Vehicle TransportationACOS Objective Algebra 1: Use algebraic techniques to make financial and economic decisions.

Today we focus on costs involved in buying, leasing, or renting a vehicle (including costs of running a vehicle, such as insurance and maintenance).

There are almost too many choice when it comes to purchasing a vehicle. Learn how to narrow your search by calculating the costs in relation to your budget.

When Will You Ever Use This?

sticker price - The total price of a vehicle, including base price, options, and destination charge.base price - The price of a vehicle’s engine, chassis, and any other standard equipment for a particular model. options - Extra equipment on a vehicle not included in the base price, such as a sunroof, air-conditioning, and tinted glass.destination charge - The cost of shipping a vehicle from the factory to the dealer.

Key Words to Know: New Vehicles

Sticker = Base + Options + Destination Price Price Charge

What do you think is included in the

base price?

Scott Huber is shopping for a sports car. A portion of the sticker for a convertible is shown below. What is the sticker price for this vehicle?

Example 1

$25,184

Carols and Marta Alvarez are shopping for a new car. The base price is $25,535. The options are a navigation system at $1,225, an engine cooling system at $154, a trailer tow package at $568, and a keyless entry system at $132. The destination charge is $349. What is the sticker price?

Example 2

Find the sticker price.Base Price + Options + Destination Charge$25,535 + ($1,225 + $154 + $568 + $132) + $349 = $27,9663

Sports car. Base price: $19,015.Options: Sport appearance package $1,224; power seats $246, premium sound system $319; removable hatch roof panels $905. Destination charge: $600. What is the sticker price?

Practice

$22,309

Sports utility vehicle.Base price: $26,630. Options: power sunroof $704; supplemental side airbags $431; security alarm $132.Destination charge: $625. What is the sticker price?

Practice

$28,522