I almost never delve into my real life, but, everyone once in a while something like this shows up, and it makes me laugh. People will often ask how to go about buying a car, and I’ll usually tell them the exact opposite of what they read online. Why? For one thing, doing that stuff wastes everyone’s time. Then you start wondering why this is taking so long. Why it’s such a hassle. Let’s delve into this, before I give you a book length post
23 Things Car Dealerships Don’t Want You To Know
Purchasing a new or used vehicle usually involves a lot of time, stress and money. Although people have to face this task an average of about every 11 1/2 years when buying a new car, there are secrets to purchasing a car that can make the process a whole lot faster, easier and cheaper.
Huh? The average is 4 years. Is this supposed to be about when they force us into EVs and we have 9-10 year loans?
1. Conduct Research Ahead of Time
Nearly 90% of car buyers use the internet to research autos before making a purchase, according to Autotrader. Sites such as Kelley Blue Book, Autotrader.com and Edmunds are equipped to provide shoppers with information that is crucial to the car-buying process, such as available rebates.
Yes, please. Too many have no idea what they’re looking for, don’t know the features, the prices, anything.
2. Pay With Cash
If you want to get a great deal on a used car, cash is king, said Doug Nordman, author of “The Military Guide to Financial Independence and Retirement.”
Yeah, maybe for a used from a private seller, as mentioned, but, really, the industry is set up for you to finance. Cash really means nothing anymore. Plus, don’t think you are going to get ANY discount in the current marketplace.
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