Car dealerships are just like any other business in that they are responsible for generating an operating profit. And like any other businesses there are those that attempt to do so upfront and straight forward and… those that are… well… less than straightforward.
The Most Important Part When Buying A Car
Out of all of the car buying tips, the car deal negotiating tips, and out of all the dos and dont dos when you are car shopping and ultimately buying, what is the single most important area to have under control as the buyer.
What Exactly Is Dealer Invoice?
To say this term is a bit misunderstood is a rather large understatement. Maybe thats why it works so good for the folks in the marketing department. Many potential car buyers assume that what they uncover on the internet is the car dealers invoice price.
Car Financing The F&I Department
OK, youve finally gotten through the front end part of buying your car. You have worked hard done some tough negotiating and feel like you have negotiated a good and fair deal on your car purchase and trade-in. Now its time to head into the dealers F&I (finance and insurance) department and go through the formality of signing the financing paper work on the back end of the deal.
Dealing With A Car Dealer
Negotiating the price of a car puts a lot of people into their uncomfortable zone. But, it really should not; especially today with all of the information available to the consumer. The key to confidence and a higher level of comfort comes in the form of knowledge and research.
Lets get a bit of a jump start on your research with some key points to keep in mind when you have decided that its about time to change your ride.