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Car buying can be stressful. You can spend hours at a dealership just looking at cars and test driving your favorite vehicle. And before you know it the whole day is gone! Plus you have to do paperwork, so there goes a few more hours before you can take that car off the lot!
I’ve purchased two vehicles from a car dealership and learned a bit along the way. I hope this information helps you on your car buying journey!
DO YOUR RESEARCH
Make a list of the make and models of vehicles you want to test drive. Do a Google search with the type of vehicle you want + common problems or recalls.
It’s important to know the common issues that are going with the vehicle you may want to buy. You really don’t want to invest thousands of dollars into a car or truck that’s not going to last for the length of the loan. Or one that will cost you tons of money in repairs while you own it!
You can also check out Cars.com, it’s packed full of car information and tons of videos and reviews.
KNOW YOUR CREDIT SCORE
You’ll get a better rate on your car loan when your credit score is higher. Make sure to check your credit score before you go to the dealership. If you have credit cards with Discover or Capital One you can check your score for free.
PLAN FOR THE CAR BUYING EXPERIENCE
Don’t get frustrated when you realize you spent an entire day looking for a car and you didn’t find anything. It’s best to be patient and stay within your budget instead of being inpatient and buying something you’ll regret later.
You might not find anything the first week or weekend that you look. That’s okay. Keep researching.
Remember, the car buying experience is long and drawn out. Pack snacks in your purse or plan a lunch break at a new restaurant.
THINGS TO CONSIDER IF YOU HAVE KIDS
- How many kids will you be driving around?
- Is there enough room in the vehicle for everyone?
- Will your car seat fit?
- Is safety a top rated feature of this vehicle?
- Are the child locks easy to engage?
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Thank you so much for mentioning how you should make a list of make and model cars you want to drive so you can save time when visiting a dealer. I can understand that taking the time to do this can help you understand what t6ype of car you like and choose the best one for your needs. Personally, I would also want to read online reviews and see what other owners like about the car I want to buy to make sure it is a good investment.
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Yes, buying a car can always be befogging, thwarting, and out-and-out irksome experience. Thus, one should not buy a car on a whim, rather he should give himself enough time to do extensive research before finalizing the selection. He has to understand three things i.e what he wants, what he can disburse, and what he should anticipate to lay out for it. Setting the budget and sticking to it throughout the process is very crucial during the car purchase. Yes, of course, he has to pinpoint a trustworthy dealer, take a test drive, and inspect the car engine thoroughly with the help of a proficient technician in order to make a safe purchase without getting soaked.
It is a very useful article. We have to do some research on the model we want to bought and should compare it with other models of same price range. When we are buying a car, we should consider about the number of family member. And make sure that you can afford the service cost of the car. As maintenance cost of luxury cars are very high. Thank you for sharing such an informative post with us.
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Hello Lovemore Live Blessed team! I just read your article “Car Buying Tips and Tricks” and wanted to say thank you for sharing such valuable advice. As someone who is currently in the market for a new car, I found your tips to be really helpful and informative.
One thing I appreciated about your article is that you provided advice on how to research the make and model of the car you’re interested in. This is a really important step that can help you make an informed decision and ensure that you’re getting the best possible deal.
I also liked that you provided advice on how to negotiate the price of a car and how to understand the financing options available to you. These are things that can be really confusing and overwhelming, so having some guidance on how to navigate them is really helpful.
Overall, I thought your “Car Buying Tips and Tricks” article was a great resource for anyone who is thinking about buying a new car. Thank you for sharing your expertise with us and helping to make the car buying process a little less daunting!