1. Chapter 23 Buying and Caring for a Vehicle
MYPF CHAPTER 23
13-SEPT-2001
Chapter 23 Buying and Caring for a Vehicle
Buying a Vehicle
Maintaining Your Vehicle
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2. Lesson 23.1 Buying a Vehicle
Describe the process of buying a car.
Explain automobile leasing costs, processes, advantages, and disadvantages.
Discuss consumer protection available for new- and used-car buyers.
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3. Steps in the Car-Buying Process
Identify your needs and wants.
Determine what you can afford.
Identify and research your choices.
Decide whether to buy new or used.
Get credit pre-approval.
Research insurance rates.
Search for available vehicles.
Test drive each vehicle.
Check the history of a used vehicle.
Get the vehicle checked mechanically.
Determine a fair price.
Negotiate the price.
Dealer add-ons
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4. Financing Your Car Financial institutions Car dealers Leasing a car
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5. Consumer Protection for Car Buyers
Lemon laws
The FTC used-car rule
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6. Lesson 23.2 Maintaining Your Vehicle
List the costs of owning and operating a car.
Describe methods for extending the life of your car and maintaining its resale value.
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7. Costs of Operating a Car
Gas and oil
Depreciation
Registration and title
Maintenance and repairs
Accessories
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8. Extending the Life of Your Car
Maintain fluid levels.
Perform routine maintenance.
Keep your car in a garage.
Preserve the exterior.
Preserve the interior.
Follow wise driving habits.
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