How To Buy A Used Car?

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  • @geoffdearth8575
    @geoffdearth8575 6 лет назад +636

    An important thing he mentions is "Don't get married to a particular vehicle". They're like buses: Another one comes along every half hour.

    • @henriettedyer2410
      @henriettedyer2410 5 лет назад +1

      lol

    • @TrevForPresident
      @TrevForPresident 5 лет назад +19

      I waited years for my bus. I wanted a rare manual transmission and wouldn't buy new. Patience paid off for me.

    • @Borghetto.Inc04
      @Borghetto.Inc04 4 года назад +10

      Just like women. 😂😂😂

    • @LamontBoucherville
      @LamontBoucherville 3 года назад

      @_ David _ Nissan leaf

    • @ryankelsey9646
      @ryankelsey9646 3 года назад +5

      Yes. Even if you want a particular model, there's usually plenty out there of them.

  • @del_84
    @del_84 7 лет назад +542

    Think this must be the record for the highest number of questions asked in one call.

    • @brycefountainegolf
      @brycefountainegolf 7 лет назад +163

      there is nothing wrong with milking as much information as possible.

    • @RedToeNails026
      @RedToeNails026 5 лет назад +18

      @@bbbnnnddd Well, she said "One more question" not "One last question". LOL!

    • @BillTheBuilder
      @BillTheBuilder 5 лет назад +23

      I can't believe he did not cut her off earier in the call and end it.

    • @user-eu2me4bp7j
      @user-eu2me4bp7j 4 года назад +6

      "um, just one more question..."

    • @penz6860
      @penz6860 4 года назад +10

      Right! I was just surprised at how patient he was with her. I would like to know what time of day it was, what day of the week it was that she called? Hmm

  • @CarlaQuattlebaum
    @CarlaQuattlebaum 8 месяцев назад +2

    Certified Pre-Owned: I can certify that this car has been owned before. 🤣

  • @wolfpackflt670
    @wolfpackflt670 2 года назад +102

    Scotty Kilmer should make an appearance on these types of calls.
    Caller: I want to buy a used Mercedes.
    Dave: How much is it? Can you afford it?
    Scotty: That car is an endless money pit.

    • @robled230
      @robled230 Год назад +5

      Definitely

    • @dutch4117
      @dutch4117 2 месяца назад +1

      Scotty Ramsay

    • @benjamincaron46
      @benjamincaron46 12 дней назад

      Scotty: RELIABILITY. Dave: Financial Sensibility.
      Dave gives financial advice while appreciating different types of automobiles. Scotty on the other hand shuns every car aside from a couple of Toyota and Lexus models and doesn't think life's worth living.

  • @DanielGarcia-zz9eg
    @DanielGarcia-zz9eg 7 лет назад +88

    walk in like you know what's going on and you not here to waste time. never let you guard down, don't get friendly, act like you don't like the truck

  • @eliot5220
    @eliot5220 7 лет назад +596

    If you're broke you shouldn't even be focused on what kind of car you get, just focus on basic transportation. Everyone is too wrapped up into what kind of car they have when they should be worried about putting some money in the bank.

    • @TheRamseyShow
      @TheRamseyShow  7 лет назад +56

      Duane, Thanks for commenting and watching this video! Don't forget to subscribe! ruclips.net/user/DaveRamseyShow

    • @tayokarate
      @tayokarate 7 лет назад +120

      If u buy some cars because they cheap, u ll end up spending more on troubles later

    • @daveheel
      @daveheel 6 лет назад +44

      not bad advice but not applicable in her case.

    • @timcritchfield
      @timcritchfield 6 лет назад +4

      Sensible Mind u need to be focussed on what type vehicle u need a buy if u need a vehicle esp if U want to buy a used car. U want to buy something that last not just by how many times someone used it because of the brand /model. Because some even though passes inspection but still can break down months after purchase.

    • @janefromthecountry1820
      @janefromthecountry1820 6 лет назад +42

      Our last 3 cars were used Toyota Corolla's ...reliability, and great on gas. We drive them til the wheels fall off. Yup, be humble. We know everyone is buying SuV's and large trucks, but we are content with used 4 door sedans. That way we can put money in 401k and our savings.

  • @robitaill3
    @robitaill3 4 года назад +95

    "certified" pre-owned is just an excuse for the dealer to charge more

  • @ericjc17
    @ericjc17 3 года назад +14

    Linear regression models are a great way to value a vehicle. Take a particular make, model, trim, year, etc to standardize and use miles as the x variable and cost as the y variable. What you do is research local dealerships for that car, see how many miles the car has and how much they’re selling it for, use that to create a regression model. Try to get at least 10 dat points. You’ll get a formula resembling y=mx+b, where x is the number of miles. If you find that car at a dealership, you can plug the number of miles into that formula and it will estimate how much the car is worth. Keep in mind that you need to pay attention to the R^2 value. If it is less than 0.7, the model might not be strong. However, if you only input data for the same make, model, trim, year, no previous wrecks, etc, then miles will likely explain 70-90% of the variation and give you a reliable estimate.

  • @Psych_777
    @Psych_777 7 лет назад +1284

    You've saved 30,000$ and the first thing you want to do is buy a truck that's going to depreciate every year?! Buy an 08-09 and walk out with the other 15,000 in your pocket!

    • @lovethemflowers
      @lovethemflowers 7 лет назад +154

      Finance it and build credit . . . man, everyone here should be doubled over laughing after reading that. Hey everyone, this guy still thinks building credit is a GOOD thing! Bought any WHOLE LIFE insurance lately, Stormtrooper?

    • @markg999
      @markg999 7 лет назад +31

      lovethemflowers Agree good credit I think is BS, I have good credit and never get any great discounts for it...maybe my auto insurance. I have a cc but not because I want to build good credit

    • @markg999
      @markg999 7 лет назад +23

      Storm Trooper Here is the thing as long as you show your pretty much debt free and have steady good income you will get a good interest rate

    • @sleepycobra9152
      @sleepycobra9152 7 лет назад +113

      If she wants new car smell she can buy perfume which I am selling for 5.99

    • @mrhandsome25
      @mrhandsome25 7 лет назад +62

      Ali Sakran she said she saved 30k FOR a car. not just saved all together

  • @PiXimperfect
    @PiXimperfect 3 года назад +89

    VEE-HICKLE! Love you, Dave :)

    • @micahhenderson2962
      @micahhenderson2962 3 года назад +4

      Watching Dave Ramsey? Can't you just photoshop a new car into existence?

    • @taylamayde
      @taylamayde Месяц назад

      I hear it so much I thought that's his your say it lol jk but I hear it all the time and it's sound better

  • @centralcoastselfdefense2120
    @centralcoastselfdefense2120 5 лет назад +57

    I'm a car salesman and if you listen to what most sites say about not telling the sales guy about paying cash or other things honestly your just going to cause yourself much MUCH more headaches. What Dave is saying is actually really good just be upfront and honest with them. Know what it's worth and give a price you want to pay and don't budge. Go to at least two dealerships and let them know that the dealership who gives you the price you want to pay first will earn your business. Older in stock vehicles have more wiggle room. Vehicles they took on trade probably have more wiggle room on them.

    • @Jojojojojojojo55
      @Jojojojojojojo55 10 месяцев назад +1

      Dave is so wrong on this. Car dealer ships make all their money on used cars

  • @codycole7472
    @codycole7472 7 лет назад +229

    There is a perfect time of the year to buy a car. Try December. Sales are slow through the holidays and dealers are more willing to actually take a loss than having to carry that old inventory into the new year. The last week in December is perfect. Do not wait until after the first of the year. That is when dealers are looking at their busiest time, tax season.

    • @wldktz1
      @wldktz1 5 лет назад +7

      Cody Cole for a used car no. Did that once and March rolls around and find out that the AC isn’t working. I did fix it though.

    • @spark20
      @spark20 5 лет назад +11

      Only applies for new cars being sold during their first year, not for used cars.

    • @insideoutsideupsidedown2218
      @insideoutsideupsidedown2218 4 года назад

      Cody Cole tax refund remorse.....smh

    • @cashboy7406
      @cashboy7406 4 года назад +6

      Actually car sales are hottest during that time. It's holiday season, Cody Dufus.

    • @insideoutsideupsidedown2218
      @insideoutsideupsidedown2218 4 года назад +1

      @@cashboy7406 somewhere around end of Aug? When the next years models are coming out...

  • @hro9073
    @hro9073 6 лет назад +14

    Thank you so much Dave Ramsey! You've enlightened me when it comes to buying a used car compare to a brand new one.
    God bless you and wishing more success to your show!

  • @heathertruelove757
    @heathertruelove757 5 лет назад +17

    Thank you for explaining this! I've never truly known what I'm doing but this is a step by step how to get a deal. Now I'm not afraid to buy a used car.

  • @josephwinkler6671
    @josephwinkler6671 5 лет назад +23

    Certified pre-owned usually means an extended warranty on the vehicle raising the cost a couple grand.

  • @seikygil
    @seikygil 6 лет назад +44

    I wish I would’ve found Dave back in April before getting a car loan. I guess making mistakes is what makes you look for help. Currently working on step 2.

  • @jklfds85
    @jklfds85 5 лет назад +71

    Car dealerships ALWAYS ripped you off!

    • @2KCamaroZ28SS
      @2KCamaroZ28SS 3 года назад +10

      Stealership

    • @naturallyray3646
      @naturallyray3646 3 года назад

      Than where can u get a car from??

    • @jklfds85
      @jklfds85 3 года назад +2

      And Craigslist is not even the only website you can go on. There are other websites where people post cars for sale. ChrisFix talks about some options. His channel is amazing.

    • @Ecchier
      @Ecchier 17 дней назад +1

      @@naturallyray3646Facebook or Craigslist.

  • @Keepingitreal0
    @Keepingitreal0 7 лет назад +114

    I remember when I purchased my preowned 13 toyota tundra. I went to several different dealerships and every time I brought up the fact I was paying cash every salesmen and floor manager always told me cash is no longer king. It makes sense, loans make them way more money. Sometimes cashs only leverage is the fact that you are serious about buying the car outright without having to go through hoops and hurdles to get a loan with them.

    • @step2191
      @step2191 7 лет назад +25

      Dealers make points on every car loan they sucker buyers into, either prime, subprime, or whatever...Cash doesnt help the dealership credit out.

    • @ikeandlinz
      @ikeandlinz 7 лет назад +19

      We got a steal of a deal at a dealership with cash a you years ago. It depends on how desperate they are to get sales and how long the car has been on the lot. The deal we found came from a business that was wholesaling commercial vehicles to other dealerships. They randomly got a minivan in their stock, And they didn't know what to do with it. We came in, waved cash in their face, and paid thousands less than it was worth to relieve them of this vehicle they didn't know what to do with. Depends on the situation and how desperate the dealers are to make a sale.

    • @lovethemflowers
      @lovethemflowers 7 лет назад +39

      Cash is no longer king? Yeah, not to them, but who are we looking out for here, them, or ourselves?? My response to those salesmen and floor manager would be, "It STILL is from MY perspective!

    • @step2191
      @step2191 7 лет назад +59

      if a dealership doesnt want to take cash from you, and your deep into negotiating...simply stand up...and begin to walk out. Nothing feels better to me than wasting someone (on commission) else's time.

    • @outdoorsnevada4138
      @outdoorsnevada4138 6 лет назад +6

      It is true. Walking in with cash isn't going to get you a discount every time. They make their money off financing more than the price tag on the vehicle.

  • @dstblj5222
    @dstblj5222 6 лет назад +9

    One other thing to consider when buying used is that a lot of repair places, will when they are not busy let you take one of their people for a few and go have them check out the car you are looking at for wear tear and potential issues.

  • @workingshlub8861
    @workingshlub8861 7 лет назад +146

    always buy a car at the end of the day..the salesman want to close the deal and go home. they dont get paid by the hour.

    • @deadpresidents2222
      @deadpresidents2222 7 лет назад +24

      working shlub yeah that sounds about right. My brother used to be a car salesman, and had to meet a quota every month, and every I think 5th of the month, he'd give anyone interested a descent discount just to meet the quota.

    • @jonmorton8792
      @jonmorton8792 5 лет назад +1

      If you show up 15 minutes until closing you won't get waited on in a lot of places. We don't get paid by the hour and we work too many hours to stay late for what an average commission is nowadays. If you can't get customers during your working hours you need to make more phone calls.

    • @jonmorton8792
      @jonmorton8792 5 лет назад +2

      @Miggz 1Bay Also, that's not about being lazy, it's about having self-respect.

    • @nickcooke2955
      @nickcooke2955 5 лет назад +9

      @@jonmorton8792 People that show up to buy a car 30 minutes before closing are usually heavily lacking in such.

    • @dchawk81
      @dchawk81 5 лет назад +15

      @Miggz 1Bay Usually takes longer than 30 mins to buy a car. If you show up that close to closing time you're not buying a car.
      I bought a Jeep yesterday and it took about 5 hours. And I said no about 6 times and went to McDonald's in the middle of it.

  • @sidharthchand8072
    @sidharthchand8072 7 лет назад +160

    And don't buy extended warranty get a good mechanical inspection at a garage of your choice or have a mechanical Uncle or friend go with you when you buy the car. That extra $300-$200 will be your peace of mind

    • @gcab1000
      @gcab1000 6 лет назад +30

      sidharth chand Why? I bought a warranty for $800 and within 6 months my AC went out (used car) they replaced everything. $2000 job for $800, I'll take it

    • @tommytruth7595
      @tommytruth7595 6 лет назад +23

      With today's complex engines and technology, always buy an extended warranty.

    • @bengaljam4550
      @bengaljam4550 5 лет назад +11

      Most vehicles will go well past 100,000 miles with very few problems. Extended warranties are normally a waste of money. If it bothers you not having a warranty then don't buy an overpriced one at the dealership. You can save 2/3 by buying one from outside sources.

    • @MiguelMaxMusic
      @MiguelMaxMusic 4 года назад

      @@gcab1000 u still paid 800 after the purchase or 800 was the original purchase for the warranty?

    • @gcab1000
      @gcab1000 4 года назад +5

      @@MiguelMaxMusic Cost of the warranty was $800, cost of fixing my AC was $0.00.

  • @abashal
    @abashal 5 лет назад +25

    Find a good mechanic prior to purchasing a used vehicle and have them inspect it!
    Do not trust certified vehicles; once you buy it, it’s yours with all known and unknown faults. Many learn this the hard way!

    • @unfairsanic5089
      @unfairsanic5089 2 года назад

      How about a pre purchase inspection by bringing to dealership or a mechanic shop??

  • @analogtrill8089
    @analogtrill8089 4 года назад +9

    My buddy from college used to be a Ford salesman and told me he always bought his new cars at the invoice price, what Dave is calling wholesale. He said that the manufacturer offers the salesmen bonuses for every X number of cars they sell. So, even if they make no commission, they are sometimes willing to sell the car at no gain. He claimed you’d have to drive to a few dealerships before one would bite, but there’s always a salesman who is a car or two short of his numbers and is willing to make that bonus in 15 minutes.

    • @hmsdefender408
      @hmsdefender408 Год назад

      May I ask you how to find out the invoice price?

  • @FreckleFinance
    @FreckleFinance 7 лет назад +13

    I agree with all this, but I think you should take more time and go to other dealerships and let them know you're interested in another one, but are willing to change if they can beat the price. Do this a few times until the car sales people stop taking significant money off the price.

  • @suggesttwo
    @suggesttwo 5 лет назад +153

    ALWAYS HAVE A MECHANIC CHECK IT FIRST. NOT THE DEALER'S MECHANIC.

    • @KourttneyL
      @KourttneyL 3 года назад +4

      Exactly how do you do that??? Call a mechanic to meet you at the dealership???

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 3 года назад +22

      @@KourttneyL Ask the dealer to let you take it to the mechanic. If he says no run away and never go back there.

    • @michaelh5055
      @michaelh5055 3 года назад +1

      An independent mechanic won't be much help unless the problem is very obvious.

    • @suggesttwo
      @suggesttwo 3 года назад +8

      @@michaelh5055mechanics have fancy scan tools. It will report engine and transmission problems. Body control module reports other problems. ABS and TRACtion control problems. They know what certain noises mean. Clacking of valves, roaring of wheel bearings, noises during shifts, weak no reverse may indicate a worn out transmission.
      -Scotty Kilmer

    • @Yukikazehalo
      @Yukikazehalo 3 года назад

      Or avoid all these issues by getting a car that is certified pre-owned by the manufacturer.

  • @thomas_2285
    @thomas_2285 6 лет назад +447

    Never understood why people bother asking Dave how he's doing.

    • @kaohsiung99
      @kaohsiung99 5 лет назад +199

      So they can hear him say "Better than I deserve!"

    • @christianscustoms6429
      @christianscustoms6429 5 лет назад +112

      Because Dave clearly values respect and it's respectful to ask someone how they're doing

    • @HamiltonRb
      @HamiltonRb 5 лет назад +66

      It is just a way to break the ice & start a conversation. People do it all the time asking " hey, how are you doing", when in reality they don't even care what the answer is.

    • @fanmaxis3004
      @fanmaxis3004 5 лет назад +15

      That's what I say now when people ask me how I'm doing, I reply "better than I deserve" after watching Dave ramsey videos

    • @markkalfahs1047
      @markkalfahs1047 5 лет назад +9

      ...perfunctory politeness...

  • @Askfornate
    @Askfornate 7 лет назад +45

    Kelly Blue Book is a GUIDE. Banks loan money based on NADA Retail. NADA Retail is typically NOT a baseline for a vehicle. You're looking for a market price. The only "Book" that buys a vehicle is a check book. Do NOT swear by websites. If you use KBB to buy a vehicle you will lose, every time. PLEASE DO NOT SUPPORT AUTO BROKERS. THEY WILL NOT SAVE YOU MONEY. (You are paying for convenience, not a great price)

    • @MrJM-zr1hk
      @MrJM-zr1hk 5 лет назад +1

      I am an Auto Broker and I promise you I save them money.

    • @insideoutsideupsidedown2218
      @insideoutsideupsidedown2218 4 года назад

      Nathan Hays NADA is the baseline that insurance companies use to replace totaled vehicles

    • @elmateo77
      @elmateo77 4 года назад +4

      @@MrJM-zr1hk That sounds like something an auto broker would say...

    • @MrJM-zr1hk
      @MrJM-zr1hk 4 года назад +2

      @@elmateo77 I have been in business for more than 15 years and I am by the book and I have many repeat customers, if I have to say so myself. I am and have been doing something right. Look up the percentage of private businesses that make it for 15 years plus. I do what I say I am going to do honestly!

    • @Curiousnessify
      @Curiousnessify 4 года назад +1

      @@MrJM-zr1hk good for you man, glad there's at least 1 of you

  • @johnj3577
    @johnj3577 4 года назад +16

    One tip if you have the cash to buy outright, instead of doing so buy it on finance and then pay the finance off in full before the month is up. Dealer can sell the car cheaper because he gets commission from the finance sale, and you can pay it off and not pay any interest on the loan. Just watch out for early settlement fees, make sure there isn't a penalty.

  • @keithgray5525
    @keithgray5525 5 лет назад +9

    end of the month is always better if buying a new car. Dealers get bonuses each month if they sell a certain number of units.

  • @eduardosandoval2269
    @eduardosandoval2269 5 лет назад +17

    "Better than I deserve." I love it!

  • @xBloodXGusherx
    @xBloodXGusherx 5 лет назад +76

    Boy what I could do with 30k right now.

  • @iiisaac1312
    @iiisaac1312 4 года назад +71

    1994 toyota celica
    its the only vehicle you'll ever need

  • @joslinnick
    @joslinnick 5 лет назад +3

    I knew a guy who worked at a car dealership. He said that they didn't like it when people paid cash because it meant that they wouldn't make any commission on the sale of the car's financing, also known as "making money on the back end."

  • @kylelaw7210
    @kylelaw7210 7 лет назад +54

    If it's a truck and it doesn't have mud under it you probably found yourself a good one. Believe it or not some people buy trucks and never take them off the pavement. That is the kind of used truck you want.

    • @taiwoomoni3812
      @taiwoomoni3812 6 лет назад +1

      Kyle Law

    • @outdoorsnevada4138
      @outdoorsnevada4138 6 лет назад +8

      usually an older retired gentleman that wanted a nice truck. Have bought several awesome low mileage trucks that were 4 years old and like brand new. They are out there!

  • @Teamshmo
    @Teamshmo 7 лет назад +10

    Pretty good advice, but I think it applies more for regular people cars only. If you spent 50k on a used Aston Martin you'd definitely want the warranty to pay for any potential problems. High price cars always have high price repairs even if the price you paid for the entire car was cheap.

  • @sirraymondluxuryyacht8131
    @sirraymondluxuryyacht8131 5 лет назад +12

    I know a man who does exactly this. He works out what he's willing to pay (reasonable offer), writes a cheque and tells them, this is all I'm willing to pay, take it or leave it. He only missed on the car once...and that's only because they were a bit late calling him to accept - he'd already done another deal elsewhere

  • @pt2729
    @pt2729 5 лет назад +10

    Walking into any dealer and saying, “look, its a done deal and I will write you a check right now for that car over there but you’re asking too much for it” will immediately get a reaction of “NO” because dealerships don’t accept personal checks on the spot and let you drive away.

    • @elmateo77
      @elmateo77 4 года назад +8

      Exactly, that's why I always buy vehicles with a briefcase full of cash.

    • @theonlyconstantischange123
      @theonlyconstantischange123 3 года назад

      Well, he's Dave ramsey... It's a lil bit different, and he built a relationship with that dealer

    • @henrysantos942
      @henrysantos942 3 года назад +2

      Ford=
      Fix
      Or
      Repair
      Daily

    • @GOEMDEEGO
      @GOEMDEEGO Год назад +1

      i don’t think he means a literal check, the same way most ppl don’t mean actual cash when they say “in cash”…

  • @MrMike95624
    @MrMike95624 7 лет назад +348

    i figure i save up 5k buy a 3k car on CL and put the 2k on repairs and call it a day

    • @flowerpower231
      @flowerpower231 6 лет назад +35

      MrMike95624 good tip. I will do this too

    • @butterflyqueen9260
      @butterflyqueen9260 6 лет назад +1

      Airport Cinderella same!!!!

    • @omar10wahab
      @omar10wahab 6 лет назад +53

      If you're having to spend 2k into fixing a car worth 3k you're probably going to be looking at spending more money down the road or you can find that car that's at the same condition as your 3k with 2k repairs for less than 5k.

    • @xthexadvantagex1219
      @xthexadvantagex1219 5 лет назад +21

      WhT happens when you buy a 3000 car and it ends up being 4500 on repair?

    • @emeraldages
      @emeraldages 5 лет назад +44

      Or just get a toyota. Ez.

  • @wesleytillman9774
    @wesleytillman9774 3 года назад +2

    I've always bought trucks with about 80k to 150k miles, from individuals. While it's not a scientific sample I've never had any major problems and got years of service from these vehicles. I research the make and model to see how it's type has held up over the years. I avoid 4 wheel drive and don't care about light body damage or if the bells and whistles are still working.

  • @howtoanddiychannel2387
    @howtoanddiychannel2387 4 года назад

    If your worried about mechanical issues, run a vin check and have a good mechanic check it out

  • @danieloshaughnessy8476
    @danieloshaughnessy8476 5 лет назад +32

    Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) is sometimes another gimmick to get more money out of people. I worked at a huge dealership as a lot attendant, and I observed the guys in the used lot section, do what appeared to be a five minute inspection and label a car as a CPO. I personally drove that car to move it on the lot, and it was gross (scratches, dents interior had issues, key fob was sticky etc.) inside and out. There were much nicer non-CPO cars on the lot. So don't let the eye candy fool you. This is not to say this is true for every CPO car. If you are still not sure about a used car, take it to a trusted mechanic and spend the $50-100 to have them look it over. I would feel better about spending a $100 to know that i saved myself from a $1000 repair bill buying a bad car.

    • @cashboy7406
      @cashboy7406 4 года назад +1

      Every dealership is different. Try going to a professional one with quality people.

    • @umbraviventem
      @umbraviventem 4 года назад

      @@cashboy7406 if you find one, let everyone else know. They aren't real.

    • @rothbj1
      @rothbj1 3 года назад

      This is more common that people think. CPO cars are often on the lot within 30 minutes of trade in. Great advice on getting the car inspected.

  • @bradleymaravalli2851
    @bradleymaravalli2851 7 лет назад +19

    Seasonally, the only time not to buy a vehicle is buying a convertible before summer and buying a four-wheel drive vehicle for the winter. Best to wait until after the season is over.

  • @TH-eb5ro
    @TH-eb5ro 6 лет назад +1

    I did that with my last vehicle, found it on internet searches. Had signed up for sites to contact me. I went and spent some quality time at a place like AutoMax who knew I wouldn't be buying but helped me decide on the vehicle. I'm sure this is in hopes I couldn't find locally and they'd source. I knew all about the vehicle, it was a trade in at another brand dealer. I called another dealer w/ same brand and asked for a review of the vehicle which they checked over the phone....Lexus keeps good records. Selling dealer had it 4 months. I drove to another town where that car isn't so popular and they were having a hard time selling it. Then I looked closer and added in the things they had to fix. He gave me a price and then added what it would be if I financed it as if he was giving me a good deal and assuming I would (I was dressed down). I said I'd write a check for the original amount and said I'd wait the two hours for the repair items. The manager tried to talk me out of deal and financing taking all my savings......blah, blah, blah. Where I live there is a wait list on rental cars at Enterprise, they come certified, same as a dealer, worth checking. I think they also buy. It really pays to do your homework, took me about a month to find the car an hour away.

  • @steve03260
    @steve03260 4 года назад

    I use to work at ADESA auto auction which is where quite a few used cars come from now days to dealrt "Certified pre-owned " is just a sticker, there was no special inspection or maintenance that was done, the vehicle would come in get detailed by individuals of questionable green card status THEN the STICKER CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED (of course it is used) then inspected for dents and dings which was then annotated on paper for the auctioneer driven over and parked until auction day.

  • @rothbj1
    @rothbj1 3 года назад +3

    Not mentioned: Insist on getting the used car inspected by a independent mechanic prior to purchase. Expect firm resistance from the dealer on this.

  • @lovechandi633
    @lovechandi633 4 года назад +19

    I’m indian from punjab love to watch u explaining how to be financially free

  • @edwardprice140
    @edwardprice140 6 лет назад +1

    On top of the comprehensive limited warranty coverage, they include seven-year/100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty coverage with every Ford Certified Pre-Owned vehicle.* It covers the engine, transmission and more:
    Transferable to future owners at no extra cost The big + for certified pre-owned is extra PT warranty, instead of the standard 5yr/60,000m PT . Certification is not free, so you will pay a few hundred more, WORTH IT !

  • @lashandaeller4821
    @lashandaeller4821 7 лет назад

    I have this same question!!!!!! Thanks Suzy!

  • @giveme10feet
    @giveme10feet 6 лет назад +4

    This is one of those prank calls from a New Dealership to get ppl making this type of money to actually buy a newer car b/c usually they don't!

  • @cincinnatiohio5345
    @cincinnatiohio5345 4 года назад +4

    She asked some Great questions 😉👍

  • @drew9312
    @drew9312 7 лет назад

    Great- thanks Dave

  • @johnzehrbach820
    @johnzehrbach820 3 года назад

    I bought a used one from hertz and love it. No argument, good price. great car.

  • @mph5896
    @mph5896 7 лет назад +23

    Take it to an independent body shop and have them look it over for prior collision work. Pay them for their time and have reassurance the thing is not pieced back together.

    • @epiksar
      @epiksar 6 лет назад +1

      m ph late response, but the carfax can also tell you that without you having to go through the effort of seeing a mechanic. Even if carfax isn't perfect, i believe it's good enough

  • @gargoyles9999
    @gargoyles9999 5 лет назад +4

    Tried to buy a 3 year old vehicle at a dealership with 30k miles on it and they would only give me about 4K less than buying a new current model

  • @tomfisher9089
    @tomfisher9089 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you sir for this valuable information on buying a used vehicle. I have already been steered away from 'fleecing' thanks to your thorough explanation. I will start listening to your radio program as a result.

  • @Hassan-zp2hi
    @Hassan-zp2hi 5 лет назад

    Hey dave, Talk about the cards you bought, Its Kelly price and price you offered and price you agreed on. I think a example like that will really help your listeners.

  • @RobertTm
    @RobertTm 5 лет назад +5

    Dont use kbb. Use nada it's a more realistic value for the car.

  • @dair805
    @dair805 4 года назад +15

    Ramsey, you are really good on getting people off debt.. And please keep doing that.. Stay away from how to buy used/new cars 😅

    • @tem3111
      @tem3111 2 года назад +1

      Right? The reason why you dont say your paying with cash is because they will go up on the price to make up for the difference in interest that they won't get from financing.

    • @rasheemthebestfirstone3274
      @rasheemthebestfirstone3274 Год назад

      Any advice?

  • @colin1818
    @colin1818 3 года назад

    Rental cars will usually have high miles. That goes to Dave's original point that you check the specifics on the car you're looking at. Run the numbers on that particular vehicle.

  • @jgg204
    @jgg204 4 года назад +2

    small used car dealerships LOVE cash. that cash up front mentioning works. at a franchised dealership it doesn't really work

  • @pratheepanyogendran7220
    @pratheepanyogendran7220 6 лет назад +11

    His faith in Ford though! My friends dad bought F-150 brand new 2 years ago, the transmission failed on him.

  • @jeffkunkel8558
    @jeffkunkel8558 7 лет назад +70

    Kelly Blue Book isn't accurate typically, it's a decent point of reference, but NADA is Beyer for accuracy

    • @mcopeland05
      @mcopeland05 6 лет назад +6

      KBB seems to be really good if you are buying from an individual, but I agree all car lots and finance institutions will use NADA. KBB is based on similar sales in your area. so they even include the ones that look like they drove through a crowd of hammer wielding clowns, while NADA just takes a general depreciation of the value based on mileage and other factors that will devalue a vehicle.

    • @chrish7
      @chrish7 5 лет назад +5

      NADA IS WHAT THE BANKS USE TO PROTECT THERE ASSET. IF YOUR A USED CAR BUYER YOU ANT TO GO BY WHAT KBB SAYS.

  • @sunday2975
    @sunday2975 3 года назад

    Ask if it comes with an owner's manual? In Canada: ask if it comes with a block heater, those are add-ons, some don't come with block heaters which are necessary in Canada.

  • @32srt32
    @32srt32 9 месяцев назад

    i use to work at a wholesale auto auction. you cant drive it, you can put it in gear and thats it! so you wont know if it has any issues until you actually get to drive it.

  • @DrogoBaggins987
    @DrogoBaggins987 7 лет назад +14

    I'm trying to save enough for the car I want new and get it wrapped to protect the finish and rust proof the bottom then never get another car in my life.

    • @DrogoBaggins987
      @DrogoBaggins987 7 лет назад +5

      Hadn't thought of that. Thanks for the idea. You're a great citizen.

  • @sgtcrab1
    @sgtcrab1 5 лет назад +3

    A few years ago a mate of mine returned a Chev pickup. Very low miles and real clean two year old. The lease buyout was a tad over $9000. I saw it on the dealer lot. I took it for a test drive just for fun. I told the sales guy I ws interested. The price stated was $17,000!!!! I told him he was nuts and that I knew the lease buy out was $9000. I had a laugh and a learning experience. I am sure they would give me a "great deal" at $15,000.

  • @manjakwiej2986
    @manjakwiej2986 4 года назад

    Great questions 🌻

  • @wbwills2
    @wbwills2 4 года назад +1

    Another good one.I'm poor & it's getting more expensive each and every day.ALMOST sick enough of it to change things.Going to experiment and read one of your books,follow some of your advice ect.I do own my land,home ,vehicles( toooo many!)+all the rest of the stuff.don't owe anyone a dime.except this year's county land taxes.solo other than reading the book....where to start turning this thing around .?.? Any suggestions appreciated...Good Day from beautiful Carthage NC.
    Over&Out.wbwII

  • @Teejaye1100
    @Teejaye1100 4 года назад +4

    By the way, don’t buy extended warranties!!
    That’s a Golden Nugget.

    • @chadhaire1711
      @chadhaire1711 4 года назад +1

      wrong,,extended warranties sold by the factory, not third party, are worth their weight in gold if you are driving a German car like Mercedes or BMW.

  • @EndofDays213
    @EndofDays213 6 лет назад +269

    Cars are not investments.

    • @blessedwifeandmama
      @blessedwifeandmama 6 лет назад +20

      Unless your doing uber or something then yes

    • @charliekiger
      @charliekiger 6 лет назад +34

      Still no. It will not go up in value. On the contrary, using it for ridesharing will make the resale value plummet even faster.

    • @XxhimynameiscynxX
      @XxhimynameiscynxX 6 лет назад +6

      umm when you use them for your business they are !! ex . trucks for hauling or luxury cars for real estate agents driving clients to different showings

    • @martinsamek5890
      @martinsamek5890 5 лет назад +12

      Unless it’s collectible☝🏼There r few of those out there!Keep your eyes open and make some money folks!

    • @OctaneAndAsphalt
      @OctaneAndAsphalt 5 лет назад +7

      A lot of the house priced limited edition cars are sound investments. If you are willing to spend 1 million dollars in 2014 to buy a Ferrari Laferrari they are now worth 4 million

  • @coiledsteel8344
    @coiledsteel8344 6 лет назад

    Dave is the man!

  • @dawnshults7992
    @dawnshults7992 4 года назад +1

    Best truck we ever bought was a rental car in Hawaii one year old. Drove the tires off and it cost 25 K less than same truck new.

  • @bradleymaravalli2851
    @bradleymaravalli2851 7 лет назад +11

    You know what your certified warranty should be? Your savings account!!!

  • @roughryder5
    @roughryder5 7 лет назад +27

    I got lucky on my 2015 RDX (basically brand new as in, no registered owner). Haggled for about 2 hours and made a cash deal. They then physically messed up the vehicle on the day I was supposed to pick it up and I snapped. They then offered me another RDX, same model but 10k less KM on it (~7,000 km). Haggled more, and they ended up bringing the price down $7,000 and threw in 3 free oil changes.

    • @hassanalinoo
      @hassanalinoo 7 лет назад +6

      How do you haggle, can you plzz explain becasue I want to learn

    • @mcopeland05
      @mcopeland05 6 лет назад +4

      in order to negotiate prices you have to be willing to walk away. Whoever is the most willing to loose the deal all together is the one with the power.

    • @raycebannon5194
      @raycebannon5194 5 лет назад +1

      @@mcopeland05 Job, relationship, purchasing anything - makes no difference - be willing to walk away and not look back if you're not getting what you want or deserve.

  • @02DodgeViper
    @02DodgeViper 4 года назад +1

    Tried to work a dealership down with cash and they didn’t bat an eye. They didn’t care so don’t be surprised if they don’t negotiate on that aspect. Smaller dealerships may like the cash buy.

  • @jackmeyer8451
    @jackmeyer8451 5 лет назад +1

    :45 that looks says “entirely confused.“

  • @sidharthchand8072
    @sidharthchand8072 7 лет назад +3

    Great advice like always Dave.

    • @sidharthchand8072
      @sidharthchand8072 7 лет назад +2

      Good to know Dave drives used as well.

    • @vickieclark5931
      @vickieclark5931 7 лет назад +2

      Yeah, I love to see people that actually practice what they preach. He's big on us buying used and it's great to see him buy used. No matter if your rich or poor, you always pay more than you should on a new car.

  • @kdw75
    @kdw75 5 лет назад +21

    I understand where Dave comes from and his reasoning, but the one thing I feel he leaves out of the equation is enjoyment. What's the point of going to work every day if you can't splurge on a few luxuries? We have a comfortable life with a ​few bills, but we bought a $55,000 car at 0% interest. Every single morning I look forward to driving it to work. It gives me immense pleasure. Yes, I have debt, but it gave me so much happiness. If I fall over dead tomorrow, at least I had an enjoyable life.

    • @phannypack3951
      @phannypack3951 5 лет назад +3

      You pay yourBill's. People like us can buy cars. He only means people who are not fiscally responsible cant buy a car.

    • @kdw75
      @kdw75 5 лет назад +6

      @@phannypack3951 And I will live my life enjoying myself and my new cars. What does it matter? I may not be a millionaire, but what good does it do to save for the future if you get sick and die at 40? You scrimp and live without any extras, but never reap the rewards.

    • @mopar21
      @mopar21 5 лет назад +4

      @@kdw75 if you eat well, drink lots of water and get plenty of sleep...
      *you will still die anyway*

    • @knocknockify
      @knocknockify 5 лет назад +2

      Don't tread on me True. So why not buy a nice car that you’d enjoy driving (granted that you are financially equipped )in between living well and dying?

    • @firstlast5630
      @firstlast5630 5 лет назад +3

      @@kdw75 Then you get old with no money, and want other people to support you and complain about how unfair society is.

  • @davielove11
    @davielove11 6 лет назад

    I brought a rental, saved a ton of money too! It's been two years and not one problem.

  • @jeremybalsley5765
    @jeremybalsley5765 7 лет назад +2

    Definitely don't want to tell them you're paying cash, new or used. They will always drop the price and get you in the financing if that's what it takes to close. Let them go through their whole 4 square, this much down, this much a month BS if that gets you to where you need to be. The biggest thing about buying a used car specifically, is patience. Find what you want for the right price. Also with Carfax and the like, there is no need to avoid private sellers. Just try to find a one owner garaged vehicle that was owned by someone at least 30. Check the nooks around the trunk really well. Detailers can make just about any car look garaged these days. If you care more about your purchase than the person did about cleaning, then you should be alright.

  • @jay-rus4437
    @jay-rus4437 5 лет назад +12

    Buy a 20k used toyota tundra and put the $10k in a separate savings account. Toyota tundra is a great truck. At 100k miles they are barely getting started.

    • @Powertoolz
      @Powertoolz 5 лет назад +2

      Lol for 20k a tundra will have nearly 100k miles on it and be 7 years old.

    • @bearpaw7603
      @bearpaw7603 5 лет назад

      Jay Smith u right they hold their prices

    • @bmack1000
      @bmack1000 4 года назад

      Justin Russell They are great trucks I just sold mine. Mechanically they are close to perfect. Toyota’s downfall is rust and rot. The Tacoma and Tundras especially are known for rust and rot even if you take care of them especially in the salt belt states. If this is not an issue then you’re golden probably best truck to own....

  • @general4theages
    @general4theages 5 лет назад +3

    I used to be into this old used car mentality until mechanical problems. Buy a fairly new car you can manage save yourself the money of buying parts and mechanic labor cost

    • @tompain2751
      @tompain2751 5 лет назад

      Dave advises this to get people out of a mountain of debt.Then gradually get better cars as time goes by.But,your car should never be more than 1/2 your annual income.

  • @shadowsearcy
    @shadowsearcy 4 года назад

    Great call!

  • @normabarros3124
    @normabarros3124 5 лет назад

    Good information

  • @fritogranito
    @fritogranito 7 лет назад +93

    Buy cash from a private seller. Don't have to play games with private sellers. The 'certified pre-owned' business is a scam.

    • @fatlindbytyqi1684
      @fatlindbytyqi1684 5 лет назад +3

      Cory Williams curb stoners? What is that

    • @wldktz1
      @wldktz1 5 лет назад +7

      Fatlind Bytyqi car dealers that are illegally selling cars posing as private owners. They have a license to buy cars at auction, but can’t sell more than three cars legally. They try to avoid regulations but in real dealers.

    • @wldktz1
      @wldktz1 5 лет назад +4

      Fatlind Bytyqi curb stoners are dishonest dealers that pose as private individuals. They are licensed to buy at auctions, but are not licensed like a real used car dealership.

    • @Ramanhere468
      @Ramanhere468 4 года назад +8

      @@wldktz1 Yeah, so many scumbags posing as the car's "owner". Disgraceful. I always ask "I'm interested in the car you have for sale online". Most of these curb stoners say "Which car?," "I have two posted," etc. I just hang up. That's a dead give-away that they're dealers. Lol.

  • @ikeandlinz
    @ikeandlinz 7 лет назад +14

    It's funny that he says he wouldn't want a car that had been a rental. If you go to a dealership, there is a very high chance that you are getting formal rental cars. Once they hit a certain mileage point, they typically sell them to dealerships. I know this because my husband worked at a dealership and because I worked at a credit union where we worked with rental car companies and dealerships for financing. We have had several vehicles that had instant equity in them from state auctions. They are very meticulous about getting all repairs done/regular and required maintenance. Other good deals have come from dealerships and private party, but we always knew who had driven them before us. We are very picky about previous owners. He's right that you have to be willing to walk away from a deal to get the best deal.

    • @markg999
      @markg999 7 лет назад +3

      The Construction Guys Office Nothing wrong with a former rental, most have highway miles that's less stress on car and most are well maintained.

    • @traviswalker7218
      @traviswalker7218 5 лет назад

      The Construction Guys Office You are right. When I sold cars the dealership got the rentals for a good price and had a high markup. Dealerships make money off rentals and that is why I tell people to always ask to see the invoice and let them know that you are serious about buying. Negotiate a price that is fair for the dealer to make its money and you don't get ripped off.

    • @phlydude
      @phlydude 5 лет назад +1

      I live in central Florida, rental car capital of the US - I wouldn't buy a rental from here. Disney trips generally are short cycle, much mixed driving (some highway, some stop and go) and many cars get romped on by the tourists. I just rented a 2018 Camry with 11k miles on it plated from VA that smelled like B.O. when the interior got hot. You just never know who is driving these things...

    • @maryreed2280
      @maryreed2280 5 лет назад +1

      Buy a manual trans car. Unlikely that would be a rental.

  • @user-bp3we5tz1o
    @user-bp3we5tz1o 3 месяца назад

    Im a mechanic so now i look at vehicles as a drivetrain shell. Im about to buy a lemon car for 2000 because its extremely clean, i have the money for a remanufactured engine and or transmission or could tear down and rebuild the engine and transmission because its reliable and simple. it does not matter to mechanics if the parts exceed value because the value is in the miles it travels and if thw added mileage on the drivetrain shell can be used to make money and incorporate the fuel costs and there you go. you can calculate the rwpair, miles to be driven and i used to hot shot drive so you can turn the added mileage on the drivetrain shell to a return on investment actually. at the end i can sell it for a small recouperation. basically thats a bonus of being a mechanic.

  • @begley09
    @begley09 9 месяцев назад

    Different times when haggling deals now. Some used vehicles are more then brand new ones because of the wait list.

  • @batuaerial213
    @batuaerial213 5 лет назад +53

    "if is FORD, you don't have to worry about:" I laughed my as$ on that one hahaha! First, mistake you made that buying a Ford. That is a bad financial decision.

    • @justinbratton1235
      @justinbratton1235 4 года назад +9

      A bad financial decision is falling in love with one brand of vehicle....

    • @melissadavis2102
      @melissadavis2102 4 года назад +1

      Me too! I laughed at my friend when she bought a used Ford truck. She's had it less than a year and it's broke down twice. We have a 1997 Chevy Astro van with 220,000 miles on it. We've had it for 7 years and it hasn't broke down once.

    • @vapeking466
      @vapeking466 4 года назад +2

      First on race day!

    • @insideoutsideupsidedown2218
      @insideoutsideupsidedown2218 4 года назад +2

      Depends on how well it was taken care of.

    • @rothethan4112
      @rothethan4112 4 года назад +2

      Batu Ventures my 2016 Ford F-150 has 190,000 miles with the 3.5 v6 ecoboost engine. I love it.

  • @john1425
    @john1425 4 года назад +37

    Someone needs to tell this lady "certified pre-owned" doesn't mean anything.

    • @modernoptix94
      @modernoptix94 4 года назад +8

      Jimmy Bob
      Certified pre owned means the dealer looked at the car and said
      "yup, that's a used car"

    • @jeremyjeremy8795
      @jeremyjeremy8795 3 года назад +2

      Factory certified does have to meet certain criteria to be able to have the tag. The only “certified” that means anything are factory certified ie Toyota certified, Honda certified etc they have to meet certain and usually strict cosmetic and mechanical criteria and come with a factory backed warranty. IMO more money than it’s worth but it does actually carry some weight to it. Dealer certified is a joke.

  • @miguelrocks1000
    @miguelrocks1000 5 лет назад

    I bought a 93 f150 with the legendary durable inline 6 for $1000 nice body, good interior and all I wanted. Bad engine and tranny threw a new tranny (3ry warranty) and rebuilt the engine myself for $600. Probably spent around $3600~$4000 including new tires, front end, brakes, fluids, rear end, interior, creature comforts. It's been a few years already I haven't spent a dime on anything major only regular maintenance. It has already paid of its self many times over.

  • @christiansgrandma6812
    @christiansgrandma6812 4 года назад

    I brought an Avalon 2006 for $6000 two years ago. With over 75000 miles, no major problems over $200 so far. Will keep it until the engine dies.

  • @fh1980ram
    @fh1980ram 5 лет назад +7

    I was wondering if there was a part 2 of this video where the lady asks more questions. Shish.

  • @macdoj4
    @macdoj4 7 лет назад +5

    These vids are great minus the Rachel Crews ads...

  • @sdasda4654
    @sdasda4654 3 года назад +1

    He is right on the car. That’s how I got my new Prius

  • @gabrielvazquez4660
    @gabrielvazquez4660 3 года назад

    Thank you!

  • @gregoryking4796
    @gregoryking4796 3 года назад +3

    Dave: Walls into dealership
    Dealership: awww sh*t here we go again

  • @robertgray9802
    @robertgray9802 5 лет назад +2

    Never pay MSRP price because it is marked up. Do a true car check to find out what a good price is. Yes dealers want to make money in the beginning of the month they may be less willing to deal and so the end of the month is a better time to negotiate. Also buying at the end of a year is great way to get a better deal because the dealer may want to get rid of it to make room for the newer year cars to come in. Most customers need to understand that salesman and sales managers are master negotiators so they know what they are doing so be prepared u r entering their boxing ring. The bottom line is they are their to make a profit just like any business. If you do not like the negotiating process do not be afraid to leave ok but most sales personnel will want u to not leave and go get their manager and keep u their longer to test your patience. Last, they will let u take it home for a night in hopes u will fall in love with it and be willing to put more money down and be more flexible with your payments. Salesmen are not your friends they are there to make money and their are good ones out there.

  • @donhyatt8034
    @donhyatt8034 5 лет назад +1

    Remember in Nevada buying from a private party you pay No Sales Tax...instant 8% savings approx.

  • @treeroofgrass
    @treeroofgrass 3 года назад +3

    Scotty Kilmer: buy a ‘94 Celica haha! (Horse teeth) 😂

    • @kaohsiung99
      @kaohsiung99 3 года назад

      Of course! Anything else is "an endless money pit"