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Car Pal is a National Car Buying Service with Over 10 Years of Experience

We like our clients to be as informed as possible about what we do, so we encourage you to learn more about our services and how we work hard on your behalf to find you your perfect new, used or leased car or truck.

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What Exactly IS an Auto Broker? Good Question!

By Lindsay Graham | March 10, 2023

From negotiating prices to handling paperwork, an auto broker can take the hassle out of car buying and ensure you get the best deal possible. …

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Avoid this Mistake – Car Brokers are NOT Car Buyers Agents – What to Know in 2023

By Lindsay Graham | February 28, 2023

There’s a big difference between a car broker and a car buyer’s agent. Many brokers promote themselves as buyers’ agents, but in reality, they receive payment from dealerships as well as car buyers. Know the facts, so you can get your best deal!…

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A car buyer's agent can save you time, stress, and money--so you drive away happy!

Updated for 2023: A Complete Guide to Using a Car Buyer’s Agent

By Stephanie Baum | February 28, 2023

If you’re like the majority of car buyers, you may not relish the thought of buying or leasing your next car. It’s not easy to shop in a dealership without feeling pressured, and there are hidden costs to buying online with a car buying service. How can you protect yourself? A car buyer’s agent just may be the hero you need.

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What is the Value of Your Car Lease? More Than You Think! Profit From Car Pal Intel in 2022

By Lindsay Graham | December 23, 2021

We here at Car Pal are writing to help you and your friends and family stay informed about the state of the…

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How to Make the Best Car Deal: 17 Strategies for 2022

By Lindsay Graham | December 1, 2021

Car Pal’s Advice for Negotiating the Best Car Deal You Possibly Can You may feel that you’re a good negotiator, and you…

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LendingTree: Finding the Best Car-Buying Service for You

Finding the Best Car-Buying Service for You

By Lindsay Graham | August 22, 2021

Jenn Jones wrote a comprehensive LendingTree article entitled “Finding the Best Car-Buying Service for You” which gives a great overview of the whole car-buying service marketplace and how Car Pal fits into it.

Car Pal’s national consumer-centric and business model is quite innovative in the marketplace. Because of this, we are always happy when other organizations take notice of our approach.

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A Comprehensive Guide To The Home Vehicle Delivery Process

By Lindsay Graham | June 17, 2021

To most consumers, the long-distance car buying and home vehicle delivery process is a complete mystery. We’ll explain how it works, step-by-step….

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## Warning: Don’t Trust Bargain Car Prices You See Online

By Lindsay Graham | May 5, 2021

Word of the Day: tregetour – juggler, trickster, deceiver So many times, people see good looking online car prices that make them…

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Buying a Car? 4 Questions to Answer BEFORE Going to the Dealer

Buying a Car? 4 Helpful Questions to Answer BEFORE Going to the Dealer

By Lindsay Graham | March 2, 2021

When buying a car, we know on some level that this major purchase is all about our own and/or your family’s needs….

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Buying a used vehicle from out of town or out of state is easy with Car Pal's help.

Checklist For Buying A Used Vehicle From Out Of Town Or Out Of State In 2021

By Lindsay Graham | March 2, 2021

Using the internet, many used car buyers go out of town or even out of state to purchase a used or pre-owned vehicle. This can be a good way to find a far better vehicle than you might find locally; or in many cases, a better overall deal in terms of vehicle, miles, and price. Here’s how it works….

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CarGurus V. Car Pal: Online Brokers Aren't What They Seem

CarGurus v. Car Pal: Online Brokers Aren’t What They Seem

By Lindsay Graham | March 1, 2021

When you search for car-buying services, you’ll see lots of options, including CarGurus, TrueCar, Cars.com, and Costco. These auto-buying companies are very aggressive in gaining your business, but they’re much less aggressive in protecting you from bad deals….

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The Lowdown On Auto Insurance in 2021 and How To Steer Clear of Steep Rate Increases

By Susan Docktor | February 10, 2021

Everybody knows that when insurance companies issue you a policy, they take your driving record into account. And that makes sense. How…

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# Best Hat EVER!

By Matthew Fass | January 13, 2021

## At Car Pal, we are ever conscious of fashion trends. Meet our fashionable and hysterically funny clients Marna and Jim who…

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Is It Worth it to Pay a Car Buyer’s Agent?

By Lindsay Graham | November 11, 2020

Is it worth to pay a car buyer’s agent? When you break down what we handle, suddenly our fee seems like a small price to pay for all the supervision we provide to our clients….

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You Don’t Have To Be Famous To Use Car Pal

By Emily Johnson-Erday | October 21, 2020

Wherever you go in the Big Apple, it’s possible that the person next to you on the subway just might be a movie star. It turns out movie stars need cars, too!…

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Car Shopping in the Age of COVID-19: An Update

By Angela Chance | September 25, 2020

Car Shopping in the Age of COVID-19 has completely changed since the onset of the pandemic. Here’s the current state of industry….

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Customer Writes Poem About Her New Used Car

By Lindsay Graham | August 17, 2020

We love our clients because they are unique and creative people and we get to know each one during the car buying process. And our clients love us back and sometimes share their passions with us, including their poetry….

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Sai Looking Spry in His 428i – Car Pal Lends a Helping Hand

By Angela Chance | July 27, 2020

With a cross country move under his belt, middle school teacher Sai quickly realized that the time was right for his first set of wheels as he started a new life in sunny Miami. Car Pal’s mission is to work with customers like Sai to help with buying a car….

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