The Engagement Edge

“Text smarter. Sell faster.”

About The Engagement Edge

The Engagement Edge is the official blog of Cars Buy Text, where we share strategies, insights, and real-world success stories on how SMS is transforming automotive retail. Since 2013, we’ve helped dealerships nationwide generate over 1 million customer engagements from platforms like AutoTrader, Cars.com, and CarGurus — turning everyday ads into powerful text-driven sales channels.

Our mission is simple: help dealerships meet buyers where they are and close more deals through faster, smarter communication. Here you’ll find best practices, case studies, and actionable tips to keep your store ahead of the curve in today’s digital-first marketplace.

Because at the end of the day, customers don’t want to wait on hold or send emails into the void. They want answers now — and texting delivers.

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  • 4,900-Mile 1994 Porsche 911 Speedster 5-Speed

    Text Drive Sales:This 1994 Porsche 911 Speedster is one of 936 examples produced between 1992 and 1994, just 427 of which were built for the US market, and it shows 4,900 miles following registration history in Georgia, New York, and Massachusetts. Powered by a 3.6-liter flat-six paired with a G50 five-speed manual transaxle, the car…

  • 4k-Mile 2012 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 Coupe 6-Speed

    Text Drive Sales:This 2012 Ford Mustang was sold new as a GT Coupe and was subsequently sent to Shelby American in Las Vegas, Nevada, for conversion to Shelby GT350 specification and collected via Shelby Museum delivery. The car was finished in Performance White from the factory, with Guardsman Blue stripes and the GT350 Interior Package…

  • 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 4MATIC at No Reserve

    Text Drive Sales:This 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL550 has 78k miles following registration history in New Jersey and New York, and it is powered by a twin-turbocharged 4.6-liter V8 linked with a seven-speed automatic transmission and a 4MATIC all-wheel-drive system. Finished in Diamond White Metallic over beige leather upholstery, the vehicle is equipped with adaptive bi-xenon headlights, a powered…

  • 1993 BMW 316i Touring 5-Speed

    Text Drive Sales:This 1993 BMW 316i Touring was purchased by the selling dealer in Germany before it was imported to the US in 2025, and work under current ownership is said to have included repainting the hood, reupholstering the seats in green and gray Design Edition fabric upholstery, and replacing the rear muffler, hood shock,…

  • 26k-Mile 2016 Nissan GT-R Premium

    Text Drive Sales:This 2016 Nissan R35 GT-R Premium has 26k miles through the seller’s purchase in 2017, and it is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 linked to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and an ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system. Finished in Jet Black over black leather and suede, the car is equipped with LED headlights,…

  • 4,500-Mile 2012 Jaguar XKR-S Coupe

    Text Drive Sales:This 2012 Jaguar XKR-S coupe was initially delivered to Hornburg Jaguar in Santa Monica, California, and now has 4,500 miles. Powered by a supercharged 5.0-liter V8 paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, the car is finished in Stratus Gray over Warm Charcoal soft-grain leather. Equipment includes an active differential, parking sensors, bi-xenon headlights, 20″…

  • 347-Powered 34 Ford Coupe Street Rod

    Text Drive Sales:This ’34 Ford is a steel-bodied, full-fendered coupe that was previously part of the Bruce Church collection, and it was acquired by the seller in 2022. Dubbed ‘Black Widow’, the build is highlighted by the 347ci V8, which is equipped with a SCAT crankshaft, JE pistons, a roller camshaft, Crane rockers, and a…

  • 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III at No Reserve

    Text Drive Sales:This 1966 Austin-Healey 3000 BJ8 Mk III was purchased by its prior owner in 1968 and remained with them for the next five decades. It underwent engine and transmission rebuild as well as other mechanical work that totaled over $20k in 2021 and 2022 before being acquired by the current owner on BaT…

  • 40k-Mile 2005 Jaguar Super V8

    Text Drive Sales:This 2005 Jaguar Super V8 has 40k miles following registration history in California, and it is finished in Ebony over Cranberry leather upholstery. Powered by a supercharged 4.2-liter V8 linked to a six-speed automatic transmission, the car is equipped with a sunroof, parking sensors, 19″ five-spoke wheels, heated power-adjustable front seats, heated power-adjustable…

  • 40-Years-Owned 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

    Text Drive Sales:This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL was originally delivered to Carwell Corporation of Hermosa Beach, California and was subsequently acquired by the current owner in 1985. It is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The car is finished in red over black MB-Tex and is equipped with a black convertible…

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