Car Buying SECRETS You NEED to Know! Buy vs. Lease, Tips for Best Deals, & Hidden Dealer Hacks
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🗓️ 21 February 2025
⏱️ 80 minutes
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Summary
Buying a car can be overwhelming, but we’ve got you covered! In this episode of Black Out, we sit down with car expert Christian Charvet to break down everything you need to know before making a purchase.
We explore the pros and cons of leasing vs. buying, helping you decide which option makes the most sense for your financial situation. We also uncover the hidden language that dealerships use to upsell, lock you into bad deals, and manipulate financing terms. Whether you’re debating between a new or used car, we discuss the benefits and pitfalls of each and share expert tips on how to avoid costly mistakes.
Most importantly, we reveal insider negotiation strategies that can save you thousands. Learn how to spot dealership tricks, what to say to get the best price, and why walking away might be your most powerful tool.
If you’re in the market for a car or just want to arm yourself with knowledge before stepping into a dealership, this is a must-watch!
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- **Guest Introduction and Background**
- [00:01:00]
- **Importance of Car Buying Education**
- [00:03:12]
- **Car Market Changes (COVID and Post-COVID)**
- [00:05:28]
- **Being Prepared When Going to a Dealership**
- [00:07:10]
- **Credit Scores and Their Importance**
- [00:10:22]
- **Used Cars vs. New Cars**
- [00:12:55]
- **Leasing vs. Financing**
- [00:20:01]
- **Researching and Finding Deals & Incentives**
- [00:22:40]
- **Getting a Good Deal**
- [00:27:00]
- **Hidden Fees and Upselling Tactics**
- [00:31:20]
- **Early Termination Fee and Lease End Process**
- [00:40:05]
- **Deep Dive into Leasing and Financing**
- [00:41:36]
- **Tax Incentives and EV Incentives**
- [00:45:50]
- **Understanding Trade-In Values**
- [00:50:25]
- **Dealership Language and Terminology**
- [00:55:52]
- **Gap Insurance**
- [01:01:41]
- **Financing Through Dealership vs. Third Party**
- [01:03:31]
- **Down Payments on Finance Vehicles**
- [01:06:12]
- **Advice for First-Time Car Buyers**
- [01:08:15]
- **End of Lease Guide**
- [01:10:20]
- **Conclusion and Contact Information**
- [01:14:04]
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