Do Your Research
Before you contact a seller, find out as much
as you can about the vehicles you are considering.
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Read automotive and consumer magazines that
describe and discuss models and features.
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Visit vehicle events that showcase new models.
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Look for Web sites that feature vehicle reviews
and discussions.
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Ask friends and family members about the
vehicles they drive.
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Contact a new vehicle data service for
detailed information about models that
interest you. Some of these organizations
charge a fee for the information they provide.
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Check with your local dealerships.
Before you make a final decision, you may want
to check the following vehicle sources.
Vehicle Brokers
Vehicle brokers buy vehicles in volume
from dealerships at volume rates. Brokers
may offer better prices than dealerships can.
However, brokers’ fees are always built into
the price. Look for brokers in your local
telephone book.
Buying Services
A buying service takes competitive bids
from dealerships for the vehicle you want
and matches you with those willing to sell
it at a discounted price. Some buying
services put you in touch with the dealership.
You must work out the details. Others
negotiate for you. Many charge for
their services — either a flat fee or a
percentage of what you save from the sticker price.
Dealership Referral Services
These services are widely available on the
Internet. They use your geographic
information and personal preferences to
identify dealerships within their network
and near you that have the model you want.
The service sends you a referral to a dealership.
You contact the dealership and negotiate the price.
Online Manufacturers And Online Dealerships
Many vehicle manufacturers have Web sites.
Type the manufacturer’s name into your
Web browser and you will find its Web site.
The Web site will direct you to a local dealership
with the vehicle you want.
Online Buying Services
An online buying service matches
you with dealerships offering
the vehicle you want at a price
you want to pay. Again, some
services may only provide contact
information for a dealership.
Others negotiate price and arrange
for delivery. Services typically
come at a price, but these organizations
can save you time, effort and money if
you identify what you want to buy.
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