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Car Buying and Maintenance Advice

This topic covers comprehensive advice and insights for consumers looking to buy a new or used car, including financing options, avoiding common pitfalls, and understanding market trends. It provides guidance on evaluating vehicle prices, the pros and cons of buying older models, and navigating the complexities of car loans. Additionally, it offers tips on maintaining vehicles, handling recalls, and the importance of extended warranties. The content also touches on emerging trends like electric vehicles and the evolving car buying process influenced by technology and market conditions.

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Got 150,000 miles on your car? These 11 models might only be halfway done

Some vehicles have a track record of reaching 300,000 miles — here's how to decide whether yours is worth keeping

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A recent Jalopnik analysis identified 11 vehicles with enough real-world evidence to make 300,000 miles a realistic possibility.

Toyota dominates the list, but Honda, Lexus and one old-school Mercedes also made the cut.

Don't replace a car just because the odometer looks scary. Compare repair costs with what a replacement vehicle would actually cost you.

Your car just rolled past 150,000 miles. Is that your cue to start shopping for a replacement, or could you only be halfw...

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