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Lennie Lawson is a 44 year veteran of the auto industry and a real, live new car dealer...with a twist.....He tells it like it is. Whether you are buying, trading, servicing, getting repairs, curious about industry trends or just want an insider look and information to keep from making an expensive mistake, LENNIE LAWSON is the CAR Guru and the man you need to listen to and learn from.You will never hear this kind of information from the average new car dealer, salesperson or repair shop....they don't want you to know this stuff....but Lennie does. Give the Car Guru a shot, and be sure and tell your friends (but only if you like them!)

My Car Guru...Lennie Lawson


    • Jun 19, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    A clear case for the self-driving car, a special reunion and a car buying "life boat" for every car owner

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 23:12


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    Never buy a Maserati!....plus, my experience trying to deal with an indifferent car dealer

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2025 22:24


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    Why you should always pay close attention when someone slides a document in front of you and says "sign here"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2025 21:52


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    What women want....and why men need to listen, comprehend and respond accordingly especially when it comes to major purchases

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 22:08


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    What I learned from our neighbor who was a racist PLUS If a used car is a "one-owner", does it really matter?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2025 22:18


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    The "Dark Auto Factory" is coming, and there will be no humans to be found, PLUS, being nice has its benefits

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 21:43


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    A great story, and dang good reason, to keep the inside of your car clean PLUS car care tips you MUST take seriously

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 24:03


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    The worst negotiation mistakes most car buyers make and how to avoid them

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2025 21:44


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    Why the following statements are all wrong: "I think____", "I'm pretty sure____", "I believe____", "If I were to guess,____", and "I'll Try"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 23:25


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    My 16 year old grandson just had his first accident and this is how a car guru handles such an incident

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2025 22:41


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    Everyone is a salesperson and getting a grip on that fact is essential to getting your way in life

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 21:13


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    Failure only defines you and your path in life if you allow it....how we maneuvered to avoid failure and how you can too.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2025 22:24


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    Why are there so many BAD CARS out there and how to avoid buying one

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 21:47


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    How to get the automotive manufacturer to help you with major repairs AFTER your warranty has expired

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2025 22:11


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    What do Henry Ford, Harvey Firestone and Thomas Edison have in common with me and my hometown, Greeneville, Tennessee?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2025 23:15


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    What is a sports car? PLUS, What is a "first pencil" and why does it determine how much you pay for a new car

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 23:18


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    "I was deceived....they lied about the used car that I bought!"

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 22:04


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    Three things you must do BEFORE you walk into any new car dealership to buy a new vehicle

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2025 22:56


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    Why leasing may be your safest bet against automotive depreciation and a smart financial move

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2025 22:07


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    Failed hip replacements (like mine) and major auto repairs require similar strategies to find the best solution

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 22:07


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    More miscellaneous ramblings of a car nut, PLUS....what the heck is a Stellantis anyway?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2025 23:00


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    Complicated cars....complicated repairs and the downsides of keeping a car too long

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 22:27


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    Somewhat ironic, and definitely"sneaky" ways, for you to get the best deal on a new vehicle

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 23:05


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    How to avoid scams with Guru Scam Repellant...PLUS...Free "life coaching" for teenagers (and their parents)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 22:30


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    How to spot a crooked, slightly dishonest or indifferent car dealer before you fall into their trap

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 23:31


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    The insider truth of how the tariffs are going to impact everything automotive PLUS, a peak behind the curtain of a new car dealer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 22:08


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    You lose more money on your trade-in than you should because you don't know THIS!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2025 23:16


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    Why you should never use the quick lube place for auto maintenance

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 23:27


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    I miss my dear mother badly, but I am so grateful she left me a gift that I can share with you....It's all about what your "sign" says to others

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2025 23:05


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    Listening to that small inner voice PLUS the 3 most important concepts for teens to understand and put into practice

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 22:41


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    My wife and I had a near miss....listen and learn how to avoid making a major purchase blunder

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2025 23:09


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    How to get ready for spring and summer driving season and prevent unnecessary breakdowns

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 21:16


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    The new square steering wheels, great pre-tariff opportunities and tips on spotting a fake discount

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 21:28


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    This kind of transparency is un-heard of...until now.....on tariffs, on strategy to deal with tariffs and on what "dealer Invoice price" really means

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 22:24


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    How to ruin the value of your car without even trying

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 23:06


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    To fix it or trade? That is the question....and here is the answer.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 21:49


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    Practical car knowledge: Session #2....the engine and transmission explained for the novice

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 22:42


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    Practical car knowledge: Session #1....Suspension, Steering and Brakes

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 22:01


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    When you have a repetitive service issue with your car dealer, what should expect to happen?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 22:01


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    Questionable (crazy) things people do to, do with and do for their vehicles

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 21:18


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    Go on offense....how to deal with the tsunami of tariffs that hit the auto industry on April 2nd

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 22:23


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    Why you can NEVER trust the "book value" of your car, PLUS...if you like money, listen to why you should NEVER buy a camper

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 22:44


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    How to get the best deal on a new car EVERY TIME!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 21:53


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    Why is it so hard to find nice humans who can be nice to other humans...and why Elon Musk is who he is

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 22:07


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    He knew the used BMW smelled like cigarettes...He bought it anyway...and now he wants his money back...a great case study of buyers remorse

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 22:05


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    My latest vintage car purchase experience, PLUS what is Gap insurance and when should you consider buying it to protect your credit?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 22:13


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    Online buying and selling tips, PLUS....how to deal with a "closer" during a car buying experience

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 23:02


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    Trump tariff tsunami hits PLUS EV ownership considerations that will not cause pants wetting

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2025 22:10


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    Do you really ever need a tune up? PLUS....I handle an actual call with a warranty rip-off artist.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 21:47


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    Things to get upset about that we can control and those we cannot...and the wisdom to know the difference

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 21:26


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    Just in case DOGE asks, this was my activity yesterday, PLUS what auto makers are doing to make their products more affordable

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 21:29


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