Outback can also carry all your gear in its generous 71 cubic feet of maximum cargo space. It gets great fuel economy, too, with the four-cylinder engine rated at 30 mpg on the highway. If you have hauling needs, the Outback can tow a small trailer with the optional six-cylinder engine, up to 3,000 pounds. A standard roof rack with built-in cross rails that easily fold out of the way when not needed, will also help with your cargo needs.
Every #2014SubaruOutback comes standard with four-wheel antilock disc brakes, stability and traction control, front seat side airbags and side curtain airbags that cover both rows. Several safety features are available, such as adaptive cruise control, pre-collision braking and lane departure warning functionality. You will be alerted if you’re swaying within your lane while traveling on the highway. Subaru’s EyeSight system can also detect pedestrians and will brake automatically if the driver takes no corrective action.
In government crash tests, the Subaru Outback earned a five-star overall rating, along with five-star ratings for its performance in front- and side-impact crash protection. In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s testing, the Outback received the highest Top Safety Pick+ rating after earning a Good rating (the highest possible) in the moderate-overlap front-offset crash test, as well as the side-impact and roof strength tests. It also earned an Acceptable rating (second highest) in the new small-overlap frontal-offset crash test.
Come to #NewJerseyStateAutoAuction and Sales to check out and test drive one of our used Subarus. They’re perfect for the mid-Atlantic winters and will keep you from getting snowbound in the next storm. Our family owned dealership has been serving the Tri-State area for 20 years. Our sales, finance and service teams look forward to helping you find your perfect next vehicle and maintaining it in top condition.
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What to Consider When Buying A Vehicle
There are many factors to consider when purchasing a car, truck or SUV. Among the most important to consider are your budget, the size and type of vehicle that fits your needs, and various comfort and safety features. Since the average car loan for a new or used vehicle could require payments for five years, it’s important to make the right choice. It’s also important that any upcoming life changes be compatible with a vehicle you’ll likely have long after you’ve repaid the loan.
The most important question to ask is this: is it in your budget? A used vehicle will likely fit more comfortably in your budget than an expensive new one. In addition to your initial investment of a down payment plus monthly payments, it’s important to consider the cost of regular maintenance. Ask our New Jersey State Auto Auction sales team or local parts store to help you do the research to determine the cost of regular maintenance for your new vehicle. Trucks with a diesel engine cost more to maintain than a standard passenger car, so it’s important to know the differences before committing to a five year loan.
Does the vehicle fit your family? While a sleek body and extra horsepower can be appealing, if you have small children you know convenience is the most important factor in a family vehicle. A sedan, SUV or minivan are comfortable and convenient choices for a growing family. If you’re concerned about gas mileage, consider a small or crossover SUV.
Our #NewJerseyStateAutoAuction’s elite sales team can help you determine the perfect car for you and your family’s needs. Our family-owned dealership has been serving the Tri-State area for over 20 years and have built our reputation on our excellent customer service. Visit our website and better yet, come in for a test drive. www.njstateauto.com
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406 Sip Avenue
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
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What’s GVWR And Why Is It Important To Your Pickup, SUV and Crossover?
The term GVWR – or Gross Vehicle Weight Rating – might sound like something only professional truck drivers need to know, but it’s something every driver of a pickup truck, SUV or crossover needs to be aware of to stay safe while carrying cargo and/or passengers.
How do I find the GVWR in my vehicle? It’s easy – just look on the label that’s located on the inside of the driver’s door jamb. The GVWR tells you the combined weight of passengers, personal effects and cargo, along with the weight of the vehicle itself, as well as the tongue weight of the trailer. (See last week’s blog on the importance of proper tongue weight in safe hauling.)
Why do you need to know the GVWR? Knowing the GVWR will prevent you from overloading your vehicle which cause damage to your vehicle and create unsafe driving conditions such as, broken springs and suspension components, unsafe braking, overheating and damaging the transmission and other driveline components, difficulty controlling the vehicle due to strain on the suspension and danger of tire blowout due to an increase in tire temperature.
How do you figure out how much weight the vehicle can carry? Follow this example:The weight of the #2016GMCSierra1500 is 5,216. By subtracting the weight of the truck from the GVWR you know you can carry 1,884 pounds without exceeding the GVWR. Make sure you take into account the weight of your passengers, as well as cargo. If you have two 150-pound passengers, your available hauling capacity is 11,584 pounds.
It’s important to always stay within the GVWR limit set for your particular truck, SUV or crossover to avoid damage to your vehicle and to keep your passengers and your belongings safe.
The New Jersey State Auto Auction’s team cares about your safety. We’re always happy to answer any questions you might have. Our family-owned business looks forward to helping you purchase your ultimate vehicle and drive it safely. Visit our website at www.njstateautoauction.com.
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406 Sip Avenue
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Phone: 201.355.4138
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Tongue Weight – the Key to Safe Towing
Proper tongue weight can make the difference between a safe trailer-towing experience and a dangerous one. Like the Goldilocks and the Three Bears, the tongue weight must be ‘just right’ – too little and the trailer could start swaying from side to side; too much weight and the force could overload the rear tires of the tow vehicle and push the rear end of the vehicle out of control. Tongue weight also affects how safely you can go around corners and curves, as well as how quickly you can brake.
How to figure out the tongue weight? Proper tongue weight is about 10 to 15% of the total loaded trailer weight. For example, if a 2,000-pound trailer is loaded with 1,000 pounds of cargo, the safe tongue weight of the loaded trailer should be between 300 and 450 pounds or 10-15% of the total of the two – or 3,000 pounds.
Other important things to consider are the type of hitch and placement of the load. For example, #Sierra1500 models towing trailers with tongue weights over 700-800 pounds need to make sure they are using a weight-distributing hitch rather than a weight-carrying hitch.
It’s important for the load to be properly placed to ensure safe towing, with about 60% of the load centered evenly over the front half of the trailer. For example, if the 2,000 pound trailer is carrying 1,000, about 600 pounds should be in the front half of the trailer.
You can check that your trailer is properly balanced by visiting a public scale and weighing your vehicle and trailer a few times.
And of course, our New Jersey Auto Auction’s Sales and Service team is happy to advise you on how to have a safe trailing experience. Our family-owned dealership has built a reputation of customer-service excellence. We want to make sure you have a safe drive! Visit our website at www.njstateauto.com.
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406 Sip Avenue
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
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2013 Cadillac SRX Crossover – A Great Family Vehicle
One of the best-selling Cadillac models is the compact luxury Cadillac SRX crossover. No longer just a utility vehicle, the 2013 Cadillac SRX has plenty of room for four adults, ample storage capability, a new CUE infotainment system with a crisp clear LCD screen offering intuitive controls over audio, phone and climate control functions. The interior is a sophisticated blend of technology plus luxury.
The 2013 Cadillac SRX provides a responsive driving experience with crisp handling and cornering, and is capable of some serious back-road capability. Safety is an important feature in the SRX and the Driver Assist and Driver Awareness packages include automatic-braking technologies that help reduce the chance of low-speed impacts. The unique vibrating Safety Alert Seat warns that the car’s sensors have detected an impending dangerous situation.
The SRX comes in four trim levels, including Base, Luxury, Performance and Premium. All levels feature a 3.6-liter V6 engine that delivers 308 horsepower and 265 pound-feet of torque with a six-speed automatic transmission. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is available for any SRX trim. Acceleration is average for compact luxury crossovers going from zero to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds.
The base model comes standard with 18-inch alloy wheels, roof rails, automatic headlights, keyless entry and remote engine start an eight-way power driver seat, a reclining and 60/40 split-folding rear seat, cruise control and a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel. The SRX Luxury adds front and rear parking sensors, blind-spot and cross-traffic alert, a rearview camera, rain-sensing wipers, a panoramic sunroof, keyless ignition/entry and a power liftgate with adjustable opening height. Luxurious leather upholstery, heated front seats and steering wheel, adjustable thigh support for the driver seat and an eight-way power passenger seat add to driver and passenger comfort.
Our sales team at New Jersey State Auto Auction invites you to come test drive our luxury SUV crossovers. We’re sure your family will appreciate the great driving experience. Our finance team is ready to help you drive your dream car out of the lot! And you can depend on our service team to keep your new vehicle performing
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Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
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Can’t Afford to Buy New? Consider a Certified Pre-Owned Vehicle.
NJ State Auto Auction and Sales’ wide selection of used vehicles includes some choice Certified Pre-Owned vehicles. For a lot less money, you can buy a car that feels almost new, even if it has some miles on the odometer.
Buying a CPO vehicle also takes some of the uncertainty out of buying a used car because it guarantees that the mechanical condition of the vehicle is up to the manufacturer’s high standards. CPO vehicles are inspected by factory-trained mechanics to ensure it meets specific standards. The dealership replaces or repairs anything that is worn beyond the limits of the manufacturer’s program.
For example, Volkswagen’s CPO program specifies that a vehicle must be no more than five model years old with fewer than 75,000 miles. In addition, it must have been operated by the previous owner for at least 12 months. A factory-trained Volkswagen mechanic performs a 112-point inspection, repairs any problems, bringing the vehicle as close to new condition as possible. The vehicle then comes with a limited two-year/24,000 mile warranty that covers the powertrain, air conditioning and electrical system, among other things. VW also provides two years of 24-hour roadside assistance. Other manufacturers have similar programs and comparable warranties. Visit your favorite automaker’s website to see the specific CPO details.
One caution – the term “certified” can mean different things at different dealerships. Make sure to know if the manufacturer is certifying the car of just the dealership and find out what is covered in the certification and warranty.
CPO programs are perfect for anyone who wants to save money over the price of a new car, but who also wants to drive a near-new car that comes with a solid warranty. While a little more pricey than non-certified used cars, they can be a good investment.
The experienced and knowledgeable team at New Jersey State Auto Auction and Sales can help you find your perfect CPO vehicle. We have a huge inventory at our Jersey City showroom and invite you to come in for a test drive. Our expert finance team will work with you so you can drive off the lot in your dream car. And our dependable service team can keep it running in top-notch condition.
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406 Sip Avenue
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Phone: 201.355.4138
Website: www.NJStateAuto.com
2014 Chevrolet Malibu – A Great Car for the Whole Family
Looking for a more upscale family sedan? Bring the family over to New Jersey State Auto Auction in Jersey City to test drive the 2014 Malibu mid-size sedan. The kids will find lots of leg-room in the rear seats and you’ll appreciate the large center console with plenty of room for storing things. If you’ve got tall drivers in your family, you’ll find the power driver seat can adjust to fit your larger frame. Smartphone use is easy with the touch screen interface that allows for voice control, stream music and is compatible with internet radio. With the quiet cabin and smooth, bump-free ride, it’s sure to please everyone!
The Malibu also looks great with its sleek front-end styling. And it performs well! Its 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine has a combined fuel economy rating similar to the Eco model, with a combined fuel economy rating of 25 mpg city/36 mpg highway. The engine is powerful enough to keep up with the flow of traffic, both around town and on the highway. The stop-start system is hardly noticeable while you drive, though you’ll see its advantages when you fill-up at the pump. The good handling and responsive steering makes this an easy car to drive.
Safety features include antilock brakes, stability and traction control and lots of airbags: front knee, front side, rear side and side curtain in the event of a crash. The OnStar telematics system provides lots of useful features. The optional rearview camera helps with visibility and you can also get advanced warning and alert systems for forward collision, lane departure, monitoring blind spots as well as rear cross-traffic. The Malibu got five stars out of five for overall crash protection as well as the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s highest rating.
The above average-sized 16.3-cubic-foot trunk accommodates travel gear and shopping purchases.
Come give this car a spin at New Jersey State Auto Auction. If it turns out not to be the car for you, our sales team is sure to find just the perfect car to suit your family’s needs.
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406 Sip Avenue
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
Phone: 201.355.4138
Website: www.NJStateAuto.com