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Women Buying Cars | How to buy a car as a woman in a male-dominated industry.
Car-buying tips for women from a woman. Meredith was a teacher and now co-owns a used car dealership in Kansas City with her husband. She uses her love for teaching to help women navigate the car-buying process. Let her empower you to buy a car with confidence.
Episodes
26 episodes
Subaru: The Good and Bad
Subaru: The Good, The Bad, and Why Owners Stay LoyalHost Meredith Reynolds explains why Subaru is a best-seller on her lot, noting her perspective is based on vehicles at least five years old. She highlights Subaru’s strong customer loy...
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The Good and Bad of Hondas
Email me: meredith@reynoldsautomotivekc.comThe Good and Bad of Honda: Reliability, Value, and Common TradeoffsHost Meredith Reynolds of Kansas City launches a “Good and Bad” series with Honda, drawing on 12 years of selling mostl...
3 Ways the War in Iran Affects Car Prices
How the War in Iran Could Impact Car PricesHost Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher and an owner of Reynolds Automotive in Kansas City, explains how the war in Iran could affect car prices and the car market through three factors: oil pr...
Repo vs Voluntary Repo
Voluntary Repo vs Repossession: What Really Happens to Your Credit and Options to Avoid ItHost Meredith Reynolds of Women Buying Cars tells the truth about a voluntary car repossession or surrender. 00:52 Show Introducti...
What NOT to Say at the Dealership
Don’t Tell the Dealer Your Monthly Payment: Negotiate the Out-the-Door PriceHost Meredith Reynolds of the Women Buying Cars podcast explains the one thing not to tell a car salesperson: your desired monthly payment, because dealers can ...
Tire Care
Make Your Tires Last Longer with the PETRA Method (Pressure, Tread, Rotation, Alignment) Meredith explains how to extend tire life using her PETRA acronym: Pressure, Tread, Rotation, and Alignment. She covers how to find and check ...
8 Things to Check DURING the Test Drive
Essential Tips for a Successful Car Test DriveMeredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, shares her expert advice on the key elements to look for during a test drive. She emphasizes the importance of never skipping a te...
10 Things to Check Before the Test Drive
10 Essential Tips for Women Before Test Driving a CarIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, shares 10 crucial things to look out for before taking a car for a test drive....
Cars for Teens
Choosing the Best Car for Your Teen Driver: Practical and Safe OptionsIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, Meredith Reynolds, co-owner of Reynolds Automotive, provides comprehensive advice for parents looking to purchase a car for thei...
Lowball Offers
Lowball Offers and Understanding Start-Stop TechnologyIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, host Meredith Reynolds from Reynolds Automotive discusses the strategy behind making lowball offers on used cars. She outlines the primary reaso...
Safest Car Brands
Top Safest Cars for Women: Insights from Insurance Institute for Highway SafetyIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds delves into car safety, a top priority for women shoppers. Reynolds, a former teacher turned u...
Sexism at the Car Dealership
Empowering Women in Car Buying: Overcoming Bias and Gaining ConfidenceIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds dives into the biases women face at car dealerships and provides practical advice for combating sexism ...
Red Flags in FB Marketplace Car Deals
5 Red Flags to Avoid Scams on Facebook Marketplace When Buying a CarIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, we discuss how Facebook Marketplace can be a cost-effective way to buy a car but also highlight the pitfalls and red flags that co...
Should I cosign on a car loan?
The Dangers and Considerations of Co-Signing an Auto LoanIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, Meredith Reynolds of Reynolds Automotive discusses the risks and considerations associated with co-signing auto loans. She emphasizes the imp...
Car Theft--Which Cars, Cities, and States are Hit Hardest?
Top 10 Stolen CarsWorst States for Stolen Cars
Is it Ok to Buy a Car with a Salvage Title?
Understanding Salvage Titles: What You Need to KnowIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars, Meredith dives deep into the topic of salvage titles. She explains what a salvage title is, how cars get them, and why someone might conside...
Ep 9 FWD vs RWD vs AWD vs 4WD
Understanding Car Drivetrains: Making the Right ChoiceIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, host Meredith Reynolds discusses the advantages and drawbacks of various drivetrains including front-wheel drive (FWD), rear-wheel drive (RWD), ...
Ep 8 How tariffs will affect USED car prices
In this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds of Kansas City discusses the newly imposed 25% tariff on imported vehicles by President Trump and how it impacts both new and used car markets. Meredith explains the complexity of c...
Ep. 7 My Car Isn’t Paid Off. Can I Trade It In?
Navigating Upside Down Car Loans: Strategies and Insights for Women BuyersHost Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher and current used car dealer, discusses how to trade in a car when you owe more than it's worth, focusing on empowering wo...
Ep.6 Trading in a Car vs. Selling It
Trade-In vs. Selling Your Car: A Woman's Guide to Making the Best DecisionIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, host Meredith Reynolds guides listeners through the pros and cons of trading in a vehicle versus selling it independently. M...
Ep. 5 How Much Car Can You Afford?
Budgeting for Your Dream Car: Essential Tips for WomenIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars,' host Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, shares necessary financial strategies for women to confidently purchase the r...
Ep.4 Credit Score and Car Buying
Understanding Credit Scores and Their Impact on Car BuyingIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars, host Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, educates listeners on credit scores. Meredith explains what a credit score...
Ep.3 Prepurchase Inspection
Understanding Pre-Purchase Inspections and the Honda OdysseyIn this episode of 'Women Buying Cars, host Meredith Reynolds provides valuable advice on the importance of pre-purchase inspections when buying a used car. She explains the de...
Ep.2 Why You Need an Extended Car Warranty
Understanding Extended Warranties: Women Buying Cars Episode with Meredith ReynoldsIn this episode of Women Buying Cars, host Meredith Reynolds, a former teacher turned used car dealer, empowers women to confidently navigate car dealers...