The Buying Guide 2009 (Consumer Reports Buying Guide)

The Buying Guide 2009 (Consumer Reports Buying Guide)
by Editors of Consumer Reports

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Author: Editors of Consumer Reports
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-11-11
ISBN: 1933524219
Number of pages: 360
Publisher: Consumer Reports

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Book Review: Invaluable resource for consumers
Summary: 5 Stars

For those of you familiar with this annual volume, the good news is that the 2009 Consumer Reports Buying Guide is out. For those not familiar with this publication, it is a compendium of ratings and evaluations of a wide array of products. Major categories reviewed include: home entertainment (e.g., camcorders and televisions); kitchen, bath, and laundry (e.g., countertops, washers and dryers); Home and yard (e.g., air conditioners, paints and stains for both interior and exterior); computers, phones, and peripherals (e.g., cell phones, GPS navigation systems); autos. The book concludes by rating quality and reliability of many of the products just mentioned. As the introductory comments emphasize (Page 5): "The Consumer Reports Buying Guide for 2009 is your handy one-stop source for making intelligent, informed, money-saving purchases for all your home and personal needs." A bit overstated, perhaps, since many classes of products aren't reviewed. But, in spirit, that sentiment is accurate.

One of the most used portions of the work is the section on automobiles. There is an awful lot of material here to digest. First, the 2009 models are rated by category, with some makes being recommended and others not. For instance, sedans under $20,000. Subaru Impreza rates highest, with other recommended makes including Hyundai Elantra, Honda Civic, and Ford Focus. Next comes a review of all 2008-2009 models, with 4-5 lines of material providing an evaluation of each make. After that, a welcome segment on assessing used cars--the good bets and the turkeys. While shopping for a used car for my son a handful of years back, I carried the Buying Guide with me to the different dealerships we looked up. It provided useful context in deciding which car to buy (it turns out that a used Honda Accord filled the bill nicely). Next, reliability of all makes of used cars on several dimensions, such as engine, trim, and audio system. Finally, an assessment of tires. Overall, a valuable resource to check when contemplating purchase of a new or used vehicle.

Other products, such as televisions, vacuum cleaners, ranges, and washers get analogous treatment.

All in all, a wonderful resource for consumers.

Summary of The Buying Guide 2009 (Consumer Reports Buying Guide)

Here?s the ideal resource for every consumer faced with questions like: ?Is this the right product for me? Will I get my money?s worth in this product? Which brand is the best for me??

In today?s marketplace, there are so many products that can be bought and so many ways to buy them. Consumers are often faced with too many choices when trying to decide on which products to purchase.

The Consumer Reports Buying Guide 2009 is a one-stop portable source for making intelligent, money saving purchases for all home buying needs. This book tells you what manufacturers can?t and often won?t tell you ? based on a full year?s worth of Consumer Reports testing. This compact reference guide contains over 950 brand-name ratings along with invaluable information on what products are available, important features, latest trends and expert advice on:

Home office equipment

Digital cameras and camcorders

Home entertainment

Cellular Phones

Home and yard tools

Gas Grills

Air conditioners

Kitchen appliances

Vacuum cleaners and washing machines

Cars , minivans, pickups and SUV?s

And so much more!From refrigerators to vacuum cleaners, digital cameras to SUVs -- Consumer Reports Buying Guide 2009 will make every consumer a smarter shopper.

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