Hyundai has one of the best manufacturer’s warranties - covering your car purchase for 10 years or 100,000 miles - which can translate into big savings over time. Be sure to compare the manufacturers' warranties when deciding on what car to purchase, and make note of what is and … [Read more...] about Look for cars with extensive warranties built into the purchase price, like Hyundai’s “10 years or 100,000 miles” guarantee

Keep in mind that like with any purchase, the dealer will initially give you a high price to maximize his profit & you will need to counter low to maximize your savings. As you negotiate towards the middle, be sure to pay attention to the total cost of the warranty and not just … [Read more...] about Negotiate the cost of an extended warranty and be conscious of the total cost – not just the individual payment amounts

Although buying an extended service contract at the same time you buy your car can mean rolling this cost into your monthly car payment (instead of a lump sum), the warranty does not necessarily need to be purchased at this time. You can often buy an extended service plan before … [Read more...] about Shop around for an extended warranty

Some costs are unavoidable, such as taxes, tag and title fees. Others, however, may be extra charges that dealers tack on to increase their bottom lines, such as advertising, administration and sales fees. An extended warranty might even be included, whether or not you requested … [Read more...] about Avoid unnecessary costs – ask for an itemized list of fees before signing on the dotted line for any car purchase

If you are buying from a dealership, visit several and compare prices among them. After you locate the lowest price at one dealership, call another and tell them the best offer you’ve received - and find out if they can beat it. Your business is valuable and if they know you will … [Read more...] about Shop around to find the best price on a new car