Strange, Your Friend In The Car Business

05/02/2026

🚗 STOP GUESSING YOUR CAR BUYING POWER

Most people walk into a dealership hoping they get approved…
Smart buyers walk in already PRE-APPROVED 💪

Here’s the truth:
👉 Pre-Qualified = Estimate
👉 Pre-Approved = Leverage

When you’re pre-approved, you:
✔ Know your real budget
✔ Save time at the dealership
✔ Negotiate like a CASH buyer
✔ Avoid surprises

🔥 Don’t leave your deal up to chance. Let’s get you set up the right way FIRST.

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📲 Ready to get pre-approved or have questions? I’ve got you.
Robert Strange| AUTOBROKER
📞 719-453-6060
📧 [email protected]

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💬 Comment “APPROVED” or send me a message and I’ll walk you through it step-by-step.

04/02/2026

“Just because you can get approved for multiple vehicles… doesn’t mean it’s the smartest financial move.”

03/25/2026

03/25/2026

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“You may not avoid ALL loss—but you can minimize it big time with the right strategy.”

03/22/2026

“Thinking about going hybrid or electric? ⚡

Leasing one right now might actually be the smartest move.

✔ Lower payments (incentives are strong)
✔ Save money on gas
✔ Stay under warranty
✔ Avoid long-term depreciation
✔ Upgrade every few years

If you’re curious what options fit your budget, I’m always happy to help.”

📞 719-453-6060
📧 [email protected]

01/01/2026

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12/17/2025

A couple once came to me looking for a car for the wife.

They live high in the foothills of the Rockies, where it snows a lot. She drives often, and comfort mattered. They’re outdoorsy people, and they were deciding between a Bronco and a Lexus.

At first glance, both made sense.

But as we talked, something important became clear. What she really wanted wasn’t a rugged, trail-ready vehicle — it was something comfortable, quiet, and easy to live with for long drives in all kinds of weather.

So I asked a simple question:
“You know, the Broncos are really nice — but they’re very rugged. Is that what you want?”

That one question changed everything.

Once we separated identity (“we’re outdoorsy”) from daily experience (“I want to be comfortable”), the decision became obvious. They chose the Lexus, and it was exactly the right fit.

This is a big part of what we do.

Not pushing people toward a particular brand.

Not upselling.

Not assuming.

Just listening carefully and helping clients think through what will actually make them happy after the excitement wears off.

The right car isn’t always the one you expect going in — but with the right conversation, it usually reveals itself.

12/16/2025

One of the harder parts of our job is knowing when expectations and reality aren’t quite aligned.

For example, a couple came in looking for an SUV for their child. They said their budget was $15,000–$20,000.

I was very clear with them:

“I can’t do a good job for you at $15,000. At $20,000, I can.”

They decided to move forward.

I found a vehicle that fit what they were asking for; safe, appropriate, and within the upper end of the range we discussed. Then I received an email:
“We’ve decided we only want to spend $15,000.”

This wasn’t the first time I’d seen this. Earlier in my career, I’d worked with someone who also said “$15–$20K.” I found a really good one, an older vehicle with unusually low miles. I was genuinely proud of the find.

His response was the same:
“I’ve changed my mind. I only want to spend $15,000.”

Here’s what I’ve learned over time:
*We buy and sell cars.
*We understand the market.
*We can find excellent vehicles for the right budget.

But we're not magicians. We can’t make the market behave differently than it does.

The clients we work best with are the ones who want honest advice, clear expectations, and the best possible car for the money they’re truly willing to spend.

12/15/2025

Buying a car is one of the biggest financial decisions people make — usually second only to buying a home.

Working with us means you get expert guidance so you don’t make an expensive mistake.

We help you:
🔹 Understand the real pros and cons of each model
🔹 Avoid vehicles with bad repair histories
🔹 Compare options you may not have known existed
🔹 Choose something that fits your budget and your future
🔹 Make a confident, informed choice without becoming a car expert yourself

We’re not tied to any brand.

We don’t have quotas.

We’re here to help you make the right decision — not the easiest sale.

If you want someone in your corner who knows the industry inside and out, that’s what we do every day.