Can you haggle on new car prices?

Print out the model and options cost break out from the http://www.edmunds.com/ website. It shows you the "manufacturer's invoice cost". Use that as a negotiation cost reference point to start your discussion with the dealer with. Most US manufacturers including Toyota will sell you the new car at the manufacturer's invoice price or lower, unless it's some kind of a specialized high demand one of a kind type car model etc. The dealer actually pays less than that cost because he gets "hold back" credits from the manufacturer that might be several hundred dollars per vehicle. Of course the salesman and dealership have to split a sales commission, and you have to pay transportation and sales taxes to get the "out the door" price. Also, they'll probably try to tack on "advertising costs" which you should try to avoid. Don't say you have a trade in to start with if you do. First negotiate the very best price at the best dealer with no tradein. Then, once you have the total "out the door" price based on the manufacturer's invoice cost reference point or below, ask them how much less than that price it would be if you traded in your present car rather than sold it privately to someone. You'll find that they won't give you much for your tradein once you've already negotiated a rock bottom new car price.

Finally, when you pick the car up, don't fall for the after sales imtimidation to get you to buy extended warranties, or paint/fabric protector or other add-ons they try to pile on to make more money off you. Take my advice and say "no thank you".

That's not possible and it also depends on the dealership. They've already set the minimum amount they would let a car go for before you even walk in the door. Even though it might seem like they're dropping the price down for your sake it wont really matter because no matter what you're still going to over pay for the car. The idea is to make you think you're getting what you want. I'm not telling you to not buy from a dealership. I wouldn't generalize salesmen since they don't necessarily make income the same way as each other so their tactics for selling a car will be different from each other.

Most definitely. My advice to you. This may seem sexist but take a male friend with you when buying a car.I just helped my mom buy a car recently and I noticed the salesman talked to me instead of her. Even though she was buying the car. It would be a plus if your friend is car savvy or better yet a mechanic. Also consider program cars. You may get all the options you want for a lot cheaper price. Remember as soon as you drive a new car off the lot it depreciates 30%. Here is a website with a few hints to help. http://www.carfinderservice.com/articles/dealershi... Good luck and do some research.

Sure, you can haggle, but you might find it easier to buy your next car online. You can find the dealer cost for car online or from Consumer Reports, and ask dealers for quotes. You can see who is offering the best deal, without all the emotional investment. Go out and take some test drives. You may also find that you actually like some salesmen and dealers better than others. Decide which car you'd like to buy, then let your fingers to the walking and talking. Good luck.

A great place to start is www.edmunds.com. You can see actual prices and have a good idea what you can get the car for before you go to the dealer. Just remember to be firm. They need to sell the car more than you need to buy it. I usually negotiate and when we get close and they won't come down anymore, I get up to leave. Unless I have made an offer they simply cannot do, they stop me from leaving.

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Being on a level playing field when entering a dealership is what car buying is all about, most consumers enter not having done proper homework.

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You will also find lots of info on tricks of the trade.

if you know the model you want just go to www.carsdirect.com you can do the whole deal online with no hassle and there is no obligation until you drive away in the car. Worst case you can figure out the best price before shopping.

it always work to say that you've been looking at other types of cars/ car dealer and that they offered you a great price for so and so but make sure you do your research so the price is just right and especially like if they offer better warranties than whatever car dealer you plan to go to they often lower the price.

it all depends on the car make. most japanese models, and american models will sell for a little over cost ( i suggest 500.00) fair for both, unless it's a special car. german highline cars on the other hand like bmw and mercedes, don't expect to pay near cost, typical profit margin is 2000-2500 on the everyday 3 and c cars. Maybe a little less if they have good stock.