Worksheet for Buying a New Car

Before you negotiate the price of your next new car, use this worksheet to establish the bargaining room.

Model __________________________   Base Price__________________________

Options: Invoice Price* Sticker Price
Transmission: Automatic___Manual___ ________________ ________________
Air Conditioning ________________ ________________
Engine: Size______ ________________ ________________
Audio System: AM-FM___w/cassette___w/CD___ ________________ ________________
Brakes: Antilock___ Power-assisted___ ________________ ________________
Power Locks ________________ ________________
Seats: Power___ Heated___ Leather___ ________________ ________________
Rear Window: Wiper___ Defroster___ ________________ ________________
Wheels and Tires:
      Alloy Wheels ________________ ________________
      All Season Tires ________________ ________________
Mirrors and Lights: ________________ ________________
Illuminated Dual Vanity Mirrors ________________ ________________
Map Lights ________________ ________________
Exterior Power Mirrors ________________ ________________
Alarm System ________________ ________________
Remote Keyless Entry ________________ ________________
Sunroof ________________ ________________
Other: ____________________________
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Totals    

*You can get the invoice price by looking at the dealer's invoice or reviewing car publications.