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I am on the market to purchase a new-to-me vehicle through financing. I am looking for recommendations on the best dealerships, the best deal etc. My past experience is trying to be convinced to buy something even though it surpassed my monthly budget by $100-200. I have never had a car payment before so I am looking for someone who is looking out for my best interest and not just trying to sell me the most expensive car on the lot (if that’s possible) LOL and someone who can succeed in getting me the best deal! If anybody has any insight that would be awesome!  
 
Edited by Amaxinlin, 2019-08-03 08:40:34

We got ours from Murray Chebrolet 3 years ago....... until now after sales customer service is superb. I just told them my price range for financing will try to look for the best that will suit your budget. The two people (agents) helped me there was Andrew Gray and George Tahan. They are still there and are very helpful. Hope this helps......

We have bought our last several (used) cars for cash. Then we "pay" ourselves a bit each month to use for repairs as needed. When we crunched the numbers, we almost always come out ahead of what we would have made in payments by a 2:1 margin even when we've had to do a lot of repairs.  
 
By the time the cars start to cost too much to repair (i.e. we could buy a new one) or start needing signficant amount of work beyond routine stuff to keep it safe, we just get a new one, but we can generally get years and years of service out of it before we get to that point. Most cars on the road have 50-75% of their life left.  
 
As for where, we've bought from brokers, privately off Kijiji, and from various dealerships over the years. They have all been good experiences, but it also requires patience. We have looked for the "just right" vehicle for over 6 months in some cases before making a purchase to find one that ticks all the boxes.  
 
I know that's not exactly what you're looking for, but I thought I would offer that perspective as you decide on this big purchase! Good luck with your car hunt!

Daren at first street first, he's the one with the giant Herb tarlek statue out on Richman past first. if he doesn't have it he can get it. Ive purchased two from him.

Andy is super knowledgeable and always ready to help. If they don't have it he will look for it.

Try Marshall motors. They are very honest and will bring in whatever you need. If you are dealing with a private used car lot just do your research and google