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Met Life Guidance for Purchasing and Insuring a Vehicle

NEW YORK, Dec. 17, 2002; One in three consumers plan to purchase or lease their next vehicle by the end of 2003 according to a recent Yahoo! Autos survey. Those in the market for a new or used vehicle can find the process of buying, financing, and insuring a car to be complicated. MetLife's brochures on "Buying A Car" and "Auto Insurance" provide comprehensive advice on how to shop for and protect this major investment.

"Buying a Car" discusses the many options available to consumers in the market to purchase a vehicle. It describes what is involved with leasing an automobile rather than purchasing it outright, as well as some of the advantages and disadvantages of buying it used. A comprehensive list of features to consider is included in the brochure to help the buyer prioritize his or her needs and price range. The important of purchasing automobile insurance is discussed in the brochure "Auto Insurance." The brochure describes the types of coverages available under an automobile insurance policy and explains that many states require drivers to carry a basic, minimum level of coverage. The brochure can help consumers determine how much coverage they need and also help them learn ways to save money on their premiums. The brochure also provides a helpful step-by-step guide on what to do in case of an accident.

The "Buying a Car" and "Auto Insurance" brochures are part of MetLife's Life Advice program, created to help people better understand and manage major decisions in their lives. Each Life Advice brochure lists reference sources for additional information. The brochures can be accessed on the Internet at http://www.lifeadvice.com.