Category: Vehicles

Let D&M Leasing Get You In The Car That Fits Your Lifestyle

Taking the kids to their soccer practice and picking the kids up from their soccer practice?

Bringing your daughter her lunch when she leaves it on the kitchen counter?

Driving to the grocery store when you run out of butter and have to make four dozen cookies for the bake sale tomorrow?

Our cars are an extremely vital part of our life. That’s why it is so essential to have a car that meets all of the needs of you and your family.

D&M Leasing is here to make sure you get the car that helps make your life a little easier. Whether it’s a new van to fit all the kiddos, a car with better gas mileage, or a new truck that makes your work life a little bit easier, we’re here for you. Browse our selection of vehicles to get the best new vehicle for your lifestyle.

As always, with our EZ Lease you will also have no down payment and no payments for 60 days. You will also save up to 50 percent versus buying. Just another reason to check us out and let us put you into a new car today!

Cars are one of worst investments anyone can make considering that they only depreciate in value. Regardless, you still need a reliable vehicle to get you where you need to go, that’s also suitable to your daily life. You may love the car you’re driving now, but the truth is you are going to have to replace it at some point. Paying attention to the following signs can help you determine if it’s time to trade in your vehicle.

1. You Ignore Your Check Engine Light

Your check engine light doesn’t illuminate for no reason. If you’ve already had a mechanic look into this, and there was nothing wrong with the engine, but the light continues to turn on, it’s defeating the purpose of a check engine light. How are you supposed to know when something really is wrong with the engine? This may seem minuscule, but it is one of the first signs that your car is wearing down.

2. Vehicle Inspections Make You Anxious

Annual state inspections are a requirement in Texas, as well as many other states. If you’re having a difficult time bypassing inspection failure, you may want to reconsider your vehicle.

3. You’re Constantly Gassing Up

Although gas prices have been very reasonable lately, frequently filling up your tank is a budget suck. New cars are becoming increasingly fuel-efficient to satisfy consumer demand. As the price of gas also fluctuates, keeping your gas guzzler may not be saving you a significant amount.

4. Your Car Has Broken Down Repeatedly

Breakdowns are highly dangerous, and simply not worth the risk. If your car has broken down more than once, it’s time to put your safety first.

5. You’re Constantly Spending Money on Repairs

Common car replacements include new tires, new brakes, and perhaps a new battery, if you forget to turn your lights off. If you’ve moved past this point and are onto more serious work, consider trading your car in. If the vehicle is still operable, use the vehicle’s value towards a new car and save yourself the burden of future repair costs.

6. You’ve Reached the 100,000 Mile Mark

Congratulations for taking such great care of your car that you’ve reached this point. However, the road ahead is paved with expensive repair, replacement, and breakdowns. Dodge the stress and sell or trade-in your car for a vehicle with lower mileage.

Unsure if it’s time to trade in your vehicle? Trust D&M Leasing to help you make the most informed, financially advantageous decision.

As the dog days of summer are still well upon us, the intense summer heat can cause major damage to your vehicle. If you are currently leasing a vehicle, sun damage could surpass the amount normal wear and tear agreed upon in your car lease. If you intend to eventually trade in your car, sun damage prevention will help you get the highest vehicle trade-in value.

Review the following details for how to help prevent sun damage to your car:

Tires

Sunlight heats the pavement as badly as it heats up your tires. This is a terrible combination for your tread, especially if it is already worn. Check your tires monthly to make sure the tread is adequate and each tire’s air is at the proper gauge.  

Battery

Heat can deplete your car battery, accelerating its need for replacement. Try to park in the shade or under covered parking to help shield your vehicle from the heat. Also, keep jumper cables in your vehicle to prevent yourself from being stranded. Always have someone who is experienced jump the car battery for you, since this can be extremely dangerous if not done properly.

Engine

Stay on top of your oil changes because the engine needs to stay well lubricated throughout the summer in order to keep it running properly. Also, routinely check your car’s temperature gauge, if the temp is high, it could be due to inadequate coolant levels. If its coolant levels are low, there could be a worn hose or a damaged radiator.

Interior

Preserve your vehicle’s dashboard, and save your hands from a burning hot steering wheel by investing in a sunshade. Even the cheapest sunshade goes a long way in preventing interior damage.

Whether you have a leased vehicle or own your car, protecting your vehicle from damaging heat conditions is essential.

For the first time in 30 years, the FIAT Spider Roadster is available in the states again

Old school style with new school tech is creating buzz among performance car aficionados.

Features

The 2017 FIAT Spider delivers 160 horsepower with responsive four-wheel independent suspension, which is essential for performance sport vehicles. One expert described the 2017 Spider as a controlled, smooth driving experience despite its speed capabilities. The Spider also boasts its extremely user-friendly, advanced technology.

This tech includes Bluetooth commands, allowing you to take calls and stream music hands free. Audiophiles are impressed with the convertible’s Bose sound system built into the headrests for superior sound, even when the top is down. The 2017 FIAT brings you entertainment, without sacrificing safety.

Affordable

A performance sports vehicle of this caliber must come at a price, right? Actually, the 2017 FIAT Spider is surprisingly affordable. Buyer rates start at $24,995, while car lease quotes are estimated around $289 per month for 36 months with $2,999 due at signing.

Saving $11k sounds good enough, but D&M Auto Leasing always delivers the best deal. Connect with a D&M Leasing agent for an unbeatable quote on your 2017 FIAT Spider. The real question is, which will it be: Classica, Lusso, or Abarth?

The 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor dazzled at the Detroit Auto Show in January. Its Turbo V-6 engine, new terrain management system and suspension are well worth the awe.

Turbo V-6 Engine

The 2016 Ford Raptor’s 3.5 liter V6 EcoBoost engine was well received, but the 2017’s 3.5 liter Turbo V-6 already has skeptical aficionados excited for its release. The Turbo emits 375 hp, as well as 470 lb.-ft. of torque (turning power). Simply put, the Turbo V-6 engine by far out-powers many of its competitor’s V-8 truck engines.

New terrain management system

The new 2017 Raptor’s terrain management system consists of six unique preset modes: Normal, Street, Weather, Mud and Sand, Baja and Rock Crawling. The engine, transmission, traction control and brake systems all adapt to the terrain even when its covered in rain, snow or ice. The Raptor’s off-road capabilities are ideal for high-speed desert running.

Suspension

FOX Racing Shox equips the 2017 Ford F150 Raptor for road, dirt, snow and mountain, with race-proven performance.

Other Features

The 2017 Raptor’s aluminum alloy body makes the Raptor approximately 500 pounds lighter than its previous model. The sporty exterior is complemented by its sleek interior with carbon-fiber accents, a contoured steering wheel, and touch screen multimedia system. The 2017 Ford F150 Raptor is also available in a SuperCrew model.

Excited yet? You can lease your 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor with D&M Auto Leasing Now! Check out D&M’s Ford Inventory at: www.dmautoleasing.com/vehicles/ford-lease/

Buying Lease Returns

Most leasing companies deal with local auto auction facilities to liquidate their return investment. Those local auction houses pick the best cars, raise the prices, and sell those vehicles for as much profit as possible. Guess who buys those vehicles from auction?  Local auto dealers!

Many of the vehicles you see at local used auto dealerships come from lease returns. By the time the end purchaser ever sees the car, it has already passed through numerous hands, and the price has been raised considerably. After all, this is a business, and every one of these companies expects to make money. The end purchaser ends up paying that money and ultimately paying more for the car than need be. But there are even more issues with this system as you will see.

Many times the cars are purchased from auction sight unseen, in large lots of vehicles, or with an assumption that the vehicle is in good condition.  That isn’t always the case, and many times the cars have issues which must be fixed.  Sometimes they are fixed correctly before sale to the end customer, and other times they are not fixed properly, or at all.  You may end up paying retail prices for cars which have not been thoroughly checked out and serviced.

Lease Cars for Sale at D&M Auto Leasing

At D&M Leasing, we cut out the middle man and make our lease return cars available for sale directly to the public.  All of our vehicles are checked out, cleaned up and certified to be in working order and as described in our listings. Carfax reports are available on our vehicles as well, so you’ll know exactly what you are getting when you buy from D&M.  By selling direct, and removing the auction and dealers, we can offer pricing that is affordable to just about everyone. We can even help with financing.

Our list of available leased cars is updated often, and cars are listed for 14 days.  

View D&M’s lease return inventory and enjoy the benefits of quality used cars at exceptional prices!