The 5 Worst Mistakes You Can Make When Buying a New Car

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Not Researching: Failing to research different car models, prices, features, and reviews can lead to making an uninformed decision.

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Ignoring Your Budget: Not setting a budget or ignoring it during the car-buying process can lead to financial strain.

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Skipping a Test Drive: Not test-driving the car before buying it can result in dissatisfaction with the vehicle's performance.

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Not Shopping Around: Limiting your options to one dealership or not comparing prices and deals from multiple dealerships.

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Focusing Only on Monthly Payments: Getting fixated on monthly payments rather than the total cost of the car.

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Overlooking Hidden Fees: Not being aware of hidden fees such as dealer fees, documentation fees, or add-ons can increase.

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Not Negotiating: Avoiding negotiation or accepting the first offer without trying to negotiate a better price.

Skipping the Inspection: Not inspecting the car thoroughly for any defects, damages, or mechanical issues before purchasing.

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