Buying your first car

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Buying your first car
By Bankrate.com

Driving away in your first car is such a thrill -- one that most people remember fondly forever. Before hooking that shiny new key on your key chain, become a pro at wheeling and dealing with the automobile sales team. You could save enough money to take a road trip!

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Before you shop . . .
	Understanding your credit score, Free credit scores -- soon, Shopping with flawed credit history, Buy new or used?, Matching the car and your needs

Working the finances . . .
	Get answers to these questions first, Take the dealer-financing or arrange your own?, Leasing vs. purchase

Closing the deal . . .
	10 rules for dealing with a car dealer, Deciphering the advertising come-ons, Warranties and service contracts

Calculators . . .
	Should I buy new or used?, How much should I put down?, Compare low interest rate and rebate, Which is better -- a rebate or special dealer financing?

	-- Posted: Aug. 13, 2001

See Also

•	The best auto rate in your neighborhood
•	When buying a used car really makes sense
•	Haggle down car prices like a pro
•	Glossary of auto and leasing terms
•	Pay cash for that new car