Buying the Right Car
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Buy the Right New or Used Car
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Now many people will jump into the car buying experience without putting any prior thought into it, while you definitely can get the job done this way it is probably not the best way. You will want to make sure that you are well prepared for this and know exactly what you are doing and looking for. There are some things that you should keep in mind which will make sure that you get the vehicle that serves every single need that you might need it to. Below is a list that will give you questions that you should ask yourself before you move on with the car buying process. Things to Know
- How Much Can you Afford?
- New or Used?
- What Features Do you Need?
- Do you Need to Get Guaranteed Auto Financing?
What are YOU looking for?
Buying a New Car
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Buying a Used Car
Now of course buying a new car is not going to be the best choice for everyone. That is when you can look towards all of the different used cars for sale that will be available to you. The options are going to be endless if you take the time to look around. Buying a used car is very similar to purchasing a new car, but there will be some extra things that you should keep in mind when doing this that aren't necessarily key factors in buying a new car. One of the extra things that you will need to do is make sure that before you purchase a vehicle that you are having it inspected by an outside mechanic to make sure that there are no hidden problems with it. Also unlike with the purchase of a new car you will have more room to negotiate with the dealers, but the dealers know this too so sometimes they will add on extra fees that you don't actually need to make back the money. All of this can be avoided by referencing different car buyer resources that will give you accurate information to help you in your vehicle purchase. Duel Debate Module
Which do you think is better? and why?

Purchasing a New Car
LaraineRose says:
During my life I have had some success and some very bad experiences with the used cars I purchased. I much prefer to buy a new car with a warranty.
toldyaso says:
If you can afford a new car, then go for it. The warranty and peace of mind that comes with a car that you know for a fact hasn't been run through a ringer is worth it. A lot of car companies have huge sales and drop car prices so low, they're almost as cheap as a used car. So, if you hold out, you can snag a really good car at an excellent price.
gottaloveit says:
I'm a new car girl. I know one can get a great used car deal but not me. I like it all new and sparkly!
TryphenaMaria says:
I have not heard yet about any nice experiences with used cars. At least here where I live.
Rudy145 says:
A new car is way better.
Purchasing a Used Car
says:
A usd car, because when you buy a new car, drive out and lost money
PBJasen says:
Always used. You need a car for going from point A to B,not as a status symbol. With a 1/3 of the price of the new on I can buy a 4-5 year old car. Maybe it's not so obvious, but I always buy used car with a cash. If I want new one, i must take some loan from a bank for example. Now take in the calculation how much money you really need (5 year loan,let's say 9% interest). After this 5 years how much this car really cost you?
AndyPo says:
I always buy used cars, with cash, so I usually get a good price. I suspect good finance deals are easier with a new car, but the depreciation is so huge over the first couple of year it puts me off. Mostly I buy classic cars or future classics which hold their value better (but cost a fortune to run)
lensesbyjames says:
Better deals come with used I think.
Phillyfreeze69 says:
A few years ago purchasing a pre-owned automobile was in the consumers favor and one could get a lot of value for money spent.
Now car dealers has increased the price of "used" autos so much that the value for dollars spent has been eroded...!
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TTMall
Mar 22, 2012 @ 1:54 pm | delete
- Wonderful and informative lens. Very well done!
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JDWheeler
Mar 9, 2012 @ 11:46 am | delete
- Buying a car is the least fun thing in the world. You have made it a little better. Thanks for the tips to ease the pain.
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AndyPo
Feb 3, 2012 @ 1:10 pm | delete
- Great lens. Useful information and advice.
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LaraineRose Jan 24, 2012 @ 1:25 am | delete
- I enjoyed seeing some of the new cars for this year.
Angel blessed.
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bames24
Jan 10, 2012 @ 6:26 am | delete
- very informative lens :)
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gottaloveit
Dec 28, 2011 @ 7:06 pm | delete
- Great information here. Nicely done.
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squidooGUROO
Dec 23, 2011 @ 10:21 am | delete
- Keep it up you're making some nice lens's about bad credit and ways to get loans with bad credit.
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ionee_25
Dec 17, 2011 @ 9:40 am | delete
- Cool lens. I'll take note of this info, then read it all over again once I already have plan to buy one. Thank you for this lens.
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Phillyfreeze69
Dec 16, 2011 @ 6:58 pm | delete
- Excellent information on what to look for when purchasing a new or used vehicle...personally, I will not even think of purchasing a used car without obtaining a CarFAX!
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TryphenaMaria
Dec 15, 2011 @ 3:27 pm | delete
- nice article, and very informative.
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