AUTOCENTERS ST. CHARLES BLOG - ST. LOUIS, MO

Can you feel that crisp, fall air? That means autumn is settling in in the St. Louis area--it also means that winter is on its way.

If you spend last winter avoiding snowy roadways or losing traction even with winter tires on, you're likely thinking of upgrading your ride to something with all-wheel drive this year. All-wheel drive cars and SUVs offer great handling year-round, with better traction on wet, rainy roads in the spring and summer, and more control on snowy or icy roads in the fall and winter.

Getting a reliable used truck is the aim of many local St. Louis and St. Charles shoppers--but what about those who are looking for a car that satisfies your need for creature comforts instead of muscle and brawn?

Luxury cars are a dream to drive in St. Louis--even when there's traffic. Crossing rivers, cruising down highways, finding hidden back roads and secret places, and even getting far out of town to natural sights in Missouri or Illinois.

But, what are the most reliable used luxury cars to buy, for local drivers who want a premium experience without premium price…

If you live near St. Louis--or if you head into the city for a night on the town on weekends--there's a chance that you've called an Uber or Lyft, or at least shared one with a friend. These people-powered taxi alternatives have grown significantly in STL and St. Charles over the past few years (they were actually banned when Uber first begun) and show no sign of slowing down.

A lot of local drivers have signed up to drive for these apps. It's an easy way to make some fast cash on the side, on your own…

If you'll be heading back to campus soon, at Jefferson College, SLU, Maryville University, UMSL, SCC, or Lindenwood University, and you're just planning to get around the same way a lot of college kids do--borrowing friends' cars, bumming rides, taking Ubers, riding busses--maybe it's time to consider something different.

It's surprisingly easy for first-time buyers to get an affordable, fun, and convenient pre-owned vehicle for the college life, and we're excited to help.

Owning your own car in college has benefits beyond just the freedom to travel, and it can open a lot of doors…

At AutoCenters St. Charles, we specialize in helping people get what they need, with a vehicle and a financing plan that they can really feel good about.

So, for those drivers in the greater St Louis who are shopping for a used car under $10,000, we're doubling down this summer to find the best pre-owned vehicles at the best prices.

If you've been dreaming of a sports car or a sturdy SUV, you may have also been looking at incentives and dealer offers, and thinking about going all-in with your tax refund on a new car.

But, if you want to really be money-savvy (and if you read our blog, then you definitely do) it's important to consider which vehicles are worth it to buy used instead of new.


 

Whether you're a student getting your first set of wheels, you're finally getting away from hand-me-down vehicles, or you're a habitual public-transportation rider who's buying their first car in St. Louis, you want to be sure that you're getting something that works for you.

And, if what works for you is limited to a budget, you want to make sure that you're not over-spending.

AutoCenters St. Charles has what you need. Here are three vehicles that we think make great first cars for first-time buyers.

Autotrader--one of the most trusted names in the used-car game--once posted a list of the "best used pickup trucks under $15,000", and nobody was surprised to see a the Ford F-150 solidly in the ranking.

The Ford F-Series has been America's best-selling truck for 40 years, and the full-size light-duty F-150 has been leading the pack for nearly as long.

It's seen as the most-reliable, most-capable, and strongest used truck you can buy, and AutoCenter St. Charles has the used Ford F-150 that you want, at a price that you'll love.

Ram trucks have a reputation for being sturdy, strong, durable, and resilient to all of the elements you can throw at it. With a Ram truck, you can be confident on the road, and comfortable behind the wheel.

These attributes are also true for our veterans – strong, durable, tough, and resilient.

This is emotionally captured in this advertisement, which shows two people putting together an airplane, and watching it fly off into the sunset, while Bob Dylan’s immortal song, “Forever Young” plays over their actions.

Here in St. Charles, we are proud of our extensive selection of used vehicles. We find that they are the perfect driving options for customers in need of affordable vehicles that offer reliability, safety, and comfort.

One of the vehicles we see on our lot from time to time is the Ford Focus. It is extremely popular, thanks to its efficiency, sleek style, and aerodynamic stature.