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FAQs

How to win against car dealership? ›

Confidence is the key to a good deal

Research multiple vehicles, know the value of your trade-in and get preapproved for financing before you go to the dealership. You don't need to be a pro. You just need to be firm on how much you're willing to spend and what you really need.

Check Market Price

Checking the market price from an outside source, such as Kelly Blue Book can help you know the fair market value of the car you're considering. Once you know the fair market price, you'll be able to tell if the car you're considering is reasonably priced or not.

Drawing on the databases of most online marketplaces including Craigslist, Autotrader, and CarsDirect, AutoTempest offers the largest online car marketplace, making it our top choice as the best site for comparing used cars.

Dealers also use 4-Squares to trick consumers into focusing on the down payment and monthly payments rather than the price of the vehicle. If you signed a 4-Square containing the price of a vehicle, payments, or other terms, the dealer may have broken the law.

There's no rule to how many miles on a used car is too much, but by attempting to stick to the 12,000 miles per year rule is a great place to start. Find out how old the car is, multiple the number of years by 12,000, and if the number on the odometer is significantly higher than that, some concern might be warranted.

There are more similarities than differences when it comes to buying and selling cars through Carvana or CarMax. In general, you'll likely find a more convenient process when dealing with Carvana and the best price (whether buying or selling) with CarMax.

Private sales: Private buyers and marketplaces offer the highest profit potential but require extra effort for advertising, vetting buyers and paperwork. Dealerships: Traditional car dealerships are ideal for a hassle-free experience but typically make lower offers for vehicles and are less flexible than other buyers.

Used car sales: almost always a money maker

Dealerships will gladly sell you a new car, but it's used vehicles where they often make the most money. Consider where a dealership gets its used-car inventory: either from trade-ins or at a wholesale auction.

What position makes the most money in a car dealership? ›

The average net profit margin for a car dealership is 1–2%. This means that for every $10,000 in sales, the dealership makes $100–$200 in profit.