dimanche 15 septembre 2013

Helpful Tips For First Time Car Buyers

By Maria Nolan


Everyone goes shopping for a car eventually. It can be an exciting process, but the massive cost involved can cause it to be a little intimidating without substantial advance research. Continue reading for some helpful tips for making your deal go much more smoothly.

Have an understanding of what you want in a car when you go out to buy one. Do you have your budget in mind? How many people need to fit into the car? What mileage are you looking for? Do you want a two-door car or a four-door car? Write out your wish list, and take it to the dealership with you.

Search online for great offers. Doing some online research can result in major savings. When you find the vehicle you want, you may either go to the dealership that has it, or go to a dealership and get them to buy it for you. Going in person, however, is the cheapest route.

Ask for advice and recommendations from others. Do they like their cars with fuel-efficient turbo kits? How well would they say the car has held its value? Have they heard anything interesting about current models? This gives you trustworthy information to go on.

A mechanic of your choosing should always inspect a used vehicle prior to purchase. A dealer that doesn't allow this is a red flag. A great mechanic gives an impartial view about any car problems, such as whether the car was wrecked or was flooded.

It's very important to go for a test drive before making a purchase. You have to do it even if you drove that kind of car before, you might not like this particular one. There could always be something which makes you hate driving the car.

Don't overlook gas mileage when considering a new vehicle. For instance, you may want an automobile with a V-8 engine and the ability to tow. But you should consider how often you will be using the towing feature and how often you will need the extra horsepower a V-8 offers.

Never buy any car without having a test drive. It isn't about the make or model but about the specifics of the car you may buy. It's possible the car has problems that can only be uncovered by driving it.

If you are shopping for used cars, do not sign an "as-is" warranty. This could be a bad decision. You should have at least a 60 day warranty in place upon purchase. If you encounter a technical issue as soon as you leave the dealership, you will have to pay for the repairs.

There, now do you feel more confident? No price can pay for the value of these tips and using them will make car shopping positive. Pass it on to friends and family who also want to buy a car and you'll all benefit from the advice within, leaving you all happy with your new purchase.




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