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The Used Car Pirate - Auto Dealer Tips & Info

Author: Josh Barlowe

I am Josh Barlowe and I am The Used Car Pirate. This blog site is for wholesale auto auctions and the used car industry in general. This includes flipping vehicles, maintaining and detailing vehicles, automotive transport, and more. My decades of buying and selling auction vehicles, flipping them online or on a car lot, is now your advantage as I share my experiences with you.
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  • Car Auctions
    • My Tactics for Dealer-Only Used Car Auctions Online
    • My Strategies for Selling a Used Car in San Diego: A Local’s Guide
    • How I Use Price Guides to Bid Smartly at SoCal Auctions
  • Automotive Transport
    • Orlando to Tampa: My Car Transport Experience in Florida
  • About Us
    • Contact The Used Car Pirate
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