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re: Updated v.3.16 - Will Cover's 2018 buying guide to purchasing a new vehicle
Posted on 4/22/18 at 6:26 pm to Mulat
Posted on 4/22/18 at 6:26 pm to Mulat
In my experience, maintenance packages are a location they are willing to give quite a bit on. While I agree with Will Cover the initial offer for them are outrageous, there is a price point to be had where they are worthwhile.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 6:47 pm to Volvagia
I said years ago I’d never buy a new vehicle again, but I’ve been rethinking it for my next one. My last two used vehicles have been great, very dependable. My thinking is that over 10 years I’ve had my current vehicle, I’ve averaged 7,500 miles a year. Conisdering most people put many more than that on vehicles per year, buying used for me is usually like buying a three year old vehicle with seven years of mileage. Does that make sense, or should I just stick to used anyway, given they’ve been good to me in the past/present?
Posted on 4/22/18 at 6:52 pm to Will Cover
I plan on paying cash for a gently used SUV this week. Any tips for that specific scenario?
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:09 pm to Will Cover
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7. Don’t discuss a trade-in until you’ve settled on a price for the vehicle you’re buying. Each transaction should be separate and are not dependent upon one another.
What’s the response if you’re explicitly asked? Seems like anything other than a hard no up front is a yes to them.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:10 pm to Will Cover
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5. Never negotiate off “MSRP.” The negotiation process should start from the DEALER COST (which is less than INVOICE) price or the WHOLESALE price if purchasing a USED vehicle.
How do you KNOW the difference when they put a piece of paper in front of your face? They have given me papers in the past that claim to be what the dealership paid or invoice and it’s usually not much lower than MSRP. I would assume the 2 would have a pretty dramatic difference in amount. No?
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:18 pm to Will Cover
Thanks, but can you provide something in your first post that refers to sections updated? I’ve followed your previous posts, but it’d be nice to know what’s new without reading it all again.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:21 pm to Will Cover
If I'm somewhat interested in a vehicle (used a couple years old) that's about $19k and I can pay up front. How much does that affect negotiating down the price?
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:22 pm to bee Rye
quote:I see we're in a similar situation
plan on paying cash for a gently used SUV this week. Any tips for that specific scenario?
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:24 pm to bee Rye
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I plan on paying cash for a gently used SUV this week. Any tips for that specific scenario?
It depends on the financing you can get. Check on that first and see if it’s worthwile to pay cash. Financing has been super cheap or 0% up until recently, so paying cash only makes sense if the benefit you get from it outweighs how much you could theoretically get if you instead invested it all in something conservative or an index fund over the life of the loan. The last car I got offered 0% financing, so it made no sense to pay cash. I invested that money and am earning a return while I pay it off.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:25 pm to Will Cover
Leasing in some circumstances doesn't seem like that bad of a deal Imho. If you wait on it you can make decent deals with 0 down on leases. If you are going to keep avehicle for 10 years then buying is better but if you are going to do 3-5 years and don't drive much a lease is a better deal. Sort of like a stay at home mom who just runs to the store and drives the kids around. You can get in a new car with warranty every few years but have a cheaper note.
For instance it looks like you can get a GMC terrain for $246 down and $246 a month lease right now. Thats not that bad imho if you did traditional financing the car would probably be upside down after 2 years anyway.
For instance it looks like you can get a GMC terrain for $246 down and $246 a month lease right now. Thats not that bad imho if you did traditional financing the car would probably be upside down after 2 years anyway.
This post was edited on 4/22/18 at 7:27 pm
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:28 pm to Will Cover
Will Cover, great info. I rarely buy new and it appears most of your info is regarding new cars. I have found most times dealers are much more willing to negotiate on new vs used. What is your advice for purchasing used?
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:28 pm to Will Cover
I agree with nearly everything you said. But the reality is pick your sales person. Find the guy who's hustling. The one who is working deals. And grind his day to a fricking halt.
As for warranty, they will easily pay for themselves if you buy them at the right price. Just explain from the start, you will buy warranty, but you will only pay 100 bucks over cost. The FI guy will have a bible. Printed. Tell him you buy it if he shows you cost price for the OEM warranty. If he shows you on a computer screen, he's lying
Financing, NEVER fill out a credit app at a dealer until you have negotiated a cash price and sit down with the FI guy. If your credit score will qualify you for the 0% rate, tell him he can send it to one and only one place. If your credit sucks (or at least wont get you 0%), walk in with a preapproved offer from a local credit union.
Lastly, what is your time worth to you? Is the day wasted worth $500 bucks more off?
And finally, you ignore the financing advice, please read your paperwork or at least understand what it means.
In a recent thread, 80% of respondents could not understand what a Conditional Delivery doc was.
As for warranty, they will easily pay for themselves if you buy them at the right price. Just explain from the start, you will buy warranty, but you will only pay 100 bucks over cost. The FI guy will have a bible. Printed. Tell him you buy it if he shows you cost price for the OEM warranty. If he shows you on a computer screen, he's lying
Financing, NEVER fill out a credit app at a dealer until you have negotiated a cash price and sit down with the FI guy. If your credit score will qualify you for the 0% rate, tell him he can send it to one and only one place. If your credit sucks (or at least wont get you 0%), walk in with a preapproved offer from a local credit union.
Lastly, what is your time worth to you? Is the day wasted worth $500 bucks more off?
And finally, you ignore the financing advice, please read your paperwork or at least understand what it means.
In a recent thread, 80% of respondents could not understand what a Conditional Delivery doc was.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:34 pm to Will Cover
Thanks for this is excellent info. But it leads me to the conclusion that I'll keep buying used cars. Much easier to negotiate and you don't take the depreciation hit.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:40 pm to HailToTheChiz
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Will, in your opinion, should folks aim for new over used simply due to low rates and high used prices?
Not necessarily. Rates, will vary from lender to lender and also from person to person based upon one's credit score.
I can say that I had a 40 + year old vehicle at one time and I had a rate of 1.89 % through Lightstream, unsecured.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:41 pm to bee Rye
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I plan on paying cash for a gently used SUV this week. Any tips for that specific scenario?
If you're buying from a dealer, they prefer for you to finance the vehicle through them rather than pay cash.
However, if you're buying from a private seller, you may be able to get a great deal by paying cash.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:43 pm to Engineer
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7. Don’t discuss a trade-in until you’ve settled on a price for the vehicle you’re buying. Each transaction should be separate and are not dependent upon one another.
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What’s the response if you’re explicitly asked? Seems like anything other than a hard no up front is a yes to them.
I actually haven't even thought of that. Right now, I am so focused and excited about the idea of purchasing a new vehicle and that's all I can really think about at this time.
Then flip or redirect the question to something else, such as, "Do you have the light gray / silver metallic color available in the Prius?"
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:44 pm to Tiny Rick
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5. Never negotiate off “MSRP.” The negotiation process should start from the DEALER COST (which is less than INVOICE) price or the WHOLESALE price if purchasing a USED vehicle.
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How do you KNOW the difference when they put a piece of paper in front of your face?
Do your own research. And have that information with you when you step foot into the dealership. Never trust their numbers. Dealers make "mistakes" but only the kind that actually benefits them.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:44 pm to diat150
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For instance it looks like you can get a GMC terrain for $246 down and $246 a month lease right now. Thats not that bad imho if you did traditional financing the car would probably be upside down after 2 years anyway.
My fiancé got upside down on her car and it really made me rethink ever buying a car for her situation. I can’t because i put a lot of miles on my car but she traveling ~3 miles for work, gym, and basically everything else. I rather have the lower payment then deal with another upside down loan.
I lease heavy equipment for a living so it’s not like uneducated on the matter. I just see less value in owning cars as the years go.
Posted on 4/22/18 at 7:47 pm to diat150
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Leasing in some circumstances doesn't seem like that bad of a deal
If you are focused on getting more car than what you could normally get if purchasing, then you are correct.
And if you stay within the warranty terms for a lease, I would agree with you as well.
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You can get in a new car with warranty every few years but have a cheaper note.
But in terms of actually building wealth, leasing is not a good option. Having any kind of note that goes to a depreciating "asset" is not a smart financial move. However, one must weigh what is really important to them, how much enjoyment they are going to get out of it right now vs. delaying pleasure.
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