AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS FINANCING MADE EASY

Shawn Gilfillan • June 2, 2020

YOU WAKE UP AND IT'S A NEW DAY 

Reliability and peace of mind usually go hand and hand. Most often it’s not top of mind. You go through your day, expect that your morning shower will produce the hot steady flow of water that you are accustomed to and you don’t really even give it any thought. That’s pretty much the way most of us feel when we load up our essentials for the day, grab our keys and head out the door to work or school, or wherever you’ve planned on going.


The UGH moment when you approach your vehicle to see a flat tire, or you get in, put your seatbelt on and it doesn’t start, or it starts but the air conditioner is blowing a steady stream of heat. Unexpected interruptions are NOT something that any of us like.

WE HAVE ALL BEEN IN A SIMILAR SITUATION AT ONE TIME OR ANOTHER

The plans for the day are instantly changed and you might get a swill of anxiety because you immediately think of the inconvenience and financial burden this is going to put on you, and all the things that are not going to go as planned today. Something has got to be done.


Going into problem solving mode is probably your next step. Calling your automotive service provider is a good start. At Automotive Magic we provide an enormous amount of support to our customers. We can assist you with orchestrating a tow, set you up with a loaner vehicle and get to diagnosing and addressing the repair.

FINANCING ON AUTOMOTIVE REPAIRS MADE EASY

What you may not be aware of is that we can help you through the financial aspect as well. We are a NAPA AutoCare center, which means Parts and labor are covered with our 36/36,000 mile warranty. That also means that we can help you apply for their EasyPay Credit Card. With just a few questions we can get your application in and the approval usually takes only minutes. They offer special financing on purchases of $199 or more for up to 6 months.

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  • Some of the other benefits for NAPA EasyPay Credit Card holders include:
  • Accepted at gas stations nationwide
  • Accepted at over 25,000 Synchrony Car Care locations
  • Exclusive cardholder discounts
  • NO annual fee
  • Convenient monthly payments 
  • Online account management

We know that emergencies and unexpected situations arise all of the time. We want to stress to you the importance of maintaining your vehicle. The NAPA EasyPay Financing is available to you at any time, so scheduling some of the recommended maintenance now could save you some headaches and aggravation in the future.

AUTOMOTIVE MAGIC IS FOCUSED ON OUR CUSTOMERS SATISFACTION GUARANTEED

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Shawn Gilfillan

Shawn Gilfillan is the dedicated owner of Automotive Magic in Kenvil, NJ. With over two decades of experience, Shawn has led his team in providing expert auto repair and service since 2003. 


In 2022, Magic Lube & Rubber was born in Lake Hopatcong, NJ. Committed to fostering strong community ties and supporting team development, Shawn prioritizes customer satisfaction above all. As a proud family man and long-time resident of Roxbury, NJ, Shawn brings a blend of professionalism and warmth to his business. 


Trust Shawn and his team for all your automotive needs with confidence and assurance.

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