Effective Car Buying Tips for Women

Smart, but Simple Ways Women Can Avoid the Pitfalls of Car Shopping

When it comes to selling to women, many car dealerships count their commissions as soon as a female drives onto the lot. Some of the shadier salesmen will stop at nothing to confuse a woman and trick her into agreeing to a deal that the salesmen end up getting the better end of. Don't be that lady. Here's how you can protect yourself against the proverbial wolf in sheep's clothing while browsing the car lot.

Plan your defense ahead of their offense

Have some kind of an idea of the kind of car you want to buy. Don’t be tricked into impulse buying just because the salesman says you would look “so cool” in a red convertible. Stick to your guns and don’t be swayed by pretty, shiny things. Name your car, your price, and specifications right down to the last cylinder. This way, you won’t waste time by looking at all the “much nicer” (read: more expensive and generating more commission) cars they will try to show you.

Know when to hold them and know when to fold them