How To: Avoid Common Car Buying Myths at Keyes Cars

As your California used car dealer, we want you to know the truth when it comes to buying cars. That’s why Keyes Cars in Los Angeles, CA, is here to help debunk some common car buying myths.

Myth #1: Bring a Cashier’s Check When You Buy

This myth states that buyers should bring a cashier’s check of their maximum price when they are ready to buy. Essentially, the myth claims that then you will only pay the price on the check and no higher. However, this can hurt buyers as it precludes them from getting better deals on vehicles and basically writes them out of the conversation surrounding price. We recommend that buyers come with a set budget in mind, but remain flexible.

Myth #2: Read the Whole Contract

Reading every single word of the contract would take a ridiculously long time. Moreover, most of the contracts are standardized based on the state’s regulations, so it could really be a waste of your time. That’s not to say that reading over the contract is unimportant; however, at Keyes Cars, we are trying to get you the best deal possible. This means we aren’t hiding fees in our contracts. Buyers should have the numbers they agreed on in mind, while they check over the contract for any glaring errors.

Myth #3: “Parachute” the Deal

This myth involves waiting until the last possible second to inform the dealer of your trade-in, in the belief that you will get a better deal. This stems from the belief that dealers will charge you more for the price of a new vehicle because of your trade-in. This is untrue; it’s better to let your dealer at Keyes Cars know up front so they can save you time by figuring out the best deal on your new-to-you car and trade-in at the same time.

Visit Keyes Cars today to debunk more common car buying myths!