March 2nd, 2012 — Announcements, Articles, Used Cars
The new Carolina Clunkers program has returned and Winston Salem used car dealer, Frank Myers Auto Maxx, has been chosen as an authorized dealer. Details about the CAROLINA CLUNKERS program have been announced, following up on the car-buying frenzy of the government-sponsored program.
Under the “Carolina Clunkers” program, consumers receive up to $4,500 more for their vehicle than it’s worth when they trade in their old vehicle and purchase any qualifying vehicle from any participating dealership.
In order to be eligible for the program, the trade-in passenger vehicle must be in drivable condition. Transactions must be made between March 1, 2012 and March 31, 2012. This is a limited time opportunity.
The CAROLINA CLUNKERS program is a privately funded program that helps consumers buy a pre-owned vehicle from a participating dealer when they trade in a “clunker” car or truck. The program is designed to energize the economy, boost auto sales and put safer vehicles on North Carolina roadways. No local, state or federal tax dollars are being used to fund this program.
To be eligible for a trade-in discount, vehicles must be drivable. Both domestic and imported vehicles are eligible for the program
Consumers bring their trade-in vehicles to any participating dealership.
Consumers will receive up to $4,500 more for their vehicle than it’s worth when they trade in their old vehicle and purchase any qualifying vehicle.
The dealers are not reimbursed by any other government program or taxpayer-supported program. The vehicles traded in under the CAROLINA CLUNKERS program will be disposed of at the selling dealer’s discretion.
The CAROLINA CLUNKERS website (https://www.CarolinaClunkers.com) went live on March 1, 2012 and has a list of participating dealers. Or you can visit confirmed dealer Frank Myers Auto Maxx at 4200 North Patterson Avenue in Winston Salem, NC 27105. (336) 767-3432. Or you can visit them online at https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
About Tracy Myers & Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation and one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the world famous “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Uncle Frank Sez” available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.
Contact Frank Myers Auto Maxx
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
February 6th, 2012 — Articles
The beginning of the new year motivates me. Something about a new beginning. The promise of a better year ahead. The chance to start over. Like most people, I always enjoy a fresh start and a chance to make life better. What about you? Are you making resolutions and setting goals for 2012?
The good news is we’re not alone; technology is on our side. Use a Smartphone to track goals and stay motivated this year. Research shows that less than half of people who make New Years Resolutions actually keep them. Use these apps to defy the odds and make 2012 the year you achieve everything you desire.
Apps to keep you on track in 2012 . . .
Joe’s Goals
A free tracking tool to monitor habits and daily goals.
Strengths: ease of use, simplicity, and daily score keeps you motivated.
Best for: keeping track of short term objectives — things you need or want to do every day or week, such as exercising or writing your daily blog.
43 Things
Free social goal-making site that helps you connect with others to inspire and motivate you to try new things.
Strengths: social, inspirational, and connects to Facebook account.
Best for: getting support with reaching your goals from an Internet community, especially for reaching difficult goals.
GoalsOnTrack
A detailed goal tracking, task management, and time management service. Membership is $68 per year – it’s BBB accredited and offers a 60-day money back guarantee.
Strengths: slideshow feature included to help you “subconsciously find ways to achieve your goals,” integrated calendar and journal for creating an action plan.
Best for: anyone looking for a full-featured goal planning/achievement system.
Lifetick
A personal or professional goal achievement that acts like a personal trainer for your mind.
Strengths: email reminders to help you achieve SMART goals, with accessibility from smartphones, and a mobile Web version for iPhone, Android, and Palm users. Free version for up to 4 goals. (Paid version is affordable at $20 a year, with unlimited goals, journal tools and live stat updates.)
Best for: mobile devise accessibility and utilization of the SMART methodology of goal setting.
Don’t Break The Chain!
“Don’t Break the Chain is a simple calendar designed with the Jerry Seinfeld motivation technique in mind. As explained on Lifehacker, Seinfeld’s productivity secret was to use a giant calendar and mark off each day he completed his writing task; the growing chain of red X’s encouraged him to maintain his desired habits.”
Strengths: simple and straightforward app that works best for achieving a single goal. Can be integrated with iGoogle and Google Chrome.
Best for: visual learners who have one large goal to achieve.
ToodleDo
“One of the best to-do list apps available today!”
Strengths: a powerful to-do list that creates action plans to help you reach goals.
Best for: tracking tasks and goals in one single place.
Now it’s up to you, pick an app and get going making 2012 the year you defy the odds and reach your goals! If I can do it, so can you. We’re in this together.
About Tracy Myers & Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation and one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the world famous “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best-selling book “Uncle Frank Sez” available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.
Contact Frank Myers Auto Maxx
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
SERVICE WEBSITE: https://www.frankmyersauto.com/winston-salem-auto-repair.html
February 5th, 2012 — Announcements, Articles
The film “Car Men” is scheduled to debut on the grandest stage of them all…as the lead-in to the 2012 Superbowl on NBC! This is following the success of its U.S. theatrical premiere and its television ratings smash.
The worldwide television premiere of the film “Car Men” was on December 18 and the ratings were stunningly huge, especially for a documentary about a used car dealership.
Shown on NBC affiliate WXII, “Car Men” delivered a household rating of a 1.9 – 1st in the time period with all the major stations.
Even more impressive: The documentary had an undesirable infomercial lead in and had tough competition on another network from an NFL pre-game show. Expectations were high that the film would perform strong, but not like this.
Because of those ratings, Winston Salem NBC affiliate WXII 12 offered the makers of “Car Men” the opportunity to be what is potentially going to be the lead-in for the most watched television program of the year…Superbowl XLVI.
“Car Men” reveals an in-depth look at the Myers men, Frank and Tracy. While Tracy Myers may play outrageous on television to sell cars – this best-selling author, nationally-recognized entrepreneur, and devoted family man is dead serious when it comes to building a business he, his family and his city can be proud of.
“In the car business, Tracy Myers is who everybody wants to be” said auto industry pro Bruce Roffey. “When you watch Car Men, you’ll find out why.”
“My dad and I are honored and humbled that this film was made. It’s an amazing legacy, not only for our family but also for the city of Winston-Salem,” said Tracy Myers, one of the films stars. Myers continued by saying, “I was amazed at the response we got at the red carpet premiere and was shocked at the ratings it delivered when it debuted on tv. But when I found out that the film was being shown before the Superbowl, I couldn’t believe it. I’m still in shock.”
The film “Car Men” will be shown Sunday morning, February 5th 2012 at 11:30am on Winston Salem, NC NBC affiliate WXII 12.
About Tracy Myers & Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as one of the Top 22 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation and one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the world famous “Everybody Rides” program and author of the best selling book “Uncle Frank Sez” available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit.
Contact Frank Myers Auto Maxx
Frank Myers Auto Maxx
4200 N. Patterson Avenue
Winston Salem, NC 27105
SALES PHONE: 336-767-3432
SALES WEBSITE: https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
SERVICE PHONE: 336-831-0656
About “Car Men” – The Movie
He’s gone on TV dressed up as a giant pickle. Nowadays, you’ll see him most often sporting a giant red, white and blue Uncle Sam hat. Tracy Myers may play outrageous to sell cars – but this best-selling author, nationally-recognized entrepreneur, and devoted family man is dead serious when it comes to building a business he, his family and his city can be proud of.
“Car Men” details the touching and occasionally hilarious story of how the Myers men created a car business that’s known all across America for its successful out-of-the-box thinking – not to mention its off-kilter TV commercials, featuring such quirky characters as Uncle Frank and Chainsaw Charlie.
As one auto pro says, “In the car business, Tracy Myers is who everybody wants to be.” Watch “Car Men” and you’ll find out why.
Official “Car Men” Web Site: https://www.thecarmenmovie.com/
Official “Car Men” Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CarMenMovie
February 3rd, 2012 — Articles, Auto Finance, Used Cars
Tax time can mean a much-needed cash “bonus” for many people. But for some people, like business owners, it can mean the opposite. Many business owners feel the pinch around tax time because in good times or bad Uncle Sam always gets his piece of the pie.
Some local business owners look for creative, ethical ways to deal with tax time trauma. Local Car Dealer Tracy Myers, from Frank Myers Auto Maxx is one of the most innovative when it comes to finding solutions that benefit his customers at the same time. Tax time is no different.
“It’s tax time and my accountant said I need to reduce my tax burden. So I’m going to OVER PAY for your old car so I can stock my lot with traded in vehicles,” said Myers, owner of Frank Myers Auto Maxx.
“Here’s my thought: I’d rather give money to my customers than give it to the government,” exclaimed Myers. “So, if I over pay for trades now, I may lower my tax burden in the future.”
Myers continues, “Here’s the deal, I’m willing to pay you up to $4,297.00 more for your old car than it’s actually worth, no matter where you bought the car, just to satisfy my accountant.”
“I’m calling this my EZ Trade Tax Time Rewards Program. You’ve probably filed an EZ form in the past to get your cash back faster. Well, I’m using my EZ Trade Program to make it simple for you to trade in the old car you hate driving and get a tax time reward of up to $4,297.00 more than it’s actually worth.”
The EZ Way To Get A Fatter Return
“Plus, to help you maximize the tax season, I’ll double your tax refund up to $2,500.00, so you can own the nicer, newer car you’ve always wanted today,” explained Myers.
Myers told us that he oesn’t care where or when you bought the car you trade in. He also doesn’t care whether it’s a lease or a loan or how many payments you have left. He wants to buy as many vehicles as he can from local residents and he is willing to pay more than the vehicle is actually worth because of the effect it could have on his tax liability down the road.
Customers will get up to $4,297.00 more for any car they bring in, which can make your tax time returns much greater than they would be otherwise. Myers asks, “What will you buy with all the extra money?”
Tax Time Makes Credit Approval EZ(er)
“My Everybody Rides Program is perfect if you have had credit problems in the past,” said Myers. “Using my program and your refund together could actually make it easier for you to get approved this month!”
Myers has a special process to work with customers who have credit challenges. They work with many lenders who specialize in approving customers with below average credit scores and have specially trained staff members who know how to put the best deal together in these more challenging financial situations. This means that Frank Myers Auto Maxx is able to help some people who have been turned down at other dealerships actually drive the nicer, newer car they need and want.
“I’ve been refining my Everybody Rides program for quite some time now,” revealed Myers. “I can’t say it’s perfect yet, but it’s very strong. Our goal this month is 100% approval and we plan on coming as close to that goal as we possibly can.”
“We help a lot of people with tough credit situations every single month. If there’s a way to get you approved, we’re going to go to the ends of the earth to find it. We don’t give up here. It’s our mission to help people drive a nicer, newer car. I don’t believe anyone should drive a car they hate,” Myers boasted.
Don’t Be Dependent On Deductions
Myers revealed to us that his customers don’t have to be dependent on deductions. Customers who take advantage of his EZ Trade Tax Time Rewards Program will get their tax time reward directly from the dealership even before most people see a dollar from the government.
Frank Myers Auto Maxx will pay up to $4,297.00 more for your old car than it’s actually worth:
No matter where you bought the car
No matter how many miles it has on it
No matter if it’s a lease or a loan
No matter what condition it’s in
Overpaying for trade-ins will create additional expense for the dealership thereby reducing their future tax liability, while at the same time helping buyers get a great deal on a nicer, newer car today.
Plus, Frank Myers Auto Maxx will be doubling tax refunds up to $1,000.00, which can be applied as a down payment on a nicer, newer car. This is perfect for anyone who wants to lower their monthly payments and can also help credit challenged customers get approved when they previously could not get they financing they need to drive a nicer, newer car.
There Is A Tax Time Reward Deadline
The deadline for taking advantage of the EZ Trade Tax Time Rewards Program and getting more for your trade and the expanded refund is February 29th or when his accountant decides enough is enough, whichever comes first.
To reserve a VIP appointment with a Frank Myers Auto Maxx financing and transportation expert please call 336-767-4069 right now, visit the dealership in person today at 4200 North Patterson Avenue in Winston Salem, NC or visit their website at https://www.FrankMyersAuto.com
Uncle Frank Sez: “No need to pinch yourself because this deal is real. Requires bank approval and vehicle purchase at listed rice. On select models. Some negative equity may need to be financed.”
January 21st, 2012 — Articles, Awards
Inc. magazine has announced that Frank Myers Auto Maxx has been nominated for the annual Inc. 5000, an exclusive ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies. The list represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy—America’s independent-minded entrepreneurs. Companies such as Microsoft, Zappos, Intuit, GoDaddy, Zipcar, Clif Bar, American Apparel, Oracle, and many other well-known names gained early exposure as members of the Inc. 500.
“Fast growth at any time is a big achievement; fast growth during the past few years is just short of miraculous,” said Inc. editor Jane Berentson. “The Inc. 5000 consists of these just-short-of miraculous companies, the ones that through ingenuity and ambition have increased revenue, hired employees, and grown fast in difficult economic times.”
“We are honored and excited to be nominated as one of the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Companies in America,” says Tracy Myers, owner of Frank Myers Auto Maxx. “I would like to thank our dedicated Team Members and our customers for the continued belief in, and support of our dealership. We will continue to strive to be the Nations Premier Automotive Solutions Provider.”
About Frank Myers Auto Maxx
The original Frank Myers Store was started more than 83 years ago by Frank Myers, the Great-Grandfather of the current owner Tracy Myers and the Grandfather of the previous owner, Franklin Myers. Tracy has spent the past 15+ years trying to change the landscape of the car business and the bruised reputation of car salespeople all over the country. Tracy was one of the first 100 Certified Master Dealers in the Nation, a NIADA Eagle Award Winner and was the youngest recipient ever to be honored with the highest available distinction in the used car industry…the National Quality Dealer award. Frank Myers Auto Maxx was recently recognized as the #1 Small Business in NC by Business Leader Magazine, one of the Top 28 Independent Automotive Retailers in the United States by Auto Dealer Monthly Magazine, one of the Top 10 Internet Auto Retailers in the Nation & one of the Top 3 dealerships to work for in the country by The Dealer Business Journal. Tracy is also the Co-Creator of the “Everybody Rides” program and author of the two #1 books: Uncle Frank Sez & YOU Are The Brand, Stupid!, available at Amazon.com and better bookstores. He is a Christian Business Owner whose goal is to run his business “By the Book”. The dealership specializes in helping people find, qualify for and own the vehicle of their dreams with little or no money down…even with less than perfect credit. For more information on Frank Myers Auto Maxx, please visit their website at: https://www.frankmyersauto.com
About Inc. Magazine
Founded in 1979 and acquired in 2005 by Mansueto Ventures LLC, Inc. (www.inc.com) is the only major business magazine dedicated exclusively to owners and managers of growing private companies that delivers real solutions for today’s innovative company builders. With a total paid circulation of 712,647, Inc. provides hands-on tools and market-tested strategies for managing people, finances, sales, marketing, and technology. Visit us online at www.inc.com.
