Aug 22 2010

Car Buyers Guide To Purchasing A Used Car

Purchasing used cars is a risky endeavor, and we say this because it’s impossible to assess a vehicle properly. We do not want to wasting our time, effort and money while selecting a used car to buy. However, this won’t have to be, what we need are good analysis skills with some patience as well.

Used vehicles are often the best values we can get in the automotive market either offline shops or online auction sites, especially for late models. Not only are prices lower than comparable new cars, but ownership expenses such as collision insurance and taxes are lower, having taken the biggest hit in depreciation.

But first, we must make sure the car specs are what we want. People who look for used cars without having an idea usually get something they can’t need. Be sure to get something that suits your needs such as long distance travelling, family etc ..

Don’t buy the cheapest car. In the secondhand car market, the cheapest does not mean the best. Without our acknowledgment, the car might have been involved in a major accident, need extensive repairs or extended with all the warranty features. Far better get something in an excellent condition, even with a heftier price tag.

We should also find out more on the car’s prior owner was he/she a careful driver or was the car used for rental? Any clues on the history can tell us whether the car was abused or involved in a serious accident. If so, steer clear of the vehicle!

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Jul 25 2010

Which Car Will I Buy

Choosing the right car is always a difficult task? Its easy to tell your kids after they pass the driving test to buy new cars but its not easy as just saying it because cars are expensive and so is the insurance for the first time drivers. You will need to make sure the car is in a good condition and also it will last you at least a few years without any problem if you are looking to buy a used car.

 

There are so many choices out there to choose from but choosing that right one is always difficult. I recommend you to read various reviews and feedbacks of the car of your choice and then see if it is worth you spending a lot of money. You might find some good reviews on vauxhall or ford cars and they decide to buy a ford car but then again there are other garages which might have the same car in cheaper prices. That is when the question appears in your mind, which shall I go for?. Of course you will get one which is cheaper than the other which has the same performance but then you will have to wonder why it is cheaper? Does it have any fault in it?

 

You will be spending a lot of money when buying a car so you will have to make sure you choose the right now that is reliable and will last you for some time. Especially first time drivers have to check the car, the money and the insurance for the car before buying one. Car insurance these days are very expensive especially for people under the age of 25. People advise these drivers to pick a cheaper and a smaller car so that insurance will be low too. They cannot dream about driving Audi Q5 even if they can afford the car unless they are very rich. Search Skoda Car Sales

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Feb 8 2010

Sweeten Your Next Car Deal

Overcoming car dealership pressure

Cars, like people, don’t last forever. Just about anyone finds themselves in front of the sales manager trying to figure out a deal. The office is hectic and there seems to be information coming from everywhere. The atmosphere of the place is part of their strategy, and the point is to distract you and make you feel pressured. You can get pressured to act fast by seeing a lot of customers come and leave with a new car. You must resist the pressure of your environment and slow things down with some simple, but important concepts.

Do your homework first

Information is never more powerful than at a negotiating table. Remember, even at “the sticker is the price” dealerships you are negotiating. You have just as much power as the other guy. They want to sell the car as much as you want to buy it; in today’s economy maybe more so. Take the time to compare prices and terms at area dealerships. Research industry journals and web sites that display sales prices, if they’re available. Having the information isn’t enough, however. You must know it well, say it with confidence, and let the salesman know you know what you are talking about.

Know where you want to end up

In order to end up in the right place, you have to know what your idea of a good deal is. After you’ve done the homework, figure out how much you’re willing to pay. At the table, don’t let the salesman switch units on you. Put it like this, if you talk price do NOT let the suit switch to monthly payment talk. Don’t let him switch to a car that’s similar but you aren’t familiar with. You have researched one car that you want. By switching over to a vehicle you know less about, he gains power of information. Don’t get distracted and keep the conversation on what you want.

Avoid slick and worthless add-ons

According to U.S. News and World Report Rankings and Reviews, apart from having a ridiculously long name, report several extras that only cost you more for no good reason. Number one on the list is extended warranties. Most warranties from manufacturers cover just about anything you need, unless you plan on keeping the car for twenty years. Furthermore, you don’t have to buy the warranty at that moment. It may be cheaper to contact a third party later when you decide you need the warranty.

Another unnecessary add-on is fabric and paint protection. Cans of fabric proctor go for $ 10 from a department store or auto parts store, and do the same job as the stuff the dealership wants to charge an arm and a leg for, those lepers. A third costly add-on listed by U.S. News is rust proofing. Most cars sold in the U.S. are well protected against rust for decades. Since cars use far more plastic these days, rust isn’t as big an issue – it isn’t as if you hear of plastic rusting. Once again, you can probably get any protection you want for less from a third party.

Stick to the deal at hand

The key to car negotiations and other negotiations is to keep focused on your target price and don’t budge. All that extra crap they throw at you is something dealerships do to distract you and make you pay WAY more than you should. If they can throw new things in the mix they erode your power of information and your bargaining position. If the distractions are becoming too much, don’t be afraid to walk away. You will feel better and find a better deal if you do.

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