How to Buy a Used Car Online the Right Way

Buy a Used Car Online in Miami, FL


With the advent of the internet, plus the exasperating effects of a global pandemic, shopping for used cars has changed dramatically. More people are kicking car dealerships to the curb and taking to the web to find a private seller for their ideal pre-owned vehicle. But should they be?

Allow us to help you navigate the sometimes-confusing process of finding and buying a used car on the internet. Compare these pros and cons of shopping at used car dealers and buying from private sellers.

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2023 MINI Cooper Electric vs. Nissan LEAF

2023 MINI Cooper Electric in Miami, FL


As we welcome a new electrified era of automotive innovation, many are left wondering which EV to buy. While electric cars aren’t entirely practical for, say, someone in rural Wyoming, they’re certainly an advantageous purchase for those who call urban landscapes like Miami home. And for those people, the smallest electric car wins.

Finding the best electric compact car usually comes down to price, and there are few EVs in the segment more affordable than the MINI Cooper Electric and the Nissan LEAF. Which one reigns supreme as a city-dwelling commuter car?

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5 Car Lease Tips & Tricks

Car Lease Tips _ Tricks in Miami, FL


Like renting an apartment or house, leasing a vehicle isn’t for those who are squeamish about paying for something temporary. Because in the end, whether you’re renting a home or leasing a car, you’re not taking steps toward ownership. And isn’t that what the American dream is?

Still, a car lease is incredibly affordable on a month-to-month basis, and what you’re giving up in future ownership you’re making up in the convenience factor. (You rarely have to do anything aside from routine maintenance when leasing, for instance.)

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11 Ultra-Cute Valentine’s Day Ideas (2022)

Ultra-Cute Valentine’s Day Ideas
Sure, a Valentine’s breakfast in bed, flowers and smooches are on the menu this February 14. But you might feel a little extra pressure to make this year’s V-Day something special for just the two of youse lovebirds. Check out these cute ideas and surprise your better half by planning a date they’ll never forget.

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Electric Vehicles: Pros & Cons of Buying an EV

Electric Vehicles near Miami


Half of America is counting down the days until all-electric vehicles take over the road. In fact, within 15 years, it’s expected that battery-electric cars will make up the majority of all vehicle sales. Of course, making the switch from fossil fuels to electricity is like switching to decaf when all you’ve drunk for the last 20 years is caffeinated. That is to say, it takes a lot of getting used to.

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Help! Is My Transmission Going Bad?

New Transmission in Miami, FL


Your car just hit 100,000 miles a few months ago, and you haven’t noticed anything wrong with it (knock on wood).

One morning, you start the car and shift into reverse. The car jumps and shakes, just slightly, and the rest of your work commute goes off without a hitch (knock on wood, again).

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MINI: (Unofficial) Hipster Car Brand of the Year™

Hipster Car Brand of the Yearâ„¢
An IIHS Top Safety Pick. A J.D. Power Dependability Award. An Automotive Science Group Best Social Performance Brand choice. One of KBB’s 10 Coolest Cars Under $25,000. Yes, MINI is no stranger to winning awards, yet there’s one accolade that we’re secretly extra proud of achieving: The 2021 Hipster Car Brand Award™.

MINI didn't originally set out to make hipster cars; young people and hipsters just collectively decided that MINI made the best small cars for showing off vintage clothes and handlebar mustaches. And who are we to argue with that?

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A Guide to South Florida’s Top 2021 Fall Events

South Florida’s Top 2021 Fall Events


With cooler Autumn temperatures in South Florida, fall signals the arrival of many exciting events and activities for the entire family, Fall in South Florida has something for just about everyone, from concerts, car shows, fairs, and festivals to parades and sporting events.

Brought to you by Braman MINI of Miami, here’s a handy guide to some of the top local events happening throughout South Florida this fall season. (Note: with the changing COVID-19 health situation, please contact the event organizer directly to verify their information before attending an event.)

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