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After the test drive, leave the lot even though the salesman insists he can get you a great deal "if you buy today." (Photo by Scott Jacobs)
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Buying Tips
10 Steps to Finding the Right Car for You
Step 9: After the test drive.
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor Email
After the test drive, you should leave the car lot. Why? Because you will probably
need to drive other types of cars at other dealerships. It's a good idea to do
all of your test driving in one morning or afternoon. Driving the cars back to
back will help you uncover even minor differences, which will lead to a more educated
purchase decision.
So, how do you get out of the clutches of the salesperson? Generally, Internet
salespeople are pretty mellow and won't pressure you to buy on the spot. Besides,
you can remind them you still have other cars to drive and you can't make a decision
yet. Most good salespeople will respect that. If they don't, you probably won't
be coming back to make a deal with them anyway.
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