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“Howard's efficient, no-nonsense approach was a breath of fresh air, and his fees were absolutely worth it.” in 29 reviews
“Super responsive and knowledgeable, he helped take the hard work out of finding our new car during a time we really needed the help.” in 3 reviews
“The out-the-door price, including sales tax and all fees, came to almost $3,000 below MSRP.” in 3 reviews
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Howard C.
We find you the best deal on the new car you want. Consultation and price quotes are FREE! No need to haggle with the dealerships. We do all the negotiations for you and you are not obligated to buy. CarBuyingBuddy has over 19 years of experience buying cars. Car buying has changed and its no longer necessary to deal with shady salesmen or play their games. CarBuyingBuddy is dedicated to making your car buying experience pleasant and easy. Simply tell us what you are looking for and we will find you the best price free of charge. All you have to do is show up and purchase the car. Only pay for our services if you are happy with the price and complete the purchase!
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- Aug 31, 2024
Fantastic experience! Howard was so helpful and patient and we navigated our new car lease . He provided expert insights and so many offers from dealers. Once we pulled the trigger , it was all smooth sailing . I was able to connect with the salesman and coordinate our signing and drive off within 2 hours . I will definitely be hiring Howard again when my next dream car is in my sights. Right now I'm loving my new 2024 Kia EV6. The honeymoon is on ! Thanks Howard
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Howard C.
Aug 31, 2024
Thank you so much. Great success!
- Clara I.East Palo Alto, CA18912Jul 16, 2024
Howard is great! Really easy communication and easy to use. Had a great experience working with him and Would definitely recommend to friends and family. Thank you!
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Howard C.
Aug 6, 2024
Thank you so much Clara
- Yuan L.Colma, CA36616Jun 12, 2024
Highly recommended! Howard is very nice, reliable, he helped me to find a perfect car without markups for real at this time! Quick response and found the car for us in a month. Really appreciated!
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Howard C.
Jun 13, 2024
Thanks so much, glad we were able to find your car!
- Samuel Y.Saratoga, CA0126Mar 11, 2024
After weeks of back-and-forth and dealing with various salespeople, I turned to Howard for help. Within just 24 hours, he found the perfect car for me without any hassle. Howard's efficient, no-nonsense approach was a breath of fresh air, and his fees were absolutely worth it. I wish I had reached out to him sooner. Highly recommend
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Howard C.
Mar 11, 2024
Thanks so much, it was a pleasure
- Mopy M.San Jose, CA024Mar 18, 2024
Howard was fantastic. Following an unfortunate car accident that left us without a vehicle, Howard stepped in and helped us source our replacement vehicle. The process was smooth and stress-free, and we got our new car within a week. He also negotiated a good price for us. I strongly recommend his business to anyone shopping for a new car.
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Howard C.
Mar 18, 2024
Happy to help! Glad we were able to get you into a car that worked for you. Take care
- Maria C.Los Gatos, CA062May 13, 2023
Howard is very friendly and responsive. He helped with my purchase of a Kia Niro EV back in late March and we completed the process in less than a week. I had already narrowed down to two candidates (Niro or Ioniq5) and Howard quickly got quotes for both. I pointed him to a dealer where I saw a promotion and he negotiated for me to make sure there were no surprise add-ons. I went to the dealer and purchase the car at the agreed price. The only negotiation I had to do was the extended warranty.
Howard also quickly helped my friend who bought a new car the day after I bought my car.
I am so glad that I found Howard randomly on Yelp. He was like my cousin (and we share the same last name, ha!) Having someone to help do the research and assure that I am not getting ripped off is the peace of mind that is worth every penny.Helpful 1Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Howard C.
May 13, 2023
Thanks so much Maria. It was a pleasure. Enjoy the Niro!
- Mike T.San Jose, CA31151Aug 20, 2022
A friend referred me to Howard and received a consultation for the vehicle I was looking for.
Howard was professional, concise, and went far and above in retrieving the best package and price. I found it amazing that I was able to talk to Howard early in the work week and ended that same week with a new car that we love.Helpful 2Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Howard C.
Aug 20, 2022
Congrats on the car and of course baby!
- Amy T.San Francisco, CA673Sep 14, 2023
I was looking to buy a Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid. Called a few dealers in my area but none has it in stock. Knowing it has limited availability, I don't want to try to find inventory myself. So I found Howard from a Yelp search. After providing my criteria for the vehicle, he promptly replied with a few options to choose from. Once I've decided, he connects me with a salesperson. And that was it. When the vehicle arrived, I went into the dealership, signed my paperwork, and got the car. There was no upselling/hard-selling. Only the agreed-upon price.
Howard saved me a lot of time and anxiety. Highly recommend!Helpful 3Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Howard C.
Sep 14, 2023
Thank you so much Amy !
- Jeff H.San Jose, CA119144Jun 8, 2022
I was introduced to Howard by a good friend who said he would be able to help me find a new car by doing all the research and finding the best deal. Using his magic, Howard was able to find a a great deal and help me land this beautiful 2022 Acura RDX AWD.
Howard was easy to work with, extremely attentive to my needs, and provided excellent customer service through out the process.
I would highly recommend anyone who is looking for a new car to work with Car Buying Buddy!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 1Oh no 0Business owner information
Howard C.
Jun 8, 2022
It was a pleasure. Enjoy!
- Varsha R.Newark, CA011Apr 20, 2023
Howard helped me get the car I wanted, at the rate I wanted, and by the time I wanted!
It was a great and smooth experience overall! I would highly recommend him to save you the hassle of calling/ visiting dealerships and negotiating a quote for you!Helpful 0Thanks 0Love this 0Oh no 0Business owner information
Howard C.
Apr 20, 2023
Thanks very much Varsha!
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