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Costs of Buying A Car Part 2

Costs of Buying A Car Part 2. Because cars still cost money. Question:. What’s a warranty? And Why do Cars Have them?. Warranties. Manufacturer’s Warranty Typically lasts 1-5 years and/or is based on mileage Covers costs of repair for various parts of the car if they fail

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Costs of Buying A Car Part 2

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  1. Costs of Buying A Car Part 2 Because cars still cost money.

  2. Question: What’s a warranty?And Why do Cars Have them?

  3. Warranties Manufacturer’s Warranty • Typically lasts 1-5 years and/or is based on mileage • Covers costs of repair for various parts of the car if they fail Dealer Warranties • Offered and specifically written by thedealer. • Terms and conditions can vary greatly. As – is Warranty • No expressed or implied warranty. • If you buy a car and have problems with it, you must pay for any repairs yourself.

  4. Question: What’s an Extended Warranty (Service Contract)?

  5. Service Contracts Before deciding to buy a service contract, find out: • The cost • Which repairs the contract covers • Whether the warranty already covers the same repairs • Whether the vehicle is likely to need repairs and, if so, the potential cost of repairs • Whether there is a deductible and, if so, what it is • Whether repairs and service can be performed at locations other than at the dealership • Whether the contract covers incidental expenses such as towing • Whether the dealer or company offering the service is reputable • Whether you can purchase the service contract later

  6. Question: What is auto-insurance?Who needs it?What is it for?

  7. Types of Auto-Insurance Liability (40-50% of premium) • Bodily injury coverage • Property damage coverage (damage to another person’s car) Collision (up to 30% of premium) • Pays for physical damage to your car in a collision • Limited by deductible (i.e. what you pay in a collision) Comprehensive (about 12% of premium) • Pays for damage to your car caused by vandalism, hail storms, floods, theft, etc.

  8. Other Types of Insurance Medical • Covers medical payments for driver and passengers injured in accident Uninsured Motorist • Reimburses you for bodily injury in accidents caused by uninsured motorists Rental Reimbursement • Pays a specific amount per day to rent a car while your car is being fixed

  9. How Insurance Rates are Set Personal Characteristics • Age • Gender • Marital Status • Type and Frequency of Vehicle Use Geographic Location • Rural = lower rates • Urban = higher rates Driving Record • Number of accidents • Number of tickets • Number of years without accidents Vehicle Characteristics • Type/model of car • Damage/repair/theft record • Age of car

  10. Question: How else can you get a car to drive besides buying a car?

  11. Leasing a Vehicle Advantages Disadvantages Smaller initial outlay than down payment when buying on credit/finance Monthly lease payments may be less than monthly finance payments Lease agreement provides detailed records for business purposes Often, all service charges related to maintenance are included in lease, so there is no additional money needed for regular maintenance No ownership interest in the vehicle Must meet requirements similar to applying for credit Additional costs occur (such as for extra mileage past lease amount, certain repairs, ending lease early)

  12. Assignment: Have a look at newspaper offers for cars…what do they mean?…finish up any outstanding work…

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