When buying a car, you always have to worry about reliability, repair costs, and your car’s condition. But do you need an extended warranty? Typically, an extended warranty kicks in after the manufacturer’s warranty ends. The goal is to stabilize repair costs that would otherwise surge at random points in time. For many, this is a... Continue Reading →
Car Buying 101: How to Spot Red Flags on a Vehicle History Report
If you're shopping for a used car, a vehicle history report is a must-have. We at TRED have quite a lot of experience spotting the warning signs and red flags you might come across when looking at a used car. Let's take a look at what we want to look out for when buying a used... Continue Reading →
How Many Miles are Too Many?
One of the first things most of us look for in a pre-owned car is the number of miles on the clock. While miles matter, there are a few other important areas you can't afford to miss. Let's be honest - what you're really looking for in this post is numbers. What number should you... Continue Reading →
#CarProblems Car Sellers Have that TRED Customers Don’t
For many people, selling a car is a huge chore at best and a nightmare at worst. Full of opportunities for wasted time and requiring a lot of time and attention to detail, the hassle of selling a car actually keeps many people from selling their cars—and getting into a new, better one—for much longer... Continue Reading →
Used Car Mileage: How Much is Too Much?
As you prepare to sell and/or buy a car, you’ll no doubt be considering the issue of used car mileage, from how it affects what the buyer will pay, to the implications for actually owning the car, to the investment value over the longer term. It’s useful to think about this in terms of “mileage... Continue Reading →
Onto the Next: How to Find the “Right” Car for You
Once you’ve decided that it’s time to make your next car purchase, you know you’ll need to invest some effort into finding a car that fits you: your budget, your lifestyle, your needs. We’ve put together a roadmap to help you do just that, highlighting what we believe are the important steps. We’ve designed Tred... Continue Reading →
150-Point TRED Test
Here at TRED, we like to maintain a sense of standard, but also stay in touch with the reality of what a used car is... used! We know they aren't always perfect, but we also know our buyers deserve a full disclosure of every scuff, scratch and flaw. We take our time and complete a... Continue Reading →
Customer Spotlight: Tim & Deborah and their MINI Cooper
Listen to what Tim and Deborah have to say about their two Tred experiences! [responsive_vimeo 102579991]
What Are TRED Customers Test Driving?
Our Auto Experts have delivered a lot of test drives to the Seattle area. Everyone is unique and seeks different features when it comes to a car - but, we have noticed a handful of cars that our shoppers can't wait to get behind the wheel of. Mazda Mazda3 Mazda's compact car grabs the attention... Continue Reading →
Sell Your Car to TRED
At TRED, we are committed to smoothing out the entire car shopping process - which often includes getting rid of your old car before or after buying a new one. Instead of trucking to the dealership, or posting your car on Craigslist, we've created a way for you to sell your car, within an hour or... Continue Reading →