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confused buying new or used...buy with confidence from dealer or private...consumer fears...paying to much...getting a lemon...accident car...fair value for trade...negotiation process...etc...you simply want a fair deal...

Experience in the area

over 30 years in automotive industry, management, retail, wholesale, appraisals, auctions, vintage

What do you like about this subject?

Having the professional experience to answer all questions...

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

today you simply type a few keywords into your search engine and thousand of links are at your fingertips with advice, but little has changed dealerships still have the upperhand and profit more than ever...WHY... Whats the point having all the answers in front of you if you dont follow the proper steps

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:

unless your a professional with many years experience in this business...dont think your in the know ...becauce your angle is covered

Something controversial or provocative about this subject

have a trade ?...visit 3 Dealerships...and i guarantee 3 different values on your trade.......................................... Go shopping without the proper tools, and you will be a pigeon dealing with a shark

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Recent Answers from Ray Paulsen

2009-11-04 Another Non-Resident question:

Hi Kheyri First I must confess I had no idea where Azerbaijan was located, I have hear it mention through small talk but never paid attention, I did a google and some study, and must say I am very impressed

2009-11-02 1999 Audi A6 2.8L Gas:

Hi Roshan You got expensive taste with cars, lol,with excellent choices, the Km's or being 11 years old don't bother me. But should either vehicle encounter mechanical issues after purchase you better

2009-11-01 car loan:

Hey Scott, Something is not right here, what you're saying can't be, if it is then legal answers must be explained. If you care to explain in more detail leave a phone number along with best time

2009-10-21 non resident:

As for selling I don't see a problem, Insurance becomes another matter, International drivers license and driving record from your current Insurance provider you will be able to submit to get the best

2009-10-20 non resident:

Hi Glen Interesting question, my son a few years back went to Australia bought an old VW camper Van, did the whole coast line and was able to sell it for same price after a 3 month journey " I think

 

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