Third Coast Auto Group Official Blog

If you have had a vehicle repossessed, that can be bad news one way or another. Not only do you no longer have that vehicle, but because the vehicle is lost when payments aren’t made that information can make a big impact on your credit score. Can you get a car loan after a repossession? How long does that information affect your credit? Keep reading to find out. (more…)

When it comes to approvals, some banks and car dealerships will make you jump through many different hoops, and may not give you the loan you need in the end. Here at Third Coast Auto Group, we are different. We offer fast, no-hassle, low-stress financing for all credit scores and credit histories that can get drivers back on the road as soon as possible. How long does it take to get approved at Third Coast Auto Group? If you use our easy online application option we can get you approved in as little as 15 minutes! At that speed, it may be a toss-up whether it will take longer to fill in the paperwork or get the loan! (more…)

‘Tis the season for Christmas shopping and ice skating, but December is also a big month for credit card scammers to work overtime. With many people making large charges for Christmas presents, it’s a good time for criminals with stolen credit card numbers to sneak in under the radar. In this blog we are going to talk a little about how to prevent credit card fraud during the holidays (or any time) and what to do if you become a victim of this sort of attack. (more…)

Here at Third Coast Autos we know that many nasty credit situations can happen to people through no fault of their own. Whether that means a divorce, unexpected medical debt, or the serious impact of a bankruptcy on credit scores, it can be hard when you have no credit or poor credit to find an important thing like an auto loan.  It also takes students and adults a long time to build up a good credit history.  Fortunately, if you are looking for poor credit or no credit auto financing in Austin TX, one of our four dealership locations may be right for you. (more…)

Should you buy a new or used car?

When it comes to buying a new or new-to-you vehicle, there are plenty of options, ranging from brand new models to extremely cheap road-side deals, and everything in between. The choices can be dizzying, but if you have been asking “Should you buy a new or used car?” we are going to lay out some aspects to consider. (more…)