Car Buying Guide: Built-in vs. Add-on Accessories

Accessories don’t come cheap in new cars. Some auto dealers nick you $750 for satellite radio. You can tune in the same music for $50-$100 with an add-on receiver from Sirius or XM. On the one hand, convenience, a high price tag, and it’s part of the monthly payment; on the other, affordability, clutter and extra wires in the cockpit, and possibly mixed audio quality.
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