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.

  • Text Drive Sales:This 1997 Mercedes-Benz G320 is a Japanese-market example that is said to have been brought to Canada in 2013. It is finished in blue over black leather and is powered by a 3.2-liter inline-six linked with a four-speed automatic transmission, a dual-range transfer case, and three locking differentials. Equipment includes a sunroof, a front brush guard, window rain guards, and 18″ five-spoke alloy wheels along with heated front seats, inward-facing jump seats, and an aftermarket stereo linked with a rearview camera. Acquired by the seller in 2025, this W463 G320 has 158k kilometers (~98k miles) and is now offered in Canada with a clean Carfax report and Saskatchewan registration in the seller’s name. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    1997 Mercedes-Benz G320
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2014 Ferrari FF was optioned with a Verde Zeltweg exterior finish, and it is powered by a 6.3-liter F140 V12 mated to an all-wheel-drive system incorporating a rear-mounted seven-speed dual-clutch transaxle and a front-mounted two-speed transaxle. The car is equipped with Cuoio upholstery, adaptive bi-xenon headlights, a panoramic roof, a front-axle lift system, 20″ alloy wheels, an auxiliary passenger display, front and rear parking sensors and cameras, heated power-adjustable front seats, a Kenwood head unit, aftermarket audio components, automatic climate control, and cruise control. Purchased by the owner in 2020, this FF has 42k miles and is now offered in Oregon on dealer consignment by the selling dealer, a Local Partner, at no reserve with a clean Carfax report and a clean Washington title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    2014 Ferrari FF at No Reserve
  • Text Drive Sales:This 283ci Super Turbo-Fire V8 engine was assembled on October 12, 1957, at the Tonawanda engine plant. Under previous ownership, the engine was rebuilt with a Duntov 097 camshaft, 0.030″-over domed pistons, solid lifters, and WCFB dual quad carburetors. After the rebuild, the engine was run on a test stand but has not been installed in a vehicle. The seller reportedly purchased the engine from Lyle Davidson of Davidson Restorations in Leesburg, Virginia. It is currently displayed on a black stand and is now offered at no reserve in Seekonk, Massachusetts. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    Dual-Carbureted Chevrolet 283ci Super Turbo-Fire V8 Engine at No Reserve
  • “Conversations create customers. Engage fast. Text back. Win more deals.”
    Your next sale starts with a conversation. Cars Buy Text makes every ad, listing, and lot sticker textable—so shoppers reach you instantly and your team replies in seconds. More engagements → more appointments → more solds.
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    Conversations create customers. Engage fast. Text back. Win more deals.
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman has remained registered in Colorado following the initial sale at Schomp Mini of Highlands Ranch, and it is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter inline-four linked to a six-speed Steptronic automatic transaxle and an ALL4 all-wheel-drive system. Finished in True Blue Metallic over Carbon Black leather upholstery, the car has 24k miles and is equipped with a white roof, white stripes and side graphics, a sunroof, front fog lights, rear Park Distance Control, Dynamic Traction Control, 17″ alloy wheels, heated “Lounge” front sport seats, a Harman Kardon sound system, a CD stereo, cruise control, and automatic climate control. This R60 Cooper S Countryman was acquired by the selling dealer in 2025 and is now offered with the owner’s manual, a Carfax report, and a clean Colorado title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    24k-Mile 2012 Mini Cooper S Countryman ALL4
  • Text Drive Sales:This 2004 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE is an extended cab 4×4 pickup that has 76k miles following history with one registered owner. The truck is powered by a 5.3-liter Vortec V8 linked to a four-speed automatic transmission, an Autotrac active dual-range transfer case, and a locking rear differential. Finished in Fire Red over Dark Pewter Custom cloth, it is equipped with the Z71 Off-Road Suspension and Light Duty Power packages, which together provided gas shock absorbers, off-road bump stops, skid plates, and Z71 decals. Additional appointments include a receiver hitch, 17″ six-spoke polished cast-aluminum wheels, remote keyless entry, cruise control, and dual-zone climate control. This GMT800 Sierra 1500 is now offered by the selling dealer with a window sticker, the owner’s manual, a damage-free Carfax report, and a clean North Carolina title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    2004 GMC Sierra 1500 SLE Z71 Extended Cab 4×4
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1998 Honda Acty SDX is a right-hand-drive pickup that was imported from Japan to the US following the seller’s acquisition in 2025, and it shows 79k kilometers (~49k miles). The truck has been refinished in yellow and fitted with 16″ Weds Kranze wheels, LED exterior lighting, a Wirus Win exhaust system, black seat covers, and a Pioneer Carrozzeria stereo. Power is provided by a 656cc inline-three mated to a five-speed manual transaxle and a Real Time four-wheel-drive system. Service in March 2025 included replacing the timing belt, water pump, camshaft seal, valve cover gasket, and spark plugs. This Acty is now offered in California at no reserve with a Montana title in the name of the seller’s LLC. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    1998 Honda Acty Pickup SDX 4WD 5-Speed at No Reserve
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1972 Porsche 911T Targa is finished in Sepia Brown over black and is powered by a 2.4-liter flat-six equipped with dual Weber carburetors and linked with a 915 five-speed manual transaxle. Equipment includes a removable roof panel, a stainless-steel Targa bar, fog lights, 15″ Fuchs alloy wheels, adjustable front seats, rear seats, a cassette stereo, and a heater. The selling dealer acquired the car in 2023, and work in preparation for the sale consisted of a partial engine reseal and replacement of the left heat exchanger, batteries, and hood struts. This 911T Targa is now offered at no reserve with a Porsche Production Specifications certificate, the owner’s manual, service records, a tool kit, and a clean Pennsylvania title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    1972 Porsche 911T Targa 5-Speed at No Reserve
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL500 was purchased by a member of the current owner’s family in January 2000, and it has 23k miles following registration history in California and Colorado. The car is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic over Parchment leather and is powered by a 5.0-liter V8 paired with a five-speed automatic transmission. Features include a removable hardtop, a brown soft top, 16″ 12-hole alloy wheels, fog lights, power-adjustable seats, a cassette stereo, a Bose sound system, and automatic climate control. This R129 is now offered on dealer consignment at no reserve with a clean Carfax report and a clean Colorado title. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    23k-Mile 1997 Mercedes-Benz SL500 at No Reserve
  • Text Drive Sales:This 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado KZJ78 is a right-hand-drive four-door wagon that is said to have been acquired by the seller out of Japan before being brought to the US in 2020. It is finished in blue over patterned cloth upholstery and is powered by a 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline-four linked with a four-speed automatic transmission and a dual-range transfer case. Equipment includes Dobinsons suspension components and 15″ steel wheels along with a metal front bumper, a roof rack, a Warn winch, an LED light bar, a rear ladder, and a receiver hitch. The cabin has air conditioning, an aftermarket head unit, rear-window curtains, and front-door armrests with cup holders. This J70 Prado shows 254k kilometers (~158k miles) and is now offered with a clean Oregon title in the seller’s name. List Yours With Us- Carsbuytext.com
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    1993 Toyota Land Cruiser Prado KZJ78 Turbodiesel
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