Despite poor credit history, you may
still qualify for financing
Approval rating is high for car loans
and leases, as long as transgressions
are relatively minor |
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Beware
of curbsiders when buying a vehicle
privately
Posing as private sellers, they often
misrepresent the car's true history
in order to dupe buyers |
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Breaking
the terms of a lease must have consequences
Monthly payment based on depreciating
value, so early return, extra km trigger
financial penalty |
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Punish
dealer, not manufacturer if you have
a beef
Give dealership chance to resolve your
concern, but don't switch brands if
you're still unhappy |
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Do
homework to ensure you get proper value
for trade-in
Repair any defects, clean car thoroughly
and know street price before going to
dealer |
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Buying
a car more affordable than it's been
in 16 years
Due to falling prices, passenger cars
now cost an average of 18.9 weeks of
pre-tax income |
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Scheduled
maintenance a must as owner finds out
Lessee who ignored regular service for
two years stuck with $8,500 bill to
fix engine. |
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Virtual
test drive is a poor substitute for
the real thing
Buying a
new car online just doesn't make sense
for most consumers, despite dire prediction
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Motor
vehicle industry council protects the
rights of consumers
Organization
regulates and monitors activities of
registered auto dealers in Ontario
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A
few things you wanted to know about
the auto industry
From trends to careers, the dealer's
president answers some questions from
Wheels readers |
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Dealer's
profit is often much lower than you
think
Average profit margin for Canadian dealership
is just 1.5 per cent |
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More
than 1,000 vehicles at the Toronto auto
show
Next week's showcase reflects environmental
evolution of industry |
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Consider
options carefully when choosing collision
repairs
New-car dealerships have the training,
parts and latest technology to fix your
car correctly |
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it worth it to buy extended warranty? |
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Here
are some tips to boost confidence of
first-time buyers
A key recommendation is know your financial
limits and come with a list of optional
vehicles |
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Toronto
dealers mark 100 years of service
Group formed in 1908 to lobby city hall
over parade rules continues to promote
industry |
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Technology's
role can only grow in '08
Use of Internet, growth in alternative
fuels among trends to look for |
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Dealers
protect customer information
Laws, privacy policies guard personal
details collected from buyers |
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Sales
managers keep dealerships running
Key members oversee inventory, salespeople
and customer service |
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Read
fine print for cost of buying or leasing
new car
Tiny type isn't meant to deceive, but
to clarify the details on offers |
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Loyal
customers reap benefits of goodwill
repairs-Nov. 24, 07
The up and downs of negotiating dealer
fixes when a vehicle's service plan
is expired |
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Pay
attention to details before picking
up new vehicle-Nov.17, 07
Research, negotiation; now it's time
to follow simple steps for smooth delivery
of your new car |
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Beware
of flood-damaged vehicles that seep
into used-car market - Nov. 10, 2007
Research pays off when it comes to checking
out a second-hand model's weathered
history
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Communication
is key to keeping customers happy and
loyal - Oct. 27, 2007
Method and frequency of dealer contact
varies with each customer |
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Ministry
should warn drivers before suspending
licence - Oct. 20, 2007
Under current process, many still drive
for days or weeks unaware they are breaking
the law
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Safety
begins where rubber meets road - Oct.
13, 2007
Canadian study finds two thirds of vehicles
have at least one tire improperly inflated
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Stay
safe by preparing for fall and winter
conditions - Oct. 6, 2007
Now is the ideal time to have your vehicle
serviced and winterized |
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Out
with the old, in with the new as dealers
enter busy fall - Sept. 29, 2007
Current-year models must be cleared
out to make room on the lot for early
2008 versions |
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Students
the driving force of auto show - Sept.
22, 2007
Georgian College event showcases their
talents |
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How
to negotiate your best deal with the
salesperson - Sept. 8, 2007
Some tips and advice for not stressing
out over the haggling ? and getting
a good price |
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You
can cut your insurance premiums - Sept.
1, 2007
All it takes is a little research and
ingenuity |
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Full
lineup of cleaner, greener vehicles
is years away - Aug. 25, 2007
The future of the auto industry is paved
with green intentions. |
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Don't
shy away from second opinion on big
repair - Aug. 18, 2007
Consumers should never feel guilty about
obtaining second opinions, especially
when it comes to purchasing new cars
or auto repairs. |
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Salespeople
fulfill vital roles at car dealerships
- Aug. 11, 2007
Of all the positions at a new car dealership,
the salesperson is perhaps the most
underrated and under appreciated. |
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Most
Subcompacts Are Loss Leaders for Dealers
- Aug. 4, 2007
Here's a scenario that happened to a
fellow dealer recently. A repeat customer
(who is also a friend of the dealer)
called about buying a new compact sedan
for his daughter. |
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Complaining
the right way gets best results - July.
28, 2007
Customers have options in resolving
dealership issues; calming down is always
a good first step
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Loan
homework makes dollars and sense - July.
21, 2007
Comparing financing options saves money
and adds satisfaction to new vehicle
purchase
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Proposed
taxes weigh on Toronto drivers, dealers
- July. 14, 2007
On Monday, Toronto councillors will
vote on two new proposed taxes: a vehicle
registration tax and a land transfer
tax. |
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| Canada
owes its prosperity to the auto industry
- Jun. 30, 2007
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New-car
store a good place to buy used - Jun.
23, 2007
Auto sold privately may be stolen, have
damage or odometer rolled back |
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Owner's
manual is no page-turner, but read it
anyway - Jun. 16, 2007
Few buyers make time to learn about
their car's safety features, gizmos
or maintenance needs |
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Auto
terminology not as complicated as it
sounds - Jun. 9, 2007
New features or options will soon be
as common as seat belts or air bags
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'Look
Good, Feel Good' - Jun. 2, 2007
Auto detailing services are gaining
in popularity as more drivers discover
it makes them feel good. |
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Customer
Surveys Help Dealers Improve Service
- May. 26, 2007
Questions answered honestly, thoughtfully
can make car-buying experience better
for future shoppers. |
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Well-Trained
Staff, Customer Care Key to Success
- May. 19, 2007
Car dealers must adapt to meet diverse
needs in an ever-changing automotive
market.
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New
TADA Chief Chose Auto Sales - May. 11,
2007
Former banker and company vice-president
chose retail car industry for its dynamic
upside. |
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