2012年8月20日星期一

Common car-buying mistakes

Trying to buy a car? Don't make the mistake of dropping uobd2 by a lot to browse. You may end up with more than you bargained for.he buying process is complicated as many things have to be considered and it has happened many a times that the car buyer end up overpaying or with a car that s/he repents. Below are 10 mistakes that car buyers often make that can quickly turn that initial excitement into buyer remorse sand how to avoid them.
Dealerships often try to sell you extras that boost their profit margin but are a waste of you money. They can include rust-proofing, fabric protection or paint protectant. Don't accept those unnecessary services and fees. If you see those items on the bill of sale and you haven't agreed to them, simply cross them out and refuse to pay for them. Car bodies are already coated to protect against rust. You can treat upholstery and apply paint protectant yourself with good off-the-shelf products. Also think twice about an extended warranty. It can cost thousands of rupees. But if you buy a model with good reliability or if you expect to have the car only for five years or less, it often isn't worth the cost.
You could get a great deal on your new car but lose all of the savings--and more--on your trade-in. That's why it's critical that you research the value of your current NEXIQ 125032 car before buying your new one. Find out what both the retail and wholesale prices are, so that you'll know what you should be able to get if you trade it in or if you sell it yourself. By knowing your car's true value and by sticking to your price during the negotiations, you can get your car's full value, whether you trade it in or sell it yourself.
When buying a used car, condition is everything. Before you buy a used car, have it scrutinized by a repair shop that routinely does diagnostic work. A good mechanic should be able to tell if the car has been in a major accident or has a hidden but costly problem. Ask for a written report detailing the car's condition, noting any problems found and what it would cost to repair them. You can then use the report in your negotiations with the seller to adjust the price accordingly.
You might be a whiz at negotiating a good deal, but if you don't choose your financing just as carefully, you could lose everything you saved on the car's purchase price. A car buyer who hasn't researched financing terms is especially vulnerable to being manipulated by the dealership. That is why it's critical to compare shop for financing terms at different financial institutions and get pre-qualified for before you go to the dealership to buy the car. Check interest rates at banks, credit unions, or online financial sites to see which offers you the best rate.
Car makers have been offering a variety of attractive sales incentives in recent years, from 0% financing and hefty cash rebates to employee-discount pricing programs. These can save you money, but it's important to remember that any deal is only as good as the car that's attached to it. Just because you can get a good discount doesn't mean you should buy the car. After all, you'll be living with the car for years, so make sure it's the right one for you. Thoroughly research any model you're considering and check ratings and competitive models .
Salespersons like to focus on a monthly-payment figure while negotiating a deal. Don't take the bait. It's the first step down a slippery slope of being manipulated with numbers and overpaying for your car. Using the monthly payment as the focus, the salesperson can lump the new-car price, trade-in value and financing terms together, giving you a "good price" in one area while making up for it in another. Instead, insist on negotiating one thing at a time. Settle on the car's price first and then eobd2  discuss a trade-in and financing, as necessary.

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