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Deal Talk 123 Preparation is paramount

Posted on November 16, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Preparation is paramount FTC lands the same dealer group Longer term is never good Preparation first Confidence comes from knowledge Choosing the right one Know your choices Make, model, MSRP Which dealer? Online info, assertive, not aggressive Bank questions with … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 122 Finance terms, new or used

Posted on November 9, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

 Financing New or used Black Friday Auto shows tell a story What rate? What determines the rate? Term and vehicle age Know your credit score Shop 4 banks, at least Compare the sub-vented to the rebate with your bank Reserve … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 121 Diesel, salvage and those crazy ads

Posted on November 2, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Diesel, salvage and those crazy ads Accord vs Camry runoff CFPB rule gets squashed Diesel choices Old story More cons then pros Salvage Price vs risk Bait and switch Disclosures Head for the country It shows the culture Avoid all … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 120 Is luxury dealing different?

Posted on October 26, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Is a Luxury deal different? In the news Patreon page news What are Luxury vehicles? Safety is key High tech Resale is still king Power and quality More affordable then you think Consistent resale = attractive lease Other things affect … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 119 Maintain resale

Posted on October 19, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Maintain resale Last week’s review Read the warranty small print 96 months The day after delivery Review maintenance after you buy Service is another $ sign Synthetic oil’s point Most Filters can be cleaned, not replaced Tune ups only when … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 118 That’s not all

Posted on October 12, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

There is more to do Trade-in review Let congress know for CFPB Autonomous ethics? Resale needs your help Review the Monroney Label Review all the numbers Read the manual Register your tires Used must register with the manufacturer Used vehicle … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 117 Trade Talk

Posted on October 5, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Trading Talk Reviewing what to buy, after the sale Where and what question Trade Retailing pays Trade or not to trade Know what you are trading Deal first, trade second Research Get it ready pays No matter what you are … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 116 Why, how and what to add on

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Why, how and what to add on: Last weeks truck points In the news, over a trillion in auto debt Geographic add-ons help resale OEM add-ons Dealers use add-ons Appearance Prepaid maintenance Life and Accident insurance Motorcycle add-ons Truck add-ons … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 115 More about truck buying

Posted on September 21, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Last weeks news What stickers? News Factory plans only Resale keys Cab The box size Transmission matters Engine power pays 4×4 = $x$ Keeps on giving Resale is king Always OTD Know exactly what you need before you look Senior … Continue reading →

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Deal Talk 114 Flood vehicles and dealer labels

Posted on September 14, 2017 by Geoffrey Jerome

Flood vehicles and dealer labels Last week on steroids Avoiding a flood unit Beware of location Areas to identify Don’t be price blind Ads that tell the story Low payment savvy Long term maybe Ellen’s question Factory sticker Same vehicle, … Continue reading →

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