Archive for July, 2009
FINAL STEPS
Now that you know exactly what you want, you’re ready to deal.Just remember that knowledgeable truck salesmen are a rare breed, which is why you need to do so much work beforehand. The complex option order codes don’t help matters, either. Last year, as a hunting buddy wrestled over an order form at a local dealership, the exasperated salesman told him,”J wish you were ordering a car It’s so much easier.”
After the order was completed, my friend double-checked the paperwork to make sure all the information was entered correctly. When the truck arrived, he checked the order against the invoice to make sure everything was in place. Smart move. Do the same. Truck buying is definitely an area where caveat emptor reigns supreme.
Finally, since some truck owners purchase new vehicles only every ten years or so, sticker shock is a big problem. The truck that cost you $15,000 ten years ago will probably run more than $25,000 today. If that seems beyond your means, you can take another tack by buying a used 4×4.