Chances are that at least once in your lifetime you will be faced with the task of purchasing a new vehicle. This task shouldn't be stressful if you are well prepared. I have worked in Indirect lending in the past and dealt with many car dealerships. I always picked their brains about financing, insurance and how to prepare best for buying a new car. The first thing I did was decide how much I was willing to spend on a new vehicle, and how much I could afford for a monthly payment. This was important because it saved me time looking at vehicles that were out of my affordability range. I personally don't want a ridiculous car payment that prevents me from enjoying life. After all, to me, a vehicle's sole purpose is for going from point A to point B. I have no one to impress and could care less about status. Second, I researched several different makes and models that were in my price range. I thought of the br...