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Understanding how your credit report is used when purchasing a vehicle. Understanding the "Simple Interest Contract". When to put money down and why. I can give you some basic questions to ask the dealer befor signing your papers. I can answer about any question you have about buying a used car from a dealer. I am in Michigan and laws do vary from state to state.
Experience in the area
I have been doing Finance for dealers for 12 years, Sub Prime or Special Finance as it is referred to in the buisness. I also have sold cars at Chevy and Ford dealerships for the last 12 years
Education/Credentials
I have finished many schools, clinics and training classes. 12 years of on the job experience.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Brian | 10/30/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| tom | 04/13/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanx for help. i wonder if it ..... |
| tom | 04/12/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I asked 3 experts. your answer waqs ..... |
| Pradeep | 03/25/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks Shane for your reply |
| Frances | 02/23/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from Shane
2011-10-28 To repair or not to repair?:
Hello and thanks for the question. In my opinion it is not worth repainting the car. You stated that the car also has a bad transmission and that is the bigger problem. Any vehicle that needs a paint job
2011-07-01 Totaled before title transfer:
Hello Sarah thanks for your question. You still have to pay the tax. It is a "sales" tax not a use tax. If you use the car or not does not matter to the state of MI. The vehicle has to be put into your
2011-04-12 1999 pathfinder:
That does look like a nice car. Go check it out, it may be a great deal. Make sure it has a clean and clear title(not salvage,flood,hail damage etc). If everything seems correct and the truck drives good
2011-04-11 1999 pathfinder:
That engine is fine in the Pathfinder. Sounds like a good deal.If it is a 4x4 make sure to put it in 4 low and 4 high to check the transfer case. You should expcet to get around 15-16 mpg with the 4x4
2011-03-24 car title:
I am not sure of New Jersey law, but I will try to help. Here in Michigan when you buy a car from a dealer it is the dealers responsibility to do all of the title and plate work with the DMV. You get your
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