Posts Tagged ‘auto dealers’

What Is a Lemon Law and Does It Apply to My Car?

It’s every car buyer’s nightmare: the lemon. Whether it’s a fluke or a scam, getting stuck with a useless heap of scrap metal or a money pit of repairs doesn’t have to be your fate. Federal and state consumer protection laws have been enacted to give car buyers peace of mind. The federal lemon law, also called the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, gives consumers the right to refund or replacement for their lemon across the United States. Each state also has its own various lemon laws.

What is a Lemon?

The definition of a lemon is consistent across most states. If … Read more

March 9, 2011 by Maurina | 1 Comment

Where to Start Price Negotiations on a Used Car

By the time you’re ready to start negotiating the price on your next used car, you should already have the highest price you’re willing to pay fixed in your head. If this price is realistic, there’s no reason you shouldn’t walk away from the negotiations with your next vehicle.

But what if the salesperson is being stubborn? What can you say to get him to finally come down to your offer? The great thing about negotiating a deal on a used car is the vehicle should offer some points to help you drive price down. While new cars are … Read more

March 3, 2011 by Maurina | 1 Comment

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