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Senior Consumer Advice Editor Philip Reed
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Senior Consumer Advice Editor Philip Reed explains the best process to use to shop and buy your next car. (Photo courtesy of Edmunds Video)

V and Senior Consumer Advice Editor Philip Reed
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Road Test Editor Brian Moody outlines a step-by-step buying process with Philip Reed. (Photo courtesy of Edmunds Video)

Making a list
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Make a list of what you need the vehicle to do and the luxury features you want on your next new car. (Photo courtesy of Edmunds Video)

Comparison tab
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Use the Comparison tab to find out what cars compete with the one you are considering. (Photo courtesy of Edmunds Video)

Edmunds Quick Quote
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Use Edmunds Quick Quote to e-mail the dealership's Internet department asking how much they charge for the car you are considering. (Photo courtesy of Edmunds Video)

Philip Reed and Brian Moody
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Philip Reed and Brian Moody discuss car buying strategies during a visit to a local car lot. (Photo courtesy of Edmunds Video)


How To

How To Find the Right Car for You Video

A Two-Part Video on Finding and Buying a Car
By Philip Reed, Senior Consumer Advice Editor
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Click here for the How to Find the Right Car for You Video - Part 1 Edmunds.com video

Click here for the How to Find the Right Car for You Video - Part 2 Edmunds.com video

How do you find the right car that will suit your needs for years to come? This two-part video breaks the process into simple steps from the research stage to the test-drive. Make a smart, safe, affordable choice by watching, "Choosing the Right Car for You."

After watching this video, for more information read "10 Steps to Finding the Right Car For You." Or, following these links for buying and leasing advice.


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