front view of the 2018 Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo

The Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo is Black and Bold

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Every Maserati, whether a classic model, one just hitting new vehicle showrooms, or a pre-owned Maserati vehicle, is worth looking at. However, sometimes a model is so far outside the norm that it deserves, well, its own post! That’s what we think about the Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo. Unveiled this spring at the New York International Auto Show, this model features a bold black look with traditional premium Maserati engineering and performance. Learn some fast facts about the 2017 Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo special edition, and view our image galley, below.

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father's day

Do Something Special with Dad This Father’s Day in DFW

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Posted in Local Events & Activities, Seasonal

Father’s Day is right around the corner (just a week or so away on Sunday, June 18, 2017), which means there is a limited amount of time to put together a plan. Fortunately, the Dallas-Fort Worth area has plenty of activities that will appeal to Dad, ranging from great food events to free admission opportunities. Explore some Father’s Day events 2017 around Dallas TX below! Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Lincoln Navigator front quarter view

All-New Lincoln Navigator Boasts Elite Technology and Luxury

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Drivers looking for confident luxury have been falling in love with the Lincoln brand. In recent years, the Lincoln Motor Company has been re-imagining the Lincoln lineup to deliver not just high-quality vehicles, but a complete user experience loaded with luxury. The first model in this renaissance was the 2017 Lincoln Continental sedan, which has already been honored by a spot on the WardsAuto 10 Best Interiors List for 2017. The next all-new model coming out is the classic Lincoln Navigator SUV. Keep reading to learn more about the 2018 Lincoln Navigator release date and premium features. Read the rest of this entry >>

BMW Concept 8 series front quarter view

Check out the BMW Concept 8 Series

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Posted in BMW News

The attraction of concept vehicles is that they show us what we can hope for in vehicles. Some represent the mere idea of an automobile that may or may not become available at car dealerships. Others are previews of actual vehicles that are on the way. To our delight, the BMW Concept 8 Series is just an advanced taste of what the real BMW 8 Series will be like. Learn more about this attractive new concept, and the 2018 BMW 8 Series release date, below. Read the rest of this entry >>

leather seats

What’s the Difference Between Leather and Leatherette Upholstery?

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Vehicle Interior Fabric Comparison Leather vs. Leatherette

Leatherette sounds made up almost, like “Smurfette” of the world-famous blue “Smurfs,” and while it exists in reality, it is a synthetic leather.  So while in a way it’s “made up,” it certainly is a fine option for interior upholstery for your vehicle.  A more traditional option for interior vehicle fabric is leather itself, which has a classic, plush feel to it.

Since there are benefits and disadvantages to both leather and leatherette, we’ll pit them against one another so you can determine which upholstery is ideal for your vehicle!  Read on!

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2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet

Learn About the New E-Class Cabriolet Soft Top

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Posted in Mercedes-Benz, Technology

Any Mercedes-Benz vehicle can offer premium luxury, style and elite engineering, but there is nothing that captures the imagination like a cabriolet (which could also be called a convertible). There is now a new edition to the Mercedes-Benz E-Class family with the release this year of a new cabriolet model that seats four passengers. Keep reading to learn more about the 2018 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet release date, soft top, technology, and features. Read the rest of this entry >>

Maserati Convertible

Difference between a convertible and cabriolet finally revealed

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What is the Difference Between a Convertible and a Cabriolet?

When you start your search for a new car and are looking for it to offer you an open-air driving experience, you’ll want to get behind the wheel of a either a convertible or cabriolet. If you’ve been wondering what the difference between a convertible and a cabriolet is, you’ve come to the right place. The terms convertible and cabriolet have been confusing drivers for a long time and now the truth is finally revealed. Keep reading to learn more about the difference between these two terms. Read the rest of this entry >>

100,000th Maserati vehicle

Maserati Displays 100,000th Vehicle Sold at Auto Show

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The elite Maserati brand has been a premier name in powerful luxury vehicles for more than a century. This year in April the brand celebrated the delivery of its 100,000th car at the Shanghai Auto Show. The 100,000th Maserati vehicle was a 2017 Maserati Quattroporte GranSport sedan in solid white with tan upholstery. It is powered by a 3.0-liter Twin Turbo V-6 engine that cranks out 350 horsepower and 500 Nm (which translates to about 368.78 pound-feet of torque). The 100,000th Maserati was on display at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show, but it was far from the only vehicle available for viewing. Explore Maserati at the 2017 Shanghai Auto Show below. Read the rest of this entry >>

Cars at a dealership

Three Common Reasons Brands Would Discontinue a Model

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Posted in Tips & Tricks

Here at Certified Autoplex near Dallas TX, we have a wide selection of pre-owned luxury models from a variety of brands. Some of our models, like the Acura TL , the Mercedes-Benz GLK, and the Chrysler Town & Country have actually been discontinued. By why do brands discontinue models? Keep reading to learn three common reasons that brands discontinue models, and also a little about parts and warranty information. Read the rest of this entry >>

2018 Lexus NX front quarter view

Lexus NX Gets New Look, Interior Comfort

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Posted in Lexus News

We may not have the Lexus NX SUV available currently in our pre-owned Lexus inventory, but we can appreciate the new enhancements coming out on the 2018 Lexus NX. This refreshed vehicle made its debut at the the Shanghai Auto Show (along with other bold and attractive models like the Mercedes-Benz Concept A Sedan) with attractive tweaks to its styling and technology. Keep reading for highlights on what’s new on the 2018 Lexus NX.

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