• Is My Trade In Considered a Down Payment?

    By dyeautos | August 9, 2018

    Yes, when buying a car or truck, your trade in vehicle can serve as your down payment. However, there are factors to consider in that decision. 1. Dealers accept trade ins and cash down payments. The amount of total down payment you’ll need is governed by two things: The amount that the bank requires in…

  • Useful Tips to Make Your Truck Camping Trip Awesome!

    By dyeautos | August 2, 2018

    There’s a lot of cool things a truck can do like haul your stuff, tow your trailer or boat, and be your work partner. But there’s a great way to “get off the grid” for awhile with truck camping. Colorado has so much to offer and the best road trips happen in a pickup truck.…

  • 7 Benefits of Owning a Pickup Truck

    By dyeautos | July 26, 2018

    Colorado’s love affair with the pickup truck has only become more passionate. Although total U.S. auto sales eased slightly last year, automakers sold 2.8 million full and mid-size pickup trucks in 2017, a 4.8% increase over the prior year. Pickup trucks now account for 16.4% of U.S. auto sales. That’s up from 15.3 % in 2016.…

  • What is a Good Down Payment on a Pickup Truck?

    By dyeautos | July 19, 2018

    Many consumers believe you can’t finance a used pickup truck or car. The fact is, used car dealers have some of the best financing available. They work with credit unions and banks to get the most attractive terms and pass them onto you. Like all loans, making a down payment is advantageous. But how much…

  • 4 Reasons Why it’s Better to Buy a Pickup Truck Instead of a Car

    By dyeautos | July 12, 2018

    There’s a lot of talk in the news about self-driving cars and ride sharing. So much so that it’s easy to forget about our day-to-day realities as drivers. News outlets urge us to consider our environmental impact or spend less time behind the wheel. But that’s caused us to forget the #1 reason most of…

  • The Best Colorado Summer Road Trips in a Pickup Truck

    By dyeautos | July 5, 2018

    It’s Summer, the kids are out of school, and the open road is calling. Summer is the ideal time for an old-fashioned American road trip. We’ve compiled a list of the best Colorado Summer road trips in a pickup truck. At Dye Autos, we’ve sold thousands of pickup trucks from light duty, to mid-size, to…

  • 3 Reasons to Buy a Pickup Truck This 4th of July

    By dyeautos | June 28, 2018

    4th of July is right around the corner. You may be planning a big BBQ celebration or maybe just a small get together with the family. Either way, the best vehicle to have for 4th of July is a pickup truck. Here’s why. 1. A pickup truck is great for organizing the celebration. Every successful…

  • How to Get the Maximum Amount for Your Trade-In

    By dyeautos | June 21, 2018

    Everybody wants the most money for their trade-in when they’re getting a new truck or car. Here are the specific steps you can take to increase the value of your trade-in and ensure you’re getting the maximum amount. Secure your trade-in’s value from day one. You can begin to increase the potential value of your…

  • How to Choose the Best Pickup Truck for Your Needs

    By dyeautos | June 14, 2018

    How do you choose the best pickup truck for your needs? Answer the following seven questions and you’ll be much better equipped to decide when it comes time to buy. 1. Do you prefer a specific brand? Is there a manufacturer that you’re partial to? Start with that brand. If you haven’t shopped in awhile,…

  • What Used Car Shoppers Need to Know About Credit Reports

    By dyeautos | June 7, 2018

    Your credit report is one of the most important elements of your financial life. Whether you’re buying a home or car or qualifying for a new apartment, your credit report influences decisions. We sell a lot of used trucks and cars, and we’ve learned over the years that used car shoppers need to know about…