//m.quixoticroad.com/rss/tags/smart-buy CarBuzz is a multi-platform automotive news and car-buying source, specializing in current events, in-market trends and enthusiast content. From new car data and thoughtful editorials to all the juicy details on the latest supercar, we have an expansive online presence, including web, mobile apps and social media. en-us https://cdn.m.quixoticroad.com/i/logos/black/logo-3x.png //m.quixoticroad.com/rss/tags/smart-buy //m.quixoticroad.com/features/5-dumbest-things-you-can-do-when-buying-a-car//m.quixoticroad.com/features/5-dumbest-things-you-can-do-when-buying-a-car From paying massive markups to funding vaporware scams, these are the dumbest things you can do when buying a new car. Fri, 20 Jan 2023 19:07:32 Z Roger Biermann //m.quixoticroad.com/features/5-used-alternatives-to-a-marked-up-toyota-gr-corolla//m.quixoticroad.com/features/5-used-alternatives-to-a-marked-up-toyota-gr-corolla Performance, style, and a hatch without the rip-off. Mon, 05 Dec 2022 18:04:52 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/news/2023-kia-rio-touches-down-and-is-still-a-brilliant-new-car-bargain//m.quixoticroad.com/news/2023-kia-rio-touches-down-and-is-still-a-brilliant-new-car-bargain The little Korean remains a wallet-friendly buy. Sat, 01 Oct 2022 22:12:32 Z Jarryd Neves //m.quixoticroad.com/features/the-r231-mercedes-benz-sl-is-an-ugly-but-awesome-bargain//m.quixoticroad.com/features/the-r231-mercedes-benz-sl-is-an-ugly-but-awesome-bargain It's not a pretty convertible, but it's a great value. Sat, 01 Oct 2022 11:35:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/news/theres-epic-news-for-chevy-bolt-buyers-in-2022//m.quixoticroad.com/news/theres-epic-news-for-chevy-bolt-buyers-in-2022 Reports suggest the affordable EVs are keeping their discounts until the end of the year. Wed, 07 Sep 2022 22:38:32 Z Jarryd Neves //m.quixoticroad.com/news/only-8-used-vehicles-will-qualify-for-new-4000-tax-credit//m.quixoticroad.com/news/only-8-used-vehicles-will-qualify-for-new-4000-tax-credit Looking at the list, the used car tax credit seems pointless. Fri, 19 Aug 2022 14:13:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/news/the-most-satisfying-10-year-old-sedans-are-japanese//m.quixoticroad.com/news/the-most-satisfying-10-year-old-sedans-are-japanese The reputation of Japanese car reliability lives on, even in today's car market. Sun, 07 Aug 2022 22:38:32 Z Chase Bierenkoven //m.quixoticroad.com/news/porsche-bmw-and-dodge-build-the-most-exciting-cars-to-own//m.quixoticroad.com/news/porsche-bmw-and-dodge-build-the-most-exciting-cars-to-own They're the most satisfying cars to own, according to their drivers. Sun, 24 Jul 2022 16:02:32 Z Jarryd Neves //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-new-corvette-z06-here-are-6-cheaper-alternatives//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-new-corvette-z06-here-are-6-cheaper-alternatives These sub-$100k sports coupes are worth a look. Tue, 19 Jul 2022 13:31:32 Z Karl Furlong //m.quixoticroad.com/news/subaru-keeps-pricing-low-for-2023-legacy-and-outback//m.quixoticroad.com/news/subaru-keeps-pricing-low-for-2023-legacy-and-outback Despite a raft of updates, the duo is still competitively priced. Sat, 16 Jul 2022 13:01:32 Z Jarryd Neves //m.quixoticroad.com/news/toyota-tacoma-beats-all-trucks-in-one-key-area//m.quixoticroad.com/news/toyota-tacoma-beats-all-trucks-in-one-key-area The Tacoma laughs in the face of depreciation. Tue, 21 Jun 2022 10:51:32 Z Jarryd Neves //m.quixoticroad.com/news/here-are-the-best-cars-to-buy-your-teenager-in-2022//m.quixoticroad.com/news/here-are-the-best-cars-to-buy-your-teenager-in-2022 The IIHS and Consumer Reports think these are safe and reliable options. Wed, 15 Jun 2022 10:51:33 Z Jarryd Neves //m.quixoticroad.com/features/2022-subaru-brz-vs-2001-porsche-boxster-is-used-better-than-new//m.quixoticroad.com/features/2022-subaru-brz-vs-2001-porsche-boxster-is-used-better-than-new The answer is different than you might think. Wed, 16 Feb 2022 23:42:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/8-most-dependable-american-cars//m.quixoticroad.com/features/8-most-dependable-american-cars Domestic, durable, and dependable. Sat, 29 Jan 2022 20:26:32 Z Ian Wright //m.quixoticroad.com/news/chevrolet-giving-big-discounts-on-new-silverado-this-month//m.quixoticroad.com/news/chevrolet-giving-big-discounts-on-new-silverado-this-month Chevy is slicing the price on new Silverado models for January only. Fri, 07 Jan 2022 11:23:42 Z Nikesh Kooverjee //m.quixoticroad.com/news/cant-afford-a-new-lexus-lx-here-are-6-cheaper-luxury-suvs//m.quixoticroad.com/news/cant-afford-a-new-lexus-lx-here-are-6-cheaper-luxury-suvs These used options are all luxurious and off-road capable. Mon, 03 Jan 2022 22:01:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/news/demand-for-the-chevy-trailblazer-is-off-the-scale//m.quixoticroad.com/news/demand-for-the-chevy-trailblazer-is-off-the-scale People can't get enough of them. Fri, 29 Oct 2021 13:21:32 Z Michael Butler //m.quixoticroad.com/news/introducing-the-2022-kia-niro-hybrid//m.quixoticroad.com/news/introducing-the-2022-kia-niro-hybrid This is a smart buy. Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:54:32 Z Michael Butler //m.quixoticroad.com/news/the-only-v8-powered-bmw-m3-is-a-modern-classic-you-should-buy//m.quixoticroad.com/news/the-only-v8-powered-bmw-m3-is-a-modern-classic-you-should-buy It's unique, and will only get cooler with time. Sun, 22 Aug 2021 11:06:34 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/buying-a-used-dodge-magnum-is-the-perfect-suv-antidote//m.quixoticroad.com/features/buying-a-used-dodge-magnum-is-the-perfect-suv-antidote Who needs an crossover when you can have a Hemi wagon? Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:03:33 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/now-is-the-time-to-buy-an-original-porsche-boxster//m.quixoticroad.com/features/now-is-the-time-to-buy-an-original-porsche-boxster Long overlooked, the Boxster deserves your respect. Sat, 24 Jul 2021 15:53:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-hyundai-kona-n-here-are-7-cheaper-hot-suvs//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-hyundai-kona-n-here-are-7-cheaper-hot-suvs These performance SUVs are all available on a lower budget. Sun, 02 May 2021 14:41:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-the-new-m3-or-m4-xdrive-here-are-7-affordable-awd-alternatives//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-the-new-m3-or-m4-xdrive-here-are-7-affordable-awd-alternatives Performance and four driven wheels on a lower budget. Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:01:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-toyota-gr-86-here-are-7-cheaper-sports-cars//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-toyota-gr-86-here-are-7-cheaper-sports-cars How to have fun on a smaller budget. Thu, 08 Apr 2021 13:41:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-the-subaru-outback-wilderness-here-are-6-cheaper-alternatives//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-the-subaru-outback-wilderness-here-are-6-cheaper-alternatives These lifted vehicles are ready to tackle the outdoors for a fraction of the Outback's price. Sun, 04 Apr 2021 14:15:33 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/now-is-the-time-to-buy-a-used-alfa-romeo-stelvio//m.quixoticroad.com/features/now-is-the-time-to-buy-a-used-alfa-romeo-stelvio One of the best-driving SUVs is now a used bargain. Thu, 25 Mar 2021 22:01:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-the-jeep-wagoneer-here-are-6-cheaper-alternatives//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-the-jeep-wagoneer-here-are-6-cheaper-alternatives Full-size luxury costs less on the used market. Tue, 23 Mar 2021 23:13:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-land-rover-defender-here-are-8-cheaper-v8-off-roaders//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-afford-a-land-rover-defender-here-are-8-cheaper-v8-off-roaders These all pack eight cylinders and a bit of luxury. Sat, 06 Mar 2021 20:59:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-buy-the-mercedes-benz-eqc-here-are-6-cheaper-luxury-evs//m.quixoticroad.com/features/cant-buy-the-mercedes-benz-eqc-here-are-6-cheaper-luxury-evs These all cost way less than the Mercedes would. Wed, 24 Feb 2021 23:01:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz //m.quixoticroad.com/features/we-cant-buy-the-kia-k8-here-are-8-big-sedan-alternatives//m.quixoticroad.com/features/we-cant-buy-the-kia-k8-here-are-8-big-sedan-alternatives If Kia doesn't give us the K8, we'll buy the next best thing. Mon, 22 Feb 2021 18:46:32 Z Jared Rosenholtz