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| 1. Decide on the car you want to buy |
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Calculate the amount you will pay for your new vehicle. |
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Read market surveys to choose your right car. |
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Confirm the prices and locate dealers on the Internet. |
| 2. Go in for the right deal |
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Choose cars with attractive incentives and rebates. |
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Be careful of hidden incentives. |
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Calculate the amount you will need, in case you are taking a loan and also how much you will be paying as interest. |
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If you are trading in your old vehicle for a new one, you could use the help of the following sites to fix the cost of your car. |
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www.kbb.com |
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Research on incentives before you decide to buy a car. |
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Pricing of new cars is divided into 3 types: |
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Invoice price. |
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Manufacturer's suggested retail price. |
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Customer incentives. |
| 3. Check the features and quality of the car |
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Safety features such as airbags, crush zones, reinforced steering columns and the like (often referred to as Passive safety), and antilock brakes, traction control, rack-and-pinion steering and all-wheel drive (often referred to as Active Safety features) play a huge role in keeping you safe on road |
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Verify on the longevity of the Vehicle. Financing, insurance, state fees, repairs, maintenance and other applicable fees to calculate the total cost to own the vehicle over a 5-year period |
| 4. Gather expert reviews |
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Read expert reviews and comments about the vehicle you are buying. |
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Do a comparative study with other vehicles to check on its added. |
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Benefits. |
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Analyze the horsepower, mileage, seating capacity, headroom, Legroom and other technical specifications. |
| 5. Financing, Warranties and Insurance |
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Opt for the lowest interest car loan. |
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Ask for incentives the manufacturer is offering. |
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Enquire about extended warranty or service contract. |
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Automobile insurance is a must, review insurance policies from various insurance companies to make the right choice. |
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Check with insurance companies before you buy your new vehicle; compare these insurance rates online to make the right choice. |
| 6. Test Drive the vehicle |
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Analyze and be sure that the vehicle has characteristics that you are looking for. |
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Inspect and feel the interiors and exteriors for unsightly gaps. |
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Check for ride comfort, noise, power/acceleration, braking and handling. |
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Check your vehicle thoroughly before driving it home. |
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