How to Make Car-Buying Less Stressful | Landers Kia

Tuesday, 28 February, 2017

At Landers Kia, we know that purchasing a car can sometimes be a stressful and overwhelming process. Whether you’re a car-buying veteran or it’s your first time, there are lots of decisions to make and steps to take before driving off into the sunset.

We want to turn the ordeal of buying a car into an enjoyable experience for our customers, so we’ve put together a list of tips to simplify the process for you.

1. Set your budget.

Look at your monthly expenses and know what you can afford to spend on a car payment. Then factor in what it will cost for insurance, gas and regular maintenance.

2. New, certified pre-owned or used?

Each option has pros and cons, but you have to decide what is most important to you. There’s nothing better than a shiny new car, but buying a used vehicle will save you money. If you decide to go the pre-owned route, buying a certified pre-owned vehicle comes with an extended warranty and other perks that you won’t get with a used car.

3. Do your research.

With websites like Kelly Blue Book , Cars.com , car make websites, blogs, dealerships and more, there’s tons of information on whatever you’re looking for.

4. Distinguish your wants from your needs.

Cars come with all kinds of convenience features these days, like backup cameras, touch screens, heads up display and so much more. But when it comes down to your budget, figure out what is most important to you and what you can drive without.

5. Make an appointment to chat.

We welcome walk-ins at Landers Kia! However, the best way to ensure you’re not waiting for a sales associate is to call ahead. Our sales team is more than happy to answer any and all questions, provide information on the vehicle and financing and facilitate a test drive, which brings us to our next point.

6. Take a test drive.

All the online information in the world won’t do a thing when it comes to this step. If the car doesn’t handle like you thought, we want you to discover that before you buy so you don’t regret your purchase. We are more than happy to let you test drive as many vehicles as you need until you find the right fit.

7. Be honest.

Let us know what you like and don’t like. We’re not here to scam you and we want you love the car you drive off the lot. We’re here to help you find the perfect fit, no matter what it takes.

8. Follow up with us after.

Once the car is yours, don’t be afraid to contact the dealership or your sales associate with questions or concerns. We’re here for you every step of the way.

If you’re on the hunt for a new vehicle, browse our inventory and let us know if you have any questions!

Categories : Car Tips

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