1. Cash isn't always the best way to go. See financing option for more information

2. Know your credit score before you shop.

3. Always drive the car you are going to buy.

4. Never negotiate in payments, always by price.

5. Know who you are doing business with.

6. If buying used get a car fax and or get your own mechanic to look at the car

7. Never bring your trade the first visit / don't tell them you have a trade either

8. Never bring your check book with you on the first visit (avoid temptation)

9. Allways check and see if a dealership will except credit cards for down payment or even to purchase a vehicle.