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Suggestions for Purchasing a Car

Posted 03-12-2015 at 06:51 AM by cassycarter
Car shopping always seems fun, but the truth of the matter is that it is a lot more than walking around a car lot and test driving vehicles until you find the right one. A lot needs to go into car buying if shoppers want to be happy with their purchase longer than just the first few days. Picking the right vehicle is the fun part, but that is not the only choice car buyers have to make. Before rushing off to the nearest car lot, car buyers should do their research to make sure they get the best deal on the vehicle that meets all of their needs.

Financing a vehicle

Do your research to find the best loan and financing options. Many car buyers finance their new car right there at the dealership, but most of the time that is the worst deal they can make. Check at local financial institution for deals on auto loans. Most likely banks and credit unions can give the best interest rates on auto loans. Before setting foot on a car lot, have a solid finance plan set so salesmen cannot send you in the wrong direction when it comes to paying for the car.

Trade in if possible

Edmunds suggests that people in the market for a new vehicle always trade in their old vehicle if it means a better deal – and most of the time it does. Do you research online to see what your current vehicle is worth so when you trade it in, you make sure you get the best deal. Salesmen love when customers have no idea what their car is worth, because it usually means they can offer less for the vehicle and make it sound like the customer is getting a good deal. Know exactly what your car is worth before shopping for a new one.

Negotiate

If you are not a good negotiator, take a close friend or family member who is when you go car shopping. Prices are never set in stone when it comes to purchasing a car, so never settle for full price. Car salesmen can always cut a deal, and you should go car shopping with the intent on talking the price down. Cars are costly because you have to maintain it regularly, pay for insurance, and repair it here and there, so never pay full asking price.


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Source: FFedmunds.com/car-buying/10-steps-to-buying-a-new-car.html

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