6.02 Meeting Transportion Needs

Modes of Transportation Public TRansit Scooter Taxi Carpool Bike

Set Priorities Make a list of wants and needs for a vehicle Take into consideration: What you can afford Where and when it will be used Who will be driving the vehicle Where you live (affects heating/cooling) Consider if you should purchase a car, truck or van

Used Vehicles Depreciates more slowly Costs less to insure Look for 1-2 year old vehicle Check Buyers guide on window Slightly used vehicles may still be under warranty Look for defects Ask about previous owner and maintenance records Certified used cars are sold by dealers Check Kelly Blue Book and NADA for values

New Cars Features Standard features (at no cost) Safety Performance Economy Appearance Convenience Standard features (at no cost) American made-GM, Chevrolet Imported-Honda, Kia, BMW

Where to buy Traditional Dealerships Used car lots The internet Auto superstores Private sellers www.autotrader.com, www.cars.com, craigslist

Research makes and models Safety Reliability Fuel Economy Power and performance Comfort and convenience Insurance rates Warranties

Research Prices Used vehicles Find book value

New Vehicle Prices Invoice price-price dealer pays manufacturer Base price-price with standard features Options and option packages-extra features Manufacturer’s suggested retail price-(MSRP) base price + OPTIONS+destination charge Sticker price- dealers initial asking price