We typically talk to those closest to us before we enter a long term relationship.  Reviewing pro’s and con’s help us reaffirm a good decision, or run from a potentially bad decision.  But what if you look at your next vehicle in terms of a relationship - after all, it is a long term commitment, [...]

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Within 6 months of graduation and up to 2 years afterwards, you can enjoy additional savings on a new vehicle from most manufacturers.  Typically, the savings include discounts around $400 and low interest financing rates that the college graduate would not normally qualify for.
It’s one of the best deals available to buyers and most salespeople [...]

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One of the more common questions that consumers ask revolves around the “best time” to buy or lease a vehicle.  Usually it is asked with the additional suggestion - “I hear that it is usually at the end of the month.”
Well, for all of you that have heard that tale, you are correct. Typically it [...]

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So you are doing your vehicle comparisons before you go car shopping. And one of your more important considerations is fuel economy. After all with fuel costs exceeding $4.00 per gallon of Regular Grade gasoline, the cost of a fill up is high on people’s minds. But one question you should ask before you [...]

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Some might ask what the selling price of your vehicle was? Others might ask you what your monthly payment was? But the true cost of your vehicle is more than that. On a monthly basis, your vehicle costs the sum of:
1. Your monthly payment;
2. Cost of Insurance;
3. Cost of Gas (this is a big one);
4. [...]

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Download the complete 2008 Fuel Economy Guide to compare all vehicles before you purchase your next vehicle.

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One of the most common misconceptions about car buying is the belief that a consumer can return the vehicle within 3 days of taking delivery.
Let me set the record straight - unless you fall into one of the exceptions below - YOU CANNOT RETURN A MOTOR VEHICLE AFTER TAKING DELIVERY.
The only exceptions are:
1. You were [...]

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Many people think that their only choice when it comes to selecting a vehicle is choosing from the dealer’s inventory at the time they are shopping for a vehicle. There are two other options: (1) ordering a vehicle from the manufacturer; or (2) having the dealer “locate” the vehicle from another dealership.
By ordering [...]

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Here’s the list of all the vehicles that get over 30 mpg on the highway. Watch for those vehicles that require premium gas, and those that don’t.

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In general it is better to purchase a vehicle from the dealer’s inventory; unless you are looking for a specific vehicle that is truly hard to find. Remember, time will hurt your negotiating strategy and incentives and interest rates change - and are beyond the control of the dealership to guarantee.

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