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How does the process of buying a customized new car on the brand's website work?
Interested in buying a brand new car (in the US) for the first time, I went browsing through the websites of car companies to check prices and customization features. In that process, I noticed that ...
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Chances of 23 y/o getting approved for a £10k credit card to buy a car?
So my old car has had its time and I'm looking to buy a 3-4 year old car for around £9-10k. I have personal savings exceeding this amount so buying in cash is an option, however I have recently ...
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Buying a used vehicle from dealer
I have about 12,000 in cash saved up for purchasing a toyota 4runner. I have a vehicle in mind for 22,450 that is as good of a deal as I can possibly find after looking for months off and on. AS far ...
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Is it feasible Buying a Bike when I already own a car
I am already financing a car (Honda Accord- $18k) paying $309/month and insurance $113/month. I am single, my office is near by and I feel that this car is little big for me for now.
I wish to buy a ...
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How much am I saving by waiting a few years to buy a car?
Let's say I'm considering buying a new (used) car for $15k, and could pay in cash. My current car is in working condition, so I could wait a few years before buying a replacement.
My question is: how ...
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Should I purchase a new car or payoff my current car first?
Background
My family is growing and I find my current car (a two-door GTI) inconvenient. I am in the market for a small, used SUV such as a Tiguan, CRV, or Equinox. I will be financing and plan to ...
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Electric car lease or buy?
I know the conventional wisdom for leasing vs. buying, but are the economics of an electric car significantly different than other vehicles?
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Should I buy or lease a car given that its not a super luxury car and I only drive 15 miles/d on avg?
For my first car, I bought a Toyota Camry. 3 years later I sold that car and I am leasing a BMW series 3. My lease will expire early next yr and I am thinking getting the X3/X5, do you recommend ...
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Leased Vehicle Return and Re-purchase
My lease term is coming up in a few months. The car has around 20k miles, whereas the lease was for 36k miles.
I like the car, and I intend to buy it, however the lease end purchase price is a bit ...
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Lease vs buy car with cash?
I was planning to buy a new car for about $18000. I rarely drive and probably drive less than 5000 miles every year, but for various reasons I need a car. I am replacing my current car because it is ...
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Any creative options for purchasing a used vehicle with cash
Ok so we are planning on purchasing a used vehicle for no more then 16k.
We have the cash in hand and so it got me thinking.
What options are there to fully take advantage of this situation?
My ...
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Is there a way to claim a car purchase in the tax return?
I purchased a car for $19K; $6K was paid upfront, and the rest is financed over 3 years. Is there a way I can deduct the car purchase in certain circumstances? This vehicle is primarily used for work. ...
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Buying out my leased car... residual price negotiable?
I am at the end of my lease, and considering buying it out. The residual price is $14000. I offered $12000. The dealer told me he can't negotiate the residual price because the car belongs to the ...
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Are car buying services worth it?
I have to admit, all my car buying experiences have been traumatic. The car salesmen are a nightmare, the dealers are tricky, and prices are less than consistent. Because of this, through the years, I ...
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New or Used Car Advice for Recent College Grad
I am a recent college grad living in Los Angeles with a current salary of $35,000 at one job and an internship at the other. I used to drive a great 93 Honda Accord, but after 365,000 miles (my dad ...
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