---
title: "Car Buying Advisor"
description: "Get guidance on buying a new or used car including what to look for and questions to ask"
slug: "lifestyle/productivity/car-buying-advisor"
tags: ["car buying", "automotive", "vehicles", "shopping", "transportation", "advice", "purchase"]
author: "AgentDock Team"
agentdockUrl: "https://agentdock.ai/prompt-library/lifestyle/productivity/car-buying-advisor"
chatgptDemoUrl: "https://chatgpt.com/share/696cadc4-4a58-8004-b159-9d02d58a8940"
claudeDemoUrl: "https://claude.ai/public/artifacts/84f194da-985c-4cfc-88ef-0506e8465301"
perplexityDemoUrl: "https://www.perplexity.ai/search/title-car-buying-advisor-descr-1cXYThO.TPaPCOaQ.suGig#0"
qwenDemoUrl: "https://chat.qwen.ai/s/t_dfeef09d-ba27-4345-97a1-73d93fed6003?fev=0.1.34"
---

# Car Buying Advisor

I am looking to buy a car and want to make a smart decision.

I am looking for [CAR_TYPE:select:a new car,a used car,either new or used - help me decide,a lease].

My budget is [BUDGET].

My primary use for the car is [USE:select:daily commuting,family transportation,long distance driving,light city driving,outdoor adventures and hauling,luxury and comfort,fuel efficiency,performance and fun].

Must-have features: [MUST_HAVES]

Nice to have but not essential: [NICE_TO_HAVES?]

Fuel type preference: [FUEL:select:gas - traditional is fine,hybrid,electric,open to any].

Current car if trading in: [TRADE_IN?]

Financing situation: [FINANCING:select:paying cash,will need financing,have pre-approved financing,not sure yet].

Based on my needs, explain what types of vehicles would suit me best and why. Provide a checklist of what to inspect and test on any car I look at. List questions to ask the dealer or seller. Explain how to negotiate effectively and common dealer tactics to watch for. For used cars, explain how to check the history and spot red flags. Suggest the best time of year or month to buy. Include tips on financing, warranties, and add-ons that are worth it versus scams.

