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Use this UsedCars.biz handy checklist when you are test driving a used car. If some of the items below seem too “picky” for you, skip them: but remember that little annoyances today can grow into huge disturbances tomorrow.
_____Acceleration should be smooth (not necessarily rapid).
_____Pinging may indicate a needed tune-up or may be poor fuel. Some Read more . . .
The sheer variety of vehicles available from so many manufacturers can easily overwhelm an unprepared shopper. Below, we tackle as many of the issues, in as much detail as we think you can stand!
• How much car do you really need?
• Budget early
• Research insurance costs
• Color and trim
• Lease or buy?
• Choosing a dealer
• Negotiating
• Saving money
• Negotiating psychology
• Financing and contracts Read more . . .
The same hot-and-heavy competition that gives U.S. consumers significant value for their automotive dollar may actually be destructive to the consumer in the long run. That was a surprising message delivered by Jed Connelly, senior vice president of sales and marketing for Nissan North America Inc., to a large contingent of local and national auto journalists at the recent California International Auto Show in Anaheim. Read more . . .
Donating your old vehicle is a great way to give to one of your preferred charities. Your generosity will also result in a special tax deduction provided by the government, but keep in mind there are certain requirements that must be met to get these tax breaks.
Unfortunately, the government’s policies regarding vehicle donations are not as clearly laid out as with other types of contributions to charities. The amount of tax relief you receive depends not only on the value of your donation, but also on the way the charity itself chooses to use or dispose of the vehicle. Read more . . .
Buying a new car can be great fun, but it can often involve selling your current vehicle at the same time. And we all know that can be a huge pain in the neck…or lower. But hassles can create new businesses, as witnessed by the new range of services, such as car detailers, dry cleaners, and even providers of freshly prepared meals who are now coming right to your workplace or home. These services mean that a widening array of chores no longer need wait for evenings or weekends, but they can be accommodated during breaks or lunch hours. Now, getting your car sold privately is joining the ranks of such “lunch break” services and can be done in half an hour or less at a satisfactory price. Read more . . .