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You probably know which accessories are important to you in a car. But when you get to the dealership, you may discover some you never knew existed. Such options can greatly inflate the price of your car. Don’t let dealers rip you off this way. By avoiding the options scam, you’ll save plenty the next time you buy a new car.
The list of available options may seem overwhelming. You can choose air bags, air-conditioning, antilock brakes, antitheft packages, colors and finishers, cruise control, power features (locks, windows, doors, mirrors, seats), roof racks, sound systems, wheels, and window tinting to name few.
The main thing to consider your needs and decide which options are most useful to you. If you plan to eventually resell the car, you also may want to consider those that help your resale value.
Some options come as standard equipment on certain vehicles, and others come bundled together in packages. Option packages are often used as sales promotions and can save you money. But watch out for things like window etching and extended warranties that may be slipped in by dealer as though they’re not options at all. These are often their money makers.
To check out vehicle options, browse through publications like Road & Track, Car and Driver, Motor Trend or their Web sites for reviews. Manufacturers’ Web sites also offer information on factory options and how much they cost. Try www.automobiles.honda.com, www.toyota.com, and www.daimlerchrysler.com to see what they offer.
Once you decide on your options, add them up to see how much they will add to the basic cost of the car. You will then be prepared when you approach the dealership, and you’ll have a better chance of driving away with the options you want.
All the best,
Timben
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