Purchasing a car

Buying a car is big financial decision.  There are many resources on the internet that can help you make the decision.  We think you should also incorporate the costs of insurance and gas in any car purchase, especially as it relates to a new vs. used car.  Read our general information below and then go on to our specialized web sites

Buying a new vs. used car - the basic decision

Benefits of new car vs. used:

• More reliable and less time spent at the shop

• More fun to drive and that great new car smell

• Nicer with new features, better engines, etc.

• Don't have to worry about who owned it and if they really took care of it.

• Much better deals on financing since new cars usually have incentives.

Benefits of used car:

• Much cheaper than new, especially if less than three years old.

• Lower insurance costs

• Might be able to get into a nicer model used car since it's cheaper

• You won't be so upset if its gets scratched or hit at the local supermarket

Regardless of how you decide, you should always try and get the best deal on your purchase.  Below are links to our pages about used cars and buying on eBay.

How to get the best deal on a used car

Tips on buying a used car on eBay