9 Worst Mistakes People Make Buying a Car

2) Only Shopping at one Dealership

Another common mistake many people make is shopping at just one dealership. When you do this, you’ll have far fewer options to choose from. You also won’t as much leverage when you’re negotiating. It’s a good idea to visit at least three dealerships, but you don’t have to visit all these places in person. Instead, try simply visiting many different dealerships’ websites. Make note of the prices of cars you’re interested in and look at reviews of those cars. Then, decide which of the dealerships you want to visit in person. When you go to the dealership, be sure to tell them that you’re looking at many different dealerships and you haven’t decided who you’re going with yet. This will help give you the upper-hand when you begin your negotiations.