Because a car is a big expense, it’s nice to know that there are different things you can do to cut your costs. One very common tactic involves using an older vehicle. If you’re looking to replace your current car, as a parting gift, it can help you pay for your new one. However, this doesn’t mean you necessarily have to buy a brand-new model, as you can use your trade-in to pay for a used Ford. more Perks of Trading In Do you know how much your car is worth? It may surprise you. Whatever its value, it will let you trim the sale price of your next vehicle. It could also supply you with a nice down payment. Plus, trading in a vehicle is much easier and faster than selling on your own. How Does the Trade-In Process Work? The trade-in process is very simple. First, check out our online tool to see the value of your car. This information comes from CarFax, so you know it will be accurate. Once you have that number, come down to O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville. One of our technicians will take a look at your car and make you an offer. If you agree to that offer, you can start looking at our selection of used Ford models, and when you find one you like, we will apply that money towards it. Trade Your Old Car at O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville It’s very possible that your car won’t be any more valuable than it is right now. This is why you should think about trading it in for something newer. Get in touch with our dealership if you have any questions.
What’s football season without tailgating? Now that we can finally enjoy the full festivities of fall, you may be thinking about upgrading your vehicle. If you’re looking for something with a lot of space and many tech features, either of these Ford cars for sale could give you exactly what you need. more Ford Ranger For a compact pickup, the Ford Ranger offers a nice amount of room in the back. The SuperCrew has a five-foot bed and the SuperCab has a six-foot bed. No matter what you’ll need for your tailgating party, you should have little difficulty fitting it in either configuration. Thanks to a USB port and a Wi-Fi hot spot, you and your fellow tailgaters can always stay connected so you can follow other games. You can also get HD/satellite radio and Android Auto™/Apple CarPlay® integration. Ford F-150 You’ll have three bed sizes to choose from with the Ford F-150: five-foot-six-inches, six-foot-six-inches, or eight-feet. In addition to all of that space, you can get some added features to enhance your tailgating. These include a fold-out step that’s built right into the tailgate, an in-bed power outlet, and a power tailgate. Apple CarPlay®, Android Auto™, and a Wi-Fi hot spot are all standard in the Ford F-150. You can also get wireless device charging, HD and satellite radio, and an available 18-speaker Band & Olufsen sound system. Find the Perfect Tailgating Vehicle in Shelbyville If you think one of these trucks will help you have a very enjoyable football season, come down to O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville. We’ll let you test out all of their features and take you out for a few test drives.
There are many reasons to think about buying a new Ford Bronco Sport. This compact SUV has great handling, fantastic off-road ability, and tons of advanced features, and if you’re looking to do some towing, it won’t disappoint in that area, either. more How Much Can the Ford Bronco Sport Tow? The base Ford Bronco Sport comes with a 1.5-liter turbocharged three-cylinder engine that produces 181 horsepower and 190 lb.-ft. of torque. When properly equipped, this will let you tow up to 2,000 pounds. If you go with the 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that puts out 250 horsepower and 277 lb.-ft. of torque, that tow rating climbs to 2,200 pounds. What Does "Properly Equipped" Mean? To do any serious towing, you will need to opt for the Class II Tow package. In addition to making your Ford SUV more tow-ready, this package also comes with a trailer sway control feature, which makes it a lot easier and safer to tow just about anything. Towing with the Ford Bronco Sport While it won’t be able to tow huge pieces of machinery or other big vehicles, your Ford Bronco Sport should be very capable of pulling things like small campers, trailers, or boats. As mentioned, the Ford Bronco Sport has great off-road chops. The Badlands trim in particular is the one you want if your towing exploits take place off paved roads. It comes standard with a bigger engine, tow hooks, all-terrain tires, a locking rear differential, and skid plates. To learn more about the new Ford Bronco Sport, contact O’Brien Ford of Shelbyville or visit us to take a test drive. We're more than happy to show you what this Ford SUV can do out on the road!
