Things to Consider When Buying a New Car

Things to Consider When Buying a New Car

Few things in life are as exciting as buying a new (or, at least, new to you) car. That said, be careful not to let your excitement cloud your judgement. Buying a car is a big responsibility and your choice will have long term consequences that you need to consider before making your purchase. Here are a few questions to ask yourself before choosing the right car for your needs.

Can You Afford It?

It goes without saying that you should look for a car that falls within your budget. What some people fail to consider is that the cost of a car goes far beyond what you pay to purchase it. You need to be able to afford fuel consumption, finance and insurance costs, services and maintenance and much more. The make and model of the car you choose impacts all of these expenses, which means that you shouldn’t make your choice lightly. 

Is It the Right Size?

Consider who would be driving with you when you travel. Drivers with large families would obviously need more space than single professionals would. When choosing your new car, set out how much space you’d need and narrow your choices down to vehicles that fit this criterium. Likewise, if you know that you’re the only one using your car to go to and from work, you don’t need a car that seats 9.

While this isn’t necessarily make or break for some buyers, your car should also ideally fit into your garage or parking space. This avoids spending more time than needed trying to find suitable parking or manoeuvring into tight spots.

Would You Be Able to Sell It Again One Day?

Ideally, you’d buy a car once and drive it for the rest of your life. This isn’t always the case, which is why you need to choose a car that has a good resale value. This will get you a bigger return on your investment and help you buy another car once your previous one has been sold.

Does It Suit Your Lifestyle?

Are you going to spend the majority of your time off-roading or navigating inner-city traffic? This is a question that should help you narrow down your options. Your car should be a good fit for what you spend the majority of your time doing.

Can You Maintain It?

Maintaining a car is about more than just taking it in for a service or checking your oil at a petrol station. Your choice of car influences the level of maintenance you’ll need to do on your car. If you drive a classic car, you’d need to have at least a basic level of repair and maintenance skills.

What would be the ideal car for your budget and needs? If you're not sure, reach out to Mobility-Online today and we'll give you expert advice on your potential vehicle options.