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Car Pro Radio Show November 22 25 Hour 3

Car Pro Radio Show November 22 25 Hour 3

CarPro Radio Show Nov 22, 2025 33 min
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About this episode

Jerry Reynolds and Todd Chambliss provide insights into the best time to buy a car, especially during the holiday season. They discuss the current incentives available at dealerships and the importance of getting clear pricing before visiting. Listeners share their experiences, including a call about a Toyota Tundra with a recall, and the hosts emphasize the benefits of purchasing vehicles with recalls. They also touch on the reliability of different car brands and offer advice on financing options for used cars. The episode is filled with practical tips for navigating the car buying process during a busy time of year.

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Concept

new car incentives

"If you're in the market for a new set of wheels, this is the time between now and the end of the year, the best time to get yourself a new ride and the incentives are just outstanding right now."

New car incentives are deals that help you save money when buying a new car. They can include discounts or lower interest rates, making it a good time to buy.

Concept

trade-in

"Here's what we can give you for your trade in. No games, they don't have time for games."

When you trade in your old car at a dealership, they give you money off the price of a new car based on how much your old car is worth.

Car

Toyota Tundra

"...we have found a vehicle in just north of us in Dallas. It's a 2023 platinum Toyota Tundra."

The Toyota Tundra is a big truck that can carry heavy loads and is great for off-roading. The 2023 version has new features and a stylish look.

Company

Crest Cadillac

"No, it is at Crest Cadillac and they sent me the Carfax."

Crest Cadillac is a car dealership that sells Cadillac cars and may also help with repairs and services.

Term

lift kit

"where the lift kit was put in by McKinney Lifts truck lifting in McKinney, Texas."

A lift kit is a set of parts that makes a truck or SUV taller, which can help it go over obstacles better when driving off-road.

Company

McKinney Lifts

"where the lift kit was put in by McKinney Lifts truck lifting in McKinney, Texas."

McKinney Lifts is a business that modifies trucks to make them taller, which can help with off-road driving and make them look more rugged.

Term

recall

"And they have not completed the recall? No, they have not."

A recall happens when a car company finds a problem with one of their cars and asks owners to bring it back to fix it for free. This is usually for safety reasons.

Term

Carfax

"No, it still shows on the Carfax. The Carfax says the recall happened November 6th."

Carfax is a company that gives you a report about a car's past. It tells you if the car has been in accidents, if it has a clean title, and if there are any recalls on it.

Term

hybrid

"And it's not, yeah, that's just the new recall. And it's not the hybrid, right?"

A hybrid car is one that uses both a regular gasoline engine and an electric motor to help it run. This makes them more fuel-efficient and better for the environment.

Term

i-Force Max

"Not the i-Force Max. No, no, it's not the hybrid."

i-Force Max is a name Toyota uses for some of their powerful hybrid engines, especially in trucks. It helps the vehicle perform better while still being more efficient.

Car

Lexus Lx

"...king the 2022 to 2024 Toyota Tundra, the 22 to 24 Lexus LX, and now the 24 Lexus GX. And it's a debris that ..."
Car

Lexus Gx

"We're talking the 2022 to 2024 Toyota Tundra, the 22 to 24 Lexus LX, and now the 24 Lexus GX."

The Lexus GX is a mid-sized luxury SUV that is great for both city driving and off-road adventures. It combines comfort with the ability to handle rough terrain.

Term

engine assembly

"And it's a debris that during the assembly and the making of the engine got in there."

Engine assembly is how car engines are built by putting all the parts together. It's important for the engine to work properly.

Term

engine swap

"Because they can take the old engine out and put a new one in in a day's time. Toyota pays them, because I looked into this, Toyota pays them, I believe, 13 hours of labor to do an engine swap on these recalled vehicles."

An engine swap is when you take out a car's old engine and put in a new one. This can be done to fix problems or to improve the car's performance.

Term

add-ons

"...we've got add-ons that we do, and you have to buy those."

Add-ons are extra things you can buy for your car to make it better or more comfortable. They are not included in the base price of the car.

Term

military rebate

"...that price included a military rebate. So if you're not active duty military, you don't get $1,000."

A military rebate is a special discount for people in the military when they buy a car. It helps them save money on their purchase.

Term

buyer's order

"Get someone to send you a buyer's order signed that tells you, here's the price, here's the tax title and license, here's the bottom line."

A buyer's order is a paper that shows how much you will pay for a car, including taxes and fees. It's like a receipt that you get before you buy the car, so you know exactly what you're paying for.

Term

bottom line

"here's the bottom line. And get that upfront, especially before you do what she was fixing to do..."

The bottom line is the total amount you will pay for the car, including everything like the price and extra fees. It's important to know this before you agree to buy the car.

Term

transmission

"...after I replaced almost everything on it, the transmission dropped on me when I was going downtown..."

The transmission helps your car move by sending power from the engine to the wheels. It's like the car's way of changing gears, similar to how a bicycle works when you shift gears to go faster or slower.

Car

Volkswagen Jetta

"...I got me a brand new one in 2017, both wagon jetties, and I'll tell you what,..."

The Volkswagen Jetta is a small car that is easy to drive and has good fuel economy. The 2017 version is known for being reliable and comfortable for everyday use.

Term

300,000 miles

"...I've got over 300,000 miles on it. Wow, mercy."

When a car has 300,000 miles, it means it has been driven a lot. Most cars don't last that long, so it's impressive if one does.

Car

Honda Pilot

"...started with a pilot, went to a ridgeline. Yeah. And the last couple of times I've got the passport..."

The Honda Pilot is a type of SUV that is great for families because it has a lot of space inside for passengers and cargo. It's known for being comfortable to drive.

Car

Honda Ridgeline

"...went to a ridgeline. Yeah. And the last couple of times I've got the passport..."

The Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck that is different from most because it has a car-like design, making it comfortable to drive. It's useful for carrying things like tools or furniture.

Car

Honda Passport

"...last couple of times I've got the passport. And so my lease is up now..."

The Honda Passport is another type of SUV that is built for people who like to go on adventures. It has more space and can handle rougher roads better than some other SUVs.

Brand

Honda

"...you can't order the Honda. They have to find it in another dealer..."

Honda is a car company from Japan that makes many types of vehicles, like cars and motorcycles.

Car

Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy

"We're looking at the Santa Fe calligraphy, I believe. And I want to get your opinion on how you feel it stacks up price-wise, safety-wise and warranty-wise."

The Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy is a version of the Santa Fe SUV that comes with extra luxury features. It's designed to be comfortable and safe, making it a good choice for families.

Car

Hyundai Palisade

"dollars away from the Palisade. Okay."

The Hyundai Palisade is a large family SUV that has plenty of room for passengers and luggage. It's known for being comfortable and packed with features, making it a great choice for those who need space and want a reliable vehicle.

Concept

dealership

"...he runs a dealership just like I always did honest, trust me..."

A dealership is a place where you can buy cars. They sell both new and used cars and can also help with car repairs and financing options.

Brand

Ford

"...a great Ford dealership, Gresham Ford never forget them..."

Ford is a famous car company that makes many types of vehicles, like trucks and cars.

Term

MSRP

"it's called Look Up a Car's Original MSRP by VIN"

MSRP is the price that the car maker suggests a dealer should sell a car for. It's a starting point for how much you might pay, but the actual price can be higher or lower depending on the dealer.

Term

VIN

"...using nothing more than the VIN and they say it could be kind of useful..."

A VIN is a special number that is unique to each car. It helps identify the car's make and model, kind of like a fingerprint for vehicles.

Term

rear end ratio

"...especially if you're looking at trucks and you want to know what rear end ratio it has or what original equipment it had..."

The rear end ratio is a number that shows how many times the driveshaft turns for each turn of the rear wheels. It can change how fast a car accelerates or how much weight it can pull.

Car

Lincoln MKZ

"...if I need to go back to the Lincoln go to Hyundai..."

The Lincoln MKZ is a fancy car made by Lincoln, which is part of Ford. It's designed to be comfortable and has a lot of nice features that make it feel luxurious.

Car

Lexus ES 350

"Lexus ES 350 I don't think there's a better"

The Lexus ES 350 is a fancy car that feels really nice to drive and has a lot of comfortable features inside. It's a good choice if you're looking for a reliable and stylish car that makes you feel special while driving.

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