Feb 24 2025 11 mins
#2 After meticulous research and budgeting, I managed to negotiate over 20 percent off the dealer's asking price for my used truck. I’ll walk you through each step, including researching fair vehicle prices, understanding dealership add-ons, leveraging timing, getting pre-approved for financing, and more. You’ll also learn about the benefits of using resources like CarEdge.com and get perspective into how to trade in a vehicle and handle extended warranties. Whether you’re paying cash or financing, these tips can help you negotiate a car purchase like a pro and secure a great deal on your next purchase.
Links mentioned:
- CarEdge, the vehicle one-stop shop: https://caredge.com/
- 20/3/8 Car Buying Rule from The Money Guy: https://moneyguy.com/article/20-3-8-rule/
- 20/4/10 Rule for Car Buying: https://www.capitalone.com/cars/learn/managing-your-money-wisely/what-is-the-20410-rule-for-car-buying/1532
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