{"id":2697,"date":"2022-04-01T16:31:20","date_gmt":"2022-04-01T21:31:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/going-places.thegeneral.com\/how-to-negotiate-the-best-car-price-with-dealerships\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T12:52:37","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T17:52:37","slug":"how-to-negotiate-the-best-car-price-with-dealerships","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/going-places\/blog\/car-and-driving-basics\/how-to-negotiate-the-best-car-price-with-dealerships\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Negotiate the Best Car Price with Dealerships"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Many drivers looking to buy a new car are intimidated by the idea of visiting a car dealership. Negotiating can be an uncomfortable process, especially for beginners. In addition, you\u2019re up against a trained salesperson who negotiates as part of their job. If you want a good deal and a smooth negotiation process, it\u2019s important to prepare before hitting the dealership. Try these tips and tricks to negotiate a new car price with your salesperson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-to-research-before-you-visit-the-dealership\">What to Research Before You Visit the Dealership<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Doing a little research before you visit the dealer is the best way to ensure you\u2019re getting the best deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-find-the-right-car-for-you\">Find the Right Car for You<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With so much information at our fingertips, there\u2019s no shortage of websites you can visit to research your future car. Brainstorm the type of car you want to purchase and start researching what make and model are best suited to your needs and budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step is to research the current market value of the car and how much it typically costs. Using a car appraisal tool is a good way to see the value of the car by area. Once you\u2019ve done your research, you can arrive at a price range to present to your car salesman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-see-what-incentives-are-available\">See What Incentives Are Available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many manufacturers offer customers incentives for purchasing a specific car, especially if it\u2019s an older model they\u2019re looking to move off the lot. Research these incentives so you can ask your salesperson to include them in your deal. If you\u2019re financing or <a class=\"Hyperlink BCX0 SCXW207575398\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/car-insurance-leased-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined BCX0 SCXW207575398\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW207575398\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">leasing a vehicle<\/span><\/span><\/a>, check to see if the automaker offers any low interest rates on your specific car model. If you get approved for a special rate, it might be cheaper than a loan from your bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-learn-your-credit-score\">Learn Your Credit Score<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155129912 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155129912 BCX0\">Your <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW155129912 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/buying-a-car-with-bad-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW155129912 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155129912 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">credit score<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW155129912 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155129912 BCX0\"> can play a large role in deciding what loans you qualify for and your interest rate. Learning your credit score can help you set a budget and give you a rough idea of how much your financing will cost. If your credit score qualifies you for a better financing deal than the one your dealer makes, you can use it as a leveraging tool to secure something better. You don\u2019t want to be surprised with any credit problems while <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2 SCXW155129912 BCX0\">you\u2019re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW155129912 BCX0\"> mid negotiation, so learn your score ahead of time.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW155129912 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-explore-your-financing-options\">Explore Your Financing Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Research a few different car loan options before you visit the dealership so you can compare and find the best price. Some sites let you get multiple financing offers via one application. If you bring a few offers to the dealership, you can set a limit on how much you\u2019re willing to spend on financing. The dealership may offer you a better loan after all, and they\u2019ll be more incentivized to do so if you present them with your other options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-find-the-right-dealership\">Find the Right Dealership<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all dealerships are created equal, so peruse online reviews to find one in your area that has positive ratings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-negotiate-efficiently\">How to Negotiate Efficiently<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what to research before your visit, keep these tips in mind while you\u2019re negotiating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-be-willing-to-walk-away\">Be Willing to Walk Away<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\">The purpose of negotiating is to get the best deal possible. Negotiating for <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW257003497 BCX0\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/buying-a-new-car\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW257003497 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">a new car<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml_lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\"> can make you feel nervous but keeping a level head and being professional will help your interaction go smoothly. Try to look at it as a business transaction<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\">\u2014<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW257003497 BCX0\">avoid bringing emotion into it. You might feel attached to the car or the deal you\u2019ve been negotiating, but don\u2019t be afraid to walk away if you don\u2019t feel like you\u2019re getting a fair price.&nbsp;<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW257003497 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-negotiate-each-part-separately\">Negotiate Each Part Separately<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your salesperson might try to negotiate the entire transaction at one time or ask how much you\u2019re willing to pay per month. Try to avoid negotiating this way as it allows dealers to offer you a low monthly payment while stretching your loan or making money in another area. Ask to negotiate each part of the car individually, including the car price, trade-in value, financing, and add-ons. You can also ask for the &#8220;drive-away&#8221; or &#8220;out-the-door&#8221; price of the vehicle you\u2019re interested in, which usually costs more than the sticker price.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-negotiate-online\">Negotiate Online<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">If in-person negotiating makes you uncomfortable, try getting quoted from a few different dealerships via email. Using email leaves a paper trail and allows you to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/compare-car-insurance-quotes\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">compare quotes<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> from multiple dealerships to help you get the best price. Since email interactions are virtual, it helps keep emotion out of the picture.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Once you secure that new car, you\u2019re going to need quality insurance from a reputable brand. For over 60 years, The General has offered affordable rates, prime customer service, flexible payment options, and more to our customers. You can get a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/quote\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">free insurance quote<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> in under two minutes or explore more articles about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thegeneral.com\/blog\/category\/buying-a-car\/\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">car buying<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\"> on our blog.&nbsp;<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Learn how to negotiate the best car price with this guide from The General. 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