VEHICLE ACCESSORIES

When purchasing a new car, it’s oftentimes easy to skip the extras or the accessories you know you want in order to lower the bottom-line cost on purchase day. However, buying accessories at the time of sale can often save money in the long run.

If you plan to add running boards or factory-made roof racks, purchasing this accessory right from the start may be a good option.

• First, you can roll the accessory into your car loan (if you have one), only minimally increasing your monthly payment.
• You can also save on taxes. The tax rate for a new-car purchase is capped at $300, and adding an accessory is considered to be part of that total purchase.
• Finally, buying an accessory with the purchase of the car often adds that part into the warranty, ensuring that it’s protected for years and miles to come.