Staying Safe on Facebook

You don’t always think about it, but posting the wrong thing on Facebook could have serious consequences. Here are some tips to keep your information safe and you out of trouble.

Don’t give away all your personal information.

It may seem silly but putting your address or telephone number on Facebook could give someone the information they need to steal your identity. If you want a Facebook friend to know your address or phone number send them a private message. Also, try not to leave clues to online passwords you may have. It’s hard to think twice about a status update with your dog’s name or your mother’s birthday, but if those are the passwords to your email or bank account you could be in trouble.

Keep the party posts to a minimum.

I know it’s hard to resist partying, but try not to post the snapshots of your epic night on Facebook. When you apply for jobs, many employers head to Facebook to see what their potential new employee is all about. If they see nothing but pictures and status updates of a wild night out, they will likely choose someone over you for that job even if you are more qualified.

Don’t talk bad about your job/employer.

Ever since Facebook became a hit, countless jobs have been lost because someone vented their frustrations about work on Facebook. If your boss is really an idiot or you hate dealing with annoying customers everyday fine, just don’t put it on Facebook for the world to see. Your employer has every right to terminate you if you talk bad about the company online.

Remember to keep your information safe on Facebook and be smart about what you post. Become a fan of ours to learn more about us and get an opportunity to win prizes. Basil Resale Sheridan wants you to be as safe on the road as you are on Facebook. That’s why all of our vehicles go through a 101 point inspection by our awesome service team.

Jerome Singletary

Concerts in Buffalo, NY

Do you love listening to the radio and jamming out in your car? A concert in Buffalo, NY would be a great way to bring the music to life. Concerts at Darien Lake can be an inexpensive way to have a great time with friends, hanging out and dancing on the lawn while hearing some great music. We all love a cheap way to have a great time!

If your teens are looking for a concert with multiple performers Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Keri Hilson and Far East Movement are all performing July 24th at Darien Lake. You know what always makes a band ten times better? When they started in Buffalo, NY! So you know the Goo Goo Dolls are going to be amazing. To top it off, we're lucking enough to be having some of the greatest rock bands come to Buffalo, NY like ZZ Top and Lynyrd Skynrd.

Don't forget you can enjoy free concerts every Tuesday night in Lewiston at Art Park's Tuesday in the Park. If you don't feel like making the drive, there are always free concerts at Thursday at the Square in downtown Buffalo.

• Darien Lake (9993 Alleghany Road, Darien Center) has tickets available for a combined performance of Lil Wayne, Rick Ross, Keri Hilson and Far East Movement and of course Buffalo's own Goo Goo Dolls on July 29th.


• Art Park (450 South Fourth Street, Lewiston) we have Cheap Trick on July 19th, Lynyrd Skynrd on July 26th, ZZ Top August 2nd, and O.A.R. August 3rd just to name a few.


• Thursday at the Square (Hanover St and Commercial St, Buffalo, NY) has Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes July 21st, George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic July 28th, and lastly Tokyo Police Club August 4th.

Here at Basil Resale Sheridan we hope you find the perfect concert this summer. Along with finding the perfect concert, I assure you we can help you find the perfect car. Stop in and we will find the car you need, and of course you'll have to test out the speakers!

Events this weekend in Buffalo, NY

Now that the Fourth of July has passed what will you do for this weekend to top the last weekend? You and your kids and friends can go to Darien Lake, the movies, or out for dinner. Orrrrrrr.......... Here is a list of fun local inexpensive events that might mix things up a bit.

The Annual Field Days (Carnival)
6777 Main Street, Williamsville

July 7-9, 2011

Come enjoy the carnival with rides, shows, and musical performances. Come with your family and friends. Free Admission. The carnival is presented by Main-Transit volunteer fire Department.

Universoul Circus

South Campus, University at Buffalo

July 7- 10, 2011
Come Bring your Family and friends to enjoy the Circus at UB. There will be man amazing acts that will leave you in awe. The showtimes for Thursday and Friday are 10:30 am and 7:00pm; Saturday 12:00pm, 4:00pm, and 7:00pm; Sunday 3:30pm and 6:30pm

University Farmers Market

South Campus, University at Buffalo
Saturdays 8am-1pm
Have you tired going to a framers market? You can get fresh local produce from the farmers and harvesters themselves. There's music and a lot of activities for the family here.

UB Outdoor Summer Movie Series

Special Events Field, North Campus, University at Buffalo

Fridays 9pm
Go enjoy a movie under the starry sky in North Campus. This Friday they are showing Battle: Los Angeles. If it rains then it will be showing in Norton Hall 102.

You should also stop by this weekend at Basil Resale Sheridan and buy a car, or take a look at our inventory of pre-owned cars. With over 300 cars on our lots, we have a car for just about everyone. And if you can't find the car you're looking for, we will find it for you.

Caroline Cary

Replacing Your Brake Pads

Your car makes a grinding noise whenever you stop. It’s a sound you hate to hear. Is it really time to replace your brake pads again? But what should you know before you get them replaced?

Is it really time to replace them?

It’s very easy to tell if you need new brake pads. On most vehicles you can simply look through the front wheel cover at the brake pads. If the brake pad on either side is worn down to less than ¼ inch they should be replaced. Once you hear that grinding noise, it’s definitely time to replace your pads. Otherwise you could risk damaging your rotor which will be very costly to replace. If you need help contact the service team at Basil Resale Sheridan for an appointment.

When should you replace them?

Once you determine you need new brake pads, you should change them right away. When you hear that grinding noise it means damage is being done to your car’s rotor. The worn down brake pads will grind a groove into your rotor and if it becomes too deep the rotor will snap when you try to brake. Your vehicle won’t be able to brake which could cause an accident!

What about the rest of the brake system?

You don’t have to replace your rotor as often as the brake pads. The rotor can be “turned” or grinded down until the entire surface is even. Once your vehicle gets older, you will also need to replace the calipers. Over time the calipers become sticky and don’t push down on the brake pads which will cause the brake pads to wear down more quickly.

It may seem like a hassle, but it is important to get your brake pads, rotors and calipers serviced as soon as you notice a problem. Basil Resale Sheridan has a first class service department if you ever need your brake system fixed or replaced. When you purchase a vehicle from us, you will also benefit from the Basil Difference which includes free oil changes for life, a 101 point safety inspection and a 6 month/6000 mile warranty.

Jerome Singletary

How to Act When Being Pulled Over

No matter how long you’ve been driving, getting pulled over by a cop can be a nerve-racking experience. The first thing to remember is to be polite! Arguing with a cop isn’t going to get you anywhere.

Pull over to the side of the road

When you see a cop car; first try to remain calm, turn on your turn signal, and try to stop as far right or left as possible so that the Officer can stand next to your car without putting themselves in danger. Turn off your engine and if it’s dark, turn on your interior lights.

Avoid giving the officer a reason to search your car

If you’re rustling about in your car, the officer might think you’re trying to hide something. If anything illegal is in immediate view, like an open bottle of alcohol; he or she is allowed to take it.

You should never get out of your car

Only get out if the officer tells you to. They will consider it a threat if you get out of the car. Remember that many police officers die when pulling over a car; it’s when they are most vulnerable.

When talking to the Officer

Roll down the window completely. Be polite and honest. Try not to cry or argue with the officer because most of the time you can’t talk yourself out of a ticket. And you might just annoy the officer even more!

Take the ticket and go on your way

If you get a ticket keep it in a safe place. Don’t forget to signal and check your mirrors, when entering the road again. Remember police officers are just looking out for your safety and try to protect the safety of others.

Here at Basil Resale Sheridan, we remind you to always drive safe. If you got a ticket for a brake light, headlight or any other malfunctioning part; don’t forget to make an appointment with our amazing service team or just stop by at Basil Resale Sheridan 4131 Sheridan Drive, Williamsville, NY 14221.

Caroline Cary

How to jump start a car

Have you ever found yourself stranded in a parking lot because you left your lights on and your battery died? It’s happened to me several times at home, in a parking lot in front of Barnes and Nobles, and multiple times at school. Trust me you don’t want to find yourself in a situation where you don’t know what to do.
The most important thing to remember is the order in which you attach the cables, and making sure they are attached to the corresponding metal terminal. A neighbor helped me with a jumpstart, but put the cable on the wrong metal terminal causing my fuse to burn out.

Before anything make sure both cars are off.
1. Find out where the positive and negative metal terminals are on both batteries.
2. Make sure none of the metal clips touch each other or they will give you an electric shock.
3. Your red or yellow cable is your positive cable so attach that to the positive terminal of the dead battery.
4. Attach the other end of the red or yellow cable to the positive terminal of the good battery.
5. Attach the black cable to the negative terminal of the good battery.
6. Attach the other side of the black cable to a metal surface of the car, far from the battery.
7. Start the engine of the good car first, then after a couple of minutes start the engine of the other car.

Now you can remove the cable the opposite order in which you attached them. Let your car charge for a couple of minutes before you turn it off.

At this point, you should probably take your car to a service specialist to make sure everything is well. At Basil Resale Sheridan, our team of mechanics would be more than happy to check your car for any problems concerning your battery or anything else that might worry you. If you are a past customer remember to take advantage of The Basil Difference, like free oil changes for life and 6 month/6,000 mile warranty.

Caroline Cary

Must Needed Car Features

Wouldn’t it be nice to drive a vehicle with every feature that you want for an affordable price? I know that you are shaking your head yes. Sometimes we can’t get that car that we want with all the features and accessories that we desire. Cars that are new and customized can be really expensive and not within our budget. However, adding features to our car is more realistic and it is relatively easy to do. Naturally, we all want to have the coolest gadgets and the most convenient accessories in our car. Adding a sun roof to a car will give you the ability to enjoy a cooling breeze on a warm summer day and not to mention, a sun roof looks cool. I know it’s always handy to have remote keyless entry and autostarts to enable us to enter and leave the car faster. I know that I would certainly be lost without these. We don’t always want to be stuck driving in our cars, but sometimes we have to. A good investment would be to add a DVD player or a sound system to the car in order to entertain us on a long drive or keep us occupied if we are stuck in traffic. A GPS and a cell phone holder are a definite must especially in our fast paced world that we live today. Also, it’s always nice to have such luxuries as heated car seats and heated cup holders on our brutally cold winter days. Any of these features that I have discussed can be added for as little as $250 in most places. See I told you that you don’t need to buy an expensive car in order to get such great features! As a matter of fact, you can check out Basilcars at Basil Resale Center because I know that the cars come equipped with some great features.

Basil Resale Sheridan has a large selection of over 300 vehicles to choose from. With this large inventory to select from, you are more than likely to find a car with the features that you are looking for. And if we don't have the features you are looking for, we can certainly find the perfect vehicle for you or even put it in for you!

Kristen Prenatt

Our Public Enemy: Potholes

What do you do when you hit a pothole? Yep! Basically, say “oh great, there goes my alignment or my suspension.” We become more cautious when we know that the roads are engulfed with potholes, but sometimes that’s not enough to avoid them. Potholes crop up like annoying weeds and you just don’t know where they will be next. When moisture from the snow melting or rain soaks below the road it will erode the dirt beneath the road leading to the asphalt cracking or giving way. Also, moisture under the road when heated or frozen will contract or expand causing strain on the asphalt leading it to fail. Trucks and vehicles only add stress to the already fragile asphalt resulting in it to collapse. Our Buffalo weather certainly creates just the right ingredients for the creation of these potholes. Whether we like it or not, we will soon have to deal with these then. Sometimes we hit these holes in the ground because they catch us off guard or we just don’t maneuver out of the pothole’s path fast enough. I think that we can all agree that potholes are not just annoying, but costly. They can cause serious damage to our rims, tires, shocks, struts, tie rods, wheel bearings, axle shafts, and much more. If you think you have damage to your car from a pothole then have it checked out by Basil Resale Sheridan immediately. Pothole damage will only increase with time if not checked out. The best solutions to cope with potholes are to exercise vigilance for these deep grooves in the road and to make mental maps of the locations of potholes that you see so you can avoid them. As well, we can also report the potholes to the city of Buffalo so the city can repair them within 48 hours.

Basil Resale Sheridan has many used cars that are ready for whatever potholes that crop up. All our cars go through a 101 point inspection, so you should feel confident driving on the road against our public enemy: potholes.

Kristen Prenatt

We Got A Situation This Halloween

What are you going to be for Halloween? This is the biggest question we are asking ourselves as we get closer to October 31st. You want a unique costume choice, but you don’t want to wear a costume that no one understands. My suggestion is to avoid costumes that only you are familiar with. The most popular costume themes every Halloween are characters from movies/television and celebrities. One of the most popular television shows this year is the Jersey Shore. The fun personalities of the cast make them ideal for costumes; such Mike The Situation, Snooki, and DJ Pauly D. The costume craze is not just focused on television shows, but also popular movies. There are several costumes that have been generated from the movie Twilight. I foresee that there will be a lot of Jacobs, Bellas, and Edwards on the prowl. Characters from the movies Alice in Wonderland and Avatar will also grace us with their presence this Halloween. The costumes from these movies will definitely provide you with that element of creativity if that is what you are looking for. And, yep, don’t be surprised if you see Michael Jackson and Lady Gaga walking around; these costumes are in high demand as well. This year, you are definitely guaranteed a large selection to choose from. Just make sure you get your costume soon because all the best costumes will sure to be gone.

Basil Resale Sheridan wishes everyone a safe and Happy Halloween. Costume stores are not the only places guaranteeing a large selection of inventory; Basil Resale Center guarantees a large selection of used cars inventory that will help you find that car that you have been searching for. A large inventory is not all that Basil Resale is offering; the Basil difference and a lot of ways to finance, which will ensure you an effortless car search.

Kristen Prenatt

Study Tips for College Midterms

I know. I am getting that sinking feeling too. Head spinning, stomach churning, difficulty breathing, and tightening of the chest; we can’t avoid it much longer. Midterms are upon us. I dread saying that word and I know you dislike hearing me say that word, but the sooner we start preparing, then the better off we will be. I understand. I feel your pain. I am overwhelmed with all my assignments and projects just like you. But with everything we have going on, study tips can help reduce the amount of time we study and actually help us retain the information better. Whether you go to the University at Buffalo, Canisius College, Erie Community College, Daemen College, Niagara University or any other college, keep these helpful tips in mind:
1. It is best to read over the notes that you just took that day for better retention of the notes
2. Use Mnemonic devices to help memorize lists and definitions faster
3. Using flashcards will help you memorize vocabulary quicker and help you quiz yourself if you aren’t studying with someone
4. Set time objectives so it forces you to focus and not “drift” while studying
5. Take short breaks frequently while you are studying to allow your brain to process the material. You don’t want to suffer from overload!
6. Make sure that you don’t study all your notes the night before the test
7. Study in a quiet place with few distractions
8. Highlight important concepts and definitions to help you focus more on the important materials
9. If you study with a group, make sure that your group members are there to study and will focus
10. Don’t stress yourself out, be relaxed when you study so your brain can absorb the notes better

Basil Resale Sheridan wishes you good luck on your midterms and hopes that these study tips will help you be successful on your exams. Basil not only will help you prepare for your midterm, but also Basil will help you find that car that you have been looking for. With over 200 reliable used cars to choose from, there is no reason you can’t be successful on your car search.

Kristen Prenatt

Halloween Safety Tips

“Trick or Treat!” I can already hear the trick or treaters at my front door now, anxiously ringing the doorbell. I’m sure many of you will be accompanying your little one trick or treating. Yes, Halloween has arrived again this year; a night of excitement, haunted houses, ghosts, monsters, vampires, and of course, trick or treating await you. But before you head out the door, here are some safety tips to keep in mind to help make your trick or treating experience fun and not scary.
1. Instruct your child to never go into a strangers house or a strangers car
2. If your child is old enough to go by himself/herself, then make sure that he/she goes in a group and has a cell phone.
3. It’s important to plan a safe route to take your little one trick or treating
4. Ensure your child doesn’t eat any candy before you check it
5. Direct your children to look both ways before crossing the street
6. Make sure cars come to a complete stop before crossing the street
7. The costumes should be short enough so your child doesn’t stumble
8. Make sure costume accessories such as knives and swords should be soft and flexible
9. Make certain your child carries a flashlight or reflective material on their costume so they are visible to drivers
10. Instruct your child to walk not run to prevent any accidents

Basil Resale Sheridan wants to wish everyone a safe and Happy Halloween. If you are looking for a car, stop by. Basil promises that your visit won’t be filled with tricks, but many treats!

Kristen Prenatt

Buffalo Sabres Home Opener

Crisp chill in the air, scent of popcorn and cheesy nachos permeating the nostrils, blue and yellow colors drape the crowd, whistling and screaming grow in strength as the excitement builds. Are you ready? I know I am. Saturday is the much anticipated Sabres home opener against the New York Rangers and I can’t wait. According to Lindy Ruff, the main goal of the Sabres is to win the Stanley Cup. From what I have seen, the Sabres pre-season performance has only added to my anticipation. Our veteran players, Rob Niedermeyer, Jochen Hecht, and Mike Grier will play vital roles on our team considering our team is relatively young. This team has something special that a Buffalo team hasn’t had in years; Ryan Miller, arguably the best goalie in the league. Our veteran players, Ryan Miller, new additions to our team and the drive to win put us well on our way to winning the Stanley Cup! The Sabres are a stronger team this year and I think the rest of the NHL can sense that. The Sabres are ready! I know you as well as I will be cheering the Sabres on this Saturday. My advice to you is to be ready to cheer because I have a feeling that’s all we will be doing. Go Sabres!

Basil Resale Sheridan will also be cheering on the Sabres this Saturday. If you are looking for a car, you should stop by Basil Resale Sheridan. We have over 200 used cars to choose from where you are bound to find the car that you have been looking for!

Kristen Prenatt

Texting While Driving

“Ding!” That sounds like a text message. Instantly, you read the text message and text back while you are driving. Why is it that most people can’t resist texting while driving? Is it because we can’t resist the curiosity of who texted us? Is it that we are trying to multi-task in this fast paced world? Is it because we are bored? Regardless of the reason, cell phone use behind the wheel accounts for 16 million car crashes a year and results in nearly 6,000 deaths a year according to the National Safety Council. To combat this issue, New York State implemented a texting while driving ban. However, studies have shown that the texting ban imposed is not effectively decreasing the number of car crashes, but is actually increasing the number of car accidents. Why is this not a surprise? Well, it’s obvious that people are continuing to text because they can easily get away with it. The police aren’t able to stop many people from texting because many people will text below the steering wheel to avoid being detected. Texting while driving can be equated with drinking and driving. Hard to believe? Well in both cases, you are not in full control of the car and pose a threat to everyone on the road. Maybe with this different perspective, we will think twice before we pick up our cell phone while driving when we hear that “ding.”

Basil Resale Sheridan wants you to be focused and safe on the road. If you are in need of a reliable car, Basil has over 300 used vehicles to choose from. Also, Basil has has many ways to finance and has the Basil difference to ensure that you will have an effortless car search.

Kristen Prenatt

Road Rage

Heart pumping, veins bulging, blood pressure rising, fists clentched, yelling insults through your closed windows; another driver has just cut you off in heavy traffic. Have you ever experienced road rage? If you answered no, then you might be in denial like I was. Road rage is when a driver becomes enraged and commits aggressive acts toward another driver such as: rude gestures, accelerating, quick lane changes, physical attacks, violent honking, making threats, screaming, and swearing. I didn’t believe that I was a road rage driver until I was stuck in traffic behind someone driving 10 miles below the speed limit and I violently switched lanes to get around that person. I might have even swore once or twice. But who doesn’t right? I realize now that I, along with many other people, let the anger takeover because of stress, running late, driving behind an unexperienced driver, and driving in heavy traffic. Road rage has even become so common that it has been diagnosed as a mental disorder called intermittent explosive disorder.

Any driver can be affected by road rage. It is said to affect approximately 16 million Americans and is increasing by 7% each year. Stop denying that you may take part in the road rage phenomenon and start coping with it. Here are some tips to help keep the road rage away:

1. Allow yourself extra time to get to your destination so you aren’t in a rush.
2. If you start to feel angry at another driver, take deep breaths. If you can’t reduce the anger, pull over until the anger subsides.
3. Don’t drive when you are extremely stressed or emotional.
4. Make sure that you get enough sleep so that you aren’t cranky.
5. Listening to relaxing music will help keep the blood pressure low and you calm.
6. Drive in a car that is reliable and can get you where you want to go without any issues.

Basil Resale Sheridan wants to help you cope with your road rage. With over 200 reliable used cars and trucks to choose from that go through a 101 point inspection, Basil will have you driving in tranquility.

Kristen Prenatt