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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:08pm On Apr 27, 2016
Benefits of salvage car auction

Salvage car auction provides the manufacturers ample scope to get foreign car parts in affordable prices. Salvage cars are those which are damaged from either accidents or natural calamities. Stolen cars are also included in the list. Often the stolen cars after recovery are beyond repair. Insurance companies find it rational to sell them rather than to sponsor for the repair. Moreover in these cases the repairmen cost exceeds the insurance money.

For individual buyers salvage car auction is not a good proposition. Though there are sections of cars which are claimed as repairable cars, you can never know the extent of damage. Moreover in online auctions of salvaged cars you are likely to be fooled. But auctionexport.com assures you to find all the salvage car auctions taking place in USA.
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:09pm On Apr 27, 2016
Taking part and buying a salvage car is one thing. On the other hand getting the legal ownership of the salvage car is completely different. Always remember, these cars are unclaimed. But the legal documents are with the original owner. So there can be legal hassles after you buy a car. Auctionexport will help you out to untangle these complicacies.
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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:12pm On Apr 27, 2016
The good part of a salvage car auction is that, they help the insurance companies to dispense with the heaps of cars that are coming to them every year. Moreover, it is through these auctions that the manufacturers of different countries get access to US made car-parts in a cheaper rate. They can incorporate these parts in their manufacturing too. Though, the parts are foreign, the cost of the car will also be within reach.
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 5:35pm On Apr 28, 2016
The Chinese Will Show In Beijing next Tesla Competitor

Chinese corporation LeEco, also known under its former name Letv, presented a prototype of electric vehicle LeSee. They are going to put Tesla in a series and position it as a future rival of Tesla Model S.

The public premiere will be held on the electric Beijing Auto Show, which opens on 25 April. On the pictures and promotional video can be seen that the four-door concept has a panoramic roof, mirrors are replaced by rear view cameras and lights are connected by a continuous curved line of spectacular. Inside the cabin instead of the standard switch is a large touch screen display, by means of which there will be the choice of different functions.

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 5:36pm On Apr 28, 2016
Technical specs are kept secret. We only know that the maximum LeSee speed is about 210 km /h. There is also information that the vehicle is equipped with an autonomous driving systems. Already, the creators of the electric vehicle say that it will go to a series. If the plans materialize, the assembly of the model, most likely will be occupied by Aston Martin. LeEco Corporation signed a cooperation agreement with Aston Martin.
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 5:36pm On Apr 28, 2016
Mercedes-Benz GLC: supercharged

What is revolutionary in the GLC, apart from ingenious electronics? Layout is still classic, with a longitudinal arrangement of the power unit and two-lever front suspension, and design is in the spirit of the mainstream.

However, attention is drawn to athletic proportions: an elongated bonnet and the longest wheelbase in the class give a silhouette of respectability, but do not add some space in the cabin.

But the premium crossover does not have to be a “barn”. Worse is that under the hood hides are impressive four-cylinder engines ( “six” is promised in the future), albeit turbocharged.

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 5:42pm On Apr 28, 2016
Audi Q5: collective image

One of the defendants in the age of our review are similar to “Mercedes” scheme and layout of the front suspension, while the Q5 “grown” from the original front-drive platform. But here is of course, a branded transmission quattro of all versions, and it is, again, closer to mercedes all-wheel drive system: and there is – self-locking center differential, while the BMW instead it is a clutch, connecting the front wheel “on demand”. But eightfold “automatic” is on the contrary, like BMW, and the similarity here is not simply formal: two German producers, in contrast to the “Mercedes“, do not make such a box independently, and bought them from the company ZF.

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 5:44pm On Apr 28, 2016
Uncontrollable Luxury: 9 Insanely Expensive Car Accessories

If you think that it is impossible to make much more expensive such car as a luxury sedan Rolls-Royce or Porsche sports car, then you are wrong. Here is a list of the most expensive automobile accessories.

Any car is not a cheap thing, not mention even the works of luxury brands such as Bentley, Rolls-Royce and Porsche. However, car manufacturers manage to come up with a way of increasing their value more and more. Site Luxurylaunches compiled a list of the nine most expensive accessories that can be attributed to the price tag of the car with a couple of extra zeros. 6 gadgets for every car

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:12pm On May 02, 2016
Few Things About Car shipping from USA

Few peculiar things need to be taken care of in the process of car shipping from USA, if you desire to receive your dream car on guaranteed dates. Pick-up and the delivery terms are just estimates and not guaranteed dates. Lots of unforeseen problems may turn up on the roads that include traffic jams, mechanical breakdowns and unfavorable weather conditions that delay the delivery.

Curiously enough, major cause for delays rests upon customers themselves. If you delay in arriving to the drop-off or the pick-up locations on time, make some changes in the last minute and so on, the delivery gets delayed. Much depends on the punctuality and reliability that you too maintain. The better you perform your part, the sooner you may get your car.

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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:13pm On May 02, 2016
Receive the inspection report describing your car’s condition spelling out all existing cracks, scratches and so on before pick-up by the shipping company. You would need this report for checking its condition upon delivery of your vehicle.
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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:13pm On May 02, 2016
Make sure that you reach on time at drop-off spot. Soon after you receive the car by the moving company, make a slow and thorough inspection while inspecting against the report that you were given previously. If you find any discrepancies between its actual condition and the report, note them and also make sure that you receive the signature of the truck driver on the papers.

Door-to-door car shipping from USA doesn’t necessarily imply that the truck would stop right in front of your doors. The truck driver would get your vehicle to the delivery or pick-up point, as close as possible according to terms of safety and law.

http://www.auctionexport.com/Few-Things-About-Car-shipping-from-USA.html
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:30pm On May 02, 2016
Get The Most Favorable Financing & Insurance Deal

Invoice pricing is easier and more popular than before. This is making it difficult for dealer to squeeze gains out of transactions in new cars. Most of the profit has gone reverse gear to the “back end” that is inclusive of the F&I Department. Many of buyers let go of their defenses in the F&I department and forego any solid bargaining they have managed on the purchased price of the car.

http://www.auctionexport.com/Financing-n-Insurance-Deal.html
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:31pm On May 02, 2016
For financing a car purchase there are many alternatives – credit unions, banks as well as dealers. In some instances the loan taken from the dealer comes from a bank on whose doors you can directly knock yourself. Actually dealers play the role of being loan agents while trying to help the buyer get the best rate. But what they do is to add to the percentage over and above what they get from the banks which they pocket.

There are a good number of captive financing firms that offer loan rates that are discounted. One can get the best deal by financing through them. The chances of making savings increases, if one shops during a period when incentives are being offered.

http://www.auctionexport.com/Financing-n-Insurance-Deal.html
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 3:52pm On May 03, 2016
Right Motorcycle Export Tips

Do you want a good price for your suave motorcycle? Are you fed up trying in your own country? Probably it is time to contact auctionexport.com as they will connect you to buyers of foreign countries who will get good price for your motorcycle, provided your motorcycle has something to flaunt. Same for those, who have a penchant for foreign cars but are afraid of the pocket pinch. Come to auctionexport and get to know about foreign dealers of motorcycles from whom you can get your desired buy.
gh. Otherwise, you cannot get a good price. Also make sure, that you have all the papers and other necessary documents with you.

www.auctionexport.com
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 3:53pm On May 03, 2016
Your well kept heritage motorcycle is not much valued in your country. But who knows, what’s the case in other countries? Auctionexport surely knows. Especially if you want to get connected to countries of North America, it is the best place to get started with.

Getting a Nigeria manufactured motorcycle sold in a foreign country cannot be done in ones individual effort. It is not easy for the export dealers too, to strike the right deal as there will be a lot of negotiation over price, condition of the motorcycle.
www.auctionexport.com

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 3:54pm On May 03, 2016
But autoexport gives you an ample number of options and gives you customized services. So here your options are not limited as all possible USA dealers are registered with it. You can seek a number of dealers and off-shore buyers to match with your demands. Make sure that the condition of the motorcycle is good and convincing enou


http://www.auctionexport.com/Right-Motorcycle-export-tips.html
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 4:31pm On May 03, 2016
The Datson company came into existence in 1911 when a professionally trained engineer from America by the name of Sotaro Hashimato joined hands with three other people and created the company Kwaishinsha. On 26th December, 1933, the company Nissan was established and it took over the manufacturing of Datsons from another automobile division called Tobata casting company limited. On 1st June, 1934, the company got a new name – Nissan Motor Company Limited. Yoshisuke Aikawa, a brilliant leader from Nissan Combine was its founder. His plans were grand – to produce en mass 10000 – 15000 units every year and was all set to put his plans into practice.
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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 4:58pm On May 03, 2016
The Japanese manufacturers have this great ability to become legends especially in the field of automobile industry. Their speciality lies in the fact that they give first priority to the needs of their customers and leave all else behind. This pure Japanese tradition has produced great results in the market. Today, we have Suzuki, Mazda, Honda, Subaru, Daihatsu and Mitsubishi as few of the biggest names amongst automobile manufacturers.

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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:38pm On May 04, 2016
5 Check Point Before You will Get a Car For Your Women

Usually men think that women drive worse and maybe it’s even true. Because for women it is a great decision to get behind the wheel, sometimes it’s a coincidence, and the need and sometimes is just an opportunity to become a responsible owner of the car and a good driver. Dispelling myths about women’s driving

For men, it is important to understand and to help his companion, his beloved daughter or mother to learn driving and make the right choice of car. Here at this stage you need to make an informed choice. In this situation opinions are usually divided because some people think that it is better to take a completely new car and not to have any problems with repairing and other unpredictable situations that may occur, while others still believe that the first car has to be such a vehicle that you do not mind to use, drive and operate as you want. Well, consider both options. Why buying a car may cause breakup

http://www.auctionexportblog.com/5-check-point-before-you-will-get-a-car-for-your-women/

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:44pm On May 04, 2016
The pros and cons of a new car

Best car is a new car! Surely you’ve heard about this thousands of times by hundreds of people, and this is generally true. The new car is usually by so-to-date design, modern safety technology and level of comfort. On modern cars is easier and more pleasant to ride. When the driver feels comfortable behind the wheel when he is confident in the reliability of his car, it is less subject to stress and he can concentrate fully on the road. Plus, more advanced electronics in new cars helps to avoid the majority of small but dangerous mistakes, and sometimes tells what to do. For beginners, especially for women, it is very important from the point of view of psychology. Their actions by the hands and feet are not even brought to the automatism – that is the main cause of fear, confusion, self-doubt and even panic. Beginners think more about when and how to shift gears smoothly and release the clutch, than follow the road, look in the mirror and learn to predict the situation. Hence is the frequent situation of force majeure, ending slammed on the brakes or sudden movements of the steering wheel. Here’s the electronics comes to the rescue, so it is advisable not to spare money for the stabilization of the system ( ESP, ESC, and so on. P.)

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Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:45pm On May 04, 2016
Pros and cons of a used car

Take the used car and do not worry. All the same, you will break something, while studying. “You can’t buy a new car from the start” – these words are usually said by supporters of this theory. The main argument of such advisers is: it’s expensive. Expensive to buy, expensive to maintain, expensive to repair. Indeed, for certain categories of people to buy a used car is a great solution because:

the prices of new cars are too high. For the same money you can buy a used car a class above or just save a decent amount, which then can be spent on the purchase of a new car;
branded service stations charge for their services crazy money, so even on the parts price is wound. A used car can be repaired or to be given in private workshops, and you can buy spare parts on a car market;
any newcomer mandatory beats the mirrors, bumpers the breaks and puts scratches. We really don’t want our new car to be exposed to such tests. But frankly speaking it is very difficult to avoid such situations. But the used car seems is just designed for such manipulations;
moreover, all this newfangled electronics is for wimps. To become a good driver, you must first learn to ride without any assistants, and then the sea will be on the knee, and the mountains – on the shoulder.

http://www.auctionexportblog.com/5-check-point-before-you-will-get-a-car-for-your-women/

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:18pm On May 05, 2016
Get Branded Cars from Salvage Auto Auction in the USA

Normally, Americans do not participate in any salvage auto auction, as they wouldn’t be able to use them on road, particularly due to the stringent vehicle on-road policies in the United States. However, by incorporating few techniques while buying a car, one can ensure that they get to buy great cars at salvage auctions.

We all know that buying a car from salvage auction has never been simpler. In order to simplify this task, you can take help from the well known auto auction dealers. These dealers offer help in person and over the internet. They have first hand experience in selling the salved vehicle throughout the world.

www.auctionexport.com
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:19pm On May 05, 2016
You could securely bid for the vehicle that you choose to buy with assistance from the dealers. Once the entire deal is finalized, the expo companies will help you to get through customs department, as they are aware of all the laws and the necessary legal procedures related to buying, selling and shipping of cars from USA to other parts of the world, especially Nigeria.

www.auctionexport.com
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:20pm On May 05, 2016
The services offered by the expo companies also include prompt pick up and drop services, strict adherence to the delivery timeframe, extended and enhanced coverage, excellent customer care support and others.

Some salvage auto auction dealers offer complete solutions for selling and shipping used cars to your country. These companies also ensure that you get a legitimate deal and your vehicle is worth the money you are spending on it.

http://www.auctionexport.com/Get-Branded-Cars-from-Salvage-Auto-Auction-in-the-USA.html
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:40pm On May 05, 2016
The New York International Auto Show, following five cars


We continue to talk about 10 Novelties of New York International Auto Show.

So, the next one is Audi R8 Spyder.

Meet the new Audi r8 – it might be a Tesla rival in the future

What is interesting: laser lights, soft roof
Competitors: Porsche 911 Turbo S, Aston Martin DB9

http://www.auctionexportblog.com/the-new-york-international-auto-show-following-five-cars/

Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 6:41pm On May 05, 2016
Get New car USA Make at Nigeria

If you really love to drive your own dream car in Nigeria, then it is possible to export a new car USA make. It will also fulfill your dream to drive around in an imported car. Usually it is quite difficult to obtain most of the premium cars models in various local showrooms, as they arrive in very limited numbers.

On the top of that, you will also need to shell out very hefty amount of additional taxes in Nigeria, which will be a costly affair for you. Fortunately you have got the option of making an online purchase that now offers the shipment of new car USA at very affordable price and also promises prompt delivery.

There is a streamlined auction procedure available on many of the websites, which permit importing of cars in Nigeria, by avoiding all complex paperwork hassles and lengthy delivery schedules.

http://www.auctionexport.com/Get-New-car-USA-Make-at-Nigeria.html
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 1:40pm On May 06, 2016
Style, technology, practicality and value

In 2015, more than four in every five cars on Britain’s roads were created abroad. Yet there was a time when Britain was the world’s second biggest car-maker after the USA, and the world’s greatest car exporter.

Unsurprisingly, then, British cars have had an enormous influence on the way the car has developed. Style, technology, practicality and value have all been improved by British innovation. Here are 10 that I think made a difference.

LINK: http://www.bbc.co.uk/timelines/zqhr82p
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 2:39pm On May 06, 2016
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 5:00pm On May 06, 2016
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 8:44pm On May 06, 2016
Ten Steps For Buying A Used Car Without Getting Screwed

10.) Know your budget

9.) Research the model

8.) Check the forums

7.) Look for used-car auctions

6.) Find out what certified means

5.) Don't buy on impulse

4.) Use your own mechanic

3.) Inspect the owner, not just the car

2.) Check the insurance

1.) Be willing to walk away
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 12:39pm On May 09, 2016
Re: Tips for car owners and those who are looking for a car! by CarXus: 3:13pm On May 09, 2016
Buying a Car: What to Know Before You Go


Know the Invoice Price

Once you’ve settled on what car is right for you, look up the invoice price for that car in our Buyer’s Guide. Invoice price is what the dealer pays the manufacturer for the car; the manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP, or “sticker price”) includes hundreds—usually thousands—of dollars of profit for the dealer. With the exception of all-new or very popular models, you should be able to get a new car for closer to invoice than MSRP. Knowing the invoice price of your car will tell the dealer that you mean business and expect a good deal. Don’t walk into the dealership without this information

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