This part is a bit less about actually saving for a car and more about helping you save. Even if you know what kind of car you want, and how much you need to save, it’s nice to keep tabs on deals from different dealerships and see what your best financing options are. Actually go look at the vehicle you’re saving up for. Seeing it in person will make it more tangible and give you the motivation to stay diligent in your saving. Take it for a test drive. Actually experience what it feels like to drive the car. This will not only help you to know if this is truly the car for you, but it will also help you to keep from unnecessary spending. When you’re tempted to buy that new outfit, or go out to eat, remember how you felt driving your car. Find several dealers around town who offer the make and model you’re looking for and get a quote. Be honest with them that you’re shopping around and that you've have been talking to other dealers to get the best price. Dealers want to sell their cars and if they know there’s competition you can find a great quote.  Don’t let a lower quote affect your savings plan. You might find a cheaper deal on the car you want, but that doesn't mean you should save less. Any extra money you save will ensure everything goes smoothly. Having some extra cash will allow you to make a larger down payment. Prepare you for any possible repairs, or even buy you those first couple tanks of gas. There are several ways to not only calculate expenses but to also help you with getting a great deal and knowing what your best options are. Some sites have plenty of other helpful tips to ensure that once you’ve done all that hard work of saving, you get the great car you deserve.

Summary:
Look around online. Check out the car in person. Use the dealerships to your advantage. Use online tools to help you with saving and researching.