1. Dealing with a MTA dealer is best. You never know if the person buying the car is actually its owner or if there is money still owing on the car. You could end up out of pocket if the car is repossessed.
2. Plan with care. It’s only too easy to be seduced by the good looks of a vehicle in the car sales yard and make a dicey decision that you’ll end up regretting. Know what you want before you go and keep this in mind at all times when dealing with a salesperson. You need to do homework. This needs more attention. Car brochures from dealers are worth picking up. Reviews written by independent sources are invaluable. Give the NRMA a call for some free advice. People often have their own opinions (e.g. the Dog and Lemon Guide), so ensure you read several different reviews rather than just the one.
3. Collate as much vehicle information as you can find. Bring a calculator with you.
4. Talk to people who own the vehicle you are interested in – and your local mechanic. Family & friends can help give an honest idea about the car.. If you struggle find anyone who owns one, just ask around. You’ll only get a quick review this way.
5. Think about options – through the dealer or not? Dealers aren’t the most cost-effective option for car parts. A quick saving is the stamp duty saving you’d normally pay on the parts.
6. Decide whether to part-ex your car before going. Accept that the wholesale price for your vehicle will be a lot lower than a potential private sale price – the dealers have to make a living somehow, so they need to make a profit. You must have a pragmatic & realistic expectation? If you did, then you got yourself a good deal. Private sales also have snags – like buyer’s cheques bouncing. You may have legal recourse but it won’t be easy.
7. If you’re trading your car, it’s the changeover that matters!).
8. Use a car broker.An intermediary with the experience and buying power could save you heaps.
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10. Preapproval for finance is a good idea before shopping. If you have already built up a good reputation with one finance company in the past, you may be able to negotiate a good deal. You can alsways shop elsewhere for finance.
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