If you’re looking for detailed information on the values of new or used cars, financing and insurance, check out www.kbb.com, the Web site from the publishers of the Kelley Blue Book, reference books that car dealers use to offer you a ridiculously low trade-in value for your car.
Now you can fight back with the wealth of information available and links to other sites available here.
If Bill Gates had to buy a new car, he would probably click on www.carpoint.msn.com, Microsoft Corp.’s Web site for new-car buying services and the Personal Auto Page, a place to track the maintenance record for your vehicle and find out about recalls and service tips.
Check out what you can expect to pay for various maintenance items. You might even consider buying a set of wrenches with that new car.
If everyday transportation doesn’t get your heart pumping, look for your dream car at www.mnnice.com or www.citynetclassified.com.
Buyers and sellers of the unusual gather at www.internetclassicars.com. Hemmings’ Motor News, the world-renowned publication for classic car enthusiasts, resides on the Internet at www.hmn.com and is planning an online auto auction.
—Ray Marano