http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/rss.xml A blog about newcarbuyingsecrets.com daily 365 1901-01-01T00:00+00:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36626 <p>Date: November 29, 2006</p><p><br />General Motors announced that they will introduce a hybrid gasoline-electric autos next year to battle Toyota Motor Corp, the leader in fuel-saving technology.</p><p>They plan to introduce three hybrid-electric versions of the Saturn Vu SUV, which will include one that plugs into an outlet.&nbsp; According to GM, plug in hybrids recharge when the vehicle isn't in use and will switch to gasoline when the batteries drain.</p><p>GM is working to counter Toyota's 9 year head start in the hybrid vehicles.&nbsp; Since hybrids use less fuel and produce less pollution by using batteries and and electric motor, they are gaining in sells with the government cracking down on pollution and the increased fuel prices.</p><p>The vehicles will run on 85% ethanol and 15% gasoline.&nbsp; Hopefully, within 3 years, all versions of the Hummer will also offer vehicles powered by bio-fuel.</p><p><br />For more news on <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">New Cars</a> visit <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-29T14:22-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36457 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>It seems that almost as soon as a new idea gets made reality in the world of automobiles, there is another idea to push that achievement even further than before. We moved from carburetors to fuel injection, added GPS systems, and finally made sure that almost every model comes with automatic transmissions. But, has all that actually been an improvement over the old way of driving? Or has it actually caused more problems than it has fixed? To put it in direct terms, is the increased cost and hassle of new technological gizmos in automobiles worth it?<br /><br />For instance, in the old days if your car keys were stolen or if you lost them, all you would need to do to get a replacement set made from your spare copy would be to head to your local locksmith, or even to a hardware store that could make copies of keys. But today's cars are equipped with electronic locks that require electronic keys. <br /><br />To get these replaced, you have to visit the dealership, or one of the select few licensed digital blacksmiths who can make a replacement key for you. Why is this process so difficult? Because, rather than a physical key that turns a tumbler within a lock, new electronic lock systems are code based, with a secret signal held in the key being transmitted to the engine when the key is inserted into the ignition. Only licensed professionals, such as dealers, are allowed to access the code stored on your key, or to make a new key that will transport this information. All of this has lead to a large increase, according to the American Automobile Association, in lock outs and other problems related to misplaced keys.<br /><br />Another problem with computers and electronics that are installed in our vehicles is the simple fact that sometimes they have glitches. Think of the computer you are reading this article on, or about any of the past computers you have used. Can you think of an instance where these electronic devices had a serious problem? You're probably thinking of more than one instance. Now think about your car. How many times has the electronically controlled &quot;service engine soon&quot; light switched on for no reason? And how much did it cost you every visit to the dealer to find out that, in fact, the light was on for no reason?<br /><br />Now, it would be great if you could simply plug in your car to a computer and that computer could tell you precisely what is wrong with it. But that isn't usually ever the case of how these things work. And, what's more, the added cost makes the scant moments when such a technological achievement occur not worth it. What we need to be asking ourselves is, do we need all this technological junk in our cars?</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as new car buying tips at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-23T23:16-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36456 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>10 Best Road Trip Vehicles<br /><br />You are a road trip enthusiast. You've practically crisscrossed the country 10 times, cruising Route 66 along the way, and seen the expanse that is the American country side. What better way to do it than in one of the following cars, all of which have a style all their own and which will greatly enhance the experience? The following cars were selected by our panel with an eye to long distance tripping.<br /><br />Chrysler Sebring Convertible<br />The Sebring Convertible sets itself apart from the competition by offering a spacious cabin and being a convertible. Most of the convertibles currently available are either way too cramped for four people and luggage. But the Sebring is different. Four can sit in it for long distances without developing cramps, and without balancing overnight bags on their laps. Added to this is the fact that Sebrings depreciate in value, so you should be able to find a used one rather cheaply.<br /><br />Dodge Grand Caravan<br />For long distance road tripping, a minivan really can be useful. It offers a ton of space so that the passengers in the back can practically sprawl out and relax. And the Grand Caravan has a ton of features to add to that space that will be useful for roadtrippers, like underseat storage and dual exit rear doors.<br /><br />Dodge Magnum<br />Another Dodge, the Magnum is the station wagon for the new century. Since it is well equipped with a huge engine, the Magnum does not lack in power. A commodious cabin and excellent handling make this a dream for performance driven road trip pilots.<br /><br />Dodge Sprinter<br />The Dodge Sprinter is another van from Dodge, but it is a full size van and offers all of the space that you would expect from a vehicle its size. It is an exact copy of the European market Mercedes Sprinter, and offers up to 10 seats. So, if you have as many passengers as you have fingers, this may be the vehicle for you.<br /><br />Honda Insight<br />Here's an import entry into our top list of road trip transports. And it is very sensible for those who are taking their road trips on a budget since it will provide them with more mileage for their traveling buck. The Insight gets as much as 60 mpg, which will be a boon to long-distance travelers.<br /><br />Mazda Miata<br />Always a signature vehicle, the Mazda Miata has been the cherished car of many road trippers. What makes it such a perfect road trip car is its minimalism. It mediates the experience of the road trip as little as possible. There is only you, a tiny, but responsive, car, and the air screaming by as your roar on your way to exploring wide open space.<br /><br />These six cars will provide you with a perfect road trip, and each is catered to a certain need. Need seating? Take a van. Need the thrill of the wind in your hair? Why not try a convertible?</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as car buying tips at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-23T23:12-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36455 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>Given that all the roadside hassles that will result when you car breaks down will pale in comparison to the problems you will have if you do not properly have the right plans to take care of your car's troubles, it might be a good idea for car owners to invest in a suitable warranty for their car. The main issue that comes up in the repairing of broken down cars is that of cost. It can cost you an arm and a leg to fix a broken car, especially if you don't have any knowledge of how to do basic repairs yourself. <br /><br />In this case, getting an extended warranty to cover all the incidentals that will occur to you and your vehicle is better than good sense, it is a sound investment. And, unlike a standard warranty, which ends after a set period of time, usually one that is very short, the extended warranties offer a fuller and more comprehensive package that will protect and repair your car for a long period of time.<br /><br />Because you never can be certain what potholes the next turn conceals, or of the slight imperfections that contribute to massive and expensive errors occurring in the lifetime of every car, extended warranties will offer you the best protection. They offer wide coverage that is designed to ensure that whatever problem you encounter, or virtually all the troubles that you come across with your car, will be taken care of. <br /><br />While other warranty plans will offer some or all of the cost of repairs when you car breaks down, an extended warranty does them one better. It provides almost always a full coverage of all repair related costs as well as giving you another car to drive around in, to get back and forth from the places you need to, while your car is in the shop getting fixed up. And it should go without saying that this sort of service will be even more important as your car starts to get up there in years, as the likelihood of a breakdown just increases as your car ages.<br /><br />What's more, the providers of extended warranty plans value extended warranty customers more so than they do customers of standard warranties. This is shown by the fact that they give more services to those who sign up for extended warranties than they do to those who sign up for standard warranties. For instance, a company that provides extended warranties usually will have all of the claims sent to it resolved with a business day or two. They do this to ensure that you lose the least amount of time and money on account of the problems with your car. <br /><br />Given that there are literally hundreds, if not thousands, of companies that can provide you with an extended warranty, the field is rife with competition, a fact that drives down the cost of extended warranties and gives you the widest possible choice. If you are looking for an extended warranty, the best place to start looking is on the net. Go to the engine of your choice and search for what providers offer that suits you.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as new car buying at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-23T23:08-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36454 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>Imagine it, you've just bought yourself a new car, and you are cruising around the city streets. You're the apple of everyone's eye who sees your new ride. It is, in essence, a perfect moment. And then, all of sudden, a rumbling, grating, CLUNK CLUNK erupts from somewhere beneath you. Then, just as fast as your day was looking up, it starts looking down. Suddenly, your new car reveals itself to be a dud, and you're headed to the mechanics to have it fixed.<br /><br />Let's face it. Cars can have a load of problems associated with them and since they are the main way in which we get around, that is no small issue. They get us to and from work, school, appointments, and everywhere else. What would you do if you had no car but had to get all your things from point A to point B? The problems that strike cars seem to come along at the most inopportune moments, right when you are turning onto the onramp to go to that presentation, or on the way to your organic chemistry final, or your best friend's wedding. <br /><br />The only thing that seems to unite the moments when trouble strikes your mode of transportation is that it happens when you have the least amount of money to deal with it. Sure, that seems to be like a cruel and senseless twist of fate. But it is often the case. How many weekend getaways or television upgrades have you had to forgo in order to purchase a new transmission or install a new timing belt?<br /><br />A common problem that car owners run into is having a battery that is either dead or not working properly. As common as it is, this problem is not as cheaply fixed as one would like. This results from the fact, as usual, that you have to pay someone to replace a battery for you if you don't know how to do it yourself, which always results in greatly increased costs. Or, if your battery is fine, your tires will certainly require attention at some point, since either normal wear and tear or a jagged pothole or wayward nail will cause them to be ruined.<br /><br />Then there are all the graver ills that can afflict a vehicle, such as the starter going out, the clutch slipping, spark plugs misfiring, all of which will cost a pretty penny to have fixed, if you can't repair them yourself.<br /><br />What can you do to avoid these problems? Well, in essence, nothing. But, then, what can you do? Well, perhaps the best thing that anyone can do is to invest in a suitable warranty for their vehicle. <br /><br />These plans can very well be the difference between a broken bank and a less serious payment. Warranties work to make sure that the service given to your car is professional and that you will not be ripped off in the process.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as buying a car at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-23T22:57-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36327 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>How savvy are you when it comes to shopping? Are you the type that takes the time to study circulars, so that you can save 15 cents on a can of soup with a coupon? Do you go online and order samples, so that you don't actually have to buy the product or print out coupons from a website? For some reason, even the most bargain hungry shopper loses all these money saving skills when it comes to buying a car. Some do manage to demand the best bargain they can get, while others let the shiny new cars in the lot blind them to potential discounts. Which kind of buyer are you?<br /><br />Several criteria go into determining the kind of car buyer you are. Undoubtedly the most important is that you need to bargain from a position of strength, and that you don't need to budge from your position. <br /><br />The most important is that you need to remember to bargain on the actual, on-road price, which is often a lot more than the quoted price. In this price, several costs are not included; once you sit down to negotiate a car purchase, remember that it has to be on the final price. Once you have made your offer on a certain price, never come down. If the dealer wants to stick to his guns, let him, there's always the next dealer. <br /><br />After you have found the right dealer, go for aspects that he is particular about, or where his bargaining strength is. For example, some sellers would be interested in knowing the periodicity of your payment, whether it is a monthly, bi-monthly or a quarterly. Make sure you opt for the monthly plan, since it gives you greater flexibility and is cost-saving in the long run. <br /><br />Don't also get stuck with the payment method, since this is one of the clever traps by which the finance guy can squeeze you. Be careful not to fall into this trap, unless you are buying cash-down, and not on a monthly plan. <br /><br />Never be an impetuous buyer; this is when your judgment is clouded, and it takes nothing for the experienced finance man to sniff you from a long distance, and easily drag you into his trap.<br /><br />Remember that a new model is flashy and new only for the next few months, even weeks at times. If the seller entices you into buying the new model with several of its features, remember that they are only cosmetic changes, unless the very car you are looking out for is a different one! And a year later, its resale value would be no different from that of any other car, simply because it would have become an old model by that time. <br /><br />Also, make sure you don't buy cars that are selling like hot cakes. This type of car is always an advantage to the seller, and does not give him any need to negotiate, as much as it leaves you with little space for maneuver. <br /><br />Deciding to buy a car is great, but just before walking into the showroom; make sure you have these points in mind, so that you ride out a smarter buyer!</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as car buying advice at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-12T23:08-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36326 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>How often have we wondered if a deal for a car was mutually beneficial to both the buyer and the seller? Sellers are human, after all, and haggling too much should not leave him bitter about his indispensable customers. Since in this country, a car is bought many times in an average user's lifetime, it is better to equip ourselves with some checklists, which leave both the buyer and the seller happy. <br /><br />Some useful tips on buying a car are:<br /><br />Make sure you buy during a time when very few are likely to buy that product. Christmas is a good time for buying cars. At this festive time, most people would be preoccupied with other purchases, so a car is least likely to figure in their list of purchases. Not only do you get the best deal, the seller is more than willing to sell you a product no one else would think of buying. In fact, this is the time when most would be looking to dispose of their cars at whatever price they can get, for obvious reasons. <br /><br />Cars depreciate very quickly with time; even if it has not been driven, it is still considered old. So, make sure you go in for these cars at the time the new models come on the market. This is typically between July and October, when the dealer is in a state and needs to get rid of the older models.<br /><br />With the surfeit of information about cars on the Net, surf closely for the best price. Once you have downloaded a price and presented it to a dealer who has offered a higher price, he is left with no option but to come to your price level!<br /><br />Don't get taken for a ride the next time your finance geek tells you that you were not eligible for a loan! Giving loans is his bread, and these are tricks to induce you into paying a higher rate. Tell him flatly that you would look out for another lender, and watch him fall at your feet!<br /><br />Once a deal is closed, it is closed forever. Don't again get fooled by those who claim that they need you to sign the papers once again after they have given you what you thought was a good interest rate. This is an attempt to fix a higher rate than the original, so look out.<br /><br />Don't try to exchange a car whose loan has not yet been cleared. Dealers usually take their own time to clear the remainder of the loan quickly; this could only invite penalties from your bank.<br /><br />Once you have been convinced about your model, pay an initial amount and ensure you get the car at the stated price, so that in the interim of the time before the delivery, prices cannot be jacked up. <br /><br />Distress selling is the last resort for your old car. Once you have shown that you badly need to dispose off your old car, you are handing the deal on a platter to the buyer. Start looking for a new car even while you are aware that there is still some life in it.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as new car buying tips at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-12T23:06-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36325 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>Nothing comes without a price tag. So, the greater the pleasure you derive from something, the greater the costs attached to it. It is not criminal to drive a sports car; enjoy the high-powered ride that sets your pulse racing. But look at the flip side. This comes with an added baggage -an exorbitant insurance. Remember that it is not the same as insuring any ordinary vehicle. For one, as a sports car enthusiast, you are aware that your thrill-filled drive is more prone to accidents, and thus would want comprehensive, all round insurance. This in itself can make sports car insurance a costly proposition, but there are factors as well, that go on to make it dearer. <br /><br />There are some ways, though, by which you can minimize your costs on insurance of your new object of pride, if not eliminate it.<br /><br />First, check if there are some discounts offered for being part of an organization. Certain special classes of membership can give way to substantial insurance discount, but most of us would normally not be aware of this factor. So, try to get membership from any of such organizations; if not, try to see if you can get help from someone who has it, since these normally offer group insurance rebates.<br /><br />One of the first things you obviously do upon buying a dream sports car is to become part of an exclusive sports car owners' club. Here is where most sports car insurers try to find potential customers for their services in the hope of finding more people like you. Hence, try to become a member of such a club.<br /><br />It always pays to buy a product for which there is competition. Car insurance is one sector that has terrible competition. So, this affords you the chance to check in with a number of insurers. Furthermore, although there are a good number of services that provide you with a general comparison of the insurance prices, there is no substitute for working out one's details oneself. As you call up an insurer, spill out all the beans. Who knows, there may something unique about your car that may entail a heftier discount. <br /><br />Doing sound homework helps, really!<br /><br />There is another way of reducing your insurance: most companies offer a discount if you clubbed sports car insurance with other insurances you buy from them. This way, not only do you get a discount, this also makes the task of managing your insurance much simpler, since it is with one source. Again, make sure you do your homework properly, and get the best deal by supplying the best details, and choosing judiciously. <br /><br />Finally, there are some specific classes of customers, such as students for instance, for which companies may offer special discounts, or if the product is bought at a particular time of the year. Check out on any of these. Then, there are some companies which offer you greater discounts if you have not had an accident for a period of time. This of course, is tricky, and even oxymoronic! But there is no harm trying. <br /><br />So, work out on these details, because the fact that you own and ride a sports beauty need not give you headaches!</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as car buying guide at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-12T23:02-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36324 <p>by Gregg Hall </p><p>It would appear that car manufacturers pull out all stops to get you to buy a car. On one hand this is understandable, because there is a tremendous amount of competition out there, and a salesman's gotta do what a salesman's gotta do to earn a commission. On the other hand, a little upfront honesty would be nice for a change. That commercial that you saw that made it seem as if you were getting a new car for little or no money was enough to send you car shopping. Unfortunately, you probably got an unpleasant surprise when it was time to sign on the dotted line. <br /><br />There are no free lunches in business, they say. So, why should you believe your car dealer when he says he has offered you huge freebies and goodies? The truth is he is a clever salesman making up for the apparent &quot;discounts&quot; with hidden costs. Hidden till you closed the deal, that is. No sooner would you have clinched the deal, than this tag of hidden costs spring on you like a Frankenstein monster, catching you unawares! This monster can not only be irritating, this can have the potential to alter your opinion about the dealer and about the business itself. You have no defense, nor can you take him to court, because he had mentioned it all. You're wondering where? In his smartly couched language, so full of jargon, you'd not have understood a word of it till it hit you.<br /><br />So, is there a way out? Can you make sure you don't get fooled like this in future? There is, if you followed some smart steps. <br /><br />First, be sure about the mileage he is offering on extended warranty. This is one of the trickiest areas of misunderstanding. Most dealers specify a certain limit for the distance the car has run, or a certain point of time from the date of purchase, whichever is first, (needless to say), to offer this warranty. Make sure this is very clearly stated. <br /><br />Then, a more important problem can crop up when the warranty would be on some parts, and your car developed problems in some others! This is one of the easiest ways of dismissing your warranty claims. Again, there is a hitch on the duration of the warranty. <br /><br />By the rule of thumb, don't go in for extended warranty if your lease period is three years; go in for one only if it is for five years or above. This way, since most cars, (again, not necessarily), don't flunk in the first three years; there may be some wisdom in this move. <br /><br />Finally, make sure you visit some websites to assess your warranty in all its miniscule details, rather than approach the dealer for this. In the end, you only need to have one really reliable source to prevent being taken for a ride; a keen eye for detail, so that the Frankenstein monster does not pounce on you at the most inopportune moment!</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as car buying tips at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-12T22:59-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=36323 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>All those years back, you took a car on lease and drove it without a care in the world. You took excellent care of it as if it were a family member, buying the best gas and keeping it clean and shiny. <br /><br />Now, the time has come for the lease to end and a real family member, (in flesh and blood, of course), along with you is wondering &quot;why not make it ours?&quot; You see the sense behind this, and decide to take the plunge in owning that reliable darling of yours that you had been most comfortable with and had only been wishing was yours. Now is the time to take some important steps in arriving at that decision, and weigh the pros and cons of owning the car that you had leased till now. <br /><br />One of the simplest ways of estimating the car's worth is to calculate what in automobile market terminology is referred to as the residual value. In simple words, this is assigning an approximate number of years to the remainder of the car's life, and subtracting from it the cost the car has already incurred by way of its having been with you for the lease period. For the normal lease period, i.e., three years, the current value given is half its on-road price. <br /><br />For instance, let's assume you took on a lease of a sexy, sleek Mercedes whose price was $100,000 at the start of the lease period. Now, it assumes a value of $50,000, plus other charges the leasing company may have set as part of the deal, such as the purchase option fee. So, simple common sense dictates that you need to spend another $50,000 to own your priceless beauty! True, in most such cases, it may seem like you are coughing up more than you thought it was worth. But bear in mind the fact that you've driven it for three years. Moreover, it is a car that you know very intimately! <br /><br />There is a simple method for finding out if you've got the best deal the market has to offer, just go around checking a car with similar conditions as yours with a multitude of dealers, then settle for the best deal! Then, of course, there is always the bargaining done on any such deals. Just offer your price, and try to extract discounts from the company which they're almost certain to do. Not because of any love for you, but because they had leased you at a higher price in the beginning, with the prospect of offering you ownership at the end of the lease period. This way, you own what you wanted to own, making your family happy in the process!</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Beach Florida. Find more about this as well as car buying at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-11-12T22:41-05:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=35912 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>Around the U.S., having an automobile is no longer an option but a necessity. Every family needs at least one vehicle, right? Automobile dealers know this, and they will try to capitalize on that when you are out searching for your next vehicle. The important thing to remember is that there are many, many automobiles that will fit your needs and there is no reason for you to get pressured into buying right away. Here are a few good tips to help you get the biggest bang for your buck when it comes to purchasing a new car.<br /><br />First, you want to get the opinion of your favorite mechanic. Ask him what the most reliable vehicles are on the road, and he should be able to give you an idea of what automobiles to look into, and which ones to avoid. Also, pay attention to the time of year that you are shopping. Try to look towards the end of the fiscal year when the dealers are trying to empty their inventory.<br /><br />Next, do your homework on the type of vehicle you want, and this can be done quite thoroughly using the Internet. For more information and help searching the web for vehicles, check out online sites that will help you find parts information by clicking anywhere on the vehicle for information on parts and accessories, and some will ask you to participate in consumer surveys. You can print off information of the car you want and bring it with you to the dealer for easy reference.<br /><br />Visit your bank or credit union, and find out what your credit score is before visiting the dealer. You can also check out some free online sources for this information.<br /><br />If you have to pay money down to buy your automobile, try to use a credit card; that way, if there are any changes to what is owed as an initial payment, you can make the adjustment quickly and easily. Try not to pay a lot for the down payment. Remember to test drive the automobile and make sure you will be comfortable in it, as well as any family members that will be in the vehicle with you.<br /><br />Make sure you shop with the proper attitude. Try not to be eager while shopping, because salespeople can tell when you are desperate, and they will not hesitate to take advantage. Bring a friend along with you to help you stay on track as well, and tune out the hype of the salesman. Make it a friend who knows a lot about automobiles and your shopping experience can be a very pleasant one. Good luck shopping, and happy driving!</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as car buying secrets at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-09-29T00:48-04:00 http://articles.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/?a=35911 <p>by Gregg Hall</p><p>As your life changes, your transportation needs change. When you were single that two door sport coupe was perfect for you and your girlfriend. But now you are married and your baby just turned 4, so it is time for a new vehicle. Or, perhaps the vehicle you had is just on its last leg and is headed for the garbage heap. It happens to everyone, so we all must eventually become acquainted with the techniques of shopping for a car. It can be a daunting task.<br /><br />We know that retailers get their vehicles at wholesale so that they can sell for a profit. We know that they often try to slip in extras that we may not need in order to boost up the price, and they are also offering their salespeople special incentives to make money. The trick to car buying is to somehow come out, as a consumer, with a little bit better deal than if we just walked in and paid whatever the salesperson wants us to pay. There is a little room for bargaining, and we all need to learn how to use that room.<br /><br />Smart consumers take the time to learn the tricks of vehicle buying and selling, so that they are prepared for the onslaught of the talented car dealer. They speak their own language, so you need to tap into that lingo, learn it for yourself, and use it to talk the salesperson into a better deal for you and your family. Where can you go to learn that language? Is it better just to try and find a good friend to go with you, someone who knows a lot about cars?<br /><br />While it often helps sometimes simply to bring a strong willed friend with you to the car dealership, here is a guide that you can read beforehand and bring along with you as well, it's kind of like the armor you put on before heading into the arena. <br /><br />Our guide will help you to learn how to spot scams from salespersons, what the best time of the year is to purchase a vehicle, how to get a good buying price, how to finance your automobile, and how to negotiate the opening price. Reading through this guide will give you the tools necessary to talk confidently about your purchase with the salespeople at the car dealership, and give you a better chance of getting a car that will meet your needs without crashing your budget.<br /><br />So many people are turned off by talking to car dealers, but it is important to remember that they are simply trying to make a living just like you are. Buying a car does not have to be intimidating or unpleasant. This guide will show you how to avoid unpleasant problems, and show you how to have a little fun while you shop.</p><h3 class="popup">About the Author </h3><p>Gregg Hall is an author living in Navarre Florida. Find more about this as well as new car buying secrets at <a href="http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com/">http://www.newcarbuyingsecrets.com</a></p> 2006-09-29T00:45-04:00