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Get Dirty Inspecting Your Next Car

No matter where you’re buying a used car, you should be aware that there is a chance there’s something the seller’s not telling you. Whether the seller is aware of it or not, some cars have serious mechanical problems that have been covered up just enough to make them unnoticeable until it’s too late.

Since there are people who will go to great lengths to hide red flags, you’ll need to be willing to get a little dirty to turn up some problems. This article discusses steps to add to your inspection checklist that many people choose to forgo because … Read more

July 21, 2011 by Clinton | 1 Comment

Arm Yourself with 3 Secret Weapons to Win the New Car Negotiations War

It’s the most important bit of advice for any negotiation, it’s vital for everything from job interviews to disaster relief efforts, and it’s even the Scout’s Motto: be prepared.

It’s so basic that it seems obvious, but something about that new car smell makes many new car shoppers completely forget about preparing themselves for negotiations. Test driving a dream car is fun; crunching numbers and arguing with salesmen is not.

Unfortunately, getting a bad deal on a new car is much less fun than crunching numbers. Slash right through all the strings attached to that “unbeatable deal” with … Read more

May 12, 2011 by Cliff | 3 Comments

Testing the Audio System in a Used Automobile

When someone goes shopping for a used car, it’s pretty normal to perform the standard inspections in order to make sure you’re not getting ripped-off in the sales process. Inspecting the tires, smelling the engine oil for engine wear, checking lights for functionality, and, of course, the test drive itself in order to see how the car.

Every smart shopper wants to make sure that the systems in the car they’re going to buy are functioning well and that the car is worth the price being asked. However, most drivers don’t consider the car stereo system when they test-drive … Read more

March 21, 2011 by Cliff | 1 Comment

How to Avoid Hidden Charges When You Buy a Car

You’ve done your research and determined your budget. You go to the dealership feeling confident, and your salesman offers you a great deal. You celebrate over coffee as you settle into the sales office, ready to sign, and then it hits you. All of a sudden your great deal goes bad, and you’re charged thousands of dollars more than you expected. Where did these hidden charges come from? You can avoid this shock by walking into the dealership knowing which charges are legitimate and which are questionable.

Unavoidable Fees

There are a few charges on top of the sticker price … Read more

March 8, 2011 by Cliff | 1 Comment

How to Build an Emergency Kit for Your Car

In most places around the corner, winter is in full swing, one of the most important things to do is be prepared for the worst. You can help prevent an emergency with new tires, new windshield wipers, anti-freeze, and an oil change, but you should also be ready to react if something does go wrong. One of the best, and most forgotten, ways to prepare for winter is to put together an emergency kit for your car.

Building Your Emergency Car Kit

There are several kinds of emergency car kits available on the market, but it’s best to put together … Read more

March 4, 2011 by Maurina | No Comments

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