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In the not too-distant past, car buyers had only one option for buying a vehicle: going from dealer to dealer in a search for the best deal. The Internet has changed all that, opening 2 new options for car buyers.



The "Old" Way

How To: Select a vehicle, drive from dealer to dealer getting price quotes, choose the "best deal" and buy the car.
Advantages: "Hands-on" approach. You can see and drive the vehicles in which you are interested.
Disadvantages: The risk of a cat and mouse game as you try to secure the best price.
Source: Your time and money.

New Option 1

Online Price Quotes

How To: Select a vehicle and secure a free online price quote. Make one trip to the dealer to purchase the car.
Advantages: Can save time and money and, if the price is acceptable, eliminates running from dealer to dealer.
Disadvantages: Although these sources have relationships with dealerships nationwide, the dealer may not be the closest to you.
Sources: InvoiceDealers

New Option 2

Buying a Car Online

How To: Selecting a vehicle and handling the entire transaction online. You receive a verified discount price and can arrange to pick up the vehicle.
Advantages: The whole process is handled from your home or office, meaning that you may never have to even visit (let alone haggle with) a dealer.
Disadvantages: You will need to do your "up-front" work first to verify the make and model you want.
Sources: CarsDirect

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