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The Benefits of Selling Your Car to a Dealership vs Private Sale

January 17th, 2025 by
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Buying a car isn’t a life-long commitment. There are many reasons why you might want to move on from one vehicle to another. Sometimes, it’s because your car is getting a bit long in the tooth, and you want to upgrade to something newer. Other times, your life circumstances change, and you want to upsize…

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Top Tips to Maximize Value When Selling Your Car

January 10th, 2025 by
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Is it time to upgrade your vehicle? For many drivers, shopping for their next vehicle begins online, exploring options and evaluating various models, trims, pricing, and packages. Yet there’s another part of shopping for a new car that many don’t think about until they’re at the dealership: how to get the most when it’s time…

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Used Cars Have Great Features

December 13th, 2024 by
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If you are looking for a used car dealership, it is time to visit one of our locations, where you will find a wide variety of quality pre-owned makes and models to choose from. Each model is unique and has a range of available features. Some of these features are immediately apparent, like a sunroof…

Interested in a Used Electric Truck? Here’s Where to Start

November 15th, 2024 by
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The EV revolution is gaining traction, and while sleek sedans and compact SUVs receive most of the attention, electric trucks are quickly making their mark. For those who prefer a truck over any other type of vehicle, new advancements and continued development have introduced electric trucks that deliver impressive torque, lower maintenance costs, advanced safety…

Small But Rugged Compact and Midsize Trucks You Should Check Out if Shopping Used

November 8th, 2024 by
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When we think about pickup trucks, a lot of us tend to immediately imagine a great big heavy-duty truck with dual rear wheels, but not everyone shopping for used trucks for sale near Colonie really needs or wants a 30,000-pound towing maximum. In fact, many drivers are very happy with a compact or midsize truck. …

Shop Used Pickup Trucks Without the Hassle

October 18th, 2024 by
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Are you looking for used trucks for sale near Troy? Well, let us help you take the guesswork out of shopping for pre-owned pickups! We encourage you to take a look at our extensive used inventory. Shopping for a reliable truck can sometimes be a time-consuming hassle, especially when considering a used vehicle that is…

Consider These Models When Shopping for a Pre-Owned Midsize Truck

October 11th, 2024 by
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Here at DePaula Auto Group, we are ready to provide our community with reliable, versatile, and sturdy used trucks. If you need a durable midsize truck that offers excellent power, performance, and towing capability, then stop by to check out our wide selection of midsize truck options at any of our multiple dealerships. We have…

Used Trucks That Are Ideal for Albany Area Drivers

September 20th, 2024 by
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Living in Albany means needing a reliable method of transportation that can get you from point A to point B, facilitate occupational tasks, and, of course, handle the weather conditions that accompany wintertime. If one or all of these items are on your list of priorities when it comes to your next vehicle purchase, then…

The Advantages of Shopping for a Used Truck at a DePaula Dealership

September 13th, 2024 by
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Traveling around the Capital Region helps to do so in a vehicle that won’t let you down, one that offers you a comfortable and confident ride, no matter what awaits you on your journey. This is why many area drivers turn to trucks to help them take on any type of travel endeavor they’re embarking…

Our Favorite Environmentally Friendly Used Models for Eco-Conscious Drivers

August 16th, 2024 by
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Many of today’s drivers have a common goal in mind: travel in vehicles that are as efficient as possible, limiting their carbon footprint and doing their part to help save our environment. That’s why you see so many hybrid and electric vehicles passing you by, and their numbers continue to grow. Many area drivers who…

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