Buying a new car is exciting. There are lots of people who look forward to getting the new car, but might dread the process of actually buying it. There are a lot of things you should know before you go to a dealership. These things will help you make an educated decision about your purchase and allow you to stay in budget as well.

1. Don't Forget About Fees & Extra Costs

First of all, you need to make sure that you are accounting for all of the extra costs of buying a car. When you see a ticket price, this doesn't mean that it is the final cost. There are a lot of other fees associated with it. So if you want to be out the door for $10,000 then you don't choose a car that has a ticket price of $10,000. There will be dealer fees, taxes, registration and car insurance that you will have to pay each month.

Additionally, know that some fees are negotiable and others are not. You cannot get out of registration and taxes, but in some cases you can get the dealer to work with you on the extra fees that they do. Accounting for these extra costs can help you stay in budget.

2. There Is a Lot of Difference in Prices from Dealer to Dealer

Don't think that just because you found one deal at one dealer that it means that all the other dealers have the same price. Dealers get the cars for different prices and they choose the price they will ask for based on what they want their profits to be. Thus, you can get significantly different prices on cars if you look around and shop around. Don't be afraid to go different places and ask for their best deals. You can also try buying from private sellers. Researching the prices will help you ensure you get the best deal.

3. Go During the Down Time

Lastly, if at all possible try to buy a car during the least busy time of the day or week. Too many people buy cars on Saturdays and when you have that much competition from other buyers the dealer is less likely to work with you to give you the best possible deal. Instead, go during the middle of the week, or during the middle of the day when people aren't shopping for cars. You will be most likely to get a deal.

By knowing these things you can stay in budget when getting a car. To learn more, contact dealerships such as Audi Brooklyn.