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Kina Heflin
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Tips on negotiating price on new car
Comments (20)The best tool for buying a new car is the computer.Because you can research to see what people are really paying.But you can check dealer stock.You can locate the vehical you want and know the window sticker price and options before you arive.Forget the cars direct online deals.Deal with the dealer and go to several and the one you want to buy from should be your last stop. Never mention financing or trade ins until you get there best price.Forget the salesman you will more then likley have to intertain him.But remember he is nothing more then the monkey.He has nothing to do with the price you can buy the car for anyway.All he is there is a host or waiter runner middleman.He has to get everything approved by the salesmanager or owner anyway.So why even mess with him.Let him know you want to deal with the guy who is giving him all his answers. Ask for the invoice.It will be higher then the online invoice from places like Edmunds. Alway take a calculator and either a hanky or a small towel. Get there best price at a few dealers where your least willing to buy.No need waisting to much of there time or you own.Your just feeling the water to get an idea what there price will be.They will realise your not likley going to buy anyway.Because your 50 miles away from your home town. After you have gotten a few quotes.Its time to get serious and pay a visit to the dealers you want to buy from.Let them know you have been looking around and have recieved a few qoutes.Tell them you decided to give them a chance and say you operate just like the state.Lowest bidder wins.When they ask what kind of prices you were quoted.Say pretty good offers and leave it at that.Say you would rather buy local if they could beat there offers. There prices will be within a few hundred dollars.But dont let them know that.They might even be several hundred dollars less.But even so say you have to do better then that. You already know what it can be bought for because of Edmunds invoice.But you want a better deal and already have that figure memorised.Example $22.500 is the what others are paying.He is giving you a price of $24.250 and he is within a few hundred dollars of the other dealers.But you say Your wayyyyyyyyy off!He saids where do we need to be?You say under $22000 knowing your more then likley going to have to pay $22500.Thats where the calculator comes in.Before giving him the answer punch a few numbers.You might not even have it turned on.But let him know your keeping track. He will give you the line.Oh but our advertisising costs are higher thats why our invoice is higher.Thats when you hand him the hanky or small towel.Seriously I have done this.Had the salesmans rolling on the floor in tears.When I handed the 70 year old owner a towel to cry on. Never let them think your ancious and never mention financing until its a done deal.Let them know you will go elsewhere.Whenb they give you there so called best price.Example $23000 but you know it can be bought for $22500.Say $22000 take it or leave it.Stand up and say when you come to your sinces call me.Shake his hand and head for the door.He will either stop you or call the next day.Saying $22500 and thats where you want to be.Try for $22000 and if not.You just bought it for your price you set out to get it for.Congradulation you just beat him at his own game.Works for me....See MoreContractor Negotiations
Comments (7)The contractor's price to you for fixtures also covers the cost for his time to order the items, track the items, inspect the items (and perhaps return any faulty things), arrange delivery, and bring them to you. Plus there is often plenty of aggravation at each of those steps (just peruse these forums to hear the stories!). Plus you are paying for his expertise in ordering the right type of valves, or other plumbing or tile items. Plus the contractor deserves to make a living, and make a profit. Alternatively, you can purchase the items, get the various discounts offerred by Lowes or online site. But be aware that it will be you who will be taking the time to deal with ordering/tracking/delivery, etc. I chose to purchase everything myself. My electrician in particular was happy to leave me to it, cause he just wanted to be an electrician, not a supplier. My kitchen GC had a similar philosophy that he was a GC, not an appliance salesman, so I purchased all my kitchen appliances without him. My experience with ordering things was uneven. Some things were a cinch and practically efffortless, while others were frustrating and added to my stress level. I would likely do so again, though--not for the money-saved aspect at all, but rather it gave me a feeling of control that I knew when everything was arriving, and that it was exactly what I wanted. I wouldn't worry about the guaranty if you purchase, say, a faucet/sink/tub, etc. yourself; those are provided by the manufacturer....See MoreDoors still undecided, but closet going in!
Comments (13)Hi Marie! - I'm leaning toward a bi-fold door that matches the front door. While I won't be able to get into the closet if the front door is open; the bi-fold opens to the right so the front door won't interfere with it at all. Of course, with my two dogs and a mountain man husband, "easy to clean" is always first and foremost in my mind. Murray'sMom - The floors are the pre-1952 original oak floors with narrow, 1 1/4-inch planks. We just had them refinished a couple weeks ago. They are not stained, but they do have five coats of protective, satin finish on them. Yes; I will have a cushy-cushion on the top of the window seat. I'm thinking of using a Sunbrella-type fabric since I know Harry will claim the sunny, warm window as his dedicated nappy spot. If I go with all exposed wood for the window seat and wall cabinets, should I stick with oak, or could I venture into Hickory or Pine without it looking "odd." BeeOhio - Harry and Sam are both Deutch Drahthaars, a versatile hunting breed that resembles - and faintly related - to short and wire hair pointers/poodle pointers etc. They point, tract, retrieve, hunt anything - from a quail to a bear, and are big ole couch potatoes in the off season. That is Harry above, but I'm going to post the latest photo of Sam on a separate thread. Refinished floors looking toward south wall in question, and the extension of the west wall into kitchen....See MoreNegotiating a new car purchase - any tried & true tactics?
Comments (95)Right on, gscience! There's a whole world of auto enthusiasts out there filled with good, helpful folks who are passionate about cars and want to share their knowledge and experiences with others. Autocross looks like an absolute blast as well. This sort of thing is probably in my DNA though, having been raised by a father who was never without a fast car (he raced for a time), and even as an octogenarian drives a collector's Porsche. It's a rewarding (albeit expensive) hobby and I think most people understand that (or at least understand when they DON'T understand and refrain from dissing something they're ignorant about). ;)...See Moreworthy
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