Although most people would hate to admit it, women and men do tend to get different treatment at the car lot. Studies show that women get worse deals on used car prices than men at used car lots. No matter what type of car they are purchasing, if a woman purchases a car alone, the sales people at the used car lots automatically assume she will agree to pay more and won’t deal as low with her. It is a shame that women have to take men to the lots with them to get the best deals around.
There are ways that women can come into a used car lot and get a great deal however. That is without bringing a man along. After all, women can do everything a man can do, including buying a car. The first thing a woman needs to do is dress professionally. When you have on a power suit that you might use on a big day at the office, you will look more serious and the salespeople will know you are intelligent and ready to get down to business.
I enjoy reading the tips and suggestions on finding an honest or good mechanic. These can be found on various government and consumer websites. I think the same guy wrote all the suggestions for all 50 states.
You’ll be advised to check around by word of mouth (WOM), and make sure that you see ASE or AAA posted somewhere. Check out the facility—makes sure it’s clean. Check with the BBB. You’ll be acronymed and common sense suggested to death. None of it will really help.
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When speaking to your mechanic or service representative, there are many things one should never say. Sad as this is, certain questions and requests can trigger multiple price-gouging tactics from your service center. Following is a list of ten statements in random order. The term “mechanic” may be exchanged for “technician,” “service representative,” “service advisor,” “owner,” “service manager,” or anyone that you deal with when having your vehicle serviced.
1) Do I need a tune-up?
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When shopping for a used car, it can be difficult to gauge whether a used cars price is reasonable. However, consumers are fortunate in the fact that it is not impossible. With a little research, some detailed notes and an eye for detail, buyers will be able to get an accurate value determination on a used cars price.
Kelley Blue Book, found online at kbb.com, is a very popular website for anyone interested in buying or selling an automobile. By entering the model, make, year, overall condition, styling and additional features into the appropriate form, Kelley Blue Book provides an instant look at a used cars price. While the site also offers values on new automobiles, many consumers are more concerned with used cars price and how to know if they are getting a fair deal.
Many wonder whether or not there vehicle will make the trip. Provided you follow factory routine auto maintenance schedules, Pre Road Trip Car Maintenance is simple. Here are some Pre Road Trip Car Maintenance tips and suggestions.
Here’s what to do:
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Here’s the low down on checking out the used car that you have finally set your eyes on. Take a look at the following points before you decide to take it out on a test drive.
Lean down and look down the side of the car – check for dents and dimples. Check the bumper cars for scratches and look at the wheel hubs for dents and scratches.
According the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, it is estimated that automotive service consumers are scammed tens of billions of dollars every year. Repair shops—dealerships, local shops, and franchises—are repeatedly at the top of consumer complaint lists every year. Multiple undercover investigations have caught repair centers red-handed ripping people off. Government agencies across the nation warn against service center repair scams. Consumer advocate groups constantly provide tips and suggestions to avoid getting ripped-off. Service industry insiders continually step forward to expose service industry abuses. Study after study reveals that service centers are manipulating industry guidelines. There’s a real problem! Yet, there are still skeptics.
The above comments are sweeping strikes against an industry so vital to the community. Yet even these known facts don’t take into account the unknown. Ripping people off in the automotive service industry is so ingrained in the business design and culture it’s considered normal. In other words, before one even begins to uncover excessive charges, this self-regulating industry hasn’t just stacked the deck, it has built and entire house of cards.
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If you are in the market for a used car, you have probably asked yourself more than one time how much is too much when it comes to price. This is a legitimate question because everybody wants to make sure that they get the best deal possible. But unfortunately, since everybody is different it is hard to say how much is too much when buying a used car.
When trying to find off if you are spending too much on a used car, you are going to have your hands full; but there are a few things that you can do in order to make sure that you are at least doing a decent job. First off, consult the Kelly Blue Book. By doing this you will be able to find out how much similar cars are selling for in your area. If you know this, you will then be able to make an educated decision on how much you should spend.
The cost of gasoline is in such a state of disarray right now, that it’s really affecting many American families to the point of desperation. Sales on bigger cars and SUV’s are down, while sales on smaller compact cars, hybrids and motorcycles are higher than ever, in a consumer effort to alleviate gas price impact on their quality of life.
Is there anything we can do to soften the blow to our wallets? There are, in fact, some things you can do to help mitigate the high cost of gasoline right now as it relates to your financial “health”. Read on for six gas savings tips that can at least minimize this rough patch for you, and help you stretch your gas dollars to the max.
Most know the most glaring auto repair pricing abuses: Service centers overcharging $100’s even $1000’s for repairs, or charging for service that was never done at all. To be sure, this still happens every day. However, there are many other techniques which involve flying just low enough to avoid detection. The savvy service centers increase the price so as not to set off any alarms. It’s become so common that it’s not just an accepted industry practice, but even service customers have accepted paying higher prices.
Knowing how ingrained price-gouging is within the automotive service industry, it’s shocking (although understandable) that even service customers have succumbed to excessive car repair prices. I frequently hear service customers’ state: “Yeah, I know I was ripped off, but my car’s fixed now.” Or, “I know they charge too much, but they’re convenient.”
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When you are shopping for a used car, chances are that you are going to be concerned with a few things. You will probably look at reliability, the make and model, and probably even the color. But if you are like the majority of people that buy cars, you will also be looking very closely at the price. After all, nobody wants to get ripped off, and everybody wants to get the best deal possible.
In order to find the best deal on a used car price, the first thing that you should do is find a dealer that you can trust. This way you know that you will be dealing with a reputable dealer that is not going to simply try to rip you off, and make as most money as possible.
A primary reason why it’s difficult to get a car fixed right the first time is the lack of qualifications of the technician who’s actually fixing your car. Local studies and decades of research reveals that 70% of automotive technicians are not qualified to work on most car systems. This includes technicians from dealerships, local shops, and franchises.
Over a decade ago, automotive manufacturers were predicting widespread shortages in “qualified” technicians. Now, given that 80% of the functions of the average car are controlled by electronics, qualified technicians are in even greater demand. This is evident by the numerous advertisements for master technicians which often include $5000 sign-on bonuses.
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When you are looking at a used car, the first thing that you may notice is the price. It is only natural to want to know how much you are going to have to pay for something before you proceed with the buying process.
But before you move forward to actually purchase the car, you will want to know what goes into determining the price. After all, if you do not know how the car is priced how will you ever be able to determine if you are making a good decision?
The phenomenon of price-gouging has a fascinating history. In the 1970’s most service customers had at least a rudimentary understanding of automobile repairs, and thus there wasn’t as much for a service center to hide behind.
In the 80’s, with the increase of advanced emission controls and enhanced electronics, confusion set in. The rapid pace of technology kept everyone—technicians and customers alike, bewildered and guessing.
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Americans like to buy a car at the dealership in one afternoon, and the dealerships try very hard to make you think that is possible and even smart. But it’s not. Realize how big a purchase a car is. And it is complicated.
Buying a car is the second-largest purchase most people make after buying a home. When you buy a home, think about all the help you have: you have a broker to help you find the best home for you, and a mortgage broker to help you find the best financing. And an inspector to make sure the house is safe. Sometimes you also have an attorney to make sure the contract is fair, and a title company makes sure the title is clear before you pay for the home. But when you buy a car, there is not one person there to help you. And the dealers want you to THINK you can waltz in to the dealership and buy a car from start to finish in an afternoon… and sure, you can, but you will pay much much more if you do it that way. Here are four tips to give you an advantage:
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