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Getting approved is only half the equation — the other half is choosing a payment you can live with month after month. If you’re financing with damaged, thin, or rebuilding credit, the smartest thing you can do before you shop is set a realistic budget. This guide from the Shaver Preferred Motors finance center in…

Used Cars for Every Budget in Merrillville Contact Us Browse Used Inventory Shopping for a dependable used car on a real budget comes down to value, not just the lowest sticker. A well-maintained vehicle with a documented service history is often a smarter buy than a lower-mileage car with gaps in its records — modern…

The Approval Process Explained Securing a vehicle with a challenged credit history is more achievable than many shoppers realize — the key is understanding how the bad credit auto loan approval process actually works. A subprime auto loan is a financing product built for borrowers who have experienced setbacks like late payments, high balances, or…

How to Buy a Reliable Used Car Under $25,000 in Merrillville A $25,000 budget puts you right around the national average for a used vehicle — roughly $25,000 to $26,000 in early 2026, versus close to $50,000 for the average new car (KBB/Cox Automotive). That gap is the whole case for buying used: your money…

  Why Vehicle Protection Matters for Used Car Buyers When you buy a pre-owned vehicle, the original factory warranty may already be expired — or close to it. A single major repair to a transmission, engine, or air conditioning system can cost thousands of dollars out of pocket. A vehicle service contract from First Automotive…

KEYWise Key Protection Coverage at Shaver Preferred Motors Protect yourself from the unexpected cost of replacing a lost, stolen, or destroyed vehicle key or key fob.   Replacing a modern smart key or key fob typically costs between $200 and $500 — and some vehicles run even higher depending on the make, model, and programming…

It’s not a matter of if — it’s a matter of when. Potholes, nails, road debris, parking lot door dings, and windshield chips are all part of daily driving in Northwest Indiana. TIREWise Plus® covers these repairs and helps you keep your vehicle looking like new, giving Merrillville-area drivers peace of mind from the moment…

THEFTWise® Theft Deterrent System at Shaver Preferred Motors Protecting Your Investment From the Unexpected  A Vehicle Is Stolen Every 48 Seconds in the U.S. Source: National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB), 2025 data  Why Vehicle Theft Protection Matters in Northwest Indiana Vehicle theft remains one of the most common property crimes in the country. According to…

TruGAP Guaranteed Asset Protection The simple, cost-effective way to plan ahead and enjoy worry-free vehicle ownership.  The average vehicle depreciates as much as 30% during the first year of ownership. If your vehicle is stolen or totaled, you could end up still owing thousands more than what your primary insurance company will pay.  Why GAP…

Vehicle Service Contract Coverage Guide Shaver Preferred Motors • Merrillville, IN Your vehicle service contract protects you against the cost of repairs to covered mechanical and electrical parts. Coverage applies to parts damaged due to failure of internal lubricated components, based on the coverage level you select. Review each tier below to understand exactly what…