Category Archives: Buying an automobile

Motorcycle diligence OTD question Prior damage Why 36 month leases? Motorcycle buying Some things just can’t be skipped Quotes. Motorcycles are the same, except Price can very even more Insurance can be huge Where matters Tire dates are paramount New … Continue reading →

First time financing Magazine ratings are more about brand Electric is your decision More risk, more rate Know your budget Know your basic needs Finance first, buy and negotiate second Financing has many sources Referral letters will help Cosigner is … Continue reading →

Ready to deal Monroney is real Small SUV Brand is paramount Great negotiating requires great due diligence. Don’t be rude or angry, assertive not aggressive. Avoid cash or shopping talk. No matter what you offer, the dealer will try to … Continue reading →

What about Electric? Even Consumer Report misses sometimes Under $5000 condition and title are kings Lack of minerals will affect electric vehicles Kinds of vehicles Hybrid Plug in Hybrid Total electric Low limits Finding a power source Cost is huge … Continue reading →

Research online before you deal Monroney, labels and online buying Buying tips? Watch out Know your needs The internet for today’s deal. Get the facts and leave the rest. Book prices and shop it Bank rates and terms Internet quotes. … Continue reading →

More used buying used and where Buying an inexpensive (cheap) used vehicle Priorities vary by price Clear title is always number 1 A list of considerations Low dollars is about condition Banks always play a part Picking a seller is … Continue reading →

The used vehicle deal: Collision insurance, yes or no Electric update Is used buying different than buying new? Pricing separate from choice Resale still plays a role Guides to pricing You need wholesale and retail Selection woes Dealer considerations Special … Continue reading →

The do nots of buying End model, big discount Turn in yours The do not’s A list to remember Extra leasing Pick one out without terms Always test drive Think about the future, fit, your needs, resale value, etc. Bank … Continue reading →

Credit score tips and the one price dealer Motive and resale Credit score Score factors What hurts credit Fixing your score True one price is a culture Why one price Lower overhead and better averages Customer satisfaction is not the … Continue reading →

Deciphering dealer advertising Choose your roadster Tire thoughts Bait and switch Radio, newspaper, magazines, TV, social media, other internet Ridiculous trade values No matter what you owe Multiple rebates Employee pricing, means what? Disclosures Plus everything FTC will help eventually … Continue reading →