Things to Never do at a Car Dealership
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Car shopping can be stressful, but you should never engage in the following activities while at a dealership.
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1.
Not negotiate for a better price.
2 points - added 10 years ago by motorbreath -
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Refuse to take the car on a test drive.
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3.
Accept an offer without shopping at other dealerships first.
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4.
Believe what someone says without getting it in writing.
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5.
Treat the sales staff like a jerk no matter what they do.
Believe it or not, not every car salesman is a scumbag.
2 points - added 10 years ago by motorbreath -
6.
Not tell the salesman exactly what you are looking for.
Even if you think car shopping is a big game, this is a piece of information you should not hold back.
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7.
Ask for the dealer to install aftermarket parts.
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8.
Stick around when you feel like you're being jerked around.
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9.
Stay longer than you plan.
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10.
Sign a contract without reading it first.
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11.
Show up not knowing what you want to buy.
Never let a car salesman tell you want you want to buy or you will regret it later.
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12.
Not inspect the vehicle thoroughly before taking possession.
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13.
Keep talking to a salesman who won't listen to you.
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14.
Show up on a weekend and expect individual attention.
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15.
Show up without shopping for your own financing first.
If you have financing you can use that fact as leverage to get an even better deal.
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16.
Talk monthly payments with the sales staff.
Focus on the total purchase price, then look at the monthly payments.
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17.
Purchase aftermarket warranties.
Manufacturer warranties are enough coverage, otherwise just put your money in a savings account.
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18.
Show up with your trade-in.
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19.
Use a test vehicle to run errands.
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20.
Arrive right before closing time.
You won't get a better deal by showing up right before closing.
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