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What You Should Avoid Telling the Car Dealer?

Most people are apprehensive when shopping for a car. Probably they are afraid that they will utter the wrong words when negotiating on the price. This process does not have to be nerve wrecking with the availability of the internet today. Shoppers can negotiate for car prices with their dealers when they have the right information acquired from the internet. This in turn enables them to get the best deals.

It is simple to find basic information such as features, reviews and options on the web for any car that you would like to buy. The essence of doing this research prior to meeting with a car dealership Lebanon expert is that the information you acquire will place you in a position to get the best deals. It is ill advised to trust every word that the car dealership in Springfield and Ohio companies tell you.

Since the level of competition in the car dealership business in Ohio and the world over is quite high, consumers have got a higher leverage. It is not unusual for consumers to cross shop in a bid to get the best deal. Even as they do this, it is vital to know exactly what words to say and which ones to avoid.

What to Avoid Saying

1. Monthly Payments
Never speak about monthly payments with the car dealer before you settle on the price of the car. Your main concentration should be on negotiating the best price. When you talk of monthly payments everything gets confusing and the dealer may take advantage of this to get a higher price for the car. This notion has been supported by car dealerships experts in Lebanon, Ohio and across the globe.

2. Do not mention Trade INs
Avoid informing the dealer that you have any interest in trading in the car. Usually, the traders move cash around hence it would not be in the interest of the buyer to mention upfront any intentions of trading in the car. If the dealer is privy to such information, they will access the value of the car and give you a low price for it as compared to the market rate. However, if you first negotiate for the price, you probably will get a good deal by making a trade in. Take note that each time you add in the trade in value of your vehicle, the numbers will move back and forth.
3. Do Not Show Desperation
Never tell the dealer that you are desperate to purchase the car. Such information will only make the car dealer quote a higher price.

4. Do not inform the Dealer of your Intention to Pay Cash
As dealers negotiate for the purchase price, usually they anticipate that they will make more money through financing. So, if you inform him or her that you would like to make cash payment, then you will get a higher quote since the dealer has no room of making extra cash.
Finally, it is fine to inform the dealer that you have done comparison shopping. That way, the car dealers Mason Ohio will be forced to give you the best price possible.

Second Generation Porsche Cayman S launched in India at Rs. 92.27 lakh

The Second Generation Porsche Cayman S offers off an outstanding sports car experience combined with the practicality of everyday driving


The beauty & the beast got just better. German luxury car maker Porsche has launched the second generation Cayman S sports car in India, priced at Rs. 92.27 lakh. The second generation Cayman S was unveiled last year at Los Angeles Motor Show.

The new Cayman S is powered by a 3.4L flat six cylinder petrol engine which pumps out 321 Bhp of power. It has PDK dual clutch automatic transmission and can sprint from 0-100 Kmph in 4.9 seconds. It has a top speed of 281 Kmph. The new Cayman S is 30 Kg lighter than the previous model and hence has better performance and fuel efficiency.

The new Cayman S has some detailing in the headlamp and taillamps. The massive 19” alloy wheels are standard. The interior of the car has been redesigned with a 7” touchscreen display being the highlight. Optional features include Burmester audio system and dual colour leather interior.


Here is what, Mr. Anil Reddi, Director of Porsche India said during the launch: “It is built for driving through bends like few other sports cars and offers an outstanding sports car experience combined with the practicality of everyday driving.”

Ford Ecosport Engine Variants & Trims, Mileage

Ford Ecosport with a class leading fuel efficiency of its Petrol and Diesel motors could change the face of SUVs in India


Renault Duster has been a hit in India not just because of its looks but also for its fuel efficiency. Now a real challenger to the Duster, the Ecosport from Ford has some real good approved fuel efficiency figures which will definitely put it in the top of the sales chart.

According to the sources, Ford Ecosport will come with 2 Petrol and 1 Diesel engine option. There will be 4 variants and 10 trim levels to offer.

Engine Options

1)1.0L Ecoboost Turbocharged Petrol
Capacity: 998 cc
Cylinders: 3
Power: 123 Ps
Torque: 170 Nm
Trasnmission: 5 Speed Manual
Fuel Effeiciency: 18.9 Kmpl

2) 1.5L Ti-VCT Natually Aspirated Petrol
Capacity: 1498 cc
Cylinders: 4
Power: 112 Ps
Torque: 140 Nm
Trasnmission: 5 Speed Manual / 6-speed PowerShift Automatic
Fuel Effeiciency: 15.8 Kmpl (MT) / 15.6 Kmpl (AT)

3) 1.5L TDCi Diesel
Capacity: 1498 cc
Cylinders: 4
Power: 91 Ps
Torque: 204 Nm
Trasnmission: 5 Speed Manual
Fuel Effeiciency: 22.7 Kmpl

Trim levels with each Engine Variant

Ford EcoSport 1.5L TDCi Diesel will be available in -  Ambiente, Trend, Titanium and Titanium (O)
Ford EcoSport 1.0L Petrol will be available in - Titanium & Titanium (O) only
Ford EcoSport 1.5L Ti-VCT Petrol (Manual Transmission) will be available in - Ambiente, Trend & Titanium
Ford EcoSport 1.5 Ti-VCT Petrol (Automatic Transmission) will be available in -Titanium only

Ford Ecosport Price & Launch


Ford has till now not revealed any details about the Ecosport’s pricing. Ford has been saying that it will price Ecosport competitively. Some automotive websites have mentioned that Ecosport will start at Rs. 5.95 (Ex-showroom). The vehicle is expected to be launched on 25th of June 2013.  Stay tuned for more updates on Ecosport launch and pricing.

Tata Indica Vista facelift spied, to come in 2014

The new 2014 Tata Vista could be a quality B Segment Hatch


The first ever spy picture of Indica Vista facelift has surfaced over the net, thanks to the automotive discussion forum Team-Bhp. Though not much could be deduced from the available picture, there will be major changes to the Vista outlook. Till now we have seen many facelifts on Tata cars which have been just a niptuck jobs, this one, the new Vista will have a sea change from the current model.

The new 2014 Vista will feature a sharper look, inspired by the Manza Hybrid which Tata Motors showcased at 2012 Auto Expo in New Delhi. The expected changes include a refreshed grille, new bumpers, sharper headlamps and taillamps. The dashboard is also likely to be changed, likely to be carried over from Manza or Vista D90 which means the instrument cluster will now move on to the right side instead of center. To remind our readers, Tata Motors had decided to push the instrument cluster to the center to keep the cost down on vehicles exported to international markets which have left hand driving rule. The centrally mounted instrument cluster has an advantage of getting well with both right and left hand driving which the Tata wanted to cash on. This is the reason why we have a centrally mounted instrument cluster on the Nano as well.


Apart from the exterior and interior changes there will also be some engine tweaks to increase the drivability and fuel efficiency of the car. Expect a lot of changes to the built quality, as Tata Motors has promised that its future cars will go through series of checks to make sure its cars are up to the mark of its competitors in terms of quality. The new Vista will be launched at 2014 Auto Expo held in New Delhi and most likely the Indica moniker will be phased out, with the new car being named just Tata Vista. Stay tuned for more updates on the new 2014 Tata Indica Vista facelift!

Nissan Micra Active Price in New Delhi


Nissan Micra Active XE Petrol Price in New Delhi: 3,50,000

Nissan Micra Active XL Petrol Price in New Delhi: 4,01,699

Nissan Micra Active XV Petrol Price in New Delhi: 4,39,881

Nissan Micra Active XV S Petrol Price in New Delhi: 4,71,061


*All prices Ex-showroom New Delhi as of 16-07-2013. Prices may change. 


Honda Amaze diesel to give 25.8 Km a liter


Honda Amaze diesel to deliver class leading fuel efficiency of 25.8 Kmpl, 10% higher than its competitor Swift Dzire.


We all know how good Honda is in making engines. Here is another example of class leading technology, the EarthDreams 1.5L diesel engine which powers the Amaze in India will deliver ARAI certified 25.8 Kmpl. This makes Honda Amaze, the most fuel efficient car in India.

The 1.5L i-DTech engine from Honda delivers 100Ps of power and 200 Nm of torque and with 25.8 Kmpl of fuel efficiency, its a remarkable feet by archived by Honda on its first diesel engine for India. The engine is lighter than most of its competitors, thanks to the new EarthDream technology which also makes the engine cleaner to the environment.


Honda Amaze will compete with Swift Dzire in India. With more power, torque, space, comfort and fuel efficiency, Amaze has an upper hand over Dzire. Honda has to price the Amaze very competitively with Dzire which is most likely to happen as Honda has talked about high localisation of the car.  The petrol variant of Amaze has already reached some of the dealers in Bangalore. Honda Amaze will be officially launched on 11th April in both petrol and diesel avatar.

Stay tuned as we get you the latest updates on Honda Amaze diesel....
Source: Motorbash

Maruti Suzuki to launch SX4 refresh soon

The SX4 refresh gives Maruti some room to compete against the hot sedans Fluidic Verna and Vento.


Maruti Suzuki will launch the faclifted SX4 soon as the vehicle has been spotted at the dealership at New Delhi. The SX4 refresh/facelift features a new chrome grill which looks to be derived from the famous Mercedes sedans. There are some changes to the bumpers and fog lamps as well. In the interior, the SX4 refresh gets dual tone black and beige, the car now being more airy and upmarket.

Apart from these minor changes, there will be no changes in the mechanicals. The SX4 refresh will be powered by the same 1.6L petrol and 1.3L DDiS turbo diesel engine. The car will be launched by the end of this month. Expect a little price hike on the refreshed vehicle.