{"id":1134,"date":"2020-02-07T12:31:02","date_gmt":"2020-02-07T17:31:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/test.carsnoop.com\/2020\/02\/07\/how-do-you-buy-a-new-car-with-no-stress\/"},"modified":"2023-06-05T23:04:43","modified_gmt":"2023-06-05T23:04:43","slug":"how-do-you-buy-a-new-car-with-no-stress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wordpress.carsnoop.com\/how-do-you-buy-a-new-car-with-no-stress\/","title":{"rendered":"Stress-Free New Car Buying."},"content":{"rendered":"
Does the idea of visiting car dealerships when in the market to buy a new car give you stress and anxiety? You’re not alone.<\/em><\/strong> Let’s talk stress-free new car buying.<\/p>\n Buying a new car takes a lot of time. You’ll likely begin your search online for the types of vehicles that interest you to review color and trim packages, pricing and potential rebates and also incentives. Once you’ve narrowed down your must-haves and favorites list, it’s time to hit the lot at the car dealership to see them in real life. You might even find yourself driving the car lot after hours to avoid the salespeople. We feel you.<\/p>\n Typically, you can expect to spend from two to six hours<\/a> at the car dealership to buy a car. What factors impact the amount of time you’re there? We’ll break it down.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n Test drives.<\/strong> Planning to test drive a vehicle(s) of interest? You’ll need to carve out 30 minutes or more for that, plus time to provide required paperwork to the dealer.<\/p>\n Trade in.<\/strong> Are you trading in a vehicle? Do you have the title ready to go? The dealer will review your trade and give you an appraisal of the value of that vehicle.<\/p>\n Price, taxes and fees.<\/strong> You’ll sit across the desk from the salesperson talking through your budget or monthly payment goal. As a result, you’re likely to feel a bit flustered with knowing if you’re getting the best price and deal. You need to know fair market price for the vehicle you desire and also be aware of local sales tax and fees. For example, the state of Indiana<\/a> has 7% sales tax but, if you have a trade, you’ll earn a sales tax credit on that vehicle. Indiana also charges a $1.25 tire tax for four tires and the spare. The dealership collects this fee on behalf of the state. Lastly, dealerships freely determine doc fees.<\/p>\nSkip the car dealership.<\/strong><\/h2>\n