THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH
WEST CENTRAL DRIVES
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2014
C1
THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BUYING YOUR NEXT CAR Buyers often find the process of finding a new car fun. Test driving vehicles and playing with all of the gadgets that today's increasingly tech-heavy vehicles have to offer can be akin to kids visiting a candy store and being given carte blanche to fill up their baskets. But as enjoyable as finding a new car can be, the financial commitment that such a purchase requires can make the process somewhat nerve-wracking as well. Buyers often assign the most risk to preowned vehicles, and rightfully so. But some buyers even regret their purchases after buying a new car, whether the car does not suit their lifestyle as much as they had hoped or the vehicle simply isn't living up to the expectations drivers had for it at the time of purchase. Savvy buyers will consider the following factors before taking the keys to their next new cars. * Additional costs: Many new car shoppers plan to finance or lease their vehicles, but the down payment and monthly payment is not the only number buyers must confirm before buying a vehicle. After the purchase price and monthly payments have been figured out, the two most significant costs buyers must consider are insurance and gas. Some vehicles cost more to insure than others, and the cost of a policy will depend on more than just a buyer's personal driving history. The vehicle's safety features, where a driver lives and the type of vehicle, both its make and model and the category it fits into (i.e., sports car, luxury vehicle, etc.), are all going to be used to determine the cost of an insurance policy. Buyers also must consider how much a vehicle will cost to fuel up before making a final decision. Many a driver has grinned when driving a brand new SUV off a dealership lot, only to frown on that first trip to the filling station. Insurance companies typically provide free estimates to prospective customers, so do your homework on the different makes and models you're considering, getting an insurance quote for each vehicle. In addition, consider the expected fuel costs of each vehicle before making a decision. * Reputation: Thanks to the Internet, today's vehicle buyers have a valuable tool at their disposal that those of yesteryear rarely had: their fellow drivers. When considering certain makes and models, go online to see what fellow drivers and professional reviewers have to say about a given vehicle. Sites like Edmunds.com and Safecar.gov offer professional assessments of various makes and models, while various message boards exist to allow drivers to review the performance of their vehicles. Such resources are invaluable and can paint a realistic picture of what it might be like to own and drive a particular automobile. * Resale value: While selling a car you don't even own yet is probably not foremost on your mind, it is important to consider a car's potential resale value before buying it. The high costs of new vehicles has pushed many buyers out of the new car market, making preowned vehicles a more affordable and attractive option. So considering a car's potential resale value before buying it new is a smart move that can pay dividends down
the road when you're back on the market for a new vehicle. Kelley Blue Book (kbb.com) is a valuable resource to gauge the resale value of vehicles, and buyers can even calculate the resale value of a car over its first five years. This can help consumers determine which options to get on their new cars and even help to govern their driving habits in an effort to keep the vehicle's resale value as high as possible. When buying a new vehicle, it can be tempting to buy the most visually stunning or gadget-heavy vehicle on the dealership lot. But buyers should consider more than just appearance and accessories before buying their next new car.
CAPTION: Prospective buyers should consider a host of factors before purchasing a new vehicle.
2013 FORD F-350 LARIAT 2013 FORD TAURUS SEL 2013 TOYOTA 3.5L V-6, auto, 17,850 miles, dual power AVALON XLE FX4 4X4 6.7L V-8 turbo diesel, auto, 8,020 miles, shift on the fly 4WD, dual power heated/cooled leather seating, Sony touch screen Sirius satellite ready stereo featuring Sync, CD/NAV/MP3, Blue Tooth, dual climate controls, sun roof, power sliding rear window, back up camera, rear park sensors, remote start, tow package. Remainder of a 3-year/36,000and 5-year/60,000 mi warranty.
heated leather seating, dual zone climate controls, remote entry plus remote start, Sony Sirius satellite ready touch screen stereo, steering wheel audio controls and Sync voice activated Bluetooth, sunroof. Remainder of 3-yr/36,000-and 5yr/60,000 mi warranty.
3.5L V-6, auto, 23,455 miles, dual power heated leather front seats with seat memory, dual zone one touch climate control, Bluetooth satellite ready, voice-activated DVD navigation system, sunroof, The Avalon is backed by the remainder of 3yr/36K bumper-bumper and 5yr/60K power train warranty.
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $55,000
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $23,500 $346 FOR 72 MO. @ 1.99% WAC
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $30,900
$726 FOR 84 MO. @ 2.99% WAC
$455 FOR 72 MO. @ 1.99% WAC
2012 FORD FUSION SEL
2013 CHEVY SUBURBAN LT 4WD
2012 GMC ACADIA SLT AWD
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $20,900
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $41,900
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $34,500
$553 FOR 84 MO. @ 2.99% WAC
$455 FOR 84 MO. @ 2.99% WAC
2013 DODGE DURANGO RT AWD
2012 KIA SPORTAGE EX FWD
3.0L V-6, auto, 15,870 miles, heated leather seating, dual zone climate controls, remote entry, Ford's Sync AM/FM/6-disc CD/AUX/USB Sony stereo system, Bluetooth, Homelink, sun roof, rear spoiler. Remainder of 3-yr/36,000 and 5-yr/60,000 mi warranty. $361 FOR 60 MO. @ 1.49% WAC
2013 CHEVY CAPTIVA LTZ
2.4L 4-cyl., auto, 17,180 miles, heated leather, CD/XM/AUX satellite ready stereo, Bluetooth, climate control, drivers info center, Homelink, sunroof, remote start, OnStar, back up camera. Remainder of a 3-yr/36,000 mi and a 5yr/100,000 mi warranty.
5.3L V-8, auto, 23,770 miles, 8 passengers, dual power heated leather seating with seat memory, heated second row, third row seating, Tri-Zone AC, satellite ready Bose stereo with steering wheel audio controls and Bluetooth connectivity. sunroof, dual DVD monitors, Remainder of a 3-yr/36,000 mi and a 5-yr/100,000 mi. warranty.
5.7L 360HP, auto, 18,380 miles, remote start, heated leather, fold flat 3rd row, Tri-zone climate control, Bluetooth, AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX satellite ready stereo, power lift gate, home-link. Remainder of a 3yr/36mi bumper-bumper and a 5yr/100mi power train warranty.
3.6L V-6, auto, 19,470 miles, heated leather, dual climate control, front and rear sunroofs, Bose stereo with XM Radio, rear entertainment system, plus a power lift gate, auto dimming mirror, rear camera monitor, rear bumper backup sensors. Remainder of a 3-yr/36,000 mi and a 5-yr/100,000 mi. warranty.
2.4L 4cyl, auto, 24,205 miles, dual zone climate controls, steering wheel audio controls and Bluetooth, The Sportage is backed by a 5-year/60,000 mile bumper/bumper warranty. Clean low mile local trade.
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $20,900
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $37,900
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $20,900
$308 FOR 72 MO. @ 1.99% WAC
$500 FOR 84 MO. @ 2.99% WAC
$361 FOR 60 MO. @ 1.49% WAC
2013 HYUNDAI SONATA GLS
2014 SUBARU OUTBACK PREMIUM
2014 SUBURU LEGACY LIMITED AWD
3 to choose from. AWD, 2.5-liter 4-cylinder, heated cloth front buckets, AM/FM/CD/USB/AUX/SAT Bluetooth, plus alloy wheels.The Outback is backed by the remainder of a 3-yr 36,000 and 5yr 60,000 mile warranty.
2.5L 4-cyl., auto, 16,625 miles, dual power heated leather-trimmed upholstery, remote entry, Harman/Kardon AM/FM/ CD/USB/AUX/SAT ready sound system, Bluetooth, dual-zone climate controls. Remainder of 3-yr 36,000 and 5-yr 60,000 mile warranty.
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $17,900
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $25,900
NO HAGGLE PRICE - $24,900
$381 FOR 72 MO. @ 1.99% WAC
$430 FOR 60 MO. @ 1.49% WAC
We had four only two left. 2.4-liter 4-cylinder, 6-speed auto, 28,815 miles, cloth heated seats with a power driver seat, full power accessories, AM/FM/CD/USB/ AUX/Sat ready stereo, Bluetooth. Sonata is backed by the remainder of a 5year/60,000-mile warranty. $263 FOR 72 MO. @ 1.99% WAC
SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH TODAY: 1-800-753-7092, (308) 532-6000
OR WWW.NPTELEGRAPH.COM
WEST CENTRAL DRIVES
C2 FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2014
THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH
DON'T LOSE WHEN LEASING Leasing instead of buying a vehicle has its benefits. Drivers who lease often cite the fun of getting a new car every few years and the peace of mind of knowing they won't have to deal with costly repairs associated with older vehicles as two of the best reasons to lease a vehicle. While leases make practical sense for many drivers, the leasing process can be tricky to navigate. The following are a few things drivers should know about leasing before signing a new agreement. * Avoid high down payments. Though many drivers are attracted to leasing because the monthly payments are typically much less expensive than they would if drivers financed a vehicle, such drivers should know that those low monthly payments are often accompanied by hefty down payments, sometimes as much as several thousand dollars at the time the lease is signed. But such hefty down payments can prove problematic if the car is damaged or stolen. In such instances, the insurance company is likely to reimburse the leasing agency for the value of the car, but not the driver. So the driver might be out his or her down payment and be left without a car. That's why it's beneficial for men and women leasing a vehicle to keep their down payments to a minimum, and ideally make no down payment at all. This will increase your monthly payment, but you will have the peace of mind of knowing you won't be out several thousand dollars should the car be wrecked or stolen during the lease. * Purchase gap insurance. Another financial concern for lessees is what happens if the car is totaled or stolen. In such instances, the insurance company will reimburse the leasing agent for the value of the car at the time of the accident or theft, but drivers might still be on the hook for the total obligation of the lease. That means the value
reimbursed to the leasing company will be subtracted from the remaining balance on the lease, and drivers will still be responsible for paying the difference. The only way drivers can protect themselves in such instances is to purchase gap insurance, which will cover the difference should the car be wrecked or stolen. Some leasing contracts already include gap insurance, but drivers should confirm this before signing the agreement. * Buy extra miles in advance. Leases come with mileage restrictions, and an agreement that comes with an especially low monthly payment will often stipulate that drivers cannot exceed 12,000 miles per year over the life of the lease. If you exceed that limit, the agreement might charge you as much as 25 cents per mile over the limit, which can add up to a considerable amount of money depending on how many miles over that limit you go. If you know you are likely to exceed 12,000 miles per year, buy extra miles before signing the agreement. This won't cost you money up front, but rather will lead to a slightly higher monthly payment.
MAZDA 2001 626 Good condition. 4 cylinder. Manual 5 speed. 99,510 miles. $3200. 308-520-2267
1005 Cars FORD 2013 EDGE LIMITED, silver with gray leather, heated seats, full options, new tires, 52 k miles, 308-870-4212. $23, 750.
CHEVROLET 2001 CAMARO CONVERTIBLE, 36,000 miles, excellent condition always garaged, $8800. Please call 308-582-4646 or 308-530-4978
F O R D 2 0 0 6 TA U R U S SEDAN, excellent condition, 62,000 miles, new tires, tan, cloth interior, 3.0 V6 engine, 30 MPG, $6400. 308-534-8607
1010 Boats & Motors
MARADA 1995 MX1Wakeboard Boat 115HP I/O Motor 18ft. $6000. 308-530-1996.
1020 Trucks /Trailers
1025 Motorcycles
G o o s e n e c k t r a i l e r, 6 wheels, 92’x 17 1/2’, new tires, great condition, ready to haul, holds 10 round bales of h a y. $ 5 0 0 0 O B O . 308-368-7388 or 308-289-9732.
Looking for a new vehicle? LARSON 1977 FISHING BOAT 19ft. $4,000 308-530-1996.
Dream vehicles bought & sold here!
1013 Campers/RVs CHALLENGER 2002 5TH WHEEL, two slides 30’, excellent condition, used very little, $8900 OBO (308) 991-5272
Rev it up in the Classifieds !
New 2014 Toyota CAMRY
SE
KAWASAKI 2004 1600 MEAN STREAK- Candy Thunder Blue. Hyper charger, hard chrome true duals, 4737 miles. Very Sharp! $4750 or best offer. 308-530-4199
1016 Antique /Classic MG 1969 MIDGET CONVERTIBLE HARDTOP, fully restored, $7900 OBO (308) 991-5272.
New 2014 Toyota PRIUS
#TE159
$203.60*
$25,776**
$226.12*
New 2014 Toyota SIENNA LE #TE301
$226.44*
1031 Pickups FORD 1994 F150- Regular cab, 5.8L V8 automatic, 4x4, fresh oil change, spark plugs, battery and starter runs great, good tires, $2,200. (308) 368-7733
FORD 2013 F-250- Super Duty Diesel 6.7 Liter Diesel FX4 Lariat Edition 4 door 4WD. Completely Loaded! 63,000 miles. Must Sell. $37,000. 308-746-5675 DODGE 2004 RAM 2500 Crew Cab 4x4, Off road package, 138,000 miles $12,000.00. Call 308-650-9553.
#TE197
$25,781**
New 2014 Toyota RAV4 LE AWD
KAWASAKI 2006 KLR 650, 23,000 miles, includes: pants, helmet, jacket, 2 exhaust pipes, 2 seats, 2 windshields, 2 sets of tires, new battery and has always been serviced, $2800 . 308-520-0362
3
#TE180
$23,382**
#TE222
COACHMAN 1999 22’ CATALINA SPORTClass C Motor Home, vortec 7400 gas, 98,685 miles $10,500 308-530-1494
$30,377**
1031 Pickups CHEVY 2007 COLORADO 4cyl, 5 speed, Tool Box topper, 48,000 miles, $7,500 or best offer, 308-650-9553
1025 Motorcycles
Find yours in the CLASSIFIEDS! (308) 532-6000
TOYOTA 2008 TACOMA 4X4, Nice truck, lots of options, $20,000 OBO. (308) 520-4443 CHEVROLET 2005 DURAMAX DIESEL 2500 HD, 4 door crew cab, 210,000 miles, call for more info. 308-539-1280
1032 SUVs FORD 2008 EXPLORER Eddie Bauer model, loaded, excellent condition, moving, must sell, $12,000 OBO.(308) 530-0485 JEEP 1988 WRANGLER 4 cylinder, 134,000 miles, excellent shape, good tires, back seats, red and chrome wheels, hard top, $4500. Leave message 308-582-4452. HONDA 2008 CRV, low mileage, loaded, $18,500 OBO , must sell (308)530-0485.
New 2014 Toyota PRIUS V2
$26,648**
$246.73*
New 2014 Toyota 4RUNNER SR5 4X4 V6 #TE299
$286.62*
$34,156**
$395.39*
*36 MONTH 36,000 MILE LEASE. $2000 CAP COST REDUCTION OR TRADE EQUITY. 1ST PAYMENT AND $10 TITLE FEE DUE AT SIGNING. INCLUDES TMS LEASE BONUS CASH WITH APPROVED CREDIT THROUGH TFS. WAIVED SECURITY DEPOSIT. PAYMENTS DO NOT INCLUDE SALES TAX. GOOD THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2014. ** PLUS A DEALER FEE OF $154.
Dear Tom and Ray: I bought my used 2000 Nissan Xterra almost three years ago. Every once in a while it did this weird thing where all the dashboard functions froze. The tachometer, speedometer, temperature gauge, fuel gauge and digital odometer all stopped working. The odometer would, at first, be random nonsense. Then it would gradually fade away. It seemed to be happening when the car got hot, so I used my windshield cover and parked it in the shade most of the time, and it stopped happening. Then, after about two years, this past winter it started happening again. Now it's happening frequently. When I went for an oil change, I asked them to check the battery, which they said is fine. On the way home from the oil change, it happened three times. It happened twice the next day, and then everything stayed frozen until I parked the car. Usually the gauges would all freeze in position, but the last time it happened, they went to zero -- as if the car were shut off. Is this dangerous? Is it some sort of short in the electrical system in the dashboard or something? Should I get it fixed? And will it be expensive? Thanks. -- Nancy TOM: Yes, yes, yes and yes. RAY: It's not dangerous in the sense that your car is going to catch fire this afternoon (I don't think). But it's dangerous in that if there is a real mechanical emergency -- like low oil pressure or overheating -- you might not know about it because your dashboard gauges and warning lights don't work. And that could cause you to cook your engine. TOM: Plus, it's not a great idea to drive without knowing how fast you're going. RAY: It sounds like you have a bad instrument cluster, Nancy. TOM: Sometimes the printed circuit boards in these instrument clusters fail. The problem often starts out intermittently because these tiny broken connections on the circuit board can be affected by heat or by hitting bumps. RAY: Sometimes the circuit board can be repaired. We have a place that we send them out to. If they can find the bad connection, they can solder it and send it back to us. TOM: Of course, that takes time, and the car will be in the shop with the dashboard apart while we wait and see if the board can be fixed -- and then sent back. RAY: But the alternative is getting your dealer to put in a whole new instrument cluster for you. That'll probably cost you close to $1,000. TOM: You can try getting one at a junkyard, Nancy. But you'll still have to pay for the labor, and there's a chance that your "new" one will have the same problem as the old one -- or develop it on your way home. And would that frost you! RAY: If you're determined not to spend any money, if you have a portable GPS unit you can use that to tell you your speed. But that small screen is hard to read. And, like I said, if your oil pressure drops or the engine overheats and your dashboard warning lights don't work, your engine would be toast. TOM: So, see if you can find a shop that can try to help you repair your circuit board first. RAY: If that doesn't work, and if the car is otherwise in good shape and you plan on keeping it for another year or two, then the best thing to do is bite the bullet and replace the cluster. Good luck, Nancy. *** Don't get stuck with a lemon. Be an informed shopper. Read Tom and Ray's guide "How to Buy a Great Used Car: Secrets Only Your Mechanic Knows." Send $4.75 (check or money order) to Used Car, P.O. Box 536475, Orlando, FL 32853-6475. *** Get more Click and Clack in their new book, "Ask Click and Clack: Answers from Car
Peace of mind with every new Toyota. Featuring a complimentary maintenance plan with roadside assistance.
BY TOM AND RAY MAGLIOZZI
* Don't sign an agreement that's too long. The benefit of leasing is that you aren't still driving the car when it starts to exhibit the wear and tear that is inevitable with older vehicles. So drivers should limit the terms of their lease to two or three years, a period during which the vehicle will still be under warranty. Once the warranty has expired, it's time for lessees to move on to another vehicle. If your lease terms are more than three years, consider purchasing an extended warranty to cover the remaining years of the lease. But in general it's best to limit leases to three years or less, when the car is unlikely to need repairs and, even if it does, such repairs are likely to be covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
More D e t a i l s = Faster Sales!
1005 Cars
FREEZING GAUGES LIKELY DUE TO BAD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
We at Toyota are devoted to safety and dependability, and proper vehicle maintenance is important to both. That’s why we’re including a complimentary worry-free maintenance plan1 with the purchase or lease of every new Toyota. For 2 years or 25,000 miles, whichever comes first, you and your new vehicle will be covered. It’s complimentary peace of mind and we’re the only full-line brand to offer anything like it.
Talk." Got a question about cars? Write to Click and Clack in care of this newspaper, or e-mail them by visiting the Car Talk Web site at www.cartalk.com. (c) 2014 by Tom and Ray Magliozzi and Doug Berman Distributed by King Features Syndicate, Inc.
SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH TODAY: 1-800-753-7092, (308) 532-6000
OR WWW.NPTELEGRAPH.COM
THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH
FRIDAY, AUGUST 22, 2014
2014 BUICK LACROSSE #4B007
2014 BUICK ENCLAVE
2014 BUICK LACROSSE
#4B012
#4G006
$34,060 MSRP $ -$975 SPADY SAVINGS -$1500 DEMO DISCOUNT YOU SAVE -$3250 REBATE & INCENTIVES $5,725
$53,855 MSRP $ -$2421 SPADY SAVINGS -$3250 REBATE INCENTIVES
28,335
48,184 YOU SAVE $
2014 GMC SIERRA #4G030
#4G033
#4G036
#3G003
$
$47,690 MSRP $ -$3160 SPADY SAVINGS -$2250 REBATE & INCENTIVES YOU SAVE
42,280 $
#3B015
$36,830 MSRP -$3870 SPADY SAVINGS
33,737
$
$
2013 BUICK REGAL TURBO PREMIUM I GROUP
$29,910 MSRP -$3351 SPADY SAVINGS
$
26,554
$31,530 MSRP -$3400 SPADY SAVINGS
$
YOU SAVE
$
$
$
3,870
#3B026
#3B027
3,351
SEE LOTS OF PHOTOS ON OUR WEBSITE UNDER NORDIC. ONLY HAS 70 HOURS. 6.2 LITER V-8 325 HP TOP SPEED 55-65 BRAVO ONE W/55 PROP. MANY OPTIONS: CANOPY TOP/STORAGE COVERS CAPTION CALL EXHAUST. STOP IN AND LOOK IT OVER. CALL FOR MORE DETAILS. SOLD NEW FOR OVER $80,000
$
$24,470 MSRP -$2227 SPADY SAVINGS
YOU SAVE $
$
22,243 YOU SAVE
5,500
$
2,227
2015 GMC SIERRA 2500
2015 GMC SIERRA 2500
2015 GMC SIERRA 2500 4WD, SLT, HEATED/COOLED LEATHER, BACK UP CAMERA, REMOTE START, TOW PKG
4WD, SLE, HEATED SEATS, NAV, REMOTE START, BACK UP CAMERA, TWO PKG
#U8895
#U8898
#U8901
4WD, SLT, HEATED/COOLED LEATHER SEATS, NAV , REMOTE START, BACK UP CAMERA
DIESEL - TWO AT THIS PRICE YOU CHOOSE
DIESEL
$60,420 MSRP
$59,320 MSRP
$
53,575 YOUR PRICE
3,400
2012 NORDIC 22’ EVOLUTION BOAT W/TRAILER
TURBO PREMIUM I GROUP
28,025
28,130
YOU SAVE
2013 BUICK VERANO
$
6,506
YOU SAVE
2013 BUICK REGAL
$33,525 MSRP -$5500 SPADY SAVINGS
44,979 YOU SAVE
5,410
#3B021
32,960
2,718
TURBO PREMIUM I GROUP
$51,485 MSRP -$3500 INCENTIVES
#3B022
$
YOU SAVE
4WD HYBRID CREW CAB
2013 BUICK REGAL
2013 BUICK REGAL
#3G072
$
4WD CREW CAB SLT
5,224
TURBO PREMIUM II GROUP
$
4,398
2013 GMC SIERRA
AWD SLT-1
$36,455 MSRP -$2718 SPADY SAVINGS
$
35,037
2014 GMC SIERRA 1500
43,031
2013 GMC TERRAIN
$45,165 MSRP $ -$2878 SPADY SAVINGS -$2000 DEMO DISCOUNT YOU SAVE -$5250 REBATE & INCENTIVES $10,128
32,752
2014 SIERRA 1500 4WD
$48,555 MSRP $ -$3274 SPADY SAVINGS -$2250 REBATE & INCENTIVES YOU SAVE
30,823
#4G027
$37,150 MSRP $ -$1148 SPADY SAVINGS -$3250 REBATE & INCENTIVES YOU SAVE
5,671
CREW CAB SLT
$41,555 MSRP $ -$2482 SPADY SAVINGS -$3000 DEMO DISCOUNT YOU SAVE -$5250 REBATE & INCENTIVES $10,727
2014 GMC SIERRA
LEATHER
AWD PREMIUM GROUP
C3
$
51,575
$48,595 MSRP
YOUR PRICE
SUBSCRIBE TO THE NORTH PLATTE TELEGRAPH TODAY: 1-800-753-7092, (308) 532-6000
$
43,875
YOUR PRICE
OR WWW.NPTELEGRAPH.COM
NOW
59,900