What does the term 'on-the-road price' mean when buying a car?
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When buying a car, the 'on-the-road price' refers to the total cost including the ex-factory price, purchase tax, insurance, vehicle and vessel tax, license plate fees, and other related expenses. Below is an introduction to the on-the-road price: 1. Overview: The on-the-road price refers to all the expenses incurred from purchasing a car until it is registered, including not only the ex-factory price but also the purchase tax, vehicle and vessel usage tax, car insurance fees, and license plate fees. 2. Considerations: When buying a car, it is essential to negotiate the on-the-road price with the salesperson because it includes the ex-factory price. Even if there is a significant discount on the ex-factory price, the dealer might compensate through other fees. Discounts on the ex-factory price are often used to attract customers or as a promotional tactic, and the final on-the-road price may not necessarily be cheap once the customer decides to purchase the car. 3. Additional Information: If the car is purchased through a loan, the on-the-road price will also include additional fees such as the 4S store service fee, GPS fee, car loan interest, and other related costs.
When I first bought a car, I was also curious about this question. The on-the-road price is the total amount you actually pay after picking up the car, including the ex-factory price, purchase tax, insurance, license plate fee, and possible service fees. Simply put, it's the total cost from zero to driving on the road. When I negotiated the price at the 4S store, the salesperson kept mentioning this price. It sounds simple but hides many details. For example, the ex-factory price was discounted by 5,000, but the on-the-road price still had to add more than 10,000 in taxes and insurance. I suggest everyone clarify this price before buying a car, otherwise the budget will be exceeded. Asking a few more stores can save you thousands of dollars, which is quite important for ordinary families. The concept of the on-the-road price is quite practical, avoiding being fooled by salespeople who only focus on low prices.
