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Why Purchase A Car From Honda Car Deals Watertown NY 

You can buy a car from different sources. Depending on your car preferences and budget, you can opt to buy a car online, from a private party, or local auto dealerships.

If you’re planning to buy a car but still don’t know where, consider purchasing from a Honda Car Deal in Watertown, New York, and nearby cities. Buying from them enables you to enjoy a lot of benefits that you can’t get from anywhere else.

You want your car-buying experience to be memorable for all the right reasons. Aside from helping you achieve this goal, here are some other reasons why you should definitely buy a car from Honda Car Deals:

  1. They Can Provide More Options

Different people are looking for different things in a car. While some are looking for a car that has the most innovative safety features, others are paying more attention to the comfort of the driver and passengers will experience while being inside the car.

If you don’t want to run out of options, buy a car from Honda Car Deals. This dealership sells different car models, allowing you to buy one that suits your preferences and budget.

You can browse through their site, check their available car models, and schedule a trip to the dealership as soon as possible. When you know what cars are available in Honda Car Deals, it’ll be easier for you to narrow down your search and manage your expectations.

  1. They Offer OneOf The Best Financing Options

A car comes with an expensive price tag. This is one of the reasons why, even though people want to buy one, people end up not buying a car, even though they want and need one. If you’re one of them, don’t worry. Honda Car Deals can help you out. They can offer different financing options so you can afford the car you want.

Depending on your credit score and price of the car you want to buy, Honda Car Deals can offer short and long-term loans with flexible terms. When you avail any of these financing options, you’ll be able to own the car of your dreams without compromising your budget for your mortgage and other expenses.

  1. They Make Sure That You ExperienceThe Best Customer Service

One of the most common mistakes people have in buying a car is solely looking at the price. Sure, price is an important deciding factor, but this shouldn’t be your only consideration when buying a car.

If you want to experience a smooth car-buying process, you should also pay attention to how the dealership treats you as a customer. Are the sales reps talking to you with respect? Do they provide accurate and prompt answers to all of your questions? Do you feel valued as a customer whenever you step into their business establishment? Customer service is a factor that you should always look for when you’re buying a car.

If you want to create healthy and professional relationships with the people you’re buying a car from, work with Honda Car Deals. The sales reps working in this dealership are trained and skilled to provide you the best customer service you truly deserve. Once you choose to buy a car from them, the entire experience won’t be solely about buying a car – it’s also about creating meaningful friendships with professionals in the industry.

  1. They Can Provide The Assurance Of High-Quality Vehicles

As mentioned, you can buy a car from different sources. You can buy one from private parties or local websites. While buying from these sources is convenient, it doesn’t always guarantee the best results. This is especially true if you’re eyeing to buy from an individual seller. They can lie to you and tell you that the car is in tiptop condition even though it has underlying issues.

If you want to experience peace of mind, buy from Honda Car Deals. All of the cars sold through this dealership has undergone thorough inspections for quality, reliability, functionality, and safety. When you buy from Honda Car Deals, you can also enjoy warranties, which you can’t get from other dealerships and private parties. Because of the deals you can enjoy from Honda Car Deals, buying from them will surely provide value to your money!

Be Fully Prepared

For you to finally own the car of your dreams, start looking for Honda Car Deals near you. Talk to a sales rep and let them know what kind of car you’re looking for. Practice your negotiating skills so you’ll know how to score the best car deal. Act now so you can finally experience the wonders of owning a Honda!

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A Paid-Off Car with High Miles, Not a Brand-New Car with Payments, is a New, Unspoken American Status Symbol

I noticed that back a few years ago, when I lived on the edge of Nashville, where income levels were lower than where I live now in my commuter town, that it was the norm to see so many fellow commuters driving luxury cars, on every side of me… which were obviously leased. Compare that to where I live now- people make more money, but drive older cars; not many Mercedes’ to be seen.

Owning a brand-new car is not worth celebrating, unless the person paid cash for it. Otherwise, the person is paying more money for something they couldn’t afford in the first place.

Imagine the irony: A person doesn’t have enough money to buy the product, so they agree to pay even more of the money they don’t have in the first place- in interest.

The Eighties and Nineties are long gone. No longer can we pretend we are doing financially well because of the false status symbols bought with credit. That mentality ended with the Financial Crisis of 2008; which happened to be the year I got married.

I believe our culture is now realizing that the new status symbol is being able to afford more, but choosing to save and invest that money instead.

If anything, the new status symbol is to be able to brag on how little money you paid for a product, not to allow others to believe you spent more. The new status symbol is being able to figure ways to save money and make money on the side, then share that info with everyone else. That has value.

We are living in the aftermath of the Financial Crisis of 2008. My generation is becoming the new version of those who lived through the Great Depression.

Being frugal and in full control of your finances is the ideal; not necessarily making a lot of money, only to continue to struggle to pay the bills and live in debt. Now it’s all about low overhead and living well within your means.

This month makes exactly 13 lucky years that I’ve owned my 2004 Honda Element, with 170,000 miles and a salvaged title; making it worth only about $500. Two years ago, it came within about $25 shy of being totaled, when an albino dear ran into my driver’s side door and wheel. (True story!)

But the way I see it, that car is worth a whole lot more than what I could sell it for.

It’s funny how typically, when a person “buys” a new car, the typical reaction is to be happy for them: “Oh wow! I like your new car! I wish I had something nice and shiny like that!”

When I overhear a conversation like that, I always privately think, “But yeah, now they have to be making monthly payments for the next few years, coupled with the insurance payments that accompany a new car…”

And it’s even worse if the car is leased, because there’s no chance of making any profit when the lease is done; in fact, you may end up having to pay more money if you drove too many miles or caused damage to the car.

So yeah, I am proud to drive my 2004 Honda Element. It’s a bit rusty and my kids complain about having to ride in it because, “It’s so old!”

But hey, it runs and it’s been paid off well over a decade.

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Dear Jack: You’re Halfway to Age 16!

8 years.

Dear Jack,

It’s taken me a few weeks since your recent 8th birthday to realize:

You’re halfway to being age 16. More specifically, you’re halfway there to being able to have a driver’s license.

Mommy and I were talking about it this week.

As we are really focused on investing our money beyond what we are already saving, we were discussing your college and our retirement.

But then Mommy reminded me, “Jack will be driving in 8 years, too. He’s going to need a car.”

I have a feeling that these next 8 years will pass by quicker than the first eight. I wonder what you’re first car will be?

If I’m lucky, you can have my 2004 Honda that I’m driving now so that I can finally get an upgrade.

Love,

Daddy

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Sponsored Post: 3 Tips for Getting the Best Deal when Buying a Car

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Superior Honda, a new and used Honda dealership in Louisiana, partnered with bloggers such as me for this program. As part of this program, I received compensation for my time. They did not tell me what to purchase or what to say about any product mentioned in these posts. Superior Honda believes that consumers and bloggers are free to form their own opinions and share them in their own words. Superior Honda’s policies align with WOMMA Ethics Code, FTC guidelines and social media engagement recommendations.

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Buying a car from anyone is a big deal. Especially when the car is used, there is a lot more research and negotiation when it comes to the deal. Often, if buying from an individual rather than a dealership, it’s a good idea to get your mechanic to take a look at the car. Below are a few of our best tips to get the best deal.

  1. Show Up Physically– auto dealers and salespeople are much more likely to give you leeway in a negotiation if you show up in person rather than start your inquiry by email or phone. While we do receive a lot of phone calls, it is mostly for basic questions. Once someone is actually interested in discussing the best car for them, they really need to come in, otherwise I think they may not be very serious about their purchase.

  1. Go to a Dealership– while used car lots have a large selection, they are not usually high quality. The highest quality used cars that you will find are going to be located at dealerships. At these locations, you can browse similar priced cars, even if they aren’t used, they may fit your need. Also, salespeople and dealership employees are more knowledgeable than basic used car lots, or buying from an individual.

  1. Don’t Negotiate- well, actually you are going to negotiate, but use your first visit to simple inspect and gain information. Then, go back to the dealership on the last day of the month and see what price they are willing to drop. Another great negotiation tactic is to show up on days with poor weather. These slow days make a potential customer exciting and a salesperson may be more lenient.

Overall, buying a used car is a great idea! They are usually in good condition, last a while, and often can come pre-certified. Talk to your local dealership soon to see what they have to offer!

Max is a marketing assistant for Superior Honda, a new and used Honda dealership in Louisiana.

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I’ve Now Owned My 2004 Honda Element for a Decade; Looking to Trade It In

I’ve Now Owned My 2004 Honda Element for a Decade; Looking to Trade It In Now

It was a decade ago, in January 2006, that I got my first real job out of college. And 10 years later, I’m still at the same place; which is unusual these days, especially for a Millennial like me.

Just a couple of weeks after I got hired, it just so worked out that I was able to get my dream car: a Honda Element.

It’s been a wonderful decade. I’ve had no mechanical issues with it. It’s been faithful.

My Element was the car that my wife and I took our first date in.

It’s the car that I’ve carried our son to and from day care/pre-school each day for the past 5 years.

I’ll always remember the first time I ever asked him a question and he legitimately answered me; it was as I was placing him in his car seat in my Honda element when picked him up from school one day.

I asked him what he did that day at school that day.

To my amazement, he answered me, “I played.”

My 2004 Honda Element has been a great car. I still love my car and I wish they still made Honda Elements.

However, we have another child on the way, due in April. The plan is to trade in my Element for a new car by the time she arrives.

By “new car,” I mean “slightly used” car. I personally fundamentally can’t see myself buying a brand new car when I can get a better value by letting someone else “drive off” the warranty; and therefore, much of the price for me, as I will be the 2nd owner.

I’m looking for a Honda Fit that has between 30,000 and (up to) 60,000 miles on it. That puts us in the budget range we are prepared for.

A week ago at Darrell Waltrip Honda, they evaluated my 2004 Element being worth $5000 as a trade-in. (It has 153,000 miles on it.)

I’ve Now Owned My 2004 Honda Element for a Decade; Looking to Trade It In

My wife and I are planning to trade it in for a “slightly used” Honda Fit. While Fits are smaller than Elements, Fits have 5 seat belts whereas Elements only have 4.

Plus, my car is mainly used just for commuting Monday through Friday; we always drive my wife’s Honda Accord on the weekends and on road trips.

Basically, I’m just looking for a newer, slightly smaller version of what I already have, but also with another passenger seat, as well as cruise control. The way I see it, a Honda Fit is what I’m looking for; a quirky commuter car that will hold its value, like my Element has.

My research has shown me that Honda Fits definitely hold their value.

Because my wife and I are faithful Dave Ramsey followers, we already have the cash in the bank to pay for our “new” car. It’s not that we make more money than the average household in Nashville, because we don’t; that’s not why we are able to pay cash.

It’s instead because we have live by a strict budget where every dollar has its place, so that we tell our money where to go… instead of our money telling us where to go.

We are not in a desperate situation where we have to hurry up and by a car. We obviously will not be making payments on it or paying interest. When the time is right and the perfect Honda Fit presents itself, we shall strike.

The money will be paid. The car will be purchased. Sale complete.

Our plan from there is to eventually trade in my wife’s 2006 Honda Accord for possibly a “slightly used” Honda CR-V.

I am happy about moving forward with a newer vehicle and I am happy for whoever ends up with my Honda Element next. Ole “Jedi” has been good to me.

As for now, a decade later, it’s a year of change and new beginnings.