You walk into a dealership ready to test drive a car, but before you know it a salesperson is rushing you to sign papers. Many buyers in Philadelphia have felt that pressure, and it’s not by accident. Franchise dealerships set tough sales quotas that often shape the...
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That tip to talk to the “fleet manager” may not be a good one
Are you looking for the right vehicle at the right price? Of course you are. Everyone wants a good deal when buying a car. It seems as though the auto industry is one of the last places where bargaining still happens, and let's be honest, it can be fun.However, auto...
How do totaled, flood-damaged vehicles get to car lots?
It may be early spring, but those in Pennsylvania and across the mid-Atlantic know that the long hurricane season is just around the corner. Heavy rains and flooding can cause tremendous damage to homes and other property, and that damage is not always visible right...
Are you sure you purchased your vehicle?
When you visit any of Philadelphia's auto dealerships to find your next vehicle, you may intend to own it after your final loan payment. You did not intend to "rent" the vehicle for a while and then return it to the dealership as would happen in an auto lease...
Were you tempted by a 0% interest loan for a new car?
Auto dealerships offer all kinds of deals to customers to entice them into coming down to the lot. One of the most often seen is an offer of a 0% interest auto loan. Since most individuals can't walk into a dealership and pay cash for a car, who wouldn't want an...
Can you recognize the signs of auto dealer fraud?
Buying a new vehicle is a significant purchase. Depending on the type of vehicle you want and the extra features, you could have a serious price tag to consider. However, if you believe you have the financial ability to purchase the vehicle of your dreams, you may...
Did you really negotiate a better payment for your new vehicle?
You may enjoy looking for a vehicle. Even if it's used, it's new to you. Choosing the make and model, the options and the color all make the buying experience enjoyable. Then, unless you can walk into a dealership and pay cash or already have financing arranged with a...
Was your auto loan really approved before you left the dealer?
You should feel excitement when you purchase a vehicle. But you know that it involves some back and forth with the salesperson. Unless you pay cash for the vehicle, you will also have to deal with the financing department.A good bit of the auto-buying experience feels...
Is your car title clean, or has the dealer washed it?
If you know a little about cars, you have an advantage when you go searching for a reliable used vehicle. You may know what to look for under the hood and on the dashboard, and you may recognize when it is better to walk away from a vehicle. Even armed with this...
Will an auto dealership really pay off your current car loan?
If you had the chance to lower your car payment, would you take it? Probably. Who wouldn't want to save some money and have a great car too?The problem is that the remainder on your current auto loan is more than dealerships are telling you its worth. Enter the...