Buying a Used Car - Common Mistakes

Getting a great deal when buying a used car todaycomfortably.
requires careful thought and preparation before making3. They don't arrange finance
the actual buying trip. This is a problem for manyChecking your credit score and seeing what kind of
buyers who end up not getting the deal they werefinancing deal you can get ahead of time is a great
after and leave the dealers unhappy. What are theidea. This way you have a figure you can compaire to
common mistakes that a person can make whenthe sales person's offer so you will know immediately
buying a used car?if the deal you are getting is competitive.
1. They don't make a decision before setting out.4. They don't visit the dealer at the best time.
The make and model should already be known to youMost people don't realise that there are times to visit
before you leave to make the deal. You know whatthe dealer that are better than others. The best time in
purpose the car has to fit and what type of capacitythe week is a quiet afternoon or morning on a
and fuel consumption is appropriate. You can nowweekday and not the weekend. The dealers are
narrow this down to a particular make and model bycrowded with car shoppers on weekends so do
researching on the internet to find reviews andyourself a favour and don't go out then. When sales
owner's testimonials. At the dealer's showroom youare slow during the week the dealer will be happier to
can now concentrate on the deal being offered rathermake a deal. Towards the end of the month, say the
than being shown a number of models.last week, is the best time of month for car shopping.
2.They don't set a budget.Dealears have monthly sales targets to meet or break
You must have a top figure you are comfortable withand they will be more anxious to make that deal to
and stick to it. Work out what the payments perboost the figures than at any other time.
month will be and make sure you can cover this