Buying a used car can be a daunting task for most people. It requires full-fledged research to get the health condition and history of a vehicle before you buy it. However, there are a few key factors to take into consideration that can help you determine certain used vehicles to avoid. Watch this video to understand the top 5 warning signs to check before buying a used car right here at Motors Northwest!
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Tacoma is one of the busiest cities in Washington. So, carpooling is a great idea for those who are traveling on the same route/same destination at a common period, especially for employees. Carpooling helps share the costs of driving with other riders, saves time, and reduces traffic stress. Plus, it is an environment-friendly, and sustainable technique as sharing trips decreases air pollution, traffic congestion, and the requirement for parking places. In this Motors Northwest blog post, we’ve curated a list of the top 4 carpooling apps in Tacoma, WA. Keep reading!
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When it comes to buying a family van, many customers are looking for interior space, convenience, and safety at a reasonable price tag. If your requirements are also the same, consider buying used vans! In this blog post, we’ve curated a list of available used vans at Motors Northwest in September 2021. These used cars come with standard features and valuable options. Every van listed in our showroom comes with a free CARFAX vehicle history report. Keep reading to know more about the key features of these used vans.
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Nowadays, the cost of buying a new car is twice as much as a used car would, and the depreciation of a new car happens very fast. For most drivers, purchasing a used car is the best option considering getting auto financing. There’s no hard-and-fast rule that says how many miles are too many when buying used cars. On average, a car can travel 12,000 miles/year approximately. So, to determine whether a car has good mileage, simply multiply miles/year by its age. That means good mileage for a car that’s 8 years old is 96,000 miles. In general, considering a used car with low mileage is a good choice. Continue reading the Motors Northwest blog post to learn the general guidelines to keep in mind when opting for used cars.
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If you are searching for the used hybrid and electric vehicles in Tacoma, WA, you’ve come to the right place! Buying a used hybrid vehicle is a great way to save time and money at the pump. Currently, Motors Northwest has four of the most popular used alternative vehicles. From the Lexus GS 450h to Tesla Model 3, there is a used hybrid option for anyone. Keep reading to learn more about the available used Hybrid models in this blog post!
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Smoke coming from under the hood of your car while driving? It is one of the signs of car overheating. The engine can overheat for many reasons. Some of the possible causes of car overheating – improperly circulating coolant, leakage in the cooling system, less coolant and oil, a broken water pump, issues in radiator, belts, and hoses, thermostat failure, and plugged up heater core. Motors Northwest is here to help you learn the common causes, steps to take, and dos and don’ts when your car overheats. Continue reading!
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