Bend, Oregon

Bend is located in central Oregon on the foothills of the Cascade Mountains. With scenic views and a cosmopolitan appeal, Bend really does offer visitors and residents the best of all worlds.

For sporting enthusiasts, Bend offers numerous outdoor activities such as mountain biking, camping, fishing, hiking, rafting, skiing and golf. Given the beautiful scenic setting of Bend, it is also a car lovers playground; "the perfect place to take a week-long Sunday drive".

Looking to buy a new or used car?
Here are some great points to keep in mind that may save you a ton of frustration and money...

• Shop around for your own car loan financing. Don't just rely on what the dealership recommends or offers, you may find a much better rate by seeking out an independant financing source on your own.
• There are no "grace periods" for car buyers. Some people believe that there is a 3 day (or 72 hour) grace period where one can return a new car, regardless of how well you may trust the person who told you this, it simply isn't true; so don't rely on having time to change your mind after driving your car off of the lot.
• Know your "needs" as well as your wants in a new car. In other words, it's normal to want a high-performance sports car for cruising around town, but if you'll be using it more for transporting your family to school, sporting events and grocery shopping that sports car isn't really going to fit your needs so well. Decide on what you need and want, then go looking for the best options out there.
• Do you really want to buy a car, or would a lease option be better for you? This is an important and often overlooked decision. It's natural to just think you want to own your car outright, but for many people the advantages of leasing turn out to be more beneficial than buying. Both leasing and owning have advantages and disadvantages, so spend a little time looking at it and decide which is better for you in the long run.
• Never fear negotiations. Do your homework. Once you decide which car and options you want, use the Internet to gather as much information as you can about the vehicle and the dealership you'll be doing business with. If you sit down with the salesperson already knowing what their bottom line is it will give you leverage.