Dealer add-ons you can refuse
Nitrogen, VIN etching, paint and fabric protection, rustproofing: extras dealers add to the price, and how to say no.
Check my quote freeCommon add-ons
Dealers often add items like nitrogen-filled tires, VIN etching, paint sealant, fabric protection and rustproofing. Consumer Reports lists these as unnecessary extras.
Already installed?
You can still ask to remove the charge. If the dealer refuses, ask to lower the selling price by the same amount, or buy elsewhere.
Put it in writing
Ask for an updated buyer's order without the add-ons before you sign.
More guides
- How to get an out-the-door price before you go to the dealer
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