What Is Parked In Your Driveway?

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by MTK

Anyone got advice for buying a new car? For the last 20+ years I just bought directly from my brother who sold Fords, so now I'm on my own. Been reading up on how to approach a dealership, things like getting pre-approved before going in, focus on the "out the door" number vs monthly payment, don't talk trade-in until the end, etc. Anything else I should have in mind?

always go with the out the door price and already have your financing lined up. Use the high interest rates as leverage to explain why you need at this price now…

also if you are gonna trade, please know what price they can sell your car for now. Get comparables just like buying a house ala “ I know you guys can get 25k right now for my car”