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Important Car Buying Tip

August 4, 2011

A lawyer gives important car buying tips. Advice: Ignore everything the salesman says to you. None of the information they say means a thing until it is in writing. Be wary as a salesperson may stay, “We’re not allowed to write things on the purchase agreement,” or “You don’t need me to write that down, [...]

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Research Can Equal Better Deals than Family Discounts

August 3, 2011

Don’t get discouraged if you are not eligible for the famous “friends and family discount” at your local car dealership. Great deals on Chrysler, Ford and GM are out there. But you will have to do your research and be an educated buyer. Understanding the jargon of fees, hidden incentives and company-only discounts. Knowing the worth of [...]

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Cars Aiming for the Number One Spot

July 15, 2011

New or redesigned cars on the way to the top of their class while tackling the competition. The full-size luxury car class has been largely consumers of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class but the Jaguar XJ is closing the gap. Compact crossover utility class has been dominated by the Toyota RAV4 but the Kia Sorrento is challenging this [...]

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July New Car Deals

July 13, 2011

If you are in the market for a new car, being an informed and educated consumer is key to getting the best for your buck. Here is a list of new car deals for July on some popular brands. 2011 Mitsubishi Eclipse Spyder Offering $500 additional dealer discount and $2,000 cash or 0.0 percent financing [...]

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Chevy Cruze Takes Number One Spot

July 8, 2011

A U.S. automaker is taking the number one spot on the passenger sales charts for the first time in a while. In June, the new compact Chevrolet’s Cruze was the best-selling car in the United States. The Cruze cruises by the competition, including the Toyota Camry and Honda Civic. General Motors’ is increasing their emphasis [...]

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Electric Cars Taking Over

June 22, 2011

Electric cars are expected to be common in the near future, especially in major cities that are operational to charge these vehicles in parking lots and in homes. According to auto industry analysts, about 3.2 million plug-in electric cars are projected to be sold by 2015, with sales largely in  New York, Los Angeles, San [...]

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2012 Chevrolet Volt Available For Order

June 13, 2011

Last week, customers across the nation began placing orders for the 2012 Chevrolet Volt extended-range electric car. The new electric car goes on sale at $39,995, which includes destination charge. The 2012 Volt costs $1005 less than the 2011 model. Along with the lower MSRP that hovers under the $40K mark, eligible buyers can still [...]

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Common Car Buying Mistakes

June 3, 2011

Forbes recently constructed the list of common car buying mistakes. If you or someone you know is in the market for a new car, read on.  Bottom line – know before you go! 1. Entertaining fantasies about your current transportation needs. Before you hit the dealership lot, take a good look at the kind of [...]

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10 Popular Car Dealer Scams

May 13, 2011

Forbes.com reports on the top car dealer scams to watch out for. The Upsell Alarms, extra cleaning, “prepping,” rust-proofing, fabric protection and paint sealant are all common add-ons that dealers sometimes sneak onto the invoice without the buyer’s knowledge. Most of these things you don’t need. The Unwanted Warranty Nothing is free, not even those [...]

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Popular Cars Might Lose Top Spot

April 29, 2011

Automakers are designing vehicles with a special mix of styling, reliability, utility and value in an effort to rise to the top of their respective classes. 10 top vehicles are in danger of losing top spot in popularity in the U.S. The premium compact crossover utility class current leader Audi Q5 is being challenged by [...]

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