Maryland Heights Auto Repair

Whether your looking at a Used Vehicle on a Used Dealer Lot or a New Franchise Dealers Lot. Chances are that vehicle was purchased at a Dealer Only Auction. A majority of New Franchise Dealers will sell "Trade Ins" at these auctions. New Franchise Dealers train their sales staff how to purchases Trade Ins at bottom dollar prices. One of the Worst things a consumer can say when purchasing a New Vehicle is "I have a vehicle to trade in". Dealers spend thousands to train sales staff to get these vehicles at rock bottom prices. Even though on paper You think your getting a deal....Trust me unless you know exactly how to interpret their math. They bought your Trade at a rock bottom price. They know they can sell it at Auction and make another $1000--$2000! This is how New Franchises dealers business model is. A New Vehicle Dealer is several businesses within a main business. For example I own David Marks Ford. David Marks Ford is the parent company. Under David Marks Fo ... read more

Why do Batteries Need Maintenance?  What is corrosion and how do you know if your battery has it? As your battery runs, the sulfuric acid releases hydrogen gas. The gas then mixes with the air around it. The chemical reaction that takes place as hydrogen gas collides with the air, moisture and salt causes corrosion.  Corrosion is fairly easy to spot: It’s a white, blue or greenish powder typically surrounding one of the battery terminals, posts or cables. It has a granular, powdery texture.  Car Battery corrosion can happen for a number of reasons. In addition to the normal release of hydrogen gas, some of the most common causes of corrosion are: Age: Batteries typically have a lifespan of four to five years. They become more susceptible to corrosion as they reach their expiration date.  Overheating: Batteries that are overcharged or overheat due to higher temperatures are more likely to develop corrosion. That’s why corro ... read more