Road Trips Near Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles can be great but sometimes we all need to get away from the city hustle. With summer here, Penske Buick GMC of Cerritos would like to highlight some summer destinations worthy of road trips.
Ojai
83 miles northwest of LA in the Topatopa Mountains, you’ll find Ojai, a small town getaway with many rustic hotels and hiking opportunities. Chain stores are actually forbidden in this community in order to encourage small business development. It’s a scenic and artistic small town getaway.
Joshua Tree
128 miles southeast of LA resides Joshua Tree National Park; it’s a scenic desert, home to Pioneer Town, which is an old Hollywood lot used to shoot westerns. The park covers 790,636 acres and boasts hiking and scenic desert views.
Big Sur
295 miles northwest of LA you’ll find the seaside cliffs of the Santa Lucia Mountains and giant redwood trees that create such scenic views that words don’t do it justice. This is a most see for nature lovers.
Big Bear Lake
97 miles east of LA resides a ski escape in winter and a water sports haven in the summer – a location known as Big Bear Lake. Plenty of hotel and cabin options make for a perfect weekend getaway in all seasons.
Temecula
87 miles southeast of LA road trippers will find 30 vineyards – most offer wine tasting – and a vibrant landscape of scenery. Depending on the time of year, visitors will also find Temecula Valley International Film Festival, championship golf courses and many different resort accommodations.
Welcome To The Land of The 2016 Buick Cascada
A convertible is as much of an experience as it is a visual wonder. The Buick Cascada delivers both on experience and visual wonderment. It’s a convertible that offers new safety tech, adaptable seating, sleek design and luxury seating. It’s a wind in your hair, sun-soaking, eye-catching ride. It’s a convertible you’ll want to experience and below is why.
1. Cascada Delivers Dynamic Design It’s a convertible, so naturally a fast-retracting soft top is part of the design, but the Cascada has so much more. For starters, it has a second row with collapsible seating. This maximizes space for trips to the beach when you’re hauling coolers or chairs. The exterior has a simplistic sporty feel. It’s classy and graceful.
2. Performance Is Balanced A 1.6L 200-hp turbocharged engine provides drivers with performance without sucking the gas tank dry. The engine is balanced with purpose. A lowered chassis and HiPer Strut suspension makes driving the Cascada on curvy roads fun and safe – which is perfect for coastal cruises.
3. Safety Is Top Notch: As with all Buick models, safety is a major priority. It’s not just about airbags and seatbelts anymore. It’s about improving driver’s awareness with tech like Forward Collision Alert and Lane Departure Warning – both are offered in the Buick Cascada.
4. Technology: The digital world is as real as the real world now and because of that Cascada offers OnStar 4G LTE Wi-Fi. This Wi-Fi tech will keep you connected to the digital world as you wander the open roads. The Buick IntelliLink system also adds car connectivity to your phone.
Buying a car is a big decision, so it’s understandable if you’ve got some questions about the financing process. We’ve put together this list of frequently asked questions about auto loan financing to help you. But please don’t hesitate to call us with any additional questions or for clarification. Our Financing Department at Penske Buick GMC of Cerritos is here to help you.
How is your credit score determined and what will your credit score mean for your car loan?
Credit reporting agencies like Equifax, TransUnion and Experian assign you a credit score to help banks determine how risky it is to give you a loan. So they look at things like how well you make payments on time, the length of you credit history (or how long you’ve held credit with something like a credit card or another loan). They also look at how much debt you have and what kind it is. Debt is part of growing your credit score but if you have too much, your credit score could go down. There are many ways to check your own credit score if you’re not sure what it is. Scores typically range from 350-850. The higher your score, the better your credit. If you have a lower score, you could still qualify for a loan but you may not get the best rates.
How do financial institutions determine if you qualify for an auto loan?When you apply for a car loan, banks and credit unions will look at things like the vehicle you chose. How much does it cost, how old is it and how many miles are on the vehicle. They’ll also look at factors like your income, how long you’ve been with your employer and your credit score.
What if you have less than perfect credit or don’t meet every factor the banks look at?You may still qualify. The reason financial institutions look at so many different factors is to assess whether or not you can afford the loan you’re applying for. Just because you may have a weaker credit score or short job history or something else like that won’t immediately disqualify you if you’re strong in other areas. Find out if you pre-qualify for a loan here.
How is your monthly payment determined? Your monthly payment will be larger or smaller depending on how much money you put down, how long the loan term is and what the interest rate is. You can use our payment calculator to get an estimate.
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