Buying a Car

By Ian BuckleyAided by Kelly Blue Book through blatant plagiarism.

You should consider: Price Value Image Method Safety

1:Knowing Your Shopping Style

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Look for a good balance between the

aforementioned tenets. For example, you might find a cheap car, but it might not be safe or attractive.

1: Part Two

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Let your car find you. Use “Perfect Car Finder.” Side by Side Comparison

2: Narrow Down Your List

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Narrow your search from every car ever made

to maybe a few that strike your fancy. That way you’ll have an easier time deciding.

2: Part Two

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Calculate affordability Loan/trade in Price New car Pre-owned car

3: Calculate what you can afford.

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Think in advance about how much the car will

run you. If you don’t, you might not have enough money and everyone in the car dealership will laugh at you.

3: Part Two

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Lots of data for the following: Safety Quality Opinions (Expert and Owner) Side by side comparison

4: Research Online

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Many know the internet as a place to watch

videos of cats. The internet, however, can also be used to research things, such as cars.

4: Part Two

This couple uses the internet to research cars. The guy is hoping the woman won’t see his internet history.

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Look at the following prices: Invoice price MSRP New Car Blue Book Value Optional Equipment

5: Know When the Price is Right

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Look at a variety of factors to make sure

you’re getting the best deal. Yes, Step 5 is pretty similar to Step 3. Here’s a graph:

5: Part 2

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6: Leasing V. Buying

Quick Glance Lease vs. Buy Lease Buy

Negotiate Price Yes Yes

Mileage Limits Yes No

Down Payment Yes Yes

Purchase Price/Lease Initial Value Taxable* No Yes

Monthly Payment taxable* Yes No

Higher Insurance Coverage Required Yes No

Can Modify the Vehicle No Yes

Own at End of Term No Yes

Like most cases of when you have two

options, one option is not always the clear-cut superior. That’s why you have to look at the pros and cons of what works for you.

6: Part Two

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Warranties Insurance The like.

7: Financing

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Make sure you know what you’re getting into

when you sign on for warranties and insurance, or those fellas at the dealership will rip you off.

7: Part Two

Consider selling your car: • Advertise online with for free on Craigslist. • Advertise online via a paid listing on eBay

Motors. • Advertise in local newspapers or printed selling

guides for a more local audience. • Place a Kelley Blue Book printed For Sale sign in

the vehicle's window and park it in a highly visible area (see sample). Start by finding your vehicle's Private Party value, then click "Print For Sale Sign" when the final pricing report is displayed.

8: Trade-ins

Selling in your old vehicle can make you some

sweet cheddar. Make sure you’re getting the best deal, though. That might mean not selling to the dealership.

8: Part Two

Options for buying include: Direct buy sites. Dealer Referral Buying Sites Manufacturer sites

9: Buying Options

There are a variety of sites on the ol’

interwebs that can help you make your decision. This step is a little redundant, but whatever.

9: Part Two

Things to consider for the test drive: Tires Comfort Noise Acceleration/Braking Handling

10: The Test Drive

The test-drive is the ultimate way to ascertain

that the dealer isn’t pulling a fast one on you. Make sure you check the crap out of that car.

10: Part Two

This bad boy right here. I ran out of time, so I

can’t really do the other stuff. God bless America.

My dream car: