Can buying a new car be less of an ordeal for you?

You’ll get the car you want, equipped to your liking, and all at a fair price. It’s going to happen and I’m going to show you exactly how to get the car of your dreams.

Once you’ve decided on the size and type of car that suits your needs, follow these simple steps below to help get the most out of your hard earned money.

So… can buying a new car be less of an ordeal for you? The answer is YES! YES! YES!

1. Learn the “invoice” cost (find out what the dealer paid for the car!)

Here’s the real key to your deal: you must find out what the dealer paid for the car so you can negotiate the price you’ll pay for it. You have to find out this information for yourself and you have to be sure it’s up-to-date and correct!

The best way to do this is to head over to Automotive.com. You’ll be glad you did. New-car buyers who use the service save an average of $1,800 on their purchase.

• The “invoice” price (a guide to what the dealer paid for the car);
• The “sticker” price (what the dealer wants you to pay);
• Invoice and sticker prices for all options and packages;
• Current rebates, factory-to-dealer incentives, and holdbacks;
• Plus solid advice on using the information in the report to your best advantage when you negotiate the purchase of your new car.

2. Get ready to bargain

Your homework is done. It’s all in your report in plain English with an easy-to-follow worksheet. The invoice and sticker price comparisons give you a clear understanding of your negotiating room. You’re ready.

3. Start bargaining

Ask the salesperson for the dealership’s lowest markup over their cost. And always bargain with the invoice price, never down from the sticker price. If the car you want is in tight supply, you may have to pay the full sticker price. Otherwise, $300 to $500 over the invoice price is reasonable.

4. Play the game

The advice you receive with your report takes you through the hard part, negotiating a fair price. It takes you step-by-step through the rest of the negotiating game with professional new-car-buying advice such as…..Be wary. The dealership’s “business manager” may try to sell you undercoating, rustproofing, fabric protection, extended warranty, windshield etching, etc. They’re all worthless or overpriced.

5. Trade-in

Don’t even mention it until you’ve agreed on a price for your new car. But when it’s time to talk trade-in, you should know what your trade-in is worth whether you sell it privately or to a dealership.

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