Financing & Credit
How Does Buy Here Pay Here Work? (And What's the Catch?)
How buy here pay here actually works, what it costs, what the downsides are, and the questions to ask any dealer before you sign.
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Used Car Guides and Financing Help
Guides for shoppers in Fort Worth and the surrounding DFW metroplex.
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Used Car Buying Guide
Bill of Sale for Used Cars: A Spanish-Language Guide
How a Texas bill of sale works for a used car purchase, the Spanish-language requirements under Texas law, and what to bring to the county tax office.
Financing & Credit
Want a Better Car Loan? Start by Improving Your Credit Score
Seven practical steps to strengthen your credit before you shop for a car loan - pulling your report, fixing errors, lowering balances, and tracking your progress.
Financing & Credit
Bad Credit Car Buying: Options and Solutions
How to buy a car with bad credit in Fort Worth - in-house financing, credit unions, and online lenders compared, plus how to strengthen your application.
Financing & Credit
The Benefits of Buying a Used Car with In-House Financing
The advantages of in-house financing at Cowtown Auto Group in Fort Worth - faster approvals, flexible terms for all credit types, and less paperwork.
Trucks & SUVs
Top 6 Most Reliable Used SUVs Under $20,000
Six dependable used SUVs to consider under $20,000 - fuel economy, cargo space, towing capacity, and what to check before you buy each one.
Trucks & SUVs
7 Essential Steps to Buy a Used SUV in Fort Worth
A seven-step guide to buying a used SUV in Fort Worth - researching models, checking vehicle history, comparing prices, financing, and closing the deal.
Trucks & SUVs
Essential Maintenance Tips for a Used Ford F-150 4x4 with the 5.0 V8 Engine
Oil changes, tire care, brakes, transmission, the 4x4 system, cooling, and battery upkeep - a maintenance checklist for a used Ford F-150 4x4 with the 5.0 V8.
Trucks & SUVs
How to Choose the Best Used Truck for Your Needs
Towing and payload, fuel efficiency, cab comfort, and budget - how to narrow down a used truck purchase to the model and financing that actually fit your needs.
Vehicle & Brand Guides
Why Are My Vehicle's Brakes Squeaking? Causes, Fixes, and Prevention
The common causes of squeaky brakes - moisture, worn pads, glazing, debris - how to fix each one, and when the noise means it is time to see a mechanic.
Financing & Credit
In-House Financing vs Bank Loans: Which is Better?
A plain comparison of in-house (buy here pay here) financing and bank loans - approval speed, credit requirements, and how to decide which fits your situation.