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Want A New Car, Figure Out A Realistic Budget First

Ozzie — Mon, 14 Aug 2017 17:56:49 +0000

Almost ever person I know falls into the trap of wanting more than they can really afford…or more than they should be able to afford, in some cases. That’s just human nature. It would be great if the average person hand an unlimited budget to get the car the want, but we’re not all Paris … Continue reading Want A New Car, Figure Out A Realistic Budget First →

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Miss Your Exit…Don’t Take The Short Cut

Ozzie — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 21:48:51 +0000

Pretty close to the front of my dealership, Freeman Grapevine, there is a fair amount of construction going on at highways 121/114. Now, granted there are a lot of orange cones around and this can make driving on these roads, at times, a tad bit confusing. The construction seemingly changes almost daily, but that is … Continue reading Miss Your Exit…Don’t Take The Short Cut →

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Need a new car, check out used first!

Ozzie — Mon, 27 Apr 2015 20:21:44 +0000

Let’s face it; when living in Texas, it is virtually mandatory that you own a car. Here in the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex, that is especially true. With a limited public transportation system and long distances to cover to get to wherever you need to go, you are going to have a difficult time with … Continue reading Need a new car, check out used first! →

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Tire Tread Depth For Maximum Safety

Ozzie — Wed, 22 Apr 2015 16:56:13 +0000

Understanding tire tread wear and being able to read the signs of overuse, or excessive wear is extraordinarily important in ensuring you are driving on the safest tires possible. I’ve written about it before, and no doubt you’ve read other articles on safe tire tread depth. But today I want to find out, specifically, how … Continue reading Tire Tread Depth For Maximum Safety →

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How To Evaluate Your Shock Absorbers

Ozzie — Mon, 20 Apr 2015 18:08:08 +0000

Okay, Dallas Fort Worth, how do you know when you need replacement shocks? The rule of thumb is every 50,000 miles, but it could be sooner, or even later. Your shock absorbers are an often overlooked but vital aspect to your Freeman Grapevine Buick, or GMC. Checking your shocks is actually a very simple thing to … Continue reading How To Evaluate Your Shock Absorbers →

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Front Wheel, Rear Wheel, All Wheel Drive: Their Pros and Cons

Ozzie — Mon, 15 Jul 2013 19:22:28 +0000

For many new car buyers, the drivetrain of their potential new car is just a given. Meaning that they buy the car for whatever reasons they may have and usually the type of drive train is a secondary consideration. I’m talking the commuter vehicles, sedans and light trucks and SUVs. If you have a perpetual … Continue reading Front Wheel, Rear Wheel, All Wheel Drive: Their Pros and Cons →

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Make Your Tires Shine DFW!

Ozzie — Fri, 21 Jun 2013 15:17:09 +0000

Often overlooked, your tires need care too. Keep them looking sharp and turn some heads, DFW! For most car owners and all car lovers, the look of their car is not only important, it’s an investment of time and care . It is not enough that the engine and the other parts are in mint … Continue reading Make Your Tires Shine DFW! →

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An Insider’s Perspective

Ozzie — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:24:43 +0000

Recently a customer came to us at Freeman Grapevine and asked, “Why is car buying so difficult?” I understand why she asked that, it can be very challenging, and can be as equally frustrating for both a customer and the dealer, but it doesn’t have to be. As an insider, let me explain why, There … Continue reading An Insider’s Perspective →

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Fishy Hit and Run: Cause…”New Car Smell”

Ozzie — Wed, 29 May 2013 15:58:06 +0000

I just ran across this story and it seems a little fishy to me. Let me first preface the quoted article below from the New York Times by saying, this is the first time I’ve EVER heard this happen…let alone used as a defense in court. Read the article and tell me your opinions, I … Continue reading Fishy Hit and Run: Cause…”New Car Smell” →

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Don’t Run Your Fort Worth Buick GMC on “Empty”

Ozzie — Mon, 06 May 2013 16:17:40 +0000

Sounds like a pretty hard thing to do, running your Fort Worth Buick GMC on “E”, it’s obvious not to be taken literally, but is referring to the practice of “Istillhaveafewmoremilesleftism”. Yes, I just made that up, but those of you that have it know who you are. What is running close to empty bad … Continue reading Don’t Run Your Fort Worth Buick GMC on “Empty” →

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