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Mike's $12,000 Loss: Bought a sports car for daily 50-mile commute. Terrible fuel economy and harsh ride made it unusable. Had to trade after 6 months, losing $12,000 in depreciation. Learn about commuter car mistakes.
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Lisa's Rushed Purchase: Car died unexpectedly, had to buy within 3 days. Paid $4,500 over market value and got terrible financing because she had no time to shop around or negotiate.
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David's Climate Mistake: Bought rear-wheel drive BMW in Minnesota winter. Couldn't drive safely, needed $3,000 in winter tires/chains, then had to trade for AWD vehicle at a $7,000 loss. Avoid winter car mistakes.
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Mark's Smart Choice: Used professional consultation, avoided dealer financing trap ($3,200 saved), got perfect reliable SUV for his family's needs, and timed purchase during incentive season. Total savings: $6,800.
40% of car buyers regret their purchase within the first year.* Professional consultation costs $0 — bad car decisions cost thousands.
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With the average new car price at $48,389 and 49% of buyers paying more than expected, hidden costs can add thousands to your purchase.
Read GuideWith 78% of Canadians using winter tires (2024 data) and 30% shorter braking distances in winter conditions, choosing the right car for Canadian winters is critical.*
Read Guide →With average loan terms at 67.2 months and monthly payments averaging $745 (2024 data), first-time buyers face increasingly complex financing decisions.*
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• Car buyer regret statistics: Kelley Blue Book, "Study: 40% of New Car Buyers Have Regrets" (2024)
• Average monthly payment: Cox Automotive & Experian Q1 2025 data, $745 average new vehicle payment
• Buyer satisfaction: Cox Automotive Car Buyer Journey Study 2024, record 75% satisfaction rate
• Canadian winter tire usage: Tire and Rubber Association of Canada (TRAC) Winter Tire Report 2024
• Average new car price: J.D. Power-GlobalData Automotive Forecast 2024-2025
• Loan terms: Experian Auto Loan Debt Study 2024, average 67.2 months for used vehicles
• Additional data from: Deloitte Global Automotive Consumer Study 2025, Consumer Reports, Transport Canada