As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing getting the best price on a car that hasn’t yet hit the lots, buying a reasonably priced car that will appreciate in value, and…

It seems that Evan’s beloved 2004 Ford Ranger has finally succumbed to winters in the Northeast and may not pass inspection due to the rust. It’s time for another vehicle to haul stuff and do light off-roading. What car should he buy?

As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help people out. This week we’re discussing the risks of buying a car in the first year of production, certified pre-owned cars being sold “as-is,” and why it’s so hard…

BMW is set to release a pair of 500 horsepower compact crossovers upon the world. No use in fighting it, that is what people want. But buyers should be aware that the giant M button on the steering wheel that is supposed to give you MAXIMUM M, is a button of lies.

Thomas is an architect in the midwest looking for a comfortable crossover that can haul his two boys, have a reasonable carbon footprint, and not send the wrong message to his potential clients. What car should he buy?

There was a time when nearly every luxury sport sedan could be had with a manual gearbox. Now both BMW and Audi have abandoned that market, and a scrappy newcomer called the Genesis G70 carries the row-your-own gears torch. There’s not many out there, however. Get one while you can.

More often than not a pre-owned model will offer more value than a new one, since it’s already taken the depreciation hit. While some cars don’t quite suffer from the same drop as others, a new study from iSeeCars.com reveals the vehicles with the most dramatic savings versus their new counterparts in 2019.

As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing taxes and fees when buying out of state, what “dealer prep” means, and the need for insurance on a car with a loan.

Steven cruises around in a humble Nissan Versa while his better half rocks a Corvette Stingray. He likes the fuel economy and low maintenance, but it can be a bit embarrassing when clients spot his ride. It’s time for something a little nicer. What car should he buy?

Online car shopping should not be difficult, but some dealerships continue to sabotage the process. One of the more frustrating phrases is when a dealer puts “call for price” on their ads, but I found a new one that is even worse: “call for mileage.”

As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing negotiating an order on a new Volvo V60, tuning a Honda Civic and importing a car from Canada for one minor option.

Dan has had a batch of bad luck. He recently went through a divorce, and his old BMW crapped out just as he started a new job. He is looking for something enjoyable, reliable and practical for two kids and gear for under $20,000. What car should he buy?

Well, friends, it looks like Hollywood is about to take another beloved toy and turn it into a cash gra—I mean movie. But this time it’s a bit more personal for us car nuts because it is Hot Wheels that’s getting its own live-action picture. This could be awesome or terrible. What would be your ideas to make it not…

When it comes to deciding on a new car, price isn’t everything. But it’s a big one. Almost everyone researches car online and even use an automaker’s website to configure a car with the options and features they want before going into the dealer. The problem is that some brands are a little bit sneaky about posting…

Unless you buy some collectible exotic, you can bet that your sweet new ride is going to depreciate in value as soon as you drive it off the lot. But some cars take that hit much better than others. Kelley Blue Book has released their best resale list for 2019 is it’s mostly what you would expect, except for a…

As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing the price premium on all-wheel-drive cars, the best time to buy a Boxster, and one writer’s longing for Audi Avants.

Clark lives in Beverly Hills, but he isn’t quite on the level of some of the folks cruising around in new Ferraris. Relatable, I know. But he has the exotic car bug with a six-figure budget—and somehow that doesn’t make his decision any easier. What car should he buy?

There is a bit of excitement right now about the all-new 2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback, a stylish small car that is fun to drive—and even available with a manual transmission. However, the new Corolla hatch starts at $21,000 and maxes out around $24,000, which can make it a tough sell against the Mazda 3 and Honda…

As Jalopnik’s resident car buying expert and professional car shopper, I get emails. Lots of emails. I’ve decided to pick a few questions and try to help out. This week we are discussing, disappearing cheap car loans, the best strategy for cash purchases, finding an inexpensive family car.

Courtney loves her Mini Cooper for zipping around in the city. But now that her little guy is getting bigger and the car is starting to have some issues, it’s time for an upgrade. She needs something comfortable but stylish without being too big. What car should she buy?