Smart Way of Buying Used Cars
New cars these days have better safety features and more tech gizmos than models from a decade ago. And let’s face it: Trading in a beat-up clunker with grimy seats is an enticing idea. But many car owners make big mistakes buying cars. They’re paying for a car they don’t drive anymore. Ouch! That is not a winning personal finance strategy. But don’t worry an expert used car buyer is here to help. Here’s how to buy a car without getting over your head in debt or paying more than you have to.
Keep it simple at the dealership.
If you’re buying a car at a dealership, focus on one thing at a time. And don’t tell the salespeople too much. Remember — this is a kind of game. So at the dealership, the first step is to start with the price of the vehicle you are buying. The salesperson at the dealership will often want to know if you’re planning to trade in another car and whether you’re also looking to get a loan through the dealership.
Don’t buy any add-ons at the dealership.
If you’ve bought a car, you know how this works. You’ve been at the dealership for hours, you’re tired, you’ve settled on a price, you’ve haggled over the trade-in — then you get handed off to the finance manager. This is where the dealership will try to sell you extended warranties, tire protection plans, paint protection plans, and something called gap insurance. Dealerships make a lot of money on this stuff.
Looking for a reliable used car buyer in your area? If you are in St. Louis, MO, you can always trust Fenton Auto Buyers LLC to help you. So if you need my help, don’t hesitate to call me at (314) 675-5561 today and book an appointment with one of my car-buying services.