Category Archives: Used Cars

Should You Get a Used Sedan, Hatchback, or Crossover?

Better Option: Used Sedan, Hatchback, or Crossover 

Are you in the market for a quality pre-owned vehicle? Are you trying to decide between a sedan, hatchback, or crossover model? If so, you’ve come to the right place to help improve your decision-making process. When you’ve made your decision between these three options, make sure you stop by Third Coast Auto in Austin, TX to check out the excellent pre-owned vehicle inventory!  Read the rest of this entry >>

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What is electronic stability control and how does it prevent accidents?

While many new cars are available with flashy safety features like automatic emergency braking and autonomous cruise control (which will independently adjust your cruise control speed so you don’t ram into a slow car in front of you on the highway) there are some simpler technology options that have made a big difference. One of these is electronic stability control. What is electronic stability control and how does it prevent accidents? Read the rest of this entry >>

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What are the most dependable car brands?

Here at Third Coast Auto Group, we specialize in used cars, and we know that our customers are looking for the most reliable and affordable models that they can get. However, it can be hard to tell if a vehicle is reliable just by looking at it or checking out the engine. Fortunately, organizations like the J.D. Power group offer studies about how satisfied owners they are with their vehicles, and how those models have performed. So what are the most dependable car brands? Read the rest of this entry >>

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Get a Good Trade-In Price at Third Coast Auto Group

Third Coast Auto Group has four dealership locations in the Austin area where drivers with no credit, poor credit, or bad credit can find financing for a used vehicle. But did you know that you can also sell your car to Third Coast Auto Group? We offer a good trade-in value and competitive purchasing prices for many vehicles. You can get a Kelley Blue Book Instant Cash Offer price for your vehicle at our dealership, or even make more with us than you would by going through CarMax. Read the rest of this entry >>

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Where can I find my car manual online?

When it comes to figuring out what kind of gas to put in your vehicle, or how often you need to check or replace your timing belt, the advice often comes down to checking your owner’s manual to find the right maintenance interval or recommended fuel. But what if you have an older car, a pre-owned model, or just can’t remember where you put the thing? Fortunately for everyone whose owner’s manual has vanished, most car manufacturers also put their owner’s manuals online for anyone to access. But if you are wondering “Where can I find my car manual online?” we’re glad you asked! Read the rest of this entry >>

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Best Cars and Crossovers for Your Day-To-Day Commute in the Austin Area

What is the Best Commuter Car?

Did you know that the average day-to-day commute in America is 26.4 minutes or about 15 miles? In the Austin area, the average daily commute is 12.3 miles with commute times that range from 5 minutes to 75 minutes. If you live in the Austin area and are looking for a high-quality, pre-owned car, you may have asked – what is the best commuter car? With an extensive inventory of used cars, trucks and crossovers at Third Coast Auto Group, we have what you need for your day-to-day commute with available on-site financing and affordable prices.

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What do car segments really mean?

When you are looking for a used car, as an individual or a family, it’s valuable to know whether a compact car, a midsize car, or even something larger is the best option. Names for different vehicles can vary wildly, and one person’s full-size car is another’s large car. Keep reading to learn what is the difference between a compact vs midsize car, and other information about what car segments really mean to drivers and families. Read the rest of this entry >>

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How do you figure out what are the best used vehicles?

Opinions on what is the best used car vary wildly. Is it long-term dependability of a brand that make a used car a good bet, or is it the general aesthetics (like what kind of grille it has) that really seal the deal? Every car shopper will have his or her own opinion, but sometimes the experts also weight in. In a recent inaugural “Best Used Cars Awards”, the CarGurus website named the top vehicles in seven categories. Keep reading to see which vehicles earned the top spots.

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