Car Buying Mistakes: Don't Get These Wrong

Are you worried about making car buying mistakes? We break down the top 9 car shopping tips so you know exactly how to buy a car with confidence. Click to see more! Run a VIN check or license plate search to uncover maintenance history, open recalls, and title statuses before you buy at http://bumper.com/edmunds More Edmunds Tips & Advice Videos –    • Tips & Advice   Appraisal Tool – https://www.edmunds.com/appraisal/?ut... Car Listings – https://www.edmunds.com/new-cars-for-... Ratings and Reviews – https://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/?... 00:00 Intro 00:46 Not Doing Research 02:10 Checking Only One Dealer 02:57 Ignoring The Internet Department 03:49 Not Taking a Thorough Test Drive 05:30 Focusing Only On Monthly Payments 06:28 Accepting Trade-In Without Appraisal 07:40 Not Talking To Your Insurance or Bank 08:33 Underestimating F&I 09:16 Buying Under Pressure 10:30 Edmunds' Take We get it, whether you are looking for a new car or a used car, there can be a lot of uncertainty and questions when figuring out how to buy a car. That's why we are walking you through the top nine car-buying mistakes you absolutely need to avoid so you know you are making the best financial decision. It starts before you even set foot on the lot. We give you essential car shopping advice, starting with mistake number one: not doing your research to find the right model, trim, and a fair price. Next, don't fall into the trap of only checking one dealership or ignoring a dealership's internet department, which can be a great way to handle negotiating with less pressure. And when you finally get behind the wheel, make sure you take a thorough test drive. Bring your daily cargo and drive on roads that reflect your actual commute to ensure the vehicle truly fits your life. Then, it's time to talk money. When setting up your financing, don't just focus on the monthly payment; look at the out-the-door price so you don't end up upside down on a loan. We also share critical car-buying tips regarding your trade-in, why you should talk to your insurance agent and bank beforehand to get a preapproved loan with a locked-in APR, and why you shouldn't underestimate the F&I (finance and insurance) office. Ultimately, our best car shopping advice is simple: Never buy under pressure from a salesperson you don't trust. You can always walk away to ensure you get the right deal. If this kind of video is helpful to you and you want to support us in making more work like this in the future, hitting the like, subscribe, and notification bell buttons goes a long way. Disclaimer: This video's description was generated with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by the Edmunds editorial team. The video itself was created entirely without the use of generative AI. https://www.instagram.com/edmundscars...   / edmunds     / edmunds     / edmunds     / edmundscars   #edmunds