Best time of the year to purchase a car?

[David]

My car was recently written-off in an accident (thankfully no one was hurt). Anyways, we are looking into purchasing a used car. I have done a fair bit of research and it is apparently a great time to purchase during chirstmas (as car dealers are trying to clear inventory prior to year end and also is a quite time of the year).

My guideline in getting a better deal
- Reduce sticker price by 10%
- Pay cash
- Shop around (keep an eye out of top deals)
- Must see clean car service report

If anyone else can add more advice it would be great. Also anyone who works at a car dealership or have had experienced great dealings with a car purchase please put your 2cents if possible.

Cheers. David

 

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[JP66]

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Katv nz $.02

Huuf madl...