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Are Luxury Import Cars Worth The Money?

Jon Howes • March 29, 2016

You can’t help noticing them on the road: those sleek, shiny, high-performance, high-dollar luxury vehicles coveted by many, yet owned by far fewer. These luxury brands include Mercedes-Benz, Saab, Audi, Volvo and BMW to name a few. They’re the best of the best and you’ll pay a premium for the pleasure of driving one.  Are luxury import cars worth the money?  The answer is not the same for every car buyer. Someone struggling to make ends meet may find it more prudent to purchase a reliable but less-luxurious vehicle. For those who can comfortably afford the payments, though, a high-end import is more than a luxury; it’s a smart investment. Here are a few of the benefits of owning a luxury vehicle.

Unparalleled Performance

Extra gears (speeds), cylinder deactivation, variable transmissions and outstanding aerodynamics are just a few examples of why luxury vehicles are synonymous with stellar performance and ride quality. Improved ride and handling is one of the biggest benefits of buying a luxury car. If you drive your car often and for long distances or through heavy traffic, you will come to love these features.

State-of-the-Art Safety Features

Luxury cars are typically equipped with the latest technologies and advancements, including safety features. Innovations like telematics systems that automatically let emergency personnel know if an airbag is activated, blind-spot monitoring, adaptive cruise control and collision avoidance technologies are standard on many luxury imports.

Comfort

If you can’t stand bending, squatting and struggling to get in and out of your car, you’ll appreciate many luxury cars have features to make that easier. Some cars automatically retract the steering wheel and move the driver’s seat so you can easily enter and exit. Luxury cars also boast high-end interior materials, roomy cabins and furniture-styled seating

Quality Construction

From the exterior to the interior, luxury cars are built to last. From reinforced bodies and doors to supple leather seating and soft-touch plastics, the adage is true: You get what you pay for!

Not All Import Car Service And Repair Providers Are Equal

There are so many compelling reasons why you should invest in a high-end automobile. Performance, comfort, looks, resale value, safety…owners of imports enjoy them all. The moment you drive your import off the lot, it’s time to find a qualified repair shop to service, maintain and repair your import as needed. Luxury vehicles are sophisticated and must be serviced using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment. Your luxury import represents a big investment. Before you allow a technician to work on your car, make sure he or she has special training and experience with import cars.

If you own or are planning to buy a luxury car and you live in or near Dallas, Fort Worth or Denton, contact us at Southwest Auto for all of your service and maintenance needs. Our technicians are Automotive Service Excellence- (ASE-) certified, we have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau and we are a proud member of the Automotive Service Association.

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