Car|Videos, Q&A and articles - Car
Oct
30
Filed Under (Automotive) by car
Julie Davidson asked:
Buying a car, new or used, is a big expenditure. Unfortunately, most people go to the car dealership thinking they have to pay the full sticker price of the car, not realizing there are many ways to save money. It’s also important to know how the dealers make their money on each car sale. Such knowledge will help you get the very best price on your next vehicle.
1) Know how much the car is worth.
Do your homework and research your car choices before attending a new car sale or purchasing a used car. You’ll want to know the true value of the car you wish to buy as well as the value of your current car if you wish to trade it in.
Visit the factory website of the model of car you want to see what the factory list price is for each vehicle. For example, Ford’s website (http://www.ford.com/) offers an online vehicle showroom where you can choose your next new car and pick the price range.
Go to several different dealers and research different deals on the same car before purchasing it. A lot of dealers’ prices will differ on the same make and model. Check out the wealth of information on http://www.carsguide.news.com.au which offers price comparisons on your new or used car as well as tips to help you when you purchase.
The Red Book (http://www.redbookasiapacific.com/au/) is an excellent resource to see how much a used or new car is worth. Car dealers make money by marking up the price, as do private sales. Knowing that a car is unfairly priced will help you to save hundreds, if not thousands of dollars.
2) Get the proper financing.
Car dealers can make a bundle of money selling you more car than you can afford by offering you financing for a longer period of time. You can also expect to pay more for lease options if you’re not careful. Banks and finance companies typically offer a lower interest rate than car dealerships. You can also look into financing from the manufacturer of the car for sale—you’ll pay much less in interest than on a loan from the dealer.
Banks take longer to grant approval than finance companies, which can often approve your loan online in minutes.
Never pay for a new or used car on a credit card, as you’ll be paying lots more in interest rates. One of the very best tactics is to get pre-approved for the purchase of a used or new car at a financing institution before you go car shopping. When you’re shopping, don’t tell the car sales associate. A lot of times the car dealer will cut the price of your car, thinking they’ll make money on the financing later. It will be too late to change the price on the car once they realize you already having financing.
3) Buy at the right time of the month.
Most car salesmen work on commission and get incentives for selling the most cars. By the end of the month they know if they need to up their sales and they’ll be more persuasive and aggressive to get that one last sale. However, you can use this need to sell to your advantage.
Visit a car dealership at the beginning or first of the month for an initial visit, but not to buy. This takes some of the pressure off because the salesmen aren’t going to be as persuasive to have you purchase something you can’t afford or don’t want.
Visit several car dealerships to inspect the assorted car sales and take plenty of notes. Then return to the car dealership of your choice at the end of the month when dealers are eager to make a quick car sale. Chances are you’ll get a great deal on a fantastic new or used car.
4) Forgo the extended warranty and extras.
You don’t need an extended warranty, though the salesman will make you worry and fret until you shell out the extra money to pay for the warranty. Most of the time, if you care for your car properly and maintain it according to the factory specifications you won’t need an extended warranty.
If you really think you should purchase one, wait as long as possible. Most companies allow you to wait until you’re close to the end of your regular warranty to purchase one. By then you’ll know how much maintenance your vehicle needs. If it’s a lemon by nature then an extended warranty might be a good idea in the long run.
You don’t need most of the extras offered, like rust-proofing, paint protection, tinted windows and life insurance. Educate yourself about what you need and what you don’t to keep from paying unnecessary charges.
Verify how much you’re paying for hidden charges such as shipping and preparation charges. Most of the time you can negotiate these charges down in your car sale.
5) Consider Used vs. New
New cars depreciate quickly the first two years of ownership. In fact, expect your $20,000 new car to cost you almost $7,000 in depreciation and interest rates alone (with a 6.9% loan) during that time. When you buy a used car the original owner has already absorbed the depreciation costs, leaving you with a good car that’s worth every penny.
However, the car sale market may be so slow that good deals can be had when buying a new car over a used car. It’s essential to be aware of how much car you can afford to buy and to guard against getting suckered into buying more car than you can afford.
Used Car Purchase Tips:
The uncertainty about a cars history–whether it’s been well taken care of or possibly damaged by an accident–can make some people leery about buying a used car. When buying used, it’s important to look for a car that has been properly maintained and an owner who has the records to prove it.
When buying used consider forgoing the financing and instead buy outright. Financing is a way car dealers to make money off of used car sales. Opting to pay for it in full puts money in your pocket.
Don’t be afraid of high mileage. A car driven by Grandma on weekends could actually have more problems because an idle car usually has problems associated with sitting around, such as plugged lines or rusty breaks. If you’re unsure about buying a used car because you don’t know enough about how cars work, consider spending the money to get a vehicle inspection from a reputable garage.
CRISTOPHER
Buying a car, new or used, is a big expenditure. Unfortunately, most people go to the car dealership thinking they have to pay the full sticker price of the car, not realizing there are many ways to save money. It’s also important to know how the dealers make their money on each car sale. Such knowledge will help you get the very best price on your next vehicle.
1) Know how much the car is worth.
Do your homework and research your car choices before attending a new car sale or purchasing a used car. You’ll want to know the true value of the car you wish to buy as well as the value of your current car if you wish to trade it in.
Visit the factory website of the model of car you want to see what the factory list price is for each vehicle. For example, Ford’s website (http://www.ford.com/) offers an online vehicle showroom where you can choose your next new car and pick the price range.
Go to several different dealers and research different deals on the same car before purchasing it. A lot of dealers’ prices will differ on the same make and model. Check out the wealth of information on http://www.carsguide.news.com.au which offers price comparisons on your new or used car as well as tips to help you when you purchase.
The Red Book (http://www.redbookasiapacific.com/au/) is an excellent resource to see how much a used or new car is worth. Car dealers make money by marking up the price, as do private sales. Knowing that a car is unfairly priced will help you to save hundreds, if not thousands of dollars.
2) Get the proper financing.
Car dealers can make a bundle of money selling you more car than you can afford by offering you financing for a longer period of time. You can also expect to pay more for lease options if you’re not careful. Banks and finance companies typically offer a lower interest rate than car dealerships. You can also look into financing from the manufacturer of the car for sale—you’ll pay much less in interest than on a loan from the dealer.
Banks take longer to grant approval than finance companies, which can often approve your loan online in minutes.
Never pay for a new or used car on a credit card, as you’ll be paying lots more in interest rates. One of the very best tactics is to get pre-approved for the purchase of a used or new car at a financing institution before you go car shopping. When you’re shopping, don’t tell the car sales associate. A lot of times the car dealer will cut the price of your car, thinking they’ll make money on the financing later. It will be too late to change the price on the car once they realize you already having financing.
3) Buy at the right time of the month.
Most car salesmen work on commission and get incentives for selling the most cars. By the end of the month they know if they need to up their sales and they’ll be more persuasive and aggressive to get that one last sale. However, you can use this need to sell to your advantage.
Visit a car dealership at the beginning or first of the month for an initial visit, but not to buy. This takes some of the pressure off because the salesmen aren’t going to be as persuasive to have you purchase something you can’t afford or don’t want.
Visit several car dealerships to inspect the assorted car sales and take plenty of notes. Then return to the car dealership of your choice at the end of the month when dealers are eager to make a quick car sale. Chances are you’ll get a great deal on a fantastic new or used car.
4) Forgo the extended warranty and extras.
You don’t need an extended warranty, though the salesman will make you worry and fret until you shell out the extra money to pay for the warranty. Most of the time, if you care for your car properly and maintain it according to the factory specifications you won’t need an extended warranty.
If you really think you should purchase one, wait as long as possible. Most companies allow you to wait until you’re close to the end of your regular warranty to purchase one. By then you’ll know how much maintenance your vehicle needs. If it’s a lemon by nature then an extended warranty might be a good idea in the long run.
You don’t need most of the extras offered, like rust-proofing, paint protection, tinted windows and life insurance. Educate yourself about what you need and what you don’t to keep from paying unnecessary charges.
Verify how much you’re paying for hidden charges such as shipping and preparation charges. Most of the time you can negotiate these charges down in your car sale.
5) Consider Used vs. New
New cars depreciate quickly the first two years of ownership. In fact, expect your $20,000 new car to cost you almost $7,000 in depreciation and interest rates alone (with a 6.9% loan) during that time. When you buy a used car the original owner has already absorbed the depreciation costs, leaving you with a good car that’s worth every penny.
However, the car sale market may be so slow that good deals can be had when buying a new car over a used car. It’s essential to be aware of how much car you can afford to buy and to guard against getting suckered into buying more car than you can afford.
Used Car Purchase Tips:
The uncertainty about a cars history–whether it’s been well taken care of or possibly damaged by an accident–can make some people leery about buying a used car. When buying used, it’s important to look for a car that has been properly maintained and an owner who has the records to prove it.
When buying used consider forgoing the financing and instead buy outright. Financing is a way car dealers to make money off of used car sales. Opting to pay for it in full puts money in your pocket.
Don’t be afraid of high mileage. A car driven by Grandma on weekends could actually have more problems because an idle car usually has problems associated with sitting around, such as plugged lines or rusty breaks. If you’re unsure about buying a used car because you don’t know enough about how cars work, consider spending the money to get a vehicle inspection from a reputable garage.
CRISTOPHER
Oct
28
Filed Under (Aircraft) by car
HI-LITER asked:
What is the different between car’s tire and aircraft’s tire ?
What is the different between car’s tire and aircraft’s tire ?
–> What kind of material is in the cars and aircraft’s tire?
–> (cars and aircraft’s tire), which one can stand higher temp ?
–>Which one can stand more friction?
If the aircraft’s tire can stand more friction and higher temperature, then what kind of material are needed to became lasting higher temperature and more friction in cars tire ??
GAIL
Oct
28
Filed Under (Rentals) by car
Luis Nieto asked:
Car hire: 25 Great Tips for a Positive Car Hire Experience
If you’re planning on hiring a car, there are a few things you should know in order to have a positive car rental experience.
If you’re renting for a week, you need to shop around. Use the yellow pages of your telephone book and call all companies listed to find out where you can get the best deal.
If you are looking at a long term rental, you’ll probably get better rates from local companies, but beware if you are planning on driving long distances. Local companies usually don’t have the support services of larger companies in case of breakdowns or other problems.
Ask the car hire company about discounts associated with national organizations, frequent flyer clubs and major credit card companies. These places frequently offer discounts on car rentals.
If you’re employed at a company that rents cars on a regular basis, check to see if they have a negotiated rate. This could save you a great deal if you’re allowed to use their discounted rate.
Check the terms of your car rental reservation. If, for some reason, you can’t make it, will there be a penalty? Also ask if the car will be held if you are delayed and if so, for how long.
Is there a fee for extra drivers? Must all drivers’ names be listed on the contract? Is there an age restriction on drivers?
Are there restrictions on interstate travel? If so, what are they?
Ask if the rental company has offices in places on your itinerary. This will protect you in case of breakdown or other problems.
If you plan on renting a car fro a long one-way trip, ask about drop-off charges. These can be hundreds of dollars and you don’t want any huge surprises.
Get a confirmation number and keep it in your purse or wallet where it is easily accessible.
If you are arranging for an airport rental, be sure to give the car rental service attendant the number of your flight and your expected time of arrival. Ask if your reservation is protected against delayed flights.
Check to be sure the rate that you’re quoted includes airport surcharges, additional drivers’ fees, insurance and gasoline costs, all applicable taxes and drop-off fees.
As the make, model and license number of the car you are renting.
Be sure to specify if you need a certain size of car, two or four doors, or anything else that you may want in the car.
Many rental companies have “yield management” policies. This means that prices go up as car availability goes down. The price you’re quoted is only valid while you’re on the telephone. If you don’t rent now, the price may have gone up when you call back.
If you plan on driving a rental car from the airport to your accommodations, take a shuttle. This can save you a full day’s rental.
Use caution with prepaid gasoline plans. Always top up the tank before returning the car. Car rental companies charge exorbitant prices per gallon.
Before you accept your rental car, check both the interior and exterior for damage. If there is any, be sure it is duly noted by the car rental service consultant. Be sure that you both agree on the damage report and that they are recorded and signed. Ask for a copy.
When making the reservation specify if you want a smoking or non-smoking vehicle.
Always check headlights, tail lights, brake lights, turn signals and oil before leaving the rental car parking lot. Report any defects to the rental car service consultant and make sure they are recorded and properly repaired before accepting the car.
Check and record the mileage before moving your rental car. If there is a discrepancy, report it to the car rental service consultant immediately. Have him go with you to the rental car and make the correction and record it.
Be careful of returning your rental car early. Some companies charge extra for early returns.
Ask about insurance. Is it provided in the terms of your contract? Will your personal car insurance company cover a rental car?
Be sure you understand the terms of your contract. If in doubt, ask.
Before you sign on the dotted line, read the car rental contract thoroughly, including the fine print. Check the charges and if you have a credit due, be sure the car rental service consultant rectifies it while you wait.
If you follow these twenty-five tips, you will have a positive car rental experience. There will be no surprises that might turn your holiday into a stressful situation. Enjoy!
Be smart when you book a hire car, not all companies are transparent. Trust me I know. I’ve tried almost every one of them.
CORTEZ
Car hire: 25 Great Tips for a Positive Car Hire Experience
If you’re planning on hiring a car, there are a few things you should know in order to have a positive car rental experience.
If you’re renting for a week, you need to shop around. Use the yellow pages of your telephone book and call all companies listed to find out where you can get the best deal.
If you are looking at a long term rental, you’ll probably get better rates from local companies, but beware if you are planning on driving long distances. Local companies usually don’t have the support services of larger companies in case of breakdowns or other problems.
Ask the car hire company about discounts associated with national organizations, frequent flyer clubs and major credit card companies. These places frequently offer discounts on car rentals.
If you’re employed at a company that rents cars on a regular basis, check to see if they have a negotiated rate. This could save you a great deal if you’re allowed to use their discounted rate.
Check the terms of your car rental reservation. If, for some reason, you can’t make it, will there be a penalty? Also ask if the car will be held if you are delayed and if so, for how long.
Is there a fee for extra drivers? Must all drivers’ names be listed on the contract? Is there an age restriction on drivers?
Are there restrictions on interstate travel? If so, what are they?
Ask if the rental company has offices in places on your itinerary. This will protect you in case of breakdown or other problems.
If you plan on renting a car fro a long one-way trip, ask about drop-off charges. These can be hundreds of dollars and you don’t want any huge surprises.
Get a confirmation number and keep it in your purse or wallet where it is easily accessible.
If you are arranging for an airport rental, be sure to give the car rental service attendant the number of your flight and your expected time of arrival. Ask if your reservation is protected against delayed flights.
Check to be sure the rate that you’re quoted includes airport surcharges, additional drivers’ fees, insurance and gasoline costs, all applicable taxes and drop-off fees.
As the make, model and license number of the car you are renting.
Be sure to specify if you need a certain size of car, two or four doors, or anything else that you may want in the car.
Many rental companies have “yield management” policies. This means that prices go up as car availability goes down. The price you’re quoted is only valid while you’re on the telephone. If you don’t rent now, the price may have gone up when you call back.
If you plan on driving a rental car from the airport to your accommodations, take a shuttle. This can save you a full day’s rental.
Use caution with prepaid gasoline plans. Always top up the tank before returning the car. Car rental companies charge exorbitant prices per gallon.
Before you accept your rental car, check both the interior and exterior for damage. If there is any, be sure it is duly noted by the car rental service consultant. Be sure that you both agree on the damage report and that they are recorded and signed. Ask for a copy.
When making the reservation specify if you want a smoking or non-smoking vehicle.
Always check headlights, tail lights, brake lights, turn signals and oil before leaving the rental car parking lot. Report any defects to the rental car service consultant and make sure they are recorded and properly repaired before accepting the car.
Check and record the mileage before moving your rental car. If there is a discrepancy, report it to the car rental service consultant immediately. Have him go with you to the rental car and make the correction and record it.
Be careful of returning your rental car early. Some companies charge extra for early returns.
Ask about insurance. Is it provided in the terms of your contract? Will your personal car insurance company cover a rental car?
Be sure you understand the terms of your contract. If in doubt, ask.
Before you sign on the dotted line, read the car rental contract thoroughly, including the fine print. Check the charges and if you have a credit due, be sure the car rental service consultant rectifies it while you wait.
If you follow these twenty-five tips, you will have a positive car rental experience. There will be no surprises that might turn your holiday into a stressful situation. Enjoy!
Be smart when you book a hire car, not all companies are transparent. Trust me I know. I’ve tried almost every one of them.
CORTEZ
Oct
27
Filed Under (Buying & Selling) by car
La La asked:
I am wanting to buy a new car around 20,000, I have thought about a Honda Civic and a Toyota Carolla, which is better? and are there any other cars that are similar that are good cars. I have been told both of these are really good cars.
CHONG
I am wanting to buy a new car around 20,000, I have thought about a Honda Civic and a Toyota Carolla, which is better? and are there any other cars that are similar that are good cars. I have been told both of these are really good cars.
CHONG
Oct
27
Todd M asked:
I just bought a newer used car from 2005 at the toyota dealer and I got the loan through them. I bought the car for $12,800 total with taxes and I put $2,000 dollars down when I bought it. So now I owe about $11,000 on it. I would like to sell it to a friend for $12,000 and make back about a $1,000 on it. This way I’ll only end up loosing the $800. He doesn’t have enough money so he would have to take out a loan from somewhere himself, but I think he has good credit.
I just bought a newer used car from 2005 at the toyota dealer and I got the loan through them. I bought the car for $12,800 total with taxes and I put $2,000 dollars down when I bought it. So now I owe about $11,000 on it. I would like to sell it to a friend for $12,000 and make back about a $1,000 on it. This way I’ll only end up loosing the $800. He doesn’t have enough money so he would have to take out a loan from somewhere himself, but I think he has good credit.
Anyway, the problem is that I don’t have the title since the car isn’t paid off yet and I owe the dealer money, not a bank, since the loan was taken out through them. What are the steps I have to take to sell this car to my friend who is also short on cash himself, but still has good credit?
Also, how hard would it be to sell this car to a stranger if my friend decides to back out of it since I don’t have the title?
What about selling it to CarMAX? I heard that they take care of all the financial mumbojumbo for you.
FOREST
Oct
26
Filed Under (Loans) by car
anonymous asked:
Last weekend I was out looking to buy a new car - a Holden Calais 60th anniversary edition in fact. I had been to a few dealerships and finally made a decision to buy. The salesman asked whether I had pre-arranged a new car loan. I hadn’t done so and as a result I was ushered into the office and bombarded with a whole heap of numbers relating to a proposed new car loan. What I couldn’t understand was how instead of telling me an interest rate the dealer focused on the monthly installment and making sure I was happy with that. He juggled around with the residual value so that the new car loan amount was reduced when I indicated that I would struggle with the new car loan payments he first calculated. It’s funny how when you are considering a new car loan all you want is..to take delivery!! You don’t often take the time to run the numbers and actually establish just what interest you are paying. I decided to contact my mortgage broker - he had looked after me when I had recently applied for a cheap home loan and at the time had said he could also help with a new car loan if I was ever in the market. I am always astounded at the level of knowledge of my mortgage broker. He has his finger on the pulse - not just with mortgage finance but also with new car finance. He knows who is in the market, what their terms and conditions are, who is offering the best rate… why a new car loan with Lender A might be better than a new car loan with Lender B even though the monthly installment due with Lender B is lower than the new car loan repayment with Lender A. What really surprised me was threat my mortgage broker was also able to source me the identical car at a lower price. It seems that some mortgage brokers and lease brokers have arrangements in place with car dealerships whereby they can get the car cheaper. This is apparently because car dealerships often have a bonus structure operating and if a certain volume of cars are sold within a month then the bonus kicks in from the manufacturer. If say a car dealer needs to sell 30 cars in the month and coming in to the end of that month he is sitting at 28 cars then the bonus amount he will lose if he does not reach his volume target will be significantly higher than the amount by which he could discount the sale price to you. This guy is not worrying about the new car loan he just wants to ensure the target is reached. He’ll worry about the new car loan once he has secured the deal with you. As a random buyer you are not aware of these statistics but where a mortgage broker or lease broker deals with new car finance they will often know where the car dealership’s sales are at and whether the timing might be right to negotiate a good deal. I ended up a very happy chappie because I obtained a new car at a lower price with a new car loan that really suited me well.
Last weekend I was out looking to buy a new car - a Holden Calais 60th anniversary edition in fact. I had been to a few dealerships and finally made a decision to buy. The salesman asked whether I had pre-arranged a new car loan. I hadn’t done so and as a result I was ushered into the office and bombarded with a whole heap of numbers relating to a proposed new car loan. What I couldn’t understand was how instead of telling me an interest rate the dealer focused on the monthly installment and making sure I was happy with that. He juggled around with the residual value so that the new car loan amount was reduced when I indicated that I would struggle with the new car loan payments he first calculated. It’s funny how when you are considering a new car loan all you want is..to take delivery!! You don’t often take the time to run the numbers and actually establish just what interest you are paying. I decided to contact my mortgage broker - he had looked after me when I had recently applied for a cheap home loan and at the time had said he could also help with a new car loan if I was ever in the market. I am always astounded at the level of knowledge of my mortgage broker. He has his finger on the pulse - not just with mortgage finance but also with new car finance. He knows who is in the market, what their terms and conditions are, who is offering the best rate… why a new car loan with Lender A might be better than a new car loan with Lender B even though the monthly installment due with Lender B is lower than the new car loan repayment with Lender A. What really surprised me was threat my mortgage broker was also able to source me the identical car at a lower price. It seems that some mortgage brokers and lease brokers have arrangements in place with car dealerships whereby they can get the car cheaper. This is apparently because car dealerships often have a bonus structure operating and if a certain volume of cars are sold within a month then the bonus kicks in from the manufacturer. If say a car dealer needs to sell 30 cars in the month and coming in to the end of that month he is sitting at 28 cars then the bonus amount he will lose if he does not reach his volume target will be significantly higher than the amount by which he could discount the sale price to you. This guy is not worrying about the new car loan he just wants to ensure the target is reached. He’ll worry about the new car loan once he has secured the deal with you. As a random buyer you are not aware of these statistics but where a mortgage broker or lease broker deals with new car finance they will often know where the car dealership’s sales are at and whether the timing might be right to negotiate a good deal. I ended up a very happy chappie because I obtained a new car at a lower price with a new car loan that really suited me well.
DARNELL
Last weekend I was out looking to buy a new car - a Holden Calais 60th anniversary edition in fact. I had been to a few dealerships and finally made a decision to buy. The salesman asked whether I had pre-arranged a new car loan. I hadn’t done so and as a result I was ushered into the office and bombarded with a whole heap of numbers relating to a proposed new car loan. What I couldn’t understand was how instead of telling me an interest rate the dealer focused on the monthly installment and making sure I was happy with that. He juggled around with the residual value so that the new car loan amount was reduced when I indicated that I would struggle with the new car loan payments he first calculated. It’s funny how when you are considering a new car loan all you want is..to take delivery!! You don’t often take the time to run the numbers and actually establish just what interest you are paying. I decided to contact my mortgage broker - he had looked after me when I had recently applied for a cheap home loan and at the time had said he could also help with a new car loan if I was ever in the market. I am always astounded at the level of knowledge of my mortgage broker. He has his finger on the pulse - not just with mortgage finance but also with new car finance. He knows who is in the market, what their terms and conditions are, who is offering the best rate… why a new car loan with Lender A might be better than a new car loan with Lender B even though the monthly installment due with Lender B is lower than the new car loan repayment with Lender A. What really surprised me was threat my mortgage broker was also able to source me the identical car at a lower price. It seems that some mortgage brokers and lease brokers have arrangements in place with car dealerships whereby they can get the car cheaper. This is apparently because car dealerships often have a bonus structure operating and if a certain volume of cars are sold within a month then the bonus kicks in from the manufacturer. If say a car dealer needs to sell 30 cars in the month and coming in to the end of that month he is sitting at 28 cars then the bonus amount he will lose if he does not reach his volume target will be significantly higher than the amount by which he could discount the sale price to you. This guy is not worrying about the new car loan he just wants to ensure the target is reached. He’ll worry about the new car loan once he has secured the deal with you. As a random buyer you are not aware of these statistics but where a mortgage broker or lease broker deals with new car finance they will often know where the car dealership’s sales are at and whether the timing might be right to negotiate a good deal. I ended up a very happy chappie because I obtained a new car at a lower price with a new car loan that really suited me well.
Last weekend I was out looking to buy a new car - a Holden Calais 60th anniversary edition in fact. I had been to a few dealerships and finally made a decision to buy. The salesman asked whether I had pre-arranged a new car loan. I hadn’t done so and as a result I was ushered into the office and bombarded with a whole heap of numbers relating to a proposed new car loan. What I couldn’t understand was how instead of telling me an interest rate the dealer focused on the monthly installment and making sure I was happy with that. He juggled around with the residual value so that the new car loan amount was reduced when I indicated that I would struggle with the new car loan payments he first calculated. It’s funny how when you are considering a new car loan all you want is..to take delivery!! You don’t often take the time to run the numbers and actually establish just what interest you are paying. I decided to contact my mortgage broker - he had looked after me when I had recently applied for a cheap home loan and at the time had said he could also help with a new car loan if I was ever in the market. I am always astounded at the level of knowledge of my mortgage broker. He has his finger on the pulse - not just with mortgage finance but also with new car finance. He knows who is in the market, what their terms and conditions are, who is offering the best rate… why a new car loan with Lender A might be better than a new car loan with Lender B even though the monthly installment due with Lender B is lower than the new car loan repayment with Lender A. What really surprised me was threat my mortgage broker was also able to source me the identical car at a lower price. It seems that some mortgage brokers and lease brokers have arrangements in place with car dealerships whereby they can get the car cheaper. This is apparently because car dealerships often have a bonus structure operating and if a certain volume of cars are sold within a month then the bonus kicks in from the manufacturer. If say a car dealer needs to sell 30 cars in the month and coming in to the end of that month he is sitting at 28 cars then the bonus amount he will lose if he does not reach his volume target will be significantly higher than the amount by which he could discount the sale price to you. This guy is not worrying about the new car loan he just wants to ensure the target is reached. He’ll worry about the new car loan once he has secured the deal with you. As a random buyer you are not aware of these statistics but where a mortgage broker or lease broker deals with new car finance they will often know where the car dealership’s sales are at and whether the timing might be right to negotiate a good deal. I ended up a very happy chappie because I obtained a new car at a lower price with a new car loan that really suited me well.
DARNELL
Oct
26
Filed Under (Entertainment) by car
EtherRealm asked:
This short is a discussion of the absence of the “flying car” and the hypothetical question posed asking “what would you do to get a flying car?” Funny dialogue between characters leads up to a hilarious punch-line which ties it all together in a Kevin Smith trademark style.
CARLTON
Oct
25
Filed Under (Cars) by car
carazoo.com asked:
Car auctions are houses that deal into selling of used cars purely based on bidding. These houses have a huge variety of cars from various sources comprising bank repos, private owners, car dealers, and car mechanics, offering great bargains for savvy car consumers.
Every month, nearly about 1000s of cars become government’s property through foreclosure law. These laws are implemented on foreclosed cars, cars that are confiscated by banks or finance institutes in case the car owner fails to pay the installment. Unfortunately, there are many who fail to pay the EMI (Easy Monthly Installments) of the car purchased due to some or the other reason including loss of employment and economic recession. So, these houses gather a variety of used car models in an assortment of colours and variants. This huge number of cars at the auctions compels the government to sell off the car at cheap prices and recover the debt.
Infact, during this era of inflation, it is one of the best ways to get cheap and affordable cars. Car consumers may have to sacrifice on the make, model, and colour options, but in a massive collection of cars, they definitely get the car of their choice. Even a good, well-conditioned and new car, a car that is one or two months old, can be purchased at comparatively cheap prices form the auction.
All the auctions are organized by government agencies, banks, and lending organizations that don’t sell off the car because of profit margins but to recover the debt and get rid of property as soon as possible. These organizations feel that auctioning a car is a better option than letting the car fall into a waste and unmovable piece. That’s the reason why cheap deals are attractive and impressive at car auctions.
The best part of these auctions is that the cars are sold at a price people want. The entire process undergoes a legal procedure where in the auctioneer states a price and after that the process of bidding starts. An individual, who states the highest bid, gets the car at the price quoted by him.
Car auctions are divided into categories and are mainly classified into three types:
Police Auctions or Government Auctions: These are the most common types of car auctions that have been around for years. Many of the cars and other automobiles have been seized by the police department or government agency when the vehicle owner is able to pay its monthly installment. The same vehicles are offered to prospective car buyers at sale prices.
Online Car Auctions: The advent of internet and advanced technology paved way for online car auctions. Today, there are many car auction website on the net where nearly about one car is sold off on the highest bid every one minute. Within the comfort of home or office, car consumers can win a car auction at their desired price.
Public Car Auctions: These are considered to be good and profitable bargains. The complete information about these auctions is often advertised on television and newspaper so that the common man can have a chance to get a cheap car at his desired price tag.
CARLO
Car auctions are houses that deal into selling of used cars purely based on bidding. These houses have a huge variety of cars from various sources comprising bank repos, private owners, car dealers, and car mechanics, offering great bargains for savvy car consumers.
Every month, nearly about 1000s of cars become government’s property through foreclosure law. These laws are implemented on foreclosed cars, cars that are confiscated by banks or finance institutes in case the car owner fails to pay the installment. Unfortunately, there are many who fail to pay the EMI (Easy Monthly Installments) of the car purchased due to some or the other reason including loss of employment and economic recession. So, these houses gather a variety of used car models in an assortment of colours and variants. This huge number of cars at the auctions compels the government to sell off the car at cheap prices and recover the debt.
Infact, during this era of inflation, it is one of the best ways to get cheap and affordable cars. Car consumers may have to sacrifice on the make, model, and colour options, but in a massive collection of cars, they definitely get the car of their choice. Even a good, well-conditioned and new car, a car that is one or two months old, can be purchased at comparatively cheap prices form the auction.
All the auctions are organized by government agencies, banks, and lending organizations that don’t sell off the car because of profit margins but to recover the debt and get rid of property as soon as possible. These organizations feel that auctioning a car is a better option than letting the car fall into a waste and unmovable piece. That’s the reason why cheap deals are attractive and impressive at car auctions.
The best part of these auctions is that the cars are sold at a price people want. The entire process undergoes a legal procedure where in the auctioneer states a price and after that the process of bidding starts. An individual, who states the highest bid, gets the car at the price quoted by him.
Car auctions are divided into categories and are mainly classified into three types:
Police Auctions or Government Auctions: These are the most common types of car auctions that have been around for years. Many of the cars and other automobiles have been seized by the police department or government agency when the vehicle owner is able to pay its monthly installment. The same vehicles are offered to prospective car buyers at sale prices.
Online Car Auctions: The advent of internet and advanced technology paved way for online car auctions. Today, there are many car auction website on the net where nearly about one car is sold off on the highest bid every one minute. Within the comfort of home or office, car consumers can win a car auction at their desired price.
Public Car Auctions: These are considered to be good and profitable bargains. The complete information about these auctions is often advertised on television and newspaper so that the common man can have a chance to get a cheap car at his desired price tag.
CARLO
Oct
24
Filed Under (Newborn & Baby) by car
Jessica asked:
My son weighs 19 lbs and I’m realizing that I’m going to have to buy a new car seat. Is the weight limit usually 25 on the infant car seats? Which one did you buy?
ALEXANDER
My son weighs 19 lbs and I’m realizing that I’m going to have to buy a new car seat. Is the weight limit usually 25 on the infant car seats? Which one did you buy?
ALEXANDER
Oct
22
Filed Under (Buying & Selling) by car
Sixpacks L asked:
is it necessary a sport car? or a convertible? why do people want a weekend car different from a everyday car?
is it necessary a sport car? or a convertible? why do people want a weekend car different from a everyday car?
if they like the car, why not drive it all the time?
CARY
