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Here at JTL Auto Sales Inc, we’re striving to expand what we offer to local Selden NY drivers. From our exciting used inventory to the expert finance center and our customer service experience, our dealership has been a long-time resource for buying vehicles, but not much beyond that.

Thankfully, we’re well on our way to receiving certification as a NY State Inspection site. Once we work through the approval process to become designated, then all customers throughout Selden and beyond will be able to have their vehicles inspected at our convenient showroom location.

The team working here at JTL Auto Sales Inc wanted to pass along some tips for haggling for the best price on a used car.

If you plan on getting the best deal on a used car, you need to be able to know the numbers before beginning the negotiating process. There are countless online resources that will tell you what the used car is worth on the market today, so you can use that as your starting point when haggling.

Getting a car loan may depend on your credit score and history. If your credit isn't where you want it to be right now, the good news is that you can improve it. Effective ways to increase your credit score include eliminating a debt balance or lowing your credit utilization rate.

Don't get overwhelmed at the thought of your teen driving on the roads, you can do your part to make sure they are safe. Here are a few things to consider before choosing your teen's first vehicle.

The one thing to consider is the more car, the safer your child. Look for bigger and heavier, it will go a long way in keeping them safe if they hit a stationary object or get hit by another driver.

This is not the time to set up your child to be a NASCAR driver. Forget about a muscle car, regardless…

Are you financing an auto for the first time and feeling that you really don’t know what you’re doing? We at JTL Auto Sales what you to make an informed decision based on your knowledge of auto financing. Come to see us and let us walk you through the lending process and help you become an auto owner quickly and easily.

Purchasing a car is a big investment, especially when you’re getting financing. It’s very important that you understand these terms.

• APR – The amount of interest you’re charged
• Cosigner – Another person who signs on a…

You've been waiting all year for football season to begin. You are probably more excited about tailgating than you are about watching the actual game. That's perfectly normal! Now's the time to start preparing your tailgating essentials kit so you'll be all ready to go that first game.

• Party supply stores have large tins and containers that are perfect for taking food on the go in large quantities.
• A small grill that runs off of propane can easily allow you to cook things like hot dogs or hamburgers.
• Don't forget the grill utensils!
• Have a…

New cars are nice, but they don’t have the same value as a used car. You may think it’s best to purchase a car only if it’s new, but you’re actually wasting thousands of dollars. You could simply buy a used car within the same model year and shave off thousands, while also typically taking advantage of the warranty and upgrades that come with the latest car models.

In fact, just upgrading to a 2015 used car guarantees that you’ll have more technology and driver safety built into your vehicle. This is thanks to the…

Car care is an important factor in owning a vehicle. If you have a new or classic vehicle, then keeping it looking its best and protecting it is of high importance.

When a client comes into our dealership looking for a used vehicle, one of the first things they notice is how new it looks. To keep your car ready for resale, using a car cover may help it bring in more of a return.

Have you always owned front-wheel drive vehicles, so you're not sure about the differences between front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive? Maybe you're in the opposite situation and have never owned a vehicle with front-wheel drive. When you're choosing a vehicle, you want to be able to find the option that will work the best for your needs.