Automotive Advisor | Chevrolet & 27 Other Brands
Terry Thompson
Automotive Advisor | Chevrolet & 27 Other Brands
Terry Thompson
I help Western New York families buy and finance the right vehicle — safely, affordably, and without the runaround. Automotive Advisor | Author, First Principles of Car Buying. Mark of Excellence Award winner. 30 years in tech, now in your corner at the car deal.
The Easiest Way to Start
Chevy, GMC, Toyota, Honda, Acura — any of our 27 brands. No obligation. I'll tell you exactly what it pencils out to and what you should ask for.
Or text the link directly to Terry · No bots. Terry responds personally.
First Principles of Car Buying
This is the whole method. I run your vehicle through all four before you sign anything, and if it fails one of them, I tell you.
What the vehicle does in a Buffalo January, not on a brochure page. Real all-wheel drive behavior, braking, crash ratings, and which driver-assist features are actually on the trim you are looking at.
See what's on each trim →A payment you can carry every month for the whole term, with the tax, fees and rate written down in front of you. No surprises at signing, and no being car poor to look good in the driveway.
Run the numbers first →The right vehicle for how you actually drive: your commute, your family, what you tow, where you park it. The best SUV on the lot is the wrong one if it does not fit your week.
Talk it through with me →What the vehicle is worth in three years, what your trade is worth today, and how equity, lease returns and New York's tax rules work in your favor when you set the deal up right.
How equity and trades work →Why Customers Choose Terry
Buffalo buyers deserve straight answers, not showroom games. Here's what you'll get from day one.
The four First Principles above are not marketing copy. I run your deal through every one of them out loud, and if the vehicle fails one, you hear it from me before you sign, even when it costs me the sale.
I know what AWD really means on Route 90 in January. I know which Equinox and Traverse trims are right for your commute, your family, and your road conditions — not just the sticker price.
I explain financing in plain language. I've helped buyers across a wide range of credit situations find real solutions. You'll understand every number before you sign anything.
Where Are You Right Now?
Click the one that fits. I'll know exactly how to help you from there.
You know what you want, or you're close. Let's get you into the right vehicle at the right number, fast.
Call Terry now →No pressure here. Ask me anything — payment ranges, trade-in values, model comparisons. I'll give you straight answers.
Text Terry a question →Most people are surprised, sometimes pleasantly. Text me your year, make, model, and mileage. I'll get you a real number.
Text Terry your vehicle info →What Customers Say
These aren't talking points. They're the reason I show up every day.
"Terry made the whole process feel completely different from any dealership experience I've had. He listened, he explained everything, and there was zero pressure. We drove home in exactly the right vehicle."
"I needed a vehicle that handled well in Buffalo winters and fit my budget. Terry walked me through every option honestly and found me the perfect Trax. First car I've ever bought where I felt in control."
"Terry was the first retail customer to deliver a 2020 Corvette C8 at West Herr. I had tons of questions — he had every answer. Professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely excited for me. Highly recommend."
Ready to Move Forward?
No gatekeepers. No call centers. You get me directly.