Category Archives: Dealer Information

Newer models await at Gil’s Prestige locations

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Gil’s Auto Sales Prestige Selection

At Gil’s Auto Sales, we offer a wide variety of pre-owned automobiles at fair and affordable prices. Quality is of the utmost importance, and we inspect every vehicle before it goes onto our lots. Many makes, models, years, and styles are available. There is practically something for everyone on our lots, especially when you consider we have six different locations. Among the vast array of vehicles we sell, we have separated out some of the newer models with less mileage on them and put them into their own unique group, the Gil’s Auto Sales Prestige Selection. Read the rest of this entry >>

Spend your tax refund on a pre-owned car at Gil’s Auto Sales

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Reasons to spend your tax return on a used car

It’s tax season again! This time of year can be seen as wonderful or dreadful depending on who you ask. The paperwork and time it takes to file your taxes might feel like a burden, but seeing the amount of money you are getting back tends to wipe that out and replace it with so much glee you may be tempted to throw a parade. What should you do with that money now? Technically, it is money that has belonged to you this whole time (it is a refund, after all, not a bonus), but chances are you did not include this in your budget, so it certainly feels like a bonus. Now may be a good time to make a purchase that has been on your mind for a while. How about a car? Read on for a list of a few reasons to spend your tax return on a used car. Read the rest of this entry >>

Gil’s Auto Sales inspects every car thoroughly before selling

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Gil’s Auto Sales multi-point vehicle inspection

When you’re on a used car lot, it’s likely that one of the things racing through your mind is whether or not the cars you are seeing are any good. After all, they have been used, and some of them may be a good chunk of years old. Are they any good? How good can they be? With the Gil’s Auto Sales multi-point vehicle inspection, you won’t have to worry about quality. Read the rest of this entry >>

Find a reliable Chevy at Gil’s Auto Sales

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Used Chevy cars in Phenix City AL

You know the golden emblem that graces the front of each Chevrolet model. It is somewhat shaped like a bowtie, a symbol of class and respect. The golden color could represent a standard to which Chevrolet holds itself and its vehicles. The brand has been around for over a century, something only the strongest of businesses can accomplish. Although Gil’s Auto Sales hasn’t been in business for quite that long (30 years), we can still appreciate that kind of longevity when we see it. We are pleased to offer a wide selection of used Chevy cars in Phenix City AL and nearby locations. Read the rest of this entry >>

Find a powerful used Ford truck at Gil’s Auto Sales

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Used Ford trucks that can tow over 5,000 pounds

Ford is one of the most legendary vehicle brands in the world. It was one of the original heavyweights back when automobiles first replaced covered wagons as the ideal form of transportation, and it has maintained a solid reputation ever since. A lot of this is due to the stellar performance of Ford pickup trucks. Sturdy frames and powerful engines have helped make Ford trucks a go-to brand for people with large work or recreational needs. We are pleased to sell these models at Gil’s Auto Sales. Let’s take a look at some used Ford trucks that can tow over 5,000 pounds, and even some that can tow over 10,000 pounds! Read the rest of this entry >>

Prices have changed since Gil’s Auto Sales began 30 years ago!

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What was the cost of living in 1986?

Has it really been that long? 1986 never looked like a terribly long time ago, but now it has been thirty years since those digits graced our calendars, and in today’s fast-paced world, it feels like many lifetimes ago. 1986 also happens to be when Gil’s Auto Sales started selling cars, and we have been happy to serve the communities that have welcomed our six locations: Phenix City, AL; Columbus, GA; and Opelika, AL. We thought it might be fun to see how the world has changed in those thirty years by taking a look back at what was going on in 1986. The first question we wanted to ask was, What was the cost of living in 1986? So we did a little digging, and here is what we found. Read the rest of this entry >>

Drive home in the car you want today after one low down payment

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$299 Down Payment program at Gil’s Auto Sales

It’s time to get a new car. Well, a new to you car, that is. You’ve had your old jalopy for long enough, and you’re eager to upgrade to a newer model. But you have one nagging feeling, one little irksome idea scratching at the back of your mind that gives you pause. It’s the down payment. Sure, you can afford to pay a couple hundred dollars a month on a car for a while, but that is stretched out over a number of years. Don’t dealerships require a couple thousand dollars as a down payment when you buy a new car? Maybe some, but not all. Certainly not here at Gil’s Auto Sales. We have a way for you to get behind the wheel of a vehicle today without draining your account. It’s the $299 Down Payment program at Gil’s Auto Sales. Read the rest of this entry >>

How can you build a good line of credit from scratch?

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How to build good credit

We hear a lot about what to do when you have bad credit, or see tips on ways you can rebuild your credit if you have had trouble. But what if you don’t have any credit? What if you prefer to do things with cold hard cash and never had a credit card in your life? What if you are a young adult just moving out into the world and need to get a good start on a line of credit? When it comes to credit, everyone has to start somewhere. We have a few suggestions for how to build good credit, and while this isn’t a substitute for professional advice from a financial expert, these tips should help get you off to a good start. Read the rest of this entry >>

No middleman when financing with Gil’s Auto Sales

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Buy here pay here dealer Phenix City AL

Let’s paint a little picture here. You have decided to purchase a new HDTV. Your old twenty-inch tube TV has finally given out after years of warped color that you convinced yourself you could deal with while watching your favorite shows. It is time. You decide to go out to the local big box store and peruse their fine selection of HDTVs. You marvel at, well, Marvel heroes in glorious high definition. You make your decision and get the attention of the salesperson, who starts to ring you up. You are all set to pay when the salesperson stops you and says you can take the TV home, but you can’t pay here. Instead, you need to make payments to a third party. You frown. “Why can’t I just pay you? I’m getting the TV from you, why can’t I give you the money directly?” But that is not how that store works. Such is the case with many car dealerships, too, but not Gil’s Auto Sales. If you are looking for a buy here pay here dealer in Phenix City AL, look no further. Read the rest of this entry >>

Bad Credit? No credit? That’s not a problem at Gil’s Auto Sales.

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Buying a car with bad credit Phenix City AL

Life happens. Perhaps you have two credit cards and you forgot to pay the month’s bill on one of them. Maybe you had an unexpected financial emergency that you weren’t ready for and weren’t able to make a payment on an outstanding loan in time. These kinds of scenarios are not uncommon, and they can unfortunately be reported to crediting agencies and hurt your ever important credit score. This could damage your ability to make big purchases or apply for loans in the future. It doesn’t have to be like that. If you are looking at buying a car with bad credit in Phenix City AL, Gil’s Auto Sales can help you. Read the rest of this entry >>