How to Buy a Used Car Without Getting Ripped Off

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Being a better negotiator doesn't have to be difficult. Sooner or later everyone has to negotiate with someone if they want to get a good deal on a purchase.

When you are trying to negotiate with a car seller, you should know that they are very practiced in the art already. You will need to know how to get through their "car speak" in order to be successful.

Since you now know how to calculate your offer and already know what the dealer paid for it, you should get a copy of the paperwork from a friend that recently bought a car, so that you can become familiar with what you will see on your paperwork. They are all generally the same.

If you've followed the above mentioned tips, you will also be pre-approved for a loan. The key is for you to get out and in of the dealership as quickly as possible because the salesman will definitely find more loopholes to up your charges if you stay.
Now, before you get mad about this you need to remember it's not always a total fraud!
- Bring ads from other dealerships with you as an extra weapon
- Show up prepared and ready to counter anything that may come up
- Remain positive and confident
- Don't talk down to your opponent
- Finance your loan before you arrive at the dealership so as to avoid paying unnecessary extra fees

Something that you should look out for from the seller is the one little tricks that you will likely encounter that will try to force or rush into a buying decision.

You have to remember that they are trying to negotiate you into paying more money just as you are trying to negotiate paying less. Here are some of the things that you can expect to hear from them.

1. "I'm an honest man. Look at how many cars I've sold this weekend" (This is where he will show you his list of sold cars. If he does this, then tell him that he doesn't need your money).

2. "This deal is only good for today. If you come back tomorrow I can't guarantee that the deal will be the same".

3. "These cars are flying off of the lot. It may not be available for the same deal tomorrow". (Threaten to leave and they will ease up and try to change their strategy)

4. "I hate to tell you this but I have another offer on the table from a man that is willing to pay more money than this. I am just waiting for his paperwork to be returned".

(Tell him that if he promised the car to someone else, you don't want to step on someone else's toes and that you should leave then).

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Used Car Value 

A used car, a pre-owned vehicle, or a second hand car, is a vehicle that has previously had one or more retail owners. Used cars are sold through a variety of outlets, including franchise and independent car dealers, rental car companies, leasing offices, auctions, and private party sales. Some car retailers offer "no-haggle prices," "certified" used cars, and extended service plans or warranties.

Used Car Buying Guide 2008 

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Buying a used car is a greater risk than buying a new one, but can also be the best automotive deal around. The 2008 edition of Used Car Buying Guide will help anyone in the market get the best price - and minimize risk - when buying, selling, or trading in a used vehicle. As it is best to be armed with as much information as possible before stepping onto a used car lot, this book will provide everything needed including:

Unbiased reviews of every major model from 2000 - 2007
Exclusive Reliability Ratings based on over 1 million vehicles
Lists of the best and worst used vehicles and how to avoid a lemon
A checklist of what to look for when inspecting a used car
Best used cars for gas mileage
Tips on negotiating the best price
Recalls and crash test information
Making sense of safety information
How to get the most money when trading in your current car
PLUS profiles of more than 260 cars, trucks, and SUVs, presenting all major 2000-2007 models

Each profile contains a photo from the representative year, a write-up of the vehicle, reliability history, crash-test data, and the model years when key safety gear was added and when a major redesign was made.

Consumer Reports: Used Car Buying Guide Best & Worst Used Cars

Amazon Price: (as of 12/21/2009)Buy Now
List Price: $9.99
Used Price: $29.85

Release Date: 12/31/1969

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What You Should Never Do 

What You Should Never Do When Buying A New Car

There are many things that you don't want to see a dealership do to you as a buyer, but there are some things that you should not do as well, if you don't want to alienate the dealer.

Here is a list of "don'ts" that you should abide by if you are really looking to get a good deal.

- Don't try to pull one over on the dealer by lying about the condition of your trade in vehicle. It is just a lie that you can't get away with, and could cause many cost increases later.

- Don't bother looking for a car if you have had a recent bankruptcy because you will not get approved anyway.

- Don't give the dealership a deposit and then try to take it back for no reason because you should have researched the car before making the purchase. You can also lose money on the return.

- Don't bother lying about your debt load and credit rating because they will check it anyway.

- Don't offer any money for a car unless you already know the dealer cost because you are setting yourself up to get ripped off.

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