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How Do You Add Insurance if You Buy a Car Over the Weekend?

Chris Hardesty-February 6, 2026February 16, 2026

Learn how to add car insurance over the weekend when buying a vehicle. Discover grace periods, 24/7 hotlines, and pre-purchase coverage options to avoid delivery delays.

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How Many Owners Is Too Many for a Used Car?

Lauren Swift-February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

A used car’s number of owners matters less than its condition – review the vehicle history report, verify maintenance, and get a trusted mechanic’s inspection before you buy.

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What “As Is” Means on a Used Car

Chris Hardesty-February 5, 2026February 5, 2026

“As-is” used cars are sold with no dealer warranty – meaning you’re responsible for repairs after purchase. Learn the risks, why inspections matter, and when a CPO warranty may be a better option.

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Is It OK to Buy a Former Rental Car?

Lauren Swift-February 3, 2026February 4, 2026

Learn when it’s safe to consider purchasing a former rental car and the factors to weigh before making a decision.

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How to Sell a Car: A Step-by-Step Guide

Lauren Swift-January 29, 2026January 29, 2026

Sell you car with confidence using this step-by-step guide–compare dealer, private-party, and instant cash offer optionis, prices and prep your vehicle, list it effectively, and complete the sale safely.

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The V10 Audi S6

Chris Teague-January 15, 2026January 15, 2026

The V10-powered Audi S6 was one of the most unique vehicles of the late 2000s.

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Buying a Used Porsche 911: Everything You Need to Know

Chris Teague-January 13, 2026January 23, 2026

Discover the best used Porsche 911 years, key model updates, generations, specs, and what to know about features and reliability.

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Getting the Most Money for Your Trade-In

Chris Hardesty-December 30, 2025January 5, 2026

Get top dollar for your trade-in with simple steps: Clean the car, fix small issues and dents, address curb rash and tires, and bring service records to strengthen your appraisal.