Planning on buying a new car? This is a huge purchase to make so it is one that you carefully need to consider to make sure that you get the right vehicle. There are a few key areas to focus on which should help you to find the perfect car that is within your budget – read on to find out more.
Price
First, you need to sit down and work out exactly how much you are willing to spend on the car as this will filter your results drastically. In addition to the cost, you must also factor in the various running costs which can all add up.
Checking the Car Over
Many people are daunted by checking a car over because they do not know what they are looking for. There are lots of helpful guides online for this but you could also take along someone with you who has experience in looking over vehicles and/or even use a mechanic to provide their assessment.
Test Drive
You will also need to take the car out for a test drive. During this trip, you should be trying out as many manoeuvres and features of the car as possible so you can gauge its complete performance. In addition to this, you also need to look out for common problems as well as make sure that you actually enjoy the experience behind the wheel.
If you are buying a used car then it is vital that you get a vehicle history check carried out. Many vehicles have a hidden past which can only be discovered through these checks – this could include outstanding finance, being previously written off or even recorded as stolen. A vehicle history check will ensure that it is a safe and legal vehicle which will provide peace of mind.
Insurance Types
You will, obviously, need some form of car insurance which is a legal requirement so you should shop around to find the best type. You should also consider GAP insurance which is an optional policy but an intelligent one to take out. This will provide cover for the shortfall between the insurance payout and amount originally paid in the event of a write off (insurers only pay the current market value).
Make sure that you carefully consider these factors when shopping for a car and it should help you to find the right one for your needs that is also within your budget.
