{"id":671,"date":"2019-02-19T13:52:06","date_gmt":"2019-02-19T18:52:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/articles.carcostcanada.com\/?p=671"},"modified":"2025-03-06T16:18:49","modified_gmt":"2025-03-06T21:18:49","slug":"negotiation-101-how-to-successfully-beat-car-dealers-at-their-own-game","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/articles.carcostcanada.com\/negotiation-101-how-to-successfully-beat-car-dealers-at-their-own-game\/","title":{"rendered":"Negotiation 101: How to Successfully Beat Car Dealers At Their Own Game!"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you in the market for a new car? If so, you\u2019re most likely anxious about talking your dealer down from the astronomical quote they\u2019ve just given you. Don\u2019t break a sweat. Car Cost Canada is here to help!<\/span><\/p>\n

Seeing as car shopping is not something you do every day, you have limited experience, especially when dealing with seasoned car sharks who know the ins and outs of the deal. <\/span>Negotiating a new car price in Canada<\/span><\/a> is an art unto itself. This article levels the playing field between regular folk and trained dealers. <\/span><\/p>\n

A question that no doubt comes to mind is, \u201c<\/span>Can you still haggle with car dealers?<\/b>\u201d You absolutely can! When shopping for a new or used car, you might already be aware of the basics – <\/span>do your homework and don\u2019t be afraid to walk if the dealer isn\u2019t meeting you halfway<\/b>. But there are some more essentials that will get you a great deal. <\/span><\/p>\n

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No But Seriously, Have You Done Your Homework?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Start with settling on a car make, model and trim level before you approach a dealership. Don\u2019t let the dealer sway your decision too much in this regard. If they sense you haven\u2019t done your due diligence, the dealer is likely to get you to commit to add-ons that are way out of your budget. <\/span><\/p>\n

Once you\u2019ve taken this preemptive step, you\u2019ll also have a ballpark price, and that in and of itself serves as a great starting point to begin negotiations. <\/span><\/p>\n

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Hear Multiple Dealers Out Before Putting Down Your Money<\/b><\/h3>\n

With any sizeable investment such as buying a new house, a car is really no different. You have to explore all your options to give yourself that much more bargaining power. This helps you deliberate between the best deals. <\/span><\/p>\n

When your dealer senses that you have promising offers from other dealerships, they\u2019ll be inclined to cooperate. And if your dealer refuses to yield, simply walk! Go to a dealer who offers reasonable pricing solutions and cordial services. <\/span><\/p>\n

What should you not say to a car salesman? <\/b>When hopping from one dealership to another, here\u2019s what you should <\/span>never say,<\/span><\/i> lest it bruises your bargaining powers:<\/span><\/p>\n