...How to Buy a Perfect Used Car Used car buying is a huge industry to people and dealerships. New cars are so expensive that it makes a huge demand for used cars. A good thing about buying used is you can get a nice used car for a lot cheaper than new. You can also buy a used car that ends up being a money pit. There are ways to prevent that from happening. Used car buying can be easy and stress free with the help of some tips. • First thing you want to do is research different cars. You want to make sure the car you buy is one that you would love to drive. Buying a car is one of the biggest investments in life and you want to make sure you it’s one you’d want to drive every day. • Once you find the car you would love to have, look up what people and dealerships are asking for that specific vehicle. Kelly Blue Book is a good reference to car buying. It will tell you how much to pay and what they sell for. You could also look up reviews. Whenever I buy a car I look It up in Kelly Blue Book and get a lot of information about it. • After finding a fair price that the car is worth then you have to decide whether you are going to buy from private party or from a dealership. Private party is usually a lot cheaper but can cause way more money in the long run if you don’t know for sure what you are buying. With a dealership you will be paying a little more, but have more peace of mind knowing the dealership went through everything making sure the vehicle was in good working order...
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...Stress can happen to anyone at any time. People always mistake stress as only negative things, but there are both good and bad stress. First of all, what is stress or the definition of it? Stress is “Any event or environmental stimulus that we respond to because we perceive it as challenging or threatening” (Pastorino 504). In simpler terms, any event that a person encounters that could be difficult or threatening can give an individual stress. All of our reactions to it differ to every type of stressor. Our bodily reactions are also included to how we react to stress. After that, we deal with the stress by coping. Stressors can be divided into sub categories like catastrophes, major life events, daily hassles, and conflicts. Major life events...
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...concepts of value in marketing discipline might be integrated. After the process of product valuation for consumers has been made clear. In the proposed model, product benefits, logistic benefits, and costs are defined in terms of consumers' perception in the activities of acquisition, consumption and maintenance, as well as consumers' expectation of personal values satisfaction before buying. Finally, the implications of consumption behavior analysis for marketing strategy are discussed. Many consumers experience anxiety when consumers decide and buy a car it is because buying a car not only travel for those people travel more than in office of course need most suitable car for them. Often the buying process involves negotiating with a dealer or vendor that consumers perceive as having negotiated benefits such as the search for better information, and negotiating leverage. This is a purchase as seriously as the commitment of several years of future payments, taxes, maintenance and operation. Most spend a lot of time in the car they buy. Because of these important levels of economic and social stress can be high. Consumers are more...
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...Cundiff Supply and Demand Paper 08/25/2013 The one good that I purchased and have experience with is buying a new car. Buying a new car was very beneficial for me, but I had to shop around at many car lots before I chose the car that I bought. The reason I had to shop around is because the type of car that I wanted was not available at a few of the places I went due to the economy. That is one of a few reasons why a certain car may not be available in a certain area. The supply and demand for cars can change in a matter of hours, because of the economy. It takes money to pay workers to make cars and it takes money for potential customers to shop around for those cars. If the economy is not doing so well, then that means that jobs will be hard to find and the demand for cars will start to decrease. The price of gas may fluctuate and that changes the demand for cars, because people choose to use public transportation instead. When the demand for cars starts to decrease then the supply of the cars will start to decrease, because they are not selling enough to make room for the others. Another factor that could change the supply and demand of cars is the weather. That sounds crazy, but it’s true. A lot of our cars in the U.S. comes from overseas. Japan is well-known for their import cars and many people in this country buy those types of cars. If there are a lot of hurricanes during hurricane season then the supply could start to decrease due to the...
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...is a part of life, it’s how we choose to live as an individual, however it can cause stress, and affect the dynamic of your life, and life happens. I will like my viewers to understand what a, Credit Score is, According to Neighbor Works America, a numerical value based on the analysis of a credit report that is used by creditors to predict how likely an individual is to repay a new loan, (Doris Barrell, 2015 pg. 344) a credit score is called, (According to Neighbor Works America,) “ FICO, reports and the company that developed the system, (Doris Barrell, 2015 pg. 346) a system of scoring credit there are different types of models used in the industry of credit, with a high fico score of 850 is a very good...
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...Keeping the audience and placement of the advertisement as well as the rhetorical appeals can creative a successful advertisement. The trick is being able to combine all aspects effectively in a short time period of a commercial. One may never notice, but we are subjected to these appeals every day. Learning to identify these appeals can help the audience better understand what they are being told, and even make one become a better rhetor. The Subaru Legacy "Jr Driver" commercial is an example of the correct way to create an advertisement. The commercial is correctly geared towards the audience who will be buying their product. The commercial is played on appropriate stations the intended audience would be watching. The use of ethos establish credibility with the company, making the audience feel secure the company knows how to make a safe and reliable vehicle, and that the Legacy is the best choice for their family. The use of pathos makes the audience feel an emotional connection with the commercial and the vehicle. They see the happiness of the father and son, and want to feel that same happiness. Then the use of logos ties the entire advertisement together. The audience sees that vehicle will last the on screen family a long time. The audience wants to buy a vehicle that will last them a long time, so logically they should choose to buy the Subaru...
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...changing the way certain people approach car buying and are thus creating new market segments. Consumers expect businesses to address environmental influence on how products and services are delivered, and to work with the natural environment instead of slowly destroying it. Also people Consumer behavior is deeply influenced by factors, such as buyer’s culture, subculture and social class and age. Each generation will search for, select and purchase a product or service for use and disposal based on personal wants and needs. Each of these groups is a different segment of the market. For example a business wants to cater to those between the ages of 17-30 they do market research to find what type of vehicle appeals to this particular group. 2. Describe the values held by this emerging group of drivers that incline them toward car sharing programs. The drivers who use the car sharing are attracted to the program because of it is affordable. The program can offer access to a car without the stress of car ownership hassles such as routine maintenance and auto insurance, nor will they risk losing their car if they cannot afford to pay it. It is also convenient for low-income households as it enables us they money they would usually use for a car payment toward other household or personal expenses.  Car-sharing services also cater to certain demographics because they provide the practical aspects of car ownership. The increasing business of car-sharing has already begun to encroach...
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...Stress is one of the leading causes of the common health problems. If we have a stressful life, we can get mad easily and then we may lose our health. Without health there is no meaning of living. There are some reasons that can cause stress. One of the major causes of stress for almost everyone is money. Everybody needs money for living a good quality life. Unfortunately, only a few people are able to earn enough money to have a better life. Of course money is not the only reason, however; we need money for materials we use for living like car, home, food, etc. For example, a father who can’t buy her daughter the dress she wanted is full of stress. Instead of buying the dress, he only has enough money to pay the bills. It is such a harsh situation for a father. That could knock him down. We all have bills to pay. Some people even can’t pay their bills. That means stressful days are ahead. On the other hand, if you still have a job and you earn some money then you are a lucky person. Probably, you can survive with the stress of not having enough money. However, if you lose your job, now the stress hits the top of your head. Money is never enough to live non-stressful life. We have to choose our husband/wife very carefully. Instead of being rational if we decide without analyzing in depth, we may not be able to see which disagreements shall appear in the future. In fact, people who get married at a young age can divorce after a few years. Sometimes we found our perfect soul...
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...changing the way certain people approach car buying and are thus creating new market segments. Consumers expect businesses to address environmental influence on how products and services are delivered, and to work with the natural environment instead of slowly destroying it. Also people Consumer behavior is deeply influenced by factors, such as buyer’s culture, subculture and social class and age. Each generation will search for, select and purchase a product or service for use and disposal based on personal wants and needs. Each of these groups is a different segment of the market. For example a business wants to cater to those between the ages of 17-30 they do market research to find what type of vehicle appeals to this particular group. 2. Describe the values held by this emerging group of drivers that incline them toward car sharing programs. The drivers who use the car sharing are attracted to the program because of it is affordable. The program can offer access to a car without the stress of car ownership hassles such as routine maintenance and auto insurance, nor will they risk losing their car if they cannot afford to pay it. It is also convenient for low-income households as it enables us they money they would usually use for a car payment toward other household or personal expenses. Car-sharing services also cater to certain demographics because they provide the practical aspects of car ownership. The increasing business of car-sharing has already begun to encroach...
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...Driverless cars: applying existing laws to innovative technologies won't work With changing needs and advanced technology humans are able to create variety of innovative products. Simon Hobday, energy partner at Osborne Clarke writes this article about driverless cars. The good news for the governments and manufacturers backing a driverless car revolution, however, is that 46% of us would appear to have no qualms about being driven around by a computer. With testing due to start this year in Bristol, Coventry, Greenwich and Milton Keynes, it’s now vital for the UK government to win over opponents and “don’t knows” alike. These cars are intelligent transport mix is important element of a smart city and that is what the government is aiming to build. These cars will be able to access targeted, fast and efficient transport systems as well as will have the biggest impact on the wellbeing of the citizens and economic growth. One of the major effects of driverless cars is that a reduction will be seen in car ownership. Mostly cars will be used for specific journey types and shall be hired for short periods. Another change would be fuel consumption will be reduced along with carbon and particular emissions. The other benefits include increasing mobility and safety of the elders, blind and disabled. There’s also the potential for stress reduction and the eradication of road rage. Driverless cars could be a huge force for good, but buying into the concept is a huge leap for many. However...
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...and Demand The area where I have the most experience in is in the car industry. I am a 35 year old man and I am fortunate that I have had many opportunities to buy cars in my lifetime. I have haggled many prices, enjoyed low interest rates, low payments as well as enjoyed different kinds of cars since I was 18 years old. I have also been on a short end of a deal where I bought a stolen car from a private owner that posted it in a car magazine for sale, long story short, I lost the car and the money I paid for it. So, I believe that I have a lot of experience in this area. Now, the car industry for years was booming before the tragic events of 9-11 and because of these events, prices in gas began to rise dramatically. This is one factor that causes a crucial hit to supply and demand. At one point, the Ford Expedition and Ford Explorer were the top selling automobiles because they were affordable, safe, and over all a nice car. Families could enjoy trips to grandma's house or a theme park with no hassle at all. When gas rises because of a war in the Middle East, we pay for it here at the pump. Gas prices in the United States were around $2. 50 to $3.00 before the events of 9-11. In some places they have soared to $5.00 dollars and have gone as high as $6.00. This effects every hard working person in the United States. Because this effects many people here at home, people may not want to buy bigger cars because of the cost to fill up at the pump. If Expeditions, Explorers and...
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...evaluation process. A consumer looks at a lot before making a purchase, the first thing is, if the product is what they want, and need. Depending on what they are purchasing if it will fit their style. The consumer buying decisions have three categories routine response, limited decisions making and extensive decision making. 2. What is Cognitive dissonance? When people recognize inconsistency between their values or opinions and their values or opinions and their behavior, they tend to feel an inner tension. An example of this would be the advantages and disadvantages of owning a smaller car one advantage would be better gas mileage to disadvantage would be comfort and room. 3. Recall an occasion when you experience cognitive dissonance about a purchase. Describe the event and explain what you did about it. The only thing I can think that would be close to this is I used to get my nails done, but when my finances changed because of the cost I had to stop having them done. I only buy the necessities. I have always watched my spending I don’t mind depending on the product paying a little more for a better product. 4. Name at least two particular products or services that are at higher risk of causing cognitive dissonance. Why? I would say buying a car would be one product that would cause cognitive dissonance. With the high gas prices everyone wants a vehicle that is economical without giving up comfort and room. When purchasing a vehicle you have...
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...advancements in 100% electric cars. The company promotes its products through the use of articles in magazines such as Wired Magazine. Wired Magazine is a magazine that does reports about new products in the technological industry and how these products affect our culture, the environment, and certain political aspects. Tesla wants the public to be informed about its new revolutionary products. If the company only promoted in magazines however, it wouldn’t be able to attract a very wide audience; for this reason, Tesla uses other means of communications such as short promotional videos. These videos interview owners to talk about their experiences with the cars, talk about products themselves, and others show the execution of activities to demonstrate the products and their features. The short videos of Tesla focus on promoting the quality of their products in a more attractive way for potential clients. In the videos you can see a person driving the vehicle showing its efficiency and style. The videos stress certain characteristics of the car through the use of multiple words such as “design”, “performance”, “100% electric”, and “style” which look attractive to the target audience. After the public sees these videos, Tesla has to find a way for the potential client to view the car and give a more thought out opinion. Tesla has various show rooms where the client has the opportunity to see the cars up close and personal and get a feel for what the car truly is. If the client is...
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...affect on the societal structure in terms of the social class standards, between lower, middle, and upper class sections. The dependent variable is consumerism; the rise in spending and its involvement and impact in the economy and social standards of today’s society. Independent variable is the focus of socioeconomic status and social class; concerning the idea that wealth allows greater amounts of consuming, however the lower class strives for similar status in the material and nonmaterial goods. Factors that provide consumerism in society and the economy are the buying of consumer goods, which has expanded in recent decades to national and global lengths. Consumerism is said to be the reason that the U.S. had turned citizens into shoppers, making Americans less free to the economy and the market. Globalization; the process of goods and services over national boundaries, is a rising factor, due to the buying, selling and networking of products globally. Countries like the U.S. China have benefitted by the globalization, but also have impacted their society and culture, from the influence of cultural differences, negatively and positively. Some believe that the dependence on global trade is lessening the sovereignty America has on liberty to our own nation, and the dependence on foreign goods. The change in the labor levels from the post war and industrial revolution days, from Americans being viewed as the hardest working citizens to the largest spending citizens on the globe...
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...budget a lot easier to organize. The rest of the grocery bill was spent at Sobeys. Reason being is because it was spontaneous shopping. Since only doing groceries last week and the box of chicken was purchased because of a shortage at home, the purchase was not mandatory but ended up being a surprise for even myself. Sobeys had sales on food that I regularly purchase at No Frills at the time being, so I decided to take advantage of the opportunity presented to me. I managed to save at least $8.00 so the purchase was smart on my end. I see why marketers research into spontaneous purchases. It gives them a sense when to promote and advertise when consumers purchasing habits suddenly change. Gasoline was a social purchase for my girlfriend’s car, since I borrowed it to drive it to hockey. The purchase for more of a convenience factor for me,...
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