BOOKMARK THIS PAGE (CONTROL-D) Windows (COMMAND-D) Mac SHARE ANSWER COMMANDER Copy this page's url http://www.AnswerCommander.com/Pages/AnswerCommander-Cars.shtml Then, simply send it to everyone you think would be interested. --- CARS --- Buying General: ...What is the best way to save money when buying a car? One of the best ways to save money when buying a car-especially a newer car is to buy the car 2-3 years old. ...How come I am able to save a great amount of money buying a car 2-3 years old rather than a brand new car? Because the person who bought the car new will take the initial depreciation hit during the first 2 or so years of ownership. Buying New: ...I'm looking to buy a new car. Is there a website that has lots and lots of car manufacturers all on one webpage? Yes, there is. LinksThatMatter.com/Pages/LinksToCarManufacturers.shtml ...What 1 thing should I always do when buying a new car from a car dealer that could save me a lot of money? After being given the price for the car, always ask the salesperson..."Is that the absolute best they could do?". I promise you, in more times than you could imagine, you will be amazed at the answer. ...What is 1 thing I should always tell the car salesman just after I sign the contract to purchase a new car? Do not place a sticker (representing your dealership) on the back of my new car. ...What is 1 thing I should always do once I take possession of a new car? Replace the car's jack. Go out and purchase a "real" jack from Sears.com, Costco.com, BJs.com, NapaOnline.com, Autozone.com, PepBoys.com, AdvanceAutoParts.com, Carquest.com, etc. Buying Used: ...What are 2 ways to determine what I should pay for a used car? KBB.com Look the car up in the completed listings on ebay.com ...When trying to determine the price I should pay for the car, what is 1 thing I must absolutely be careful about? The one thing you must be absolutely careful about when you're trying to determine the price you should pay for the car is that you compare apples to apples. ...What should I always be careful of when trying to determine the price I should pay for the car when using ebay's completed listings? The one thing you must be very careful about when using ebay's completed listings for determining a price you should pay for the car is that you look at cars that sold within a close proximity of your home. ...When using ebay's completed listings for determining the price I should pay for the car, why can't I use prices for cars that sold anywhere in the U.S. rather than just a close proximity from my home? Prices for cars that have sold on ebay's completed listings will vary-sometimes dramatically, from one part of the country to another. ...What 1 thing should I always do when buying a used car from the car owner that could save me a lot of money? After being given the price for the car, always ask the seller..."Is that the absolute best they could do?". I promise you, in more times than you could imagine, you will be amazed at the answer. ...What is 1 thing I should always tell the car salesman just after I sign the contract to purchase a pre-owned car? Do not place a sticker (representing your dealership) on the back of my new pre-owned car. ...What is 1 thing I should always do before I buy the pre-owned car I am interested in buying? Purchase a Car Fax. ...What is 1 thing I should always do once I take possession of a new, used car? Replace the car's jack. Go out and purchase a "real" jack from Sears.com, Costco.com, BJs.com, NapaOnline.com, Autozone.com, PepBoys.com, AdvanceAutoParts.com, Carquest.com, etc. ...What are 7 things I must really consider when I am thinking about buying a used car miles away from home? The 7 things you must really consider when you're thinking about buying a car miles away from home are... NOTE: None of the 7 things listed below have been listed in any specific order. 1.) The cost to transport the car to your home. 2.) Whether you will be driving the car home or, whether you'll have a trucking company pick the car up and deliver it to your home. 3.) If you decide to drive the car home, the potential problems that occur during the ride home. i.e. breakdowns. 4.) If you decide to drive the car home, the length of time it will take you to drive the car home. 5.) If you decide to drive the car home, the time of year. In other words, what will the weather conditions be? 6.) The protection-recourse you will have buying the car so far away from home. 7.) How can you have the car checked out prior to buying the car? ...What is the best way to save money when buying a used car? One of the best ways to save money when buying a car-especially a newer, used car, is to buy the car 2-3 years old. ...How come I am able to save a great amount of money buying a car 2-3 years old rather than a brand new car? Because the person who bought the car new will take the initial depreciation hit during the first 2 or so years of ownership. Extended Warranty: ...Should I purchase an extended warranty for my new or used car? This question can only be answered once you have the answers to all 8 questions listed below... 1.) What is the price you are paying for the car? 2.) How long is the warranty from the manufacturer of the car? 3.) How long do you plan on keeping the car? 4.) What is the cost of the extended warranty? 5.) How long does the extended warranty go past the warranty of the manufacturer? 6.) What "exactlty" does the extended warranty cover? 7.) Does the extended warranty have a deductible? If yes, how much is the deductible? 8.) Does the extended warranty have a service fee? If yes, how much is the service fee? Now that you have the answers to all 8 questions listed above, you should be able to answer your question. General: ...Where can I find lots and lots of car manufacturers all on one webpage? LlinksThatMatter.com/Pages/LinksToCarManufacturers.shtml ...What is 1 thing I should always keep in my car that will absolutely, positively come in handy someday? Now don't laugh, a roll of toilet paper. After all, you never know when you have to go. :-) ...When travelling with a car-especially long distances, what 8 things should I always do before leaving for my trip? The 8 things you should always do when travelling with your car-especially long distances are... 1.) Be sure you check the level of your car's oil. 2.) Be sure you check the level of your car's brake fluid. 3.) Be sure you check the level of your car's antifreeze. 4.) Be sure you check the level of your car's power steering fluid. 5.) If your car is automatic, be sure you check the level of your car's automatic transmission fluid. 6.) Be sure you check the level of your car's windshield washer fluid. 7.) Be sure you check your car's belts for wear and tear as well as proper tension. 8.) Be sure you check all your car's lights. ...What are 8 things I should check on my car at least once every month? The 8 things you should check on your car at least once every month are... 1.) Be sure you check the level of your car's oil. 2.) Be sure you check the level of your car's brake fluid. 3.) Be sure you check the level of your car's antifreeze. 4.) Be sure you check the level of your car's power steering fluid. 5.) If your car is automatic, be sure you check the level of your car's automatic transmission fluid. 6.) Be sure you check the level of your car's windshield washer fluid. 7.) Be sure you check your car's belts for wear and tear as well as proper tension. 8.) Be sure you check all your car's lights. ...When travelling in my car during the winter, other than an ice scraper, a snow brush and perhaps a portable snow shovel, what should I always have in my car? A large candle. ...When travelling in my car during the winter, why should I keep a candle in my car? If you are ever stranded for a period of time and your car will not run, you could use the candle as a heat source. ...What 1 thing should I never place on my car? Political bumper stickers. ...Why should I never place political bumper stickers on my car? You never know how passerbys feel about the person you are promoting. What happens if the passerby has strong resentment towards the person you are promoting? Nowadays, it could mean trouble. Or at the very least, some harsh words. ...What are all the things I should always keep in my car, especially for emergencies? NOTE: None of the things listed below have been listed in any specific order. fire extinguisher cell phone charger jumper cables socket and open wrench set 1 roll duct tape 1 roll electrical tape an extra set of headlight bulbs 2 sets screw drivers 1 large, 1 small 2 adjustable wrenches 1 large, 1 small some rags some safety flares or safety triangles an after market (good quality) floor jack an after market (good quality) lug wrench 2 pairs long nose pliers 1 large, 1 small 1 pair lineman's pliers 1 pair channel lock pliers 2 pairs of vise grips 1 large, 1 small 1 small bottle of fast orange wire brush hammer flashlight air pressure gauge for your tires portable battery starter/charger 1 quart oil 1 quart automatic transmission fluid *Obviously only if your car is automatic. 1 gallon anti freeze 1 gallon water 1 quart power steering fluid 1 quart brake fluid 1 gallon windshield washer fluid 1 pint Rainx Rainx.com/Products/Windshield_Treatment/Original.aspx *If winter time, an ice scraper, a snow brush and perhaps a portable snow shovel. Ownership: ...What is 1 tool you really should have when I own a car? One tool you really should have when you own a car is a good quality, 12 volt battery charger. I promise you, you'll thank me later for the couple of hundred dollar investment. Parking: ...Why should I never park my car on grass for extended periods of time? Grass holds moisture. Your car will wick the moisture from the grass and form rust on it's metal parts. NOTE: This could cause quite a problem if your spark plugs rust and you break them off in your engine block. ...What is a great way to protect your car when parking and/or driving in a busy area? A great way to protect your car when parking and/or driving in a busy area is to use bumper bully. Protection: ...What is a great way to protect your car when parking and/or driving in a busy area? A great way to protect your car when parking and/or driving in a busy area is to use bumper bully. Repair: ...What should I always ask the mechanic when the mechanic gives me the price to repair my car? You should always ask the mechanic will he be using OEM (original equipment manufactured) parts. ...What should I always do before I pay the mechanic for the repair to my car? Always ask the mechanic to see the parts he replaced. ...What are the 5 ways I could save money when having my car repaired by my mechanic? 1.) Ask your mechanic if there are other manufacturers who make the parts rather than OEM. 2.) Ask your mechanic if there are used parts available. 3.) Offer to pay your mechanic for the work in cash. 4.) If it's a local mechanic, see if you could barter your services for the work. 5.) Place an ad on CraigsList looking for a car mechanic that works on your type of car. Then, interview the responders. ...What 3 things should I always look for when deciding on an auto mechanic? 1.) A diploma from a trade school. 2.) Certificates for the completion of advanced training courses. *You want to be sure the mechanic in question has recent certificates especially for your type of car. 3.) Certification by ASE ASE.com Selling Used: ...How can I sell my car quickly? Offer a warranty on your car. ...What are the 2 ways to determine an asking price for my car? To determine an asking price for your car, try the following... Look your car up on Kelly Blue Book. KBB.com Look your car up in the completed listings on ebay.com ...When trying to determine an asking price for my car, what is 1 thing I must absolutely be careful about? The one thing you must be absolutely careful about when you're trying to determine an asking price for your car is that you compare apples to apples. ...What should I always be careful of when trying to determine an asking price for my car when using ebay's completed listings? The one thing you must be very careful about when using ebay's completed listings for determining an asking price for your car is that you look at cars that sold within a close proximity of your home. ...When using ebay's completed listings for determining an asking price for my car, why can't I use prices for cars that sold anywhere in the U.S. rather than just a close proximity from my home? Prices for cars that have sold on ebay's completed listings will vary-sometimes dramatically, from one part of the country to another. ...I do not like people trying to negotiate with me when trying to sell my car. What could I say in my ad that will save me a considerable amount of aggravation and deter these types of people from contacting me? You could place the phrase "non-negotiable" or the word "firm" next to the price in your ad. NOTE: Be prepared however, you still may get a few to try and lower your price. ...What is 1 thing I should never leave out of the ad/post for the car I am selling? One thing you should never leave out of the ad for the car you are selling is the price. ...Why should I never leave out the price in the ad/post for the car I am selling? People tend to assume. If you leave the price out of your ad/post, many people will assume the reason why you did was because the price you are asking for your car is too high and simply blow passed your ad. VIN Number: ...Where can I find the vin number for my car? There are 4 places you could easily find the vin number for your car. Two of the places are on the car itself. 1.) On the dashboard on the driver's side. Look down onto the dashboard while you are looking into the windshield from the driver's side. 2.) On the frame on the inside of the driver's door. 3.) On the title. 4.) On your insurance card. |
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