The Overwhelming Demand of the Dodge Challenger: Hellcat Edition

The Dodge Challenger: Hellcat edition had such an overwhelming demand that the automaker had to temporarily suspend orders for the vehicle. This will give the manufacturer some time to figure how it is going to supply all of this demand. We guess it's a good problem to have.

Why all the craze? Perhaps because it is the most powerful American engine ever made--this beast boasts a 707 horsepower.

"Dodge has delivered over 2,200 Hellcats since they went on sale last year, but allegedly close to 10,000 orders have been placed with dealers across the country, about twice as many as it expected to build for 2015," according to a Fox News article. 

We can't really blame the people for wanting to get behind the wheel of this bad boy, but we certainly wanted to explain why you should buy one if you happen to come across one.

The Jeep Renegade has Arrived!

We've been anxiously awaiting the arrival of the all-new Jeep Renegade, and it's finally here! We have two of them in stock, and they start at only $21,685! This compact SUV is the first of its kind for Jeep, that doesn't mean it is unable to do Jeep things. 

Be one of the first lucky people to drive the Jeep Renegade, and if it makes sense, take it home with you! You'll be sure to impress as you cruise down the road in the Renegade. 

"From the Jeep Renegade’s big, innocent peepers (bearing a little Jeep grille and headlights logo) to its saccharine-sweet taillights molded with an “X” in the middle to look like the side of a jerrycan, the Renegade is 166.6 inches of ­concentrated adorableness," says an excerpt from Car and Driver.

Don't wait long, because we expect these Renegades to find a good home soon! 

Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104th Announces One-Year Celebration Event

Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104^th Announces

One-Year Celebration Event

Event is open to the public and will include City of Thornton Mayor Heidi Williams

Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104^th will celebrate one year since the store opened in May 2014, when it was acquired by Larry H. Miller Dealerships. The event will take place on Friday, March 20 from noon – 2 p.m. and is open to the public.

“As a company, we strive to add economic value to the communities we serve through job creation, while also seeking opportunities to support important initiatives that positively impact the areas where we do business,” said Dean Fitzpatrick, president, Larry H. Miller Dealerships. “The Colorado market has seen great growth and we are so proud of the expansion Larry H. Miller Dealerships has made. We are particularly pleased to be a part of the vibrant Thornton community.”

The Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104^th store is located at 1800 West 104^th Avenue in Thornton and is currently the only Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram store in the LHM Dealerships’ fleet of automotive properties in the Colorado market. Dignitaries scheduled to be on hand for the formal portion of the program on March 20 include Mayor Heidi Williams, City of Thornton; Steve Yandura, director, Denver Business Center, Chrysler Group; Brent Wood, general manager, Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104^th; and Dean Fitzpatrick. Festivities for the general public will include facility tours, lunch and entertainment.

“Our dealership has strived to positively impact the Thornton community since the acquisition announcement this past May,” said Wood. “While excellence for our customers and employees is our goal, we are also focused on community service, which is a guiding principle for how Larry H. Miller Dealerships conducts business.”

Larry H. Miller began his career as a parts salesman in Denver, Colorado in 1970. He opened his first Colorado store, Larry H. Miller Toyota Scion Boulder, in 1987.  The following year Larry H. Miller Liberty Toyota Colorado Springs opened, with the second Colorado Springs dealership, Larry H. Miller Toyota Colorado Springs, opening in 1992. The Lakewood area received two LHM Dealerships in 2001 with the addition of Larry H. Miller Kia Lakewood and Larry H. Miller Volkswagen Lakewood. Larry H. Miller Nissan Highlands Ranch was added to the group in 2006, and LHM Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104th and LHM Ford Lakewood joined the group in 2014.

The anticipated schedule for the event is as follows:

Noon – 1p.m.                        Open house featuring lunch and facility tours

1:00 p.m.                                 Emcee Jake Plummer, former NFL quarterback, welcomes guests

1:10 p.m.                                 Brent Wood, general manager, Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104^th

1:15 p.m.                                 Mayor Heidi Williams, City of Thornton, Colorado

1:20 p.m.                                 Tim Jackson, president, Colorado Automobile Dealers Association

1:25 p.m.                                 Steven Yandura, director, Denver Business Center, Chrysler Group

1:30 p.m.                                 Dean Fitzpatrick, president, Larry H. Miller Dealerships

1:35 - 1:45 p.m.                   Ribbon cutting ceremony

About Larry H. Miller Dealerships

Larry H. Miller Dealerships operates 55 dealership locations under 21 different automotive brands in seven western states. The group employs more than 700 individuals at eight Colorado locations. Larry H. Miller began his career as a parts salesman in Denver, Colorado in 1970. He opened his first store in the state in 1987, and currently owns Toyota, Ford, Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Kia, Nissan and Volkswagen stores.

Larry H. Miller Dealerships has a strong legacy of giving back to communities where it does business. Through its charitable organization, Larry H. Miller Charities, more than $260,000 has been donated to qualified nonprofit organizations throughout Colorado. Recently, Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram 104^th delivered a $5,000 check to Coronado Hills Elementary School in Thornton for the school’s Operation Outreach program.

For more information on Larry H. Miller Dealerships, please visit www.lhmauto.com. 

It's Truck Month!

February and March are the best months to step into a brand-new truck. Why? Because it's Truck Months! There is truly no better time to save thousands on that big, burly beast you want. Here at Larry H. Miller Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram on 104th, we've got the perfect truck for you. The Ram can do pretty much anything a man can dream. Construction? Check. Fishing? Check. Hunting? Check. Camping? Check. Off-roading? Check. Towing? Check. Farming? Check. The list goes on and on, but let's get to the point: there's no better time to buy a truck than now! They don't call us Denver's Truck HQ for nothing.

The Ram comes in wide range of options. Click HERE to check out the Ram 1500, or HERE to look at the Ram 2500. Since we'll take all the worry of money off the table, you can spend that time figuring which Ram truck is going to fit you best.

You already know we love the Ram truck, so let us share what others are saying:

• "From work-truck to leather-lined luxury rig, the 1500’s smooth ride, comfortable seats and tons of storage make it a tool worth consideration." --Car and Driver
• "Competition is fierce among half-ton pickup trucks, yet the 2015 Ram 1500 remains one of our favorites." --The Car Connection
• "The 2015 Ram 1500 is a top contender in the full-size pickup segment, thanks to a winning combination of strong powertrains, a smooth ride and a well-trimmed cabin." --Edmunds

Stop watching all those Ram trucks driving down the road, wishing you could put together the money to afford one. We've got deals for you, and we're ready to make it happen.

Click here to shop our Ram inventory!

Should You Lease or Buy Your Next Vehicle?

We all know that when we walk into a car dealership, we have the option to purchase a car or to lease one. But what's the difference? What should you do? Leasing will save you money on your monthly payments. Purchasing will turn your car payments into an investment. Both the options to lease and purchase have their advantages and disadvantages, but what will work best for you? We're here to help give you a brief explanation, that way you can make a better-informed decision during your next car dealership experience.

Leasing:
When you lease a vehicle, you're essentially renting the car. You make your monthly payments, and you are able to continue driving your ride. Lease payments are lower than the payments on a vehicle purchase, since you are not moving toward owning the vehicle outright. A typical term for a lease is 36 months.

At the end of the lease term, you have a few options:

• You can turn the car in, and find a new vehicle. 
• You can sell the car, and perhaps make some money.
• You can turn the lease into a purchase, and begin making monthly payments.

One should be careful about the amount of driving they do with a leased vehicle. Leases come with a mileage agreement. While the standard amount of annual miles allowed for a lease is 12,000, you are able to take a higher mile allowance for an increased monthly payment. Be careful, because if you have more miles on the odometer than the agreed upon amount, you will be charged by the mile--usually a steep price that you'll want to avoid. 

The most common route consumers who lease their vehicle takes is to turn the car in and find a new vehicle. In some circumstances, you'll find that the value of the vehicle is higher than the residual value given at the time of the lease agreement. Residual value is the amount a car is projected to be worth at the end of the leasing term. When the actual value of the car is higher than the residual, you can sell the vehicle for the higher price and make the difference between the selling price and the residual. For example: if you have a residual value of $16,750, but are able to sell the car for $18,500, you just made yourself $1,750. Cars that have an easy time holding their values are promising for drivers looking to make this extra cash. And if you really like the vehicle and would like to continue to drive it, you can begin to make monthly payments toward the residual value. 

Leasing a vehicle can be a great option for people who are looking to save some money and like to switch vehicles often. Every three years, you can park a new, shiny vehicle in your driveway. But keep in mind, the payments you are making aren't working toward paying off a vehicle you will own. If this seems like a fitting option for you, come visit us and we'll help you get started!

Purchasing:

There are a couple of ways to purchase a vehicle. You can pay cash, up front, and have no monthly payments. This is the cheapest way to buy a car, if you have the money to lay out. You will avoid any interest fees, and become an instant owner. If you don't have the money to lay out, you can finance a new vehicle. When you finance, you will make monthly payments until the balance of the car is paid in full. The average loan for a car is 60 months, although 72 months is becoming more popular. The less months you finance a vehicle, the lower the payment... and vice versa. Your finance rate will be dependent upon your credit score. 

Those looking to get into a vehicle they intend to keep for years on end will find that purchasing a car is a better route than leasing. If you like to switch vehicle often, it may be wise for you to think about leasing, so you can avoid the possibility of losing money on your investment. If this seems like a fitting option for you, again, you can come visit us and we'll help you get started!

Click here to check out our new inventory!

Check out some of our current lease specials:

Stop Thinking You Can't Finance a Car!

Stop Thinking You Can't Finance a Car!

Looking to get into a new car, but worried about bills from the past that have bogged you down? Don’t stress, there are still options for you. Larry H. Miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 104th has professionals that specialize in connecting customers with reasonable finance options. So don’t waste your time thinking about reasons you can’t get into a car that not only will handle your needs, but something you’ll love!

What you need to know!

Research:

It is important that you take your time to do some research before heading to the dealership. While there are many different ways a car dealership can help you get behind the wheel of a vehicle you desire, some of these methods will hurt you in the long run. The more prepared you are, the more confidence you’ll have and the less likely you are to fall into a trap. This blog post is meant to serve as a basic guide to buying a car with damaged credit, but your research shouldn’t necessarily stop here.

Your Credit History:

You should have an idea of your credit situation before going into any dealership, so that you’re not surprised by anything and you can also have the opportunity to dispute or fix any credit issues possible. There are websites that offer free credit checks, like Credit Karma. Once you have your credit score, you can take a look at your credit history, as well as know where you sit with your credit score. This information will be useful for your research, so you have an idea of what your capable of receiving, in terms of financing.

What You Need:

Too often, car shoppers fall in love with something they want, rather than something they need. And sometimes, this is the exact decision that results in damage to their credit. Before you go car shopping, take some time to decide what kind of vehicle you need. Do you just need the car to get from Point A to Point B for work? If this is the case, you probably don’t need to get a big SUV. Do you have a large family that requires a lot of room? Then maybe you should look at that big SUV or a minivan. Leather, sunroofs, big rims, upgraded stereo systems, you know, all the bells and whistles? How important is all of this for you? It might be wisest to pass on these luxuries, and exchange it for a smaller monthly payment.

Things You Need to Bring!

Down Payment: While many people would like to buy a car without having to lay out any money up front, this isn’t always the best way to go about purchasing a car. Furthermore, for those buyers with damaged credit, there is more of a need for a down payment. When you provide a down payment, you are showing the lenders commitment, which will go a long way in helping you get a reasonable financing rate. A good rule of thumb for how much you should put toward your down payment is to put down the total cost of all your taxes and fees for the vehicle.

Proof of Employment:

In order to get financed for a vehicle, you will be required to provide proof of employment. This can come in the form of your most recent pay stub. The financial lender will want to see that you are employed and have a source of income. If you do not have a pay stub, you can reach out to your employer and they will be able to provide this documentation.

Proof of Residence:

Be sure to bring along proof of residence. This can come in the form of utility bills, bank statements or even a pay stub with your home address. Proof of residence is also something that is required to be provided by the lender.

In a Nutshell:

We understand that your past is exactly that, the past. While you may have damaged credit, there are options out there for you. The best thing you can do is prepare yourself with research. Larry H. Miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram 104th has professionals that specialize in finding car loans for buyers with circumstances like yours. Don’t be discouraged. Come in to see us, and you’ll be glad you did.

CLICK HERE TO GET PRE-APPROVED!

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