HIS & HERS TAKES A LOOK AT THE MOST IMPORTANT FACTORS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A NEW CAR…
Whether it’s your very first car, or you’re a well established car owner, buying a new car is a big decision and is not one that should be taken lightly.
The car you buy should fit with, not only your budget, but your overall lifestyle requirements. For example, if you’re raising a family, doing school runs and need plenty of space for groceries each week, then a 2-seater Porsche probably isn’t what you should be going for – as beautiful as it may be, it just isn’t the most practical solution for your needs and will actually make daily life more of a hassle when trying to get around.
However, the good news is that just because a car is practical, doesn’t mean it’s boring or not as easy on the eyes as that Porsche would be.
In this post, we’ve included a few tips for you to take into consideration when thinking about buying your first or next car so that you can find something you love as well as something that fits in with your lifestyle and needs.
Although most of these tips are more relevant for people looking for used cars, and not all will apply to your circumstances, they are definitely things to consider and may even be relevant for you at some point in the future.
Decide On New Or Used:
One of the biggest factors to consider when purchasing a car is whether to get a new one or used one. Cars lose their value over time, although they don’t necessarily lose their quality. It’s just that as newer models come to the market, the prices on older models will go down, so if you buy a second hand one, you could get a pretty great deal. The other thing about buying is a used car is that you’ll often not notice much difference in the overall experience and quality when you buy from a dealership specialising in used cars.
Set A Budget And Compare Costs:
Cars are certainly not what you’d call a low-cost purchase, but that doesn’t mean you have to put yourself into debt or spend all your savings. Once you know the kind of car you need based on your lifestyle, then it’s a good idea to set a budget and compare the costs of the models you’re interested in.
Shop Around For Insurance:
Having insurance when you own a car is a legal requirement, but that doesn’t mean you have to take the first one you’re offered. Most dealerships will try to sell you this when you purchase your car, but you should definitely shop around for this and even take a look at different buying and selling trends for cars and insurance.
Test Drive Before Buying:
This is a really important thing to consider before buying a car. Always take a test drive so you can see how you feel when in the car and how well it runs.
Ask For A History Report Of The Car:
Especially if buying a used car, ask for a report that documents the history of the car, including any accidents the car was involved in or any repairs that have been carried out.
We’re very proud to bring you this feature in association with One Sure Insurance. For more news and features, please pay a visit to our lifestyle page.
