| Buying a Car for Dummies Contributor(s): Sclar (Author) |
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ISBN: 0764550918 ISBN-13: 9780764550911 Publisher: For Dummies OUR PRICE: $15.29 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 1998 * Not available - Not in print at this time *Annotation: "All the information necessary to get a fair deal ... comprehensive, clear, and easy to follow." -- Ralph Vartabedian, "Your Wheels" Columnist, Los Angeles Times "[This book] will save some readers money, time, and maybe their sanity. First-time buyers and even seasoned car owners will find helpful hints here." -- Library Journal Make It a Smooth Ride... If the idea of buying a new car is driving you mad, then let this dependable guide steer you in the right direction! Using clear explanations and road-tested advice, renowned consumer advocate Deanna Sclar covers all avenues of buying and owning a car, from negotiating a fair price to finding reliable insurance to saving money on routine servicing. So, park your anxieties -- with Buying A Car For Dummies(R), you're always in the driver's seat! Get the Most Mileage Out of Your Dollar
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Transportation | Automotive - Buyer's Guides - Business & Economics | Personal Finance - General |
| Dewey: 629.222 |
| LCCN: 98-85835 |
| Series: For Dummies |
| Physical Information: 1" H x 7.5" W x 9.2" (1.7 lbs) 408 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Buying a car is never easy. Besides spending a sizeable amount of money on this investment, your liveliness probably relies on this vehicle. You need to know that your car will get you from point A to point B in a timely and safe manner--so buying a lemon is not something you can afford to do. "Buying A Car For Dummies" is for you if you need to find out how to buy, sell, insure, drive, protect, or rent a vehicle. It doesn't matter how old you are (as long as you can legally drive and have a license), this book can make your experience with cars a smooth ride. "Buying A Car For Dummies" can help you save a truckload of money over the life of your vehicle as you find out all you need to know about new and used car ownership in this entertaining and informative reference guide. This dependable book covers all avenues of buying and owning a car, from negotiating a fair price to finding reliable insurance to saving money on routine servicing. You'll stay in the driver& #8217;s seat as you discover how to: Calculate how much you current car really costs you Weigh the pros and cons of buying new or used Get the best trade-in, resale, or donation value for your vehicle Pick out a cherry and avoid lemons--expert advice for buying a reliable used car Determine what features and options you really need in a new car Get the straight scoop on financing or leasing your car Find an insurance policy and company you can trust Protect your automotive assets--from steering wheel locks to full-blown security systems With "Buying A Car For Dummies" as your guide, you can park you fears, frustrations, and anxieties as you discover how to decide between buying or leasing new wheels, how to negotiatewith car dealers, how to foil car thieves and carjackers, how to protect yourself in a breakdown or accident, and how to protect your automotive assets with insurance, warranties, and service contracts. Plus, the book features a list of ten great automotive Web sites for pricing information, ratings, industry news, diagnostic troubleshooting, and more. |