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You've decided on the vehicle you want, but do you want to buy or lease it? Leasing vs buying is one of the oldest decisions for a driver to make. They're both good options. As your CDJR dealership, we'd like to give you some advice on these two options that may help to make your choice clearer. Leasing vs Buying: Advice From Your CDJR Dealership Is Ownership Important? If you buy the vehicle, it becomes your property. You have the title deed, and it's an asset of yours. You can choose to sell it, trade it, gift it, or donate it when you want a new vehicle. You can also use it as surety for a loan if you choose. If you lease the vehicle, it's not yours. At the end of the lease term, you have the option to buy it or take out a lease on another vehicle. more Your Monthly Cost If you buy a vehicle on finance, your monthly payments are usually higher than the cost of a lease. You also have to pay its maintenance, servicing, and other vehicle-related costs. On the positive side, you'll pay off the finance and those monthly costs will disappear. Leasing a car is cheaper, as there is no down payment and monthly lease costs are lower, as we saw above. In addition, servicing and maintenance are usually included in your lease contract, so your only other cost is gas. In the long term, continuing to lease is more expensive than buying on finance, as your monthly payments will never end. Your Monthly Mileage When you buy, you can drive your vehicle as far and as frequently as you want to. The only downside of wracking up mileage is more frequent servicing to replace accumulated wear and tear. A high odometer reading will also decrease your vehicle's value if you decide to sell or trade it. A lease, on the other hand, comes with a mileage restriction. Your lease contract specifies your maximum monthly or yearly mileage allowance. If you exceed this allowance, you must pay for the excess miles you drove. Customizing Your Vehicle If you own your vehicle, you can customize it as much as your billfold can afford. You could wrap it to provide additional protection against the sun's rays or other environmental factors or install a more powerful stereo system, for example. When you lease a vehicle, you can't make any modifications at all. You're also required to return the vehicle in the same condition you received it. Normal wear and tear are allowed, but carpet stains, slight dents, and other damage that can result from driving will all be charged to you when the lease expires. As you can see, the choice between leasing and buying depends on your requirements and lifestyle. If you'd like more advice to help you decide, visit us today at Kory Hooks CDJR in Bowie, TX.

At Kory Hooks CDJR, we want to help you maintain the health and extend the longevity of your car. Something like an oil change is one of the most basic and yet most essential things you can do to ensure your vehicle's engine stays in good shape. When you come in to our Chrysler Dealer MOPAR service center to change your oil, we throw in extra perks to keep both you and your car happy. A Custom CDJR Oil Change We use the right oil for your car, which depends on make, model, and year. Our MOPAR service center is stocked with the highest quality conventional, high mileage, full synthetic, and synthetic blend options. And our expert technicians know just the right oil for your vehicle, even taking things like your daily driving conditions into consideration. more Oil Filter Replacement When you change your car's oil with us, we also replace your oil filter. This aids in halting needless damage to your precious engine due to things like dirt accumulation. Old filters can get clogged with dirt and cause serious issues. We help prevent this. We are also sure to dispose of all old oil filters properly in a way that does not hurt the environment. Chrysler Dealer Free Inspection We throw in a free inspection when you come in to change your oil too. We'll check your headlights, taillights, and brake lights. Plus, we'll take a look at your vehicle's air filters, belts, hoses, skid plates, undercarriage, steering, and cabin filters. Another thing we do is perform a suspension test. All of these measures help you stay in-the-know about your car's health and take preventative action if needed. Additionally, we fill up your car's tires with air to the right pressure to ensure you get the best mileage on the road, and we refill your windshield wiper fluid too. These small components of our deluxe engine oil maintenance package can make a real difference for you on the road. If your tires are starting to wear down, we'll also let you know to help keep you safe on the road. Fluid Level Test We don't forget to check your fluid levels when you come in to change your car's oil either. This includes power steering fluid, brake fluid, coolant, and transmission fluid. Topping them off can give your car a major performance boost and prevent problems down the road. If we detect in fluid leaks, we can also make recommendations about how to address those. Schedule a service appointment to change your vehicle's oil with Kory Hooks CDJR today! Our service technicians are ready to give you and your car much-deserved all-star treatment and help you rest assured on the road!

If you're talking about iconic sedans, then the Chrysler 300 is the most famous of them all. This particular model has been part of the Chrysler legacy longer than most people have been around, with the first 300 released in 1955. Learn everything you need to know about this legacy model today. Meet the 2023 Chrysler 300 The starting price of the 300 is $34,295, which makes it a fairly affordable Chrysler model even if you're on a budget. Everything about this full-size sedan has been designed with street performance in mind, making it one of the best models for urban and suburban drivers alike. Because this is a full-size sedan, even families can enjoy roomy space in the cabin area, with plenty of generous cargo space throughout the car. more Performance The base engine for this sedan is a 3.6-liter V6 24V engine with a TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission. Drivers have the option of upgrading to the 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine to enjoy more power, as this engine gets up to 363 horsepower with 394 lb-ft of torque. In terms of fuel economy, the standard engine gets 19 MPG in the city and 30 MPG on the highway. Drivers can also customize the performance of the sedan by opting for the AWD system. Design The interior and exterior of this full-size sedan are bold, comfortable, and stylish. Features such as Adaptive High-Intensity Discharge Headlamps maximize driving visibility by monitoring the steering angle and driving speed as the sedan is in motion. Wheels have four different designs with three size options, including 17-inch, 19-inch, and 20-inch. The Nappa leather-trimmed sport bucket seats also give the sedan a sophisticated touch. Connectivity The 300 has several standard tech features, including an 8.4-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity. Drivers can upgrade to the Uconnect 4C NAV system, as well as a nine-speaker audio system to boost audio clarity and enjoyment. For additional connectivity, there is also an available 4G LTE Wi-Fi hotspot upgrade. Safety Safety features are important for your security and peace of mind. There are a few automatic safety features available for drivers, such as adaptive cruise control and full-speed forward collision warning with active braking. Drivers can also get help with parking with available features like ParkSense, which helps with front and rear parking. The most iconic full-size sedan in the world isn't going anywhere. With a host of exciting upgrades, trims, and available customizations, the 300 proves that keeping up with the times is all about adapting to modern technology. It's no surprise that the 300 is one of the most highly-rated sedans on the market. Stop by Kory Hooks CDJR in Bowie, TX to check out your favorite 300 trim today.