Driving with J9: What the car salesperson doesn't tell you when buying a new car
If you're considering buying a new or used car anytime soon, this episode of Driving with J9 is precisely what you need to hear right now.
What should you know before you walk into a car dealership? Are balloon payments a good idea or not? And just when is the best time to make a deal on the showroom floor? What are the extra costs added to your vehicle finance on top of the vehicle price — like on-the-road costs?
Former car salesman Jason Williams shares candid advice with News24 Motoring editor Janine van der Post in the latest episode.
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